For some people—I’m one of them—regular routine does help. But I don’t know that that’s for everyone. Does it normally help you?
The thing with stopping sh is something has to replace it—either things get better or there’s some other activity.
I’d find the concerns about dating and drinking off-putting. It’s like worrying about a leak in the boat when you might be about to hit an iceberg.
Maybe you’re being obedient because you feel like he’s a lifeline you need right now?
Do you work today?