Nikki Sixx, bassist for Mötley Crüe, marks 24 years of being sober
In a heartfelt post shared on his social media accounts, iconic rock star and Mötley Crüe co-founder Nikki Sixx celebrated his 24th year of sobriety. This significant milestone comes with a renewed commitment to helping others who are battling substance abuse issues.
Sixx, who has been open about his struggles with addiction, has learned valuable ways to stay sober and help others. His journey, marked by a near-fatal heroin overdose in 1987, has been a testament to resilience and the power of honesty.
To aid those seeking help, Sixx has teamed up with the online treatment locator service, which provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. This service can be accessed to find help near you, or you can send your zip code via text message: 435748 (HELP4U). For immediate help, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available, and SAMHSA's National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), offers a confidential, free, 24-hour service for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
Sixx's advocacy extends beyond personal anecdotes. He recently teamed up with country music star Dolly Parton for a new take on Mötley Crüe's classic hit from 1985, "Home Sweet Home." A portion of the proceeds from the remake will benefit Covenant House, a nonprofit organization that helps homeless children and teenagers.
As Sixx emphasizes, honesty can be both frightening and liberating. He urges anyone who wants to make positive changes to give honesty a try, as it could be a lifesaver. This message of hope and resilience reflects Sixx's personal journey and his commitment to helping others.
In other news, "From the Beginning," a definitive collection of Mötley Crüe songs, is set to drop on September 12. The band will also kick off a new Las Vegas residency at the Dolby Live theater on September 12, with dates confirmed through October 3.
Nikki Sixx's 24 years of sobriety represent a remarkable journey of personal growth and resilience. His emphasis on confronting the past and embracing honesty aligns with the principles of recovery programs. Through his advocacy, Sixx continues to inspire others, demonstrating that recovery is achievable and that it can transform lives profoundly.
- Nikki Sixx, in his advocacy, uses his personal experiences of mental-health struggles and substance abuse to promote health-and-wellness, highlighting the power of honesty in science-based recovery programs.
- In addition to his music career, Sixx collaborates with celebrities like Dolly Parton, taking part in projects like the remake of "Home Sweet Home," where a portion of the proceeds benefits Covenant House, a health-and-wellness organization dedicated to helping homeless children and teenagers.
- Rather than letting his near-fatal overdose define his life, Sixx has transformed his experience into a platform for entertainment and mental-health awareness, using pop-culture to spread messages of resilience and hope regarding health-and-wellness issues.
