10 Years Sober: How it Saved my Life

[@JohnHill]

Well said lord father

[@daledecker]

Thanks brother John sister

[@willeeyboi3204]

@@daledecker drugs and alcohol is definitely a very slippery slope and its easy to use too much or for the wrong reasons which creates huge problems in life you gotta face your problems face on. For anyone out there I have been through it and especially if you are a kid don't make it a daily habit or just a thing you do for fun have other real things to enjoy theres so many better things in life. You can do it! Its so worth it

[@MarkFunJones]

Respect

[@robertmontero750]

Hell yeah man

[@UN-ix8xv]

I quit smoke cigaretts 1 week ago Im 22 years old After 8 years smoking i finaly tryed quit and i did it Now after 1 week its not hard at all Just try it its worth of it

[@alejandrostransky2634]

Hi, my name is Alex, I'm from Mexico. I'm 16 and about a month ago I tried to kill mysefl by jumping from my balcony. My spine got fractures and I had to go through a lot a of pain until I went to segury. I don't have pain anymore but I still have to work on the things that wanted me to kill myself in the first place, and this is the video I needed. I can say u helped me, more that I can explain and I'm really thankfull. I'll be recovered in about 6 months and I'll land that tre flip one in for all. Thanks

[@valentiniliev8349]

wish u a speedy recovery Alex, u got this!

[@toastedstreetwear5108]

💛

[@batimix666]

sigue dando lo mejor bro :)

[@MidwestDankAlumni]

❤💛💚

[@oliverviscoli]

Alejandro Stransky so glad you’re still here buddy ❤️ hoping for a speedy recovery man

[@SeanEnuks]

Glad to see more people promoting a sober lifestyle, props for hitting 10 years sober dude 🙌

[@ventbott]

Its ironic this comment has 420 likes

[@ifanoobwaspro9616]

@@ventbott yeah, I wanna upvote, but I cant do it.

[@randiwilliams6903]

ventbott now it’s 666

[@georgeegan8682]

facts sean. love the channel

[@macky4611]

Seans channel is so under rated check it out!!

[@28469]

Proud of you Dale, takes a strong character to be straight edge in this day and age. Substance abuse has become a normality to young people and to be someone who doesn’t engage in it is a rarity. Much love from New Zealand.

[@daledecker]

it really is man and its super sad an obvious people self medicate and ignore their issues.

[@28469]

Dale Decker exactly and it’s completely the wrong way to go about things. People don’t realise that substance abuse is only a short term “solution” that ultimately makes the problems worse in the long run.

[@aminestoisthebesto806]

Fosho

[@sethparks4491]

i just hit 8 months sober and am just now starting to see how much easier and rewarding a life of sobriety is, thank you for making this!

[@daledecker]

You got this! and youre welcome!

[@emmettmack483]

KEEP GOING, you r doing great!!!

[@noahdulay477]

Keep it up man!!!!

[@mnvmno]

i’m struggling with addiction right now. i just burnt my last bridge with my mother. i think it’s time to change. thank you dale

[@lilblingking1491]

Damn dude, best of luck. Don't give up, you can totally do this.

[@paulodigioia]

C'mon man don't give up! Do things that you love!!!!

[@joshpenrod9560]

Good luck brother, I’m going through it too.

[@westonb.9]

Seeing your comment 3 months later hope your doing ok.

[@tracycarlson8349]

Good luck you got it

[@Gruppa_stolb]

Due to my mother being an addict to most of the stuff that's out there I have to stay far from substances, Thank you for this content. It means a lot to know that my Favorite Skater lives the life style I will.

