Heroin Addict On How The Drug Ruins Lives | Minutes With |

This episode is part of a brand new series for this channel called "Minutes With...". In each episode we'll sit down and talk to someone who has an interesting story to tell.
In this episode we hear from John, a former heroin addict. John was addicted to heroin for over ten years. We hear him discuss the impact his addiction had on him and what happened to turn his life around.
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[@Paul_Michael]

I could remember several years ago, I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Was actually addicted to heroin. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[@DassHibionada]

Amen God bless people. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health.

[@JanetRichardson-mq5es]

Can you help me with the reliable source 🙏. I'm 56 and have suffered for years with addiction, anxiety and severe ptsd, I got my panic attacks under control myself years ago and they have come back with a vengeance, I'm constantly trying to take full breaths but can't get the full satisfying breath out, it's absolutely crippling me, i live in Australia. I don't know much about these mushrooms. Really need a reliable source!! Can't wait to get them

[@SusanaGomez-mp8sk]

YES very sure of Dr.benfungi. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@DonnHowes]

Congrats! I'm really happy for you that your wife decided to help you. I always admire those who beat their addiction. Knowing it's possible to fix your life knowing there's people out there that have done what I thought was impossible gives me hope I will make it through as well. Those who share their experiences don't know how much it helps when you're about to give up, it gives you the strength knowing somone who actully know what it's like to go through this tell you it's possible, it's not the same somone telling you you can do it when they have no idea what it's like, but hearing somone who knows what it's like that helps a lot since you understand it firsthand and made it out gives so much hope. so thanks for sharing.

[@MariaHernandez-mb3qz]

How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

[@Sofiarey285]

My mother was a crack addict and gave me up to my alcoholic father in kindergarten. I remember seeing her smoke crack, it was so odd, she would stare at her hand then crawl on the floor like she dropped something. My dad got sober after he started taking care of my brother and I, which I am grateful. The next thing I remember about my mom is when my dad came to school to pick me up early in 4th grade. My still drug addicted mom was in the hospital having come out of a two week long coma. Some rando dropped her off at the hospital and they had to get courts to get permission to perform life-saving surgery on her because they had no idea who she was. She fell down the stairs (my dad always told us that maybe someone pushed her down but nobody knows), hit her head and had brain swelling. She lost her memory and partial sight and to this day is very child-like from the trauma. My older brother died of a heroin overdose when I was 18 years old. To say my life has been affected by drugs is an understatement. I feel silly explaining my life to strangers on the internet underneath a 2 year old video, but if someone is reading this and is struggling with sobriety I want you to know that I am proud of you. Being sober for one day, one week, a month, or years, I am proud of you. I celebrate you and I am truly proud of you. My brother couldn't do it, but you can.

[@burritolover5082]

Sorry for your loss and thank you for your words

[@drippnjimmy1033]

God bless you, I pray for your families safety and happiness.

[@cordislucian2195]

Oh man I love crack more than life...

[@il_principe]

God bless you, I hope you live a good life

[@danielfields4779]

powerful stuff thank you for sharing

[@marshalpeters]

Depression haunted my life from a very young age, and I was put on a bunch of SSRIs as a child in attempt to deal with it. None worked. Psychedelic mushrooms was brought to my attention. It was the first thing that actually had real effects. They should only be used with great care and respect.

[@KateFernando-td1nr]

I hear this is supposed to be good for people who have mental health issues. I actually just started the research process of microdosing and all that. Im to the point where I want shock treatment. 0:01

[@JoannaClare]

​@@KateFernando-td1nrdr.johnsonshroom is your guy. Got all kinds of psychedelics stuff. Guided me through my first ever experience 0:01

[@Anna-yk2pv]

Psychedelics should only be used with great care and respect, I would love to feel same man. 0:02

[@ThomasOlivia-dy5wi]

​@@RyanMaerckYES, he is dr.johnsonshroom. There's a lot of potential in psychedelics

[@tinna283]

Psychedelic therapy treats mental health issues, anxiety and depression. Likely will be one of the most profound experiences a human can have in a lifetime

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[@steceymorgan814]

Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

[@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU]

Yes, dr.sporessss I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

[@elizabethwilliams6651]

I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

[@steceymorgan814]

Is he on instagram?

[@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU]

Yes he is. dr.sporessss

[@krisztiankorosi7752]

This guy said more to me in 7 minutes than all the drug prevention speaker together over many years in high school

[@monstermunch7083]

Krisztián Körösi you will find that, I have spoken and spent time with drug counsellors of all kinds and not one of them has a real clue, a lot of great people who want to help but have never been high in their life let alone addicted.

[@dominicflatt7368]

Exactly

[@derekmuha9969]

you are damn right sir

[@krisztiankorosi7752]

I am still Junkie so i know what you are in 🙂

[@paulsartorelli3904]

Swurvin Media You have one of the most ignorant viewpoints about drugs that I’ve ever seen. You clearly don’t understand drugs and you clearly don’t understand what truly happens with addiction. Do you have sympathy for people addicted to alcohol? We know how bad it is (one of the top 5 most harmful drugs on earth), so I’m sure you have NO sympathy for people that drink, right? Also, do you consider natural psychedelics to be hard drugs?

[@christianfountain11]

My dad died of a heroin overdose when I was seven years old. Nobody had heard from him for three days but that wasn't abnormal. The neighbors across the hall complained about a terrible smell. They investigated to find out it was him, rotting, on his knees with a needle in his arm. If you're struggling with addiction and reading this, no matter how hard it may do your absolute best to not end up like him.

[@benmarshall4646]

You're an inspiration stay strong brother 💪

[@doubletapthatdotty4597]

Hate to break it to you but the body doesn't rot that quick

[@eatmypant5]

@@doubletapthatdotty4597 being a cop you see people die and an hour later maggots are running through their nose and eyes. the smell of a body 3 days after death is disgusting so just be quiet when you're ignorant

[@christopherburns2303]

Sorry to hear. But by your tone it seems you’re dealing with it well and using it as a positive motivation in your life. All the best... 🙏🏼

[@ricardoalves5488]

I first tried heroin when I was 17. Through my life I had almost every available drug there was. During the covid pandemic I got jobless and alot of time to think about life. I entered a methadone programm and I am clean since 4 months now. I had two relapses but I keep on. It's not easy, but it's possible. I will get rid of my heroin addiction. I'm very sure.

[@thrickthooter4403]

To hold a fresh psilocybin mushroom in one's hand is to possess the very nature of oneself. Their beauty meets their potency.

[@coryflores4964]

These are great healing compounds! When used in proper context.

[@kristahutchinson6519]

I remember having some minor surgery years ago and at that point I had never done any kind of drug at all. I didn't even drink small amounts of coffee or alcohol. They hit me with an intravenous dose of shrooms and I felt so good, so positive, and so thoughtful that I felt like I could've talked Hitler out of a wagging war.

[@jordanlewis5666]

I have done shrooms in small doses a few times, but a couple days ago I took almost 4 grams and had my first actual trip.l believe I truly experienced ego death..

[@chang3227]

Y'all all talk about the benefits but you don't say where one can grab from...

[@jordanlewis5666]

dr.rinehartshrooms

[@bjkarana]

To me, his most salient point is that _anybody_ can become an addict; addiction is so pernicious because every user says to themselves, "I won't be like _that;_ I can stop anytime." Thanks for sharing your story!

[@pinchebruha405]

Not true some of us can try anything and not become an addict, genetics and the psychology of trauma play a huge role

[@sannyassi73]

I don't say those things to myself or anyone. I'm an addict to all sorts of things, Opiates included. I'm not stopping. Stereotypes are convenient, huh?

[@multifister47]

@@pinchebruha405 anyone can absolutely become an addict, because addict doesn’t specifically mean use it once and you’re addicted. Most people can do a drug once and never do it again. Do it enough, you get comfortable, do it more, you eventually get a taste for it and become addicted

[@adrianflo6481]

@@pinchebruha405 Everyone is an addict to food and money, if your body didnt produce counter measures to make you addicted to surviving youd jsut sit under a tree content until you died and youd never produce any offspring that would share your bliss.

[@bjkarana]

@@pinchebruha405 I've heard a lot of people say that, but the old adage holds true: _the chains of habit are too light to be felt until they're too strong to be broken._

[@chrisbee487]

Im 13 months clean tomorrow. Well done John. Inspires me seeing stuff like this.

