Welcome! I agree with August - it's different for each individual, but there are a lot of suggestions regarding a plan that should be very helpful. It's also true about making it a true ACTION plan involving real work and in-person commitments. I stayed drinking for years because I thought making a mental commitment was enough... for me, and many others, it's definitely not sufficient. Knowing so little about your situation makes it hard to give any solid suggestions, but I found outpatient treatment very helpful. It forced me to get off my A and take sobriety seriously! Meetings are a great commitment as well, but even they weren't enough for me in the beginning. Make a plan and work it - you're on the right path already!!