Every morning I wake up I thank God for another day of sobriety. I've been doing that for 34 years now. I would never have believed anyone if they told me my life could be this incredible...It isn't easy but it's worth every second of effort you put in to your sobriety.
I'm 5 months shy of 21 YEARS sober and this song still gets to me every time I hear it. For those struggling with addiction and those in recovery don't let anyone tell you you can't get clean/sober. YOU CAN. But you have to WANT IT. May God be with all of you.
I remember being drunk and playing this song over and over crying out and wanting so bad to be sober. I've been sober 2 years now and I'll have to say I did it the hard way but I did it. It can be done by the grace of God.
I sober up after playing this song over and over. I begged God to heal me of my own self destruction...and he did. I've sober for 11 years now. It took alot of praying, a lot of meetings 🙏 ,and a lot of hard work,but now I'm here . Thank you Jesus and thank you Kenny for such a touching song.
this my life word for word. Oh ya I went through 4 marriages , a couple of homes. God knows how many cars & Jobs. I went into treatment Aug 10th, 1973. I have been in AA since then. But Alcohol is a sneaky and tough enemy. I have now got 13 years sober.
This is a very powerful song, not only for the ones in recovery but the ones that are affected by addiction of loved ones. I'm 32 years old and my whole life has been poisoned by those with addiction. I chose not to follow foot steps but create new ones and this song helps remind of this. Excellent song and to those who have struggled with addiction, I pray for you and support you 120%....
I too have never personally battled addiction. But have seen 1st hand how it effects a family. Alcohol took my dad from me 21 years ago. I've seen wht it CAN DO that's why I DON'T DO IT.
Congratulations. Im 17 months clean and 5 years with out a drink . Yes best years of my life as well. And best of all I still have my family. Although there was a time i wasn't sure I would. Best wishes
@@rw1611 hey randell obviously he is proud of it probably the biggest achievement he has made in many years. You can sit there and judge someone take a walk in their shoes. But you sound like a ignorant asshole who is probably a lonely person in life so you figure you will take it out of someone else. Here is a suggestion no one cares about your opinion shut the fuck up
Today would have been my Dad’s 77th Birthday. He got sober 2 years before I was born and I grew up around AA. ❤Dad was definitely “That Old Man” RIP BOB V
This is the song that gave me strength to quit hard drugs. I lost everything, and I thought I was lost too. That was 18 years ago. This song means the world to me.
The first time I heard this song, I swear it was made about my life! It hits home every time I hear it. I lost a lot during my drinking days but over came the addiction. I’m proud to say I’m in my 26th year of sobriety!!
It was Dec 13th 2014, i was a falling down drunk with plans to leave this world, Dec 14th the Lord God called me to Jesus and saved this wretched man...i still drank for a few months after that day of salvation...i was weak, i couldn't stop on my own. I cried out to the Lord God and after 6 days of pleading with God, He took the urge away..i had drank for nearly 40 years of my 50 before the saved me and removed that love of the bottle...its been nearly 9 years since that last drink...since then the Lord has been gracious and restored my marriage to my most greatest cherished gift on this earth...my wife of nearly 35 years. Praise be to the Lord for giving me eternal life in Christ and cleaning me from the inside.
No matter how long we’ve been divorced and no matter how badly it ended, this song will always steal my breath and make my heart skip a beat for the man that he was and for all he lost.
@Game Changer16 My dad died from alcoholism in 1988. I was 12. I still hurt. Some things time just doesn't heal. It shadows the pain enough for me to keep going.
Say a prayer for the addict who still suffers. It's a family disease from which flows a river of tears. Didn't know what I had until I didn't anymore. I miss my ex and my babies. Still struggle day to day. Still here thank God, despite the grief of the past.
NO ONE EVER KNOWS THE PAIN THAT WE GO THROUGH.....I WANT TO WISH EVERYONE AFFLICTED WITH THIS SHIT THE BEST IN LIFE...I KNOW IT'S HARD... BUT WE ARE STRONG!!!!!! I LOVE EVERYONE WHO HAS TO DEAL WITH THE PAIN....STAY STRONG----YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
That's Awesome you were able to stop from a video. Especially how the song is about meetings. Most can't without the continued help of others. But there is not only one way. Again , Awesome you have done it. God Bless -- Art
As for Kenny Chesney, this was his "ONE." That one song people never forgot, sung from the heart with such emotion & sincerity. Bravo, beautiful job! Masterpiece from 1997-wow 😌👍
I lost my brother, and step dad to alcohol, I have been sober for 19yrs. You can do this Larry, pray to God to lead you to a meeting. Great things will happen, it may take awhile. Stay strong!!!
Omg I just happened to come across this song don’t listen to much country my man sent me country love songs found this thought of him love him so much when he’s drinking he hurts me he hurts himself this song made me cry had a horrible experience n AA there’s got to b another way only God
This song breaks my heart, I’ve been sober 5 and half years but the guilt I carry for what I put my family through having nearly died in a coma and given a 20% chance of survival. My liver damage will not recover so a little part of it is doing all the work. I give thanks 🙏 for every day and for the love of my family and friends. I send love to all on this journey, it’s worth it 💪🥰🌈🦋
Thank you 🙏 I give thanks every day, now been six and half years and I’m still so grateful for the forgiveness of my sons. Also I’m going to be a grandma 🌎❤️
I am proud to say that today marks 91 days without alcohol for me. I spent over half my trying to fit in, get out of my comfort zone, numb the pain. I made a conscious choice to give that part of my life away. We had a love/hate relationship, and now, have decided to go our separate ways. This song changed my life, not all at once, but it always spoke to me when I needed it most. The future is what you make it. So I am going to keep searching for "T Good Stuff". Thank you Kenny Chesney for this truly powerful song.
you always fail because you are scared to change...change everything my friend... don't concentrate on not drinking, focus on becoming a better person and it will fall into place...(402) 378-8132 if you need help my friend
You can do it. You are stronger than you realize. My mom was dry for the last 27 years of her life -- after being an alcoholic since she was a very young woman and after almost losing my dad twice. I know it's not easy. We all have our own demons we battle. Remember you are not alone -- and that you're stronger than you realize. I pray that God helps you feel the strength that is within you.
Alpha Perc Looks like u posted this 3 yrs ago....was wondering f u took that first step? If not lets talk....Ive been there, done that! Being scared is just human nature!!! Lets talk or text, wat ever is comfortable for u...know ur WORTH IT!! Lets make that change!!(903-288-3240-cell)lets walk this walk....its sooo sooo worth it!!!! #23YearsCleanAndSober✅✝ #Sobriety🙌✅ Recovery✅ #AddictionDoesntDiscriminate🙈🙊🙉 #DontTurnABlindEyeToThoseWhoAreStruggling👀😖 #YourWorthIt💯%✝ ✅
I grew up with an alcoholic father. This is one of the most touching songs I've ever heard. My father quit drinking after my parents divorced. One of my all time favorites from Kenny Chesney. The words are amazing, thanks writers!!
This is the first song of Kenny's that a very good friend of mine introduced me to. It was shortly after I was in recovery. It has helped me immensely and still brings tears of truth to my eyes every time I hear it. Than you Kenny Chesney for the inspiration.
This was the song way back just before the turn of the century that I knew Kenny was the artist I could latch onto and all these years later that has remained. He’s been my favorite artist since this song came out.
This song was played for me when I went into my last rehab and still helps me to this day. Now I'm a substance abuse counselor, over 15 years sober, and get to play it for our clients who are still struggling with their addictions. Still makes an impact to this day.
I crawled into "The Rooms" at 35, Just turned 60 two months ago & still sober 25 years later, one day at a time. Great song. Never heard it before. Love AA, Saved my life...