[@janeokeeffe5297]

Well done stay strong wishing the best for you

[@chrisbee487]

@@janeokeeffe5297 thank you my friend ❤

[@TheRebeccaDaviShow]

Congratulations Chris! So inspiring!!💗

[@chrisbee487]

@@TheRebeccaDaviShow thank you Rebecca

[@kevinrussell1319]

Keep in there Chris stay strong.

[@mrmervinjminky1536]

Always amazes me that people can turn their lives around so dramatically, ultimate respect.

[@omars-qz6rn]

it just takes one day

[@thedonofthsht76-58]

Its it's often the worst users. You gotta hit bottom

[@TheRebeccaDaviShow]

Totally agree! It's amazing to see!💗

[@HaycravingHorse]

wish I could do that too.

[@mrmervinjminky1536]

@@HaycravingHorse Do you live in Scotland?

[@briannetarver2261]

I was an every day user for 13 years. 5 years sober this September! Still trying to figure life out, and heal from that life. Love seeing other people come out on top. ❤️

[@BodyRibbonz]

5 years? I would say you did come out on top! Fantastic! You inspire me to try...

[@leaf16nut]

@@BodyRibbonz To try heroin? I don't think that's the message she wanted to spread 😂

[@tupakkaonhyvaa]

@@leaf16nut Nice bait. 😁

[@brettwilson7680]

Congratulations.. I've been in heroin for about the same amount of time. Day 2 withdrawal, feel like hell but I'm sticking this out.

[@brettwilson7680]

@Harley J Suboxone..today isn't so bad. The first 28 hours were absolute hell on earth, but I figure anybody can force themselves to go through hell for that amount of time. After that the Suboxone really works well.

[@jakeplayspokemon7390]

My brother, Dean suffered Heroin addiction, he overdosed & i got the call that he was in hospital in a comba. So i went to see him (The first time i had seen him in years) & held his hand and said im here bro. I had a deep sensation in my tummy and i knew he was going to die and the very next morning in the early hours i got told he had passed away. Heroin is the devils drug.

[@anonymous8466]

This man and his 7 minutes are worth more than any motivater influencer or self help guru can preach in a lifetime

[@Orgun1213]

Absolutely agree with you

[@nickbunt2209]

Amen to that.

[@markcasha1590]

💯👍

[@dominic3530]

Well the man with the iron lung is a contender :)!

[@IAn0nI]

That's very subjective.

[@95netta]

"something that i love more than a success story is, a story were someone destroys their life and then makes a comeback" Joe Rogan. I definitely agree with that

[@ippolea]

At least quote Joe Rogan.

[@ippolea]

Thanks for the quote

[@lillexus5589]

" Video games are bad" Joe Rogan

[@Kelbayram]

Dmt

[@lillexus5589]

@Natural Born Killer that's the opinion of some one that can't control himself in any way lol. Not the game's fault that Joey "Chinese Cash" Rogan has an addictive personality.

[@kiddboifr3sh219]

I was an alcoholic for 13 years. It crippled me into something I never thought I could be. I’m almost 3 months sober now and my life has literally done a 180. I can finally feel again. I know exactly how this man feels. Life is so precious and I’m so fortunate to have had the slightest will to change. God bless anyone who is struggling.

[@Lakefruit]

I’m incredibly proud of you for getting sober and sticking to it. I wish you all the best!!

[@ashleyculbertson3430]

you got this! I am rooting for you! Much love

[@cactuscooler48]

As a former alcoholic, I'm so proud of you! The first 3 months can honestly be the hardest. I know I'm commenting 10 months after you made this comment, but I sincerely hope you made it a year sober. But if not, don't beat yourself up! Any amount of time sober is better than not being sober. Keep up the good work - it's worth it in the end!

[@kiddboifr3sh219]

@@cactuscooler48 I’ve got 1 year and 16 days. I’m living a life I never thought I would be living. Everything is absolutely wonderful. Thank you

[@cactuscooler48]

@@kiddboifr3sh219 Hell yeah!! That's awesome to hear! Keep going strong! ❤️

[@rw4614]

The sad thing is that a lot of these drug addicts and alcoholics are highly intelligent people who have had a very bad run with life.

[@TheRebeccaDaviShow]

Love this comment! So true!💗

[@jimmycain8669]

Like other people don’t have rough lives. I’m an addict myself and their ain’t no excuse for that crap. Heard it all from “mommy set me on the toilet backwards during potty training”’ to infinity.

[@abitshady9562]

@@jimmycain8669 I have an alcohol addiction and like you say, there isn’t any excuse for it, I’m an addict that needs to sort my life out. I have my own successful business. I need to stop drinking.

[@alainvosselman9960]

True ! Seen it many times cuz i was living in that type of environment. I was an addict myself. I read philosophy, isoteric material, played chess, learned to play 4 instruments and did 7yrs of jazz academy later on in life. It's indeed a sad thing that it involves people who have capacities. A good friend of my who was an addict is actually a great artist, making awesome drawings. He could've gotten a lot further had he concentrated on that and if some one had taught him about integrity.

[@dirkve]

@@abitshady9562 U got it man, I don’t know you, but no matter how bad something gets. There is always light at the end of the tunnel, and sooner or later u will get there. Go talk to some people (professionals if u will), sounds stupid at first, but if you do it and win in the end, u will look back thinking it was the best thing u ever did.

[@jameshurst3279]

My dad was an alcoholic. He managed to go 6/7 years sober before he died. He is my hero for doing it. Anyone who can beat an addiction has my complete admiration.

[@oaksxnfx3147]

My dad's is and idk how to make him stop he does it every weekend or every other weekend it sucks man

[@oaksxnfx3147]

@Ciaran Eley so you wouldn't consider someone who drinks every Friday Saturday and Sunday and drinks heavy to the point where he is passing out in his garage not an acholic? I think not

[@starbright1256]

it's not how much you drink. it's what it does to you while your drinking. alchol is destruction to the drinker & all others. whether it's twice a month or daily. it's hurtful, painful & binge drinkers are more at risk than alcoholics to die from it. but daily drinkers get more of the liver problems generally. it's toxic. sorry to hear of your situation with your father. blessings to you. xo

[@KiraHunter2310]

@@oaksxnfx3147 he’s not an alcoholic then is he if he doesn’t do it every day

[@ChelsLoveCOYB]

@Ciaran Eley Stop glorifying alcohol abuse. Drinking every week is alcoholism.

[@lovedaybebe5881]

I’m 18 years clean . Thank you for sharing your story. Heroin definitely replaced a loss in my life . I think the most shocking part of it , is the subtlety of the drug . Like a gentle hug , no great souring high ! This is what caught me out . This gentle hug that turns on you and strangulates your whole existence ! Anyone reading this and watching , suffering . Go seek help when your ready. There is life after addiction . It is possible , you can love life again 🙏

[@rebel4466]

Damn. Well done

[@lovedaybebe5881]

@@rebel4466 thank you 🙏

[@ihavemacaroni]

begin again

[@M.b5277]

Thanks for sharing as someone that struggle with abuse of all sorts I've seen the light at the end of the tunnel. These videos and comments like yours are needed to help show the potential of change and redemption. It can truly show wanting to survive for better is possible I hope we get to see each other again thrive.i wish this message is received by all who may feel unheard I'm here and I understand my brothers and sisters.I hope we gain a little more understanding and learn to embrace divine unity.

[@markmcelroy1872]

That's so well said. Thankfully I managed to get out before it became a real problem for me (only used four times, over a month- I am an idiot and was well on my way to addiction, I had cravings for years, do not try this at home), but that's exactly what surprised me too, it's such a subtle drug and it doesn't feel like a big deal at all.

[@galy4547]

I took heroin for 2 years and became an addict. One day I woke up and I had this very lucid moment where I realised I was a prisoner of this and my life was completely ruled by the heroin. The same day I went to a rehab clinic, I passed all the cleaning process hid from my family and girlfriend, I said I had a strong flu and I walked that hell alone. I cannot put in words how it hurts in the mind beyond the physical cleaning pain. After that I was clean but emotionally broken, a horrible feeling. I heard about the Vipassana meditation retreats and I went for a 10-day course. That change my life for good, is the tool that made me recover the happiness and the full control of my mind and my life. No matter how deep in the hole you feel you are, you can get out and you can have your fresh start and feel the joy of being alive once again

[@Josh_J9]

Your absoulte scum

[@toniomiklo2406]

Amazing story. Thanks for sharing.

