<prompt> Human: Just wanted to share my recent experience. This sub has always helped me treat my financial situation seriously and with care. Within 2 weeks I had to go to detox for alcoholism, take a week off work, and my car broke down. Without my emergency fund I would have been in a MUCH worse position. I was able to pay for a replacement car with cash I got a cheap car instead of using my bad luck as an excuse to get a loan. Detox was 2000 but helped me beyond belief and now that Im not dependent on alcohol Im saving a ton of money each month.To top it off: After 4 months my emergency fund is back where it was. I cant imagine how long it would have taken to pay back if that account wasnt available.Thanks again!  <response>: Congrats dude. Its funny, but money can be a powerful motivator. My parents quit smoking after 50 years and numerous times by simply adding up what they spent a month on cigarettes.Youll have some rough days, but try to remember how.much richer you are physically and financially when youre sober. 