Originally Posted by
Gerard52 
You are unlikely to get an answer here that says it is possible as this is all about being sober. Do other people manage to bring it under control yes some do but most don't. The easiest is to check celebrities you can find many who had drink problems but now drink moderately Michael Caine and Paul Macartney are two.
Not sure this post is very helpful.
But we are all allowed a say.
I wonder how drinking is helping their health now they are in their 70’s?
I’m sure if you try and get an answer you want from the internet you will get it. Doesn’t mean it’s the right answer for you.