[@Gruppa_stolb]

Halfway through the video and im nearly in tears haha. Never thought I would relate to you so much,

[@Gruppa_stolb]

Thank you Dale

[@emmettmack483]

Good for an staying clean and never folding In 🤙

[@typarkinson7229]

Dude same

[@arsaeterna4285]

worst part about addiction is you can't actually run away sobering up clears the headaches, the stomachaches, the depression everything becomes sharp and clear, and better

[@idontknowjalen8859]

I’m proud of you dale, genuinely proud, not many people can really do that

[@ASHstrictsb]

this is really inspirational for me, im 15 and most of the people in my family have an addiction with drugs and alcohol so i made a promise to myself that i would never touch any drug of any kind. most kids my age think its cool to get high or get drunk but the fact that everyone in my family cant stop being addicted i knew that its better if i dont even start. thanks dale for sharing ur story.

[@xImBeaST12321x]

Yeah man similar situation to me too. I eventually "caved in", at about the age of 19. But as long as you have self-control, and you don't let anything, whether its drugs, video games, music, skateboarding, partying etc. get in the way of your ability to be responsible and accountable, you can succeed. It can be hard though, my dad has smoked pot his entire life practically and its why my parents are divorced. That is a lesson to learn from.

[@Fentfiend12]

Thc is fine bro not a drug its a plant

[@Fentfiend12]

@@Ray-oq1ln I’ve been smoking for 4 years never have I wanted to go try meth or pills

[@joshpescie1553]

Still strong?

[@But_WhatIf]

I am fucking proud of you!

[@HyzerflipDAD]

It's been almost 3 years since the last time I put a needle in my arm. It's always hard explaining to people why I don't party. It's hard for a lot of people to understand not having an off switch, or really really hating yourself and your life and just praying not to wake up to live another day with yourself. I'm just so thankful to not be where I was. I just pray to have a positive influence on people and do my best to be a responsible person and have fun skating. I appreciate you Dale.

[@roybertram9450]

congrats bro. much love

[@julesintveen3638]

Weed is good for the world... if you use it right!

[@julesintveen3638]

* not the way i do haha

[@beemelonhead1]

Its rough man. And people think they can lump THC in with shooting up opiates and it just causes confusion. Weed and "real" drugs are two different worlds. Congrats on your clean time. I'm about 3 days off needle but before that it was 4 months. I don't know why I keep going back randomly, it destroyed my life for 10 yrs straight. I grew up skating with dudes like Malto and Torres and they succeeded and I went off the deep end with a silver spoon. Opiates are the devil man.

[@Smokeyxz]

I’m at rock bottom... but I guess I’m not. Death will have to get me if I don’t learn. Prayers your way I’m proud you made it out. Don’t look back ever, it’s hopeless here.

[@GakRipa]

When I first watched this this 3 years ago I thought it was a dumb video bc I relied on substances so much, thank you for inspiring me on my road to sobriety

[@dalematthews4933]

2 years and 9 days clean and sober, and I've started skating again as an amends to myself, I'm 38 😂😂. Love the channel dude take it easy.

[@pjcaps100]

30 months here. Keep it up brother!

[@henryjohnnytacosjr9222]

Hell yeah man keep it up!!

[@OCrush]

You're awesome Dale,this August I'll have 8 years clean from heroin.Youre a blessing bro and your words,your story will have an effect in someone's life.Thank you for these videos

[@aslaughterzombie]

Started a sober life this year. It's sad how important alcohol is in our society... have to justify why i don't drink over and over... So awesome that you promote sobriety!!! Congrats on 10 years!!! 💪

[@Youtube.Commen-tater]

aslaughterzombie You want a good, non confrontational answer to make boozers feck off? "Allergic, no thanks" works wonders, and anyone pressing the issue can be openly mocked and dismissed. You don't have to justify shit, you're an individual!

[@AndrewJobes]

I have scrolled through every single comment and haven’t seen anything negative! we’re proud of you dad

[@DonRemy99]

This was so inspiring. I'm 20 and have similar struggles with substances. I see a lot of parallels between our stories, especially the suicidal ideations and the burning of bridges. Being a Black kid from Brooklyn, not only was I going down a dark path, people just expected me to do that. In 11 days, I turn 21. Thanks to this video, I will also live my adult life sober. Thank you, Dale

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Good on you brother i hope you are now living your best life..

[@LngSHT]

Inspirational man. Thanks for making this video.