I was in law enforcement for 32 years and saw the devastation that results from addiction on a daily basis. The first time I heard this song it actually brought me to tears. The message in this song is so powerful and true. Every time I hear this song I think about the families and relationships that have been torn apart and destroyed by addiction. Addiction is truly a tool of the devil. Thank you for recording this song Kenny, I hope and pray that it has made a difference in someone’s life.
I live with an alcoholic, and I love him dearly but seriously sometimes the things he says cuts deeper than any knife could ever. This song brings me hope that someday it'll all hopefully change.
+rebecca estes I use to do the same stuff to my lady, and I hope your men do get help because I am such a different man today....I owe my everything to AA....I now treat my woman ghe way she deserves...I'm so glad she stuck it out until I figured it out. your husbands probably know they need help, but it's a tough thing to beat....I had liver damage and almost died....I still couldn't stop....I'll be celebrating 3 years
I'm sorry... But I can promise you he didn't make that choice... Once alcohol or drugs take hold, they make your choices for you. They change how you think, and everything about you. It turns you into someone you never intended to be, and only a handful of people make it out alive. I'm not making excuses for him, I'm just giving you another perspective... If it wasn't for the love of Jesus Christ and my beautiful wife, I would still be in that dark place... I hope you can find some peace
This song amazes me every time I hear it,my father is a recovered alcoholic,been sober for 14 year,by the Grace of God.My dadwent into an alcoholic coma on a river bank one day while he was fishing and was rushed into the hospital,the family all went into the room and I can remember the doc asking my dad how much he drank,well he told him two or three beers a day,I took the doc out of the room and explained to him that my dad would drink atleast a case of beer a day,and I wanted him to help my daddy..Doc came back into the room with daddy and said if he wanted to be here to watch his kids and grandkids grow,he needed to stop drinking and he gave my daddy 3 months to live .,I was so scared but God gave me the strength to talk to that doc.My dad to this day claims I helped save his life.He spends his life everyday trying to make up to me and my siblings and mom for all the pain he caused,all the beatings,the emotional abuse,and I am here to say I NEVER gave up on that man,and he is alive and well to this day and hasn't drank anything,also has been attending church every sunday,a very active member and praises God for giving him a second chance in life,IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE,DON'T LOSE EVERYTVING YOU HAVE,DROP TO YOUR KNEES AND HAVE JESUS HELP U EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!!!!!I PRAY FOR ALL THQT SUFFER WITH THIS!!!!!I dedicated this song to my daddy when I was a teenager,and he listened and it tore him up,to this day he loves this song so much
I've been sober for a year and this song was always in the back of my head when I was drinking. Every time this song came on the radio I would cry and ask myself why I couldn't stop drinking. This is an awesome song! The first step is always the hardest. It took me 2 tries to get as far as I am today. I thank God for the strength I have.
I'm loving that the comments are about so many of you that have gotten sober. My dad was an alcoholic, from age 15. So was his father. I lost him at age 43 when I was 19 because he couldn't ever stay sober. He got chronic pancreatitis, then diabetes, then died from a heart attack. I was devastated. I always held out hope that he'd quit. I remember trying to talk him out of drinking when I was as young as six years old. Back before I knew anything about addiction. I have spent many years believing almost no one ever truly gets sober and stays sober from anything. It's great to see that it is actually possible.
I got tears reading your post. Thinking about little kids who love their parents so much. My nephew who was like a son drank and drugged until he died at 34. His children have only a few good memories of him and lots of scary memories. Their mother has met a really good man who loves them... (I'm tearing up again.)
I played this multiple times a day during my first 2 months of sobriety. I'm going on 5 years now. I still listen to it once in a while. It really puts stuff in perspective.
my husband has been sober going on 7 years. this song hits us both right in the heart. to anyone commenting that is recently sober i just want to say congratulations and good luck. its one day at a time but you can do it.
Kenny thank you for this song. The battle we fight is real. The only hope we have are these meetings. Our lives are transformed and changed. We never forget we're we came from. Love you. L&R Lee
Having listened to MANY Kenny Chesney over the years, heard this one for the first time today. By the grace of God my life has never taken me down the road of substance abuse problems. The song really gives a first-hand account of what it can do and is really an eye opener! Let's give thanks to ALL of those that have stood by family members, friends, acquaintances, co-workers, or just the person that asked for help and NEVER gave up on supporting those that need it.
This song has so much meaning I cry every time I hear it. My son is out there in the depths of his drinking and wants to be sober But just isn’t able to remain sober for long. I pray GOD helps him
The first time I heard this song I was wasted on pain killers and even though I was completely trashed the lyrics grabbed ahold and stayed with me for years. Fast forward to July 2016 I got sober and this song has helped me through my recovery. Thank you for bringing this powerful song into my life. I am 8 years sober and this is the first song I listen to every morning. ❤
If your listening to this it's for a reason. Just know it can be done and I promise you life is so much greater and peaceful. 3 years and still going thanks to loving wife,family and friends. Some days are hard it's definitely not easy but don't give up. Your worth it Thank you God for all your blessings and bless all those listening to this song and reading this let them have peace and freedom. Amen
This was me but Jesus Christ took everything I destroyed my life,family & marriage & restored it 10 fold when I truly humbled my self seeked him with my whole heart & lived for him I pray for all who deal with this..give it to God...prayer for you all in Jesus name!!!
Good morning! I woke up early this morning and as I was sitting here quietly listening to music and drinking my coffee I heard this song. I REALLY listened to every word and, of course, completely broke down. So, I'm going to share part of my story. Many of you know that I struggled with alcoholism for a while and lost everything, literally, but my life. I have hurt the ones that I loved the most in this world, especially my kids. Most have forgiven me, I'm sure never forgetting though, the pain I caused in the past. And, a few people, ones you think would always be there for you from the beginning to the end have walked away. I've cried and prayed so many days about the loss that not only I have experienced, but people I love and care about have experienced. Alcoholism (or ANY addiction) effects everyone involved. People ask me, "Why do you tell people about your addiction to alcohol?", "Aren't you ashamed?" Well, I used to be. After I got out of my own way, put down my pride and quit being so selfish, I decided I didn't want to live like that any more. I couldn't do it by myself. I gave it to God!! Yes, I went to rehab...several of them. But, they couldn't want it for me, my family couldn't want it for me, I had to want sobriety and recovery for myself. After rehab, I moved into a recovery house, Oxford House. I also started attending meetings/groups for alcoholism. It changed my life. I have often wondered why God saved me. Why not just let me die? Well, He saw fit to keep me here for a reason. If i hadn't gone through this trial I never would have met Bennie. Keeping me on this earth wasn't for the flashy career as a nurse. No, I lost that in the battle. I am still not sure of what the Lord has planned for me. It's ok though. I'm just so thankful He did save me. I could go on and on for a long time with the details of my story. I guess my point is this. I will always be an alcoholic. Now I am an alcoholic in recovery. I have been sober for almost 9 months. Has it always been easy? NO! But I do know, that the answer to any problem isn't at the bottom of a bottle. The answer is at Jesus' feet. Addiction does not discriminate. Trust me! Please don't judge people. You never know what people are going through. You also never know when it could be you living a life of hell in addiction. Be kind and love one another. Listen to the words of the song. It definitely was like hearing my story.
