I Did Not Know

I did not know that it was physically impossible for me to drink moderately.
I did not know that my body's drinking machinery had worn out, and that the parts could not be replaced.
I did not know that just one drink made it impossible for me to control my behavior and conduct and my future drinking.
I did not know, in short, that I was powerless over alcohol.

Experience, Strength and Hope, p. 153