Don't Drink.

[@taylornpickle]

so glad a moment of desperation led me to searching "dont drink" in youtube and finding this gem. thank you anne. anyone reading this 16yrs after it was posted like i am, you can do this.

[@DecemberSammy]

I've been sober for 6 years. I got depressed because of my drinking, and depression killed my creativity. Because I'm sober I can make art again.

[@bubbanderson]

+Rio Jupiter That's great ! I'm a year sober and mindful of the fact that booze takes away from us the urge to do the things we love. In my case music. I spent 20 years boozing when I should have been writing songs and playing guitar. Always blamed my failings on the guitars so bought more of them and ended up using their cases to hide empty bottles in. In sobriety I've built a recording studio, have a couple of musical projects on the go and am teaching. It's all good !

[@ilovechrist9780]

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. - John 3:16 KJV I think ❤️💕 before I was a Christian I used to drink really much and mix with drugs and fight and get in trouble with the police and party a lot and sleep with many women and back then I probably thought I had a lot of fun but it ain’t worth going to hell for it maybe is worth going to jail for short periods if there would have been no God but there is a God and it is not worth going to hell for ❤️💕💖 God bless you and repent toward God and believe in Jesus if you haven’t and don’t, it is worth it ❤️💕

[@arete7884]

@@ilovechrist9780 what if u go Alahs hell instead or reincarnate as a plant in Hinduism

[@tedd474]

Today, December 3rd, 2021, I have quit the misery of drinking and am living a happy life, thanks to Anne and this incredibly inspirational video.

[@elgalloprieto]

this made me cry, because the author that I love so much shows how much she actually cares and loves us in return. Thank you very much, Anne.

[@juliecavanagh7399]

Alcohol will dull the pain, but Alchemy will transform it. Anne Rice was a true alchemist, and transformed the darkness of life into literary gold for us all. Thank you Anne, wish you were still with us!

[@lindsryan1087]

This video changed my life last year… rip queen.

[@seanohalloran384]

Amen. I have 7 years and 4 months sobriety and Anne’s absolutely right. Don’t drink.

[@Nimibirla]

I read somewhere that God will come in the form of some person and help us. I think C. Rice is the angel send by God. Best wishes for mum and son.

[@stacyhackney6100]

May she rest in peace. I hate that she's dead. Such a nice lady. I love her stories, several are amongst my favorites.

[@geoattoronto]

No she is not. She is more alive than ever.

[@HappySneakers]

I may have been born in the wrong century.... Opium and all of its modern derivitives have claimed my soul. No need for nourishment, just euphoria. The euphoria I can really only compare to the elegant and violent manner in which a vampire drinks blood... I take your message to heart, Anne. You're courage on this youtube clip has given me much to think about. Thank you. -My name is Amanda.

[@janciflak]

Awesome words. Really My mother drunk when I was child. And Now I have 18 years old. Never touch alkohol glass. This is one thing for I can thank her. So continue to be yourself :) ( Sorry for my english I just learn) .

[@Al3oxnfri]

I'm 50 and 3 weeks sober (again). Countless relapses and for what? To escape my reality, escape pain, escape disappointment, just escape period. Funny how escaping by alcohol never makes you 'feel better' but only worse in self worth and value. I pray I'm strong enough, this time, to remain sober. Thanks for letting me vent 💜

[@Jmac1477]

Congrats on the 3 weeks. Hopefully you haven't relapsed but even if you have don't give up on quitting. You'll eventually get it if you haven't already & despite what some people in AA & other programs sometimes say, even short periods of sobriety are worthwhile & could help to save or at least prolong someone's life. Get & stay well; even though I know it feels like it, your not alone in this struggle.

[@drchang]

RIP. came here after founding out your passing. may you join your little girl wherever she is waiting for you.

[@sadie217]

I'm proud of her for saying what she felt the need to say. She is obviously very grateful for and appreciative of her sobriety. Alcohol is a drug, just like other legal drugs such as caffeine and nicotine, and some people overdo it and can harm themselves or others. Just because it is available to us does not mean it is harmless. Very few people are brave enough to say in public that they don't drink because alcohol harmed them, it's not a popular statement, and I applaud her.