[@lks6248]

I wish my son had recognised how precious life is. He died aged 22. What a monumental waste of what might have been

[@user-nn1dj6tw6o]

Sorry for your loss.

[@lks6248]

@@joshmckinley520 you know nothing about our family or my son.

[@user-nn1dj6tw6o]

@@joshmckinley520 Why even comment this, so disrespectful.

[@joshmckinley520]

@@lks6248 Calling ur son a waste is a shitty thing to do, shame on you

[@rhie3885]

@@joshmckinley520 I think the person means the heroin made a waste of what might have been for their son, not their son was waste. Considering they also said they wished their son realised how precious his life was - a hateful parent wouldn't say that. Drug addiction can get anyone, good parents, bad parents. Don't be so presumptuous and rude.

[@teddygunzbarno2102]

Congratulations on being clean I can relate I was a herion addict for year's I got clean on August 28th 2009 cheer's mate....!

[@Fee_V]

Keep coming back hon! 💕

[@sandrea4872]

Congrats! You're both inspirational x

[@tristanbibeau704]

Congrats that makes you one of the strongest people:) keep it up

[@user-ib1tg9sm4f]

@Tj Gaming Happy for u Bro my mom is sadly a herion addict still

[@teddygunzbarno2102]

I hope she gets better its up to the person u can't force them they have to want it 💯

[@HiGlowie]

Utmost respect for this guy getting his life together and having the courage to be passionate about new things. That’s harder than it sounds unfortunately.

[@user-ex1yk7gk7g]

I began ‘secretly’ using at 14 due to not being able to cope with certain things and overdosed in 2015. Im now 24 and six years sober. I cannot emphasise just how precious life really is. I’ve just graduated from my masters and I have my dream job. It does get better. You’ve just got to believe that it does.

[@based_mediumchungus1788]

using heroin at 14? what the fuck, why not just do some weed or even some coke?

[@JT0007]

Are you still sober? Hope so.

[@user-ex1yk7gk7g]

@@JT0007 still going strong!

[@based_mediumchungus1788]

@@user-ex1yk7gk7g why would you even use heroin at 14? thats fucking stupid shit. responsible users of diacetylmorphine such as my self are not going to touch it until they are retired.

[@JT0007]

@@user-ex1yk7gk7g 👍💪🤜🤛🇺🇸

[@irwanahmed001]

5:31 - 5:42 “When we haven’t got security in our life and we’re missing something, anybody could become an addict” Straight facts, this applies to almost everyone, not just drug addicts.

[@DarthFurie]

Yep, he's so spot on. It wasn't heroin, but addiction happened to me too for the same reason, emptiness and pain inside. This guy inspired me so much

[@irwanahmed001]

scoot manke alright strong man with many hobbies. yes, hobbies r a gd way to get out of an addiction, but that does not mean u can just get out of an addiction thru that. when it comes to the more serious addictions, many additional steps r required which ultimately comes down to identifying the root problem behind the addiction and solving it and enduring the slow n painful process of rehab. for drug addicts, sinply getting out of an addiction is not that easy, and takes a lot of patience. at least they were weak before, but once they overcome it they will be much stronger imo. i dont really have any major addictions, just saying this with addicts in mind.

[@johnreeves3876]

"Write that down write that down" -some politician trying to sell themselves during an election

[@idfbjfodkdkdbdidndb8859]

@scoot manke what part of the uk are you from?

[@the_glitter_is]

I don't think people become addicts, but rather are born w/the predisposition that lies dormant, waiting for the moment to waken the addict within.

[@Rickie-37]

I appreciate how he brought up the fact that he's a blank slate after he got clean. Not knowing who you are can be one of the most emotionally challenge situations to face. Thankyou for sharing. And thank you for not giving up

[@richardpedley6291]

I was on heroin for over 33 years pluss metherdone and over crap im glad to say im nealy 5 months clean im 5 9 i was about 7 stone thank you for shering with us your story all the best with all you got on take cear m8

[@jasmeetsingh9536]

Enjoy life man and stay clean

[@richardpedley6291]

@@jasmeetsingh9536 thanks m8 and all the best to you but yea thirs no way id go back on opits i just hope people read these coments and dont wast thir lives like i did its just not werth it stay strong bruv

[@fg780]

Holy shit 33 years how tf are you not dead

[@richardpedley6291]

@@fg780 to be honest with you m8 i dont now just lucky i gess lol you now the one thing that did relly fuck me up was alcahol and thats legal personly i think in all hour lives we hit a wall and a nd we all have to grow up i rember getting my first dose of metherdone 1990 i walked out with a script 80ml a day crazy he could of killed me enyway im 48 now and gave up the meferdone and the gear for good im about 6months in now and trust me im never going back to old for been ill everyday mugs game enyway hope your well m8 all the best

[@RevolutionUprise]

Happy for this dude... He's overcome a monster. My uncle died from it. Much respect!

[@internetvictim4147]

rip to your uncle, bud

[@RevolutionUprise]

@@internetvictim4147 Thanks brother

[@user-ib1tg9sm4f]

Rip to your uncle bro

[@RevolutionUprise]

@@user-ib1tg9sm4f Thanks man, he was a great dude just suffered with depression. He made had a lot of positive impact on people despite all of that. Much love bud

[@RevolutionUprise]

@Lazz Perry Aww im sorry bro... yeah sometimes its just a darkness that you cant get rid of. The only way it stops for a short period is with that stuff... Good people die just trying to feel better sadly. RIP to your uncle as well big dog.

[@kayf516]

My daughter is just about to go to rehab for the second time to battle this addiction. It can be done & I have every faith in her. Never give up on those you love.

[@janettodd1441]

It's a hard thing to beat. Rehab didn't help me, but detoxing in jail sure did. I was clean for 5.5 years before relapsing. I'm now almost 2.5 months clean. It's a long, strange, hard trip.

[@arjovenzia]

It can be done, just keep in mind you cant do it for them, no matter how much love. the only person that can flip that switch is them. Its hard, but you may need to let them scrape the bottom. but you can be there to pick them up. its not much fun, loving someone in that deep, dark hole. Love is powerful, but it cant conquer heroin. the thing that sickens me is writing people off because they are addicted. they are still humans, worthy of love and respect. they may not appreciate it at the time, but they are still Human, underneath a shell. there is a fair chance the addiction will push them into places they'd rather not be, do things they'd rather not. treat the human underneath the shell. only then can they put it aside on their own terms. you cant tear it off. that does not work. best of luck to you and your daughter. some random dude on the internet sends love and hope. It is possible. its a process.

[@briantjepkema7758]

May I suggest methadone to help with your daughter. It allows people to get stability in their life before they begin to detox which can then be done gradually. I know many people that it has helped.

[@timharper4246]

Miss Kay, I'd like to suggest a program like Alanon. One thing a parent needs to learn is to fix their own thinking and not enable their loved ones. Being around addiction can make you just as sick as they are.

[@randommadness1021]

@@briantjepkema7758 methadone is just as bad, if not worse. Brutal to get off.

[@ndesdsadfd]

Almost 10 years off smack here. Now I realise how many precious years I've thrown down the drain for nothing, shooting speedballs, ruining relationships, fucking people over etc.... and the guilt. That kills me...Anyway, the important thing is it's all behind me now. God bless this man. Something has to click inside, that's the only way to truly stop.

[@msimon6808]

Drugs are not addictive. Except maybe for tobacco. Pain is addicting. Dr. Lonny Shavelson found that 70% of female heroin addicts were sexually abused in childhood. People in Chronic Pain Chronically Take pain Relievers. We persecute such people and call it morality. Not in pain? Opiates are unpleasant drugs. In enough pain? They are ecstasy.

[@Lezcho]

Gratz! Almost about to hit 5.5 years myself! He speaks the truth. I broke my neck about 4 years ago. I’d take a broken neck and body vs. an opiate addiction any day.

