Heroin Addict interview-Asha

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

Thank you for sharing. These videos have been helping me during my clinical practice. They are very educational, eye-opening, and I hope others can learn from Asha's story. Change is very difficult for most and some may see it as impossible. This is why prevention is so important. Our kids are the future and we need to not only educate them, but give them love and support growing up.

[@roxygreenwood8345]

Don't sling rocks bro. I mean, why don't u just play on the dark now? There are crazy drug prizes in the deep web + 0 cops and anonymity. I've been off the hand to hand for a while now. Now I push 100s of coke and I have paranoia

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

@@roxygreenwood8345 Roxy, thank you for sharing your comment. Sending lots of love to you!

[@MissTina427]

@@nurseanastasialiberty Anastasia.. I Will really recommend you to watch AML Films as Well, he does similar interwievs from Kensington and that is a great channel, also for learning and Much more🙂🙂

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

@@MissTina427 Thank you so much for suggesting! I will check them out. ♥️

[@saudigold50]

Anastasia Liberty/ Aptly stated.

[@brandonbarnhill5676]

If these videos have taught me anything, its that if you love your kids and treat them like you love them, they'll probably be OK. If you treat them like crap, they will live an adulthood of various types of hell. The correlation between bad childhood and bad adulthood is undeniable. I wonder if that's why Mark always leads with the childhood question? Because he wants us all to know that we must treat our children with love, over all other considerations.

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

Nailed it.

[@amypalma2396]

Absolutely agree 100%. Finally someone else who actually "gets it".

[@robertamador1614]

I think 'love' has to have a specific definition. Because what if the parents love the same way they were loved by the victims grandparents? This might be all the love they've really known.

[@doyouhavevaginaldryness1130]

Also if you treat your kids like human garbage don’t be surprised if they kick you to the curb

[@melonyfossing528]

Absolute truth!

[@nonapoppy2563]

My youngest daughter 25 was hooked on Heroin and I didn't have a clue. She runs a cafe and so I started going in for lunch so I could see her and chat with her for a few. I noticed she was edgy,moody,itchy,unkept,dark circles under eyes,and had blotches on her usually perfect porcelain skin. I asked her if she was ok. She assured me that she was. That her and her boyfriend were both just working extra hard and extra hours to make ends meet. Of course after hearing that my husband and I would start bringing them groceries and loaning them money. Always seemed like $200 at a time. They always paid it back fast so I never questioned it. I didn't see my girl much that year...I text or called her..or dropped money off in her mailbox... And was getting worried and suspicious that more was up. Gut feeling. She was NEVER a party girl. More of a home body growing up. Left home at 22 to live with her boyfriend. Next thing I know she was calling me crying,bawling,asking for help..they were getting evicted,her boyfriend was caught selling drugs,they were just at the house turning it upside down and interagating her for the past 4hours,she was also pregnant! And worse she was using heroin. I was floored. I had no idea. Not even a clue. I didn't know a soul on heroin. Only read about it in the news. I was scared, no terrified for my girl. When she came to my door that day after that dreadful phonecall she was an empty shell of herself. Not the same vivrant,peppy,beautiful girl I saw months before. It was a long road ahead. Tho once her daughter was born my beautiful grandaughter....my girl stopped. She just had this awakening and knew that her baby was the miracle she needed to be strong enough to just stop and she did. Not that she doesnt battle that demon from time to time...she may never completely get over the craving for it. she just knows a little life depends on her and she's a great mom! I commend anyone out there who gets caught up in this devil's drug that ruins and takes lives! Trust that gut feeling mom and dad. And by the way...my girl and her boyfriend went to a friends house one night to pick him up to see a movie...the friends dad invited them in and turned them on to heroin. The Dad!!! That begun thier downward spiral of hell. It's every where. It isn't just a drug that poor, homeless,thugs do. Business owners,doctors,church goers,11 year olds......

[@jarosawkus1976]

It's truly heart breaking to read a comment like this. I hope your and your daughter's life will return to normal. Stay strong and never give up. May God bless you and your family.

[@mona__nyc]

Been clean for years. I'm super happy for your daughter and commend you for being a great mom. My mom also stuck by me throughout the hell that was my life and we are best friends today. It is possible! One day at a time

[@nonapoppy2563]

@@mona__nyc Yes!! I am always so so happy when I hear someone is sober. Clean. You are very strong. I also commend you. I know you are so proud of yourself and your mom is as well. So many struggle out there in the world. Nice to know when you know someone is on your side and not judging but loving. I wish you a life time of being clean. ♡

[@sharonjimenez8097]

Mothers honestly reign supreme.