[@DanTowers]

No pensé encontrar a lng/sht aquí ._.

[@nomedigaseso]

Huevos longshit

[@mxvstrains]

That whole “I TOLD YOU EIGHT!” clip still gets me every time 😂 Much love Dale, you’re the man. You’re inspiring, both to me as a skateboarder and to others who struggle with the same garbage you have. Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s working better than you could have ever imagined

[@daledecker]

Glad to be here and glad to help ❤️

[@adamresnik4307]

Long term recovery isn't easy. I'm approaching my 4th year clean and sober. I'm grateful to have dudes like this to share their story. Thank you Dale. 🤙

[@filmedbylee3894]

Shout out the old John and Dale clips

[@passenger-rider]

I don't miss the hangovers and have generally not been much of a drinker but I have been smoking weed daily for years. Now I have my first break up with my sweet Mary Jane. It feels alright. I do miss the nightsmoke before I go to bed, I have noticed without weed I have crazy dreams and bad temper sometimes. I am going to try to slow it down a bit but it's hard throw all shit that is going around in the world today. It's nice to get that fuck it in the system and relax. But good for you Dale, you found a good path, what ever that works good for you bro keep doing it.

[@Dan_Kornfeld]

Good on you, dude. Everyone deserves to live their best life, no matter who you are, or what circumstances you’re in. Keep doing what you do!

[@daledecker]

I agree

[@brianb2454]

i been sober 3 years and started skating again at 26.. i was addicted to heroine and cocaine since i was 18.. took me awhile to change mylife in and out of jail but i finally did it! this story is AWESOME THANKS DALE!

[@draculaspawn]

DALE IM SO PROUD OF YOU MAN. I understand how difficult maintaining sobriety can be. I’m about 4 months sober coming out of rehab and it’s hard even this early on. So congrats on the 10 years. I look up to you and hope that when I’m 27 I can also be 10 years sober as well!

[@daledecker]

You got this. one day at a time. Nothing worth doing ever came easy and trust me this juice is worth the squeeze.

[@RaKanMusik]

My 10 year mark was 9 months ago. I know an old vid, but thanks for your honesty and authenticity with this! There are definitely people you're reaching that need this message. You and Dan have probably my two favorite skate channels on YT. Keep pushing.

[@mzzzz3]

I spent most of my early 20s an addict because I never tried it when I was younger. Sobriety is amazing when you have felt the darkness and pain addiction brings. Good work man, you’re a good guy!

[@cuptarts]

As a skateboarder who has abused weed for the past 3 years and has made some mistakes with alcohol you have just officially inspired me to live a sober lifestyle. It means so much to have someone who I look up to talking about this. Thank you, Dale.

[@hunterdavis3003]

I’m so happy that this is the driving positivity that’s influencing skating today...when I was coming up we looked up to the drinking and partying, you know like the whiskey videos, all that shit is so childish and so damaging...good for you for stopping it

[@vincenzosanzaproulx4665]

I knew I fucking knew why I loved dale so much coming from a similar place an I love everything this guy does! Sharing his stories makes him so much better in a world of fakes it’s nice to have someone that’s genuine

[@maxfranquez3361]

Still struggling with my own addictions but seeing your story and hearing the raw real truth from everything you’ve experienced has really opened my eyes. Gives me hope that one day I won’t need a drink to feel “ok”. Thank you for being open and honest Dale. Props to you and your journey. 🤙🏻

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

Love this. I started skating at 41 because I was drinking more often because I had a little extra free time. I identified what I was doing after about 5 months of waisting time and money. So I started skating and there was no longer time to waist. Drinking was the activity. Now a beer is a beverage. I still have my beverage about once every 2 weeks. But it is no longer an activity. Appreciate this video, your story, and your willingness to share it.

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Good on you mate i started skating again after getting sober at 41 and its the best thing i ever did..keep up the great work friend..

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

@@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84 you too Sir.

[@erock736]

Totally can relate.

