RE-JOINING OpTic GAMING | THE PROCESS: 90 DAYS SOBER

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RE-JOINING OpTic GAMING! | THE PROCESS: 90 DAYS SOBER
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[@MaNiaCYT]

I LOVE YOU ALL 😭 I WONT LET U DOWN

[@adambentley755]

Proud of you

[@Buntsy]

You got this.

[@AdamYT24]

Let’s go Nickkkkk

[@T_FLOG]

Love you nick. Keep pushing 👑

[@jorgeortega5193]

Proud of you bro, watching you from Ecuador

[@koifa]

I said it before and ima say it again hector is not their CEO he's their dad i love how he takes care of the boy's

[@mattjones967]

They’re all his little brothers

[@strawhateli23]

Greatest CEO of all time

[@mazgo0076]

@@strawhateli23 yea

[@josephramos7933]

And he is Mexican brha

[@chase688]

i get this vibe from him too, i love hector.

[@MrBunnysrule]

This isn't just a good friend helping out another friend. Picture a world where your employer can be that close to you and put you through rehab. If more bosses were like Hector the world would be so much happier and productive.

[@MrBunnysrule]

@@cianohara1480 i can't say i know what that would be like. But i do know what its like to have an additction at a young age have a company turn its back on you and then i was left alone to dig myself a deeper hole. At least having a camera man around gives me another human to talk to

[@garydonaldson5573]

Here here

[@papi8311]

Couldn’t have said it any better.... it sucks seeing people with so much potential waste it on getting high

[@tommygo49ers]

@@papi8311 ya its realty just not that simple.. addiction is so fucked up

[@Lurchstavo]

@@cianohara1480 Yeah I see that would suck but thats his job, and what he's famous for. Crazy thing is the camera helps him so much through streaming and youtube now.

[@eldorado4852]

Currently closing into 40 days drug free myself, and it’s been incredibly difficult. The time and courage you put into this gives me hope. Nick thank you

[@billykenmure9290]

Keep up the good work bro

[@LDMscopes]

Keep ya head up and put your best foot forward! Times will get hard but just keep faith in yourself

[@nategomes1719]

Keep going fam do whatever u have to do to stay away from the shit that can kill u.

[@pyrog365]

It’s all so worth it. So many times I’ve thought about reaching for a pill bottle, then wake up the next day glad I didn’t. Just like it’s another W notched for life. Don’t give up

[@goatlebronjames4052]

Keep up the good work

[@ChangeGunz]

Ive been struggleing with addictions recently and came back to this video. i pray im able to better myself one day like nick. love you nick

[@LeGoat158]

You got this bro all of greenwall rooting for you🟩🧱🙏

[@ismaelsierra9946]

This is why I love the Green Wall. Its more than just another organization its a community!!!

[@isaacreynolds1546]

It's a family.

[@ismaelsierra9946]

@@isaacreynolds1546 That's right.

[@vermxntdistrict6230]

@@isaacreynolds1546 indeed brother

[@OpTicGaming]

It's a family *

[@isaacreynolds1546]

@@OpTicGaming I said that already. Geez

[@ExtraIceGum]

Couldn’t be prouder of Nick. He’s not just another statistic, he’s someone who turned his life around. Not everybody does.

[@kaemannix]

we can be happy for him without reducing others who were overcome by their struggles to "just another statistic"

[@TheeoooW]

So good to see him doing well, it's a very hard journey. Honestly hecz is an amazing owner and appears that everyone apart of optic is almost family and not just some asset to him.

[@Furiouspenguin27]

@@kaemannix don’t be one of those right now

[@kaemannix]

@@Furiouspenguin27 i’m unsure of what exactly you mean, but in my opinion right now is a perfect time to discuss how to appropriately address sufferers of mental illness 👍

[@Krauzr]

@@Furiouspenguin27 they're not being "one of those" its fucked up to address it as "just another statistic"

[@Nico-oy6fp]

Roger killed this. This is worthy of being on television, incredible content.

