Learning to Live Again in the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@brianbarton777]

I quit drinking alcohol in 2013. I was a full blown alcoholic and now I have a sober mind. Congratulations to you for your achievement

[@mikedenham5882]

I’ve battled alcoholism most of my life.I’m proud of you.

[@One365thIrish]

Your story is almost a cut and paste of mine and many of the commenter's. 4 years, 4 months, and 23 days sobriety for me. This video is encouraging to me as I prepare to solo slow travel as a widower. Staying sober got me through loosing my wife of 27 years almost 3 years ago. It didn't get me through loosing my son almost 6 years ago.

[@jimmyjohn5162]

Brent, I found walking 45 min to 1 hr per day has helped me lose and maintain a healthy weight when combined with carnivore.

[@RobertMiami305]

Great Video Brent. I'm 5 Months and 4 days Sober. Yes I enjoyed it and I was that weekend warrior but I just thought it was part of life. Finally I got fed up with it. The Anxiety, Restless Nights, High Blood pressure and brain fog had run its course . I was tired of it Brent. So I stopped cold turkey. And the truth is , I've never felt better. Sleep amazing, self confidence skyrocketing, being engaged in good conversations. No Hangovers. Yes I was a happy drunk too Now I'm just happy and living my best life. 💪🏽Take care Brent and thanks for the videos

[@dg9265]

You turned your life around and you’re enjoying your life right now. You’re a good example. I’ll be there in six months. Can’t wait.!

[@cloonz25]

i stopped 10 years ago,wasnt a big drinker,but even so i feel much better.appreciate your honesty brent and dont look back,its only gonna get better for you .💪

[@davesmith9916]

It's always so nice to hear about people overcoming their addictions. Congratulations bud. Keep being proud of yourself. Take care

[@garywalker4272]

Appreciate ya Mr. Brent, I needed that!

[@Max-oi9es]

Brent for the fighting men you are very relatable. I'm from Michigan and i worked long hours in the heavy equipment and concrete materials reallocation industry. I'm also a certified welder. But it was a rough road to get there because i had been a 13 year old drunk and drank like that until the birth of my first born child (age 21). But it was men like you that sat down with me and taught me what i needed to learn to support my goals. And trust me, most of those guys were straight up drunks after work, but they were good men! Best of wishes on your new journey ✌🏾

[@merleyazzilla3009]

parting with something you love is a difficult thing, you speak truth to truth. i myself im prolly an alcoholic too. Combat Vet from Iraq war n copeN... i one day i hope to b in your shoes, saying and believing in a healthy way of living. thank u Sir!

[@raceman1966]

Congratulations of your anniversary! Live well and healthy in the PI!!!

[@gonetothefareast]

Congratulations to you sir, keep it going. I met a great woman here who does not drink, such a breath of fresh air. I have seen too many friends die from alcohol.

[@michaeldrea-lb6lj]

Well done Brent ,keep going be proud of yourself .

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

Brother, you beat it. Congrats! Kept on going and stay positive

[@OnlyKindnessMatterAfterAll1]

Congrats on 6 years sobriety. And you're a good man for sharing your story so others looking to get sober can look and know there's hope for him/ her too. I hope you can find a group you can attend. If not, perhaps you can start one, one's you've settled on a place more permanent.

[@badbrad1632]

Congratulations, Takes a strong person to share their dark side with strangers. Continue helping yourself by helping others.

[@terrydowns249]

Congratulations my friend.

[@junlab2612]

I find happiness when I stop drinking and concentrate on my family... when government imposes heavy taxes on alcoholic beverages and on cigarettes helps a lot... filipino dumaguete local local here.

[@benevita8562]

Félicitations pour l'anniversaire des 6 ans 🙏🏻 from Lyon, FRANCE 🇲🇫

[@PhilippinesFarmLife]

Best advice from my 12 years as a Philippines Resident: *BE NICE & DON'T TRY TO CHANGE THE FILIPINO* Make at least 3 new Filipino friends a week. Slow down, relax and learn TAGALOG

[@kathiemathias212]

Very good advice.

[@bayoumanbryan]

im proud of you Brent. i am also glad that things are improving for you, you got a lady friend. a growing you tube channel and still sober. keep it up.

[@keithandes2804]

Great job!! Congratulations on your sobriety! Keep up the great job!!👍

[@TomandAmyinthePI]

I'm proud of Ya Bro- Nothin is gaining on Ya now- You are in first place in the living of Your life- One of My Older brothers struggled with alcohol for most of his life and He died 13 years ago at 59 YO- He never could shake loose from it- Keep on the right track and stay cool!

[@dukeman7595]

Good for you, very happy for you sir.

[@damonl.8224]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@mikebrault9164]

You just told some if my story! Great job with the channel. You have given me the confidence to make the move. I have 5.5 years sober myself.