[@JC111WPB]

At 22 if someone had asked me if I wanted heroin I would have laughed in their face and then turned and run like my hair was on fire.

[@melissamissingchriscornell2513]

What a BEAUTIFUL & unique racial mixture. As an extreme empath/indigo, survivor of childhood trauma, 22yrs of hard drug & alcohol addiction, & years hustlin' on the streets, I just want to give her a big hug & never let go. Life & peace await...you just have to want it more than anything

[@dervishswag3896]

Your words are beautiful. Shows that you are a kind and genuine person.

[@LeighDeitrick1]

Almost looks like an Alaskan native.

[@scottlane151]

Ma'am just wanted to let you no that you have a heart of gold💛

[@sharong8511]

@@LeighDeitrick1 When I first saw her I thought Native.

[@roxygreenwood8345]

Ey that's kinda racist idk

[@newfieponygal1023]

Wow . She got sober for ten years for her kids but then returned to the lifestyle. Tragic . Goes to show how difficult it is to leave this life permanently . Also cutting. The damage that child abuse does to the human psyche is a true tragedy.

[@UnwrittenSpade]

I also relapsed after ten years but I’m clean again have been for years now

[@user-zp9br7jk9k]

says her... i seriously doubt that.

[@viralbuthow000]

So much for the stereotype that all drug addicts are brain-dead and in some permanent zombie-like state. Many of these people are as articulate and smart as anyone.

[@wesleyAlan9179]

Yep

[@viralbuthow000]

@Edward Sounders"Not that that has anything to do with your comment in general." That part right there.

[@dddddaria]

@Edward Sounders bro white kids can be poor too lol

[@MrFuchew]

one of the smartest people I know has been a drug addict his whole life. Still see him around every once in a while and he's still sharp as a tack. Hard to understand

[@wesleyAlan9179]

@Edward Sounders , are you having a bad day,homes? I ask that with respect, if so, I hope it gets better my friend..I promise, no disrespect or sarcasm intended ✌

[@Oultrepreu]

I noticed those cuts on her arm straight away. ☹️ It is uncomfortable to say this, but I think as long as she and her husband stay together, neither have a chance to get clean or turned around. Addicts often keep each other's addictions going. Sadly, it does not sound like either wants to try to get clean (again). I appreciate her raw honesty, as always, and wish/hope the best for them.

[@amandaterrio4823]

There are a lot of people in recovery that still has a partner in active addiction. It’s up to each to decide where their bottom is.

[@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216]

"They are great, amazing people - not like me." Sheeeeit. She offered her kids a better life than the one she was given. I think that's pretty great.

[@ItsJustAmeliaNow_12]

Just love your children and all the children around you, and show them your love however you can. It’s the only way we can heal our sick society. Love. 🥺

[@thematriarchy2075]

Yes, and educate them about boundaries.

[@TEM14411]

Amen.

[@sammirolo]

Thank you for giving these lost souls the opportunity to share their stories. 💙

[@carbon-based-lifeform9172]

He gets paid more than they do.

[@powderandpaint14]

@@carbon-based-lifeform9172 no he doesn't, he pays them much more for their time than the videos make.

[@jennross6466]

@@apaaaa With the ads, how does his videos get demonetized, and why?

[@sammirolo]

@@apaaaa Was just gonna say that. He's making very little if any.

[@ninapearman]

This interview was far too short. Dear Asha, you’re by far my favourite interviewee to date on SWU. You’re terribly lucid and enigmatic so ditch the heroin and unleash the heroine within! All the best🧡.

[@healingandhappy9262]

Mine as well, very well put!

[@TheSpydoc]

I really found her interesting aswell. Way to short of a interview

[@nicolebell5311]

U can't just "ditch" haroin... U go thru terrible withdrawal and cravings u can't shake off.

[@basedlord]

@@nicolebell5311 I’ve got years clean, ditched the stuff

[@littlelovefg6686]

This comment is EVERYTHING

[@brittanyleblanc910]

Sending you love girl. Honesty is beautiful, even when the truth is ugly.

[@johnfernandez2060]

That’s your favorite quote

[@denisehollebeke2725]

She is so intelligent & real. So glad that she took responsibility for her kids & stayed sober & did the best for them. I wish her all the best.

