This is my first post...although I've heard about this site for a while I never posted anything. I do not thinkk that I'm the only one that is struggling with alcohol. I started drinking when I turned 18 and after I turned 21 the frequency increased.. Now I', in my 30s with a family and my drinking has gotten from bad to worse. I always start by thinking that I'll have 1 or 2 drinks and call it a day, but I usually finish 8-12 drinks most of the time. I tried AA but it wasn't for me and I'm considering treatment but due to work and family obligations, I'm not able to take 6 weeks for the treatment. I'm going to try to do it on my own, and if it does not work then I'll have no choice and go see a doctor. I just needed a place to jot my thoughts.

Today is Day 1.

For guys that have been able to stay away from alcohol, what worked..