Hi, I'm Lucy | Lucy Moon

Hi, I'm Lucy and I have an alcohol problem. Let's talk about it.
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[@doddleoddle]

I love you and this is incredibly brave and strong. And I'm sorry we didn't understand the signs. But now we're all here for you and this helps us help you!

[@wemiriart2943]

i love you so much dodie aaa and also i agree, she and everyone else dealing with this is so brave and incredible and strong ! we're all here for you

[@lucymoon]

You've been amazing dodes. I didn't even understand the signs! Love

[@harpreetmarwaha4268]

Lucy Moon I come across this video by accident but I'm glad I did. I work for a substance misuse service and I see alot of people come through the doors wanting support, they say that's the hardest part and by just realising that you may need help is the 1st step. this is an Amazing video to share for all to see especially someone as young as you so show others who may be suffering like you. There are so many support groups out there, our service runs a group called SMART Recovery which always has great tools to help in your recovery. All the best in your recovery. x

[@romansotodel-gadillo976]

Love you Lucy, you are an incredible woman for posting this video...you're my hero❤👄love you n support you always❤❤❤❤❤

[@romansotodel-gadillo976]

I'm proud of you

[@rust44]

I think alcohol and getting drunk frequently is a bit too normalized in general. Probably why no one can see when there is clearly a problem.

[@evan]

[@mac8563]

Evan Edinger who are you how did you get 300 likes on a "

[@Leah-kl6ii]

Mac he's one of her freinds and an amazing youtuber also ❤️

[@RustyClantonOfficial]

This must have been so hard to make. Mad respect.

[@BertieGilbert1]

BIG LOVE LUCY! This is incredibly brave and admirable of you. God speed

[@ayannar8589]

Until I watched this video I had stereotyped "drunkeds" as these 50 yr old men with beer bellies who go down to the pub and drink tons being aware that they need to stop but they dont. This has opened my mind to a whole new perspective as you are someone I admire. I hope with the support of your friend and family you can fight this. i love you x

[@ayannar8589]

(i meants "friends" not friend, Im aware you have more than one teehee)

[@ayannar8589]

***** I'm under the legal drinking age. So i'm not that experienced with alcohol (even though it tastes good)

[@ayannar8589]

***** Ok cool, I guess i just don't have a very good perspective on the matter. Thanks for broadening my views.

[@user-rr6uy7re9o]

Ayanna Robinson You just described my father.

[@ayannar8589]

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[@HeyThere005]

Lucy this is so heavy and real. Thanks for sharing.

[@morgrugyn]

HI ASHHHHHH also wow didnt expect to see you here Also hi Also I just watched your not live thingy I'm not sure what the name is Also hi

[@addictwithaphne6770]

I'm 18 and I've never gotten drunk, but I have an extremely addictive personality. I've decided that I'm just going to completely stay away from alcohol. With all I've seen (which is not even that much compared to some) I know that it wouldn't be worth it because it's ruined so many lives, and even the lives it doesn't ruin, it really doesn't make them any better. I don't judge people for the way they live but I do wish more people my age would see it the way I do: more harmful than it's worth.

[@Webkinzsuperfan]

Addict with a Phøne Wow, that’s amazing of you. How awesome! :)

[@caitie226]

Perhaps a good call. I also have a personality that seems wired for addiction and I'm also careful about alcohol as there are many alcoholics in my family. I think it's important to note though that there are many people who can have completely functional lives while consuming things that can be incredibly destructive for other people. I encourage you to stick to your guns, or venture into things like alcohol slowly and measuredly. Good luck four years on!

[@abbitaylor564]

My mother was an alcoholic for the past few years and passed away in July. We never saw the signs. Alcoholics are not just people who stagger around and slur their words and sit in the pub all day. Alcoholics may seem perfectly fine. Alcoholism does not make sense to most people. People need support and need to know it's okay to speak about their problems.

[@lele-re8je]

Abbi Taylor I am so, so sorry.

[@jesusismybestie3]

My dad passed away last February due to his alcoholism. Thinking of you, Abbi, and praying for healing in this time

[@kialafiction]

It's so hard staying sober it really is but I've been sober for 3 months now, it is possible Lucy 💓 keep strong

[@elliemr5427]

i'm glad you've been sober or three months!!!

[@StarMintaka]

kialafiction Congrats! Keep it up :)

[@courtneylewis2415]

kialafiction well done! keep going! you can do it xx

[@kialafiction]

Courtney Thomson Thankyou!!💓

[@FlorenceOrchard]

kialafiction wow wee congrats!x

[@khesed9390]

For Lucy: I'm 17 and have lived with my loving family my whole life. My father is an alcoholic and it doesn't change how I see him. He drinks because his service in the war, his mistakes, and his alcoholism. Our family deals with it well and always remind our selves its not the person its the disease. People who truly love you will stay to support you and can attend Al-anon for loved ones of alcoholics. And you can attend AA meetings. Find people to talk to about it and help you. I often hear, 90 meetings in 90 days. He can do it and so can you. and even if you fail and start over it is a life long battle and you'll have to get up and keep fighting it. Love your videos by the way, beautiful person, beautiful life. Dont give it up

[@lucymoon]

+Dork lots of love to you and your family

[@LieutenantSheep]

I'm so sorry your father is struggling. Mine does as well- I know how much sadness and stress and trauma you can suffer when you have to be responsible for a parent. I hope that you have someone to turn to for emotional support. I don't know what to say other than I'm sorry. Hugs from one daughter to another

[@gabrieleknuhr927]

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[@CollyGraham]

Dork surrender to win collygraham.com/life-story/

[@courtneyskyla]

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[@rosianna]

I love you and I am proud of you. Thank you for using your voice. I support you. x

[@BathroomJams]

Rosianna Halse Rojas glad to finally hear from someone who can't relate to their sober self because everyone seems to think that a drunk mind speaks a sober heart but that's not true

[@doukavictoria]

Dear Lucy, Please consider finding a support group or an AA community. You don't have to go through withdraw and the road to sobriety alone. The rates of success in remaining sober while in a support group are so much higher than trying on your own.

[@evercuriousmichelle]

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[@cielogoods]

Yes! I'm coming on one year sober and my 12 step program and many meetings a week have helped me stay sober when I never could before.