[@kevinjames4122]

AMEN

[@ForGrimTilTV]

More like worthy of youtube.

[@OpTicGaming]

Passing this message along to Roger.

[@kranqi7496]

@@OpTicGaming you missed a great "Roger that" opportunity

[@nathanwymoreeee]

What’s the song at 5:08

[@justinkwiatkowski9743]

Not too proud to admit, I’m a grown ass man with tears in my eyes the entire time I watched this. One day at a time nick.

[@Sdorman2285]

Same bro, anyone that has struggles with addiction or has a heart period it’s gonna hit you in the heart strings

[@1upJeCK]

16:20 had me like a damn baby.. been there before and that emotion is some powerful shit to realize you finally have ppl in your corner. Stay strong homies, hope yall doing good💚

[@sakran2975]

Nothing to be ashamed of, We struggle with things most people wouldn't be able to handle.

[@hihihi3322]

Tears are pure brother. Enjoy the feels.

[@ringerzzz2710]

I know I’m not personally friends with any of these guys, but after years of watching, I’ve grown to love these dudes. Hector seems like one of the most loving people in the world, and it almost seems like he treat all of his “employees” as his own kids

[@bl8976]

Man, his reaction when he's told his contract was bought out by Hecz to bring him back to OpTic... Hecz saved this dude's life

[@danieldunn710]

Hecz the goat 🐐 🙌

[@stavo6061]

Probably because it wasn’t just some “dude” to him, it was family.

[@Dallas922]

His one of us now. He continues sobriety or pain and misery

[@Detoxization]

@@Dallas922 huh this made zero sense..pain and misery? He’s been clean for 3 months! He’s happier than he has been in a long time. Know what you’re talking about before you start just saying shit.

[@chriswilkinson8396]

@@Detoxization Read better

[@jacksonbaldwin7977]

Imagine if Hecz never picked up his contract so they could take care of him. We love you Nick.

[@andrewbateman8053]

Everyone needs someone like H3CZ in there life, its just a shame there's only one of him

[@trafficoan1811]

Most people have someone like H3CZ in their life, they might not seem like it normally but in a time like this where you really need them, they show up.

[@3mtex]

Facts

[@alexmckenziemusic]

We all have learned from him. There’s millions of people like him. It’s us

[@HaiLHaiLHaiLo]

Hecz deserves a statue in the gaming hof.

[@rw3080]

ok, for being a junkie sounds ok

[@internetethernet818]

@@rw3080 what?

[@Broaday007]

@@rw3080 ? What if that was your friend or brother cmon bro have some type of respect

[@EuropesNinja]

@@rw3080 trippin ass

[@juliusp6297]

@@rw3080 lmao you haven’t been through some things yet and it’s ok. Seeing someone close to you become an addict will change your life lmao

[@qualitycigs1461]

As someone who’s struggling with alcoholism I keep coming back to this. maniac you’re an inspiration to get better and get back to the happiness gaming gave me. Thanks for being the motivation I wish I had younger.

[@Xx_Draxxo_xX]

Wishing you the best in your recovery man🙏

[@sherpa6071]

One day at a time brother. We believe in you!

[@qualitycigs1461]

@@sherpa6071

[@qualitycigs1461]

@@Xx_Draxxo_xX

[@schangzz]

If youre struggling to stay sober just remember how many others who didnt get the oppurtunity to be sober. You dont wanna be filled with regret.

[@BirbReacts]

Keep on pushing, Nick. We're with you all the way!

[@westinspencer1077]

Yes we are. 100%. All love Nick. ❤️❤️

[@imdatnigga9715]

And my man is smoking on that sticky-icky-icky. 23:50 I recognize that container he put on the desk with the black lid from a mile away.

[@JCC_creations]

@@imdatnigga9715 nothing wrong with a little green goodness 🤩🔥👊🏻

[@OpTicGaming]

100%

[@JayWoo617]

Weed is the only “drug” anyone should ever use🙏🏼

[@SweatShow]

“....And Parasite.” “No it’s not.” 😂

[@157dodgers]

Ahaha why he do parasite like that 😂

[@BIGKushin]

Hahah I died imagine ...

