Living With Liver Disease | Alcoholism Recovery | How I Stay Sober

[@DanealLamb]

I drank heavily for a long time, lost many friends to alcohol. Have a heavy history of alcoholics in my family. Decided to quit,I noticed my body wasn't processing alcohol well. I prayed,God broke the chains of alcohol. I feel so much better,lost 30 lbs. Wake up refreshed in the morning,clear minded. The obsession is gone,all praise to Jesus for setting me free!

[@heidig.5053]

Excellent! Keep it up, it's worth it.

[@MelaniaT-r6m]

Good for you my friend. You are rare.

[@intheshell35ify]

@@DanealLamb you have traded one mind numbing, deadly addiction for another. Way to go bevis.

[@LoveForBluebirds]

​@@intheshell35ify Instead of giving him kudos, you turn it into a personal attack. Not nice

[@intheshell35ify]

@@LoveForBluebirds why would I give him kudos?!? Jesus did all the hard work according to him.

[@jasonkeisermusic]

Thanks for this video. 4 years sober here and never interested in drinking ever again. Not only is it such an expensive habit but it just wrecks your body and mind.

[@RonsMom40-pu1en2gj4p]

This is our beloved LD. He has touched the lives of so many. His strength, honesty, transparency, sensitivity and love has helped me in the grieving process of losing my 40 year old son....to all the same issues. Truly a God send. May our Lord extend his life so that others may not die as did my son.

[@andysav72]

Love you Rons Mom x

[@amandaflaherty7528]

❤❤❤

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

The family voice is so important in this conversation, if ever you feel called to share your experiences I would be honored to talk with you about it.

[@williamstodola7776]

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[@MonaYY_Rig]

Ronsmom great to see you here. Love and hugs to you. I hope you’re doing good 💚🤟

[@lokiwizard2396]

I haven't been diagnosed with any liver problems but I do have a suspicion. I recently decided to quit drinking. But I have a party to attend this weekend. Naturally was going back and worth if I should drink. I think me finding this video is a sign from GOD. Why? Because one night in bed feeling aches I made a promise to GOD. I promised I will not drink anymore as long as you heal me. It was a subtle promise. But this video has reinforced my promise. So I promise to GOD, you and everyone on KZbin I will never drink again.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Just keep getting through each day, they'll stack up one at a time 🙏

[@timothywallace5507]

Warning always comes before destruction. If you believe it was a message from God, heed to it & keep your promise. Try 🍄 100% organic no side effects with many health benefits.

[@raymondlin8728]

You haven't been "diagnosed with any liver problems" Is that what the blood test show your doctor told you this ,? Was this after the an MRI. ? Liver scan done. ? Mine looked like Swiss cheese. I stopped immediayely drinking beer, wine, wine cooler, anything that had any percentage of alcohol in it. Threw everything out. The word liver failure, transplant scared me straight. Never touch alcohol again

[@RichBudski]

Amen.

[@DesireeFloyd-nx6zq]

I'm with you. I will never drink again. Had my last drink last night.

[@teresagreen1484]

My daughter passed almost 3 yrs ago from cirrhosis, she suffered for many yrs with the ammonia going to her brain , hospitalized in ICU more times than I remember, was put in jail time after time for Pi .. her drinking destroyed her life mentally, emotionally and physically. She was physically and emotionally abused by others. I'm at peace knowing she's no longer suffering here , I know she's with Jesus in heaven now.. Alcohol is a legal drug that makes the system , etc.. lots of money.. I'm not sure I can continue to listen after you said about the throwing up blood , she did this 3 times list all blood was told she wouldn't make it but she did but couldn't never win the fight and the last time she left this earth

[@angiesweeting6618]

I am so sorry for your loss! I hope she is at peace and is no longer suffering. Alcohol is an evil thing that has the ability to completely destroy lives.

[@CMoore8539]

I’m so sorry for your loss.💔🙏

[@meghancampbell4005]

Thankyou for sharing your daughter's story. ❤

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

I'm so sorry for your loss, thank you for sharing though, we need as many voices in this conversation as possible.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

The family perspective is so important and not nearly talked about enough. If you'd ever like to talk about sharing your experiences, please feel free to reach out. [e-mail] no pressure.

