Matter of time Quote by Alcoholics Anonymous
““Ninety days sober cleared my thinking enough to make me realize I’d hit bottom. If I were to go back to drinking, it would be just a matter of time before one of two things happened: I’d succeed at suicide, or I’d start the life of the living dead.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Alcoholics Anonymous (The Big Book), 1939
Sobriety revealed the depth of his despair, showing that returning to alcohol would lead to either suicide or a hollow existence.
In simple terms: Sobriety exposed his lowest point and the danger of relapse.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how sobriety can reveal truth.
Themes
addiction
despair
awakening
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
testimonial
cautionary
When to use this quote
- Recovery meetings
- personal counseling
- emergency intervention
Key Concepts
Self‑reflection
existential crisis
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “bottom” mean to you?
- How can you sustain the clarity gained?
A Different Perspective
Relapse may be triggered by unresolved trauma.
