The Dark Side Of Sobriety & Addiction Recovery

[@AddictionMindset]

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[@keys3389]

101 days sober today. i started watching you 2 years ago, I relapsed 50+ times. was at point where I never thought id be as sober as I am today. if you're reading this and you're struggling.. it gets better don't quit!!

[@victorhardin2186]

Thank you

[@Dieggsbruh]

Love this. I can totally relate. I'm on day 2 now thanks for the inspiration

[@mikeenglish3936]

Nice! Keep going! I'm 100 days today,it does get better, nowadays I don't even think about it when I'm under stress

[@stevenpearson4974]

Good job !

[@Dieggsbruh]

@@mikeenglish3936 Killing it man! Congrats!

[@buddylhirondelle5377]

I am 9 days sober off of weed now . I was smoking weed as soon as my eyes opened until I went to bed for ten years strait . In the beginning it was insomnia but now The biggest thing I seem to be struggling with is anger or mood swings. Thanks for making these videos . I’m Watching them all and it’s helping

[@JeromeAnselm8]

In the same boat! We got this!

[@buddylhirondelle5377]

@@JeromeAnselm8 it’s definitely been a few weeks at least now since I last had any marijuana . I feel so much better now anxiety and no insomnia . No more bad habbits. I am not looking back

[@MahmoodMalik11]

One month sober! Never felt better. Sleep and appetite is back to normal. So glad I’ve made this decision. My mind hasn’t been this clear in a very long time.

[@GeFarr]

40 years of weed and i quit cold turkey a month ago and it was actually VERY EASY , except for the insomnia, and sweats...YOU GOT THIS

[@saberswordsmen1]

Opposite for me. 10+ years, morning until night smoker. A bad panic attack between sessions made me stop. First 2 days off anxiety was so crippling I couldn't be out of bed more than 10 minutes without shaking. Day 3 the anxiety is starting to come in waves, crying randomly, fleeting moments of depersonalization, and brain fog on top of vomiting in the mornings. It's really kind of a crapshoot, especially for longtime smokers.

[@GeFarr]

@saberswordsmen1 damn that's heavy. I'm very sorry to hear that !! It's been over a month now, and I still have insomnia. The next day, I'm still not tired. Hope it passes and your back to normal. The reason I quit is because I went to Thailand, got really sick. Flew home EXTREMELY dehydrated, took a bong hit and was going to collapse because of my blood pressure. Called 911 and went to the ER. My blood pressure has been known to be high but I'm now forced to take medicine for it 😂 so I decided to make some changes..get well soon ✌️

[@asimBeg-x3n]

2nd day 😢

[@GeFarr]

@user-oh5vd2yt3c stay busy !! Cleaning, exercise etc truth is I don't feel ANY different, I just don't have to go to the weed store every two weeks $$

[@GeFarr]

@@asimBeg-x3n stay busy !! you got this !!

[@Kitunae]

Still smoke free. The cravings are tough. Everything feels like it would be better if I just had a tiny toke. The dishes, my hobbies, crafting, doing the chores. But I have a goal to be tested and get a clear drug test. I wonder if my weed smoking is trauma related. I am a survivor and it wasn't long after a seriously harmful period of my life before I started smoking every day. I stopped smoking weed on Monday and it's Friday now. I just hope I can keep the strength to keep going. These videos help. Posting these comments for myself, and whoever else needs them, helps. Minute by minute, even though each minute feels so long. Thank you for your videos and your time for us.

[@Kitunae]

Writing again during another big craving. My addiction keeps asking me What's the harm in a tiny toke, what's the harm? The harm is I'd be starting over again. This week has already felt so long.

[@RoanGui]

How you doing now? Yeah one toke and quite quick you'll be full time at it again

[@cee1726]

@@Kitunaetry to fight it bro I’m only 2 weeks in and feel it but it’s better to quit for our overall mental and physical health. How long you been clean for?

[@jeffmiller5869]

I’ve been struggling terribly. Almost a month clean from everything. 40 plus years of addiction. Suicidal thoughts at times. I’m not giving in this time,I’d rather float over the falls. Videos like these are my strength. God has placed Dr Frank in my path, he’s not giving up on me and I’m not giving up on myself. Now to finish my workout. Thank you..

