Introduction Thinking about drinking Why change? Is moderation for you? When you drink: Setting limits Keeping track Taking charge Slowing down Refusing drinks Affirming your progress Moving along Before you drink: Discovering your triggers Places People Times Special triggers Feelings Summary Instead of drinking: Changing yourself by living as if Maintaining your minimum daily requirement of pleasant activities Talking caringly and wisely to yourself Sleeping well Relaxing Managing anxiety and fear Coping with negative moods and depression Maintaining a positive self-concept Being assertive Relating to others How are you doing? When abstinence seems like the best choice for you Sources of help