Tiff,
It takes repetitive effort.
I drank 90%+ every Friday and Saturday for 15 years plus.
So, not drinking for them is going to be...uncomfortable.
That is the word to describe what we feel when we crave.
The crave is such a low level need in reality. We don't need to drink, we want to.
Once through detox, it is a change in lifestyle.
It is a change in routine.
I felt like holy crap periodically everyday for many many months.
It is the only way out. Otherwise, we relapse.
There are rx drugs that help, but I made it out using exercise, breathing techniques etc. No drugs.
One day at a time. Harden your will.
You have to go through the mental hell to escape the addiction. Come out the other side and never go back.
Nothing on this planet benefits from ingesting booze. It is a learned behavior.
Unlearn it.
Thanks.