Elton John, 73, celebrated 30 years of sobriety and remarked on how far he’s come.
“Reflecting on the most magical day having celebrated my 30th Sobriety Birthday,” John wrote in an Instagram post on Wednesday. “So many lovely cards, flowers and chips from my sons, David, friends in the Program, staff at the office and in our homes.”
“I’m truly a blessed man. If I hadn’t finally taken the big step of asking for help 30 years ago, I’d be dead,” John continued. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the people who have inspired and supported me along the way.”
Elton John included photos of cards he received; commending him for the achievement, a 30-years cake and his AA sobriety medallion.
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The singer also included a hopeful message for those who are battling substance abuse issues.
“Today, my best advice to people who are facing those difficult early days of sobriety is to get humble,” John said. “Make recovery your absolute priority over everything else.”
“Don’t go back to work too soon. Take the time you need to learn and heal. I don’t think I would still be sober today if I hadn’t taken that whole year off and thrown myself into my program of recovery,” Elton John concluded.