Recovering Cocaine Addict interview-Antoinette (follow up)

[@LexiDaniand]

6 months alcohol free on Saturday- a life of sobriety gives more and more one day at a time.

[@thatpart]

Congratulations to you! I can relate to this. Keep those days stacking up, but just one at a time. 🙏

[@wesleyAlan9179]

6months! Whoop whoop!! Congratulations, I'm happy for you! Don't give up, it DOES get easier as time goes by (in my experience) Good luck to you and your sobriety ❤

[@jeffeeeeeee]

Congratulations to you and any others who have commented regarding getting sober👏👏 stay the course ...I wake up every morning and realise how precious it is to be clean.🙏

[@zeezerzam]

👍

[@Toonces666]

That’s amazing! Way to go!!

[@Last_Chance.]

There's a reason why the windshield is bigger than the rearview. Keep doing what you doing, you got this babygirl.

[@celinemccutcheon1988]

Well said. I say: Don't look back, you're not going that way😊

[@natethebesttt]

Ok I’m crying

[@FreeQWinC]

Beautiful way to start a Monday. I am so proud of you Antionette! Thank you for sharing your story. Keep shining your light!

[@RootsEcho]

hear hear

[@RachelTsTime]

“I didn’t realize people could love you” ❤ I felt that to my core. She’s so worthy of love and I’m so grateful for this video. Needed to hear it

[@tundrawomansays694]

@@steelearmstrong9616OK, maybe when they’re in the midst of their addiction your observation has some validity. For anyone to even come to recovery, attempting to deal with the whole mess is an achievement. Most people don’t get it the first (hundred) times they attempt to get clean and sober. On their road to recovery some are Intermittent Relapsers. Research over decades confirms this observation. The important reality is they keep getting up and trying. Some will die, some will live. Let’s celebrate those who continue to attempt despite the barriers and challenges recovery brings. Regards and best wishes to all who are attempting to overcome their addiction. *YOU MATTER TOO.*

[@tundrawomansays694]

@@steelearmstrong9616Sorry you’re struggling, my friend. Every day people start a recovery journey. There’s no reason why you can’t be one of them.

[@semmaville]

I used to think seeking happiness was selfish and a ridiculous goal... and when I became happy in 2021... I realized I was right... happiness isn't the goal... its the glorious first step! Once you achieve happiness... you get up and start doing the things you never thought you could. Finding happiness is not selfish, its not the end goal... its the first step...

[@thatpart]

I started with the "make your bed each morning" thing. It led to losing >200lbs and beating a pharma addiction. I used to think of self care as something selfish. And I'm happy to have been so wrong about the notion. 🙏

[@Gram72534]

@semmaville, hey I wanted to apologize for being to hard on you the other day! I still don't agree with your comment on the jungle boy interview, but you didn't deserve me being mean so for that I'm sorry!!! Have a great day.

[@semmaville]

@@Gram72534 wow very rare! You are a special kind of guy… 🥰

[@Day-ZDuke]

Just as a devils advocate....you could also look at it that “doing things you never thought you could” would bring you happiness. So the exact other way around. Lol I think it’s different for each person, depending on their personality and disposition. Some people have energy, but no focus. Some have focus but lack the energy to accomplish what they want. But overall, I think you nailed part of it in that “doing things you never thought you could” usually involves pushing yourself and doing something that’s “uncomfortable” or that you’re not familiar with. That’s the true answer. Becoming uncomfortable and challenging yourself is what leads to the ability to grow, change, and ultimately within that is happiness, or at least those acts begets happiness

[@Last_Chance.]

I agree. I wish you all the love and happiness that life can bring and I hope you have a beautiful day sweetheart

[@Quarrelstick]

Hell yeah this made my day, I was waiting to see the update on Antoinette! Get it girl! Congrats on 30 days 🎉

[@craigslist6988]

so good to see someone get clean. Hope that things go well and the struggle is not too hard for her to continue to overcome.

[@michellebarbour5777]

What a courageous woman you are Antoinette. Anyone considering sobriety or giving it a go, is brave and has my admiration (from the U.K.)x

[@dwade6322]

Cocaine is a tricky drug...You start doing cocaine,then at some point cocaine starts doing you. I think this woman is not only brave to allow us to see all of her demons,but humble enough to accept help as well. I pray for you,and you can do this ! 👍

[@BMO_Creative]

She said some major stuff in such a great way in a very short time! Great video! I'm so excited for her!

