How Ketamine Destroyed This Young Persons Life

[@altered_attitudes]

Thank you everyone for your response so far, part two is in the works! Does anyone have any questions for Jack that we can dive into on the next episode? Please comment below 👇

[@seeknohonours4710]

What does he do now?

[@big.chungus.7856]

Can we just hear his story without interruptions.

[@OliviaaaaaWw]

How is it in social settings, parties/pub settings and not being tempted to use again, are you still friends with the same people that used or did you have to cut those relationships off for your health? Xx

[@seahorsesalt4386]

Very moves by this.thank you for your honesty Jack.

[@emmac7880]

@@OliviaaaaaWw I second this question, whats does his social circle look like now?

[@shirleyscrimgeour8040]

Please let Jack tell his story... Please don't interrupt him when he's on a roll,it's about him after all ...

[@laurenanderson7330]

I like hearing from the other guy--look at it as more of a conversation

[@ClassicHardTrance]

@@laurenanderson7330 Its only a conversation when you let people talk. No point in asking a question then interrupting them every time they try and talk.

[@laurenanderson7330]

@@ClassicHardTrance if you've ever actually studied conversations...which weirdly I have lol, interruptions are a key element of them

[@juniorramirez9030]

Absolutely i notice that too, that exactly what made me stop the video. I was like what is this

[@ClassicHardTrance]

@@laurenanderson7330 Thats not how conversations work. You dont ask someone a question and then interrupt them the moment they speak.

[@pauladeegan700]

I wish the host would stop interrupting the guest ☹️ let him speak 🙈

[@Thebarebones_]

i wish for a lot of things.....

[@OLLITEALE]

It's really not that bad😅

[@mandyb7148]

I totally agree. Tried three times to watch this post but I'm done now.

[@ryanh5370]

100 this was so painful to watch for that reason

[@karenmckechnie4676]

Thank you both . . My higher Power led me to this. I' m almost 7 months clean after nearly 40 years of hell. I attend NA and AA have a sponsor and for once in my life do as suggested. I hadn't missed a meeting until yesterday, I was really unwell, it triggered off a lot of terrible memories of withdrawals etc. Anyway I happened upon your podcast and it saved my ass and sanity, I feel much better today and am heading to a meeting shortly, I'll share about this divine intervention. Thanks again, you both carry a great message .

[@Deyv1d]

Being a junkie for 40 years is crazy glad you got clean

[@karenmckechnie4676]

@Deyv1d Thank you. . I'm still adjusting to a new normal, and it's not easy . Some days, I just grind to a halt and am scared to move and start the day, but I get myself to a meeting, and suddenly everything is ok I don't feel alone. There will always be someone who is in the same boat, and by the end of the meeting, I'm grounded. I couldn't do this alone, I've got a brilliant support network now and a son who is free from fear now. He's 27 and his peace of mind is mine. I've been in re-habs, prison and hospitalised countless times. Each time, things got worse and then critical. I was in re-hab again before Christmas and this time I knew I'd had enough and NA was my lifeline. So please, anyone struggling, give it a go. We're all walking the same road but not alone .

[@Racheltheirishlady]

​@@karenmckechnie4676wow! 40yrs! Well done to you for getting off that stuff! You are so so strong! I'm 43yrs old, in Ireland and I went up to 105mls methadone yesterday so I'm hoping it will stop the withdrawals. Have you time for a chat please?

[@MrG77]

Well done Karen for not using ,and 7 months clean. I really mean it . I am 2 years sober from drink but still struggling a bit with the drugs side. On methadone and got a good job but can't seem to totally stop the H altogether. I have been to a few meeting but never stuck it. It works for so many people and the guy I work with is going all over the world doing AA meetings in front of thousands and really preaches it. Anyway stay strong and came across your message and thought I would give you a message. Ian from Scotland. 🙏

[@karenmckechnie4676]

@MrG77 Amazing how things work. I just woke up it's 2.45am ,I had a terrible using dream. I scrolled down through my notifications to see if I could find something to listen to get my head together, and I noticed I hadn't replied to you. Thanks for your kind words and support. I don't feel alone even at stupid o'clock. I'm just over 10 months clean now, but today was tough. I thought I was going to crack. I'm so glad I didn't. The dreams are bad enough. Hope you're keeping well. Stay strong 🙏✨️

[@beverleymurphy8664]

