Millions struggle with addiction, a disease that can grip anyone, no matter who they are or how successful they might be. Music icon Eminem was also a victim of it. His battle reached a critical point in 2007 with a near-fatal overdose.
Eminem himself has openly spoken about his struggles with addiction to prescription drugs. For many years, he was hooked on painkillers and told VIBE magazine (via People) that at one stage, he used to take as many as 20 pills a day.
But the rapper’s story didn’t stop at that low point. This week, he celebrated an amazing achievement – 16 years of being sober. His journey has inspired many fans and shows that recovery is possible even after a tough battle with addiction that almost took his life.
Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, shared a simple yet impactful photo on Instagram. The picture showed his hand holding a silver Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) coin, marking his 16 years of being sober. This special coin has three sides, symbolizing the main values of AA – unity, service, and recovery.
While M&M opted for a caption-less post, the message resonated deeply with fans and fellow celebrities alike. His longtime manager, Paul Rosenberg, expressed his pride with a comment reading “Sweet 16. So proud of you.”
Eminem’s Near-Fatal Overdose in 2007 Led to Life-Changing Habit
Eminem’s road to recovery wasn’t easy. In 2007, he suffered a near-fatal overdose after years of battling addiction to prescription drugs like Vicodin and Valium. This scary experience made him want to change.
Speaking openly about his struggles, The Rap God revealed that he found solace and a path forward through exercise, particularly running. “It gave me a natural endorphin high, but it also helped me sleep, so it was perfect,” he shared with Men’s Journal in 2015.
This change in 8 Mile star’s life shows an important part of getting better from addiction: swapping bad habits for good ones. Whether you’re a fan of Eminem or not, his journey sends a strong message: Recovery is achievable, and there’s a brighter future for those who work hard for it.
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