[@jasminequash]

I love that she has shared this personal narrative; I've had my dark moments with drinking and "drugging" and battle some things to this day, but I'm learning that sobriety is longevity.

[@feelspank]

im an alcoholic im 28 years old and you inspire me i cried when i watched your video anne rice is my hero my favorite writer im on a alchol programme its nice to know you have people that have done the same

[@OsculumTormentum]

I never drink, but reality has become so alien to me that every time I stop smoking Fentynol the world is unrecognizable & I see no where for me to exist. Life is so much easier when in a fog of dream. Everything is possible I can do it all, I would & the drug is just in the way, but maybe it's an excuse to hide in a place where expectations can never be expecpected.

[@Jmac1477]

​Hang in there & strive to get better. If you haven't already. I'll say a prayer for you. ​@@OsculumTormentum

[@SphereMusicCafe]

Im so grateful to be sober today! I got help with AA and have been experiencing clarity just like Anne described. RIP and thank you Anne!

[@jasminequash]

That's beautiful, congrats!

[@michaelmckenna9022]

It has been 23 years for me. I can remember taking a case of beer in my room and reading Interview all night. I drank day and night from the age of 15 to 25. One day something came about me and I just stopped. Its almost like there were angels helping me. Some comments said that some people can handle it. The problem is taking that risk to find this out. I don't think I would ever regret my past. The experience helped me see life differently.

[@peggyk9549]

Anne! I never knew you were sober. I am a recovering addict and have also experienced the negative effects of alcohol in my life. 5.50 years clean and sober here! Thank you for sharing a bit of your personal story. Means a whole lot. Thank you for getting sober so you could continue to give the world such amazing stories. I actually started reading one of your books in jail (serving consequences of my addiction) and you and your characters quickly became a favorite, definitely helped me stay sane and pass the time in a positive way, expanded my vocabulary, and helped me escape and not feel so alone. Thank you.

[@jeffjanoda8177]

This is one of the most profound and a passionate arguments against drinking I have ever seen or heard.

[@hillbillyhippy]

It's amazing how children will change people, or at least they are supposed to. I'm reminded of the old Simon and Garfunkel "Voices of Old People " where you hear this woman say "It is a mother's life to live for her children.". She said this so forcefully and with such conviction that it has stayed with me. Bless you Anne.

[@JamieMcCall]

8.5 years sobriety here, & grateful & loving it! You're one of my favorite authors. Thanks for sharing this. I relate even more now...

[@TamLou64]

I applaud you for being sober and could not agree more about enjoying being clear headed. There is no fun in not remembering what one does during a drunken stupor. I saw some negative comments here but I think it's a wonderful thing you've done if you can reach a single person and change their life or at the very least plant the seed of reality into their brain. Alcohol physically affects women even worse according to medical research. Thanks for sharing & again congrats on staying sober :-)

[@patmccarthy3793]

Tammy O Beauty is the eye of the beer holder. Who is this in bed with me? Where did I get this tattoo?

[@amberfarley2804]

+Pat McCarthy hey she's my favorite writer.

[@GingerAnne]

I just shared this on my facebook page to my many followers. My brother is a terrible alcoholic and has been for years. You are a gift and full of wisdom. I hope that your message will help save the lives of many others. The world needs more wonderful people like you. Thank you Anne. -Ginger Anne London

[@SophiaSpring888]

I love that you've gone public with your truth. I completely agree with you about not drinking. I'm a child of two alcoholic parents and there are wreched memories/scars that I have because of their addictions that will never go away. I have never been able to drink because I was always so scared that I'd damage my children the way my parents damaged me. I'm an advocate for sobriety!!! Thank you for going public with this Anne Rice! I love you too!!