I wish this young lad nothing but the best and I thank him for his honesty throughout this podcast. I was a hard core raver 20 odd years ago and did speed every weekend. We raved with around 10 friends I used in moderation but a couple couldn’t. Most used a couple of raps of speed every weekend but a few took more and more. All were the most lovely lads you’d meet but when it came to drugs and alcohol they just didn’t no when to stop. Most of us got married had kids stopped the speed and got on with life. The others went on to become full blown addicts nothing and no one could seem to help them. They’ve both now passed and I knew they had an addictive personality but what I didn’t realise until this podcast is they needed different rehab help. It still saddens me 30 odd years later that addiction took such wonderful young men who I still miss to this day. If only the rehabs understand the difference between addiction and the addiction addicted will we have more success stories. Thank you for this podcast it answered a lot of unanswered questions for me.

[@eleanorwalmsley635]

💖 Wishing you well, very heavy thoughts and such sad situations. 💔

[@ellahayfield5698]

Sorry to hear this. ❤

[@charlottetaylor4471]

Not all traumatised people become addicts, but all addicts are traumatised people.

[@mcooper593]

Jack seems a nice, intelligent young man. He has caused himself so much physical damage. His parents must have been off their heads with worry. I wish them peace. I wish Jack all the best 🦋

[@clareoconnor5648]

Such caring words 🙏🏻

[@johngilmore697]

He was wearing a nappy in his twenties, needs to grow up

[@BeforeThisNovember]

“Must have been off their heads” interesting choice of words

[@nicbarth3838]

@@johngilmore697 whats a nappy

[@moniqueengleman873]

​@@johngilmore697no due to Ketamine damage

[@kieranhoward8745]

Lad explained the effects on the bladder really well. Ketamine is a hydrochloride, which will damage your bones and prolong healing as well as destroy your bladder. Jack made this mad compelling to watch. Need this guy going to schools/prisons to teach people.

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

I defo agree that Jack should do talks at schools, wot a great idea, kids + teenagers would defo relate + therefore, hopefully, actually listen 2 him, his story + advise

[@captaincat1743]

Lots of medicines are taken in their hydrochloride form, this does not make them inherently dangerous, and it is NOT this that damages the bladder. It is the metabolites of ketamine that cause uropathy (damage to the bladder and urinary tract). Anybody who takes prescribed medicines which are in their hydrochloride salt form need not worry, they are perfectly safe to take as directed.

[@AshlynSchaetzle]

@@captaincat1743I took 6 IV ketamine infusions at clinic for depression and anxiety and PTSD plus I just started microdosing it with prescription from my doctor and I had no idea about this

[@mendaciousreality8459]

@@captaincat1743anything in the form of potassium monosaccharides can be of a disadvantage to the liver. Nothing but the salts have the negative effect really

[@chicofromph33nix64]

I did ketamine therapy for depression which was a miracle. I was able to crawl out tht dark place and taught myself how to grow mushrooms. Thise really helped me out. But when I was doing ketamine therapy, i would ALWAYS have to take a pee-pee. So I would go right before the treatment, then I'd have to go again as soon as the K kicked in

[@PhoenixBerry1988]

KETAMINE has never been talked about like other drugs, glad to finally hear anothers story

[@hayleylewisxx4965]

Your right

[@IndigoMuzz]

So relatable! Needed to see this

[@fingerprint5511]

​@@IndigoMuzzBot.

[@moniqueengleman873]

It is VERY BIG in the UK. Not so much here.

[@gamingwithkev8208]

It's becoming highly popular now among young people 18-44 so yeah. It's going to be talked about.

[@Jdrss23]

It takes one hell of a man to stand up to something like this, well done Jack.

[@c-b4756]

Well done Jack pal, I’m currently in isolation getting over addiction myself, I also had no self control to moderate or eliminate, it took extreme circumstances to finally wake me up and stay away. Still very early days for me but it’s stories like yours that give me that bit of hope!