[@kermitandfrodo]

This was really enlightening to watch Lucy. Being a 16 year old who has never gotten drunk (had a few 4% ciders but thats about the peak aha) you see alcohol and being drunk glorified within social media and the media in general. Education within alcoholism and being drunk is limited and lots of people who never drink alcohol go for the first time at 18 and completely black out because they have no idea what they are doing. This must of been such a hard video for you to make but believe me this was sooo helpful, thank you xxxxxx

[@kermitandfrodo]

True, I think more should be done in college and school to ensure people are aware of alcohol and the consequences associated with it x

[@lucymoon]

I could make a whole video about the glamourising of alcohol in the media

[@kermitandfrodo]

yes!! Please do, I think a video like that would be so helpful and interesting to watch. I find every video you make interesting to watch but I especially think your perspective of that would be a good one xxx

[@daisyvorn1797]

That would be fascinating...

[@WannabeWriter100]

Completely agree. I'm seventeen and have had much the same experience and though I doubt alcohol is ever going to be a problem for me (I'm generally not a huge fan of the taste), I know I have a very addictive personality and this video is so educational with regards to why you have to be *so* cautious with alcohol and substances like it. As a newly-graduated young adult I feel so fortunate to have been able to watch this video just as I'm about to head off into the world. Thank you so much for making it Lucy, I know it must have been incredibly difficult to film x

[@mikecurtis389]

I'll be sober now for 37 years tomorrow. I know it can be done. well done you. happy for you

[@Erin-xz2ng]

I am in tears. You are the exact same as me and every time I tell my friends I'm going to stop drinking completely they say the same thing... "just slow down." I have been trying to "slow down" for YEARS but it just isn't possible. I have one drink and I can not stop for the life of me. I have destroyed relationships by becoming a monster when I drink. But I think being a sweet, innocent 20 year old girl (when I'm sober) confuses people. I know I have a problem and I need to stop... thank you for this video. I truly believe it is fate that this was on my recommended page and I wish you all the best, Lucy. We've got this!

[@adarshsanand266]

Erin which branf is ur fav

[@amandaatkinson6544]

Erin I’m in the same boat! I’m ruining my life. I hate who I’ve become! I don’t know what to do. I’m so ashamed of myself! I want to stop so bad, but I can’t! I truly feel this will kill me.

[@armansoroor]

My dear, lm leaving my number to you so that you can send me a message on whatsapp. I'm intending to open a group on whatsapp so we help each other to get rid of the monster inside us that has been sucking our blood for years. Let's do that together. You can ask anyone who needs help like me to join us. 00905524353125

[@christinag4968]

I'm the very same way too. Im going to aa tomorrow

[@Nadsow]

Same! I hope you guys have found peace.

[@holly9869]

As the daughter of a regularly relapsing alcoholic, I really appreciate you talking about this, thank you.

[@soleill931]

I'm literally going to do this with you. I've wanted to quit alcohol for years but I just couldn't, and now you gave me hope again. We can do this Lucy, I believe in us.

[@lucymoon]

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[@charlottehardman3669]

Even though I'm 16 and technically still underage, all of my friends have been drinking heavily for a few years now, and that's the reason I've decided to be straight edge. I know I have an addictive personality, and because I've always been a little (aka a lot) insecure around people and I always want people to like me, I know that if I started drinking there's a high chance that something similar to this would happen to me. Also because of the supposed calming effects of alcohol as it is a depressant I know it would be so easy to use it constantly as a way to calm my anxiety, especially when I'm out in places with lots of people that would stress me out, so I really don't want to run that risk whatsoever. Alcohol can be a fun recreational drug that can be fun to drink in moderation, but the risk of it becoming an issue for me is too high for me to risk, and the potential negative side effects of that would be way too severe for me to risk for the sake of taking a substance I don't like anyway just because everyone else is and I want to fit in. You're so brave for making this Lucy, and the fact that you're aware of your problem and are working to make it right shows such great strength! I'm proud of you girl, keep going, if you slip up its okay, just focus on your little achievements along the way to keep you on track, and hopefully you'll be much healthier and happier for it! Much love ❤️

[@ciscoisaboss]

You and your friends shouldn't drink in the first place, there's a reason why there's a limit to drink

[@naomicarter6261]

I think it was brave of you to post this, and I think youre taking a great attitude - although maybe it would be better not to 'do' drinking in the first place, thinking this way is a really mature way of acting - keep going! xx

[@kateirvine1711]

Hey Lottie :) I am few years older than you, but just wanted to say I am exactly the same! and went/am still going through the same thing. As I have, I'm sure you will have experienced people not understanding why you don't drink. But you are so strong for identifying within yourself what is best for you. Keep at it, you're amazing xx

[@colindee5677]

Hi Charlotte. I stopped drinking some 40 years ago when, as a sixteen year old going to parties with school friends and tipsy on cider, I found myself saying dumb things to girls (I love you) and having to feel embarrassed the next day. I, like you, recognised my addictive personality, I didn't like the taste of alcohol and I certainly didn't like its effect: All of which made the decision to not drink easy. What was slightly less easy was dealing with a pub society which then (late 1970's) didn't understand soft drinks on a night out. I might also say that it was a time when drink driving was socially acceptable and people told stories of and laughed about being too drunk to walk but driving home! Nevertheless I have actually received very little hassle for not drinking in all that time and I have never regretted not drinking. If your choice is to not drink, don't be diverted by social pressure (if it comes). If you are confident in yourself about your decision, people will accept it. You really can enjoy yourself just as much as those that are drinking and you will NEVER say or do something that you need to blame on drink. X

[@jakewhittet6013]

Your comment on your social circles loving alcohol hit home for me. I'm coming up for 1 year sober and finding things to do with friends that werent alcohol was tough in the beginning. Even now tbh.

[@asma_tique]

you got this Jake ❤

[@libertyhemming9360]

I wish people would understand that alcoholism affects more than the drinker. It effects the people around them- alcohol creates abusers. The drinker MAY (not all) will abuse the people around them, mentally, physically, emotionally. So please if you are an alcoholic get help, it damages so many people. Thank you Lucy for making this video, I know this will help xxx

[@libertyhemming9360]

Also even at my age, I have such a strong WANT to drink but my birth dad was an extreme alcoholic- it runs in the family so for as long as possible I won't drink because I know I'll get, maybe not addicted but I won't want to stop?? I'm going to use all my will power not to because I know it's not right!