[@heidiwitherspoon485]

My younger brother is in his final days with hepatorenal syndrome from end-stage alcoholic liver cirrhosis. YOU ARE SO BLESSED to have a second chance. This is a terrible way to go out. I hope your videos go viral. The world needs to know.

[@BillSteve-w9l]

Love LD's channel! Watch him every day even after being 5 years sober. Simple reminders keep all of us going.

[@dubbadubdub82]

LD is the man! I watch every single one of his uploads great content

[@sueannemathews4037]

My Brother Gary just passed from cirrhosis of the liver. His hell on earth is finally over. Thank you Lord for taking him home to where he will be healthy again and at ✌️ peace😊

[@angiesweeting6618]

LD is an amazing human and I am so thankful that he made it and is doing as well as he is. He has helped me more than I could ever say. I was in liver and kidney failure in November 2023, and somehow made it. Unfortunately, I do have alcoholic cirrhosis. LD's daily videos helped me through the most difficult time in my life when I just wanted to give up. Thank you to both of you for creating content to help others with addiction.

[@meghancampbell4005]

Congratulations on getting sober. I will be thinking of you and wishing you ongoing sobriety and happiness.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thank you for sharing, and being a part of this very challenging conversation.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Well said, Angie ❤ 🎉🎉🎉🎊🎉

[@lauragamello560]

I truly admire LD for his strength and honesty. I became a subscriber a few months back when he came up on my feed. He has been through it for sure. It’s scary to think about how close he was to losing his life. I am so glad he is still here with us. He has, and is, helping so many others. Thank you for your channel as well. 👍

[@starlenephillips4715]

❤

[@sandrac4244]

I admire his honesty. His strength in admitting he was selfish. May God continue to bless him and his family.

[@heidisullivan1099]

First time hearing your story, God Bless To You that your still here to share your story

[@travisn346]

You can tell this guy is a great dude. I've never had substance issues, but there's so much that can be learned from these inspirational recoveries.

[@snakesonn]

This dude is genuinely remarkable. His channel is amazing

[@starlenephillips4715]

❤❤❤

[@starbright1256]

Agree

[@giatasha2181]

Love LD. None months here off alcohol and any time the thought even crosses my mind I watch his videos and that’s the end of that. He has helped me reprogram my mind.

[@Brett.1984]

Wow what a story. Glad your still around buddy, dont ever go back!

[@royalredus]

Like so many others, i follow LD and watch nearly all of his videos. I'm not even much of a drinker myself, i just enjoy listening to his story of redemption.

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

Great convo!! I watch LD every day and find his talks compelling, educational, and loaded with sincerity and a uniquely genuine desire to help ppl with AUD, liver disease, and related problems and struggles. Thanks !!

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

You're welcome!

[@amandaflaherty7528]

❤❤❤

[@TeresaSeymour-mi4xr]

LD is a huge influence on my journey to give up alcohol completely. So happy I found his channel. Thank you so much

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for the comment, I'm glad LD has been such a positive presence on your journey!

[@MonaYY_Rig]

Woo. That’s my friend LD. an amazing , inspirational, motivational man. He wouldn’t be able to spread awareness had he not gone through this battle. He helps people win at this awful disease. Awareness through prevention and battle. He’s a great man. I tell everyone I know about his Channel. He is devoted to this very huge problem here not only in USA but there are members from other countries. He treats us all like we are his bff. Straight from the heart. It’s been wonderful watching him grow his channel. Thank you for inviting him on. And of course LD THANK GOD FOR YOU 💚💚💚💚💚💚🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@liberty5069]

Honesty and Humbleness just oozes from this man. Thanks, LD. You are a life saver for so many.

[@madiclegg3690]

Iv got diabetes and chronic pancreatitis due to alcohol and not eating properly. You are an inspiration. Thanks.

[@Gary_OC]

LD is an inspirational person. His commitment to helping others is truly awe inspiring.

[@RedViper77]

I work in a hospital as a disability coordinator. The NUMBER 1 cause of disability for my facility is alcohol abuse. People have no idea how incredibly damaging it is, EVEN IN SMALLER DOSES. You dont have to be a full-blown alcoholic to cause irreversable damage. I process applications for liver failure for TWENTY year olds as much as I do for individuals in their 40's and 50's. Had I known how detrimental it actually is to the body in my younger years, I would have never had a drop!