[@JoshuaMansell-n8n]

Stay strong buddy! I’m in the same position 👍🙏

[@c-b4756]

@@JoshuaMansell-n8n Thanks pal! And you man! We will do this brother 👌🏻

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

The very best of luck 2 u mate. Ive been trying 2 stop drugs for years now. I can stop, its just staying stopped that i struggle with. But ill keep trying cause i kno i WILL get there 1 day. Again, the best of luck 2 u hon ❤ x

[@Racheltheirishlady]

How are ye all doing now guys? ❤❤❤

[@JamieLofthouse]

( Jamie here ) I worked for many years in mental health and dual diagnosis of drug misuse. I remember a client who was diagnosed with " Ket Bladder " and had to rely on pads for dignity and reassurance purposes. As a former addict ( non illicit ) that went into rehab @ the priory, recovery is possible and achievable. I am so happy to have heard what this young man has said. All power to him! I have been relapse free and continue to remain " Sober " 24yrs since rehab.. It works if you do the work, but the NHS (UK) needs to operate better support and rehab for those who stand no chance of going private. My family paid over 30k for my rehab. I'll always call myself a former addict as it is not a thing to be ashamed of. It takes strength.

[@johngraham9085]

Agree,was enjoying jack telling his story but the host interrupting was doing my NUT!....scary story jack cheers for sharing!!!❤

[@beasmith1]

I'm struggling with that, must admit. I wonder if thi young man has told his story somewhere else as I would love to hear it.

[@David-py4bo]

Hi jack i rememer you ive seen you around the fellowship so proud of you keep up the good work brother amazing story and amzing transforamtion just proves if we work our programe we can stay clean and sober love ya jack takes alot of courage sharing this with the whole world good on ya mate much love from David CA PI

[@LifeOfAn0UTLAW]

No offence to the host but he needs some podcast training. Just wanted the guest to tell his story without constant interruptions and commentary from yourself which didn’t help steer it. Initially the host was creating the narrative that not all addiction start due to trauma or unhappiness but then goes on to probe him about whether there was some unhappiness around 20 mins in. I think this guys story is a great message for what can happen if you spoil your kids as it will ramp up their ego and put them on path to seek pleasure from stuff rather than the immaterial. Glad he’s off drugs and found peace with himself, ketamine left me with lasting physical consequences. Urge anyone to seek help immediately.

[@twjewett]

Absolute rubbish. Host perfectly listened and asked enough questions.

[@Ghhh-on3nl]

I see what you are saying but he wasn't overbearing I thought the host brought up some great points

[@Magical_Makeup_UK]

I partially agree there’s times when the guest started to speak and I really wanted to hear the rest of the sentance ! But I think the host will definitely get there, he’s on the right path and I found it great when the host said he wanted to get the message across about signs of ket addiction for parents as most people have no clue ! It’s a very important awareness episode this and it’s great work on behalf of the host

[@trelcomultiskilledtraders1334]

Guy literally never shuts tf up

[@adammaskell7796]

Spot on, the host doesn't shut up! Would love to hear this kid on a podcast tell his story and not be interrupted!

[@clairepreston4340]

What a fantastic example you are Jack of 12 Step recovery 🙏 I felt emotional listening to you & I understand all too well the power of this insidious illness. ADAAT. We do recover 🎉 “You will know a new happiness & a new freedom” Much love to you & your family. God bless ❤️✨

[@benhamilton8556]

Thank you, this made me cry with identification and gratitude as I too was bad on the ket in my 20s. I thank God for the miracle of mine and others recovery.

[@ST33368]

Skyrim 🤚

[@racheljones9786]

I hear what people are saying about the host but it's a two way conversation between two people who have been to the depths of despair. Thank you both for your honesty , love and respect to you and your families 👪

[@KoalaBeer.]

I know some ppl testy lol host is fine

[@mlisaj1111]

I agree. I know many feel he is interrupting too much, and maybe, but the usual format for these videos is a conversation, not a testimonial or “just” the person telling their story. It’s like the old Aesop’s fable of the grand dad and young grand son taking a donkey to market to sell. No matter what they did, kid riding the donkey, grand dad riding, both on the donkey, the 2 of them carrying the donkey) someone on the road criticized it. People are different.

[@chicofromph33nix64]

Host needs to zip it and gain some interview skills..

[@MOJORAPSCALLION]

Regretamine I will leave that there. I had to also comment in I feel what a brave, intelligent young lad his story needs to be shared wide & far to prevent others damaging themselves. Anything to excess is dangerous long term. And I agree addiction is already there in most it just needs triggering by any substance/s and once triggered needs specialist help & intervention to persevere on the addiction journey to recovery. Often ex-addicts are the best support workers for addicts as they understand it on another level which is essential to correct help.