[@andrewloves1993]

Great job dale, I’m still struggling with a pcp addiction but I’ve been clean for 2 months now. It’s so great to here that your living your best life keep it up bro!

[@paulodigioia]

DONT GIVE UP!!!!

[@elka6741]

Oh man I feel the same I am 19 and I am sober for just 101days... thx for this video! I am just at the beginning

[@b.r.1791]

I just turned 18 so legally I'm an adult even if I still feel like a teen. I made the choice when I was 16 that I would never do drugs or drink alcohol. Because I knew I would get addicted because like you I want to escape as much as possible. See you talk about this really inspires me to keep my promise.

[@cam-6969lmb]

I just turned 18 too and you made the right choice, addiction and abusing these things can cause irreversible effects on your life and only makes escaping less possible

[@Hoenhighn1]

Bro you are a teenager

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Good on you mate as being straight edge is so much cooler than being an idiot and doing drink and drugs,,im a year clean off of drugs and getting clean was the best thing i ever did..

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

@@Hoenhighn1 yes he is a teenager and a teenager thats made a very good choice in life and because of that choice he will have nothing but success in his life,,drink and drugs are for real losers..

[@Hoenhighn1]

@@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84 drugs don't automatically make you "unsuccessful" thats ridiculous

[@LankyWx]

I’m 16, I listen to Minor Threat, Fugazi, Good Riddance, Operation Ivy etc, I’m straight edge and have been for 3 years. Your an inspiration for me and when I go to parties it’s hard to pass but I keep to my vow and I think about all the people like you who inspire me to continue to be straight edge/ sober. Thanks homie🙏

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Good on you homie as being straight edge is so much cooler than being a drunk fool,,keep up the great work mate..respect from London England 🇬🇧...

[@lepatron6195]

I’m 15 and I’ve been struggling for the past few months. I’ve tried to go sober and failed twice, it’s disappointing but I know growth is never linear. I’m pretty confident in myself now though, I hope I succeed this time.

[@fabianmoser6640]

The feeling of "missing out on the party" describes it really well for many people. I feel the same everyday of the week. Id sometimes even get fucked up, come home at 4 or 5 a.m. And go to school at 6. It's really fucked up.

[@littleliop]

Love this, iv been sober since 16 after abusing weed and nos most of my teens and i never looked back Also mad proud of you my dude

[@alexgleb601]

ignore those comments man people like to dismiss weed as not being addicting but it definitely is psychologically addictive. Good on you for that man

[@justn2718]

Joe Licari if you don’t think weed is addictive you ain’t ever been a smoker. almost all my homies who smoke heavy are aware they’re dependent on it for sleep or even to eat.

[@raymondcoonts5499]

I watch your videos didn’t know you were in recovery makes me like you more after seeing this video getting sober was the hardest thing I ever did in my life

[@marcangeloofficial]

i love how the vibe of your videos didn't change since you started KZbin. that kind of vibe is the best, Thank you for entertainment

[@sebp400]

being sober rocks, I lost almost 20 years of my life to opiates, my life used to be playing music and skateboarding. Now, at 40, with 3 years clean, I m watching skate vids again , getting pumped to skate again.. but yeah, like you did, you have to look at yourself. I realized 12 steps based rehabs helped me even though I don't follow that model anymore. You have to do what works for you. I m now a p.a. on movie sets, moving towards a boom operator position and I m fucking proud of myself.

[@SorcererOfSoup]

havent watched yet but luv u dale, lost way too many people to drugs and im so glad you're sober dude.

[@thesklife-cl2yf]

Hey dale thanks for your words man, i've been sober for 2 months now, i was not using havy drugs but the fact that you feel sad and worthless makes you feel like you want to go away, i stoped drinkin 4 years ago, i stoped smoking tobbaco 9 years ago, and i just stoped smoking weed recently, my life style took me to jail, now i am free again but not only from jail but from all of that lifestyle, ive been skating for 15 years, now i am 31 years old, have three kids and a wife, and my biggest battle just began right now, the new way to get high is by getting sober every day, that is my new drug, sobriety. Thanks for your words.