[@UpliftRecovery]

We feel so lucky to have experienced you Antoinette! To anyone struggling with addiction please reply to this comment, we are here to help - Uplift Recovery

[@nor_cal530]

Its so awesome seeing people beating their addiction. I believe she will be just fine. Congrats!! 🎇

[@Smallchieff]

Thank you to everyone who is helping her through this journey. Because of you she is here, she is learning to love herself, putting herself before cocaine. You are heroes! I hope you continue in your recovery and eventually help others through your testimony.

[@Last_Chance.]

She is absolutely beautiful and has an amazing personality. I hope one day I can find a queen like her to grow old with. Its not about how many times you fall, its about how many times you get up. She is a strong woman and I have a lot of admiration for her.

[@kimbasciano_]

So happy to see this today!

[@jenniferarnaud2737]

I’m so happy for you. Already 30 days into your new chapter of life!!!

[@priscillabuitrago9868]

He said 30 days is not a long time, but it absolutely is. 24 hours alone feels like an eternity to someone who used to use every few hours. It's important to always acknowledge the success of an addict regardless of how long it's been because I promise you, it takes everything to stay sober whether it's one day, 30 days, 30 years.

[@Brandiva06]

Yes I hated that statement as well.

[@Leeni19]

Videos like this maybe get less views but should get the most. But this is amazing!!! Good for her. She truly has seen an internal transformation. What a tribute to human tenacity,

[@jonathangehman4005]

When I watched your first video, I just saw in you the people I love who I've watched struggle, and who've watched me in my own, and I just wanted to give you, my family, and everyone who's fighting the battle, a hug. Watching this video and seeing the change and hearing you talk about feeling real love for yourself felt like you were giving me and all the rest of us a hug. That's a pretty special thing. Thank you

[@Toonces666]

What a great interview and a great way to start the week! I wish all the very best for Antoinette. I have so much hope for her. She is so bright and thoughtful.

[@ufobigfoot4002]

Stay strong Antoinette! You can do it! I remember when I was at 30 days and had pissed away everything. But sobriety is hope. It’s the best thing I ever did. Take care

[@tanyas.3219]

Thank you for sharing this update Mark. Outstanding!

[@baghodler508]

I'm so glad you are back and doing well, keep up the hard work

[@wadelogisticsltd]

I’ve watched 100s of your videos Mark, never felt the need to comment before but this one was beautiful. From a lost broken Soul to someone with light and energy in their eyes in space of a month. First of all, Antoinette a huge well done to you for finding the positivity, love and willpower required and also the staff at uplift for keeping you on track when times got tough, you would make an excellent recovery worker yourself in my opinion also!

[@TinCupChalice40]

I’m a tough Italian guy and I cry, there’s nothing wrong with emotions…infact, if one has no emotions that person in my opinion has no soul

[@tundrawomansays694]

@@steelearmstrong9616Your negativity is a YOU problem. Sorry you’re struggling, my friend. Stop beating up on yourself. The same opportunities are available to you. Best wishes.

[@barikitchens6383]

We’re all rooting for you Antoinette. You’re loved ❤

[@kristykeoki]

Your video was so powerful. You have this girl- One step at a time. Make sure you go to a meeting everyday. Thank you for your honesty. I am so rooting for you!!!!!!! I want to see another follow up video in 6 months!!!!!! You are worth it

[@tylerandrews5954]

Head up you look amazing and are glowing , Keep on keeping on

[@kravenmoorehead7927]

I never attended grades 5-9 and flunked the 10th grade three times, but I have a college degree. I have battled and beaten a criminal history, meth, cocaine, crack, and alcohol, and now manage a law office, but nobody has ever interviewed me lol. Simply put, man can achieve anything he puts his mind to.

[@tundrawomansays694]

There it is, my friend, there it is. Best wishes with your ongoing journey.

[@loriflatland3142]

Congratulations on overcoming and making it another day. Your awesome too!

[@pie0ful]

There's so many people on here who I worry for but you Antoinette have an aura of peace and love for yourself and your possibilities!!

[@FluffyMoonRabbit]

Yay, Antoinette! So delighted to see your follow up interview. You go girl! You look great! It is clear that this clean new path suits you well!