[@erouw1780]

Don't worry, it will all be great. I had a 2 month of hell. This was my 4th time to quit. Three times relapsed after 3-4 months clear because I thought I could go with it on a weekend. But went straight to every day all day. So I went through hell 4 times like I'm a fool. Now it's all gone, life incredible better. I made my decision and sweared to myself. Death before weed! So don't give up! Be mad at it! When it all pass you will forget how bad it was, but don't relapse. Write it somewhere if needed just to remind you how you felt after quitting. And in the 1st place how you felt like s*it while smoking, because there is a reason you want to quit. It's just a mind fog that makes less productive and makes you fine with doing nothing with yourself. Keep it up and be strong 💪

[@jeffmiller5869]

Thanks so much for the kind words, you make sense and I admire your perseverance. Starting my 2nd month now, 100% clean. Yesterday was a tough day, and I find some days are hard some aren’t, but knowing I didn’t give in always comes back as a boost of confidence because I’m actually doing this !

[@shanflah]

Hey everyone, i forgot to post an update on the 4th of April which was 9 months clean for me after smoking weed and cigarettes for over 10 years. I can legit breathe so much better, I missed these long deep breaths and now I can finally do it. 3 more months and it'll be a year. Thanks for everything Dr. Frank. Cheers

[@AddictionMindset]

Look at this!!! 👍🙏

[@sethbonte5313]

I was 73 days sober and I decided to have a drink after my band played a show the other night. Everything quickly became unhinged so here I am at day one again

[@saberswordsmen1]

Remember, the old adage about it taking as much time to walk out of the forest you've walked into works both ways: it also means a small relapse is easily corrected.

[@mwilson7842]

It will get better and you will be so happy and proud of yourself when the healthy moments become healthier days, them weeks. Be patient and kind to yourself. Look ahead, not back with regret.

[@stevenpearson4974]

5 months sober Came back here for a refresher Thank you Dr. Frank A did a lawn repair for a customer today and the guy was my age and smoking joints all day while I worked. He had a nice house car and all but I was still happy to not de addicted anymore. I was jealous because there are some that can smoke all day and be able to work He paid well and was cool

[@Dretroz]

People don't get that it takes years of trial & error to quit things. I quit energy drinks & nicotine but, it took me over a year of failures. Now in quitting weed after 15 years hard use. My parents were narcissistic & emotionally abusive to me & so I began smoking weed around 14 yrs old. I still did very well in school because, I focused on my studies & sports but, now that I'm 29 it's legit ruining me I dab all day I can't do it any more wish me luck!!

[@stellakementzetzidou75]

I hope you’re still at it, man, good luck! And if you’re not, you can always try again! Don’t give up, it’s sooo worth it!

[@JIMKATSANIDIS]

Great video Frank! For the recovering addicts, it's a challenge when you have to stop associating with all your friends, because they are still using. Quitting a drug wreaks havoc on the brain's ability to make and regulate serotonin, the chemical that enables you to be happy and experience pleasure. The inability to experience happiness makes for a very dull and boring existence. While life may not be as exciting as it was when you were using, you're able to find joy without it now, by engaging in healthy activities.👋

[@iammarvp1]

It's just not the same.

[@如來-c3l]

Mental health has severely deteriorated being sober. Not managing emotional pain well. I probably have BPD or CPTSD.

[@AddictionMindset]

With that though how long have you been sober?

[@torktastic521]

Almost 2 weeks in for me. I was doing almost an 8th of flower a day, smoking spliffs (loose tobacco added to a joint) for 15+ years. Your channel helped big time! I have bummed a few cigarettes here and there but I finally feel free of the NEED to smoke spliffs all day. Remember if you're trying to stop, the ONLY thing that matters is not smoking. You gotta want it. I suffered from CHS and CWS when quitting. It sucks. But ive gained by giving up!

[@torktastic521]

Thanks dr frank!

[@4mebach]

Thanks, Dr. Frank. I nearly relapsed today but listened to this video. Thanks for covering the dark side. Blessings!

[@JeromeAnselm8]

Don’t relapse! YOU GOT THIS! And I believe in you… whoever you are, you are capable! We are in this together.

[@jeffmiller5869]

Try 75 hard, it was life changing for me. I couldn’t be more sincere with this advice. God bless

[@Beaver_Rapsmith]

Awesome video, keep posting these. You are helping so many people out there. Shit youve helped me a ton

[@georgezazueta61]

What u described is exactly what im going through rn, thank you

[@jagz6794]

Thumbnail is bussin' 😂😂😂

[@coraboswell3652]

Thank you for your insight!