[@jmckay417]

He's never been high enough to believe that typa shit 😂

[@157dodgers]

@@jmckay417 😩😂😂

[@ChimpoM15]

The intro gave me chills. What an episode. Also the realness and emotion in the "I knew... I knew it was you." The man that Hector is and example he sets for his friends and those around him. Another level. This is more than just an org.

[@WokeFatti]

Where does that quote happen??

[@adam_kano]

@@WokeFatti just before 9 minute mark when they're driving back and he said I wanted to leave but I knew it was you

[@hippo9509]

Re-visiting this video is always incredible, such a great example of no matter how low you can be, theres always a comeback story waiting to happen. Hector saying that piece at the end almost always brings a tear to my eye. By far one of my favourite optic documentaries.

[@thannydevitos2332]

This should serve as a reminder that there's nothing "un-manly" about having internal struggle, depression, addiction, whatever the fuck you got going on. You don't have to do it alone and you don't have to keep it bottled up. No matter what, there will always be somebody in this world who needs you to still be here tomorrow morning. Much love to anybody who needs it

[@calebwatson779]

Dude amen to that brother, as men its our responsibility to help each other when we’re down.

[@thannydevitos2332]

@@calebwatson779 100%

[@BiIlDipperIy]

Love the name and picture lmao but completely agree. I think dudes kinda grow outta that whole wannabe "tough guy" phase where everything is not manly a couple years after high-school. Me and all my bros know that if they dealing with something we here for each other. Us bros gotta stick together and quit bottling everything up. Truth is, you never know what somebody is Goin through.

[@thannydevitos2332]

@@BiIlDipperIy definitely. There’s nothing wrong with talking about shit, keeping it bottled up never helps

[@Justb99xbox]

Just got out of rehab myself like 2 weeks ago. Shits been real rough lately because I'm basically going through this shit by myself. You guys have been my saviors through this shit. Anytime I'm feeling low, I watch something from optic on and it brightens me up. Nick hearing your story is fucking epic and I love that it's gonna help me push through. Fucking mad respect to you, you guys are literal life saviors. #Greenwall for life

[@dimitritzamaras8398]

Hope you’re holding up well, man! Keep on pushing - you’ll get through it ❤️

[@Zoroarrkk]

Keep going bud! I'm sure if you join the NRG Discord (not sure if OpTic has a seperate one now or if it's still just the NRG) there'll be people there to support you. You've done the hard part!

[@longestyard100]

Hey man same since I started at 18 I'm 23 now went to rehab twice but long story short no one really knows what those group sessions do to you and how it can change your life. Relapses in most cases will happen it happened to me 6 months ago but I just kept fighting through it and I realized self isolation is not a full proof plan to sobriety you gotta get people around you who truly support you. I was lucky enough to have friends who cared about me but also cut off a lot of kids who were terrible influences on me. Glad you made it through Justin I remember seeing people leave days after coming into rehab just because they think that they cant let go. For guys or at least for me you dont ever wanna show weakness or vulnerability but we are all human beings and we got emotions that we need to share with others. Without at least trying to continue to better yourself is beating the insurmountable. Keep it going bro and lets get some more fuckin dubs baby #Greenwall NO MORE 0-3 3-0s ONLY NOW BOYYY haha.

[@Justb99xbox]

@@dimitritzamaras8398 thanks brotha

[@Justb99xbox]

@@Zoroarrkk appreciate it, I'll look into that for sure

[@jacobgray8210]

Damn dude when Hitch and Maniac dapped up that shit brought me to tears just because of how much love Davis has for him

[@venumbear7393]

Hecz probably is one of the people I've never met that I most respect. Just like his entire life, he makes up his mind hard and then sets out to achieve it. And he does. He's not gunna let the homie down, not when the homie wants to better themselves.