[@FernieLaVernie]

I've been rooting for you after that first video. This made my day. You go girl! 🎉🎉🎉

[@damjana_]

Yes that first interview was so difficult to watch, you could literally feel the battle between addiction and her x Antoinette FTW

[@loriraemorris4142]

Your channel is the best and most real channel.

[@perrysrawsoul]

I saw your first video Antoinette, and I’m so so happy to watch this follow up, it made me cry and I’m rooting for you. I need to work on the self love too. Thank you so much for sharing your soul

[@peacelily64]

I’m so happy for you! Feel your feelings without trying to numb your self it sounds like your around a lot of great people for support 🌷

[@jcsrst]

You have set yourself on a really important path IF you can stick with it! I wish you all the best! I've been clean and sober for 33 years.

[@tundrawomansays694]

Hey, let’s celebrate you too! Thanks for passing it on, my friend.

[@loriflatland3142]

Congratulations on your 33 year's. That's awesome.

[@Ohhayleydarling]

You've made my day girl. So proud of you ❤ keep loving yourself...it'll only bring you all the right feelings xx

[@georgelopez8251]

Wow, what a difference from the first interview to this one! You are on your way one day at a time ❤️🙏🏽 Keep on shining because the best is yet to come ❤️🙏🏽🥳

[@kingdavis890]

These interviews really change my life. 3rd time i’ve watched one and had a very serious life altering moment.

[@cathy800]

Congratulations on your 30 days 🎉🎉🎉 You look great and things will only get better for you, one day at a time from here. So proud of you ! Thank you Mark for this update !!!

[@Doktor0387]

Fucking awesome! Congratulations Antoinette. It takes time (re)gain the lost self-love , but when you reach the point where you feel proud of yourself and can let the mistakes go. Its all worth it!

[@ConBonable]

So relieved to see Antionette doing well and beaming with that beautiful smile of hers. I think I speak for everyone who watches these videos when I say I’m rooting for you, Antionette! Go kick ass!

[@marylougeorge9890]

Antonette, you are radiant and you sound so free! You’re a whole different woman from your first interview. ❤ Well done. I’m excited for the new life you’re going to continue to create. ❤❤❤

[@melissalyon7074]

I love that Mark made comment on what he's proud of about his channel.. Your followers (most) are loving, caring, compassionate and want to see peace, love and happiness for all human kind. We are rooting for everyone.... Love and kindness are commodities that cost nothing to possess and share.

[@loriflatland3142]

That was so sweet. Thanks for mentioning it.

[@hi-techredneck7069]

Awesome! Good for her and her loved ones!! Be nice to everyone you meet,,,YOU never know what someone is going through on any given day.

[@leesahpink701]

She seems like such a good person, I hope she finds happiness and enjoys the rest of her life! 🙏

[@Step0nmee]

I’m so happy for you.!! You should be PROUD OF YOURSELF. Wishing you all the best on your journey. You got this.!

[@louisepotier2784]

Good for you! I wish you much success in your ongoing recovery. Take care. Have a great day, every day🙂

[@gryffinberner]

I so agree about not learning to self-love in our childhood. In my family that was considered to be arrogant. It took me until 47 after divorcing my husband. A friend told me to look in the mirror and tell myself “I love you” 75 times a few times a week. It felt so awkward but eventually it began to work. So happy, Antoinette, that you didn’t have to wait until 47 to learn this. Keep telling yourself in the mirror that you love yourself, especially when things get tough.

[@ashleyseabolt9054]

Wonderful to hear!! Congratulations Antoinette!! You deserve a wonderful life and all that will come to you. Thank you for sharing!!

[@the_suspense]

You look amazing Antoinette. I was just telling my bf the other day about your story and how literally anyone could be using. You just don’t know what some people are really going through. Good for you for getting help ❤❤

[@EstebanRamirez-gw3yu]

Hell yeah, Antoinette. Keep killing it. You got this ! It made me so glad to see more light inside of you. Sending you positive love and energy 😎

[@zoripodvrsnik9889]

Girl, i am so proud of u! I don't even know u and wil probably never ever meet u, but I love u. I believe in u. U got this!!! ❤

[@shawtahewett6529]

Antoinette, thank you for sharing your update. I am proud of you. Congratulations!