Seven years ago tonight, I was sitting at this same spot sweating bullets because I was preparing to go to my first AA meeting and I was literally petrified. I thought God himself was going to be there and punish me personally. But then I opened an email from my baby girl Amanda, she was one of the few that I had entrusted with my plan to meet God that night. She proceeded to tell me how proud she was of me and how happy that she was that I was looking to reach out for a little help. She attached a youtube video of Kenny Chesney, singing the song "That's why I'm here". After the tears stopped rolling down my face, I got in the car to go meet God, he didn't show up that night and I was grateful, but being that the meetings in those rooms are judgement free zones, I guess I had overthought the experience. Well, I walked away with a little aluminum chip that said "24 Hours" on it, tonight the chip was Brass and said 7 in Roman numerals. I don't think my daughter knows what an impact that gesture has on me and I'm pretty sure I never really thanked her properly for caring. Thank you for helping me get a start to this 7th year Honey and I love you so much for doing it. Hell I loved you anyways.
Timothy Wheeler I've been drinking extremely heavy for 4 years. last week I said enough is enough. well tonight I convinced myself a few won't hurt. well unfortunately I'm on beer 15 n not even tipsy. I guess I'm one of the many that one is one to many, n one more is never enough. best of luck to you sir!
Angela Woolard I can relate 3/10/12 is a special day for me. First day a higher power lead me away from my best friend alcohol. Can't believe 5 years is coming up fast it feels like last year was going to be my first year. One day at a time.
Angela you told my story for me, as this song also does. I have lost everything and almost everyone dear to me. Just finished doing a 20 month bid due to my getting drunk and behaving insanely. My daughter is fed up with me and my second wife says she is done with me. She told me she is going to divorce me. The line in this song about the devil taking your hand and convincing you that another drink will take care of the problem is so true. He lied to me so many times and I believed him so its my own fault. My wife Anne and my family asked me so many times to quit but my self will wouldn't listen. It wasn't until I lost it all that I finally listened to what God had been trying to tell me for 20 years. Today I am saved by grace and no longer have the desire to drink alcohol and live a rebellious life. God saved me from myself and drinking myself to death. I am going to yet another meeting in the morning and I will continue to do so as long as I need to hear my story told by others in the room. I also go to church each week now and have a close, loving relationship with my heavenly Father. Thank God for forgiveness, grace, and the love and understanding of those who have been where I once was. May God bless and save all of us.
I stayed wasted from 1983 umtill 2004,Ive hurt a lot of people that I love with all of my heart and never got the chance to tell most of them how sorry I still am.Ive been sober now for almost 10 years and It's getting easier to live with but my God how I wish I would have just never drank atall.Some pain never goes away.I love you all.
I just came home from an AA meeting. You've been sober for 10 years brother and congrats for that. But don't let the past turn you back, it will if you dwell on it. I'm sure the important people in your life are really proud of you. Hang in there my friend!!
Ernest King Thank you for the word's of support,Im actually 11 years sober now but thing's have been pulling on me to try to put me back In hell,I believe this simple little support note just might have saved me from myself again.,I thank you more than you will ever know.Thanks a million.
You're kindly welcome my friend. I have 12 years sobriety and drank excessively from 1983 to 2002 so we certainly have something in common. I'm 51 now and although I've had some tough times, I'm doing ok..Sept 21st 2010, 4 years from today, I lost my home and all our belongings to hurricane Igor..You can google "ernest king hurricane igor' for the story.. I'm very fortunate to have a wife of 28 years who stood by my side through the good and the bad..Anyway, I'm really happy if I helped you in any way at all..By the way, I'm from Newfoundland, Canada.. All the very best of everything and hang in there buddie!!
MTD45 At least hopefully you can say ur sorry some can't say that can't even think they have done any hurt to anyone and when ur young kids and you're yelled at and get called worthless enough times you half believe it !! And what still hurts me more I love that person and will do anything 4 that person she's my mother !! But now she's gone hopefully for a year I will get the strength while talking to God to start telling her No if this time doesn't change her cause she didn't stop her ways and she went back to the "BIG House" and she was also a drunk I don't know how we didn't lose her as young kids she drove drunk hell we were even in the car with her at times God was just on our Side !! Some mother huh ??!!
But Congratulations to you guys I saw 1st hand my whole childhood growing up what drinking did and you have to want to STOP drinking and us kids wasn't even enough 4 either of our parents !! Guess we were kinda lucky though you hear or see some stories that drunk parents beat or shoot there kids cause they were drunk we we're lucky on that end just wasn't loved !!
This song hits hard, even though I've never had an addiction. It just speaks to the depth of any human wanting to make themselves a better person and overcome those deep flaws (be it addiction or anger issues or abuse trauma or whatnot). If you losing control of that flaw can drive others away, then this song speaks to the part of you wanting to overcome it.
im in treatment right now im working the steps got me a sponsor my life is beyond unmanageable and it wasn't till I surrendered to god that i am now getting better aa is saving my life I have been an alcoholic addict for 18 years ill be 30 I blamed every thing everyone but the problem was me and the solution is me and I know that today and I list everything that mattered most and slowly im getting it back im 73 days clean and I feel better now then ever thank u god for my second chance and god grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change the courage to change the things I can the wisdom to know the difference amen
Great job u noticed that u had a problem. But u got right back into the program and did it again, it's ok to relapse, it's jus' being human...but u ALREADY knew where to turn to, when others will give up. The program works if u work it!!!✨🙌 #23yrsSober #CleanAndSober #Sobriety #Addiction #AddictionOfDeseaseIsReal
this song really means alot to me in my sobriety as well, the first time i heard this song i bawled!! this song truely touched my heart and really made me glad i found the program i did! it changed my life!
I've been crying my eyes out lately to this song reminds of to people who I thought the world of that left southern first Baptist church in franklinton Louisiana 😢
I also feel that this is the most perfect song for anyone who is in any kind of recovery weather it's from drugs alcoholics domestic violence or anything
Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan,thank you for your wonderful comments on my post,it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music
Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan,thank you for your wonderful comments on my post,it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music
I was that guy in the mirror. I stood in a homeless shelter and looked at myself at the age of 53 . I had lost everything I loved because of my addiction. I've been clean and sober for 15 months now and my life is getting better every day. I've got back most of what I gave away. When they read the promises I get all choked up. They are true. I owe it all to the healing place and my God.
+Earl Holt me to Earl.. I was 50 standing in front of a judge. This time I had passed out and hit a car at a redlight and I didn't even remember.. The man I hit said if I would get help he would let it slide.I had lost it all brother, wife,kids, good job. In rehab they wanted me to go to a recovery house in Nashville, so I went.. thank God I went.
When Keith Whitley died, that was my wake-up call. It took me almost a year. But with God's mercy and strength, I've been sober since 4/19/90. I thank God for every day He has given me. I know it's because of Him. "Yeah, I've been there. That's why I'm here."
This song hit home for me, If I could tell you how many times I have heard "just one more beer" ..., as a soon to be x-wife of an alcoholic, I was hiding the truth from everyone even myself, but when my now 7 yr old daughter who loves music, out of the blue comes running up to me holding her tablet & says.. "mommy this is my favorite song" as I watched `with her, it took everything in me not to cry. That was just over a year ago now. It's too late for him and I, but it is not to late for her... I hope one day my daughters father will help himself, because she needs a sober daddy. I know Kenny did not drink, but I thank him for this song.
I love the idea of a song that takes on a topic so important such as alcoholism and drugs I just celebrated four months of sobriety today at my meetings
I don't know. But I listened to it at one. An AA meeting I mean. This was my theme song Four years, I nearly went off the cliff. People ask. How do you know there is a God. Simple. I am still alive because without God I would have surely gone off that cliff and be dead now!!
20 years I've watched as he get worse I've left twice now. He can't walk up stairs with out falling now he on powerful meds and drinks with them broke a rib and punkerd a lung I called to get help and got nothing
I've been sober for over 11 years now. I'd list my son, jobs, friends and family over drinking and drugs as well. I'm glad to say that I'm sober and I have my son back in my life, holding down a job amongst other things.