[@IanHorn-ng4pl]

Thank you for the post! Thanks to you i am off alcohol for good!

[@yppakcaasi5396]

I just went in to the ER after i filled the toilet with black liquid after weeks of ab pain. Ct scan and blood work all came back inmpecible except for my fatty liver.. i learned pebto bismol can cause black stool! They kept.me.for. observation because the scan showed possible bleed in the colon. Used that night to do a moni medical detox as they drew blood every 4 hrs.. my bloodwork was all great, not even pre diabetic anymore! Unbelievable! Got 2 rounds of ativan and thiamine but other than that.. by morning learned no internal bleed, hemplobin, sugars and salts all fine.. just a fatty liver. After yrs of thin stools and diarhea and decades of drinking i am in AWE that nothing else but my liver has been truly impacted.. pray i can stop beer so i can heal this fatty liver

[@rachaellin5055]

I watch on a daily, still not drinking. Lost count 1year , 2 year, more? Blood test recently….everything in range comfortably 😊 thank you for your channel ❤. Hope you’re doing well and staying healthy

[@kennithminnich]

Sadly, ive had a couple friends that were told the same thing. Guess what?? They drank again and died. But for the grace of God go I...

[@judithnicholais1492]

Consistently a mesmerizing speaker ---- inspirational, honest and warm ----- I so admire this remarkable human being. Thanks both of you ---

[@David-kp5mp]

What an amazing fella , so pleased you beat the addiction. I didn't experience it as hasrh. I was never a drinker till i hit 36 i spent a 4yr period drinking a litre of gin on a daily basis. In the end i had the morning sickness, shakes, liver pains were horrendous. My personal hygiene dipped, i couldn't do my job properly. The turning point for me was when i broke my wrist, i literally spent 2 weeks in bed drinking. I had friends and family nearly beating my door down with worry. I finally thought enough is enough that was the 9th of December 2023. The come down was the most brutal things I've ever done, 5 days of something i never want to experience again, i went almost 72 hours without sleep , i was hearing and seeing things, hot and cold sweats , pains. I finally made it , that feeling of normality started to came back. I've been sober since! It feels fantastic waking up again in the morning with a clean mind. People out there watching this and are in the same boat you aint alone and help is out there, please try to give it up. He's right being sober is the best feeling ever.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

That sounds like a wild ride, thank you for sharing 🙏

[@ritacooke3175]

LD has one of the most powerful testimonies I’ve ever heard. ❤❤❤❤

[@Juju-wk7yv]

LD is an inspiration to so many. Thank you for introducing him to more people.

[@raymondlin8728]

Almost 2 years zero beer, zero wine. My liver cirrhosis, early alzheimer's, ..gone

[@fortythreenorth2518]

You're an inspiration to me.

[@visam28]

That's great!

[@mmixero4406]

I thought they said you can’t reverse it

[@raymondlin8728]

@mmixero4406 depends on how much damage there is. Scarring. If there's mild to moderate damage, there's room, time to Reverse it. The research is out there. Everyone's individual situation is different Me, I'm careful with what I eat, drink lots of water. Tea, sleep, exercise, some multivitamin, milk thistle, etc My bloodwork, blood pressure, all within range. Again zero beer, zero wine. 100% no alcoholic beverages. Went from about 250, 260lb to about 185, 190lb without exercise and diet. Just empty calories

[@raymondlin8728]

@@mmixero4406 don't drink, healthier diet, medication, exercise, puzzlebooks, reading, no tv,....im recovering, improving

[@samusvikerness661]

This dude has an amazing channel.

[@kathrynminnick8986]

Great interview! You asked the kind of questions that helped highlight who LD is, why he is so committed to his work, and overall why he is so special. Thanks!!

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JimmyJ1983]

Glad ive stopped... for the last 2 years i drank heavily, lost my dad last year, dont see my kids, drank to self medicate, my mum and brother were alcoholics, mum always said, waking up the next day, the drink has gone but your problems are still there, so glad ive stopped, doing sobar October, wont lie i still drink once every few weeks/months but nothing at all like last year, moderation is key, being sobar feels amazingly more than being drunk hung over, hope anyone out there has strength to stop or change there habits. I go gym everyday now my anxiety and depression has littereally disappeared due to stopping alcohol xx❤❤😢

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for sharing 🙏🙏

[@shoeshane6494]

Watched LD every day while I was struggling through my first couple months of sobriety. Thanks again my friend!

