Hello. Long time lurker, first-time poster (because this question resonates with me). I accidentally stopped drinking after 30+ years. Three factors helped get

Hello. Long time lurker, first-time poster (because this question resonates with me). I accidentally stopped drinking after 30+ years. Three factors helped get me there. 1. I have been practicing mindfulness for 20+ years. Alcohol disrupted my practice. 2. To prioritize my health, I modified my diet (keto), and drinking no longer fit into my food-related health goals. 3. I started exercising, and drinking didn't support this habit. Takeaways: if possible, add important things (i.e., habits) to your life. Sometimes these habits force alcohol out of your life. So, instead of "Stop drinking," start "something(s)" and let them force alcohol out. Of course, this may not work for you, but I wanted to share what worked for me.