I took Xanax, to excess, for 5 or so years. I actually became pregnant and quit over a period of months, which was very difficult added with the anxiety of being pregnant. I haven't taken Xanax in nearly 3 years now, I've nursed my daughter and that was a good excuse for me not to get back into benzos. I'm really glad I quit but it's still not perfect. If I'm exceptionally nervous I'll quickly drink a beer or two. I also smoke pot, but I still consider both these vices to be pretty insignificant compared to Xanax.