[@Lunarvirgin]

You are an inspiring person. I really mean this. I'm not into alcohol or any common addiction, but it's just hard to get out of habits you seemingly enjoy but are actually destructive. And it's hard to get used to the good habits you think you won't enjoy, such as slowly backing out of alcoholic drinks even with all the temptation in your head. It takes patience and bravery, and to see someone who hasn't got back to the cruelty of alcohol in so many years is just astounding. Thank you.

[@danmcn61]

I'm on Day 24 now and damn this is hard,but well worth it.

[@danmcn61]

@@alexcoltuneac May 31 will be my 3rd sober birthday. Some days it is still a struggle but most days are OK. There will never come a day when I finally made it though, I'm always going to be one drink away from going back to where I was before.

[@dyieshaFlowers]

i love her she is so awesome its been 34 years now she is truly a soldier amazing what setting your mind to something can do

[@allisgrace1313]

Thank you for this beautiful message, Anne. May you rest in peace. 🙏🏽

[@brianarbenz7206]

Thank you, Anne Rice. Back in the late '70s, I was in college and I went against the me-generation grain by standing strong against the glamorization of alcohol -- and it was a lonely crusade. Your words here reaffirm that I was doing the right thing.

[@joaoaugustodiodatti5046]

God bless you Anne! R.I.P

[@cynthiahamil9801]

Wow! I pulled up this video because I thought you were going to give writing advice - and was going to recommend that people not drink while they were writing. This is one of the best public service announcements that I've ever seen on NOT DRINKING! I have a friend of mine who is 68 years old that is helping a friend go through an alcohol rehabilitation 28 day program. Just hearing about this has given me new insights - and the awareness that you would never want to let drinking have that type of hold on your life. Great speech. You did a fabulous job getting the point across. Very inspiring - Thank you for saying this. I gave up drinking about eight years ago, shortly after my mother passed away. It was one of the best decisions that I have made. I occasionally have a glass of wine, but do not drink into excess. Great public service announcement. I'm sure there are a lot of people who would benefit by seeing this. Thank you!

[@SanguineMomma]

Truely an inspiring speach Ms.Rice. I'm 17 and have never had alcohol and I plan to never drink any, no matter what, a promise I made to myself. This video of yours made this promise to myself stronger, so I thank you. God bless you and may the Lord shower you with peace and happiness. Love, Ashlyn Carter

[@nohandlewanted-w1y]

Thank you so very much Anne for the truly inspirational advice. It takes courage to say such things. I can relate as I did struggle with alcohol a great deal. I made it through medical school and residency being a pretty heavy drinker. Along came my son, and several months before his 2nd birthday I stopped drinking entirely. It's been the best thing I've ever done for myself and for him as well. Every single facet of my life has improved as a result, and I mean this when I say it, I've watched your video several times during the tough times when taking a drink seemed like such a good idea. But, I never did..... Thank you again.

[@goldenboy380]

I wanted to thank you for this announcement, I grew up surrounded by drink, my father was an alcholic and my mother worked as a bar manager. This may have led a lot of people into the drinking culture but I turned against it hating it for taking my mother away to work such long hours and stealing my father from us (he died from alcohol abuse several years ago). I know the dangers in drinking and it pleases me to see someone like yourself speaking out about them too. Yours Nick Murray x

[@chainsmokinchick]

Thank you for sharing this message and your personal story. Happy sobriety anniversary! I am 7 years sober and it is an everyday battle but I am truly a more complete person without all the baggage and drama that comes with an alochol addiction. Much love to you Anne!

[@sakurapablo671]

And this is the reason why people still need help to get themselves sober. Cause of you do stop, you get a clean sense of mind of what's around you. And this is great message about it.

[@will1456]

Bless you, Anne. Wish I heard that from somebody 50 years ago.

[@beautifau]

Hi Anne, Thank you for this message. I definately needed to hear this and it has affirmed my decision to choose sobriety. I have given myself 3 yrs to quit but since watching this video I may start sooner. I want to thank you for sharing your story and for encouraging me to continue on my path to sobriety. Some people have trouble with self control and drinking; I am definately one of these people, which is why I can't "just have one.' Thanks again, "Christ the Lord" fan :o)

[@Kikkies68]

Im so proud of you Anne! I 100% agree with you and am very happy for you. Drinking isn't glamorous and I've been negatively effected by it from people I know. Your inspiring Anne and I wish other people had your will-power and strength.

