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Keith Urban’s addiction battle takes center stage in a recent article–and it’s a story he hopes will save lives. Many celebrities have admitted to using drugs and alcohol as a means of coping with their fame.
Some celebs have even discussed close calls where they almost didn’t make it through the haze of addiction. In the recent interview Urban describes how he battled demons of his own and how he feels about being sober for 19 years.
A Moment of Decision
The singer reportedly always had an inner voice that told him one day he’d either stop using or lose himself and everyone else in the process. He credits his wife, Nicole Kidman, for staging an intervention that led him to get treatment. He suggests that it was this loving but direct confrontation about his addiction that enabled him to finally see clearly and stop the rollercoaster of substance use.
The year was 2006, the same year he married Nicole, and the decision was made easier because he knew it was time to stop or lose his new bride, the love of his life. Urban knew that he had to make a drastic change or risk losing the person he had always searched for. He suggests that he knew intuitively the intervention was his one chance to get it right.
Paying It Forward
Since gaining his sobriety, Urban has also paid it forward by helping other artists pave a path to recovery. Singer Brantley Gilbert credits Keith Urban with helping him come through similar problems.
We know that not everyone is as fortunate, but seeing people who seemingly have everything fight addiction and win may help others recognize that they too can come out on the other side.
Addiction is tough, but you are tougher. Keith Urban’s addiction battle shows how strong the human spirit can be and that there is a life waiting that is so much better. If you or someone you love needs help, reach out today at
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