AcceptingChange

Here' an article Mickey Mantle wrote for Sports Illustrated called "My Life in a Bottle"
After 42 years of alcohol abuse, a legendary ballplayer - 04.18.94 - SI Vault

Bob Costas interviews Mantle about his drinking:
Mickey Mantle Interview by Bob Costas - YouTube

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Ugh, drinking is a heavy load.

oak

Thanks for the link. I read the whole article. It helped me so much!

Jsober

Great article. Famous true words - if I would have known I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself. Micks greatest achievement was helping so many people by sharing his life, getting sober, and admitting he was an alcoholic. RIP