[@AddictionMindset]

Anytime it’s my pleasure

[@LiamJW33]

Nearly a month clean of nicotine and THC after going cold turkey... Been suffering from almost everything you mentioned in this video, incuding the social aspects too.. being seeing a new woman since i started and almost messed things up a few times because i couldn't control my emotions and got a bit moody at times.. luckily she's a sweet girl and understands 😂 honestly everytime i been wanting to relapse I watch these videos and reminds me i'm doing the right thing.. some thumbnails dont help though ie pictures of joints or nugs 😅😂 appreciate the channel so much ❤

[@ChetManly2047]

4 months of the Cannabis after 20 years of every day, all day use. Thank you for the help with your content.

[@donnapecoraro6859]

Smoking caused me inflammation of the colon. Paramedics were called. I was sweating and shaking violently. Diagnosis is not good. Still in hospital but 7 days sober. I'm the m.s. patient

[@ludwigderlude]

Damn, isn‘t cannabis used against the pain of Ms normally? Many patients i‘ve worked with took dronabinol, that synth stuff and it helped a lot. But they got super zooted from it sometimes

[@Halbblutprinz97]

You better?

[@Halbblutprinz97]

You better ?

[@donnapecoraro6859]

@@Halbblutprinz97 thank God, yes but I could've died from bleeding out! I get to eat finally and if it stays down and I have a bowel movement I can go home today or tomorrow. Thanks for asking 💗

[@Halbblutprinz97]

@@donnapecoraro6859 Glad your ok i wish you fast healing! 😊

[@dannylamb2721]

I quit alcohol and marijuana 5 weeks ago and I feel horrible.. my lungs hurt and ive been coughing up pflegm. Im afraid i have copd now. I have terrible dreams.. im not sleeping well... im struggling. My blood pressure went crazy and now im on medication for that. I feel hopeless.

[@jurgenfrey1570]

Greeting from Abroad :) i just crashed into your channel by accident, while i was listening to german sober contant…. I have a polytox issue, main Alcohol and was „celebrating“ my 1st year alk free today… I am still very isolated, i agree with nearly everything you said, it feels right to light 1 candle in a small cake, but it doesn’t feel good emotionaly…. Thx for speaking so clear and slow, that i can follow :) I will keep on watching your point of views Its very interesting for me and i can improove my English a little bit Thx man

[@camillaguldhammer4594]

Over 1 month free from nicotine.. For a week ago i had panic attacks almost 4 days in a row because of the withdrawals.. why they were so violent, I found out that my addiction has hidden a mental illness and I have discovered that I have general anxiety. Maybe all the withdrawal symptoms are harsh, but it also taught me a lot about myself.. and im goddamn gratefull for that! Makes you appreciate life on a whole other level🙏🏻

[@JeromeAnselm8]

This is very helpful, thank you so much!

[@zacc8766]

Starting today cannabis has become a massive burden on my love life and life in general. As a single man I go on many dates and weed has absolutely shattered my ability to become confident with a woman in my presence and maintain a decent relationship. It happens every. single. Time. I used to be ignorant to the fact that my weed abuse was doing this to my social skills but I’m not kidding myself anymore. It is weed. It affects my confidence at work in relationships and even with family. I’m so tired of all the happiness it’s strpped me from. I’ve smoked for around 15 years daily and quitting is going to be one of the hardest things I’ve done in my life but it’s come to a point where I realize this is what I need to do to move forward in life. Sorry to ramble guys I had to get this out somewhere

[@Bboyredmoon]

Thank you

[@Victoribarbo1]

Brilliant video thank you

[@cae420s7]

I relapsed on nicotine and weed I was 2 months clena when i started with weed again. And i was 8 momhhs off nicotine when i started again.

[@iammarvp1]

Depression is killing me. I'm trying my best not to relapse. I haven't been happy since I stopped smoking. #sobrietysucks

[@giagia3733]

You weren't happy smoking either..❤

[@iammarvp1]

@giagia3733 only temporarily. I feel much better now, and gaining my life back is the best part.

[@mikey_clark]

Finishing my last dab cart, recently threw away my nicotine vape, and now I’m finally going to do it. I’m switching to cbd tinctures for anxiety, eating problems, etc. I no longer have any reason to ingest thc, all it does is heighten my blood pressure and worsen my anxiety. Only benefit is sleep and hunger. I’m over it, 22 years old and it’s time to hang up the towel!

