Congratulations on getting clear of that addiction. It takes a lot for our minds to step back and say, "This isn't working. I'm not going to do it anymore." I think this is where mindfulness and noticing how we are feeling in the moment can come into play - no pun intended . Coming to that decision ("it's not working") can do wonders for overcoming the social and habitual draw that keeps people stuck. Thanks for sharing your experience. I think it could help someone in a similar position.