[@annieausten1784]

I don't want to tell you what to do and I actually really respect you for this comment. I just wanted to say that you probably can drink. If you understand the concequences of drinking and how to drink it you should be fine. Drinking safely will probably be better than simply denying it altogether. I don't know, I'm sure you will chose what's right but don't be worried if you want to have alcohol. You are strong and you will know what's right,

[@tuxxedomask]

My mother is an alcoholic and got sober when I was 5, but knowing about her relationship with alcohol made the beginning of my relationship with alcohol toxic. I would feel guilty for having sips, feel disappointed in myself for having a drink, feel as though I had done terrible things simply because I had a hangover. Feel bad for having fun with my friends on a Friday in university, where I would have 2 or 3 drinks legally. It pays to be cautious. It is good to know what problem drinking behaviours are like before you drink, and to know what could happen. That being said, despite alcoholism running in my family I can happily say I'm not an alcoholic, and even since moving to the alcohol driven culture of the UK I'm not even a problem drinker. Your fear makes perfect sense, but also know it is possible to have a healthy relationship with alcohol despite your history.

[@AceGangx]

I can really empathize with your situation. Similarly, growing up, my dad was an alcoholic and the illness has been passed on for many generations. Fortunately, he parted with the excessive drinking about 7 years ago, but the damage has been done. Growing up with an alcoholic realllllllly messes with you. I'm now physically unable to be around people who consume alcohol; it makes me too uncomfortable. I'm also too frightened to drink because I'm so fearful that I will easily lose control. But, I'm sure this extreme avoidance isn't very healthy either. I hope you can find a happy medium where the consequences of growing up with an alcoholic don't affect your life. I wish you nothing but the best!

[@martinjmendaza4154]

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[@TimH]

Brave video. Proud of you :) miss you pal, hope you're doing okay

[@annalauraamenta]

Hey Lucy! You are amazing, seriously. I've just stumbled upon your channel & I am so happy to have found you. Your content is original and you seem like such a great person. Thank you for talking about this very important subject that - as you said - nobody ever talks about. I couldn't have done it!

[@kendall1968]

I have been sober for 8 months. I will turn 50 years old this week and this is my first successful attempt at sobriety. I write about my experience on my Facebook page for the same reason you shared this. If it helps one person, it is worth it. I am sure you have helped so many with this video. I am sorry I just discovered you today, but I am excited to see your other videos.

[@Lina98747]

You said to me on Tuesday night that you were going to be filming this and I could not be prouder of you for doing this! I know it's so difficult and getting over the things you told me on Tuesday are hard. You are incredibly brave for doing this!

[@lucymoon]

+Katie Cumper 💕💕

[@booksandbabushkas]

The last person I dated (and had to break up with) is an alcoholic, so thank you - this was incredibly enlightening. I still have feelings for her and I don't know what to do about it, but suffice it to say she's done things much worse than the ones you described in this video, so...I don't know. But this video makes me feel like maybe I can understand her a little bit better, since she's described many of the same things. Best of luck in your journey to sobriety.

[@lucymoon]

+moscowmasha the best support I received was from my ex boyfriend, he really helped me. If you can, it's worth trying to work through things and giving her another chance as you might be the key to her improvement

[@TatteredPaintbrushes]

I wanted to chime in on this for just a tic and say that I really believe that anyone struggling with alcohol issues is dealing with something much bigger. Alcohol is one of the largest industries on our planet, it's one of the most damaging poisons we've legalized for consumption and anyone suffering with alcohol abuse is dealing with something so far out of their control and something that is pushed so hard onto you. I'm not gonna assume what your significant other had done while under consumption- but I know that I've dated people in the past who have done some VERY irreversible things they never intended and can never take back.. But I know that if that alcohol had not been given to them on a silver platter ontop of all the other things going on in life, they never would have done them. :( In the very least, stay in contact with them and like Lucy says, you really could be a key to their improvement.

[@miss3vana]

I wish you all the best in your struggle against alcohol, thanks for sharing your story

[@polinabckff]

gosh, i know it's weird to say, but it's so good to see lgbtq+ people from russia. it just makes me feel a bit better, since i live in this country as well and since i am the part of this community. and i know what you mean. one of my friends (she's turning 16) is an alcoholic - she won't face it, but every time i see her drinking it makes me feel weird. and now i feel like i needed to support her and tell her she might need some help. but i didn't.

[@Ilikefrogs..]

Lost Goose I've seen some very eye-opening documentaries about being lgbtq in Russia, (no offense to Russians, and not that homophobia doesn't exist everywhere to some degree) but it must be incredibly lonely and difficult. So I'm sending you love and hugs from Canada.

[@KatesAdventures]

Thank you so much for making this video Lucy, it's so powerful and I know it'll help some of your viewers immensely. Sending my love and strength to anybody who can relate to this xx

[@OverlyHappyPeasant]

You should feel proud of yourself for recognizing that you have a problem and working towards fixing it!

[@BlackBettyES]

I'm not done with the video, but I just want to say it before I forget: Twice already you said: "I *think* alcoholism is a mental illness", the thing is, alcoholism IS classified as one of addictive disorders, which are a type of mental disorders. And also, you say people "can't empathize with mental illness unless they had it" and I strongly disagree. And a lot of people keep saying that, and in the end it's just gives people an excuse to not even try to understand mental illnesses. My point is, I've never had a problem with alcohol and I can empathize and understand you, why shouldn't other people be able to too? And in the end: Take it slow, one day at the time IS a lot even though it doesn't seem like it.

[@lauren8627]

I agree xx

[@hopeelizabeth9210]

What you're think of is SYMPathizing, not EMPathizing. You can understand but there is a whole layer underneath that can't truly be articulated unless you dealt with alcoholism becoming a problem. I understand addiction and know some things about it, but I've not experienced it with alcohol, so I can't empathize with Lucy, but I can sympathize that she struggles. If she said anxiety and depression and OCD then I certainly do empathize.