[@aimeekova]

My ex died of ketamine addiction. He eventually went into full kidney failure. He had several operations removing his bladder etc. terrible way to go.

[@altered_attitudes]

That's terrible! Thank for sharing, we're really sorry to hear this.

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

😢😢😢❤❤❤

[@andrewbowen6875]

Wow that’s so tragic. I guess Matthew Perry death has highlighted how bad that stuff is

[@ph9674]

@@andrewbowen6875Matthew didn’t die only because of Ketamine. He had heart problems and also took some heart medications

[@emmac7880]

I know 100% that I can't moderate, it's all or nothing. Two and a half years sober now, my life has completly changed. I'm so glad he's getting better.

[@elainekent3551]

Well done Emma 💗

[@emmac7880]

@@elainekent3551 Thank you 🙂

[@charlottetaylor4471]

It's difficult when you've got a food addiction. Can't go cold turkey.

[@davidpeat184]

Was addicted to MDMA for years, i was lucky enough to OD early on, waking up in a hospital after being in a coma for 2 weeks with your parents who didn't even know you did drugs stood there, is enough of a reason to give up.

[@adelenethomas4236]

Ego has to be monitored by the presence of consciousness. Lose that awareness and we suffer.....lovely chat gents. Very helpful. The spiritual journey has helped so much to ask, "who am I?" I am not my body, my name, my history, my thoughts and emotions. To know thyself....nothing on the outside will make us ultimately peaceful or happy...we have to be that awareness, that love that carries us through the seductions of this world. Who sees? Who is the witness? It is not the addiction or the addict. The addict is simply the effects of the separation from the one loving self.

[@Cri.]

Beautifully put

[@OliviaaaaaWw]

What a lovely young lad. this has really inspired me, I am trying to quit the K atm aswell as I use it very heavily but this has really opened my eyes, thank you, beatiful podcast from the both of you xx

[@altered_attitudes]

Best of luck on your journey, find someone to help support you, AA or NA groups will have people on similar journeys that can help.

[@Thebarebones_]

i hope you get off it .

[@IndigoMuzz]

Same boat & agreed this podcast has been eye opening and came to me at the perfect time

[@rebekahgomes8291]

God bless you and look after you and give you strength to overcome your addiction

[@moniqueengleman873]

I have a friend who is in so deep. He is spinning out. He is convinced that Ketamine helps him work. Yet he has been reduced to a drug addict and lost his business. I stepped away when he became completely unstable

[@djs9315]

Fantastic to see this angle and newer drug & its catastrophic health implications getting explored with regard to addiction. Thanks. Inspiring 👍

[@HK_Musician]

The best interviewers barely talk

[@mendaciousreality8459]

Joe Rogan has the biggest podcast on earth n he talks heaps so wtf are you talking about buddy

[@globalrezzanate9399]

About 11 and a half mins in....obsesive nature.. I call it addictive personality.... Ive have fallen victim to myself before, many times. I used to be a case of...i like this...im going to do it again. Now 40ish and can honestly say that now I've identified my personality, i can stay clear of things that i know i will enjoy, but ultimatley bring me no happiness. And the biggest thank you to my wife and family. The scariest part is the thought of abstinence, the though of 'i cant stop', the thought of shame and there is no way out..... but......there is...talk to people, take the plunge, it may feel like the world is ending, but, it will only be for a short time. If you truefully want help and a way out, you will make it. A person can not accept help from anyone, unless they are ready to help themselves. Well done young man. Keep believing in yourself.

[@nicbarth3838]

I don't think these types exist, because addiction is a mechanism to learn things when they are critical to remember. Many may have a predisposition to addiction but many do not meet the conditions for it to occur.

[@kingjoseph5901]

I can relate, brother. I was also given everything and loved but still became an addict. Much love, brother

[@truths2lite]

My son 34 had the same story until the 6/6/24 and he took his life he was heavy on ket and Xanax and Valium for about a year but it went on for a few years, we think, he hid it from us he worked had a home car a good life but these drugs ruined his life we buried him 26/6/24 💔this video is very informative Thankyou x

[@seahorsesalt4386]

Unimaginable situation, sending love to you and your family 😢

[@leighreece1142]

❤❤😢

[@leighreece1142]

😭 sorry for your lost so sad❤

[@richardsmith3881]

Thank you for being strong enough to tell us your story and to try to help others, your a truly inspirational young man.

