Hi Flinders. That you avoid people/places where there is booze shows a true commitment to recovery. For me- I need support. Perhaps in part- because doing other things around people where there is no alcohol fills in the time. It takes time. Support means I make myself on a daily basis do something to prove to myself that my recovery is that important- it has to come first.
So support is of the professional kind - doc, counsellor, psychologist.
Social- AA/SMART meetings - basically being around people - listening to their stories, sharing and supporting. Also keeping an eye out for community based activities (local library a good starting point)
Personal- using SR (especially at night, it is 0200 Monday now), journal (very good for learning about me). Also stuff to replace booze. With me it is art. Some call it therapy, all I know it is creative, I learn new skills and occasionally something good coms out of it.
Support to you.