[@Unacuncunaamarilla353]

do you have withdrawal symptoms? I'm sorry I don't want to be nosey but I'm a psychologist and it sound more like an impulse related disorder than alcoholism. Maybe it would be good if you went to a psychiatrist or a therapist that can help with the diagnose because if it is "another thing" the treatment would no just be to just stop drinking. I hope you don't take this the wrong way I just would love to help. cheers for the video, I think it's very brave

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[@anthonyanderson7315]

I'm a recovering addict and I really enjoyed the way you put this out there it's a really brave thing and you are an inspiration I'm 4 years sober and its one day at a time. thanks for trying not many care enough to make the effort😌

[@JeffAMiller17]

Sending love to you. I'm proud of you for being so open and I thank you for talking about this.

[@evemee5469]

Could I please just add that if there is excessive alcohol intake on a regular or daily basis you need to see your GP because going cold turkey may not be an appropriate option because it can lead to serious withdrawal symptoms. You may need medications such as benzodiazepines to stop these. Good luck with your sobriety Lucy! Xx

[@BestWishesBaz]

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[@jpanda]

Eve Mee yes! This is so important! Withdrawal isn't just missing the alcohol but you could get really bad physical symptoms too. Also, Lucy, I don't regularly watch you but I really do wish you the best!

[@perturbedpoet2491]

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[@nicetomeetyoubro]

You are right in that going cold turkey can be dangerous in many cases, but benzodiazepines are among some of the most addictive prescription medications out there

[@evemee5469]

Samantha diazapam is used frequently (at least in New Zealand) in the short term to treat the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal such as seizures. Some times they are necessary 😃

[@bjh33]

You just 100% explained me. I'm so with you girl. I'm 16 days sober right now. Before that I was 8 days sober, and before that I was 32 days sober. You will most likely have hiccups along the way, but it will be so worth it. The first week is 100% the most difficult, after that when I reached the month mark I hadn't craved a drink for about two weeks. I wish I'd just stayed sober the whole time since then...... I'm oddly lucky in the fact that I'm chronically ill/disabled so I rarely get to actually "go out" and drink. I did all my drinking at home, alone, so it was mostly easy to hide. It became entirely a crutch for my pain relief and anxiety. But even from home I could be reckless. I'd end up talking to people on Facebook chat and revealing embarrassing things or saying things totally out of line. Or I'd post a status or tweet and get in arguments because it's something I normally wouldn't say. Then on those rare occasions I would go out.... my god, the shame the next day and the regret is absolutely palpable. The final straw though is that the last holiday I took with my mum I ruined due to my binge drinking for two weeks straight. That was last summer. She then passed away this year in May. That regret alone was enough to know I had to stop. I'm here for you Lucy. If you ever need someone to talk to outside of everyone you know then please feel free to get in touch with me on twitter (@ witchybuns) or whatever. We've spoken via DM before + you were kind to me so I want to reach out with kindness to you. Much love + light xo

[@FlorenceOrchard]

Witchy Wellness I'm happy you're taking steps to improve. I'm so sorry about your mum, hiccups don't matter as you said and I think you're bloomin amazing!

[@bjh33]

Florence Orchard aw thank you Florence! It's so kind of you to reply to my comment with such lovely words ☺️ much love + light to you friend! 🙏🏻

[@evercuriousmichelle]

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[@Discovering_Nicole1]

Witchy Wellness u are not alone. I have been sober for 19 months. try AA it is amazing!

[@Fa8es]

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[@ekl2000]

Thank you for making this video. I am in my last year in high school and the way you described yourself and your friends in high school is very much how me and my entire town happens to be. This was really enlightening to watch. Much love

[@SammyGrl007]

I am so proud of you for not only recognizing the problem you're having but for also being so open about it.

[@cleoh666]

Thank you for talking about this. My struggle with alcohol has been intrinsically linked with my mental health. I've made so many mistakes from drinking excessively...it's hard to come back from those especially because it's easy to put it down to alcohol when really, there's something else going on. I'm very similar with the inability to limit drinking to 1 or 2, I've had to go sober in order to try and heal my relationship with alcohol but I don't think it's safe for me to ever have it.

[@cleoh666]

I can relate so much to the change in personality when drunk, blacking out and the intense guilt and regret the morning after :(

[@katieknish5653]

congrats on one week :). making this must've been scary, and I really value your honesty and bravery. you're not alone. we've all got your back.

[@katieknish5653]

P.S. I really, really relate to emotional hangovers. They're some of the worst emotional states I've ever, ever experienced. I said it before, but you are so not alone!

[@micarex5256]

you are not alone in this! if you slip, forgive yourself, remember why you are doing this, and start again.

[@fleurdejasminee]

This is exactly what I've been struggling for a long time and I was so relieved to see this because now I know that someone other than me has the same problem and is taking a courageous step to fight it. Thank you so much for this video Lucy.

[@thewowchronicles2869]

This is such an amazing video Lucy... I can't imagine being in your situation and I find it hard to put myself in your shoes but I can appreciate the bravery it must have taken to post this. The reason I love KZbin so much is that people like you share things, whether positive or negative, and then people find relations and connections and realize that they're not alone. Thank you so much xxx

[@hilarybarker4069]

I didn't even realise how ingrained the stereotypes of alcoholism are in our society until you mentioned how people just weren't accepting that what you were going through was a serious issue that needed help. When people ask for help and are met with "no you don't need to change a thing" then something is seriously wrong. Thanks for helping me shift my perspective, this video was eye opening and so incredibly brave of you to share.

[@davidlance5310]

0:10- "hi Lucy" (traditional AA response)

[@TheLifeOfJord]

Amazing. Well said Lucy.

[@aileen0711]

This popped up in my recommended videos and having a dad who's suffered from alcohol problems for years and still suffers from them this hit very close to home. I wish you nothing but the best, I hope you'll be doing better or at least get to the place where you can learn how to not cross certain limits anymore. It's not too late for you yet, take the chance while you can.

[@BathroomJams]

Hey Lucy. I think I suffer from a similar thing. I love drinking, I love feeling carefree. But for some reason when I drink I always do/say something that hurts someone I care about. Often I forget doing/saying these things the next day only to have someone address me about it. And when they do I've many a time been in disbelief. I can't relate to my drunk thoughts and actions when I'm sober. I don't agree with them. I refuse to identify with them. But I have to take responsibility. Because I did these things and sober me has to deal with the consequences. My s/o recently told me that my forgetting doing hurtful things is pathetic. That I was pathetic. And I feel pathetic. Thank you for this video Lucy.

