Joe Walsh talks about addiction

Joe Walsh of The Eagles recently visited Otatara Pa in Waiohiki, New Zealand. This is the place he had an epiphany in the 80's and made the effort to get sober.

[@beefcake0354]

"... alcohol and drugs will convince you that you can't do anything without it" - I love that part

[@briano.5746]

It's so true

[@tinydancer2544]

They don't just convince you. You really physically can't function without them, when you're shaking and scared cos your body needs them. Its not just a psychological but a physical dependency on them. To be able to even get out of bed in the morning without one of them to straighten out your mind enough , that's terrified to barely move cos you are stripped bare and can't handle having to act normal when you're are anything but and can't remember the last time you were yourself without drugs or drink to make you feel the way you should feel without them. Yeah messed up minds lead to alcohol/drugs abuse but your brain has been reprogrammed to work with them and doesn't know how to, without them. So you're just struck into this nightmare that you know you wont get through a day like you normally would without them. I always use to say " why can't I just feel happy and not stressed out, naturally. Without having to take drink or drugs" I think anyone that could explain why we don't feel happy naturally without chemicals, would be a millionaire 😂

[@wangson]

He's dead on.

[@DavidSmith-ss1cg]

@@tinydancer2544 - it's easy to figure out; Joe said "over time." The body builds up a tolerance. Most people will never have a problem; Joe was an entertainer, and he did that when the pressure to indulge("peer pressure") was overwhelming. Joe is lucky to be alive; and he knows it. And, as he said, he's happy to help.

[@biblebadcopycatofcuneiform8210]

It's very interesting isn't it that Drugs or Alcohol have a mind of their own, that their Mind can Screw with Your Mind..to influence YOU to do anything. It's the same a God Vs Satan. How about, Drugs and Alcohol cannot Convince you of Anything...but YOU can Convince Yourself that you Need them? Now THAT's Empowerment!

[@Rokonroller]

Joe Walsh was the greatest inspiration that allowed me to sober up after 37 years 🙏🏻God keeping me alive to connect with Joes influence was obviously saved my life❤️

[@Metalbass10000]

37 years of rolling a set of dice that can be, and eventually WILL be, without warning, really fucking dangerous, possibly deadly. Many would never last 37 years, and some don't last 37 minutes. Along the way they'll allow you to confuse stupid with funny, reckless with adventurouss, and negligent with care free.

[@Rokonroller]

Metal bass 10000 You hit the nail on the head, So damn true

[@jamesarriola6056]

May God bless you my friend.

[@Rokonroller]

@@jamesarriola6056 thanks James🙏🏻 Rest assured, my higher power has been with me always, guiding me every step of the way.❤️

[@Metalbass10000]

@@Rokonroller I hope I didn't come off as on a high horse there. I spoke from experience, as having lived as sober now, and many years as far from it. Hope you're doing well.

[@unclefoiley819]

After being on drugs for 20 years & now sober for 11,I can say I love the simple life.

[@hkguitar1984]

Just a word of encouragement to you Sir. You did good, are doing good and I Pray you keep doing good. I myself have much the same story as yourself. We are Blessed.

[@gmsaintsfan]

@@hkguitar1984 yes we are...

[@Clarence2Worley]

Coming up on 5 myself and couldn't agree more.

[@andrewnorris1514]

Every second of every day is the bonus round

[@geneland]

Congratulations

[@kentborges5114]

JOE GOT HIS LIFE BACK...GOD BLESS !

[@waderivers3304]

Sober now 31 years, my son is sober twenty years, and my ex wife is sober ten years. We all went out to a restaurant and watched a basketball ball game (go hogs) and had dinner. We laughed ourselves silly and gave a great time. Life is good; pass it on. Btw, when my wife and I were in college Hotel California was number one. Great seeing Joe made it!

[@Clarence2Worley]

That's awesome.

[@matthewwolfe3943]

And that is what courage looks like kids.

[@sianchetty1361]

Absolutely, and when the boys arrived and did the Haka, I was in floods of tears. Thank you Joe.xx

[@madeinmississippi662]

Amen

[@suzannereilman4516]

Matthew Wolfe ...BEST. Comment.EVER...:)!☮⚜

[@danryan3146]

Turou hawaiki

[@johnc3403]

if I could give you a thousand thumbs up for that comment I would.

