Here's how you get out: By just getting out. Make a conscious decision you want a different life and just do something to get started...Go to the Master Cleanse Forum s and read about the cleanse which I started without evening meaning to today and I feel great! Basically you drink lemon juice has to be fresh, a few squirts, with maple syrup, real not processed a few tablespoons, mineral water and cayenne pepper a shake or two. It's supposed to be beneficial for drug addicts and alcoholics...and i see why. Not only does it clean you out it seems to get rid of that alcohol craving. I am not giving up...just change your thoughts and your change yourself. Do not get depressed about the past, forget it, and just focus on becoming that new person today. I'm 46 by the say so this has been a long struggle with Depression where alcohol was my solution only it never was a very good solution...To think a simple lemon drink is! I'm very hopeful.