For many people who struggle with alcohol, becoming sober can feel almost impossible. There is hope, though. While attaining sobriety isn't easy, there are untold everyday people out there who've managed to find a better life through quitting drinking.
Recently, we asked members of the BuzzFeed Community: People who quit drinking, what was your rock bottom moment that made you stop? They bravely shared their stories, which hopefully will act as inspiration to anyone considering quitting themselves. Here are some of them:
Note: This post includes mentions of attempted suicide.
1. "I woke up on my back, on the couch in the lounge, choking on my own vomit. I'm so lucky, I've heard so many stories of people dying like this, and the worst of it was that my young son would have found my body. That was enough. It was a long time coming; I didn't recognize myself or my life anymore. Alcohol had ruined me, and I was completely lost to it."
"This was the incident where I finally bottomed out and had the moment of clarity that eludes so many addicts. I broke down and asked for help. I got it from AA, and I'm eternally gratef