[@noahcallis3553]

I constantly find myself returning to this video, especially when I need some motivation for the trip ahead. This video is inspiring and heartwarming. Much love for the OpTic team

[@Sungoku47]

I love Hector so much just seeing him flushing those pills made me heart swell and brought tears. Much love to maniac dude

[@kylerice3562]

That shits literally illegal

[@dopeyszn4738]

@@kylerice3562 never showed him flushing the toilet.

[@braxtonfps3580]

@@dopeyszn4738 11:15

[@Sungoku47]

@@kylerice3562 pretty sure those weren’t prescribed by a doctor if that’s what you’re tryna say...

[@madubt]

@@Sungoku47 Well I think he meant like there was shit in the toilet from beforehand then they put the illegal pills on top. So hence illegal shit.

[@aj2563]

So proud of Nick man. Hope he realizes we’re all real people rooting him on not just numbers

[@rageriven2850]

I aim to be like Hector. He is an incredible role model and an instrumental part in the success of everyone around him. Truly one of the greatest.

[@atho_s]

Best video I’ve seen this year. Hecz deserves all of the respect in the world, and I’m so glad he’s had the success that he’s had. Beautiful.

[@evetskehcretsap7897]

My dude…super proud of you…I’ve been down that road, it’s dark and honestly this might sound lame but your story touched me in a way that only people who have been there can understand. Your support group is incredible…you got this man! I’m in your digital corner. Good luck brotha!

[@PastorRaider]

Im a 32 year old man with 3 kids spent my teenage years addicted to drugs and the lifestyle. Proud of you Nick even though i dont know you i know that struggle and i also know what a new life looks like. Keep going!

[@KeefLegit]

Drugs are bad

[@circawut]

I'm 33 with 4 and went through the same thing! For sure keep going. It def gets better when ur sobering up and doing right

[@KeefLegit]

@@circawut drugs are bad

[@OpTicGaming]

Push through!

[@circawut]

@@OpTicGaming 💙

[@mattchhabra235]

Optic could of hid this but they chose to make it a message. This is a great video on his lows and now his highs in life.

[@jacobinfante375]

Because maniac wanted to put it out there

[@benoneill4318]

It was all nicks choice.

[@bigboss-n7k]

It's great publicity

[@ogsleepwalker3411]

I about started crying like 5 times. Much love to Nick, excellent work everyone.

[@common_curtisy247]

For real. A lot of genuine emotion in this.

[@t1gz769]

I go back to this video when I struggle with mental health issues and this really helps prove I am not alone when dealing with this. Thank you.

[@guntoxylive5355]

I’m currently in rehab for heroin/fentanyl and gaming is my life as well. I’ve learned more from this video than I have my entire stay here. Inspirational as fuck.

[@NicolasMourra]

Stay strong brother!

[@rubensamuel5256]

Jesus loves you broda. u can be free, He already paid the price, u can be free from your addiction ❤️

[@bankruptsee]

How you doing bro

[@Sdorman2285]

Stay strong brother, stay focused you got this

[@Gregoman89]

@Lipscomb how so?

[@OJFinn]

I love Davis so much. He’s such a good friend and you can tell he genuinely cares about everyone around him

[@johnelliott1667]

Going on 5 years away from that life and everything is so much better. Keep it up brother.

[@sebygomez]

congratulations man 🙏🏽

[@ItsGuNNaRR]

Keep going strong yourself

[@TeamNoLackin79]

5 years in and a life time to go. Love to see it. Keep it going.

[@pablogonzalez9447]

You have videos of you doing drunk hiccups last year? That’s not five years bro

[@johnelliott1667]

@@pablogonzalez9447 drinking once in a while was not my issue bro. I've been clean from the thing that held me down

[@MutherFIFA]

“....and parasite” bro I’m DEADDDD. So happy theres a happy story to this and not an in memorium ngl. Glad ur back Nick

[@aKa_HammY]

This media piece is going to change lives! I'm 34 and relate to Maniac's mindset / situation a lot. It has always been an everyday struggle for me with ADD, depression, and anxiety but I've learned to coop / live with it. Maniac much respect in stepping out from the shadows to shed light on your life. This will no doubt help many people today and beyond!