[@kimhsiang8049]

Congratulations lovely lady! All the way from New Zealand ❤ You can touch people's hearts on the other side of the world. I hope life is great for you from here on out. Take care ❤❤

[@elizabeth4614]

So happy to see Antionette doing well! Wishing you so much positivity in your future🩷🫶🏼⭐️

[@annahazlett19]

What you have achieved is amazing. Keep going, wishing you all the very best for your future

[@esrealwilleatit8574]

Great job Antoinette!! There are amazing times and things ahead for you!

[@daveowen9003]

Thanks Mark! Been waiting for this one🙏👏

[@jiff2323]

Watched the first interview and I’m happy to see she got help. It’s rough getting back out there the first few months. I was on 2 meetings a day for almost the first year. I wish her all the best, to stay strong and on the path.

[@fredrikh3547]

Pretty amazing what only 30 days can do.. not that she wasn't good looking before, but now she looks really great. Beautiful woman. Don't know if it's really the truth or if it only looks like it to me, but lately quite a few people seem to have turned their lives around for the better after speaking to you. This is probably the most important YT channel of all out there and it really shows that the core and the major reason for the misery so many people experience in life is in one way or another often directly liked to their childhoods (and all the various types of horrible abuse and/or neglect so many children have to survive) Great work as as ways Mark, literally life-changing even, and I hope Antoinette gets to live a life of happiness that she certainly deserves. And as much as I appreciate hosts like Joe Rogan and his type of (often very successful) guests, I've realised that one can learn just as much, if not sometimes even more from the people at the very opposite side of society. I have to say thanks also for introducing me to Orion the psychologist, so much interesting stuff on his channel too! Sincere thanks, All the best/ F

[@savagenative959]

Proud of 2 years sober on the 23rd of March this year and let me tell you it’s been work feeling my emotions and feelings because addiction is a complex thing that high jacks the brain and then when off of it long enough and remember you chemically off balance and it’s individual you have to figure out why you were using in the first place and feel whatever it is don’t do it alone and just because you visited that feeling or emotion doesn’t mean it’ll go away sober time is beautiful but it’s also irrelevant this is a life long journey I like to look at it as a beautiful ugly thing beautiful because I get to and experience what non addicts don’t do and ugly because I get to lol if that makes sense it’s a catch 22 but I truly love being sober today

[@tundrawomansays694]

Yep. When you first start recovery you’re gonna experience PAWS for awhile but over time it dissipates. It’s so hard to hang in there when your brain biochemistry is bouncing off the walls but the way you feel today isn’t the way it’s gonna feel forever. Congratulations to you!

[@loriflatland3142]

Congratulations on your 2 year's. That's awesome!

[@paranoidhumanoid]

You look and sound healthy! Love the new hair and the new outlook on life! ^__^ ❤

[@MelissaGonzalez-ch1dw]

So refreshing! Congratulations Antionette, I admire you and you are so inspiring!!

[@shyamlynn243]

Good for you, keep it up! It's not an easy road but it's worth it. Get solid support and be wise, you are worth it! I'm 8 years clean last month, not going to lie there's been some tough times, SO Glad I stayed on the path I hope you do too :)

[@tundrawomansays694]

WOO HOO my friend! Congratulations one day, hour, minute at a time!

[@surfer19541]

How refreshing...very happy for her. I hope she continues in her abstinence and becomes even more fulfilled and happy. We're all rooting for you Antoinette....All the Best!!

[@isisantelo4440]

Thank you for the update. I know she will continue her life journey. She is going to help a lot of people pull through.

[@chaoticature]

Just done an alcohol withdrawal 5 day thingy. I’m still on the path of recovery but I’m getting there. I helped others during and I’m finally realising that I can help myself! Much Love from Sth Australia

[@deeriggs3319]

Sitting with your feelings is the real work in getting and staying clean. I’m so glad to see this update.. her whole vibe is different 😊..

[@tammic2016]

Yay Antoinette! 🎉 So happy to see this! Her interview was heart wrenching. Her self loathing was palpable. Keep going girl! Proud of you!

[@positvelyexpectant1383]

So happy to see this update. Would like to know how Antoinette does. From being afraid she won't do well in the program to now being excited and hopeful for her future ❤️🙏🏽

[@ElChris816]

Antoinette!!!!! I am so effin' proud of you!!! Like many, your video left me hoping you decided on sobriety. You sound and look amazing. You can 110% continue on this journey.

