Michelle Heaton has shared a series of shocking photographs which gives an insight into her battle with alcohol addiction.
The Liberty X singer was rushed to hospital after collapsing and has shared the frightening moment with her 300,000 Instagram followers, who branded her an 'inspiration'.
On New Year's Eve, the 43-year-old, who is set to be in the line-up for the upcoming series of Dancing On Ice, made the post with the hopes of helping others, writes The Mirror.
She penned: "Two years ago this was me.. I was admitted to hospital, not for the first or the last time.
She went on to admit that after leaving hospital, she headed straight to an off-licence to purchase a bottle of vodka. She explained: "I had collapsed in active addiction. I left the hospital the next day, I walked over to the off-licence and bought more vodka," she said. "Seems insane? It is! But it was the only way I knew how to live. So I thought."
She added: "I swore to my peers, family and doctors I was on the mend. I meant it. But my mind of an addict had a different plan."
"New year is a time we all make goals, and resolutions. Why don’t you make your goal to reach out to someone like me?
"I turned it down so many times, so don’t be discouraged if they say no. The day will come when they’ve just had enough.
"If you or anyone you know is struggling help is out there. Visit www.aa.org there is a solution.. one day at a time your life can be filled with hope faith & courage."
The post comes after Michelle shared a snap of her and her husband Hugh Hanley over the festive period, enjoying her second Christmas 'clean and sober'.
Michelle wrote: "My 2nd Christmas clean and sober … my heart is full of gratitude and joy that today was not spoilt by my behaviour & chaos, but filled with love & laughter. Happy Christmas everyone … from the Heaton - Hanley household …"
On December 19, she marked 600 days sober, saying: "I like to post my sober milestones ... not to show off - to show it’s possible. I mean - 600 days ... WOW. I couldn’t remain sober for 1 day ...My New Year’s resolution was always broken by brunch.
"I think it’s really important, wether you are one of us or just want to cut down, NEVER to set your sights on a date! It always fails, if you’re one of us anyway. One day at a time, that’s how I’ve done it."
She added: "Each day I wake up with the intention for a clean and sober 24 hours. I go to bed thankful I hit that pillow without the pain and suffering addiction put me in. I wake up and pray for another 24 hours. If you are struggling visit www.aa.org for help."
Frank offers confidential advice about drugs and addiction (email frank@talktofrank.com , message 82111 or call 0300 123 6600) or the NHS has information about getting help.
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