[@Kristen10-22]

Love watching LD grow on the daily Spiritual awakenings are real ❤ LD you are an inspiration You found your spiritual gift

[@amandaflaherty7528]

❤❤❤

[@Luisa-f2s]

God bless you and your wife. You are a miracle, thank God for your testimony. I really can see God through you.

[@jeam1]

Thank you so much for your vulnerability and honesty. You are serving God by making people aware of the dangers and consequences, in a world that glorifies and lies blatantly about the hideous reality of alcohol dependence. Your children will be so proud.

[@mariosmith7864]

Thx for your truth. I couldn't barely get through the video. I keep relapsing and quitting and relapsing. Destroyed all my relationships, 4 kids, wife, friends, jobs.....and pulling out again now from a bad relapse. This hit home, like no BS. Still trying to make it through the video for over an hour because the tears. Stay blessed!! We got this!

[@maureenbb-b1i]

i had 12 years sobriety, Then relapsed, Since then I've pent a year binging every every few months. If you ;got sober don;t throw it away

[@JackiePena-h4z]

We love LD & his channel. He is helping so many people. Love how humble he is. And he is raw & honest. ❤❤😊😊

[@cheesecake4you]

This videos are amazing please carry on. This video should be shown in every school around the country.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Roger that!

[@Micru866]

Thank you for such an amazing conversation. I follow LD and several other creator’s making sober content. LD is absolutely a testament of what turning your life around can offer you so many gifts that don’t cost any amount of money. He elevated himself 💯 and is helping so many others. I just subscribed to your channel as well. Thank you for spreading the word.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for the sub!

[@amandaflaherty7528]

MICCCRRUUU Just saying hi! I miss you, my friend 😊

[@Micru866]

@@amandaflaherty7528 heyyyyy Amanda! Likewise, always nice to see you my friend. Hope you’re doing great 😊!

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@Micru866 I am. In the full swing of the new schedule. It's hectic, but it's opening the door to a better life 😊 I hope you're doing great as well! Have a good week, and get excited! We're two weeks away from spoooOoOky season haha

[@Micru866]

@@amandaflaherty7528 there’s always that adjustment period…but you got this 💪. I know I’m super excited favorite time of the year. Looking for some relief in the weather so I can enjoy the outdoors. We’re at the midpoint and I know it will be a fantastic day when I start it off with a message from you. Thanks for spreading positivity and joy. Have a great day!!! Going to go make some coffee ☕️ get the motor running lol.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Sorry for the sound problems on the original upload. My bad, enjoy the show, LD did a great job ❤

[@CMoore8539]

Excellent Video!!💞 Thank you so Much.

[@H225-z3v]

You are doing great work buddy, i am a lifelong subscriber now.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

@@H225-z3v That is meaningful to me, thank you ❤❤

[@newkingdom6750]

Love LD ❤ He's helped and helping so many of us 🙏

[@stepha3003]

When LD mentioned the odor from getting so sick, I wonder if it was the smell of iron from blood. Thank goodness you lived to tell your harrowing journey. 🙏❤️ Thank you for this podcast!

[@Tracey..H]

The devil comes to kill, steal and destroy, but I ( Jesus) have come to give you life and to give it more abundantly. Alcohol is used by Satan to kill and destroy. I ask all of us to repent and pray for forgiveness. Life is short anyway you look at it. I’m sick from kratom, alcohol, bad food etc. We’ve ruined our temple. Ask for mercy. ❤ ld is doing a great job helping others BOUND by addiction. Lord help us all.

[@roxanapeters429]

Amen 🙏 in Jesus name..

[@Middleearthokie]

This is the stuff alcoholics like myself need to hear.