[@haleyvision]

Anne, thank you so much for your wisdom, and words of encouragement. I can so relate to your story, and I'm happy to say I am sober today!

[@somewintersnow]

I have a year sober bc the last time I drank I almost took my life, today I JUST got this on my front page, and im taking this as a sign to do another year and as long as I can

[@jamesklaver9101]

Thank you for this. I have been sober for two years now. Drinking had almost took everything away from me that I love.

[@peskylisa]

Good Lord, Anne! When I was in university, I learned that I could have an awesome time with my friends(even at clubs, or parties) without touching a drop of alcohol! And I remembered the good times the next morning and for years to come!

[@Jmac1477]

Well, definitely count yourself lucky then. A lot of people aren't so lucky. It's very common and traditional to drink alcohol in many of our cultures. And I'm not against people's choice to do so, not at all but unfortunately for a lot of us, we are prone to addiction as soon as we get it into our systems. Then, it becomes a struggle to get away from it. It's a struggle that most people that haven't been through it don't understand. How would they? God bless.

[@Bishop3011]

I was never a regular drinker myself but that is never an guarantee to avoid the effects of alcohol. Great perspective Anne! There is no glamour in alcohol. The longer you stay teetotal the more drinking seems nothing but absurd! Thanks for sharing and congrats on your anniversary.

[@MarilynMelendezG]

I've always wanted to write my life story but I don't know how to go about getting started. I've been told that I should be a writer, not sure I agree but I do want the world to read my story and hopefully it will help someone, let them know that they are not alone in their struggle as I was as a child and now as an adult.

[@MykeGeter]

Thank you Mrs. Rice. Thank you. I was looking for some type of message to listen to when I feel like having a drink so I came to KZbin and I was really surprised to see that there aren't many messages without the music and the sound effects that people use or edit in. This message alone had a sobering effect on me and I just wanted to say, Thanks for that. I'm going to listen to it tomorrow morning when I'm on my way home from work and pass up the liquor store I stop at every morning.

[@awfdahuk31]

I was in and out of rehabs as a juvenile so I can relate very powerful message .

[@Kaboomboo]

I love how delightfully extra Anne is with that dress. Dressing up to celebrate sobriety. You go girl! I hope your words wisdom are far reaching and heard. It seems that drinking is being glorified again in the wake of the internet age.

[@eiramhonesta6653]

Thank you Anne. Thank you so much for being the example.

[@Jekel5]

Cheers Anne! My anniversary is 3 years on December 5th...I know how hard it can be, but it CAN be done! Here's to many many many more happy years!

[@TheGrizlypirate]

Well said, Anne~! Kudos. There is nothing more important then showing our little ones that we can walk through this life with our eyes wide open. It's SO much cooler to be the sober. Life gets more creative without the bottle.

[@Leilatheloony]

Thanks, Anne! It's been a pleasure seeing how you've grown in a similar way I have over the years (through reading your books). I really appreciate you sending out this message. You're a wonderful woman, truly inspiring! :)

[@megster1232010]

Yay. Celebrating 9 years sober. I, unfortunately, didn't stop drinking with my first pregnancy and the shame of course fueled the drinking. He was perfect in every way but should have had severe abnormalities. I had another child and was able to stay sober thru that pregnancy but that didn't make me feel any better by this time. I am happy to hear your story and it's funny that I have been reading your books for years and never knew you were like me. Thanks again!!

[@fabulousdisaster93]

I watch this a lot. It really helps keep me from drinking. Thank-you for everything you do, Anne.

[@SoWeirdBoy]

I too am in recovery since mid February 2016. Thank you for this Anne.

[@amehos]

Anne you've really made me think about my drinking. I'm not an alcoholic, but I could be. I understand where you're coming from.

