Comedian Onjiri discusses his 20 year struggle against his alcoholism
Onjiri has opened up about his long and painful battle with alcoholism, revealing that he struggled with alcohol addiction for more than two decades before achieving sobriety. In a candid video shared on his social media platforms, Onjiri described alcoholism as a deeply personal..
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Comedian Onjiri has revealed his 20-year battle with alcoholism, sharing a candid account of his struggle and eventual sobriety on social media. He emphasized that recovery is a mental process, not an overnight cure.
- Onjiri described suffering severe withdrawal symptoms and the deterioration of his physical and emotional health during his addiction.
- He reflected on the loss of many friends to alcohol, sparking fears among those around him that he would be next.
- Onjiri stressed that sobriety, while difficult, has led to personal growth and urged others struggling with addiction to seek help, emphasizing that change begins in the mind.
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