[@tech1m502]

I'm clean for almost 90 days now aswell, this story made me almost cry, very glad that you ( who seem to be a really cool guy ) had your friends backing you up

[@WNTD5STAR]

Hector is such a strong father figure playing such a huge role in these youngins lives showing them how to be successful, guiding them down the best path. 🙏🙏🙏

[@jacoba3069]

I remember watching those beat videos and thinking about how strange he was acting. So glad he's bouncing back like this and doing it the right way too.

[@OrionInSpace]

I don't know if it was like this for anyone else, but when Nick got his cat back and he starting purring and crying for him I legit started tearing up, I am even tearing up just typing this oh my god... as someone who grew up on Optic when Nick first joined them I have always looked up to him and Nick has made my life better so much during the days I would see him stream or post videos because he was such an enjoyment to watch. Nick I may not know you personally but bro you are an inspiration to so many like myself and I can't thank you enough for being you and giving time to laugh and be happy during my day. If I ever meet you one day man just know that I will be there to say "thank you". I am so happy to see you are sober now and continuing to be with the guys on a daily basis... all love to you brotha, keep on keeping on! BTH, Greenwall and Maniac for life!🙏💚

[@leedowling5470]

Couldn't have said it better myself bro the og days go me past my worst stage and honestly seen him getting back its emotional 🙌🙌

[@OrionInSpace]

@@leedowling5470 absolutely man Nick is that guy!

[@calidere7153]

man up

[@OrionInSpace]

@@calidere7153 excuse me? What do you mean man up??

[@Oso301]

Hector the man, taking care of his boys.

[@christophervega4778]

I was struggling with anxiety and depression in December of 2020 and I’m glad I didn’t do the worst. I was at my lowest and I pulled through. This made my day man anyone going through something just remember you can pull yourself out that hole. People do care for you and you are loved at the end of the day❤️🙏🏻 thanks optic

[@KRG-Unit]

3 (almost 4) years later and its still my personal favorite episode of the process. 3 years later and I am now happily treating people who are in Nick's shoes. I've learned so much in that span of time. People still look down upon those struggling with mental health. Addiction is a disease and people who are addicted should be treated the same way as someone who has cancer, not as a lesser human being. Please stay strong and do not be ashamed or afraid to reach out for help. There are good people in the world who want you to succeed and be happy

[@pandapanda5132]

❤

[@wesoneal3389]

I got big love for Nick. Feels like i grew up with him and I couldnt be happier seeing him make the change

[@zacmeadows4401]

Huge respect to Maniac for talking about his struggles openly. And huge respect for Optic for supporting him. Substance abuse and severe mental health issues are not talked about nearly enough within the competitive gaming world and hopefully this video paves the way for more discussion. Great video and keep on crushing it buddy!

[@jayykt]

Hecz is genuinely the most incredible role model anyone could ask for in there lives. Such an awesome human being who never stops looking after his family and works so hard . And Nick , shit theres parts of what he said i find myself relating too also and to see him come out the other end smiling and working his way back to being himself again , just being happy is one of the dopest things . I got so much love for all of you guys , Keep it up Nick your doing fuckin amazing dawg

[@Kylav1996]

Minus the terrible idea of putting any from of drug in the toilet, otherwise yeah he's pretty good it seems

[@jb2257]

@@Kylav1996 better than in his hands

[@Kylav1996]

@@jb2257 k? Not difficult to drop them off at any medical facility

[@Derfinater]

@@Kylav1996 who does that seriously tf?

[@JRossR7]

Watching this back after 2 years of sobriety is so sick to see. Love ya Nick, you have so many amazing people around you supporting you. Keep being a real one.

[@CWBru1982]

I've come back and watched this 3 time now. Really enjoy seeing this side of OpTic. Hecz and the boys coming together to take care of one of their own, MaNiaC. I've loved seeing how great MaNiaC is doing these days. LIT-ter-ally one of my favorite dudes in OpTic.