[@richardpedley6291]

🤟✌️

[@richardpedley6291]

6 months after 33 years wasted on crap £120 a day emagin how i could be liveing now if i could get that money back and most of all the 33 years of my life wasted and yes the gilt ways heavey on things i did to get my drugs big respect to everyone who as got clean and most of all who are trying to get clean hang in thir it will end i promise you and its so werth it in my day i was rageing on enything i could get my hands on im now disabeld du to a stroke in my erly 30s its just not werth it trust me choose life best of luck

[@chaphead91]

Congratulations mate. Keep going

[@NotDecided420]

I was a heroin addict from 2001-2010 after losing a girlfriend, and a close friend dying, I tried it. Or should I say "it tried me" and it liked me! Where I'd been in a depressed hole for 6 months, heroin filled it up. It was *exactly* what was missing in my life. Then just like this guy's story, and probably every other addict. I started out alright. But after 3 years I was an IV user, and I was injecting over £150 worth of heroin a day. (3.5gs) It didn't start out that way, but it never does. Until one day *I* decided that I wanted to get clean, that's when I got clean. Every promise I made before then, I knew I had little to no intention of keeping them. So whenever anybody asks me now, I tell them, until you're ready yourself to quit, you won't quit. You'll just continue to hurt the ones you love, breaking promise after promise. Losing friends and alienating family members. Until you're left alone with your one true love. Smack! Horrible drug.

[@NotDecided420]

Omg. Do you even read comments? What an absolute 🔧

[@redbanana6841]

Great man. He didn't just get clean and carry on with a destructive lifestyle, he became a positive force in the world. Inspiring stuff.

[@AriPicard]

I’ve been free of heroin for 14 years. I still get cravings at times. I get flashbacks of the taste and smell from smoking it. Sometimes the foil makes me nervous. My husband and our little boy are constant reminders of how blessed I am to have so much love to give and receive. Applying myself to everything I do, creating new things, making toys has become my new drug. There is no healthier sense of pride than to feel accomplished and making people smile.. nurturing is such an amazing feeling. Heroin was a gateway to learning to love myself in some ways. My shamanic path. I only hope that others can find freedom through that hell.

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Ari ari so true..what was I seeking..it was all accidental indeed.from 30 to $150 to $500 per day Thank god I quit before covid..the smell and sensory still there..I hid money all over Vancouver At horseshoe bay for emergency that never came

[@Al-ex92]

You're a hero 👏

[@christopherpitt9806]

And don't ever go back👏

[@mongo4511]

Well done girl. All the best to you and your family x

[@user-ug2oz8fj1q]

where do everyday people even access it?! i know no one who can provide it

[@suzannelacy8093]

Have just watched the brave ex heroin addict and it brought back the nightmarish experience of living in a caravan for two months with my heroin addicted daughter . I deliberately chose a camp site which was so isolated and impossible to access any transport , the first two weeks were the worst . To see my beautiful young child rattling whilst she suffered agony was heartbreaking for this mother as she weighed only five stone .We braved that time together and when she suffered withdrawal I held her so tightly just as when she was my little baby . She was clean and managed to get a job after weekly blood tests showed she was clean . Sorry 😔 for such a long long comment .

[@katsm-wo9704]

What a caring intelligent mother you are. Thanks from another mother

[@jaydawg4732]

You are an incredible mother and incredible human being. Your story is inspirational and really moved me.

[@SanamshaysTutorials]

Sending you and your daughter love

[@jamiemiller8850]

Wow well done mum, I bet your girl is so happy to have you on her side ❤

[@pavilmacaroni9427]

Thats proper parenting 👏👏👏 good on you

[@RK-nq3fj]

Much respects. Some of us are trying to quit much easier stuff - drinks, junk food, phone etc and struggle to succeed. Your turning around a much harder addiction is an inspiration for all.

[@BalHatase]

This guy defeated addiction and became a role model, congratulations

[@forbiddenhistory2331]

I took heroin for one month and quit. I just knew it was bad news. My buddy who started at the exact same time didn't quit. He died of an overdose 2 years later. He didn't make it to age 23. I turned 43 recently and couldn't be happier. I can't believe how careless I was at that time. It was really dumb. Don't do drugs kids.

[@nuraxgaming6601]

I'm now 16 years old and never took alcohol or drugs in my life. These comments and interviews are a good reminder of that I should never go down that path. Thank you. I hope life is treating you well, and may your buddy rest in peace ❤️

[@audreydoyle5268]

Except weed... if you're a chronic pain sufferer or trauma survivor (mental and/or physical)

[@ivagreen11]

@@audreydoyle5268 weed is also disassociation... Many ppl who smoke daily are living parasites

[@sadhu7191]

U would think we would make an opiate with no overdose risk. Some scientist has to make it. And steriods with no side effects like come on it would be over

[@forbiddenhistory2331]

@@sadhu7191 we actually have both... sort of. Methadone is a very powerful narcotic and it's supposedly "non addictive", which is why it is used by doctors to get people off of heroin. As for a steroid alternative, we have something called andro. It works just like steroids and could be purchased over the counter up until a few years ago. See Mark McGwire who admitted to taking it in 1998. Neither drug is as strong or quite as effective as the others. But it's the best we can do with modern chemistry. It's simply impossible to create anything equal to heroin and/or steroids without also compromising the drugs effectiveness. Heroin, for example, actually blocks the pain receptors in the brain. And that's precisely why heroin gives people a euphoric feeling. Take that away and it doesn't work as well (ie. people stop taking it).

[@selinakhan18]

I was an addict. I was snow balling up to 7 times a day. Quit 2012. One day at a time still. It's not easy, but it becomes easier by the day. Good luck to everyone. It can be done

[@eejyool5099]

Good for you, and congrats. I have an eating disorder which, from a purely scientific viewpoint, is less harmful but also less "rewarding" for the brain (much less) than heavy drugs, and yet I still struggle with it, so personally I can't fathom going through something like heroin addiction and then having the guts and determination to stop. Stay strong.

[@randommess6667]

@@eejyool5099 I dunno if an eating disorder is less harmful I thought alot of anorexics die

[@nolachino504]

💯 I Know all about that too I used to shoot heroin .8 years Clean now.

[@SnakePlisskin.]

Well done mate same boat diffrent ship tho...

[@dannythompson1948]

What does snowballing mean where youre from?

[@erinb1815]

I love hearing that you turned your life around! Amazing ! My brother is 18 years off heroin, and we all nearly gave up hope. God bless you! He will use you to help others.

[@earlpugg1322]

What an intelligent, thoughtful dude. I wasn’t expecting to be inspired by this. I’m glad he’s made the life for himself that he has now.

[@benjaminsemel6423]

i’m almost 10 months clean yeeeyeeeeeeee

[@SKIPPYBABBIDY]

Congrats!

[@saarahkerr]

keep going u got it✨✨

[@matteightytwo]

Nice work mate 👍

[@facehunter504]

Congrats keep up the great work

[@xxhpshrebyba]

congrats ❤️

[@MrAkeel360]

I hope everyone reading overcomes any issues they are facing in life.

[@asheresterhuizen786]

Thanks sixteen hard drug addiction

[@MrAkeel360]

@@asheresterhuizen786 at the age of 16??? You got your whole life ahead of you.

[@pitstop1338]

Thanks I have stopped dealing drugs like heroine because I was money addicted. Now I feel better and do social work

[@MrAkeel360]

@@pitstop1338 glad you got out of it and will stay away from it.

[@timdriscoll2528]

Appreciate it bro, I needed to read this. Hope you are well too mate

[@juanitaleak6482]

What a beautiful guy & a wonderful story about recovery. I don’t know this guy & my heart is so full of pride for him. What he has achieved is miraculous. I am so happy for him & wish him all the best 💙

[@dogsareawomansbestfriend]

Thank you for opening up and letting us know/understand how our loved ones are going through.

[@timothymoynihan8063]

I was a heroin addict from summer of 1993 to Oct 2 2012. Oct 2 2012 was my 37th birthday. I spent it in the ICU. My lifestyle of drugs and alcohol put me there. The Dr's told me 10 days later as I left the hospital, they were surprised I didn't have a heart attack. I just celebrated my 45th birthday a few days ago. I'm thankful I changed my habits and was given a second chance. Not everyone I know was as lucky. Please never walk down the same road as many of us had. Never be afraid to ask for help.

[@emmajane9403]

🙌🙌 Well done. Its so hard to get off substances so well done you.