[@mumausarbogast-fonck423]

What an amzing man. My eyes leaked at this speach. God bless you Joe Walsh, God bless your family too

[@andrewnorris1514]

Joe has quite a unique delivery. Hes good a letting you know he ain't no better than you

[@Metemi]

He is so honest, wonderful.

[@grosebud4554]

He sounds so sincere, good guy

[@jmjmjmjm7046]

....no thumbs down for Joe Walsh. An Honest Soul.

[@ericynot]

Joe Walsh -- a good man.

[@Dreamweaver777]

His honesty and vulnerability is very moving. Thank you. xo

[@tomrogerlilleby2890]

The Experience - Just Want to say that you took the words right out of my mouth. This is a grown man that seems to truly have recovered. God bless him !

[@garymclay9885]

Joe is the real deal. A real superstar. God bless him.

[@biblebadcopycatofcuneiform8210]

Which God?!?! Enki, the maker of Humanity??

[@Huelogy]

​@@biblebadcopycatofcuneiform8210Jesus Christ our LORD AND SAVIOUR.

[@UserName-rw9jo]

Lost my mom to addiction makes me so happy to see Joe is clean and giving back so much respect for this man thank God we have a national treasure like this beauty!!!!

[@rayg9393]

I have come to so admire Joe Walsh for his heart of compassion for those struggling with addiction and for the veterans with PTSD. Joe uses his success and experience to help so many. God bless you Joe!

[@libertyvilleguy2903]

A great, no-nonsense message. Way to go, Joe. Thank you.

[@normanmacfarlane2867]

Wow ! Done in New Zealand ? Powerful stuff indeed Joe . Drugs and alcohol not only convinced me that i couldn't do anything without them but also that i couldn't do anything . . . Thank you Joe . A great guitarist and a great person.

[@thomasdonlin5456]

As one in 12 steps, thank you Joe!

[@stroburg02]

Thanks for giving back, Joe! You rock. Keep on keepin on.

[@therumpokid4217]

Heavens! If you are not moved by this speech then there is something really wrong with you. Thank goodness that Joe turned it around. So sad that so many casualties in the same line of business who did not make it. Great Haka!!

[@biblebadcopycatofcuneiform8210]

Orrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr...if you're not "moved" by this speech, then you realize he didn't say much at all except "Look Within". Which is what "The Confessor" is all about. His Speech didn't say anything really important, but his SONG does.

[@tyecook9630]

Joe on a stage being honest yet again, he always gives everything when he has a crowd. His humility here brought me close to tears having struggled with addiction myself..such a beautiful man..he's known as a party animal, the epitomy of rock n' roll excess and he lived it, but he survived like so many haven't and he's sincere about his sobriety and others too...joe is so inspirational to me..thank you joe walsh...

[@ernie548]

Addiction is so subtle yet so strong.

[@strictlynorton]

Total humility. Such power and empathy in Joes words. I'm sober and clean 2 decades now as is he and def back up his words about life being better (not easier but better) without alcohol and drugs. God bless him and all of us too!

[@jorgemunoz931]

Wow...he spoke from the heart and with so much truth in his words. He described what addiction does perfectly. This has been the best thing I've seen and heard today. Thanks Joe!

[@judementz-gibbons2334]

What an inspiration - there is usually no going back from where Joe was. And the damage occurred is very real. Joe would struggle daily. But he defied the odds and proved life can be good regardless and love, family, giving and heart is what it's all about. What courage. What humility. What a love for life which he took back. Very special. Bless him

[@kimsalter9333]

Love Joe Walsh! He is the man!

[@lauraroberts6533]

Needed to hear this!!!✌He is awesome!!😷

[@samdebbieshorter1771]

A class act that’s Mr Joe Walsh. I’ve been a fan since the beginning with the Eagles and after going solo and now touring with the guys again this summer with Deacon Frey and Vince Gill. Can’t wait to see the concert. He completely opened his soul and told those needing help to just ask for help. Sometimes people wait until you ask for help.good advice. Very proud of the man he has become .

