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Keith Urban: Exclusive Interview

Just weeks before entering an undisclosed rehab facility for alcohol abuse, Grammy-award winner Keith Urban sat down with the editors of Best Life for his most intimate and personal interview ever




For the full story, pick up of a copy of Best Life on newsstands Friday, November 17

Country singer and songwriter Keith Urban credits his recent marriage to Nicole Kidman as the best chance of finally triumphing his demons and openly admits he is just like most men when it comes to finding the perfect balance between love and work.

"I have spent most of my life torn between wanting to be a good husband and a good partner, and wanting to apply myself fully to my career," he says. "And not always knowing how to go about doing the two of those things simultaneously."

When discussing his recent struggles with addiction and sobriety, Urban offered up some deep advice for "souls at sea."

"Stay communicating with the people around you. Everyone gets overwhelmed at points, but it's when you think you can handle it yourself and you don't reach out for help. That's when the end is near. Recognize that you are about to tire, that drowning is looming."

He adds, "I've definitely been that drowning guy, and in the midst of drowning, thought, I wonder if I should put my hand up?"

"I still wonder how to keep all these plates spinning sometimes, you know? I'm just really grateful to be present and doing what I can. And if it overwhelms me, I speak out and say, 'There is too much going on.'"







p.s. US Weekly reported that Keith is at the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California.

http://www.bestlifeonline.com/cda/article/0,5507,s1-4---1991,00.html
http://usmagazine.com/nicole_visits_keith_in_rehab