[@jazread8121]

I’m so proud of you x

[@teelesynclair5902]

I don't know you but I'm proud of you. Im off heroin and cocaine 5 months now, i don't know my precise day i gave up because it wasn't planned, i ran out of money, got the shakes/hell and just never went back. I have a fiance who never took hard drugs and being with someone clean helped, he did watch me carefully and would get so upset if i faltered so i like avoiding hurting him

[@Legend29087]

Well done mate 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@teelesynclair5902]

@hairCarexo Xo you've made a positive change already, your planning on getting clean which is great. Do it for yourself, you deserve better, the life of an addict is no way to live, it messes with your mental and physical health, you have minus cash and its a life full of anxiety, ie. Where will i get money tomorrow? What if i can't get my fix or what if i get arrested or attacked? ect. I didn't plan a set day, i got ripped off with rubbish weak drugs and i didn't have cash to buy more and i just decided ive had enough of this sh and i want out so i just stayed in. Im not going to lie and say its easy because i did have slips, i did want to go buy some as soon as i got money but i didnt want to upset my partner who was watching me like a hawk as he worried id relapse. If you have a quit day i recommend you do some prep, like get some easy to cook and eat foods such as ramen, bread for toast sandwiches ect, ready meals and some isotonic drinks like gatorade/powerade to replenish lost fluid/minerals. Make sure you have good tv to watch, some quality reading too so you can just relax and chill. You wont feel like doing much, even a trip to the store might be too much so have supplies at hand. Have paracetamol/ibuprofen to lower a temperature and anti diarrheal medication with rehydration salts nearby. Dont surround yourself with users, or watch stuff about drugs and delete your drug contacts or better yet, change your number so they cant reach you cos when i quit my main dealer was ringing and texting me within 3 days asking where i was, acting like he cared, offering to front me a few bags if i was low on cash. Its not fun but i promise itll pass, you might feel like youve royally messed up and you cant get back to normality. You can, trust me you can and will. I was smoking £150 of heroin daily and also £200 worth of cocaine daily, i was a mess, weeks from death because i was that weakened. If i can do it so can you. Praying for you but i have every faith, you got this 💖😉👍

[@alecogden12345]

"When we havnt got security in our life and we're missing something, anyone can become an addict." So true, and it explains so much about society and peoples mental health

[@joshrichardson5067]

Which sadly has been heightened by Covid-19 and people being furloughed.

[@Crsf84]

jeezo when will the world toughen up instead of going down the mental health bollocks. Really quite shambolic that we as a generation are even considering this as an excuse for cunts . most people just want attention or use the mental health card for an easy time. Just get up get out and get on with it. very very simple .

[@Lol-vt7de]

@@Crsf84 It seems like you’ve had the luxury to live a life without mental health problems probably due to having a lot of security in your upbringing. Ignorance is bliss but it’s consequence is disastrous.

[@Crsf84]

@@Lol-vt7de No not at all I have family members that are crazier than a shithouse rat and have turned to class a drugs then expect hand outs sympathy ect ect ect. Just absolute nonsense you are your own enemy in situations like that. As above its mind over matter and people who cannot see it through are too weak minded. self inflicted drama.

[@andyfield6854]

Very, very true.Problems in my childhood led me to alcohol addiction and its ruined my life.I have been dry for 3 years and i pray i never go back.

[@sleeplessdreamer1814]

Loved ones who are addicts know this man had a miracle. Well done and God bless you.

[@CSRLaunchpad]

Congratulations to John for defeating his addiction. He should be really proud of himself, it's not easy at all.

[@blaketindle4703]

You’re an inspiration sir. So many good people who lose themselves in an addiction but you are living proof that one can overcome it! You can turn your life around! God bless you mate!

[@AB-ou4hl]

4.5 Years sober this month. To everyone out there in the same position, keep fighting the good fight!

[@karlosborne8723]

Good luck brother

[@Kate-kg5pf]

Congratulations!

[@ogchin6084]

Congratulations man

[@serinagjesdal4927]

you are amazing

[@porkch0p33]

10 years clean but there’s allways something that comes back to haunt you that on top of my severe depression 25 yrs of heroin and crack has done a number on my head really sad

[@gmailuser4479]

They should definitely show these at schools instead of what they should. This actually shows the much darker reality of addiction than what is portrayed at most schools and would do a much better job from preventing young people trying drugs.

[@Bruh..669]

When i was a freshmen in highschool, in my health class they brought in 3 drug addicts, one was 2 years sober, one was 5 months sober, and the other was 12 hours sober, the last guy was really scary and almost seemed like he wanted to hurt someone that told him he couldnt have any dope

[@luzibel289]

Instead of what they do*

[@non-ofyo-business3399]

I disagree, I mean telling someone “not” to do it is bad enough. Just look at our country, hasn’t worked out to well. Has it? But scaring kids is no better. Truth of the matter people are going to do what they want, and drugs are included in that. Drugs will and have been around for a very long time. If it’s not nature giving it to you (such as weed, psilocybin mushrooms, lsd extracted out of ergot which is a fungus, and I can go on), then it’s humans (meth, heroin, cocaine). What we need to do is to teach them both sides of the spectrum the positives and negatives. Then you have to put trust in them to make the best choices. You can’t control anyone and when you start trying to take away free will you divide if it’s not a family then it’s a community, if it’s not the community then it’s the nation, etc. I’ll probably be the first person you ever meet that will tell you drugs can be a GOOD thing. Keyword being CAN. Certain substances have the ability to profoundly change your thinking for the better. Some actually have the ability to treat PTSD and be effective! Others depression and anxiety also proven to be effective. Funny thing is they are all schedule one substance yet they are all NATURALLY OCCURRING! All have the ability to help you in times of need whether you need a fresh new perspective on things, certain mental problems, or “soul searching” as some might call it. Let me get one thing out there I am not advocating for drug use. I am not saying we should all go out and do drugs. But if that person decides to partake in it you should allow them to do it. But you should teach them how to use it safely and responsibly. If you want do something stupid, there’s always a safer and more responsible way to do them. My favorite way of putting it is like this. If someone asks you why drugs are bad, they are likely to respond “they can ruin your life” Or “they can kill you”. Okayyy. But skydiving has the ability to kill you or ruin your life yet everyone’s okay with that. The saddest truth is the United States legal system will ruin your life way before drugs do.

[@Skindoggiedog]

Stop talking.

[@jayden793]

@@Bruh..669 that’s bs

[@Jw-dp2cp]

It’s so beautiful too see people have a complete u turn and get away from the absolute hell and mental torture of heroin addiction. I also got on it in 97 and will never forget the day I woke up physically dependant. You explained it so well because my life was never the same after that for 21 years either. Absolute hell. Il be 5 years in December free from any substance. Keep going brother I’m so proud of your achievements 🤙🏻

[@NefariousDoings]

What a genuine inspiration this man is.

[@emeraldxo]

Addiction is hiding it from your family, getting high everyday and telling yourself just this last time EVERY TIME. It's withdrawals, it's giving in to temptation, it's having no self discipline or self love. It's losing your job and losing your friends. It's losing your lover because they can't be with an addict anymore. It's dropping out of school, wrecking your car, going to court. It's being unemployed, it's overdosing multiple times, it's depression, it's being suicidal. It's being up for four or five days and thinking someone is watching you through the vents and windows. It's getting blacked out drunk, ruining the holidays, and getting arrested. It's being intoxicated every single day of your life and you can't remember the last time you went one day sober. Addiction WILL fuck you in EVERY aspect of your life. Just say no, foreal. 💯

[@andytavs2890]

Very deep

[@mikesulyvahn7143]

Very well said…

[@AtibaVV]

SvckWrld

[@AtibaVV]

Svck4L

[@gdfggggg]

My older brother was a drug addict from about the age of 13. He started on trips and dope, speed then by about 15 was a heroin addict. He was also an alcoholic. In his mid 20’s we discovered he was schizophrenic, probably a result of the drug taking. He managed to get off the heroin and was getting his fix through prescription medication provided to ease his schizophrenia and drug addiction. What the doctor didn’t know was that he was getting his weeks worth of drugs on the Monday and downing them and then buying his other drugs to keep him going from illegal drug dealers. The amount of drugs he was taking would kill a man instantly, but his body somehow got used to it. He lived like that for years. A year ago he was found dead in his flat at the age of 53. Amazingly, the coroner report detailed that they could find nothing wrong with his internal organs despite the immense abuse he’d given his body over the years. He basically just keeled over after one of his Monday binges. He will be in a better place now. RIP Sean.

