Thanks Tatsy, I'm pleased to hear that you had a similar tactic to me that worked for you too, during the first few months of becoming a non drinker.
As has been said, AVRT is a 'simple' and effective technique for targeting the AV and it's origin the Beast. I can see its simplicity and its laser beam effectiveness. Although I feel that at times I am still wrestling with IT more than i should be which is not what AVRT is about. Is this normal for begginers? I love what Mesaman said about the sumo wrestling match, that's why I choose to say wrestling! It makes alot of sense to me.
To continually RECOGNISE and SEPERATE myself from IT'S desire to consume alcohol. To continually recognise ANY self doubt or fear as IT and separate myself from IT.