[@BathroomJams]

You literally made me cry at the end. So many people told me when I suggested that maybe I should not drink alcohol anymore that it was silly and to just drink less. But I don't know if I can.. Like you said, once you have one a powerful urge takes over and makes you want more..

[@lolamarie696]

Bathroom Jams same

[@oddjoke1]

I'm about two months sober now, so far it's been hard, but I notice that it gets better and better with each day.

[@evercuriousmichelle]

You've got this!

[@oddjoke1]

Ever curious: Michelle thank you!

[@oddjoke1]

Rebecca M thank you! I'm still doing alright.

[@mediocreli]

Thank you so much for this, I've been struggling with this too and to see someone I look up to admit and try to help themselves is inspiring for me. I hope all goes well for you!

[@laurenalexhooper]

I’m so incredibly impressed with your honesty and strength. You’ve done something so important, both for yourself and others.

[@jwinkies3011]

Connor Manning- AConMann is also a sober KZbinr and talks about his experiences with alcoholism from time to time- Have you heard of him? Anyway, thank you for sharing Lucy. Stay strong, we're here for you xx

[@lucymoon]

+The Tweeky Gang Connor is an angel

[@CitizenOfNeverland]

The Tweeky Gang He just made a video response to this too!

[@vee8347]

yes lucy! I havent drunk for over two and a half years now, since I was 17(!!!!!) but honestly it was such a good decision and now not drinking is easy xxxx

[@vee8347]

honestly I relate so much, I have NEVER in my life just had one drink

[@vee8347]

AND THE BLACKING OUT OMG

[@lizweiss3910]

This is so eye opening and real, thank you for putting this into perspective for me. Thank you so much for putting yourself out there ❤

[@thepersonthatiscrazy]

Thank you so much for talking about this.I Wish you all the best on your journey x

[@nisargaramesh3010]

This took a lot of bravery to do. I really wish you all the best

[@indiecindie87]

This was me. I don't drink anymore because I become this narcissistic, self centred, selfish awful person. I cheated on boyfriends, would make a total fool of myself, would spend SO much money and was so nasty. The first time I had a night with my friends and woke up the next day without that awful knot in my stomach and I didn't have to worry about what I'd done and who I'd upset was AMAZING. It's worth it I promise. Take it step by step and talk about it, people will understand. If you need anything just ask xxx

[@marisacrisostomo7577]

I'm so glad I came across this video because this is how I've been feeling too. Thank you for being brave and putting your story out there. 💜

[@whichonespink7]

I relate so so much to everything you've said and it warms my heart so much to see a young woman work to break the stigma because I so often feel like I'm alone in my demographic. I highly recommend a book called "Drinking, A Love Story." The author is a female and young professional so the perspective is particularly relatable. I learned so much from her story. And I also want to express that sobriety is so much harder, to nearly impossible, in isolation or without help. So I would really strongly encourage you to seek out AA, support groups, therapy, etc. to get support and solidarity with sobriety. I am SO proud of you and so grateful for you. Keep up the good work sistah, you got this. Xoxo

[@alisonjane7068]

No one talks about it because, unfortunately, alcohol consumption is so normalized, not to mention culturally significant for most people. I want you to know that I can relate to this and that I'm appreciative that you were brave enough to put this message out there.

[@fresharche6227]

Brains of people with addiction or addictive tendencies are often wired differently and we just get addicted fast and can't control ourself there. Thats why its also running in families, like my granddad and my uncle that I both never met were adicted to alchol too and I was addicted to pot, because I liked the feeling, and my calming/sleeping pills (and to throwing up, wich I view as addiction too), luckily I had to go to a psyicharty for some time, so I stay away from alcohol and drugs... Thank you a lot for making this video!

[@fresharche6227]

and yes, alcoholism is a mental illness. - a mentally ill psychology student

[@FleurDeCersier]

Fresh Arche I think I have addictive tendencies which is one of the reasons I don't do drugs including alcohol. My brother and my father also have these tendencies and my father also has a cannabis addiction. I'm not a psychologist so can't really tell if I really am more likely to get addicted to things but I assume it because I tend to can't stop doing things more than other people do and this happens to all sorts of things since I was 12. Because of that assumption I'm really glad I don't have the desire to take any substances that can harm me easily like alcohol. I'm trying to keep it that way cause if you never tried something you don't know what you're missing out on.

[@ZrozexGames]

Fresh Arche You hit that point perfectly and sometimes it's not we're easily addictive to everything its just we have a specific weakness Mine was sex and coke but somehow weed and alcohol I could use occasionally and responsibly and never even think about going back once I knew I was nearing my limit But sex just I hooked up with someone once and lost my virginity and after that I had to fuck anything that walked for awhile I was hooking up with this bi dude and his bi girlfriend basically He introduced me to drugs like weed which when used right can be great and even a benefit its down right medical Now when I found coke that I haven't had much but after the first time I KNEW I needed more and I could simply not experience that feeling enough in this lifetime Luckily I've ended stuff with that guy and my current relationship is with someone who helps me stay off the bad shit and stay responsible with the other shit as TMI as this is gonna get even though I'm in a relationship I don't have sex enough to say I'm addicted anymore and I never even think of cheating Addiction is very real but a good support system can really change everything and that's what we forget is that it CAN be fixed If I came back from cocaine and sex with every living human then you can do anything and everything

[@gizanglyer5299]

you were addicted to throwing up? do you mind explaining why?

[@fresharche6227]

Gizan Glyer there is no why o.o like...do you want to hear my traumatic backstory on how I got into a vicious cycle of binging and throwing up? Yeah I know that its called bulimia, but I didn't wanted to lose weight, I was already thin. Its just a thing that I did to cope o.o

[@aislingreene]

I think you are really brave for uploading this! I've seen first hand what alcoholism can do to a person and a family so I wish you all the best! Stay strong xxx

[@noannellesky9360]

Aw Lucy. My heart broke for you after watching this but then it was filled with pride.You are so strong for acknowledging the problem and facing it head on, and so brave to talk about it openly, and so big hearted for doing it in the hope of helping others. Sending you all the love and strength I possibly can over the internet. Xx

[@makeupobsession1995]

im 21 and have never drunk alcohol... sometimes i feel weird

[@IndieOctopus]

Why what country do you live in if you don't mind me asking?