[@samsamm217]

What a beautiful video. life really is just a crazy roller coaster full of challenges only you can overcome. Its the best feeling ever when you realize how that one choice that you made in your life just makes you a better person. Thanks for reminding us dale.

[@daledecker]

Of course man! best

[@michaelandmason]

honestly you deserve so much more from life, i wish more people had the same mind state

[@kavedude]

2 years sober here, glad to know there's even more benefits to look forward to :) Thanks for making this

[@rickysaucedo9255]

8 days clean off fentanyl. Thanks for sharing ur story. I’ve been fighting to get sober for 5 years now.

[@austin5600]

so proud of you dale. i’ve been struggling with addiction for a while now and it’s so tough but things always get better.

[@acesbloodyhat5119]

Sir you have no clue how much this makes me want to flush all my drugs down the toilet and start fresh. I can’t believe the inspiration you gave me in this video and I’m thankful for every video you post. Keep on doing what you’re doing man cause it’s a beautiful thing.

[@afakayu5176]

Yo! How are you doing?

[@acesbloodyhat5119]

@@afakayu5176 really good, I’m surprised anyone commented tbh since I posted this 6 months ago. So far I’ve been able to kick just about everything except for weed, which in all honesty is why I was able to quit everything else. So I’d say I’m at least doing better! Thank you for caring

[@afakayu5176]

@@acesbloodyhat5119 Hey man! Glad to hear you're better, that's a big step. Weed is the best thing you could do right now. Pretty soon you might even replace weed with something better that benefits you more. Stay strong, you're an inspiration to all the people in your group that are still struggling and even people you haven't met yet.

[@uziskates2190]

Hell yea dude happy to see u having a good life

[@owencfarrow]

Been sober from opiates for 10 months and sober from alcohol for 3 months. I wouldnt have started skating again if i didnt get sober. Best decision ive ever made. Glad youre doing well dale! Just for today!

[@willkuuskmann8514]

brought me to tears a little haha ngl. i’ve had friends struggle with addiction and substance issues but they’ve worked through it. it’s a difficult journey. i’m proud of you dale

[@jesse-ky5dv]

3rd of April I am 2 months sober, ex meth ex weed ex prescription ex everything addict. longest I’ve gone without alcahol and cigarettes since 16 I’m 26 now, have a son starting my new life, i feel like a completely different person already

[@Pigeon.shitter]

Dude that’s fucking amazing for u I use to be addicted to a lot of shit and my best tip for staying sober is replace one addiction with another for me I got back into a lot of stuff I moved away from when I started drugs like skating and video games and that helped so much and getting back into those things allowed me to make new friends that helped me even more with staying sober best of luck to u man hope ur still sober

[@kurtownsj00]

I didn't start partying so hard until around 19, and it definitely took me many years to figure the same shit out. Good on ya.

[@daledecker]

❤️🙏🏻

[@queenmisanthrope]

I’m so proud of you, congrats! Just found your channel because of Internet Impact who recommended your Toxic Positivity video. It’s very refreshing to see someone remaining sober despite how seemingly normal it is nowadays to be addicted to drugs & alcohol without even knowing it. As someone who doesn’t drink, smoke, sniff, or pop pills, & is constantly treated as a weirdo cuz of this, this video made me so happy for you. Keep it up, rooting for you in NY!!!

[@grindeyyyyy]

I'm 29 now been off hard drugs for a year was getting on it since I was a kid

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Same here mate i got on drugs when i was a young kid and then lost over 20 years of my life to drugs and prison so being sober now is the best thing and i even started skating again which is great to because i could of never done that while meesed up on drink and drugs..keep up the great work friend..

