Originally Posted by
Cornishman 
Hello
I must say it doesn't become easier to stay sober, it becomes harder; the memory of the misery of withdrawal becomes more and more distant and less of a deterrant.
Hey congrats and welcome!!
Have you checked out AA, Smart, or Rational Recovery or something like that? There are a number of programs, methodologies out there that can help with this I think. There's a difference between abstaining vs. living sober.
I know for me I'd never make it if all I changed was simply abstaining. And many/most of the changes I've made as I live soberly with myself are incredibly positive.
Best to you-
B