A person who is able to overcome drinking, and face their problems sober, in my mind, is a true real life hero. Heros may make several attempts during a rescue and they may fail but the sheer act of trying is what sets them above those who stand back and watch.
great post!
The first step is to acknowledge that you have a problem with alcohol, and that you want to do something about it.
Only when that step is reached, can you really work on solving the problem. And you are right, there is something very good about working to correct a problem, rather than to let it destroy you slowly.