[@kimberley7302]

Tanisha Hillary I'm 22 and I don't like alcohol and the smell makes me feel physically sick

[@curiousgeorgia11.11]

its not about you Tanisha gosshhhh

[@makeupobsession1995]

AllThatJazz everyone in the comment section discuss alcohol and you decided to attack me... Kay. Btw youre not funny💩

[@lucianaamelia1]

Tanisha Hillary I'm 22 and I don't like it at all it's disgusting to me. I loved the bravery of this video

[@FrickinEm]

I'm glad you made this video, I am the same age as you and had the same problems with alcohol consumption. I used to promise myself every week I'd quit but the uncontrollable urge isn't easy to repress, and mixing tonnes of alcohol with antidepressants was a huge mistake of mine. I've now been sober since January 1st 2016 and I don't regret it at all. It's not easy at all but it will be 100% worth it if you are determined!

[@evercuriousmichelle]

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[@BathroomJams]

emily b any tips on doing what you did? I'm trying but it's hard. Especially because my relationship ended yesterday because of my drinking.

[@kelseya3978]

This is the first video of yours I've ever watched, and I have to say, you're willingness to be open and honest about this is incredible. My extended family has a long history of addiction, and while I myself do not suffer from alcoholism, I have witnessed it in others first hand. You STAY STRONG! You are not alone, and you will get through this a day at a time. Keep fighting, we're here for you.

[@louhegarty]

I think it's absolutely amazing that you shared this - you are so brave and I think it's brilliant that as a young person you were willing to let people know this about you to perhaps help others. Wishing you lots of luck xxx

[@championone2]

As someone with alcoholic family members. I'm glad you're trying to stop now rather than at age 50 with 2 or 3 ex wives/husband's and 4 kids

[@margaret__todd]

I'm writing and deleting, writing and deleting, and I only now realise how brave this video is... No, I don't have an alcohol problem, I am straight edge, however I used to drink in high school (never more than one cup of anything), but when I got to college I stopped... Mostly thanks to people who I hang out with, because when I was in hs literally everyone was getting wasted and I was often called out as "the boring girl that doesn't drink". Plus they've tried to get me wasted soooo many times (but failed miserably because I am stubborn as hell and also have no general desire to fit in). When I got to college, I found people who also didn't like alcohol, and we have most amazing fun friendships ever! However, I don't think I ever told anyone why I don't drink... and it's because my dad was an alcoholic, and apparently, genetically, alcohol makes my family aggressive. I could, after just one drink, feel aggression building up in me. And guess what?! I don't need that bullshit. Sorry, I'm rambling, I guess I was just trying to say: 1. People react to alcohol differently. 2. Surround yourself with people that think it's cool that you don't drink. 3. IT WILL NOT MAKE YOU BORING (I honestly feel sorry for people who are only happy when drunk). 4. Please treat it like an addiction, because it is one. You have to cut out alcohol COMPLETELY otherwise it won't work. 5. If you ever need to talk to someone on why being sober is cool feel free to talk to me (this goes for anyone reading this)

[@teishstickley5334]

This is scarily relatable for me Lucy, Thankyou so much! I feel such a connection between us. The blackouts, the anxiety and self hate.. I'm 19 and feel exactly the same way as you. It's crazy how alcohol can change our behaviour so easily.. So many regrets

[@abbypaige2955]

I just need to say thank you so much for this video. I have watched it several times and every single time it is just so so helpful. I have been worried about my own alcohol consumption for a while but last night I had one of those wake up calls that something is seriously wrong especially when I drink. So thank you for documenting this journey and being an encouragement that this can be worked on and improved.

[@isaginationchannel]

I've not had a single drop of alcohol for four years Lucy, it is possible! How incredibly courageous of you to make this video!! Build up a strong group of friends that don't want to go out as much but also love a cozy night in, chats and all that.. I have had so many bad experiences that I decided I needed to not drink again and doing this for so long, I can agree that it IS really annoying how people will look at you weirdly when you won't drink..ever.. but it's also something people will admire you for, secretly, because they actually wouldn't mind stopping either.. alcohol is a terrible drug of today's society and is so well hidden that no one ever looks at it as dangerous. by speaking up about this you've done the first step! keep going x

[@boatsagainst]

"There is no one! No one is talking about this." This part of the video is exactly why I am so greatful you are doing this. Particularly cause I myself am 25 days sober today. There is so much I relate to in this video. I also struggle to really apply the term alcoholic to myself, at least for now. There really is this misconseption that you have to be on the brink of homelesness to be an alcoholic. I can easily go without a drink for months, so I can't be an alcoholic right?! It doesn't matter that if I do get a drink I can't stop. Or that at times the graving is so massive I can't even go and buy groceries cause I will tempted by the rows and rows of hard alcohol (a new problem i faced since moving to uk last september. at my home country alcohol, besides light beer, is only sold at government owned&regulated stores, easy to avoid). There clearly is a problem. And when I drink I get withdrawn and depressed, and that depression lasts for up to two week. Clearly my brain is not fit for drinking. Whether I am an alcoholic or not I guess is besides the point. But for now, I am not drinking. Like you said, you are not promising to never drink again, neither am I. I guess that would be setting yourself up to a failure. All I can do is say I won't drink today. And hope that tomorrow I will be just as strong to make and keep the same promise. I just wanna thank you for your bravery. We really need to talk about this more honestly. This is going to help a lot of people, and at least it has helped me!

[@BamblingsofNaffy]

Thank you for sharing your story! As someone who struggles with MH issues I know it can't be easy. I hope it is all going ok for you and you are in a happier place. Lots of love xo

[@nicolelyn90]

this is so real and refreshing to see on youtube. thank you so much for posting this. you are so brave. everything you said i could say about my own life, like literally word for word.

[@8ytan]

I think the way we as a society view addiction in general is incredibly problematic. It's good to see someone talking on KZbin about their experience with addiction/alcohol abuse and the stigmas against it, since I don't think I've seen that before. The relationship between alcohol and society in general is actually pretty bizarre. Alcohol abuse is almost glorified in our culture and there's a huge reluctance to label addictive behaviour for what it is. This is especially odd because just about anybody taking (illegal) drugs recreationally is labelled an addict or a slur like junkie. I know a lot of people don't see addiction as an illness but instead a personal choice because, after all, they 'choose' to lift a bottle/take a drug/eat chocolate (and this topic is a tricky one to navigate without getting into 'what is free will' territory) but it's incredibly difficult to understand how an addict thinks without being one yourself - just like with most mental illnesses. Someone I know described it quite well as a simplification of desires; your entire hierarchy of needs is restructured around your addiction. On the subject of people who don't think you have a problem; you're the only one who can decide whether your relationship with alcohol is destructive or not. Though they probably don't mean to be, those people are hugely insensitive by telling you that.

