I have done so in the past so I believe I can do it and make it stick. My previous periods of abstinence were pretty long. A couple of times when I dieted for example. But the slip ups happened because I was young and didn't fear the consequences. This time I feel the importance of making this work permanently more than I ever have. At my age I don't think it is prudent to go cold turkey without a stay at a facility and I can't afford that and don't have that access. I appreciate your experience though. I'm well aware of the pitfalls of this method. So I'll be extra vigilant. Everyone is different and I hope for positive reinforcement where I can get it. I've heard from more than one person that they don't think it will work. So that's been said. Not looking for lecturing or hearing negativity on this forum. If I mess up its on me.