"Bachelorette" star Zac Clark reflects on overcoming drug addiction in letter to his younger self

In our award-winning Note to Self series, former "Bachelorette" contestant Zac Clark writes a letter to his younger self, reflecting on his nearly fatal battle with drug addiction and his inspiring road to recovery that's helped save the lives of countless others.
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[@sarahkelly3234]

Inspiring. I never ever did any drugs but it touched my heart❤️how Zac has dedicated his life to help others. One in a Million.

[@doreenauchmoody4155]

Powerful, Inspiring, Encouraging….. Proud Of You! Stay Who You Are!!

[@star579_Chandra]

I think this guy is very well spoken and open. Where others use the show as a platform for only themselves, it’s nice to see someone take a different direction, by looking for ways to give back. The moment with the bank teller was an absolute crossroad. ❤

[@michellegamiz9549]

Wow that was amazing

[@Shaala206]

Congratulations Zac! Very happy to see you continue to thrive.

[@tjmichael8773]

running is very therapeutic and time consuming. I avoided lots of issues by taking up running in my 20s.

[@ThatsJustMyBabyDaddy]

Who?

[@sexymama1966]

Big Tony! miss watching the show. I'll watch this because I've always like "note to self". I'm still not watching because of Nate and the hair, respectfully.

[@JakeSpicer]

Ironic...yet he attached himself to a woman who loves alcohol, and has her own wine line. In my opinion she is a problem drinker, if not an alcoholic. It's very hypocritical of you!

[@emman3m99]

I believe in leading by example and in being an Individual. It’s not his responsibility to label or diagnose those close to him. But he can and does show people around him a different path. And it’s her decision and individuality that will lead her to the best path for her. Who knows, maybe she will expand her line to nonalcoholic products too. We shouldn’t attach people and pass judgment on them because of their partners, especially a brand new one that he may not even be with.

[@mattbosley3531]

Obviously the word "star" has now become completely meaningless. A person who was on a reality show in a minor role is not a star.

[@yume816]

Don’t be petty. Focus on the bigger picture. Zak has probably helped and inspired more people than most in this world including movie celebrities.

[@ivanafox1279]

He looks old