[@joannemates6367]

Self harm/cutting isn’t a call for attention, it’s a release from severe trauma!! I know, I’m a self harmer.

[@jessicazepeda9516]

God Bless you. Be careful

[@adalineevans5388]

She is such an articulate woman. She's very intelligent as well. She knew she was skilled at buying and selling drugs. It's a shame she's stagnant. She repeated numerous times "if it's not broken, don't fix it." In a sense she is okay with the situation she's in. I'm sure if she became a motivational speaker, she would be able to inspire many. This woman has untapped potential.

[@katiekattt]

Wow, she’s so smart and clearly has so much wisdom... she speaks in such a beautiful way. I wish the best for her and hope she finds happiness in life ❤️

[@carlaosborne160]

"It's adults living with no responsibility." ...wow, yes.

[@shadcovert1160]

True, however we did not choose the lifestyle for the purpose of having no responsibility.

[@bridgieohare8653]

Mark hit the nail on the head there!! My brothers an addict. And he has run away from responsibility his whole life. He left all his kids at birth , he never paid rent or a bill , hes 36

[@bridgieohare8653]

@2dawgz no it's a CHOICE hes choosing irresponsibility

[@Townie7177]

@@bridgieohare8653 initially it's a choice but addicts brains are wired differently. Some people it's genetic. One person can take one drink and be done where as another person has to keep drinking to feel good

[@BvbJude]

Lol no. Humans with no responsibility do not live happy lives generally.

[@alanapatterson2767]

Hi from Glasgow in Scotland , I think what you do is amazing so thank you , I’m a mom but have addicted siblings with problems , please keep doing what you do Mark x

[@cgriffin805]

Considering her limited education she's very articulate. I hope she finds her way.

[@Xbangsplot]

@Fires And Flowers First off the comment you are referring to does not link articulation with intelligence. Only with education. Secondly, why do you believe that there's no link between articulation with intelligence and/or education? Just being curious here. Thx.

[@lisadetorres3811]

@Fires And Flowers shut up with wanna b education

[@annaxefta587]

What do u expect. Moron. She’s American raised

[@Faithled]

Not limited just different

[@ghostangel333]

She's right..cutting works just like any addiction, but it's never treated that way. I have cut for over 12 years, and also struggled with other addictions, and they work just the same for me. I've been in a few mental hospitals where people are always talking about their addictions to drugs and alcohol, but cutting is hardly recognized or spoken about at all. I remember my first time in the hospital it really upset me, because I realized I wasn't going to find help for it. They would have groups for drugs and drinking, but never cutting. Not even mentioned once... even with my arms bandaged and visible scars all over my body. No one saw it as an addiction on the same level. In some ways it is different, but the mechanism of addiction works just the same. I still struggle to this day and have made it almost 2 months now without cutting. Thank you for speaking on this. It made me feel just a little bit more validated in my struggle.

[@jonnybgreat6274]

Thanks for sharing, I’m proud of you for the 2 month progress you’ve made. Keep trying❤️

[@julybutterfly]

Asha is a lovely lady. So very self-aware. She seems so strong. I wish she didn't have to suffer from her depression, and that one day, some day she will be happy.

[@Jenna-uv1kf]

" My mom wanted a green card, not a daughter".

[@mynameisKiki95]

That is so fucked up

[@Josh-tf9cr]

But she got beat and abused, there are two sides to the same story

[@igot8kids491]

@josh. Does that mean she should abandon her child??? If anything should love her more never want her to go thru the same thing. I was raised in an abusive household I would never abandon my daughter clearly she had the biggest piece of s**t mother in the world

[@Msrainbowzebras98]

Cutting is usually used as a coping mechanism, it’s rarely a call for attention 😬 as an ex self harmer, that assumption is pretty hurtful. I wouldn’t harm myself like that for attention

[@i.hernandez7736]

Cutting for me was releasing pain. I will get very quiet and contend afterward.

[@olivia-ir9yg]

and in the rare cases in which its a call for attention, think about how much pain and loneliness you have to feel in order to do that just to be noticed

[@newfieponygal1023]

I recently watched the interview Mark did with another creator . It was quite moving and also enlightening around the motivation behind these interviews. It seems to be a labor of love and compassion. . Highly recommend a watch to the people who are quick to criticize..

[@CMoore8539]

What’s the name of the channel?