[@jahangirbajwa9339]

Waana cry

[@attwireless9443]

Like they say in A.A we don’t know how to live clean . There is no instruction book for life .

[@estebanocho3598]

Thats so true.

[@TheAcb9]

Just had That talk with my parents. In patient or rehab?

[@donnapecoraro6859]

That's a tough call. I landed in the hospital and made it easier to not have any access to cigarettes or weed. Unfortunately, the damage is done. Maybe it's not too late for you. I was doing this for 45 years.

[@ritualistica]

I’m in my third week of cannabis sobriety 🙏 one thing I’m noticing, are you a mouth breather? …you should do some research and reconsider. BTW there is so much more of an opportunity for positive results, with regards to breathwork 🙌

[@AddictionMindset]

You are 100% correct 😂 working on it haha nose tape and mouth tape

[@ritualistica]

@@AddictionMindset Nice! 👍 I put the tape on when I sleep, Also the Wim Hof breathing, anytime you want to change your state 🧠✨

[@shanefink3653]

Have you ever been an addict of anything??? Other than gum or coffee?? Ppl need help from ppl who have been through it and have came out on the good side otherwise you don't know and ...yes withdrawal will end ...but who has 30 to 90 days to detox when they have a family to take care of

[@eddiesland93]

True👍🏼

[@PuppyDog30565]

Nooo where is ur hyena intro!!! That was my favorite part they are my favorite animals 😢❤😂

[@attwireless9443]

It’s like they say in A.A. when you pray to show us how to live clean . There is no instruction book on life

[@ianlindsay6652]

After 18 years of impulsive daily use, last month I started cutting back. I got to 2g per week from a half every few days! Now I have stopped for 3 days and cannot dry hit the resin in my pipe anymore, though I keep trying! 🤦🏽 The hardest thing is not driving to the store and going back to it. Also, not turning to the bottle which is another issue, and cannot let that take grip as a replacement. In 11 days I leave to Japan and will be in a new environment and cannot buy anything there anyways. Just need to take it easy on the booze. This is it, it has to be! I intend on living with my girlfriend there and this cannot be something that stands in the way of our relationship! ❌ I just want to be sober!!

[@josephmoore5949]

I feel for you. I am having a tough time too. Have you tried cold showers? Stand under as long as you can. It will give you a boost and reduce your cravings for at least a few hours.

[@RoanGui]

Don't touch alcohol at all either

[@ianlindsay6652]

@@RoanGui Dude, you're so right! That's the goal! Unfortunately, genetics and culture are a B. - Puerto Rican and Scottish. Alcohol has been in life since birth, though that's no excuse to not quit and make a change. 6 more days until heading out and still haven't bought bud. It's for sure going to be a continuous challenge, but I cannot turn my back on the progress that's been made! Appreciate you taking the time to respond! 👍

[@ianlindsay6652]

@@josephmoore5949 I've been working as much as possible and taking naps. As a software dev I at least have that luxury, taking full advantage, and can still get my work done with the sleep schedule going haywire! Cold showers haven't helped really! lol

[@Last-Generation707]

Yeppp

[@Kloid99]

Facts

[@HybOj]

went thru all parts of this, separation was bad, but the supressed trauma coming towards the surface was the worse. It happened 1 year in sobriety and was going on for many years (almost a decade) and it took me to very scary places. My childhood was a fucking mess, thats why I was high for 2 decades straight.

[@TimothyKennedy-t5r]

Hey I’m not sure if you do this on purpose just for clicks but you glamorize (or glorify) drugs and alcohol on your video openings. That is where you show drugs or alcohol in a positive manner, example is you with a fake joint in your mouth ‘looking cool’ another example is using popular non related characters to make it appear positive or cool. Kinda like how they used Joe camel to sell cigarettes to little kids years ago. Your video openings seen by children would be encouraging them to do it. Perhaps you can make a change and not do that. I think most counselors would consider your video openings a trigger for active users and promoting these things in a positive light to whoever sees it especially kids.

[@bennewman4675]

If they have a energy drink every other day that could be a habit. Because people who are addicted can't go a day with out something

[@mhodlb]

[@chirovandenbos2339]

I choose to live my life alone and have peace with it....i quit everything 2 years ago cold turkey and dont feel connected to the people before....and no, i dont feel better or superior but more be carefully and awake.