[@elijahtaylor3504]

absolutely love how the whole team helped Nick out and are still making sure he’s staying on the right path

[@whogaabage]

OpTic literally has the best story line ever. Maniac keep it up bro. Stay sober brotha.

[@Nico-oy6fp]

There's hella distance between all of us, and most of us will never meet one another, but this is a FAMILY. We got your back forever Nick, and that goes for the rest of the boys too. #GreenWall

[@futbolfan27]

This is why these guys are my favorite. The love they have for each other and willingness to address these heavy topics with vulnerability is unmatched in the gaming world. Much much love for Maniac and the rest of the boys. I hope he has a successful future and stays on a safe path.

[@xersy]

Been an OpTic Fan for years now and I never knew this video existed. Definitely in my darkest time in my life right now, but im hanging in there. Its hard for a person thats never been in this type of situation to truly understand what this feels like mentally. All I gotta say is Maniac Im Glad you're better now and that you have a FAMILY behind you to make sure you're good brotha. To whoever is going through such a time just like how I am now, just know man people Love you and theres definitely always LIGHT at the end of the tunnel.

[@viking7480]

Ey man I don’t know you, but whatever you have going on you can pull through. We need the lows to experience the highs after. Keep going brother

[@kaalcypher9797]

You're not alone

[@Mossbergg]

I feel like I just watched this on Netflix. Roger killed this, Hecz and Hitch are kings and im so fucking happy for Nick

[@MarlockHolmes]

NiaC has always been one of my favourite youtubers. I always go back to rewatch his videos, love that man

[@connorkingsley5283]

I'm ready to cry.

[@joewalker8167]

Too late for me

[@mikeh419]

I’ve been there and you can feel so alone at times so for you to put your pride to the side and put this out there for everyone is amazing. Truly inspiring man. I’m almost 2 years sober now, time starts flying by ONE DAY AT A TIME.

[@michealcobb]

Dude, I remember Halo 2009 nats like it was yesterday. Everyone thinking Str8 Rippin is gonna take nats back to back, and the underdog team Believe the Hype comes in playing out of their minds.You were one of the best, Maniac, people will always remember you, my man.

[@Ortiz8764]

I’m not one to praise nor hold someone on a pedestal but it’s insane how great of a person hecz is and how he truly cares about those around him and even the supporters...... what a great fucking friend, brother, husband, and father. I mean the list goes on

[@connorandrews]

This literally felt and looked like an episode of a big budget tv show. Roger killed this!!

[@FinkNimrod]

I’m so happy for Maniac. He’s been my favorite Optic member since the day he joined. Congratulations on recovering Nick! You deserve the support and compassion from your friends and fans.

[@louisg5997]

Had to log in for this one; Nick I used to watch you over the last 3-4 years and you actually helped me through bad times in my life. I just want to say thank you. That even when you was at a low point in life you managed to keep others happy and keep hope. I so missed you and your sarcastic funny times. You are a Boss. A true gaming legend never forget it. Keep going Nick! (Y)

[@louisg5997]

P.s excuse my youtube name 😂

[@elitheriot9230]

Dude this is so sick I was in a rehab when I was 17 and I’m 23 now this shit made me cry i was addicted to Xanax really bad I had withdrawals and I had relapses but I’m 1 year clean from xanax at least and man this was so inspiring and heartfelt for real man thank you for sharing your story I really appreciate it thank you for not sugarcoating it and telling the truth you’re a great guy maniac and you can do this you have so much to live for and I’m proud of you

[@Gifdr]

Props to Hector Hitch Boze and everyone else that helped Nick.

[@nismogurl]

I myself am almost 3 years sober from a pill addiction and from my experience all it takes is 1 person to support you in the journey to sobriety and YES everyone can be sober! Putting in the work and effort to better yourself is the greatest feeling! I am VERY proud of your Nick! Thank you for an immaculate video Roger, you sir are an artist! Thank you for everything #BrickbyBrick

[@deviious3171]

Damn Maniac and FaZe Rain went almost through the same thing. Glad they doing good now. I would’ve never thought they would go through something like this since they always seemed happy. Reminder to check on your close ones cause you never know

[@pluto2038]

yeah man, saw faze rain happy as fuck recently

[@johndough4412]

Nah. They both had addictions but the opiates fried rains nervous system and now he’s in a wheelchair and has to deal with a lot of pain, he’s in a unique situation even for someone who abused drugs.