[@clayryan1196]

Great message. This is the kind of message alcoholics need. Thanks Anne!!

[@Lululila67]

Anne, you are amazingly truthful and its refreshing to see such honesty. Thanks for sharing with us your transformations over the years and many blessing to you and your family.

[@msscience]

amen. thank you for using your voice for the power of health and wholeness.

[@MrX8X]

Alcohol fuels my anger and never helped me. Alcoholism also runs in my family. Anne Rice...your books are sooo therapeutic during this Covid!! Started the vampire chronicles collection book I have bought in 2015 that has the first three stories from the 16 novel series with Lestat and now finishing up on Queen of the Damned before August! Picking up The Tale of the Body Thief at the beginning of August!!

[@Naturalhit]

You already are an inspiration to millions of people and with this video, you'd be an inspiration to millions more who wants to be free from alcohol.

[@leonk9837]

Even though I don't drink, I'm glad this message is out there!

[@GingerAnne]

I am so proud of you Anne. I have been a wonderful fan of you. Watching television and catching you on it back in the day. Now you are still fabulous and on youtube. You have inspired me in so many ways through your genius and brilliant stories through out all my years. I am 25 and have been inspired since I was 11. Thank you for giving me such wonderful knowledge through all your stories. A true artist that will live on forever. I will be watching. Stay fabulous!

[@grimgoblinjack]

Love her dress! Never been drunk and don't want to start (guilty semi-drinker here). I wonder if depression is related to drinking? Alcohol is bad, wine is too--never mind what doctors claim. When does the "once in a while glass of wine" become something worse? 2020 saw a lot more alcoholics than usual. I abstained for so long but now I indulge... but it's good to have limits (and I'm a lightweight). Good for those keeping sober, it's a struggle. Love and support to you!

[@Eyesayah]

You are very welcome, Anne. I take it as a word from the wise. As usual, coming across as sincere and loving makes all the difference.

[@Hartmurdoch]

Such a personal message and real connection. from a 17 year old, thank you so much.

[@clover220]

GOD! She is amazing! She will always be my favorite writer. I just love her vampire chronicles.

[@Skylardietsche]

I'm very fortunate that I have never liked alcohol. I'm 27, I've never been drunk. Not even tipsy.

[@patmccarthy3793]

Su-Mari Diedericks I got a low tolerance, rarely drink.

[@Torwyn11]

Same. 48. Not even a buzz.

[@mrmarine1962]

Thank you so much! I am struggling with this evil poison. I will defeat it! Thank you Anne! I just happened to come across this message and it helps me so much.

[@elliesdad224]

Thank you for posting this video, I am at this very moment suffering from two bottles of red wine, I have been looking for help on the net and I found you, I think that was meant to happen, I feel very positive about the rest of the day, tomorrow can wait, I am going to get some help to get me away from this demon drink. x

[@lunnaa1976]

Thank you so much for this. You know you got young readers (including me!) and it's good to see you give advice. Thank you!! Man, six people are deaf or non-english speakers,you hit the 'dislike' button,wrong one!

[@shieldsff]

Ms Rice you are a wonderful, beautiful person ! Your creativity is amazing and inspiring.... I am so glad that you found your way and are helping others, One other interesting piece of information on this topic is that studies have demonstrated that male children born to mothers who consume alcohol typically experience fertility problems later in life. Again, I really enjoyed reading you in the '80s and I admire yoru literary talents so much !!

[@1zangelique]

Thank you, Anne, for this wonderfully moving, eloquent and straight-up testimony. And your words are applicable for anyone with any sort of addiction. Good health has its emotional and physical rewards, you look prettier than ever! And give yourself FULL credit--29 years, not 28. LOVE, ANGELIQUE'S OTHER DADDY

[@immaculateboy]

Beautifully said, Ms. Rice.

[@jillbecker8651]

I’ll stick with my coffee..as usual..so glad I don’t have an alcohol problem..congratulations to all who are continuing to be sober…

[@vasp99]

Thanks Anne! This month marks two years of sobriety for me!