[@amandaflaherty7528]

Thank you for sharing such an important story with such an important message on your channel. This could help so many people! ❤❤ There are so many who are struggling with addiction and feel hopeless. There are so many others that are battling with their health because of alcohol related disease, and they feel the same way. LD's message empowers others to take the reigns on their health because he's a living testament that it's never too late to turn things around, and things can and will improve if you are willing to invest heavily in yourself. The way that you directed the conversation was flawless. Thank you for all your hard work! I just subscribed! 😊

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

If you're still breathing, there's still hope. Thanks for the sub 🙏🙏

[@amandaflaherty7528]

@@hardknoxtalkspodcast exactly. Thanks for the great work you're doing 😊

[@CraigFox-lt6lt]

@@amandaflaherty7528 💜 👌

[@ac44-d4s]

You are amazing. May God Bless and Heal you .

[@musicnut1966]

My mom was told that she had maybe 6 months before she would be needing to get a new liver. She was very ill, and it finally scared her enough to quit drinking after 15 years. 20 years later, healthy liver, no problems.

[@CMoore8539]

LD is my favorite Utuber!♥️ Thumbs Up 👍 and shared out EveryWhere!!!😊

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for the support! I'm really glad I came across his channel too, he's been a pleasure to work with!

[@ShadesOClarity]

@@hardknoxtalkspodcast It was recommended to me. Probably from your share. Thanks.

[@fishguyzach9243]

Same here! I find myself going to LT’s channel multiple times a day. 62 days today

[@b.tilson5198]

@@fishguyzach9243congratulations! 10 days for me. I hope I make it out this time

[@deborahdavis8769]

I follow LD. I never miss a video.

[@blonka123]

Wow, what a recovery story! Be grateful for every God-given day

[@DRG2517]

My Ex is alot like this. The last 5 years of our relationship was constant fighting to get him to stop. He doesn't eat well and gets wasted every night. All I can do is pray for him. I just couldn't watch him do this anymore. I hope he gets the chance you got before it's too late.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thank you for sharing, I'm sure others can relate 🙏

[@colinnz]

I follow ld. So proud of him

[@esorliversage6634]

Will always be a recovering "alchy" and like some-one said the craving 8s sometimes more real than other times. Fear of not being able to sober up "again" . God has a lot of work with us!

[@whatsthisnow101]

Alcohol is the friend you shouldn’t hang around with. I’m scared of the damage I’ve done to myself with alcohol and just recently have realised that kidneys hurting all the time and liver pains are not good. Easy trap to fall into, there is an excuse to drink for everything; celebrating, birthday, wedding, funerals, it’s winter, it’s summer, had a bad day, had a good day. Had a night out recently and knew it was not a good idea, took over a week to feel something life human. Literally spent a night writing down how long I have left and how long I have to live. Need to see a doctor now, but it isn’t fun, less for the folks you are going to leave behind.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@brians712]

LD is absolutely amazing and he has a heart of gold. Subscribe

[@pp-hw4bl]

Thank u for sharing , it helps me to hear this kinda stuff struggling with my own behaviors.. ty

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

You are so welcome!

[@kimgomez2545]

It affected my heart so i quit alcohol 4 years now i feel so much better

[@lynnepaquette4124]

I follow his channel. He went through hell it's so sad. He's a real inspiration. He seems really kind. I have liver disease too. It's hell. Torture. I felt my liver too! I keep relapsing despite all this. Please do not do what I'm doing. I'm going to try and quit again my friend offered to bring me to her place to help dry me out. I cannot be left alone anymore.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Sending strength for the journey 🙏🙏🙏

[@starbright1256]

❤

[@caroltaylor3931]

I am on day 22 of sobriety after many many attempts at stopping. Something in my brain just changed. Keep trying, you are so worth it, I wish you well xx

[@F110mech]

LD is a stand up dude!

[@floridapunkun5121]

I was diagnosed 8yrs ago with liver cirrhosis in ICU and COMPLETELY turned my life around,from the food I ingested everyday to water water water!! This life is possible and I’m so much better off living a healthy wonderful with two Beautiful granddaughters🙏🏼

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for sharing!

[@lisagreene1458]

LD is helping so many people! He is such a blessing!

[@Sharon-xb8ve]

People are helping themselves

[@lisagreene1458]

@Sharon-xb8ve And people are able to help themselves more with encouraging words.

[@Sharon-xb8ve]

@@lisagreene1458 I like LD but a lot a lot stuff I wonder about stuff

[@Sharon-xb8ve]

@@lisagreene1458 LD never once talks about actual liver disease pancreas it's sounds like he is diabetic brought on by alcoholism,. So I don't know. I have actual liver disease with renal failure and I know I will die soon once you scar the liver there is no turning back.