[@Kaa864]

Similar story I left school and that’s when the madness happened up until 28 it’s took me to get stable , drugs and alcohol caused me to jump out a window(not get into why😅) snap my leg in half and now got a muscoskeletal disorder and constant body sensations. The taste of regret is brutal but we go on and learn 👍🏻

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

All power 2 u mate. We do go on, even when we REALLY dont wanna. Just with i could learn from my constant mistake of taking drugs.

[@Tribalsoul]

Great interview very honest , your story will help someone 💯🙏🏻

[@CollosalProductions]

Big up Jack. Was a top batter when we used to play club cricket back in the day! Big up bro

[@altered_attitudes]

No doubt

[@naomifarrell769]

Grear honest interview. Keep shining, your voice is echoing and being heard young man.

[@tayasmith2215]

I've been an addict for a lot of years and all I ever wanted was to have a key worker that I could speak to like you two communicate honestly I don't think I would still be an addict now

[@mainipetersen846]

I think the interviewer is fantastic. He is asking really good questions to those who may need some answers

[@jackfinnigan5021]

What a guy glad he is on the mend.

[@NorthernStarseedTarot]

God bless you both. I'm not an addict but this worked so well. Both of your contributions made me want to carry on watching ✨️🙏🏻✨️

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

I think its great that ur not an addict but r still listening 2 this + not judging. Wish there was more people like urself out there ❤

[@Yesno-jr7ou]

Yes the host has constant analogies,like”an alcoholic is like a stone stuck at the bottom of the sea,let’s say this fluid is alcohol ,where all that fluid erodes him away,then eventually that stone is moved by a higher power onto the shore so then that stone is dry” and enjoying nature in the sun,but whenever the tide of drink comes near him he’s lucky if he doesn’t relapse and end back in the drink with his mates.. and then he’s happy he may die early but at least that stone wasn’t lonely and had lots of fun never dry..

[@SCresswell-k1y]

Jack you are brilliant about telling people how you’re feeling and all the facts 100% shame the host keeps speaking over you! I wish you had a better host, all the best jack ❤️

[@altered_attitudes]

Thank you for your kind words, we've just wrapped up Jack's story in part 2, please check it out and show your support.

[@robbiewatson1577]

A lot of people in the comments talking about the host interrupting the guest and voicing annoyance at this. I personally don't think the degree of interruption is over the top. Moreover, the host is putting this content out to us for free, showing clear empathy and relating to his guest - and the intention of his 'interruptions' is clearly to help relate and offer his own insights. I think it's important to remember that. In this case, ultimately, if the guest here felt heard and validated in this discussion, surely that's more important. Thank you Altered Attitudes for uploading this and thanks to Jack for sharing his experience and journey with it all. I enjoyed listening along and have found it to be insightful and therapeutic. It's easy to dismiss the effort and real intention that is clearly going on here with a quick, in my opinion, poorly thought out and inconsiderate comment. I think people should think twice before jumping to such a dismissive viewpoint - as well as upvoting these sorts of comments.

[@ClaireBear007]

This lads parents should be proud of him and more importantly jack should be proud of himself. I really hope he uses his experience to inform others. Good luck Jack.

[@edithallen7989]

Helping others with similar or the same problems would be fantastic. He has so much to share with others and give them a bit of insight from his point of view. You are doing a great 👍 job, Jack. All the best for your future 🙌 👏 ❤️ ❤️

[@paulaankrah]

I was in A.A when I was 16 years old. Back then ( In 1996 ) I couldn't Identify and certainly didn't know what God had to do with it! It is a long story, but after 25 years plus, In and out of various variations of the fellowships i had a psychic change in 2022. I had an awesome dream and the obsession was lifted! I am grateful everyday of my life! Thank you for sharing!

[@michaelsmith9999]

Stop talking and let the young fella get a word in.

[@mariechosgaire6984]

I tried Ket twice when younger, the second time was so much fun that I decided to not do it again.

[@OriginalBlazeDaily]

Great work lad godspeed 👍

[@louisearnold7023]

So proud of Jack.. such an inspiration ❤

[@altered_attitudes]

His strength is an inspiration

[@JasonBrown-dd7dj]

This kid has been up against it oxycontin aint no joke plus fent.Be proud of yourself young man.