[@ibrahimovic12]

Thanks Dale, in my adult life i have let go so many people and battling them with my own notion that i am right and being selfish not only made me depressed with life but made me feel like i have not progress in life in many way...i always thought that this world is up to get me and everyone hates my guts and i came to accept that i am an asshole..only last week my girlfriend woke me up and told me to learn and own up to my mistakes..even thought i have empathy, there is no empathy if i do not listen or care how others feel...i relate so much to this...and i have been sober for 8 years...hope everyone here is growing and amending your life one piece at a time

[@addo05]

I love you man! This video hits hard to me and the people around me. I can relate to some of this stuff and this video has definitely reminded me to stay strong when I'm the weakest. Keep being a maniac at skating🤘🤟👊🛹

[@ABDStillLegit]

I don't watch many skateboard-related videos these days, but I couldn't help but click on this one as it seemed pertinent to my own experience. I'll try to keep this relatively brief: The most dismal point in my life was an eight-month period where I did not go a single day without drinking. Not only was it tremendously painful because my two biggest passions in life-writing and skateboarding-became secondary to my drinking, but, as you've mentioned about yourself in the video, I lost accountability for all aspects of my life. The scariest thing was how quiet and seamless it encroached on my life. I realized one day that I was beginning to feel empty and nihilistic, and I couldn't understand the feeling; then, on an unusually coherent day, I realized that I didn't go out skateboarding much anymore, and I had stopped writing any new short stories or essays. So, as it were, I was empty, because I wasn't doing the things that fulfilled me and gave my life meaning; I was only looking forward to the bottle of wine or pack of beer at the end of the workday. It's a terrifying realization to have, but I'd say what's even more terrifying is to have that same realization ten or twenty years older.

[@tedvandervoort]

here in the Netherlands people literally always look at me weird when i say i dont drink or do drugs even tho im of age, i always tell them that i dont need it to be happy. a lot of people who i say that to look at me weirder after i tell em that, thanks for making this video

[@ramentaco9179]

ted van der voort I mean that’s cool for you dude, but it’s not like everyone who takes drugs “needs it to be happy,” a lot of people drink and smoke weed cause it’s fun. It’s like if someone told me they never listen to music because they “don’t need it to be happy.”

[@tedvandervoort]

Dreadkid 집돌이 like I don’t mean it in a way to bash it like I’m not against drug use or drinking but the most people that ask me the question are like oh isn’t that boring or how do u have fun with friends like when we go out sorry that my English is shit btw

[@Backwater-wanderer]

It took me a long time to realize I don’t need to get wasted to feel good about myself. I spent a long time partying and looking back it was really not so cool after all. Being sober is amazing and every day feels like a gift after all the sorrow and misery once the drunk wears off

[@creamofwheat4141]

This is just straight up inspiration. You fought a fight not many people can. Here’s to 10 more years

[@daledecker]

just glad to be here!

[@ryanbridger3615]

When you were talking about the hidden agendas... i cant feel something more than i felt that. Im 21 and just got off hard drugs and im 2 weeks clean from weed... this video gives me hope

[@Fart_Simpson]

Sup man hope you're doing well how ya been? I'm struggling on and off with weed, but it's getting a lot more tolerable and better. I'm 22 and been trying to be sober during the day and only smoke a bowl at night. I used to smoke eighth in 3 days, now I can make em last 3 months. Hopefully soon I'll be good and not smoke at all!

[@227x4]

just back from a skate session and i landed the trick i was trying a while video ago, thank you for always being there dale. you've influenced more of my skating than i even know. you thought me to persevere, not give a fuck about what anyone else thinks and just do what you love. i feel like you're my older brother.

[@daledecker]

Thats so awesome man im just glad i can help

[@227x4]

@@daledecker yes i also noticed that you ate on oreo in this video!

[@kaedenblackmon5698]

can’t imagine this video/being sober was easy, proud of you dale.

[@RipYourRoll]

I've been smoking weed everyday for 14 years. I've taken 2 short breaks (only a month both times) it felt great. I was more energetic, I slept better, I was more outgoing, I remembered more and was sharper off the cuff, I was more outgoing and not so clamed up. I constantly think about quitting, I want to stop. I Hope I'll be telling a story like yours one day. Cheers bro.