[@ronaldhein5739]

You are a great guy and it’s tough to quit. Many don’t make. Stay strong sir.

[@user-lg3td2ob9t]

Proud of you well done

[@chrism4008]

Hey brother, in july ill have 8 years clean myself, God willing i make it that long. One day at a time, and its so much better like this, everything is!! Proud of you Brent, youre a great guy ❤❤

[@kassad2008]

Just found your channel a few days ago. I enjoy your straightforward dialog. Really appreciate it.

[@jacksonalexanderholder6567]

Right on just take is slow you got plenty of life to live many things to achieve and do don't want to do everything all at once be miserable in the process if you do I'm proud that your learning woo hoo congratulations

[@ShikokuFoodForest]

Hi Brent. I am sorry to hear you are an alcoholic. My mother was a registered nurse who worked in many hospitals and with many alcoholics, drug addicts and people living on the street. Some people my mother worked with that I got to know committed suicide which was so horrible. I’ve seen people destroy their lives. I hardly drank much my whole life, but as a result of my experiences with alcoholics, I have never even had a drink socially for decades and have no desire to drink alcohol at all. People who haven’t experienced what I have, often never understand. Wow, it is so wonderful you kicked the habit and finally quit! Thanks for sharing your story. Keep strong. You can do it!

[@Quigley999]

Thank You Brent for Your Advice on addiction and Life. I’m Glad You are Continuing Your Journey of Sobriety👊🏼💪🏼👍🏼✌🏼. Thank You For Being Real and Truthful about all of it. Keep it Going Sir 👏🏼👊🏼💪🏼✌🏼🌞

[@ericpatrick418]

Congratulations on 6 years of sobriety.

[@samuelaragon3465]

Good for you I been sober 35 years clean and sober last time I was in Subic i was full blown in my addiction 18 years old Drunken sailor did a.lot drink ing in Pampa Texas In the 80 been working out there Amarillo been in Dumagutue since June 3 drink ing tells.you your okay Being honest with your self is how I stay clean and sober thanks for your honesty

[@orvillelb]

I’m a carnivore I only eat meat and i only drink water. Oh I do scrambled yokes with my meat for breakfast. I do best if i stick with the beef. I found a place on Silliman ave.. where they will grind up brisket for me no xtra charge.

[@orvillelb]

I’m a carnivore I only eat meat and i only drink water. Oh I do scrambled yokes with my meat for breakfast. I do best if i stick with the beef. I found a place on Silliman ave.. where they will grind up brisket for me no xtra charge.

[@samuelaragon3465]

It's the best thing I ever did for my self I noticed some of the Expats around here are still drinking living In fantasy

[@sovernhuman7182]

Speaking from the heart 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🌅

[@UberToeknee]

Brent way to go on your journey man , positive vibes for your success.

[@tonyquinn22]

Hello Brent, have struggled with drinking beer like you have. Tried to quit several times. Currently I have quit since February. I am mid 50’s and near retirement. Wife is Filipina. Actually currently living in Oklahoma, but not from here originally. Have been intested in Valencia since Reekay started talking about it. Maybe visit Valencia some day? We have some things in common. Glad I found your channel. I subscribed and will check out your past videos.

[@michaelpalosaari9460]

2/25/2010 🎉 outstanding Brent! I knew there was a reason I liked you and your direct message that you share for us viewers! If ya had it, I used it, and then I’d steal it from you and then help you look for it!!😂. Meth, coke, booze… ohhh yeah!! Plus more. So, way to go! I love that you say over and over “I Don’t have to do that anymore “! Thanks for sharing your experience strength and hope! I’m right there with you. A friend of Dr Bob and Bill W. Peace ☮️

[@christophermeaney5485]

I only know u from comments..so proud of you brother..f__k all those who say anything but good things about your past.. congratulations congratulations!!, VA has helped out many, u have helped out some one, believe me brother..ur friend have surgery yet??.. hope to run into you someday.. thank you 4 everything u shared with us..been there brother..

[@brentstrippin8867]

Thank you. He decided not to have surgery. Dr says hes healing fine. Just going to take time.

[@KC-in9px]

Good message and very thoughtfully prepared video. Your story mirrors many of ours. Thank you for your courage in sharing your journey of recovery.

[@joeldchenoweth]

Stay strong

[@johnnya9863]

Brent, An excellent heartfelt message. Keep up the good work. My beautiful Filipino gfriend doesn't drink. Plenty of those lovelies. 😊

[@luislemos9131]

Good for you! keep on keeping on.

[@orvillelb]

Congratulations on being alcohol free. I’m not an alcoholic but haven’t drank for 31 years. My life has been much better as a result. I was born in Amarillo.