[@soundsforyourmoods]

Omg this is such good news!! You go girl 💗

[@ErikaD-n7r]

Hi Antoinette! You go girl! (This is Erika from Ashwood). I'm so glad you went to a place where you felt intensely loved. I could see it on your face in this video, and there was light coming from your eyes I hadn't seen before. It's like, "There she is!" I'm proud of you. Keep walking this way, and loving and believing in yourself. And that others do love you and care about you and your progress. I wish you all the best! I just graduated myself, and coined out a couple weeks ago. This video encouraged me, and I'm proud of you! God bless! ❤

[@candicesheryn]

We are so proud of and for you !!!!❤❤❤❤ stay strong , you got this! continued prayers

[@kayem9909]

I could tell this young lady had it in her to push forward for a better future. Wishing her all the best. She looks lovely and can tell she's got what it takes to turn her life around. You got this!!!

[@DOCTR.K]

The difference in her energy alone is inspiring well done Antoinette inspiring stuff

[@Skumpakrig1984]

Great for the follow-up. I wish you all the best

[@hermy8]

Mark I'm in such a terrible place with acahol .this was uplifting

[@tundrawomansays694]

Keep putting one foot in front of the other. You’re responsible for the effort, not the outcome especially on Day 1. *YOU MATTER.* Every day people start this journey called Recovery. There’s no reason why you can’t be one of them, {{{hermy}}}. Rooting for you, even though you feel hopeless. You’re not alone at all. Just reach out and know we get there this minute, this hour and that’s all ya gotta try.

[@ashleymckenna2808]

I'm almost a year off opiates and believe me you can recover!!!!! I believe if you want it hard enough you can get clean and live the life you want to live! Good luck to you on your journey ❤❤❤

[@sophiegolden]

It s difficult but you need professional care and help. Take care of you, you can do it ❤ with love from Paris France 😊

[@loriflatland3142]

The first step is the hardest.... Please take it, you deserve a happy life.

[@tatatopshelf]

The desire to know one's own soul will end all other desires. 🥰 thank you for having the strength to tell your story. We ❤️ U. 💪

[@rgth3167]

Glad for you. Keep strong!

[@networkninja2971]

Im so glad to see her doing so good. Keep up the great work - you are so worth it.

[@joancomaposada2289]

First step done Antoniette! We wish you the best from Spain. Love yourself and keep it positive, you can do it! Thank you Mark for your work.

[@michellerjackson5776]

Bless you Antoinette! Great interview. Happy for you💪🌹

[@arianawhite791]

I love seeing people succeed

[@christalregehr5062]

Her story alone will help so many people realize that it's okay to ask for help and that they are worthy of help, rehab, love and etc... I'm so proud of her!

[@michellee8369]

Absolutely has made my day well done I remembered you

[@mattshue4147]

Thank goodness for this followup. All the best to you, Antoinette!!

[@alcrow1458]

You are on your way to a better life. Thanks for putting in the work. You are worth all of it.

[@sagittarius3363]

Bravo Antoinette, well done!

[@longhauldriver7450]

Congratulations on your sobriety and new beginnings my friend ♥️🙏🏽

[@kwest5171]

Congratulations and I wish you continued success on your journey of healing and self-love.

[@haleykennedy6477]

This is an amazing example for those who have even thought of getting sober. When you just can’t see through the thick fog that clouds your journey to sobriety. It’s videos and people like this that are the light houses shining during a storm & the fog horns sounding on the horizon, for the people that are stilling sailing through their own storm. You are a lighthouse for those seeking sobriety & sharing your story is the fog horn🗺️⚓️

[@EpicFamilyQuests]

So happy for her!! She has a great new start. Hope we get another positive update one day ❤

[@oposkainaxei]

Antoinette did the right thing and really looks much better!❤

[@billpimentel-vm6cu]

Happy to see her doing better and she looks great, keep going girl

[@beerforbreakfast5305]

You’ve got a beautiful smile. I smiled like that when I had 30 days sober, and now over 4 years later, I’m still smiling. I pray that you see the beauty of life and that in 4 years you’re still smiling too. I believe in you!

[@thealexandrasupertramp]

Sending so much love and light, you are shining so bright!!

[@DarKNess1111x]

Keep going! You deserve to love yourself and be happy and healthy

[@H.Haller-ot5rh]

So awesome to see people here on swu come out the right side. May the Gods protect her.