Jeannie, keep up the good work Thank-God for real people like you and story's shared I am in love with an alcoholic and I refuse to give up on our life together and him God Bless you👍💕
My dads been clean 20 years. He got clean when I was 14. By the grace of God and AA our relationship has been completely restored. Keep up the good work! You are your sons best dare program. He will thank you some day!
My mother's dad was an alcoholic. I heard so many stories as a child through tears from the woman who brought me into this world. It broke my heart to hear the life she lived as a child. But God gave me so much empathy. My heart broke for him as well. I was fortunate enough to know my grandpa in 9th and 10th grade before he died of diabetes. He had turned himself around and was a beautiful loving man who had a great passion for life. Please be forgiving to those who try hard to be a better person.
Kenny's my 3rd cousin on my grandfathers side of the family he used to come visit alot when I was growing up no matter he been doing we still love you cuz still one of my favorite songs..
and I was the alcoholic's wife, so I saw it too from the other side. he finally died Feb 2021...his choice was to keep drinking. He put me through hell. I am glad I am not his babysitter anymore.
If you haven't already, look in AlAnon, is for those of you whom have lived with an alcoholic. Just as AA helps people like me find a better way of living, AlAnon helps those we hurt. There is no substitute for the fellowship and understanding they give.
This song makes me tear up every time I hear it. My stepdad was a bad alcoholic for many years. When he got his only DUI my mom gave him an ultimatum ... stop drinking or I'm leaving with the kids. With her support he did it and even sponsored many men and women in their quest to quit. He was sober 27 years. We lost him on his birthday this past July. I was never more proud of anyone. I see the comments about people quitting. Be proud of yourselves and never go back. Make the day you quit a special holiday that you and your families can celebrate every year. You are heroes to your families. To those who haven't quit or are just starting your new life. Remember, your families are watching and want to be proud of you too. Be the heroes your families want you to be. You can do it!! It's never too late.
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Sober 15 years & I cry every time I hear this! It certainly rings true....
I’m truly sorry 😢
Every morning I wake up I thank God for another day of sobriety. I've been doing that for 34 years now. I would never have believed anyone if they told me my life could be this incredible...It isn't easy but it's worth every second of effort you put in to your sobriety.
I'm 5 months shy of 21 YEARS sober and this song still gets to me every time I hear it. For those struggling with addiction and those in recovery don't let anyone tell you you can't get clean/sober. YOU CAN. But you have to WANT IT. May God be with all of you.
I lost the love of my life over alcohol
Well done mate there is life after it I've gone 9yrs you've got me this is no competition is it just one massive step it is
I remember being drunk and playing this song over and over crying out and wanting so bad to be sober. I've been sober 2 years now and I'll have to say I did it the hard way but I did it. It can be done by the grace of God.
It is by God's grace you asked for His help, and you reached out to God His hand. He loves you and will not abandon you in your struggles.
Praying for you my Friend. You and God got this!!!
one dat at a time.
que alegría leer esto! felicidades Gracias a Dios que lo lograste! Dios te bendiga.🙏
I use to drink and listen to this song also,, I’ve been sober 6years now ,, this song still makes me cry when I think of all the years I wasted
I sober up after playing this song over and over. I begged God to heal me of my own self destruction...and he did. I've sober for 11 years now. It took alot of praying, a lot of meetings 🙏 ,and a lot of hard work,but now I'm here . Thank you Jesus and thank you Kenny for such a touching song.
No God needed... I healed my family from alcohol abuse Took a while ...But got all 5 off it by moving them away from it all
this my life word for word. Oh ya I went through 4 marriages , a couple of homes. God knows how many cars & Jobs. I went into treatment Aug 10th, 1973. I have been in AA since then. But Alcohol is a sneaky and tough enemy. I have now got 13 years sober.
YES it's a hurtful thing because my husband did that to me and he lied behind my back and it hurts deeply because I believed in him
God has you, keep Faith
Just over 2 years for me
This is a very powerful song, not only for the ones in recovery but the ones that are affected by addiction of loved ones. I'm 32 years old and my whole life has been poisoned by those with addiction. I chose not to follow foot steps but create new ones and this song helps remind of this. Excellent song and to those who have struggled with addiction, I pray for you and support you 120%....
I'm 35 with 22 years it's hard addiction it didn't start with pot and started with pain pills at 13 and I struggled with it my whole life
I too have never personally battled addiction. But have seen 1st hand how it effects a family. Alcohol took my dad from me 21 years ago. I've seen wht it CAN DO that's why I DON'T DO IT.
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16 years sober yesterday. This song Still shakes me at my roots and is a must-listen for anyone who has felt the way that I have
Congratulations! God bless the rest of your years!
God is Great!!! Congrats on your sobriety!!! Hope you're on year 20 My Friend!
pathetic bragging about fixing a bad choice you made
congrats man!!
@@pastorbryan7497 coming up on 21!
Hello everyone 23 months ago I posted that I had 15 months sober I'm now going on 38 months. Been the best years of my life. Hope you all the best.
Congratulations. Im 17 months clean and 5 years with out a drink . Yes best years of my life as well. And best of all I still have my family. Although there was a time i wasn't sure I would. Best wishes
So you want a pat on the back for doing what you should be doing. You are only enabling yourself. Stop bragging and stay sober.
Help me please
Earl Holt congratulations 🎉🎊🎈 good for you! I’m almost 4 months early recovery has been really up and down but I’m a lifer
@@rw1611 hey randell obviously he is proud of it probably the biggest achievement he has made in many years. You can sit there and judge someone take a walk in their shoes. But you sound like a ignorant asshole who is probably a lonely person in life so you figure you will take it out of someone else. Here is a suggestion no one cares about your opinion shut the fuck up
Today would have been my Dad’s 77th Birthday. He got sober 2 years before I was born and I grew up around AA. ❤Dad was definitely “That Old Man” RIP BOB V
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im so glad he was able to go home sober. thank you for your comment
This is the song that gave me strength to quit hard drugs. I lost everything, and I thought I was lost too. That was 18 years ago. This song means the world to me.
I was addict for 10 from a fourwheeler wreck. Lost everything and cleaned up and life has never been better! Glad your doing great!!
So glad yall are both doing great
God bless very proud god is good love u
Why?
I have been on opiates for 20 years I am 52 years old and 1 week clean
The first time I heard this song, I swear it was made about my life! It hits home every time I hear it. I lost a lot during my drinking days but over came the addiction. I’m proud to say I’m in my 26th year of sobriety!!
Lol kid
Gay
@@MattAtwater-q6f thank you I Appreciate that.
@@Dairnwdkxoxxx Thanks!! Yes I’m always happy!! 😂😂
I'm a miracle too
It was Dec 13th 2014, i was a falling down drunk with plans to leave this world, Dec 14th the Lord God called me to Jesus and saved this wretched man...i still drank for a few months after that day of salvation...i was weak, i couldn't stop on my own. I cried out to the Lord God and after 6 days of pleading with God, He took the urge away..i had drank for nearly 40 years of my 50 before the saved me and removed that love of the bottle...its been nearly 9 years since that last drink...since then the Lord has been gracious and restored my marriage to my most greatest cherished gift on this earth...my wife of nearly 35 years.
Praise be to the Lord for giving me eternal life in Christ and cleaning me from the inside.
Glad it worked for you brother.God Bless
I wish I had your strength 😢
Love you brother. Stay humble. Just love your wife.
No matter how long we’ve been divorced and no matter how badly it ended, this song will always steal my breath and make my heart skip a beat for the man that he was and for all he lost.
Me too
Does it still hurt...
