I didn't mean to offend with that statement. That's simply my view for myself.
I find for
me if I play the powerless victim role, I end up worse than I was before because then "it's not
my fault, I'm powerless, you see?" and continue down the path with a terrible mindset.
Like I said, I've given up many things gradually over time and it's been by accepting I'm the one making the choice to do it, no one is making me, I'm not a slave to it, it's my decision and I need to do something about it.
That's just what works for me.
I'm really happy for anyone who can stay sober and have a happy life, however it is they find that