[@BeforeThisNovember]

I was on that crap (Oxy) for a couple years, built up to about 300mg a day and quit cold turkey this January I can’t find the part where he mentions it tho but good on him for getting out

[@big.chungus.7856]

About 3-4 times he’s about to get to a part of his story I’m genuinely interested in and he just keeps getting interrupted about alcohol addiction. Too much comparison to other addictions instead of the one this podcast is meant to be about. So frustrating to watch.

[@altered_attitudes]

Sorry to hear this. Addiction forms on the brain the same way regardless of the drug or behaviour, when it comes to battling addiction the same tools are used. We will be recording a part two soon, we'll try and stay on topic :D

[@kelleywhite9389]

Take a hint mate. stop interrupting your guests. Every single person is telling you that

[@janettetorrez9218]

I love the faded haircuts you guys have. I’ve been getting my haircut like this for over 25 years where I’m from. It’s cool the rest of the world finally caught on. You guys have an awesome barber, they are flawless.

[@btown8210]

For a 27 year old lad, to speak so openly and honestly - mate, what a legend. Got a lot of respect for him. He should definitely go and speak out to a wider audience about the dangers of ket.

[@dawidczerniak5177]

I think you’re missing a very important point here… he was abandoned by his father absolutely… money isn’t a relationship, money isn’t love and understanding… but get he wasn’t beaten or didn’t witness atrocities in the house but it’s enough to not feel presence of the father figure to be emotionally traumatised.

[@altered_attitudes]

well spotted, we hope to do a part 2 soon where we get into this in more detail.

[@elsienorback7689]

I agree! The father didn’t pay any attention to him and threw money or gifts to substitute his time because he was to busy working and probably felt that was his job to give him what he didn’t have as a child.

[@benmacklin7285]

@@altered_attitudespart 2 can’t come quick enough. Great podcast and conversation

[@leesaunders1930]

This is why I always tell and show my kids I love them, I can be strict yes but they need it these days but I always cuddle my kids and tell them I'm proud of them and love them and treat them when they do well in school and life in general. I work away from home quite a bit so I hope I have the balance right.

[@charlottetaylor4471]

Complex trauma is both about what you didn't receive (no love, no support, no guidance, neglect), as well as what you did receive (abuse.)

[@ruthking649]

I love the way the interviewer explained the importance scale ..ie addiction at top and so on .

[@kimbeeau]

All the best to Jack. Thank you for sharing your story. 🍀🙏

[@altered_attitudes]

Thanks for listening. We've just launched part two of Jack's story. You should watch it!

[@adelenethomas4236]

"Jack" isn't the little voice. You are the witness. Jack is just a name, and ego then built a story around that name. Beyond the physical world is an essence that doesn't need a name. That essence needs nothing.....but the ego will use 'Jack' and all the stories around that to ply its trade. You are love...we all are. Thank you for sharing. I love your point about the individual need...we are too general about approach. That's why every individual has got to be fierce about the awareness of their journey.

[@nicbarth3838]

well the witness can't be who I am since I can become unaware of walking while thinking and then aware of walking yet unaware of thinking. For something to be true it must be unchanging as far as the self is concerned. The fact these things change mean that they are true for a time but may not be the next moment, then again true the next.

[@Kat-l4g]

This is so relatable. When you come from a good family with every opportunity handed to ya but then still turn to drugs its a head fuk

[@neilsthompson589]

Jack you're a Diamond. Brave. Blessings and Healing to you Sunshine. You will save people by having done this articulate sharing.

[@petersparshot4997]

Top host and guest really worked well . Great watch thanks for your time lads

[@moonhead911]

Looking forward to the next video. Any help with this addition in Sheffield

[@vellaapril8099]

If he's never done ket why is he telling the ex addict how it goes 😅interviewer ruined this

[@sonjapewter9058]

Great interview - very informative

[@kerinabrooke8466]

I’ve never been where you’re at Jack but wow hope you’re super proud of yourself from going through, your understanding of the path you’ve gone down and your ability to come out the other side is awesome - your talks should be shown at schools :)

[@altered_attitudes]

Thank you for your kind words! We've just released part two of Jack's story-definitely worth checking out!

[@ReeReeBN]

He's very intelligent and articulate. Wishing well on this journey and spreading the awareness!