[@newfieponygal1023]

@@CMoore8539 Kncrete I think. Or something like that. Yup. Kncrete podcast

[@zakyrahallman9425]

@@CMoore8539 koncrete

[@clairelumiere2901]

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[@peggystoutemorin4529]

She comes across as such a take-charge, smart person. I see so many stars who never got a chance to shine on SWU.

[@abbiesonntag3855]

YES! 🎯

[@sammmm6325]

Please do a follow up with Asha. I really enjoyed listening to her and her story. God Bless you Asha, I’ll be praying for you, your husband and your kids ❤️

[@teresaacevedo4825]

Good Luck Asha ! You seem like an amazing woman who just needs a break. Hope this helps you get the break you need. Praying for you and your family.

[@LeighDeitrick1]

This gal has the smarts to get it together, she's already done it once. Good luck 🤞

[@loisroos6874]

I found this the most truthfull, authentic and honest interview. This woman is amazing.

[@caledkauka2287]

THIS CHANNEL HAS GIVEN ME WARNINGS NOT TO TAKE DRUGS this people being interviewed are a living testimony to me ,I pity them but I don't want to repeat the same

[@amywas1]

She is extremely good at articulating her wisdom. It seems to ooze naturally from the way she tells her story.

[@jacque883]

Mark, please do a follow up with this lovely lady! My prayers are with her. 🙏🏼😢

[@kbo730]

Very well spoken. I hope she gets her life together.

[@francescaebba]

Yesss!! A new video for my train ride to work. Thank you!

[@shannon0648]

How I start every work morning ❤️

[@shannon0648]

Have a wonderful day Francesca!

[@TaminasWorld]

So down to earth I wish her all the best

[@nicksterp2805]

She has an amazing heart. I hope she can go to treatment and b e reunited w her kids

[@nurseanastasialiberty]

Yes, she does have an amazing heart. I hope she finds the strength to make the change and keep pushing forward. It's never easy but it can be done.

[@Milioem]

I was born as "green card security" or so I was told. Breaks your heart when you find out, but fuck it. You just have to keep going.

[@millions2nette]

Thats the right attitude to have. Children don't come with directions, but they sure need to. This should be a subject in school. SMH

[@jasminemoukachar6677]

She’s lovely, insightful and smart ☺️ really enjoyed this interview 🌸

[@lizscott5545]

Asha, you are so honest and true. You sound so intelligent, please know you are worthy and be strong enough to get the help you need.

[@loriallen7366]

Great interview Asha!! Thanks for sharing a lil bit of your story with us all ... I hope that your able to get clean when your ready... continue keeping your head above water .

[@renebean3299]

Her Grandma tossed her away at 13. Father loved beating her. I just want to hug this beautiful lady and make everything ok again. Just breaks my heart seeing the pain in her eyes

[@mauricevillafana8275]

LA has a dark spirit lurking around ever since!!!

[@carbon-based-lifeform9172]

Thats not by accident

[@megangriffith9630]

LA always has had a dark past

[@GianniDonovans]

ive always said if theres an entrance to hell, its there.

[@veejackson2394]

LA has always been dark smh

[@yannayanna7724]

I find myself always watching this channel. I truly appreciate the raw truth from these stories definitely a reality check for me as a young struggling drug user. I crave chasing a high almost everyday but i know it will lead to destruction and self loathing, I fight off my urges by watching thank you

[@noctemheart]

She seems very well spoken 🖤 I really hope there’s more for her than this in the future :/

[@gwag8410]

It seems LA is a dark deep hole... if you ever fall in... it’s hard as hell to climb out of.

[@sovietchampagne]

I love how she calls her children "amazing people", although sad to hear her say "not like me". It is very important that she has an understanding of unconditional love and its value. I think that is her greatest strength, and it is probably what helps her keep her head on her shoulders when she's going through all this stuff.

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

Sending so much love to you, Asha. You seem like an old soul with a kind spirit.

[@powderandpaint14]

Since her husband was in the military they should be able to get help from the VA, maybe wit housing. Obviously they're probably spending most of their money on heroin right now, but they might have a better chance of getting clean.

[@yani.e]

They have to be clean in order to get help, Especially for housing. They do random drug and alcohol testing.

[@melonyfossing528]

“I learned everything to NOT do from my parents and sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t”.

[@sapkoandbibastruga9284]

your work is beautiful. thank you for caring about the people that society doesn't accept &/or try to understand the thought process of someone with mental health issues & traumatic childhoods, addiction problems without judgement. this is beautiful work. its not pretty but it tugs at the soul.

