Mötley Crüe bassist Nikki Sixx took to social media this week to share a deeply personal message marking 24 years of sobriety—a journey that, according to him, has reshaped every corner of his life.
“Sobriety isn’t just about eliminating substances; it’s about the ability to be honest with yourself and those around you,” Sixx wrote, reflecting on the emotional and spiritual transformation he’s experienced since choosing to confront his past head-on.
The Power of Honesty and the Weight of the Past
Throughout his candid post, Sixx acknowledged both the joy and hardship of long-term recovery. He spoke of the importance of selflessness, especially in serving others who are still struggling with addiction.
“Some people, sadly, can’t be honest with themselves—and more often than not, they fail and end up hurting those around them,” he noted. “Honesty can be frightening, but it’s also liberating.”
One moment, in particular, stood out. Recalling the words of a sponsor after the passing of a fellow addict, Sixx shared a line that stuck with him:
“Some people have to die to teach the rest of us how to live.”
“That broke my heart,” he wrote, “and reminded me just how important this journey really is.”
Finding Strength in Philosophy
Sixx also revealed that a friend recently gifted him a copy of Marcus Aurelius’s Meditations—a book that left a deep impression.
“One quote that struck me deeply was: ‘Practice what seems impossible.’
I like that. I accept that challenge.”
For Sixx, sobriety has evolved far beyond recovery—it’s become a way of life grounded in resilience, service, and constant growth.