[@lillynoderer4133]

My father is an alcoholic, and has been done and off sobriety. Whenever I would tell friends they would automatically assume that he was a bad person, but when he didn't drink he was such a wonderful and empathetic man.

[@laureneshelman3961]

I know this video is several years old but I'm just finding your video. Thank you beyond words for making this. I've been looking for something relatable and finally I found it. I could have made this video, verbatim it's like I'm going through literally everything you're speaking about. I hope you're doing well.

[@theliamcooke]

I understand this so much more than I would think, your honesty is amazing. I hope you manage to control you situation and can enjoy yourself without this stuff happening...you can overcome this if you believe in yourself

[@NikiNSammy]

This was so brave & so eloquent. Like you said, it's hard to wrap your head around something you haven't experienced - you helped us do that and honestly I feel better equipped to at least try and understand and help where we can. Well done Lucy! x

[@HannahCPageUK]

My mum used to work in social services and she made an interesting point that it's usually now only non-professionals, or those who don't know any better, who refer to alcoholism or alcohol addiction/compulsion/dependency, as being an "alcoholic". Apparently professionals are trying to move the public away from that term because of the connotations it has and the very narrow-minded image that it conjures up for people who don't understand the mental illness and symptom variations behind substance abuse and addiction. Don't quote me on this as I am no expert, but I've read that for the most part that an addiction is a symptom in itself to compulsive disorders, that so many of us do have to some degree, and the addiction to alcohol or drugs is subconsciously interpreted as the compulsive sufferers' "anchor" or "diffuser" of their stress. And that's how I've felt in many ways to things like a certain book series (hello, Harry Potter) or a type of food or even coffee! No one is immune to compulsion or addiction but there is such a stigma around alcohol addiction as though it's the worst kind of compulsive weakness. It can be very destructive but how a person has reached that point is so much more complex than many assume. And yet so many don't realise that they have the same or similar type of dependency. I really admire what you're talking about on here. I really wish all the best for you. xx

[@ajayrious]

Hey Lucy, New subscriber here. Just want to praise you for such an unbelievably brave and honest video. I hope you are able to find some peace with yourself and the strength to stay sober for as long as you need to do so. X

[@sian9112]

Lucy- I watched this video when you first published it and recently found myself in a similar situation that you were in. I searched for it and re-wached it and I relate to everything you address here, which I never thought I would a year ago. I just want you to know that you posting this has helped people like me and still is, Thank You :)

[@HeyRowanEllis]

If you ever wanna hang out in a non-alcohol based space with this teetotaller, just let me know :) This must have been a difficult video to make on top of a difficult journey to go through, so thank you.

[@betsyferra6644]

"I kid myself that I have the self-control to stop but I don't" Damn that hit me hard. This is what I do when it comes to eating. Eat healthy throughout the day, tell myself I can have a couple sweets and then stop and be fine, but then I spend the next 5 hours of non stop binging. I feel SO confident that I can control it, but as soon as I start, I feel like I can't, and then u have that lovely cycle of self hatred

[@annaw9687]

I didn't see this coming at all but I applaud your honesty and efforts to change, really hope you're successful!

[@peachpunk64]

I think you're incredibly brave for posting this. I watched someone very close to me battle alcoholism and it hurt me very much. I totally agree that you can never really empathize or understand unless you suffer from addiction yourself. There was nothing I could do to help them, ultimately it's all up to the individual. I wish you all the best with your sobriety. Thank you for posting this video xxx

[@khayotickitty]

I know I'm not an alcoholic because I don't rely on it and I can go sober for a fairly long time. But I am very easily pressured and I'm a bad drunk. Your stories about how you act when you're drunk resonate with me, it's like I turn into a completely different person. I've said some awful things and lost some good people in my life because of it. It definitely stemmed from self-esteem issues, I figured alcohol would make me fun and confident, but it didn't. I'm lucky that I can choose to not drink and I really hope you can find help and peace with yourself. I do emphasise with some aspects but obviously I can't know how your experience feels. Just know there are people who care about you and you know yourself well enough to know you need to quit. We've got your back Lucy, good luck

[@felicityaeh]

I'm 17 (yes I know, I'm young) and had started drinking when I was 14. I would drink everyday, 3-4 shots of vodka on a school night, god only knows how much on a weekend, and I had no idea I had a problem. I developed Lupus (coincidently, and my liver has been thankfully unaffected) and so had to stop drinking due to the meds I was on. I didn't really give stopping a second thought as I had no idea I had a problem, but after only 3 days ended up in hospital due to the withdrawal symptoms. It's been 4 very hard months since my last drink but these past few weeks I've not had cravings as much. Thank you for sharing your story and helping to get rid of the stigma.

[@MariaStefaniwp]

I started watching your videos yesterday and I have to say I have already watched about 30. I probably subscribed to your channel from the 2nd video I watched or somethimg like that due to the fact you are so open-minded and inspiring. One thing I can tell you for sure: I love the way you talk to the camera, you are very open to us but you keep your life personal at the same time. Also, I feel like you have a big variety of subjects you talk about, contoversial or not and that's amazing. Finally, I found you so brave and strong for uploading this video and don't ever regret uploading because i'm sure it has helped one person at least and probably also you to open up.

[@heyyyitskat]

I appreciate your honesty and transparency here. I'm so sorry that it's something that you struggle with alcohol, it's definitely something huge. The fact that you are aware that it is something in your life that you need to change is so huge. You are addressing the problem that is in your life and you are striving to move forward. I don't struggle with alcohol, but I do struggle with other things in my life. Here's to moving forward and making good decisions, Lucy. You go girl!

[@beckscald3855]

so I don't drink. I stopped because I knew I had too. I've dealt with depression and anxiety for years. one night. I had a couple drinks. it didn't help, it made my depression worse. it scared me to think that's the road I could go down. so I stopped. it wasn't easy, I still have issues with family acceptance that I don't drink. I know its not necessarily the same but you've now accepted the issue of alcohol and you're now dealing with it. That's already a massive step. wishing anyone and Lucy all the best with making steps forward to overcome this.

