Hi Dave, that is an excellent article. Fortunately, I've learned not to beat myself up over a slip; instead, I recommit myself and am kind to myself. As to learning new behaviours, I have a little confession. As a kid (one of 7 children), I never made my bed. My mother didn't have the strength to make us. That habit continued into my adulthood. About 6 months ago, I decided to make my bed each morning. It got me into a routine where as I make the bed I also open the curtains and blinds in my room so my room is brighter during the day. Over the past week or so, I realized my bed was made and I had almost no memory of doing it. It's now a habit. I like the part in the article where the author says that each time we don't give in to an urge, we weaken the synapses that led us to have the urge and to capitulate. I believe I've noticed that when I've had long periods of sobriety. Thanks for posting that. Maggie