[@TB-xx4gc]

Jail forced me into sobriety, but God has helped me keep it. Interestingly, I was always anti-drug, until I found cocaine enabled me to drink a lot more, and that was when cocaine became a partner to my alcohol in the same way alcohol was a partner to me. I wish you nothing but the best, my friend, and a life of sobriety and happiness.

[@dymon126]

Congratulations! Well done. July 9th 2005 is my date.

[@bazoincas12]

Great video We live in the same place and go Wednesday meetings

[@Vanrchy]

Fantastic good for you. Much the same boat minus the alcohol. I was contemplating Thailand but from what I’ve heard to many cheap temptations pharmaceuticals wise and less so in the Philippines. That and the English speaking makes me think The Philippines might be the better place for me. Thanks for your honesty much appreciated! 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@Chefmikey808]

Congratulations 🤙 I’m with you on the sobriety. It’s not easy but definitely better way of life

[@Melsey1027]

Congratulations my friend. I’ve been a non drinker for 11 years. And I’m much happier now and healthier.

[@frankinla]

Congrats on your six yrs, Brent 🎉👍. I’m really going through it with someone close to me being addicted right now. You’re a great example of what can be done. You know, I’ll bet a lot of ppl in recovery on vacation would be glad to pay u a few bucks to go out on guided day trips snorkeling, waterfall jumping, scooter touring, etc that stopped off for mango smoothies and healthful food instead of beer. 🥭 🍌

[@Lawrencerice]

RESPECT, brother. I never crawled into a bottle. My addiction was nicotine. From the very first cigarette, I instinctively knew I was 'hooked'. I struggled with it almost my entire adult life. But (as you know), once you've steeled yourself that YOU WILL QUIT, it can happen. Just like we have escaped from the rat race and came here, we have both finally broken the chains of addiction.

[@Freedom-33]

👍💪 For diet just keep it simple. All self cooked/self prepared. Eggs, meat, coconut oil, fruit, local real honey, coffee if you want. Eat as much as you want, whenever you want. As long as you only eat those things and nothing else you cannot overeat and cannot gain weight. You self-regulate. Decent coffee recipe if you have a blender: 1tbsp coconut oil, coffee, local raw honey - blend it until it’s frothy. Basic exercise 3-4x a week, especially squats will get you on the fast track.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Fior me it was an unhealthy diet. I had to make a radical change. It worked.

[@WendDesaulniers]

Its hard to find friends to hang out with who dont abuse liquor..

[@AnthonyShaw-ty9pi]

No doubt!! 👍😒👍

[@rosellroberts5010]

Enjoyed your video, thankyou

[@thomcarr7021]

You're not alone. I quit drinking every morning for 22 years. I hated being a drunk and so did everyone around me. I was able to finally quit 31 years ago. My sobriety is the best part and most important part of my life. My advice to everyone is accept life as it is. A "beer or two" won't make anything better " and it never ends there.

[@thomcarr7021]

And one more thing. Anyone struggling with this addiction can not be a nice guy about it. Stop thinking of yourself as just a partier or a guy who likes to be with "friends" for a few beers and a "good time". Start referring to yourself as a drunk because that's what you are. And when you think of going out for a "good time" , think of staggering around your car with some kid on a bike under it all mangled and screaming.

[@browniz1968]

Congratulations Brent.

[@dannystravelvlog]

Hey brother! Recovery rocks! My sobriety date is May 11, 1996. We should definitely hang out when I get back to the Philippines. I’m pretty new to this KZbin thing, but I’m trying my best. I like your style my friend.

[@mrbHanoi]

I haven't drunk alcohol 99.9% for 9 years Saved me 100k.

[@brycepeeler]

Who cares what anyone says. I’m proud that you’re out living life and seeing the world and proud to call you my dad. Your granddaughter will love to hear all your stories about your travels from you one day.

[@brentstrippin8867]

Love & miss yall!

[@spurgeonwrightjr.3115]

BIG UPS TOO YOU........

[@alfredchiasson2218]

Proud of you!!!

[@jimmyjohn5162]

Brent, thanks for opening up about your old addictions. As a veteran I can relate to your story. I’m from Miami, FL and drinking culture and partying was a strong influence on me. Once I got into the service, the drinking culture was even stronger. For years I was an alcoholic. It took me admitting it and the impact it had on me and my family. Thankfully I stopped drinking. Saving a lot of $ on not drinking. I’ve never felt better.

[@lembeck4010]

I just celebrated my 15 year anniversary. Congrats bro!

[@steveperyer4850]

Congratulations on being sober for 6 years m. I had a problem years ago, and just decided to stop it, because I was working where it wasn’t good to be that way.

[@iamwesterncanadian570]

Sugar in older people is dangerous, you can develop fatty liver very easily.