[@lisagreene1458]

@@Sharon-xb8ve Im so sorry to hear that and that you are going through this. I have cirrhosis. My liver has nodules and scars on it. Its still functional at this point and I'm trying not to scar it any further.

[@Foodstamp9162]

I was finally able to quit, took blood test and decided I don't wanna die early. It stopped being fun, acid reflux was terrible. I was drinking 17 drinks daily from boxed wine, sometimes more for 4yrs straight since the pandemic. I have fatty liver, I just quit this week. I finally got help for the shakes, that was my biggest problem, I couldn't taper myself with alcohol. I'd just drink the same. But I got meds finally and I'm done. I also believe in God and I want to be ready and happy to see him when it's my time

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thank you for sharing, that's powerful stuff I'm glad you're here 🙏

[@EmRozey123]

Here For our brother LD ❤ Gift from God

[@scottwashburn1218]

Been fighting the good fight for over a year. Almost 61. But nicotine addiction still kills. Get off pouch's, lozenges please. Know I've got cancer in my throat. Dr. Appt in a week. Going to Costa Rica with my wife this winter is what I pray. All left in His hands. Good news is get to meet my Maker. Peace out.✌️❣️

[@facefromda704]

Blessings ❤

[@josephmcavoy1039]

How can this guy still be alive, I glad he was able to get sober

[@bruno12_3]

Me to mate the second time I drank alcohol at 17 I was addicted straight away the way it made me feel

[@ChristinaUniverse-lq1ex]

I don't want to go through that.thats one of the reasons I watch this.

[@simonjohn70]

yeah but it gets annoying how in some videos he tells people u cant stop ext ext.... and hes clearly trying to profit from these videos at the rate hes posting videos

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

To create content at this level, creators pretty much need to make a few bucks because its really time consuming. I have been doing this full time for 2 1\2 years and wouldnt be able to do it like this without sponsorships and ad revenue.

[@chrisbrown8748]

This is really sad stuff. I’ve never been addicted to alcohol but I have a family member going through this which is what brought me here.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Well I'm glad you found us. Sending strength for the journey 🙏

[@ImsunaSong-gw2gs]

I love your sincere compassion you had towards this guest. I subscribed. 👍 ❤

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Welcome aboard!

[@AdamRead-ot3df]

Having had AUD for a decade, and a drinker since the age of 18, I have never found anyone that I can relate to like LD. Alcohol has wreaked havoc on my body and mind, and I wish that it was made illegal. In the relatively short time that I’ve been watching LD’s videos, I have finally found someone whom I can relate to.

[@StreetSweep]

Reminds me a bit of myself. Was in the hospital a couple times in 6 months for acute pancreatitis, and then it quickly turned into once a month for an entire year, along with liver disease. Kept drinking anyways, even after a doctor gave me the very serious talk about me not lasting much longer if I continue drinking, still kept drinking. Ive been almost 3 years sober now, somehow I avoided getting diabetes, and haven't had anymore issues with my pancreas. I feel very fortunate to have fully healed from all that. That was such a shitty time. When I think back on my past, the years I was drinking are just blocked out of my memory, was just such a worthless waste of time those years, not one good thing came from that. Also, men, get your testosterone checked after you get sober. It may change your life having your hormones put back where they need to be if they are low, and be one of the pieces of the puzzle to help you keep yourself together and stay sober.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@danhill6060]

Thanks for sharing your story man it's pretty uplifting

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for listening

[@goforward123]

TY! Knowing you went thru all that to speak to me gives me a new outlook on my life. TY!

[@pollyanna147]

I’m 36. I’ve been to every state and damn near every continent and country in a touring band. I can’t leave my home in Los Angeles because of what alcohol did to me. I didn’t drink until I was 23. If anyone reads this, I never in a million years thought this would happen to me. I’ve been sober for 5 years but I was running around until I was 31 and now I’m in chronic pain.

[@jon_wholesale]

What kind of chronic pain?

