I am new like you and am relishing the feeling of freedom I have since discovering AVRT
The most helpful technique im applying is the addiction diction - in my experience the most difficult part of resisting the drink is when we feel we are the voice or at one with the beast
SO no matter what is going on in your head you have to separate from the beast
I want a drink... I've had such a hard week etc
Has to become IT wants a drink - IT thinks it deserves a drink
Just my 2 cents worth