[@jonimather2255]

I always admired Joe as a muscian, but this is big and it really touches me admitting your powerless and going from there. Very happy for you Joe, and for your family. Don't stop doing what your doin'

[@martigrant3707]

Love you Joe. I have a soft spot in my heart for you. When you talked about your struggles with your addictions it truly felt as if you were reaching out to those in emotional pain which is such a blessing to those who are struggling. You are a genius songwriter and guitar player and singer and human being. I have had a love for you since the 70's when all of my friends and I couldn't wait for your next song to come on the radio. I now have even more respect for you now that you are trying to help others recover. God bless you.

[@beekay5914]

Joe Walsh is a national treasure, for his music and for just being him.

[@merin797]

I remember watching this a few years ago, when my boyfriend was not yet sober. This talk helped me so much. I have seen people before and after their addiction. When they get sober, the light in their eyes comes back and they look clear and happy again. Thank you Joe for making me realize that my bf was not having a relationship with ME. He was having a relationship with D and A. I couldn’t change it. HE had to!🌸

[@blackdot3538]

After I sobered up, everything in my life got better. Everything.

[@Geotubest]

Love Joe Walsh. What an amazing man.

[@mackpainter7445]

44 years clean here.. Stories still make me cry

[@arvannoy5216]

Joe is so honest and talented. He seems really like a good guy. Seems he overcame his demons. His life seems good to him now.

[@roughcutscanada]

Words from a very talented and passionate man. Respect...

[@frankiecalabro2617]

Walsh is such a great man, in so many ways. May Gid always bless him and these people fighting addiction.

[@jandekleer5729]

Respect mr. Walsh

[@gregz8005]

God bless u Joe

[@tinawall952]

I have done powder and rock Cocaine and I now have 24 years clean and sober. I completely understand what Joe Walsh said. GOD be with all of you.

[@susanrodgers9222]

My alcoholic didn't make it. He is proof of what can and often does happen. He was my love and my world. Please if you need to reach out to call someone. There are amazing programs that exist. Know that I pray for you tonight and every night as I did for Jimmy K. You can do this!

[@teresafraher7595]

So sorry for your loss. 💕

[@roquefortfiles]

I love Joe. Not only does his music inspire me but he inspires me as a person. Because he's a good person inside. He had some demons and he got beyond them when so many others didn't. He was screaming toward a train wreck and he managed to get himself slowed down. Good on him. And he's passing that knowledge on.

[@AJ-Bruno]

roquefortfiles He had friends that helped him out.

[@sianchetty1361]

Actually, when you have an addiction you can only recover by yourself. You could have a million friends but only you can change your life.

[@ijuggle42]

true story

[@markusaurelius777]

@@sianchetty1361 You are 100% right. You need to want it for yourself inside. 1 million friends cannot do it.

[@sianchetty1361]

@@markusaurelius777 Bless you, Mark and thank you for your kind words. When you are lying in bed late at night- that is often the when the thoughts become dificult to manage and you need every ounce of self-will and strength that you possess. But seeking help is the best and only way to open the door to developing the skills you need in order to become the best version of you- you deserve to be that person and it can be done!xx

[@bobbydtv1]

LIFE after all the shit is not only good its the best ,love you Mr Walsh

[@dianalinscome5830]

You are so articulate to talk to people about addiction. I so wished my 2 sons Marcus and Anthony would have seen this but their addictions took their lives. Anthony was only 17 and Marcus was 46. I thank you for all your words of wisdom about this horrible addiction

[@donna3188]

Joe is a great man.

[@briano.5746]

Thank you Joe , you've been a great inspiration in life and my guitar playing. I'm almost two years sober ! PEACE 😎👍🎸

[@jameshoover3558]

Thank you, Joe for your courage. You’re a class act!

[@BRaDeeeZY]

Thanks for the hope joe. You truly are an inspiration.

[@sarascott8232]

Just adore this man and happy for him.

[@tom.hoffmann6585]

Sara very kind words 😇😁

[@ricardopachecojr.]

It was a pleasure to grade this!