Your words are exactly what I've been trying to say about my dad. I'm sorry for your loss.
@Game Changer16 My dad died from alcoholism in 1988. I was 12. I still hurt. Some things time just doesn't heal. It shadows the pain enough for me to keep going.
This song should be played for all fighting drinking.
18 years sober... I listen to this song at least once a week!!
Im never sober and I listen to it all the time!
Say a prayer for the addict who still suffers. It's a family disease from which flows a river of tears. Didn't know what I had until I didn't anymore. I miss my ex and my babies. Still struggle day to day. Still here thank God, despite the grief of the past.
NO ONE EVER KNOWS THE PAIN THAT WE GO THROUGH.....I WANT TO WISH EVERYONE AFFLICTED WITH THIS SHIT THE BEST IN LIFE...I KNOW IT'S HARD... BUT WE ARE STRONG!!!!!! I LOVE EVERYONE WHO HAS TO DEAL WITH THE PAIN....STAY STRONG----YOU CAN DO IT!!!!
You stay strong to young lady.. I been there, that's why I'm here.. (HUGS)
John Parker thank you John....
it hurts when they walk away...
I know sweetie, if you ever want to chat I'm on FB.. Hope your days get brighter..
why do you get mad when you know its there
This song and video helped me stop being a alcoholic without AA Meetings
That's Awesome you were able to stop from a video. Especially how the song is about meetings. Most can't without the continued help of others. But there is not only one way. Again , Awesome you have done it. God Bless -- Art
I agree. @@arthursmith9
I hope you are still holding strong and still surrounded by a strong supportive family (born or found). May Christ continue to bless you..
As for Kenny Chesney, this was his "ONE." That one song people never forgot, sung from the heart with such emotion & sincerity. Bravo, beautiful job! Masterpiece from 1997-wow 😌👍
was drunk most my life, almost killed me. been sober almost 12yrs now. thank u god.
Tad Stinson I drank to forget a war use excuse no understood what been through been clean and sober 25 yrs
Tad Stinson Im impressed
Tad Stinson keep your head up
Was drunk most of my years as well.took everything i loved from me.then it tryed to take me as well.4months sober again
About to hit 32.. I think I know exactly what you mean... thanks for sharing!!
My dad died due to alcohol. I'm an alcoholic. Someone please pray for me 🙏
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I lost my brother, and step dad to alcohol, I have been sober for 19yrs. You can do this Larry, pray to God to lead you to a meeting. Great things will happen, it may take awhile. Stay strong!!!
My mom never got sober but I told her about it.
I have never cried so hard to a song! this song tears me up every time.
cindy pruitt me too
Omg I just happened to come across this song don’t listen to much country my man sent me country love songs found this thought of him love him so much when he’s drinking he hurts me he hurts himself this song made me cry had a horrible experience n AA there’s got to b another way only God
This song breaks my heart, I’ve been sober 5 and half years but the guilt I carry for what I put my family through having nearly died in a coma and given a 20% chance of survival.
My liver damage will not recover so a little part of it is doing all the work. I give thanks 🙏 for every day and for the love of my family and friends.
I send love to all on this journey, it’s worth it 💪🥰🌈🦋
With only 25% left the liver can fully recover. Eat right. Walk. Sleep. Be patient. Most of all PRAY. ✝️🙏👍🌷🙂
Your family is just happy to have you back, forgive yourself.
Thank you 🙏
I give thanks every day, now been six and half years and I’m still so grateful for the forgiveness of my sons.
Also I’m going to be a grandma 🌎❤️
@Reba McEntire is this the country singer Reba
I am proud to say that today marks 91 days without alcohol for me. I spent over half my trying to fit in, get out of my comfort zone, numb the pain. I made a conscious choice to give that part of my life away. We had a love/hate relationship, and now, have decided to go our separate ways. This song changed my life, not all at once, but it always spoke to me when I needed it most. The future is what you make it. So I am going to keep searching for "T Good Stuff". Thank you Kenny Chesney for this truly powerful song.
You got this man. I know you'll beat this. Your words have given me hope as well. I know you will find peace and happiness! Much love.
Fantastic, Jake -
I will be praying for you to keep going, too!
I hope this is still true.. and that you are continuing to find the truly good stuff in life.. May Christ continue to bless you.
I'd give anything to get clean but I always fail please pray for me
you always fail because you are scared to change...change everything my friend... don't concentrate on not drinking, focus on becoming a better person and it will fall into place...(402) 378-8132 if you need help my friend
I will pray for you tonight. I hope it gets better. Just know that you're not alone.
You can do it. You are stronger than you realize. My mom was dry for the last 27 years of her life -- after being an alcoholic since she was a very young woman and after almost losing my dad twice. I know it's not easy. We all have our own demons we battle. Remember you are not alone -- and that you're stronger than you realize. I pray that God helps you feel the strength that is within you.
Ltg Reacts KEEP TRYING. NEVER GIVE UP ON YOURSELF!
Alpha Perc Looks like u posted this 3 yrs ago....was wondering f u took that first step? If not lets talk....Ive been there, done that! Being scared is just human nature!!! Lets talk or text, wat ever is comfortable for u...know ur WORTH IT!! Lets make that change!!(903-288-3240-cell)lets walk this walk....its sooo sooo worth it!!!! #23YearsCleanAndSober✅✝ #Sobriety🙌✅ Recovery✅ #AddictionDoesntDiscriminate🙈🙊🙉 #DontTurnABlindEyeToThoseWhoAreStruggling👀😖 #YourWorthIt💯%✝ ✅
I grew up with an alcoholic father. This is one of the most touching songs I've ever heard. My father quit drinking after my parents divorced.
One of my all time favorites from Kenny Chesney. The words are amazing, thanks writers!!
A alcoholic mom here I got sober she never did
This is the first song of Kenny's that a very good friend of mine introduced me to. It was shortly after I was in recovery. It has helped me immensely and still brings tears of truth to my eyes every time I hear it. Than you Kenny Chesney for the inspiration.
This was the song way back just before the turn of the century that I knew Kenny was the artist I could latch onto and all these years later that has remained. He’s been my favorite artist since this song came out.
This song was played for me when I went into my last rehab and still helps me to this day. Now I'm a substance abuse counselor, over 15 years sober, and get to play it for our clients who are still struggling with their addictions. Still makes an impact to this day.
I'm struggling bad
I crawled into "The Rooms" at 35, Just turned 60 two months ago & still sober 25 years later, one day at a time. Great song. Never heard it before. Love AA, Saved my life...
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Been though the hell I created the best of the worst part of life and sobriety is the realization that this song has a message
I was in law enforcement for 32 years and saw the devastation that results from addiction on a daily basis. The first time I heard this song it actually brought me to tears. The message in this song is so powerful and true. Every time I hear this song I think about the families and relationships that have been torn apart and destroyed by addiction. Addiction is truly a tool of the devil. Thank you for recording this song Kenny, I hope and pray that it has made a difference in someone’s life.
This is one song that always brings me to tears. Living with a person heavily addicted is challenging, but this song always brings me hope.
My fiancé heard this song last month in the truck and it made her cry. She’s five years sober. #SOBERLIFE #YOURLIFEMATTERS #DONTGIVEUP
Tell her congratulations:) proud of her she can do it:)
I live with an alcoholic, and I love him dearly but seriously sometimes the things he says cuts deeper than any knife could ever. This song brings me hope that someday it'll all hopefully change.
