The articles that I have written are solely to ask you to decide if you are pushing the limit and risking your health secondary to excessive alcohol. There is so much medical information available for us to digest, it often feels overwhelming. Do you think that all the information is wrong?
It isn't.
Where would you start if you decided to make positive changes? The first thought is to share with a significant person in your life, wife, friend, or husband? Secondly, make an appointment with your Health Care Provider, HCP, to discuss options.
It is too hard to do this on your own, and definitely not "cold turkey". If you have been drinking quite a bit and suddenly withdraw, the reaction can be lethal. Develop a plan with your HCP and set goals that are reasonable. There are medications to help you with the withdrawal symptoms if it seems necessary.
Thirdly, broaden your support system. Alcoholics Anonymous is a group support system which has helped many individuals for decades. If you are not a "group person", enlist the help of a counselor who can help you delve into the reasons you feel you need alcohol daily.
Lastly, change your patterns. Do you come home from work or see that it is 5 o'clock, and "ready to relax", change that? Go for a walk or find an activity that takes you away from your favorite drink, favorite chair. etc. You will have many demons calling you saying it's ok, just one, resist. This is where AA is good for people, or counseling as it gives you an opportunity to explore the demons.
Lastly, with the person that is the closest to you, ask them to support you with honesty and love. This is difficult, of course, but you can do this. More importantly, tell them how you need to be supported as they are not mind readers.
I wish you luck, sending you prayers of support, and want you to explore a safer lifestyle that builds you up, not tears you down.
Blessings!
Barb