yes boredom is a big one for me and I have anxiety a lot and use alcohol to relax. I tried Xanax and anti depressants in the past and didn't work for me. Didn't like side effects. My mind races a lot with thoughts and drinking would slow or stop them. Anyway I'm trying to use running now when my thoughts are too much. The problem is a lot of the socializing I do is around alcohol. Guess I need a new circle of friends.