Originally Posted by
Ythill 
You know, a lot of my frustration is just a part of getting sober. It's difficult, and I lose the forest through the trees
It is difficult - and especially the first couple months.
You can stop forever. Just use whatever tools you need to get there. It is your journey. If AA helps, use it. If only part of it helps, decide if you want to use that. If parts of AVRT help, use that. If reading books, do that. If exercise and healthy diet help - do it! Meditation? Mindfulness? . . .
Many people (me included) use several tools to stay away from alcohol. Hang in there, it does get easier.