[@noviceprepper5397]

congratulations on sobriety, thank you for warning us

[@MichaelMorbius4ever]

Good for you Anne! Congradulations on 28 years sober.

[@JCResDoc94]

*☼ This is such an important entry. I had seen it before. My mom stopped drinking to have me. Alcohol is such a danger - there is no drug quite like it. No drug insidious - sneaky - like it in quite the same way. And it protects itself, not unlike possession. And it is the most accepted. I've seen it destroy the most powerful people.* It causes the depression and hopelessness it claims to treat. The trick, though, is that one can be genuinely sad first. Confusing the arrow of causality.

[@nemibaj]

I love and admire you Anne! Congratulations!!!

[@sandradeenicholson]

Blessings to you Ann. God bless you for this...over and over...

[@allexx123]

Thank you Anne, Very good advice! I know that your mother also died from drinking. My dad was an alcoholic and died with liver problems at age 59, I was only 26 years old at the time, and I wish that I could have been with my dad for a much longer time.

[@musashi-san____1409]

I wish I would of stopped earlier. Drank 2 weeks ago, and it just reaffirmed why I didn't like Alcohol anymore. Waste of money, and waste of time. I screwed up so many times while being drunk, and then had to spend so much time trying to fix those fuck ups. Oh, and those hangovers...

[@HighMindedLunacy]

I had no idea you had this history ...I needed to hear this. thank you

[@GingerAnne]

She's just informing them. Sometimes it isn't a bad idea to let someone know about a mistake they could make that could hurt others or themselves. Yes, a human must make mistakes in order to learn, but some don't learn and some don't care. Most will continue to make those mistakes. Someone like Anne Rice who has inspired many people in the world, can help change someone's views before they make even more of those sad mistakes.

[@kazoshay]

"I never drink...... wine" - bela lugosi

[@DeepScreenAnalysis]

Lol

[@treystephens4490]

buddhastalin I was about to say that...

[@Takezou07]

Thank you for this powerful message...

[@dawnjones82]

Thank you Anne, that had a big impact on mebvv x

[@johnathanreynolds8221]

Congratulations Anne Rice! Keep it up! God bless you! Stay strong in Gods grace and power!

[@MarilynMelendezG]

I used to drink very heavily for years. Even when my children were young. Truthfully I don't remember much of their up bringing not all because of drinking but because I was abused as a child and I learned to shut things off in my mind so I had a lot of blackout that didn't involve alcohol. Now that I am older I still drink but only occasionally. I don't always have the desire to drink heavily. I can take it or leave and I'm proud of where I am in my life now. I have a case of beer in my refrigerator now and it's been sitting there for a few days and I don't think about it at all. It's there if I want to have one or two but that's it. I am in a good place in my life now and I want to keep it that way. God is a big part of it to so I do have to thank him for getting me where I am now.

[@ginavelazquez4656]

Thank you Anne for your inspirational message.

[@tonyincs]

All should listen to this statement. Never heard of her, but have much respect for her.

[@barboverly1502]

sound advice, as a new orleans girl these words speak to me on so many levels

[@barboverly1502]

its hard to learn how to celebrate without alcohol when that's all you've known.

[@ladyredconstance]

wonderful! wonderful, I went to the same thing drinking. great video.

[@javieryus9]

I'm gonna watch this everytime I feel like alcohol

[@abdulrahimel]

Thanks so much you inspired me to stop drinking you are my coach..........

[@alukard9309]

you're awesome, i hope all the youth hear your advices, grettings for Colombia

[@nikofrankbauer]

I celebrate you Anne! Not only am I a fan of your books (interview with the vampire is amazing. Once when I was high on ecstasy and coke I went on my fire escape and screamed for Lestat to come and make me a vampire! I wanted it so bad. But then a neighbor threw water down on me and I thought it was burning me so I went inside haha!) Ann, I am so glad to hear you are sober without AA because I am too. I was in AA for 13 years and all I did was relapse as soon as I left my true sobriety began.

[@eleni2001]

Thanks for sharing your story. Congrats for being sober.