[@pollyanna147]

@@jon_wholesale constant pancreas pain, even if I'm not having a flare up

[@Rover19666]

Try a carnivore or as close to it as you can for a month, it will help with inflammation to be sure, good luck watch Dr Berry, Dr Chaffee, Dr Baker for help with this

[@KaraLey98]

Gosh-LD-I thought your sons were toddlers-not pre-teens!! You must be SO PROUD of them-I’m so glad you’re getting to spend more time with them-and on your channel tomorrow I do want to hear what they got for Christmas 🎄😇 I bet yall had a real nice holiday together this year! 🎄 Take care, Kara

[@jennifermoffitt7294]

this story is remarkable. I'll have to find his YT channel. I hope he is staying healthy and can continue to help others

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

His link is in the shownotes :)

[@ShadesOClarity]

Good to see you on another channel, L.D.

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks for stopping by 🙏

[@veronicafoxx27]

I love LD and his mission

[@a.amanning7631]

❤ love Ld. Sooooooooo much

[@Tonyreed-o8k]

hes married

[@truthseeker6370]

Excellent, very powerful interview

[@ashley6934]

Rest in peace to all the souls who've lost their battle with alcohol. My daddy was one if them. Rest easy now. June 8, 2019. 5 years free now.

[@starbright1256]

Thank you guys. Great discussion

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marysage7960]

Praise God pray for my brother he is an alcoholic

[@DebraReule]

I love you LD 💜💞🫂❤️👍👏. Thank you 🙏

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Not sure I'll ask.

[@CHlLLUMlNATI]

LD is the man

[@LoriKobe]

My boyfriend is the rebel living with liver disease....his life is different. I watch to learn the new diet to feed him less carbs high protein no sugar I make him hard boiled eggs...he still drinks....even Williams and honey he drinks 15 of those a day...

[@bobravenscraft5376]

🙏. You get older. It's nice being straight

[@fortythreenorth2518]

I just turned 45 today. My late teens was all about getting booze anytime ai could. My 20s and 30s were just getting blackout drunk every weekend mostly with beer. The problems were mostly social. My late 30s up until now has been daily drinking after work in the morning. I am at a place where I can't do it anymore because of the health issues and how sick I've started making myself.

[@13g33l-w1b]

Yes, It's time to hang it, brother...wish you the best. We have a very similar history, but I was also heavy on drugs. Kicked everything once I hit my early 40s. It catches up to you...I was a mess. Now I got 5 years completely sober, and miss none of it. Barely remember most of my youth..

[@jimsinthailand]

I have liver pain/discomfort. It used to go away a few days after I quit drinking. But now, it's been there for about 3 weeks. Gotta stop

[@harrybaker9044]

Same. Also feel like I've got the flu. Having tests next week. Bracing myself for bad news.

[@Jackie-vk3pq]

⁠how did it go?

[@erwinrogers9470]

Great interview👍

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Thanks!

[@gwynethbennellick427]

I do believe we are spared for a reason, and that our sufferings can become our greatest joy when we use our experiences to help others. I wish this wonderful man the longest possible and healthiest possible life. ❤

[@MaryGomez-y5d]

I LOST MY SON TO THE SAME THING YOU WENT THROUGH THE THROWING UP BLACK STUFF HE DID THE SAME THIMG HE WAS PUT IN A COMA TO TRY AND BETTER HIM THE DOCTORS TRIED THE BEST THEY COULD HE PASSED AWAY AT 30 YEARS OLD AND HE TO WAS ON VODKA A DAILY THING FOR HIM my life will never be the same again Im so glad you quit in the nick of time

[@lolaapelt8616]

I’ve been following LD from the beginning. The first video I saw of his, I remember closing my eyes and praying for him, he was in really bad shape then, and that’s when he said he felt comfortable enough to be viewed to even make a video. He’s come a long way and is doing some Wonderful work giving so many people comfort and hope. Thanks HK for bringing his story to your channel. “Lived experience is an education second to none” Great saying! I wrote that one down. God Bless 🙏

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

Im glad you got something out of this talk!

[@lolaapelt8616]

@@hardknoxtalkspodcast Yes indeed. I’ll be checking your channel out as well 😊

[@hayeshove1723]

love LD nice interview

[@socalfriend6985]

The fact that he could feel his liver was hardened, OMG!

[@hardknoxtalkspodcast]

I know right? Wild.

[@Redsnapper123]

Great channel LDs.

[@chrisvanderveer4757]

wow this is heavy, I need to cut back too good stuff god bless~