My husband is and I feel lost not knowing how to help him. He gets so mean and it kills me with some of the stuff he says to me when he's drinking
+rebecca estes I use to do the same stuff to my lady, and I hope your men do get help because I am such a different man today....I owe my everything to AA....I now treat my woman ghe way she deserves...I'm so glad she stuck it out until I figured it out.
your husbands probably know they need help, but it's a tough thing to beat....I had liver damage and almost died....I still couldn't stop....I'll be celebrating 3 years
I feel you man
I've got an alcoholic father
Kimberly Brooks ❤️🙏🏽❤️
My daddy is 62 and has alcoholism dementia and he chose alcohol over his wife and kids this song makes me cry
I'm sorry... But I can promise you he didn't make that choice... Once alcohol or drugs take hold, they make your choices for you. They change how you think, and everything about you. It turns you into someone you never intended to be, and only a handful of people make it out alive. I'm not making excuses for him, I'm just giving you another perspective... If it wasn't for the love of Jesus Christ and my beautiful wife, I would still be in that dark place... I hope you can find some peace
I love this song because my two husbands did this to me and ruined family
Lies
I'm still trying to get clean pray 4 me
That is probably the hardest thing you will ever do. I actually know first hand. Its worth it tho.If I can do it anyone can.
Jim Gorman I have 4 years clean and sober. You can do it.
Praying for you brother I have a year clean God's amazing I believe in you ...
Praying for you. Lost my dad this time last year and this was one of his favorite songs....
God Bless You
Powerful lyrics and a beautiful song that teaches people
This song amazes me every time I hear it,my father is a recovered alcoholic,been sober for 14 year,by the Grace of God.My dadwent into an alcoholic coma on a river bank one day while he was fishing and was rushed into the hospital,the family all went into the room and I can remember the doc asking my dad how much he drank,well he told him two or three beers a day,I took the doc out of the room and explained to him that my dad would drink atleast a case of beer a day,and I wanted him to help my daddy..Doc came back into the room with daddy and said if he wanted to be here to watch his kids and grandkids grow,he needed to stop drinking and he gave my daddy 3 months to live .,I was so scared but God gave me the strength to talk to that doc.My dad to this day claims I helped save his life.He spends his life everyday trying to make up to me and my siblings and mom for all the pain he caused,all the beatings,the emotional abuse,and I am here to say I NEVER gave up on that man,and he is alive and well to this day and hasn't drank anything,also has been attending church every sunday,a very active member and praises God for giving him a second chance in life,IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE,DON'T LOSE EVERYTVING YOU HAVE,DROP TO YOUR KNEES AND HAVE JESUS HELP U EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!!!!!I PRAY FOR ALL THQT SUFFER WITH THIS!!!!!I dedicated this song to my daddy when I was a teenager,and he listened and it tore him up,to this day he loves this song so much
Very WELL said!!!✨ IT'S NVR TO LATE!!!✨ NVR!! #23yrsSoberAndClean #Addiction #Recovery #AddictionOfDeseaseIsReal #Sobriety
This was my very first song in sobriety. Ten years later, it still speaks to me!
I've been sober for a year and this song was always in the back of my head when I was drinking. Every time this song came on the radio I would cry and ask myself why I couldn't stop drinking. This is an awesome song! The first step is always the hardest. It took me 2 tries to get as far as I am today. I thank God for the strength I have.
Hello 👋
Bless you
I'm loving that the comments are about so many of you that have gotten sober. My dad was an alcoholic, from age 15. So was his father. I lost him at age 43 when I was 19 because he couldn't ever stay sober. He got chronic pancreatitis, then diabetes, then died from a heart attack. I was devastated. I always held out hope that he'd quit. I remember trying to talk him out of drinking when I was as young as six years old. Back before I knew anything about addiction. I have spent many years believing almost no one ever truly gets sober and stays sober from anything. It's great to see that it is actually possible.
I Garth Brooks the dance
I got tears reading your post. Thinking about little kids who love their parents so much. My nephew who was like a son drank and drugged until he died at 34. His children have only a few good memories of him and lots of scary memories. Their mother has met a really good man who loves them... (I'm tearing up again.)
I played this multiple times a day during my first 2 months of sobriety. I'm going on 5 years now. I still listen to it once in a while. It really puts stuff in perspective.
my husband has been sober going on 7 years. this song hits us both right in the heart. to anyone commenting that is recently sober i just want to say congratulations and good luck. its one day at a time but you can do it.
I'm going through the same thing right now with my husband...
Kenny thank you for this song. The battle we fight is real. The only hope we have are these meetings. Our lives are transformed and changed. We never forget we're we came from. Love you. L&R Lee
The only hope we have is Jesus
Im an alchoholic. Sober 3 and a half weeks. This is soooo inspiring. I needed to hear this today.
Hope you are still doing well
Having listened to MANY Kenny Chesney over the years, heard this one for the first time today. By the grace of God my life has never taken me down the road of substance abuse problems. The song really gives a first-hand account of what it can do and is really an eye opener! Let's give thanks to ALL of those that have stood by family members, friends, acquaintances, co-workers, or just the person that asked for help and NEVER gave up on supporting those that need it.
Been there! 37 yrs dry. Thanks to my daughter and God.
Keep coming back one day at a time‼️😁🥰❤️
I just had my sober birthday and after 32 years of sobriety this song is still so powerful, I've lived it !!!
This song has so much meaning I cry every time I hear it. My son is out there in the depths of his drinking and wants to be sober
But just isn’t able to remain sober for long. I pray GOD helps him
New year’s ave will be two years no drinking
The first time I heard this song I was wasted on pain killers and even though I was completely trashed the lyrics grabbed ahold and stayed with me for years. Fast forward to July 2016 I got sober and this song has helped me through my recovery. Thank you for bringing this powerful song into my life. I am 8 years sober and this is the first song I listen to every morning. ❤
If your listening to this it's for a reason. Just know it can be done and I promise you life is so much greater and peaceful. 3 years and still going thanks to loving wife,family and friends. Some days are hard it's definitely not easy but don't give up. Your worth it
Thank you God for all your blessings and bless all those listening to this song
and reading this let them have peace and freedom. Amen
You might just have saved my life…thank you
I can honestly say you'll be happier it's not easy hell no it's not easy but it is so worth it you can do it look to God he's got your back
Thank you brother
One of the best songs of all time. So deep and meaningful.
tonight i celebrate 3 years by the grace of god the 12 steps and amazing support
me too, in a few days...Congratulations
Did you celebrate 5 years?
Iam currently in the process of getting clean....this song helps
God loves you and has a purpose for you.
Good song
Elizabeth Garcia i hope all is well. I hope you beat the devil. I just started myself
Good job
I am just trying to the next right yhing Amen
I HAVE RESPECT for you KENNY 😢
Such a beautiful song for those struggling
Powerful!!!! Doesn't only have to be Alcohol
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Sure doesn't! Dope, weed, pills or anything else can and will walk your ass into the rooms of recovery. Best door ive ever walked thru.
It's hard...I've been dealing with it for a few years now...
Insert any addiction.. food, porn, money, gambling, gossip.
dinamariepope Youre right. So right!
This was me but Jesus Christ took everything I destroyed my life,family & marriage & restored it 10 fold when I truly humbled my self seeked him with my whole heart & lived for him I pray for all who deal with this..give it to God...prayer for you all in Jesus name!!!
I admire you folks with multiple years clean and sober. 10-16-16, is my clean date from meth!
congrats I'm proud of u
hey bro congrats my is 11-11-15 from meth
Austin Griggs no need to be too cocky... relapse is only one bad day or moment away
1-4-17, in treatment for meth use.
Jesse Nelson keep it up
Very powerful song . I haven't had a drink since 2007. Love kenny 💖💖thanks for songs like this.