[@gspchelseafc2018]

Jack is so well spoken, so intelligent and seems like such a nice guy however (in no disrespect) like most addicts lacked when it comes to self control. It's heartbreaking to hear about this sort of stuff and this is coming from me, an outsider; I can't imagine what his parents must of felt. One thing I will say though is... Jack has got all my respect for going through recovery and I really hope he sticks it out and is doing well. It would be nice to get an update on how he is doing now considering this Podcast was posted 3 months ago.

[@kayking6047]

Fantastic podcast. Although please let ur guest do the talking, its his story we want to hear. Well done jack, i found listening to u very emotional and informative ❤ wish u all the best in your recovery xx

[@peterr931]

Great talk !!! I have been sober for 20.yesrs I'm 64 .. Booze drugs everything hospitals rehabs AA been there done that .. Fucked family friend all the usual things ... Great channel I would love to tell my story one day ... Iam In OZ it would help others I'm sure .... Cheers I went to.AA for 3 years only was it a help Yes !! Did I need it for life no ... Not one person from AA and I met hundreds over that period has ever contacted me to see how iam going .... When I was in AA i was invited to all sorts of events I was a popular person , lololo but I was dumped like a hot potato 🥔..

[@jonathanpatrick2729]

Well done Jack the future looks bright for you 🙏🏼🇮🇪

[@Yesno-jr7ou]

I love your podcasts,when im drunk and make comments sometimes it shows..(hopefully it will give this channel traction, because i want it to go viral) .I had a friend with a bad ketamine problem..he actually went to private hospital to clear him out,..major surgery I think..hopefully they could help this very sensible young man ..✌️☘️👁️👁️..all the best mate..bye fella,peace..

[@manicmaggie]

Such an interesting story, going against all the cliched reasons for addiction. For what its worth, I thought the ebb and flow of the interview was good, just like a normal conversation.

[@francesjones9896]

I thought the podcast gentleman was brilliant he gave so much information that people need to hear and Jack keep going on the right path you are brave and strong to keep clean well done love and light

[@Eden_Athena_Green]

Really great episode. Although I do disagree to the Gabor comment. The link between childhood trauma and addiction is clear. And it's not just your own childhood trauma, Gabor proves the correlation between trauma passed down through generations, which is also quite key to why people become addicts. There's a generational link that can't be ignored. I think it's clear that although this man had everything on paper as a child materialistically. It still sounds like there was a lack of in his life nonetheless. Thank you for sharing.

[@jaiadixon7918]

I agree with the host I’m afraid

[@lindaw.5836]

Addiction is an attempt to address a lack of something. You don't get onto the addiction path without a lack of something. That's why some can take drugs and not get addicted. And why some can drink and not get addicted. They aren't looking for anything. Addicts are searching for something that they didn't get in childhood when all the neural pathways were being formed. I was in exactly the same situation as this young lad. Yes, I did have loving parents. But through looking much deeper, and from right after I was born, there were clear signs. I won't go into it all here. I'm now 3 years of sobriety after my second stint at rehab.

[@Ghhh-on3nl]

Great on its always your background. Its from the moment you started..I was reminded when I first took estasy with my friend and that feeling I got. I said I'm going do this next weekend. Chasing that buzz

[@Brogsone1]

To much respect for you to tell your story Jack❤

[@racheldoesacrylic4089]

people worldwide are self medicating because we all feel something is wrong with ourselves or the world ,its not easy to come off heavy drugs ,its a life long battle for many of us ,your not alone x

[@Thebarebones_]

enjoyed this.thankyou.

[@altered_attitudes]

Glad you enjoyed it. Part two of Jack's story is now live and worth a view!

[@Thebarebones_]

@@altered_attitudes thankyou .i appretiate you letting me know theres a part 2

[@Chris-hp8yf]

Thank you for sharing your story with us. Every blessing to you and yours.

[@altered_attitudes]

Jack wraps up his story in part two, please have a listen and show your support, it makes a huge difference!

[@terrykeily9788]

Well done jack l remember when my son went favering taking drugs it use to upset me and my wife he came from a lovely family and home

[@cod5prowner]

Great insight from this guy all the best fella but was really irritating the constant interrupting and ruining his flow when he was getting into a story just let the man speak

[@Kasanova2x]

word

[@MOJORAPSCALLION]

I’d have liked to have heard him finish explain how things are physically now if he has an SPC, urostomy, UC?

