Denise, I'm sorry to hear you have drink problem, but I also think you have taken the first step of doing something about it.

Has it been sneaking up on you slowly, or did something happen when you felt it got out of control?

In any case, we're here for you if/when you want to talk. Know that you're not alone, there are more than you think out there with the same problem.

I really don't know the best way of dealing with it, but I'm sure others have some good advice.

I did know a guy years ago who joined AA, he was sober for at least ten years after, but I don't have contact anymore, so have no idea how he ended up.

Oh, I do believe that joining a gym, going for walks and eating healthy will help a lot.

Good luck!!