Thanks Kaliope for your post. That sounds like a good strategy. henrydavidtherobot, did you ever consider you may be an alcoholic? Only you can decide if you are. The addictions forum would be a great place to start. This is all just my opinion. If your just a social drinker, and you only have a few, and then stop,that is good. If you drink obsessively, play drinking games , Do shots, drink alone, these could be indications of alcoholism. Here is a link to the addiction forum.

Addictions - Forums at Psych Central

I hope I have been of some help. Take what you want, and leave the rest. Good luck.

Piraeus