[@lv8643]

Trust me waffling about crack and contraception had nothing to do with his story just ruined the flow of it. I understand in relation to a habit becoming more important than life responsibilities and family but didn’t make sense to me in relation to this fella

[@gaynor7947]

My thoughts exactly 💯

[@hasbosushi]

Amazing guest! Hope he gets more opportunities to tell his story

[@deanawells4395]

I know someone who is addicted to ketamine and it is horrible how it is destroying his life 😢

[@tayasmith2215]

Respect to the two of you .that was amazing to watch so much honesty. Thankyou

[@jonathanpatrick2729]

Very informative 🔥

[@parmjitsingh2329]

Good luck to everyone dealing with addiction stay clean stay safe

[@ImogenSparrow-w7c]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@aaronnugent8909]

Great interview boys 👏 god bless

[@altered_attitudes]

Thankyou for your kind words

[@dcsbadboysuragh6357]

Very touching subject my heart goes out to tihs giza i glad he told his story for people to recognise that is a dangerous drug or any drug to take bless him and a big masssive respect to your crew and yourself on your podcast.

[@opticalman6417]

all drug and alcohol addiction is raised from Trauma as long as Trauma isn't healed the addiction will always be there like most things in life its one thing play out of another then there is another side to it entity attachment if you have a drug problem this can lead to entity attachment as long as you got the attachment you are not going to kick the habit

[@sinceresong9907]

Surely this guy said his drug use wasn't related to trauma

[@opticalman6417]

@@sinceresong9907 its always linked to trauma anyone who says other wise is in denial its never about geting mixed up with the wrong people

[@nicbarth3838]

Trauma growing up is not inevitable but everyone at some point in life will have a traumatic event. Drugs still act on biological mechanisms

[@opticalman6417]

@@sinceresong9907 it allway is rooted in trauma

[@rickybolden7887]

Lovely hearing your story , unless you’ve suffered from the chronic sides of addiction it’s hard to fathom how and why it can get this far that a young man ends up in a nappie. Unless the condition is arrested it continues to be progressive like any illness’s left untreated flare up with symptoms . The good news there is a way out . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@WelshmanSudios]

The drs got me addicted to painkillers. God bless bro. Thank you fir sharing. Allot of addicts are functioning addicts.

[@Ch-wk7zc]

Well done Jack, heartbreaking to listen to. ❤

[@galegrazutis964]

Whats the hell is heart breaking. He was a spoilt kid .who became a junkie and a burden on the redt of us!

[@Ch-wk7zc]

@@galegrazutis964 There for the grace of God goes anybodys son brother father. Think every body derserves a second chance to make ammends.

[@sali-tr4jk]

Doing gods work love for Jack ❤

[@TheMarnaiz]

What an amazing young man. I wish him all the very best in life.

[@jeanettehoyer3180]

Thank you for this. Good luck for your journey.

[@altered_attitudes]

Thank you for your kind words, we just released part two of this Jack's story, it's worth a watch!

[@unitedkingdomoffiveeyes9765]

Seems like a nice lad, he would be a great speaker to the younger kids now. Also, it's rare to hear that accent without this roadman thing. Im from manchester and kids are going rogue.

[@altered_attitudes]

We think so too, top lad!

[@Laura-m8i]

Big up Jack! He understands his privileges and it’s helped him realise what he needed to do

[@Whittickk]

thank you for this

[@Tebbit38]

Well done jack currently 2 weeks clean after 25 years of using different drugs eventually ended up on heroin n crack totally destroyed my life and it all stearted with weed wich alot of people say is harmless drug i beg to differ.

[@ttttiiimmy10bit]

great kid, im sure he's cool when sober.

[@katherinebentley1012]

I found the host really complimentary to the conversation. He was very insightful and educational about addicts and addiction and the differences to "normal people". Great podcast. Great host. Great guest.

[@altered_attitudes]

We appreciate your kind feedback. Part two of Jack's story is now live and worth a view!

[@leigh7507]

Wow I was recommended ket today to cure my depression. Crazy how theres so much differing opinions

[@indigosmyth7475]

Is this reffered to as 'Special K' bc I've heard ppl talk about this yrs ago, sounded scary af

[@lindagallagher3711]

Lovely guy wish him all the best it's so sad once drugs overtake everything

[@galegrazutis964]

They make their choices!!

[@CarolineDocherty-m1b]

Well done mate can relate to the addiction godbless u