I plan to post. So far tapering has worked. I'm almost at the abstinence stage and so far I've stayed on track. The mental aspect of letting go is starting to surface but I feel I can overcome that if the physical withdrawals are minimized. It's my 1st attempt so I'm giving it an honest try. I do know myself well enough to know that relinquishing power and giving in to a choice or addiction I created is not the way I'm wired. I made this mess and I intend to figure out how to correct it. I know religious approach & AA is a great group and many really benefit , just not for me. (Not today anyway)
Thanks for the reply.