[@sovernhuman7182]

💯💯dude

[@robertwhitney9881]

CONGRATULATIONS BROTHER 😊😊😊😊

[@mikereid5226]

Congrats Brent! Very tough addiction

[@SabrinaLochrie]

So happy for you!!! BTW 6/27 is my birthday, so I will be thinking about you 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@brentstrippin8867]

Happy birthday!!

[@dotconnector76]

Congrats on your sobriety. My addiction was food. I've been on carnivore for almost 6 years. I lost 80KG and counting. Carnivore repairs the body and mind. Just don't eat any carbs on it, and it will work. I lose more weight eating meat than fasting. I moved to the PH last sunday.

[@MarsOcto]

I’m waiting on a 90 day program at the Ann Arbor VA in July and then I am on my way to Philippines in Oct. I’ve been a subscriber for a while. If you are still around it would be nice to link up with other vets.

[@d8f1ant75]

It's just mind over matter... I dont mind and it dont matter... but great entertainment. Keto... Low Carb all the way. It's amazing to hear... GO days and days... just FASTING... or eat once just a day... it makes shopping a lot easier???

[@user-hn7nz9bw9g]

I Am Sober on July 9th For 26th Years & I Can Relate To Your Story & Wish You The Best Steve

[@user-hn7nz9bw9g]

My Sobriety Is 07/09/1998 & I Was A Full Blown Alcoholic & Drug Attic I Took My First Drink At Age 9 & My Last Drink At 55 & Finally Went To AA & Have Been Sober Ever Since

[@user-kd4pg8eb7z]

AA helped me. Now I drink under another name.

[@agooyong6207]

Just remember one day at a time

[@kellyswanson746]

You aren't an alcoholic until you've drank with a North Dakotan.

[@TNKeith]

We all face our demons at one time or another. Good that you recognized your demons and are facing them and winning.

[@davidcoleman2796]

I have been so lucky . I can take it or leave it . Maybe a few beers a week . Maybe not drink for a few months . I do not smoke . No drugs . Im 66 in good shape . I still love women . 😂 its great that you stopped . Some people cant handle it .

[@jefflay8515]

It’s all or nothing for some of us. I admire people like you. My best friend is the same as you.

[@davidcoleman2796]

@@jefflay8515 I think it must be in people's DNA . I have lost a few friends to alcohol. A few more to drugs . It is very sad .

[@SurRonAlot]

I hear ya brother.. I know why you didn't want to meet up with me now. Maybe the comment about meeting up at a pizzeria and micro brewery. It's all good.. I understand your struggles for sure. Took me a long time to calm down on alcohol. Stay strong man.

[@brentstrippin8867]

We will meet up sometime my friend.

[@brentstrippin8867]

I more afraid of the pizza than the beer right now! Lol

[@SurRonAlot]

@@brentstrippin8867 Haha.. it's Neapolitan style thin crust and doesn't taste sweet.. actually tastes like pizza.. I'm telling you man.. it's the best pizza in the Philippines. I order it at minimum once a week lol.. only 490php for a 8pc pie.. brick oven and wood fired.. damn.. now I'm hungry.

[@lifeasithappens]

I tell you what , Those damn Roosters 🐔 crowing all day and night in the Philippines would make me an alcoholic and drug addict for sure !!!! How can you handle than crowing all damn day long non stop !!!!!!!

[@BrianDawsonLM10]

Hi from the UK Brent well done for beating the booze, how much do you pay for your accommodation there?

[@brentstrippin8867]

$413

[@steve9901]

Good for you to stop drinking. Alcohol is a drug, plain and simple. Nobody should be shamed for not drinking, whatever the reason

[@Asadeso]

Stay of that sh.. and you will be even prouder tomorrow

[@AnthonyShaw-ty9pi]

No volume.....🤔 Can't hear a word you're saying....

[@brentstrippin8867]

Must be on your end

[@AnthonyShaw-ty9pi]

Okay, Must be👍🙏👍 By the way, I'm 3 & 1/2 years sober myself. Drank for 50 plus years. Life is so much better now. Stay strong!!

[@user-ji6hc7qx6w]

im in liptong Valencia,50 yrs old. dont drink or dope, if you ever want to hang out let me know, ever need to do something let me know im right around the corner....

[@curtisjustus6689]

Wow, I'm in AA and you just came on. I'm looking for a meeting when I move there in March. I to went thru the VA. Please contact me. Curtis Justus.

[@brentstrippin8867]

Hit me up when you make it over my friend

[@curtisjustus6689]

@@brentstrippin8867 How do you work around a round trip ticket.

[@curtisjustus6689]

@@brentstrippin8867 Just saw your video, I got it.

[@billway7517]

Congratulations

[@dannystravelvlog]

Journey of 10,000 Steps #seniorfitness kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3PZdYinq7Gsn8U