[@ChintzMusic]

We're proud of how far you've come, Daledo

[@alexellingsen254]

I grew up with an alcoholic father that I got to see become sober in front of my eyes and it made me decide that I want to be sober my entire life, I’m 18 right now and sometimes feel like an outsider because of my decision, watching all the other kids my age party and drink sometimes make me feel left out. Anyway thanks for this video, and congrats on 10 years sober!

[@dizzod123]

I’m gonna start watching this as a daily routine

[@vandenburg123]

I've always said to my self, do everything in moderation. Because I'd hate to do something so much I can't/don't want to do it again. I have sympathy for people who struggle with ideas like that. Props to every one who is working through their vices, whatever they might be.

[@tylerrobertsonskateboarding]

Looks like pete davidson in the thumbnail lol

[@daledecker]

hahaha spencer said the same thing

[@trappaholic950]

Dale Decker such an inspiring story love you ❤️

[@andrewk2734]

thats exactly what i thought! hahah

[@McFlurryMachineIsDown]

Agree

[@austins.2495]

Man, I wish I would have caught on as early as you. I'll be celebrating my 30th birthday with 1 year of sobriety this year. Better late than never, I guess. Stay strong everyone

[@the42yearoldboomeronaskate84]

Im a year sober from drink and heavy drugs at 42 mate but like you say its never to late and think about it your still very youg at 30 and you have your whole life ahead of you now and success will come with being sober,,believe me mate i know,,keep up the great work mate..

[@ukariah]

dale, what's the purpose, why shouldn't I just end it all. The world will keep turning, sure a few people will be sad but those are just a few people on a giant planet in a giant solar system in a giant galaxy in a giant universe, nothing matters so if all of a sudden im gone forever then the only thing that will happen is I stop suffering. If the majority of my life is making me suffer and feel hopeless then why am I still living it. Boom, in a second everything is gone and I don't have to suffer anymore. But why every time that ive tried has It failed and why is there always this little voice telling me not too. Do I hate myself that much that I want myself to suffer, I just don't see the point. And I would rather live knowing that I should be alive and that there is a reason for all my suffering than to die not knowing why I was ever alive in the first place.

[@ruairicostin9442]

Skaterboiog u good?

[@carterdoyle7]

Please don’t do it man, listen to that voice telling you not to.

[@jacklouerskates]

How has Dale not been invited to do a TED talk yet he is a great skater and such a great skater it’s honestly so inspirational

[@John-Doe-Yo]

Let’s just consider this his Ted talk

[@solrac3116]

I haven’t watched the whole video yet I just wanna be cool like everyone else :)

[@TheDukHunter05]

As someone who is battling addiction to alcohol and cigarettes, I really needed this... Thank you.

[@ArrynSkelly]

[@daledecker]

[@huttlk2936]

spleen everywhere fellas

[@brycecarpen1224]

Glad to see this vid. I was just about to cop my first 8th in a month of sobriety after smoking every day.

[@trsc32]

Proud of you, Dale! It’s crazy what alcohol, abuse and other shit can do to your life and others around you. My uncle passed because of drugs & alcohol. I ruined a beautiful relationship with alcohol & bad habits. I’m now 2 months sober and quit those bad habits. Feels so damn good! Take care dude!

[@Jokaanan]

This was really moving... sometimes when you witness people behaving really heartlessly, acting manipulative or cruel, it's hard to imagine how that person's perspective could ever change; and that's one of the hardest parts of dealing w/ the consequences of that behavior. But we underestimate our own capacity for growth. In a few years that person could have a totally different mindset, esp. if they decide to do something as powerful as sobriety

[@jadencartaya3834]

Hey Dale, thanks for putting out support to all those people who struggle with substance abuse. I recently turned 18 and am trying my best to quit my habit of smoking weed. It’s so easy to tell yourself you’ve got it under control and it isn’t a problem but for me it got to the point where I was high from the moment I woke up to the time I fell asleep. Seeing this though has given me courage to find a happier and more successful life for myself through sobriety

[@meinkind8016]