[@juliusp6297]

@@johndough4412 yeah forsure and faze did not respond the same way optic did

[@johndough4412]

@@juliusp6297 Nah they just kicked him and told him to gtfo you're actin too crazy. Hecz is the goat for taking niac to rehab and ensuring his sobriety. Banks and that crew are pieces of shit in a lot of ways but not bein there for rain and allowing him to do all those fuckin drugs all the time is just sad. they watched him do it daily and then kicked him when it got out of hand probably a bit after. Cold blooded

[@HaydenCroix]

Thank you for making this. As someone who nearly died to my addiction at the age of 19 and am still in the recovery process. Being so open about this helps me in so many ways with the motivation that you and I are not alone in this. I have now been sober since February 29th 2016, I know that I will never not be an addict at heart. But I do know that I can keep a hold on my addiction as long as a stay connected mentally with how bad it really was back then and that I made a promise to myself that day that I would never revisit that lifestyle again. Stay focused Maniac, and keep sharing your experience, It will only push us farther into our sobriety!

[@chriswilkinson8396]

Fair play man. I’ve found that evaluating the options you have in life and spending time with those who care about you are both pretty healing. All the best

[@Brancr]

Personally don’t really like talking about my struggles much at all, but watching this, hearing nick reflect made me so the same, realising all the bad habits I’ve developed, realising how much I was abusing drugs and how many things were insanely unhealthy about my life and lifestyle. Admittedly, I watched this last year in October and within a week had started going to meetings, properly reflecting and talking about past trauma and such. So I gotta say, nick, fucking thank you man! Your story helped me change my story, and I have the utmost respect for you and your story. Happy to see you have improved yourself! It’s been almost a year since this was posted, I kinda wanna see a year in review for you, I wanna know where you’re at now in comparison to then! And again, a year since it was posted but I hope you read some of the comments from time to time to see how many of us back you and love you!

[@andrewporter3667]

Possibly the best video Optic have ever created. To admit your problems is one thing.. airing it on the internet to help others is incredible. Big love Niac.. earned another Sub

[@thepsisquared]

What a great episode, so proud of Nick. Tons of support from Hector and Optic. The definition of family

[@trigulga]

man... this has deadass helped me get through my addiction recovery cuz nick and I have had such a similar situation. This shit makes me cry so hard everytime I watch but its just another truth the power of addiction. I hope anyone and everyone dealing this demon makes it through, I promise it gets better please stay strong.

[@Emmanuelx13]

🙏🏽

[@robertearls7655]

Rewatched this after 2 years he’s come along way

[@lmnlax3061]

So dope to hear. I'm in recovery from a xanax addiction and it's inspiring to hear Maniac's story and how all of OpTic supports recovering addicts and alcohlics. I don't think people understand how fast other orgs would just instantly drop a player or content creator for struggling with addiction. Was already an OpTic fan but this cements who great you guys really are.

[@shotmunchkinz]

Honestly teared up when hecz hugged Nick on the announcement of nick’s return to the greenwall

[@jackfred39]

Man you can just see Nick glowing now. He looks so healthy and happy, and I couldn’t be happier for him. BtH for life.

[@nVDooM]

This is why Optic will always be a different organization... “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”

[@dalesfailssagaofasuslord783]

It’s a long grind to stay clean. One day at a time, sometimes one foot in front of the next. Gotta be so vigilant man. Prayers my guy.

[@badger297]

Damn dude when his buddy was talking about writing in his journal and he said "....he better not fucking die" That felt like it physically hit me. That dude is a good friend. My best friend told me he had written my actual eulogy down on paper. Sending good vibes to all of you.

