I got so tired of hangovers and feeling drained the day after. Many times, I would desire to quit, but felt that I could not function without it. I tried many times to quit but was unsuccessful.
First, I had a desire to quit. So, I prayed. Then I made up my mind and I separated myself from friends and family. I moved out of state with nothing but faith and a few dollars in my pocket. I was determined. I knew that I would be successful, but I knew that I had to separate myself first. I knew that I had to put myself in another environment and around people that didn’t drink. I knew that if I didn’t, I would never stop.
Being in the Nation of Islam is the best thing that has ever happened to me. It has given me purpose and a new sense of being. By being a part of something that’s bigger than myself, helps me to stay focused, inspired and motivated. There is no greater joy than going back into our community and back to my family as a better version of myself.
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