Anthony Hopkins' Message On Celebrating 45 Years Of Sobriety Is Beyond Touching
"Just keep fighting."
Anthony Hopkins is a legend. The 82-year-old actor's career is storied and filled with iconic, award-winning roles.

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As of Dec. 29, Anthony has also celebrated 45 years of sobriety ā and to mark the occasion, he shared a message from the heart for anyone who's felt the effects of a tough year.
With gratitude, I celebrate 45 years of sobriety.
"It's been a tough year full of grief and sadness for very many people," he began. "But 45 years ago today, I had a wake-up call. I was headed for disaster, drinking myself to death."
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He continued, "I got a message ā a little thought ā that said, 'Do you want to live, or die?' I said, 'I want to live.' Suddenly the relief came, and my life has been amazing."

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Anthony added, "I have my off days and my little bits of doubt and all that, but all in all, I say hang in there. Today is the tomorrow you were so worried about yesterday."
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He also had this advice: "You young people, just keep in there. Don't give up, just keep fighting, be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid. That's sustained me through my life."

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He concluded with, "That's all I got to say. Happy New Year. This is gonna be the best year."
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Wise and inspiring words that serve as a reminder to always look ahead to the future even when the present is more painful than usual.
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