Ruth Rawls I’m sorry & I’ve drank since 12/6/18 & I quit for personal reasons. Plus I never cared to drink & cant stand the taste as a vegan (26)
Daddy, momma wants everything free here ❤
Good morning! I woke up early this morning and as I was sitting here quietly listening to music and drinking my coffee I heard this song. I REALLY listened to every word and, of course, completely broke down. So, I'm going to share part of my story. Many of you know that I struggled with alcoholism for a while and lost everything, literally, but my life. I have hurt the ones that I loved the most in this world, especially my kids. Most have forgiven me, I'm sure never forgetting though, the pain I caused in the past. And, a few people, ones you think would always be there for you from the beginning to the end have walked away. I've cried and prayed so many days about the loss that not only I have experienced, but people I love and care about have experienced. Alcoholism (or ANY addiction) effects everyone involved. People ask me, "Why do you tell people about your addiction to alcohol?", "Aren't you ashamed?" Well, I used to be. After I got out of my own way, put down my pride and quit being so selfish, I decided I didn't want to live like that any more. I couldn't do it by myself. I gave it to God!! Yes, I went to rehab...several of them. But, they couldn't want it for me, my family couldn't want it for me, I had to want sobriety and recovery for myself. After rehab, I moved into a recovery house, Oxford House. I also started attending meetings/groups for alcoholism. It changed my life. I have often wondered why God saved me. Why not just let me die? Well, He saw fit to keep me here for a reason. If i hadn't gone through this trial I never would have met Bennie. Keeping me on this earth wasn't for the flashy career as a nurse. No, I lost that in the battle. I am still not sure of what the Lord has planned for me. It's ok though. I'm just so thankful He did save me. I could go on and on for a long time with the details of my story. I guess my point is this. I will always be an alcoholic. Now I am an alcoholic in recovery. I have been sober for almost 9 months. Has it always been easy? NO! But I do know, that the answer to any problem isn't at the bottom of a bottle. The answer is at Jesus' feet. Addiction does not discriminate. Trust me! Please don't judge people. You never know what people are going through. You also never know when it could be you living a life of hell in addiction. Be kind and love one another. Listen to the words of the song. It definitely was like hearing my story.
Angela Walston
have you heard Randy Travis:
You didn't have a good time?
Seven years ago tonight, I was sitting at this same spot sweating bullets because I was preparing to go to my first AA meeting and I was literally petrified. I thought God himself was going to be there and punish me personally. But then I opened an email from my baby girl Amanda, she was one of the few that I had entrusted with my plan to meet God that night. She proceeded to tell me how proud she was of me and how happy that she was that I was looking to reach out for a little help. She attached a youtube video of Kenny Chesney, singing the song "That's why I'm here". After the tears stopped rolling down my face, I got in the car to go meet God, he didn't show up that night and I was grateful, but being that the meetings in those rooms are judgement free zones, I guess I had overthought the experience. Well, I walked away with a little aluminum chip that said "24 Hours" on it, tonight the chip was Brass and said 7 in Roman numerals. I don't think my daughter knows what an impact that gesture has on me and I'm pretty sure I never really thanked her properly for caring. Thank you for helping me get a start to this 7th year Honey and I love you so much for doing it. Hell I loved you anyways.
Timothy Wheeler I've been drinking extremely heavy for 4 years. last week I said enough is enough. well tonight I convinced myself a few won't hurt. well unfortunately I'm on beer 15 n not even tipsy. I guess I'm one of the many that one is one to many, n one more is never enough. best of luck to you sir!
Angela Woolard I can relate 3/10/12 is a special day for me. First day a higher power lead me away from my best friend alcohol. Can't believe 5 years is coming up fast it feels like last year was going to be my first year. One day at a time.
Angela you told my story for me, as this song also does. I have lost everything and almost everyone dear to me. Just finished doing a 20 month bid due to my getting drunk and behaving insanely. My daughter is fed up with me and my second wife says she is done with me. She told me she is going to divorce me. The line in this song about the devil taking your hand and convincing you that another drink will take care of the problem is so true. He lied to me so many times and I believed him so its my own fault. My wife Anne and my family asked me so many times to quit but my self will wouldn't listen. It wasn't until I lost it all that I finally listened to what God had been trying to tell me for 20 years. Today I am saved by grace and no longer have the desire to drink alcohol and live a rebellious life. God saved me from myself and drinking myself to death. I am going to yet another meeting in the morning and I will continue to do so as long as I need to hear my story told by others in the room. I also go to church each week now and have a close, loving relationship with my heavenly Father. Thank God for forgiveness, grace, and the love and understanding of those who have been where I once was. May God bless and save all of us.
I stayed wasted from 1983 umtill 2004,Ive hurt a lot of people that I love with all of my heart and never got the chance to tell most of them how sorry I still am.Ive been sober now for almost 10 years and It's getting easier to live with but my God how I wish I would have just never drank atall.Some pain never goes away.I love you all.
I just came home from an AA meeting. You've been sober for 10 years brother and congrats for that. But don't let the past turn you back, it will if you dwell on it. I'm sure the important people in your life are really proud of you. Hang in there my friend!!
Ernest King Thank you for the word's of support,Im actually 11 years sober now but thing's have been pulling on me to try to put me back In hell,I believe this simple little support note just might have saved me from myself again.,I thank you more than you will ever know.Thanks a million.
You're kindly welcome my friend. I have 12 years sobriety and drank excessively from 1983 to 2002 so we certainly have something in common. I'm 51 now and although I've had some tough times, I'm doing ok..Sept 21st 2010, 4 years from today, I lost my home and all our belongings to hurricane Igor..You can google "ernest king hurricane igor' for the story.. I'm very fortunate to have a wife of 28 years who stood by my side through the good and the bad..Anyway, I'm really happy if I helped you in any way at all..By the way, I'm from Newfoundland, Canada.. All the very best of everything and hang in there buddie!!
MTD45 At least hopefully you can say ur sorry some can't say that can't even think they have done any hurt to anyone and when ur young kids and you're yelled at and get called worthless enough times you half believe it !! And what still hurts me more I love that person and will do anything 4 that person she's my mother !! But now she's gone hopefully for a year I will get the strength while talking to God to start telling her No if this time doesn't change her cause she didn't stop her ways and she went back to the "BIG House" and she was also a drunk I don't know how we didn't lose her as young kids she drove drunk hell we were even in the car with her at times God was just on our Side !! Some mother huh ??!!
But Congratulations to you guys I saw 1st hand my whole childhood growing up what drinking did and you have to want to STOP drinking and us kids wasn't even enough 4 either of our parents !! Guess we were kinda lucky though you hear or see some stories that drunk parents beat or shoot there kids cause they were drunk we we're lucky on that end just wasn't loved !!
This song hits hard, even though I've never had an addiction. It just speaks to the depth of any human wanting to make themselves a better person and overcome those deep flaws (be it addiction or anger issues or abuse trauma or whatnot). If you losing control of that flaw can drive others away, then this song speaks to the part of you wanting to overcome it.
I have been sober 37 years Dec 8th 1980 I am still fortunate enough to remember my last drunk. Never want or have to back to that way of life.Thanks.