Thanks mate. Im Sober since almost 2 Years. Really changed everything! My life is much better now

[@christiansanchez4419]

i don’t know if you’ll ever see this but I’m 20 and I truly love everything about skateboarding and after seeing this video it makes change myself and the people I was hanging out with, I started to lose in touch with what I love and that’s skateboarding, I lost a good friend who was an amazing skateboarder (brandon Phelps) who was killed by a drunk driver that affected me dramatically but all I can say is I’m doing pretty good and getting back into what I love

[@MileZeroFilms]

Big ups on 10 years sober. Thanks for sharing your experience. I've lost a lot of friends over the years to drugs and alcohol and I'd be dead too (or worse) if I had kept using but..I got sober. Every day living sober is 100% better than my best day using ever was. Thanks again.

[@aryawyk.7874]

im proud of you Decker. dont stop changing

[@daledecker]

thank you

[@tracycarlson8349]

@DaleDecker im a 13 yo skater from cali and ik you prolly wont read this but i just want to say thank you for being a good romodel for my generation we need more people like you sean and john again thank you

[@oskarthurman14]

These kind of vids give me huge amount of hope with my recovery, ive been clean and sober 11 month now. Greetings from finland i love your content Dale

[@aaiieenn]

I've been sober for 5 years now. Never did 'hard' drugs, just drank too much fucking alcohol. Everything gets better, mental health, physical health(bye bye beer tummy) and just more money to spend on other shit instead of alcohol(a beer in Iceland is like 10$ at the bar) Really happy for you getting 10 years dude, congrats and take care!!

[@morganwardill8145]

Thank you for sharing your story! I’ve been sober and in recovery for 14 years. Best thing I ever did. Keep up the great work homie.

[@jacksonmosserdh]

dude i just hit my one year a couple days ago and our annis are so close!! i know its been a year but im so fucking proud of you man, your channel has been a huge help with my sobriety and as much as u may cringe, you, my friend, are a true inspiration. keep it up man❤️

[@mushroomcat210]

i am a couple months sober now and when it gets hard i watch this video and it gives me hope and it makes me know i’m doing the right thing thank you

[@johnnywoodstock]

No joke this is probably one of the best videos on all of KZbin right now.

[@_code_green_3859]

My cousin sadly commited suicide last year and its because of drug and alcohol use and it hurt me so much. The hardest part for me was to continue skating because for as long as i can remember he to me was the best skater i knew. Dale i appreciate for what youre saying because it really can help someone and for you to share your experience makes me admire you much more. Thank you!

[@jimbobunfixed2491]

hey dale im sure youll never see this but I'm 15 and addicted to substances as well... this video has provided me motivation to quit, I'm now one week clean, longest I've been clean in over a year, I just want to say thank you for this

[@ughwally5366]

these are the types of videos that make the world smile when it needs it the most much love dale

[@daledecker]

[@dannyjackson5356]

Respect. Happy you see your personals issues as an individual human being, rather than taking on the worlds problems, or blaming the substances for your own issues. A lot of people struggle with this, they see others doing similar things as you but coming out unscathed. Its hard to realize you are the problem, and you are the only one that can fix it.

[@Red-cc4yl]

There’s Joanne!!! Your story is very inspiring man, glad you use your platform for good

[@daledecker]

I’m glad to here!

[@matheusfellet3232]

Dude is fucking crazy how this video shows up in my timeline on this day. Your words are incredibly inspirational, thank you so much for this man

[@xo.kalumah904]

Bro u inspired me so much. I watch this video everyday because I suffered from drug abuse and addiction and I was tired of feeling like I need that one last fix. I also live to skate iv been getting super fucking good at it lately but after seeing this video for the first time I decided that I need to enjoy the finer things in life. And not taking everyone and everything for granted because it won't be here forever. Just much love bro.

[@bengannon7817]

i really love the fact you have publically talked about this. in skateboarding people dont necessarily outwardly express their problems because they may think its "un-cool" but its so sick to show other people that they can verbilise it without seeming like a "pussy".