Originally Posted by
BonScottish 
I recently bought the AVRT book, Refuge Recovery book, and I am always searching through the muck of recovery knowledge out there...seeking something that resonates with me.
You are program shopping instead of quitting drinking, BonScottish, hoping to find something that "works" for you. You've tried rehab, AA, and a few other approaches to rid yourself of the desire to drink.
Your AV is almost certainly arguing that since nothing works for everyone, that probably nothing will work for you, but in the meantime, go ahead and drink until you find something that takes away the desire to drink.
Of course, drinking only increases the desire to drink, so that game is not rigged in your favor. I recommend quitting first, and then going shopping for lifestyle changes to handle boredom.
What is your plan for future alcohol use?