This song helped me keep my sobriety because it made me think of my dad and all the things I should have told him.
im in treatment right now im working the steps got me a sponsor my life is beyond unmanageable and it wasn't till I surrendered to god that i am now getting better aa is saving my life I have been an alcoholic addict for 18 years ill be 30 I blamed every thing everyone but the problem was me and the solution is me and I know that today and I list everything that mattered most and slowly im getting it back im 73 days clean and I feel better now then ever thank u god for my second chance and god grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change the courage to change the things I can the wisdom to know the difference amen
Great job u noticed that u had a problem. But u got right back into the program and did it again, it's ok to relapse, it's jus' being human...but u ALREADY knew where to turn to, when others will give up. The program works if u work it!!!✨🙌 #23yrsSober #CleanAndSober #Sobriety #Addiction #AddictionOfDeseaseIsReal
Hope ur Still doin' good!!!✨
Yes total surrender
So proud of u this was mine and my ex song i am so proud of him
KEEP IT BRO IT JUST KEEPS GETTING BETTER AND BETTER..IM OVER 3 YEARS CLEAN NOW I COULDN'T BARELY GET IN 3 BOURS BEFORE.. PRAY PRAY PRAY!!!!
wow this song hits home for me i went through this and been in rehab aa meetings the whole 9 yards was a very dark time for me but im doing good now
this song really means alot to me in my sobriety as well, the first time i heard this song i bawled!! this song truely touched my heart and really made me glad i found the program i did! it changed my life!
🙏💯💯💯Very true story about Alchol and beautiful song 🎵 by Kenny Chesney thank you 🙏 ♥️🥰
I've been crying my eyes out lately to this song reminds of to people who I thought the world of that left southern first Baptist church in franklinton Louisiana 😢
I also feel that this is the most perfect song for anyone who is in any kind of recovery weather it's from drugs alcoholics domestic violence or anything
Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan,thank you for your wonderful comments on my post,it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music
Each time I hear this song, I cry. It's a beautiful, heartfelt song. Every word of the song is so true. God bless you Kenny for this song especially!
Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan,thank you for your wonderful comments on my post,it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music
I was that guy in the mirror. I stood in a homeless shelter and looked at myself at the age of 53 . I had lost everything I loved because of my addiction. I've been clean and sober for 15 months now and my life is getting better every day. I've got back most of what I gave away. When they read the promises I get all choked up. They are true. I owe it all to the healing place and my God.
Earl Holt are you talking about the healing place in Raleigh nc?
+Earl Holt me to Earl.. I was 50 standing in front of a judge. This time I had passed out and hit a car at a redlight and I didn't even remember.. The man I hit said if I would get help he would let it slide.I had lost it all brother, wife,kids, good job. In rehab they wanted me to go to a recovery house in Nashville, so I went.. thank God I went.
Thanks! Yes working on 21!!
Earl Holt, you are what gives me strength to stay sober for another day. Keep up the good fight &I hope we're both here for many many days
💪💪 your an inspiration
Love this song, really hits home.... sober 25 years .Thank you God and AA
Goosebumps, every time, every single time 👏👏👏👏
When Keith Whitley died, that was my wake-up call. It took me almost a year. But with God's mercy and strength, I've been sober since 4/19/90. I thank God for every day He has given me. I know it's because of Him. "Yeah, I've been there. That's why I'm here."
Keith Whitley was the best. I'm proud of you
@@maevemallory2122 Thank you. I know it sounds cliché but it's truly by the grace of God.
This song hit home for me, If I could tell you how many times I have heard "just one more beer" ..., as a soon to be x-wife of an alcoholic, I was hiding the truth from everyone even myself, but when my now 7 yr old daughter who loves music, out of the blue comes running up to me holding her tablet & says.. "mommy this is my favorite song" as I watched `with her, it took everything in me not to cry. That was just over a year ago now. It's too late for him and I, but it is not to late for her... I hope one day my daughters father will help himself, because she needs a sober daddy. I know Kenny did not drink, but I thank him for this song.
Never heard it
I love the idea of a song that takes on a topic so important such as alcoholism and drugs I just celebrated four months of sobriety today at my meetings
I am so proud of you.. keep going..
Devil only runs our lives as long as we let him
this song should be played at all AA meetings
I don't know. But I listened to it at one. An AA meeting I mean. This was my theme song
Four years, I nearly went off the cliff. People ask. How do you know there is a God. Simple. I am still alive because without God I would have surely gone off that cliff and be dead now!!
we do just not out loud.
His best song. By. Far.
That's why im here
I've been sober 20 years. I listen to this song about once a week. It helps me remember why I don't want to go back to my "other life."
How did you stop? I’m in need of help.
@@justinreichenberger6915 , Jesus is the way.
20 years I've watched as he get worse I've left twice now. He can't walk up stairs with out falling now he on powerful meds and drinks with them broke a rib and punkerd a lung I called to get help and got nothing
Kenny,s my 2nd cousin on my grandfather's side of the family I remember wen he used to come to my grandma's house when I was growing up..much love
Anybody who has suffered through it can totally relate to this song. Those who haven't shouldn't judge.
I've been sober for over 11 years now. I'd list my son, jobs, friends and family over drinking and drugs as well. I'm glad to say that I'm sober and I have my son back in my life, holding down a job amongst other things.
Jeannie Maylone great job. be proud and I am very happy for you. Nothing beats the happiness you find in family.
Jeannie, keep up the good work
Thank-God for real people like you and story's shared
I am in love with an alcoholic and I refuse to give up on our life together and him God Bless you👍💕
Jeannie Maylone just know it constant struggle even when your sober from vet clean sober for 25 yrs
My dads been clean 20 years. He got clean when I was 14. By the grace of God and AA our relationship has been completely restored. Keep up the good work! You are your sons best dare program. He will thank you some day!
AMEN!!!✨ #23yrsSoberAndClean💟🙌✅ #Addiction #AddictionIsReal #Recovery🙌✅ #Sobriety✅🙌 #NoMoreLiquoir🚫 #NoMoreAlcohol🚫 #NoMoreMeth🚫
Amazing song. Starting to hit home
This is my daughters and her dads song. He has been there and still there. Recovery has helped their relationship grow and i thank god everyday.
This song hit me hard when I was drinking and it made me put the alcohol down and never pick it up again thank you
My mother's dad was an alcoholic. I heard so many stories as a child through tears from the woman who brought me into this world. It broke my heart to hear the life she lived as a child. But God gave me so much empathy. My heart broke for him as well. I was fortunate enough to know my grandpa in 9th and 10th grade before he died of diabetes. He had turned himself around and was a beautiful loving man who had a great passion for life. Please be forgiving to those who try hard to be a better person.
Aw I miss young kenny chesney songs back when they were so good and meaningful:(
Kenny's my 3rd cousin on my grandfathers side of the family he used to come visit alot when I was growing up no matter he been doing we still love you cuz still one of my favorite songs..
I grew up with an alcoholic father. I lived this song on the other side. It tears me to pieces. Thank you Kenny. Bless you!
and I was the alcoholic's wife, so I saw it too from the other side. he finally died Feb 2021...his choice was to keep drinking. He put me through hell. I am glad I am not his babysitter anymore.
@@dianebaum91 Big hugs.
If you haven't already, look in AlAnon, is for those of you whom have lived with an alcoholic. Just as AA helps people like me find a better way of living, AlAnon helps those we hurt. There is no substitute for the fellowship and understanding they give.
Same with me. Lived this on the other side. Believe me. I get it.
That is a very touching song that kenny is singing.
So passionate
I love your song and you sing it so wonderful 💕
This song makes me tear up every time I hear it. My stepdad was a bad alcoholic for many years. When he got his only DUI my mom gave him an ultimatum ... stop drinking or I'm leaving with the kids. With her support he did it and even sponsored many men and women in their quest to quit. He was sober 27 years. We lost him on his birthday this past July. I was never more proud of anyone.
I see the comments about people quitting. Be proud of yourselves and never go back. Make the day you quit a special holiday that you and your families can celebrate every year. You are heroes to your families.
To those who haven't quit or are just starting your new life. Remember, your families are watching and want to be proud of you too. Be the heroes your families want you to be. You can do it!! It's never too late.
a 1 ty & I’m sorry about your dad I’ve been sober since 12/7/18 I’m only 27 I. Did it for personal reasons