[@sneezystudios5856]

RIP Sean

[@hugo0420.]

rip sean

[@Player420_]

RIP SEAN

[@gdfggggg]

Thanks all, that's nice.

[@Petem7668]

Did he keep some what good physical health or eat good? Maybe that’s a factor

[@aesthetic.destruction2341]

This man is one of the strongest people on this planet. Some cant even imagine what he went through, and actually "outlived" his addiction with sobriety.

[@Whippy99]

My days, this man is incredible. This interview should be played in schools. An ‘ordinary’, intelligent, self aware and honest man who pulls no punches. I’m absolutely in awe of him. On a personal level, I respect fully, his animal activism. What a man. So inspirational.

[@nicklavarini5231]

I am absolutely hanging on every word this bloody wonderful man is saying... No pity for himself , just the utmost integrity and sincerity.... What a great man....

[@palmeadia]

Well put!

[@jbuckley2546]

Not so wonderful when driving whilst disqualified, high on heroin.

[@mikefamey6809]

He went through something worse then death.

[@helentee9863]

@@jbuckley2546 he admitted it,that takes honesty and courage I'm sure he doesn't think that makes it right, that's not what this is about,being right, but about accepting how wrong you were to change the future

[@timscimeca978]

2 years clean from opiates. Hardest thing ever to do ... without my family i would have been dead.

[@maisy7502]

thats massive, so happy for you :)

[@jerrybartlett7479]

Sounds like you had good support from your family. I did too and it was very helpful.

[@vantastroganoff4370]

Good men..I realize cold Turkey was not smart Now I seeing the complications..breathing Is wheezing..swollen joints.thank god I never use needles

[@benstricker8555]

Glad you’re sticking around Tim

[@Ashfold_Eberesche]

Good on you bud. I know how tough that is, but 2 years is amazing! You're definitely over the hump now, and you've got the rest of your life in front of you. I'm proud of you mate. Even though I don't know you, I know exactly how big of an achievement that is and I know how tough it must have been. Learn from your past and use it to motivate you into building your future. Good luck my friend, and congratulations.

[@jermm2183]

I have complete admiration for this man, beating such a strong addiction and turning his life around for the better. I wish more people like you were near where I live, you continue to make the most of this gift you worked hard for!

[@MissBonger1]

Massive respect for this man, an incredible role model in this generation - so many blessings to him!!

[@Rickmarine1]

In one month’s time I’ll be 4 years clean from heroin as well. This guy was pretty spot on with what heroin addiction is like. The drug is so powerful, it makes you feel SO good to the point where you’re in utter bliss, nothing bothers you. You feel warm and fuzzy, happy, and for me it took away all my anxiety and sadness. But when you run out, the withdrawals would make you feel the complete opposite. It’s literally the worst feeling in the world, words do little to describe how bad it really is. It really is an amazing thing when someone gets clean and stays sober, it way harder than it sounds.

[@briang.7206]

If you have studied iradology its examining the eyes using a chart you can see the condition of the body and organs.someone's who's on drugs will say they feel ok but using the iradology chart you can see the damage to their body. Drugs give you a false sense of well being.

[@coopsawright7225]

Were you ever on methadone and if so, how was it for you. I have been on the done for 2 years now and it does offer a little bit of pain relief but I wonder if it is even worth it now ?

[@Rickmarine1]

@@coopsawright7225 no I never got on methadone, I asked to be put on Suboxone and it was enough to help me through. Although the withdrawal will still pretty intense the first few days off heroin.

[@coopsawright7225]

@@Rickmarine1 May the road rise with you and thankyou dearly.

[@Rickmarine1]

@@coopsawright7225 and you as well, take care

[@danniis9444]

I'm 15 years clean from heroin. It is absolutely a 24hr job being an addict. After a while you take it to just feel normal. It has destroyed my life and the lives of those I love. The grieving process you go through when you stop using is unbelievable. It's like mourning for a deceased love one. I wish I could do my life over again.

[@chris4181]

im 20 yrs clean last week and u are totally correct its a 24 hr job to keep clean. i can still taste it and smell it . oh how i loved that lil rock. but i love my wife and daughter more. it might still some days nearly break me but when i see my girls i know i can fuckin smash anything. keep your head up and keep loving hard. all our love from down under

[@carpediem4512]

I had to leave the country to get clean. It’s been 21 years, but I know if I ever tried it again, I would be right back to square one in no time.

[@leonc9760]

That's the feeling I had when I stopped abusing opiates, I just wanted to get those 10 years back i was on them that were a blur and just gone like I hadn't lived them......15 years is amazing though, you should be proud of yourself

[@leonc9760]

@@chris4181 20 years? That's fantastic mate, reading messages like yours is what gave me the courage to ask for help and I'm currently on methadone -which I've reduced to only a small amount, no more heroin, fentanyl or any other opiate I could get my hands on! Can't wait to be free of methadone to and one day say I have 20 years clean! Thanks for sharing, it definitely helps others

[@chris4181]

@@leonc9760 my bro thanks for the love. mate i kniow u can get 20 yrs its going to be fuckin hard and everyone and thing will test you. but i know YOU CAN DO IT

[@martinelongum2439]

Thankyou lovely man - good to see , my newhew is an addict these days and I still hope he comes through

[@TheKidLAROI.]

You’re a LIVING Legend my friend, glad you turned your life around and do good things for everyone and yourself!

[@superdannny]

“i met up with..... someone I knew. i’m not going to say friend.” jesus, that says a lot

[@markvincent522]

I am a recovering opioid and cocaine addict. I’m also a recovering alcoholic. I haven’t used opioids or real drugs since August of 2008 and booze since October 31, 2014. I went to treatment four times before I was 25, overdosed on OxyContin while doing “bourgeois speedballs,” and had several close friends die from overdoses. I went to treatment a fifth time at age 28 because it had been awhile since I’d gone, so I figured I’d quit drinking. As this man says, I’m one of the few who made it back. I live my life for the ones who didn’t make it back-they deserved another chance just as much (or more) than I did. If feels like it was the life of someone I didn’t know who lived hundreds of years ago, but hearing other people talk about similar experiences makes it feel like it’s still right behind me. I was that person, but I’m no longer that person. It feels like remembering an extremely close friend who slipped away. It’s an “epidemic” now, but there were so, so many amazing, beautiful people who died from this shit who aren’t remembered because they died when it was considered a moral failing and not a disease or biopsychosocial condition. They were victims just as much as the people dying from heroin right this very instant. At the time I was using, doctors were literally giving prescriptions away-we’re now witnessing the end-result of that cavalier attitude. The crackdown came and everyone had to switch to heroin. Doctors and pharmaceutical companies created an entire population of medically induced addicts and then decided they should be cut-off because it was a bad look. F**k American doctors and f**k American pharma. They lined their pockets while I buried my friends. If you have a problem with drugs, booze, eating disorders, gambling, mental health, etc., please find help. You’re worth it and things can always change for the better. People can always change for the better. Nobody is hopeless. Never believe anyone who says you can’t change. Never quit fighting for the life you know, deep down, is what you deserve. I was told, and told myself, that I couldn’t, I did anyway, and now I’m telling you that it’s absolutely possible. You can do it and you’re worth it. We all deserve better.

[@stephend7679]

Very true mark there is always help and hope etc. I have now been sober for seven years still very difficult etc....

[@originalog6995]

How do you find drug dealers

[@prey_xo]

@@originalog6995 what the fuck kind of question is that

[@originalog6995]

@@prey_xo well if I wanted drugs how would I get them seems like a pre normal question

[@markwelsh3957]

I've lost a lot of friends to gear over the years but also luckily have had a few survive it. I saw the battles they went through day-to-day and am so glad they got through it, as I am whenever I see something like this. Well done to you mate!

[@cpgodfrey8584]

You are an inspiration & thank you so much for sharing your story! I am a recovered addict for many years; however have been & am continuing battling several chronic illnesses & trying to watch more inspirational stories to remind me how precious life is. I love that you are also an advocate for animals which is near & dear to my heart. You should be extremely proud of yourself! Thank you again!