[@maureent8653]

Asha is such an intelligent woman.. hope her and her husband get on the right path.

[@noradaly1]

‼️‼️‼️ Mark you’re truly a gift from above. You’re a true and accurate, uncensored journalist of humanity. Please don’t ever let the real reality to be hidden anymore. Your work is what’s needed to be seen, not the altered reality being portrayed by the mass media, social media, and politics. From your work it’s apparent you’re in tune with a higher frequency than what you’ve obviously witnessed/experienced in your past. As there’s no way you’d be devoting your life to shining a light in the darkness. You KNOW what’s really out there. More than 90%+ don’t (sadly). These stories reach my soul within seconds and leave me with a lump in my throat for hours (if not days). From the bottom of my heart, thank you, as you’re making a difference. Vulnerability is the only bridge to build connection. Humans need to know they’re loved. You’re a great man. ❤️

[@Julia-vb3rk]

I am so sorry her family wasnt good..

[@locruz3664]

Awe Asha,I wish I can just hug you man, I’m sorry for the fucked up shit you went through in life. I hope your kids are doing well, stay safe.

[@Mint-kj9kw]

Peruvian and Korean...interesting mix.

[@murdamangoz]

A lot of Peruvians have Japanese blood huge Japanese community in Peru

[@orewahouston2143]

@@murdamangoz but she’s Korean not Japanese..?

[@BlaBlaBla-zt3oo]

@@orewahouston2143 yeah apparently being Japanese and Korean is the same thing, go figure 😂

[@Jls728]

Mark needs to come to the east coast and interview ppl here in philly. I have a feeling the vibe would be so very different

[@djblondi138]

crazy lives addicts live...i pray things get better for you

[@cassidyluker5930]

Please do not ask people who self harm whether it is a call for attention. It probably was painful to Asha that you pointed her scars out on video. Asha described it as an addiction so please do not project negative stereotypes on those who self harm.

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

I’m sure you’re right, but many cutters have told me they were trying to kill themselves by cutting their arms or legs. It seemed to me that if they were truly trying to kill themselves they wouldn’t be here to do an interview.

[@sheilaboland6285]

@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Maybe if you left out doing it for attention would be better.

[@msmissieboo]

Best of luck lady! You are so smart and have a huge sense of calming strong heart. You can climb up out of this! Hugs and prayers 🙏🏼💜

[@briesthoughts2261]

So sad. :( I hope she gets clean and loves herself.

[@kellysims5732]

My only way to reach you about the Tracy episode is through another Video. I find it so sad that you turned the comments off! I find her to be a very damaged yet honest individual. She has courage to tell her story and so many many young women have came to me and said that they were molested. This is an issue that needs to be discussed! I heard it takes 7 generations to stop the behavior in families. When I moved to the Midwest I couldn't believe the drugs the poverty and the incest. But to keep incest quiet is the way to perpetuate it. Im impressed at the way you presented this. You really really need to make a statement or give resources in your presentation. Thanks for your work.

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

I don’t understand your comment Kelly. There are about 350 other interviews on my channel with people who have similar childhoods to Tracy’s. I’m not sure what you’re asking.

[@kellysims5732]

@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly i didn't know this. I have watched some but nothing like Tracy's. I find them all very forthcoming and of social value. Like I said if you ever do anything on Narcissist abuse. Reach out. TC Kelly Siegel Sims

[@authorlydiagreen1862]

Poor soul, God loves you. It’s never to late to change.

[@gravelgirls]

Another case of childhood trauma, leading to self-hate, depression, and addiction.

[@leahboynton1280]

I would sit down with this lady and have tea with her. A very self aware and insightful woman. Take care of yourself, Asha x

[@b3bylexi]

I hope that her husband & her get on there feet again.

[@sherrycissokho-parker2988]

👍🏽Asha is a Mature Woman thats strong she have lot’s of experiences and knowledge and Most of all Wisdom She’s articulate with her childhood experiences and She’s absolutely correct in her critical statements Addictions are absolutely Harmful Mental Illness Services in America are greatly need More Of My prayers are with her always 🙏🏽

[@lialaie2214]

She's one of them old wise souls caught in her addiction.

[@myrak25]

She's so articulate. I hope she finds her way. Lots of love

[@gratefulknitters8899]

She's a tough cookie, super articulate and smart. I hope she can find her way back to her kids.

