I used to drink every day for a long time, but I haven had a drink in 3 or so years. To me it was like a prison, but one in which I could have left anytime. I dont buy into the whole "your powerless" thing I made up my mind and quit, but you really really have to make up your mind, and be cool with never having a drink again. because every drunk thinks they can be a "social drinker" someday. not gonna happen.