Originally Posted by
Wtbaf16 I don't know what to do here. I've tried stopping before but it doesn't last too long. I'm beyond embarrassed by this weakness so I don't talk to anyone about it, I simply bottle it up inside of me.
It's not a weakness. It's an addiction. A strong one. Stronger than our decision to quit, at times. But you can quit, you can be stronger than the obsession to pick up a drink.
But it can't always be done on our own. Something has to be put in place to support the decision to quit and action must take place to maintain it. If SR helps, use it. If face to face support would help, seek it out. Don't reject what may help you for reasons of discomfort, fear, or embarrassment. Do what it takes to get better. Show your daughter you have it in you.