[@debonaire_nerd]

You can check out but you can never leave.

[@brysenhall7044]

You can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave.

[@debonaire_nerd]

Brysen Hall You're the exception to the rule. You can leave. Right now.

[@brysenhall7044]

Debonaire Nerd sorry man just correcting an honest mistake you made. Not trying to get a nerd all worked up.

[@Underhills]

+Brysen Hall Chill out y'all. Have a joint.

[@AJ-Bruno]

Bad smell of cigars... Mercedes Benz is still kinda cool.

[@michaelmckenna9022]

I never realized how much I have in common with Joe. Guitar, AA, ham radio, volunteering with veterans, traveling on job, tube equipment and wife with cancer. Picked up my Analog man CD and listened to One Day at A Time, never realized before how meaningful this song is. My advice to anyone that is thinking about starting drugs or alcohol, once you're hooked no matter how much treatment you get there will be this feeling of something missing for your whole life. It's like an itch you cannot scratch.

[@ronnie5129]

Joe, thank you for the speech, you tell it like it is, I am glad you beat this and you are still alive, Cousin Figel

[@lilnipayer1992]

I am a wicked Joe Walsh fan. I am also really into all the passion that that group gave after his speech. WTG! God Bless everyone who is conquering an addiction. Much Love to you all.

[@timhalley6987]

It takes real courage to face down your demons. I appreciate the honesty and humility Joe shows. God bless us all, indeed.

[@SteveGamlin]

Major respect for Joe Walsh, to those who helped him, and those who are on the journey, substance-free. Although nowhere near the challenges that so many others have fallen into (mine was mild in comparison, but had become a very lazy nightly habit)...currently 29 months alcohol-free over here and loving how it feels.

[@tomcarwin1457]

Not only is Joe one of the very best guitar players in the world, he is a stand up man, a true inspiration

[@davidsmith-jj4iq]

Takes real strength, to open up,in front of so many,love his music,I hope your road is a happy one,you have done the hard part,I wish you all the happiness ,you've given others.

[@happichiqueweston7816]

Beautiful, heartfelt words....

[@davidnorton7234]

Amen to that Joe... that my friend was straight from the heart and you are so right it is so much better when you get back to the real you!!!! 20yrs clean and sober this year. Tough as hell at first but wow life is good if you live it and learn to love it. Blessings to you Senor Walsh and blessings to any one taking those early steps to recovery. Stick at it. Its worth it... and so are you.

[@marialuisa-eh3rt]

Joe Walsh is great!

[@garrettgermany3155]

Straight rock and roll this man is

[@auroralacasa3197]

JOE, YOU ARE A SUPER BRAVE, HONEST MAN, MEN LIKE YOU ARE THE BEST FRIENDS WORLD WIDE, AND YOUR FRIENDS ARE REALLY LUCKY. GREETINGS AND BLESSINGS FROM 🇲🇽

[@donwargowsky4724]

Will be 40 years continuously sober from alcohol in April of this year (2024). Was fortunate to get sober with the loving help of AA in Toledo, OH. Coincidently, I was a freshman in 69/70 at Kent State University & used a fake ID to get into JBs, a local Kent bar. Joe was playing in the "house band" then called The Measles & soon quit to form The James Gang. Joe's little talk here comes straight from his heart, along with many other "leads" I've heard at AA meetings. Nowadays, there's many addiction treatments to choose from besides AA & they all offer a way up & out.

[@collincourtois8587]

This man stood on the most prestigious stages in the world and he's even more of a giant now. M. Walsh you're an inspiration. Thank you so much for your words and sincerity.

[@srwaite7]

God bless you, Joe!

[@thesuccessfulbarber]

He is a national treasure. Love this man

[@lotadimaculangan2483]

God bless you joe Walsh your a good heart

[@bdog961]

A man that walked the walk. My respects sir. Straight up!

[@scottryan7411]

Very well said Joe!

[@danthrc]

I just watched this for the first time, and while I do not have a problem with drugs or alcohol, this man has inspired me and I hope he has inspired many more. Joe Walsh is a wonderful person and the passion of his words certainly struck a note in my heart that I did not have before......