[@mandy]

Been sober most of this year. You eventually get used to it. Still get the odd craving. It's not worth it.

[@apeberry]

wow, girl this just brought me to tears. my parents have been alcoholics for around 5 yrs now and pretty much destroyed their whole social life, their health and the relationships they once had. i always looked at them in a kind of disgusted, not understanding-way of why they do all this bad stuff. now you have just opened my eyes about alcoholism - i think i do understand them a lot better now and that instead of playing against them I should actually reach out to them, understand them more and look for ways to better the situation. THANK YOU SO MUCH LUCY, and good luck on your way - I know you will make it.

[@sewiryu194]

thank you for uploading. I can relate so much. You are a beautiful, brave human being. keep creating - your videos touch so many souls than you probably can imagine.

[@timheidler1482]

Good luck going sober. I think it is important to say, that *medical certified* alcohol addiction is mental and physical and you get various symptoms when going sober. Getting away from physical addiction is super hard to do without help from people and (sometimes) substances.

[@imslmao]

i have family members who have problems with alcohol and this made everything a lot clearer to me, i'm so proud of you for making this video. stay safe Lucy xx

[@agathesometimes]

I just found out about your channel through Estee's, and u are an amazing person. I hope everything goes well for you on your change of habits, and also, I'm glad that you are explaining all of that for those people like you but also person that are closed to people like you. That feeling of wanting to be wasted af is extremely common to my best friend for instance, and I'm sure that she doesn't see her alcool consummtion as an addiction, but it's easy for me now to understand what she's thinking about when she's drunk. U are very similar to her. GOOD GOOD GOOD luck. lots of love x

[@LiveitlikeLauren]

You are so strong Lucy. This is such an incredible video to have made, it was so eloquently put. We all have our demons and food is my mental illness too. You couldn't tell me to just have one sandwich at the KZbin space! I am here if you ever want to grab some tea

[@racheyt9196]

I think this type of alcohol problem is very common but because it isn't what people stereotypically think is a signal of alcoholic behaviour, it usually is only seen as a problem when you start drinking first thing in the morning or can't keep a job etc. Binge drinking is seen as quite normal behaviour I think especially with young people. But if you are ruining relationships because of drinking it has become a problem. I think what is scary about alcoholism is it can become a mental illness that can progress into a physical illness too when you become addicted. This is a lot more common than you think and you are sensible for trying to do something about it before it escalates to a full on addiction as then it becomes really hard to quit! Well done on speaking out :)

[@marysiamilach8460]

This video moved me to tears. I am incredibly thankful - this is the confirmation that I'm "low-key alcoholic" (I don't know how to call it, so let's stick with it). Your chat is extremely inspired and is the essence of bravery. I hope now things are better and fine (I watched some of your recent videos and I know that you are now friends with being sober), and thank you again, once more.

[@jesusismybestie3]

Thank you for this. My dad was an alcoholic and recently passed away because of his drinking. I so appreciate any chance I get to understand him better. Blessings as you go on this brave and important journey

[@beadc7627]

I would so be the person to say 'Believe in yourself' and 'You can handle this if you want it enough', 'You are strong enough to overcome this', 'Picture this glass of wine (or whatever) in front of you. Do you really want to give this shitty little thing power over you? Do you want it to control you, your actions and your thoughts? Do you agree to give it the power not only to destroy you but also to destroy people you love? Do you want to be a slave to this crappy little glass of alcohol? Is this what defines you? No. Of course it is not and of course you don't want this. And this is why you have to fight. You have to WANT to overcome this. There is nothing you can't to if you want it enough.' The thing is just, I can't relate. I'm not gonna pretend at all. I can't relate in the slightest way. I hardly ever drink. I am 20 now and have never been drunk. The times I was jingled could probably be counted on two hands. And if I say I'm only gonna have 2 drinks (because that's when I start feeling the alcohol already and that is enough for me), I only have 2 drinks. Maybe you envy me for this, but I couldn't tell you how I do it. I don't know if this helps, but maybe the key lies in not thinking about it too much? I am not in your situation and as I said, I have no idea how you feel, and I cannot picture how hard it is for you. But I picture you as going to a club and all you think about is alcohol and how you want and not want it. I don't know if this is even possible for you, but maybe the key lies in not thinking about alcohol. In going out for the sake of going out, for the sake of having fun with friends and dancing and socialising. But not for the sake of drinking alcohol. And that is probably why I hardly ever drink. Because I don't see the point in it. 90% of alcoholic drinks I have tasted were disgusting. I know it is a poison and if you have too much of it you're gonna have such a massive hangover that it makes me wonder if it is really worth it. And I usually come to the conclusion that it is not worth it for me. That I hate the fact that so many people only seem to be able to have fun once they have had a few drinks. I think it's somehow so pathetic so make your fun dependent on a drug. And that's why I hardly ever drink. Maybe this is of zero importance or relevance to you, but somehow I felt like I should write it nevertheless. Even though I am sure you have heard all the quotes mentioned before and although I am sure you don't want or choose this, I am also sure that you are strong enough. You are such an amazing person, one of my favourite youtubers because your videos have CONTENT. They are not meaningless hauls, or challenges or whatever. Your videos have content and you are intelligent. Use your intelligence. Use your will power. Cause I know it is there and I know you are strong enough to overcome this. I don't know you personally, and yet I stand behind you. I do believe in you and so should you. I was nearly gonna wish you good luck. But I won't. Cause this does not have anything to do with luck. The only thing this has to do with is your will power.

[@BathroomJams]

Bea dC I hope Lucy reads this. It's lovely

[@emilynelson6502]

Bea dC that last sentence is really fucked up. This is not a willpower issue, it is a disease. This whole comment of yours displays that you have zero understanding of addiction.

[@beadc7627]

+Emily Nelson Indeed, I admit that I have never had to overcome an addiction myself. And I do correct myself in that it is not ONLY about will power. But you cannot overcome any addiction without having the will power, determination and commitment to do so, and the belief that you are going to succeed. Certainly, these are not the only things you need to overcome an addiction, but it is certainly what you have to start with. And Lucy obviously has this will power, she has proven so with this video.