[@Anticulation]

I've been battling severe drug addiction for 25 yrs. I managed to get 1 year clean back in 2018 and thought i had finally beaten this horrific condition. One day i got it into my head that i could have a few beers and immediately flew straight back into hardcore addiction worse than before. People like this man here give me hope that one day i'll make it.

[@mj3026]

I was clean off heroine for over 7/8years & in may 2018 I had to switch my sisters life support machine off & I walked out the hospital went straight to someone’s house that I knew was still using & made them score for me & only now in the past two weeks I have reached out for help I’m only a week clean again, & I know it’s no excuse that my sister died but I went back to what I knew would take all the pain away & it did for a week then I was back to square one, but what I’m trying to say is anyone going through this hell please reach out for help don’t suffer in silence like I have for the past three years I feel like a weight has lifted off me

[@capralmarines4043]

@@mj3026 I feel you man, im trying to come off a suboxone and after 1 day of being off of it i went straight back to the previous dose. I can't handle the withdrawals, not being able to sleep at night. But hey, im sure that we all have a big history of relapses, it's the characteristic of this disease. That's great that you're seeking help, i believe in you man.

[@nffctrickett]

Ugh I honestly hate the lies that us addicts tell ourselves. "Oh I'm fine now, I can have a few just to take the edge off." Never works that way unfortunately

[@keeponpainting]

Praying for you mate .

[@happydillpickle]

@@mj3026 So sorry to hear about your sister: that's an incredibly tough thing to have to do. Everyone has their own coping mechanisms, some less healthy than others: you don't need to feel like it's an "excuse" or whatever. Losing a family member or friend is massive relapse trigger (I hate that word, but can't think of another) for anyone struggling with staying off drugs or alcohol: it even is the cause for some people to start their first addiction so don't beat yourself up. You're getting help now and that's the main thing. Take care of you, same to all of you out there struggling with addiction. I tell you something though, if we put as much dedication into a healthy pursuit/dream as we did into using, we can make anything work! You know it Xx

[@TheRebeccaDaviShow]

"When we haven't got security in our lives and we are missing something , ANYBODY can become an addict!" This touched me! Amazing to see how he SUCCESSFULLY managed to turn his life around!💗

[@drabalisallat2188]

Me too, that inspired me to become an addict, best decision.

[@2760ade]

The guy hit the nail on the head! Very intelligent observation.

[@godzilla928]

@@drabalisallat2188 Choose a heroin then. But don't smoke it, be economical!

[@enriquegonzalez760]

God bless you man!!!! Finding a passion is super important. If you are missing that piece is your life, becoming addicted is easy. May God be with you

[@MatManExtreme]

Lots of respect given to this gentleman and the other commenters. I'm just 14 months clean from the drink and can totally relate to the story.

[@JamieLoweJ]

This guy gave a whole speech about animal cruelty and heroin abuse at a festival i went to over a year ago!

[@variedadesvariadas7785]

I'm not quiet there but I struggle to get clean, I'm hooked since 1995. I'm still searching for a way out, I'm 41 now and I know one day I will get out. Congrats bro, keep on like that brother

[@travisward7302]

I just turned 24, ive been on fentantlyl since 18. We got this dude..theres more to life like he said but i am still struggling to

[@stevelinnen8286]

Good luck mate I’m similar, trying to get off the methadone after using for 20 years, 39 myself. What a waste! But gotta keep hope.

[@stewartmathieson8397]

Good luck guys. Lost a brother this year to it he was 28 years old. Not a blood relative but a brother all the same. Not a day goes by that we're not constantly thinking about him. His family is doing their best to get by but everyday is difficult. Remember whether you know it or not people love you and their world will always be missing something if you're not in it

[@tells550]

Joe Shmo hopefully one day you’ll get the help that’s needed.

[@dominicflatt7368]

cross medicated what ive done since 1992 on the booze now and tablets now never felt worse...only reason i gave up street gear cos getting nicked all the time...hate drinking now it's bad

[@LucasPenido]

What an amazing overcoming story! God Bless you Bro!

[@jamestabbron8124]

You don't get people mentally stronger than those who have been addicted to something like Heroin and have managed to stop, its nothing short of incredible really. I hope anyone out there with an addiction as bad as this, can find that same strength.

[@jasonreeves4955]

Yes yes yes ,I was on the brown for 16 years . I am 2 years clean from everything. Methadone , smack, alcohol the lot 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Well done my brother one day at a time.

[@sabrinalopez9647]

Hmmm... The brown?? I’ve only heard that in San Antonio where I’m from. Are you also from Texas??? And congrats on the 2 years!!!

[@jasonreeves4955]

Sabrina Lopez No mate. From London .

[@deanrav1499]

I cant kill the odd alchol day, I am on subutex , and doing a benzo taper, its fucking hard,,,, props to you mate

[@sabrinalopez9647]

Jason Reeves oh wow I just never hear anyone else call it “brown” unless you live around San Antonio Texas in the States. Thanks for lmk I was just curious.

[@jrichards203]

Well done mate

[@markselfinflicted4975]

What a humble man. God bless you sir. I'd love to hear more from this guy!

[@chelseamiller3242]

Love to see another addict recover! What an inspirational story! Nobody knows the depths of addiction unless you've lived it. Thankfully I'm still alive to tell the tale too! The definition of alchemy "turning your pain into power" sending love to anyone who's still in active addiction. A life without drugs & alcohol is possible 💫❤

[@TristanBanks]

Good on this man, for not only saving himself, but then choosing to save others from slaughter and abuse. He even took some time to come on here and talk to us! Top quality bloke.

[@socore4659]

"When we haven't got security in our life, and we're missing something, anyone can become an addict"... Seems pretty spot on. Thanks for that.

[@traceyroberts5439]

Cherish this life, bravo! My son is now 4 years clean from heroin.

[@newage5d831]

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. Your advise to have no regret is very precious.

[@rhondachiodo3438]

His description of how it feels to be a heroin addict and re-covering is right on point. I'm 3 years clean and never forget the hell I was in.

[@devianadkar7969]

"Mothers womb". A description I have heard from almost every person who has or is addicted to heroin.

[@zeitxgeist]

I always described it as a big hug from mum

[@ilyakoryavov3897]

that's fuckin disgusting. terrifies me for some reason

[@ethanperry8]

@@ilyakoryavov3897 same, heroin in general terrifies me

[@ilyakoryavov3897]

@@ethanperry8 My grandpa found my aunt rotten and literally molded into the floor with only eyes sticking out. She OD'd and spent almost a month in a closed apt. It was +30C outside all the time. When he told me about it I was only 7 years old, but he made sure to not spare any details. I have since fooled around with many things, but never even seen H in person. Never will. Fuck that shit. Life is precious.

[@shoutatthesky]

I've never once used that term.

[@VapidToast]

I'm always so proud of people who fight the battle to be clean longer than their addiction. You got this man

[@candycrush]

What a FIERCE and BEAUTIFUL human being. Bless!

[@Jadymoo1994]

I lost my dad to an overdose he could never find a way out, I hope someone reading this knows there is always a way out and lots of people are here listening as you just need to open up is the first step and you’ll get there eventually try a good support network and distance yourself from others using it.

[@flynnmckee2703]

❤️

[@vicklemiss]

It’s so important for people to hear these candid stories. Drugs don’t discriminate, you never know what people have going on or what journey they’ve been on. Pray that you can stay clean and find happiness

[@paulsartorelli3904]

For real. And what makes it even worse is that many addicts have underlying problems (depression, anxiety, trauma, etc) and abuse drugs to mask the problems. So when they’re demonized for being addicts, they’re more isolated from other people when they need it most, the underlying issue might get slightly worse, which makes them use more drugs. We’ve got to change the cultural mindset

[@tommychoppa7564]

feel like people who can understand and relate to this video have already been through it them selves. it's clear that all the ignorant judgmental people commenting don't know shxt, have never dealt with addiction, and cant understand the vid.

[@twigwhite]

@@tommychoppa7564 Not always: I've known some alcoholics or even potheads very judgemental about others addictions and so called "hard drugs" (illegal ones)

[@markhenryramsey9132]

What a fantastic interview and what a soul-warrior 💪🏻. Proper role model.