[@michellecalling]

Thank you JW for your honesty. God bless you!

[@SidLaw500]

This man touches me with his soul.

[@tessaransom1281]

God bless Joe, one of the top 5 guitarist worldwide! So pleased for him & that he’s found love in his beautiful wife.

[@grahamwilliamson2574]

Inspirational words...heartfelt and authentic...help is only ever a heartbeat away....we all need help and companionship..keep going Joe happy new year

[@DerekLyons]

Great to see this, I love Joe Walsh.

[@mattf49006]

Grew up as a Walsh fan since the james gang days...I honestly thought a few times Joe would join the list of those who didnt make out the other side of addiction...I'm thankful I was wrong...what a example he is to others ..Joe ..I'm proud of you ..

[@paulabaker8403]

Right there on the same page Joe Walsh. Keep on working it Joe Walsh!❤🙋‍♀️🙂🌺

[@markbarnett420]

I still come back to this video after nearly 4 years sober.

[@RN-wi8fi]

I am glad you can realize that 'life's been good to you , so far' One day at a time ,brother.

[@carntspell]

Inspiring and fantastic words delivered humbly by the rock legend who gave us Hotel California solo. What a good human

[@billhawkins1236]

An amazing man. I'm not sure how Joe got through this speech without crying because it certainly brought me to tears. I show this video to friends in distress and pray that it gives them some inspiration.

[@matthewvanio2234]

I love you Joe I'm literally crying right now brother because I'm going through the thing right now

[@aaronaldrich1546]

Hang in there

[@JamesHadfield-qz9rv]

as Great as Joe is as a guitarist he manages to reach that lofty peak as a compassionate Human being!

[@bmelvin1234]

There is not 1 thumbs down….I might take a screen shot. I've never seen this on KZbin. Great message Joe. Thanks for sharing.

[@Buelligan88]

Yeah, noticed that. It's up to almost 67,000 views with not one thumbs down.

[@avolite719]

I see six thumbs down now after your comment.

[@AJ-Bruno]

AVOLITE Yeah people should stop whining about thumbs down. A sure way to get some more.

[@The_Real_Indiana_Joe]

Joe seems to be a good man. A man who conquered his demons.

[@BlueSkies32]

So glad you made it through! Thank you for that great video on guitar set up and intonation, and of course the Hotel California solo, amongst other amazing and highly creative playing and song writing.

[@Dan-zq5wt]

Love Joe Walsh. He’s a good man and an anti-rock star with rock star talent.

[@christenefowler9925]

That was so well put I am 3.5 years sober and I never thought I would shake the demon of 25 years i first found out about Joe's sobriety when I watched him with Brian from acdc it was a great program thank you Joe xoxo 💙

[@Mark-pp7jy]

Simply put, sobriety is contingent upon living in the solution instead of the problem. Good for you Christene!

[@claychandler3468]

Getting sober is tough you have to come to a realization that you have to want to get sober and most importantly keep in mind and I say this is very true and I discovered it myself it's not just what you do to yourself it's what do you do to the others around you what do you do to the others around you because they see a different side of it until you see that just think of that until you see that no differential or changeable will ever be made

[@justayoutuber1906]

I'm proud of celebrities trying to help others. This isn't going to make him sell more records, it seems like he is truly doing it from his heart. Good on him.

[@RobbHoule]

way to go, Joe! you are a good leader.

[@donnav7103]

Wow! That brought me to tears. I have been a fan since the beginning of The Eagles. Joe, you are God sent!

[@tonyfazioli8579]

An amazing musician and an amazing human being. Thank you for everything that you do!

[@Jhietanen]

This gave me chills!!

[@stevecardwell6911]

Love this Guy. Joe Walsh is No1 in my book.

[@amusicalheart7]

Thankfully I've not had to face these issues but I have so much respect for Joe and how he has handled them in his life. He is an inspiration for anyone dealing with struggles of any kind. Thank you Joe for your example.

[@belindareeves1769]

Thanks Joe for Carrying The Message of Recovery & Hope 👍💋 I'm 25 yrs In The Program & Grateful for it

[@georgebrown7906]

And that is why we love Joe Walsh...