What do you do when it's all been done already

[NightskyeB4Dawn]

Take up knitting? 

Everything has been done before and will be done again. Maybe instead of writing a book or making a video try volunteering. Put your experience to work and try to help others who are where you have been.

Anybody can tell a story, not many have what it takes to use their experience to help others. Addicts in the throes of addiction don't want someone to "preach sobriety" at them, they need a meal or a coat or a ride to the free clinic.... actions speak louder than words.

I think you hit the nail on the head.

You said it all. Short, sweet, and to the point.