[@meganb3321]

Coming to these videos for help right now. I’m a recovering heroin addict and just ran into an old “friend” at the store. Got to talking to him and he just gave me some of the very thing that I came very close to ruining my entire life over. I’m still trying to rebuild parts of my life that I fucked up 2-3 years ago. And here I sit with it right in front of me begging myself not just go flush it. But something inside won’t let me. I need help. I don’t want to do this. Why am I not strong enough to get rid of it?! Knowing how badly I hurt everyone. I would give my life in a split second no hesitation for any person that I love so why can I not just say no to this one thing. But instead I sit here with tears rolling down my cheeks, my newborn baby boy in the next room, trying to convince myself that one time won’t hurt 😞 I’m disgusting.

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

Flush it and know it’s just your mind’s weakened state working on you. Self destructive behaviors are exactly that. The strength to do the right thing is a muscle. You develop it to become strong and that can change your life.

[@meganb3321]

@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Thank you Mark. I’m still sitting here with it with so much anxiety I feel like I’m going to go into cardiac arrest any minute. I don’t know if you’ve seen my other comment where I was telling you a little bit about my story. I don’t want to post my full name on here but maybe I could email it to you and if you google it I’m sure you’ll remember when my story hit the news, at least everyone else does. If you’re ever in Oklahoma I may have a story that might interest you. I’ve been asked by some talk shows and stuff but always turn everything down. But I think maybe getting the real side of my story out there and what really happened may be a huge step in my recovery and ultimately my goals for the future. I’ve just been so overcome with so much shame and embarrassment I have never been able to tell my story or even really defend myself from these fake stories and lies everyone seems to think about me.

[@elizabethcullen6166]

Megan, everything that means something important to you is on the side of resistance. You could do it. Maybe no one would know. But you would know. Make a decision for your new, fabulous life which will allow for some rest.

[@dddddaria]

I wonder where her kids are staying. She seems like she really wants to break the cycle for them at least.

[@allydaopera]

Much love. Praying that many blessings come your way

[@asmrlisten.tingle.repeat5520]

Thank you for sharing and thank you for your bravery.

[@genoflo4138]

Yes she is so intelligent and insightful She should become involved in spiritual matters. My sense tells me she would thrive and help people!

[@sweetnessford---notmypic2756]

I long for the day when drugs disappear,,,yeah I sometimes dreams I try not to cause when I do it's of things to come.... we love you I pray you find your steady ground before it doesn't exist.

[@juliadixon8465]

I wish you would take this style of interviewing to the Kensington area of Philly. Similar population: homeless addicts with comparable histories of sex abuse. Asha is the most compelling subject of any of the channels that do this. I'd love to hang out with her. Smart, cool, fascinating, kind. But seriously: go to Philly.

[@cathridge]

Yes, it's heartbreaking down there. VICE or somebody needs to do an episode and bring attention to the area

[@twistedthrifterb6220]

Nice lady .I hope she finds peace in her life.

[@annanirathsi1111]

The analogy of being a kid is really interesting and not one that I would have made but it makes sense. I think a lot of what gets people stuck in these situations, aside from the fact that housing is too expensive in La, is a self hatred and guilt. I bet some believe they don't deserve any better but I challenge that. They absolutely deserve love and respect and empathy and with more treatment centers and more affordable housing we could help people to get well. I know I would give money to any group that was actually providing a solution for people. The city of LA and the state of California waste 100's of millions of dollars NOT fixing the problem so I think it's time for private citizens to solve these issues.

[@tydance8865]

I’m here hella early. Mark you’re an angel!!!!

[@isabellag9126]

She is the first person who shows up as a cutter! I was one too. We have something in common.

[@Franaflyby]

Where there is life.. There is still HOPE. We shouldn't so quick to judge all the people on skid row, but rather pray for them to have a spiritual awakening so they can be set free from what ever they're demons are. The struggle is real.

[@mooncow-io]

"Have you ever thought you were TRULY suicidal or was it just for attention?" Please educate yourself on cutting and why people do it. This was a totally uncalled for and rude comment. The majority of people who cut are extremely embarrassed/ashamed of their scars.

[@truthseeker8615]

She has great insight , wish you the best💔

[@D2sMom]

Mark you are amazing. It breaks my heart to watch these videos, but I’m so hooked. ***Do they get paid to share their stories? I’ve always wondered that.

