1. Admit you have a problem. You do not have to admit to being powerless over alcohol. You do have to admit that you have a problem and that you want to change

2. Determine your allies as soon as you make the decision to quit. Who is in your life that will support you in your decision? Surround yourself with the people in your life that will assist you in your decision to quit

3. Make a commitment. Don't be afraid to imagine yourself sober for the rest of your life. It is true that you take one day at a time

You also need to have emotional acceptance that it is a good thing that you will not ever be drinking again

4. Avoid the labels. It is not necessary to announce to everyone that you are an alcoholic, or a recovering alcoholic. Share your victories with your allies

Know that you do not have a disease, and you are not sick-

it's o.k. to simply say, "no thank you

Avoid situations that will lead to being pressured for a drink

Spend time with your allies

Be gentle with yourself