[@molehd7940]

What a true inspiration nick, what you've done is amazing and I can guarantee you speaking out has helped someone else going through similar things, so that i thank you for. Keep it up big man you got this!!! 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@NoRegretsPodcast]

A tear of happiness was shed for you today brother. Stay strong! WE'RE GOING TO THE FUCKING MOON WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

[@peterhull8020]

Hecz is right, safety first, then teamwork. Great video, I love that you guys acknowledged his struggle and highlighted his turn around and comeback. I’ve been sober 3 years and I never want another addict to feel alone in it.

[@RealVert]

I haven't followed optic since the cod commentary days, but decided to watch this. I appreciate this video, it makes me realise I have my own demons that I need to address. Thank you

[@hahnesolo3126]

this is exactly why Optic has always been my favorite team. You take care of your family at the optic house and make sure they're getting the care needed. keep being great H3CZ

[@Miniplev]

Raw as hell! Huge that you were able to share this Nick, takes a lot of balls. Keep pushing

[@Decimated_King]

I’ve been there brother. I had to go to rehab for alcohol a couple times. It’s not easy going to rehab. I struggled to stay there but I made it through and you did it too. Proud of you for getting clean. Stay strong brother 🙏🙏🙏

[@CarLifeUK]

Hecz you almost brought a tear to my eye, you are a good soul. I've been following you guys since the early cod4 days. I have also abused my body body and mind in the past, I am clean and sober and happier. When you are at your lowest people turn to drugs to try and numb the pain. It starts out fun and seems like harmless partying, but you start hating yourself and wanting to die. All you young homies watching please take notes, this is very common, drugs aren't good and are never the answer. Please don't start abusing yourself. You are all kings and are never alone, reach out or reach within you can be strong and nothing lasts forever. take action and build the life you dream of. love you all x

[@jmann_202]

Good for you Nick! And shouts out to Hecz, dude is the realest and doesn’t get enough credit!

[@christ6389]

Maniac's transparency is admirable... Going through some shit myself and appreciate this

[@Owflyy]

from someone who’s been going through a lot this past year , this video hit different

[@SirWill9412]

Wow, I know I’m not the only one who got chills watching this. “It’s not about how hard you fall, but how strong you get back up.”

[@MrCarter24]

I'm dealing with drinking to find happiness, this video was what I needed to be addicted to health instead, hoping I can find happiness in something else. Optic fan since 2010. It was cool to see something like this.

[@nickbartling9175]

Love u Mr C. U got this

[@wingsofred1]

praying you find a way through it brother

[@CarioGreenwood]

Hecz is how family should be real family hecz this shut hits home even thought im watching this late asab this came in my feed for a reason love this man

[@ImNotCasper]

This shit legit made me cry a little bit. Glad SoberNiaC is here to stay

[@MrBobmarleylegend]

literaly made a grown man cry so relatable

[@samscorruptedmind]

So proud of him 💚 #GreenWall

[@CrozySpoN11]

I honestly didn't want to watch this, but I'm so happy to see that an Organization as amazing as Optic VALUES individual or a person as simple as that. MANIAC is family and they took care of their own!!! It's gonna be a constant battle but you need to understand that your presence(maniac) is a huge part of what the Optic Brand is!!!! You have responsibilities to them as a friend as a business associate and as a Man!!! Up until this video I never fully liked you, never said anything negative but just didn't. Now I respect you and applaud you sir! You are an inspiration!!!

[@IInflictedIsMe]

things like this is why im an optic fan... they arent a team , they arent an org,, theyre literally a family. to save Nick and not give up on him and the things they sacrificed to make him sober and help him is incredible. im a grown man and cried several times during this. Optic has helped me with depression and anxiety so much . from the funny content and the heated and close in game moments theyve took and cured alot of my past problems with depression. Hecz youre a hero and it goes unrecognized what you truly built the day you started Optic, and from me and ALL fans we thank yo so much! We love you Nick, please stay sober and safe, we all care about you!

[@shawnstaggs3457]

Bruh, this is why HECZ is an icon. I wish I had someone like him in my life man.