[@kaybee7680]

I believe so

[@nanilotti3321]

They do get paid some money... they mentioned it in other videos...but its not too much maybe 50-100bucks

[@thematriarchy2075]

@@nanilotti3321 He doesn't pay a set amount of money, and it can cost him way more than 50/100 per interview.

[@nanilotti3321]

@@thematriarchy2075 thst is what he said.

[@thematriarchy2075]

@@nanilotti3321 He also said that he doesn't talk about it anymore because it will create problems between interviewees. I also don't think it's really our business to know how much he pays. I do know that he doesn't just pay people, but he goes way beyond that. Paying for rent, food, phones, IDs, medication and a whole lot more. He has spent around 200K of his own money so far.

[@buzzbabe1901]

How come this particular place has this serious epidemic and nothing's been done about it? Just wondering...

[@powderandpaint14]

In LA they decided to put all the homeless services in one place, so many people go there and of course there are drug addicts so the dealers go there too. There are so many people services can't cope.

[@buzzbabe1901]

@@powderandpaint14 oh really, I don't live in America so I don't know this. Really sad!

[@EbBy_J]

It's the City of lost souls

[@meekmillions6545]

@@EbBy_J damn like that ? Lol 😆 lost souls huh , wow this channel got LA looking that bad smh

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

What “particular place”? If you’re referring to Skid Row (which is not where Asha stays) no one I know has tested positive for COVID-19 and they’re testing constantly...at least they were until they realized no one there was getting it.

[@magdalenaprill1182]

I love this lady ! Beautiful soul . Bless her xxxx

[@420Lethal]

U were interviewing people 30mins from my area at one point in the Appalachia area

[@tinoharding6913]

God Bless You Asha🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤

[@mynameisKiki95]

Her mom abandoning her is so sad

[@TrinoxAdam1026]

Sending this beautiful soul lots strength and love 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@payno20]

I think she’s amazing. Her mother, father, grandmother and family have all failed her.

[@dianeostertag244]

Asha i sure hope you can get your life back tigether again. I wish you so much luck hun... By the way any update on andrea?

[@magnuszetterqvist5936]

Thanks!👍😘🇸🇪

[@kawaiicheerljs]

"Are you truly suicidal or is it just a call for attention?"... come on Mark that's so incredibly judgemental. You speak as if those are the only two reasons why people self harm. Please educate yourself because sometimes your personal biases seep into your videos and make them hard to watch. You come off so condescending sometimes...

[@Josh-tf9cr]

What other reasons are there? Lmao

[@w0ahsam536]

agreed @LSmith_11 you would think with all the perspectives he has been exposed to that he would be absolved of the ignorance

[@josephmull2158]

Hey girl.. Not everyone out there is like that.. Big hugs and kisses. Smoke a joint and love life

[@solehozy6079]

I hope she Get better I hate to see people just down like that

[@BradleyPaulValentine]

Forgive me if I'm wrong, I don't mean to be petty, but something about her doesn't ring true to me. One of those 80% true deals while the other parts build and build. Anybody else get that vibe? I'm probably wrong.

[@veronicamascaro3041]

Yup. Me too.

[@monkeypot7641]

Mark...where does the name Skid Row come from? Just curious as I come from a different part of the world.

[@nanilotti3321]

Skid row originated from skid road, which was a forest track over which logs were dragged to get to either water for transport or the mill. By 1915, skid road had come to be used to indicate a street or area of cheap shops and resorts, a relatively disreputable district

[@carolsander3470]

@@nanilotti3321 Thank you! I live in South America and I was always wondering.

[@Toddtoddy78]

The name comes from a badass rock group. Park avenue leads tuh... skid row.

[@mybuttitches6450]

The dodo skidmarks in my draws.

[@CerealKiller460]

Why is it that heroin users all seem like creative, sensitive people but the character for meatheads is a bit different? Nust an observation

[@carinafleming]

Heroin is an opiate, makes the user feel euphoria so it makes all their anxiety/thinking calm down. Meth is an upper so it’s usually people who are already up people who love a rush.

[@CovertCrow]

Heroin calms anxiety in an anxious person. Meth stimulates it. It depends what kind of baseline person you are but people that are more sensitive tend to prefer opiates or downers because it calms the sensitivity while people who are less anxious or sensitive may prefer uppers because of the creative and "enhancing" effects they have.

[@kyleetie5608]

Very bright & able-minded, if she could just leave the drugs behind. Would love to see her get to the other side for good.