1: commitment to stop drinking
Most people who suffer from alcohol problems do not decide to make a big
change in a vacuum or convert drinking habits overnight. Recovery is
usually more gradual process. In the early stages of change, and
deprivation is a major obstacle. Even after admitting you have a
drinking problem, has made excuses and drag your feet. It's important to
acknowledge your ambivalence about stopping drinking. If you are unsure
if you are willing to change or you suffer from this decision, it may
help to think about the costs and benefits of each option.
Assess the costs and benefits of drinking
Work schedule like the one below, the balance between costs and benefits
of drinking to the costs and benefits of quitting smoking.
Do you drink is worth the cost?
Benefits of Drinking:
It helps me forget my problems.
I have fun when I drink.
It's my way to relax and unwind after a stressful day.
