I remember reading a William Burroughs interview where he talked about getting over nasty addictions by just writing "I will not smoke a cigarette" on a piece

I remember reading a William Burroughs interview where he talked about getting over nasty addictions by just writing "I will not smoke a cigarette" on a piece of paper everyday. This stupid process worked incredibly well for me. Broke a bad smoking habit. Anytime I felt the urge I'd re-write the statement. I could see how the same thing could work with drinking if and when you get triggered (grilling in the backyard, restaurant, etc).