Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.  (J.K. Rowling)

Cling to the thought that, in God’s hands, the dark past is the greatest possession you have – the key to life and happiness for others. With it you can avert death and misery for them. (Alcoholics Anonymous, page 124)

“They” talk of the need to hit bottom —
rock bottom – the lowest of the low
to really make the connection,
to see as unmanageable the whole life,
not just the addiction; more than powerless.
Actually feeling less than human or at least
most humans. Yet sometimes, perchance,
my rock bottom may suffice for you,
for you may see in my story your own path,
not yet so dark, so rock bottom.
Sometimes my rock bottom can be
a foundation for me
and for you.