A TRUE STORY

What Inspired My Friend’s Shocking Transformation From Alcoholic to Sober

Alcoholism doesn’t just take away life; it takes away hope and joy.

Elvie Lins
5 min readJun 27, 2023

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It is heartbreaking that addiction can take hold of someone’s life and refuse to let go. For many, the struggle with substance abuse can lead to devastating consequences, leaving loved ones feeling helpless and desperate for a solution.

However, there are also stories of triumph and hope amidst the darkness. One such story is my friend’s shocking transformation from alcoholic to sober.

My husband and I were close friends with Gerry and his family. As Gerry's close friend, I witnessed firsthand the toll that alcohol was taking on his life.

It seemed he had lost all sense of control and was spiraling further into addiction with each passing day. His family was equally devastated by his behavior, watching helplessly as the man of the family slipped away before their eyes.

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Elvie Lins
Elvie Lins

Written by Elvie Lins

Writes about #Travel, #Photography, #Life, and #Poetry. Message me at @successwitheve on Twitter and email me at successwitheve@gmail.com