[@josetaveira7094]

This is shivering. Thanks for this

[@PutriOddity]

After three overdoses in a month, the last of which nearly killed me, I decided to sweat it out for two weeks and I have never looked back. Worst drug ever created in my opinion. But Congrats on getting sober dude. I know it's not easy

[@drgiblets8463]

How are you hanging in bro, good luck

[@kareendeveraux1847]

You haven't tried antipsychotics. You can do a heroin withdrawal in a few weeks, while it can take years coming off of antipsychotics. Those aren't street drugs but forced onto people because it creates profit for big pharma.

[@olivercollins1076]

You've got this, my friend! Wishing you all the very best :)

[@gordonlekfors2708]

I used heroin casually for a year, about 2 times a week, sometimes 3, and then I got better things to do and stopped. never got addicted, and haven't used it in many years now since. I know many people become utterly addicted and ruin their lives, but different users, different stories.

[@giorgibe1378]

@@gordonlekfors2708 bro you had good life, most people that get addicted are unhappy, and the drug fuels their emptiness.

[@KnifeModders]

I love hearing stories like these, it's so inspirational. I was a full-blown alcoholic at the age of 19 after watching my childhood idol, my uncle, be nearly decapitated in a boating accident. I was determined to not be sober, I didn't want to feel or to think, I just wanted to escape my reality. By 22 I had moved on to meth and heroin, was homeless, and had burned every relationship; complete self-sabotage. I can't express the copious amount of opportunities that sobriety has given me. I feel as if my life is really just starting for the first time, I am now 27 years old with 1 year and 6 months clean. I went back to school, I'm able to hold down a job, I have a roof over my head, and a warm bed to sleep in at night. For anybody who is reading this who is an addict, I really mean it when I say that getting sober truly will truly be the best high you will ever have, seeing yourself capable of being successful and having everything you thought was out of reach, so keep trying, take a risk and get clean. You won't be disappointed.

[@keri117]

Congratulations friend! All the best on your journey! ❤️

[@truckinghell1655]

Really sad yet inspiring . I lost my sister to heroin last year after trying to help for so many . It's great to see someone get out and get rid of the demons that made them need to start heroin . I hope this inspires many others to help people and pass on the message that there is a way out of the addiction

[@CortexZero]

I'm approaching 7 years of sobriety. No smoking or drinking either. The last thing you said is a very crucial, the regret will dig at you for many years, I would know, but do you know what I did? I made my peace with my mistakes. You have to just face the things that you did, and every day do something better than those things.

[@Meloncholymadness]

I have so much respect for people that beat heroin, when I say I know how hard that fight is, I speak from experience.

[@kedro2152]

Autumn Aurora I lost a very dear and close friend to that stuff, evil the way it grabs a hold and won’t let go, I miss my friend lots.

[@joellawrence5868]

Thank you for sharing, peace and blessings be upon you brother

[@Gav_Rez]

So hard to explain what addiction is like, doesn't have to be illegal either. Thank you for talking about it.

[@adambarrs92]

When you're born you have a bright light that shines through your childhood... as you get older that light dims through tough times and experiences, leaving you with all sorts of mental and emotional complexes/feelings. Staying in touch with that light is the most important thing you can do and letting that light go out is the absolute worst thing. Addiction and lack of self respect/understanding are a couple of the signs that the light is dimming and you've lost touch with reality and as you said yourself, the preciousness of this life. You were one of the lucky ones. You appreciated at the darkest moment that you were still there, a contender, and how beautiful this gift of life is, but so many people do not and stories similar to yours often end in a very sad outcome. You don't need to be ultra successful, rich, powerful etc., all you need to do is be in touch with that light and be sure to never let it go out.

[@vantastroganoff4370]

ADAM SO TRUE I was lovable interstellar kinda dude..the one all others ask deep questions I will always give the answer to make you see things differently..catering to position you seek will be delivered..mister retrospective was I Only keep me saint I'm not stupid I was around the echelon of vancity.you cant hang with uppity bein a fluff The ELITES of van is eh separately Devine in own self worth ..one day I told chip wilson #LULLULEMON. Preteen sheer yoga what I saw on ferry.summer day an lil girls flaunting body in sheer yoga. I snap & our FRIENDSHIP was over Ten years ago..I gladly sold all shares..well he bought it back.. I'm better for it But something is missing I SHOULD not be living alone in fucking million dollar haus..the drugs have dim my light Ok I'm off to forest #pacificspiritpark

[@Harkz0r]

Reading this comment is painful because I _feel_ how true it is. While I don't think I've fundamentally changed from the person I was when I was young, it is true that what was once a blazing fire has at times been reduced to smoldering embers. I have always been careful never to let that flame die out. I think I did the best I could but I'm not sure if I can say I did enough or am happy with the results. I see so many comments here from addicts and ex-addicts and they're so heartbreaking. Substance use is one thing I would never allow myself to experiment with. (Including an excess of alcohol. My father was an alcoholic. I know how that goes.) To me it was just common sense. Nobody I have ever known that has any experience with drugs has said "you should start using, it's fantastic". Every piece of information out there is about how harmful it is, how addictive it is, how it can at worst ruin your life and at best be something you will struggle with for the rest of it. I never wanted to know or to take that chance. Because I'm important - to me. I'm the one person that has to live with myself for the rest of my life. I feel like a lot of people that fall into this trap must suffer from a lack of self-love, which I just find sad. There are things I don't _like_ about myself, but overall I would say I do love myself. Some people would call me judgmental, or say that I think that I'm perfect, which is really not the case. By society's standards I'm a loser in a lot of respects; I'm far from perfect. I've struggled with depression and a chronic lack of motivation and self-discipline for some time now, though there are some lines I refuse to allow myself to cross. But it's self-evident to me that it's a road to nowhere. The fact that there is so much information and so many experiences out there that paints such an overwhelmingly negative picture and yet people still choose to do these things is... I can't really put my finger on how I feel about it. I suppose it's something like, "I don't know why you're doing this to yourself, and I wish you'd realise you're worth far more than you think." I can't help but feel as though many people are selfish above and beyond the philosophical selfishness inherent to all living things. It's true that we all have to manage our own emotional wellbeing, but I wonder how many take notice of the harm they may unwittingly inflict on others who get involved with them. I feel like any issues I have should not become other peoples' problem, and I hold honesty in high regard, so in that respect I can find it difficult to sympathise with addicts who did terrible things while in the grip of addiction. But the feelings that lead people down the start of that road in the first place I am probably quite familiar with. I just couldn't stand the thought of becoming dependent on something external. It's a messy world we live in, but I'll always be wishing for people to find their version of happiness, so long as it doesn't come at the direct expense of others.

[@adambarrs92]

@@Harkz0r Wow... thank you for the reply... it's made me tear up a bit to be honest. You obviously have your head switched on and clearly have a strong mental state. For someone to not only be able to self analyse, but to also act on it is a very special trait and you should really appreciate that about yourself. Don't worry about being a loser haha... I'm the same. It's a sign that you're strong willed and independent, and often how you feel when you've had what can only be described as an 'ego death'. To truly not care about what others think of you (within reason) is a ground-breaking thing. The times in life when I've had the highest social status are also the times when I've also been the most mentally unstable, and as you accurately touched upon, the times when REAL self love and worth was the lowest. You live your life trying to please others and end up replacing the void of self esteem with external validation, which is a thirst that will never be quenched. You will never be truly happy and only be chasing temporary feelings that instead only make you 'feel' happy. I've been there and it's bullshit... You pretend to have the light but it's really at it's dimmest. You can't love or respect anyone else until you love and respect yourself. This is why you can't comprehend people that inflict pain through selfishness. It's all because they don't love and respect themselves. There's deeper issues that even they themselves don't understand so they do whatever is necessary to make themselves 'feel' good. Children are born with this light of enthusiasm, motivation, love and brightness. Little angels isn't just a saying... kids are literally angels. With so much beaming energy, it's so important that they are raised to keep that in tact as much as possible. I've got one and another on the way and I can tell you it's the most beautiful thing in the world. My mum was an alcoholic too. You're very right in feeling that many people are selfish, no matter how close they are to you. I'm feeling it all the time... trying to keep my family together and usually being the emotional punchbag, often being called 'judgmental' as you are. I see that as a good sign though. You're in a place that you're so sure about yourself that you can really care about others and when that's not reciprocated fully, it's because you're actually the backbone of the situation. You may not get appreciation but when push comes to shove... You are the strongest. Keep that light going no matter what.