I watched this video a year ago with 1 day sober. I'm watching it again tonight with 1 year sober.
@TrouserTrumpet Жыл бұрын
Awesome work! Be very proud of yourself!
@motorheadschwaby8087 Жыл бұрын
Amazing!!!!! Congratulations
@Vaiphui10 ай бұрын
Continue the genre at job.
@hunterfpv52019 ай бұрын
Congratz I’m proud of u man
@JunkNGrind8 ай бұрын
🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️
@Screwytea693 ай бұрын
Who here in 2024 and listening to it over and over because of how powerful Brandon’s message is
@Chocolate_NightmareАй бұрын
Checking into a facility today. My 16 year old son needs a sober father in his life
@piscessun3087Ай бұрын
@@Chocolate_NightmareYesssssssss
@BB-7829 күн бұрын
I’m listening. I’m detoxing and getting better. Cold turkey. Never been to rehab. I never been to a group. So I’ve been watching people talk but I love his story
@Glenn_Sweden26 күн бұрын
@@Chocolate_Nightmare Welcome to a livable life... Excellent decision, you have now chosen to be on the wining side!
@tomsock21822 күн бұрын
Always come back to this video
@budz.12744 жыл бұрын
I’m starting my heroin detox TODAY. Pray for me, please. I will get through this.
@armandocast49624 жыл бұрын
Was up man you good
@Mistwalker674 жыл бұрын
Its worth it.
@TMMPdumbasses4 жыл бұрын
Hope you are clean bud
@chrischepulis56704 жыл бұрын
Hope all is well my friend
@morganvi5984 жыл бұрын
hell yeah brother. 6 months later i hope this went well for you..
@jonahshank8900 Жыл бұрын
“Sobriety has given me everything drugs and alcohol promised me” 109 days sober today 💙
@charleneellis9261 Жыл бұрын
How you doing?
@carlosbent5046 Жыл бұрын
Well done my ,g, 🙏
@OrangeDiamond33 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been sober for about 2 years. Don’t know how many days that is and I don’t care. For me keeping track of the days was a reminder of exactly how long ago I was a fuck up. I believe at a certain point you should just put it behind you and forget about it instead of constantly reminding yourself of your mistakes and white knuckling your way through life.
@austinpaquin2465 Жыл бұрын
Going through opiate withdrawal right now at 30 years old. Sad af... but I'm going through withdraw because I'm choosing too.
@mikealvarez3651 Жыл бұрын
@@austinpaquin2465 stick with it. You’re saving your life
@TheGrayWarbler6 жыл бұрын
"sobriety has given me everything drugs and alcohol promised me" powerful
@pspence19635 жыл бұрын
That would be a nice tattoo if you're into tattoos
@bubbles88745 жыл бұрын
Words to live by
@nightmare50g5 жыл бұрын
Can somebody explain to me what this mean l feel l need to know 🤷🤷🤷
@shanepowers48875 жыл бұрын
Nightmare50g he’s basically saying that every time he got drunk and high was because he was “promised” a better life from the drugs, that he would be happier. But in reality sobriety has given him all those things he was looking for when he was getting high. Now he is happy without drugs and alcohol.
@meltingpotmeme61815 жыл бұрын
Negative, if drugs were legal not only would prices be a tiny fraction of what they currently cost. But the ill affects from them would be lessened to such a degree that they would be as easy as antidepressants to get off of and as impacting as a cup of coffee. This is both subjective and factual. Some stances ive never let up on over the years. This is one of them. Good day.
@veirstim3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brandon. My name is Tim. I'm an alcoholic. I'm sitting in my room right now watching this because my virtual AA meeting got cancelled. Im trying really hard. People like you help.
@TyFactorCGI3 жыл бұрын
Love you man
@daniellytle92893 жыл бұрын
keep it up from, a fellow alcoholic
@maxcarter80803 жыл бұрын
Hell yea Tim. Proud of you. Keep it up
@asharperimage3 жыл бұрын
Hey how can i get into this virtual AA?
@jamesmartin35333 жыл бұрын
I'm clean an sober,my name is James martin text me,I'll be ur friend,I got 2 years sober off alcohol,weed,cigarettes!
@briandolan9493 жыл бұрын
This video is saving me from relapse, right at this very moment...
@dantemagliari10733 жыл бұрын
How’s it going man you still good?
@BS-dq1kz3 жыл бұрын
Hope you’re still doing well! It’s no fun going through withdrawals.
@ngiamps93413 жыл бұрын
Hang in there bro!
@thegoats203 жыл бұрын
You can do it homie.
@tripp93043 жыл бұрын
If I can do it, you can do it. Don’t give up. There is light @ the end of the tunnel.
@mumik1750 Жыл бұрын
Watched this in rehab. 3 years ago Thank you, Brandon. 885 days sober today. You are not alone.
@DAYDR3AMA Жыл бұрын
I watched this in Rehab too
@michaelhawking9510 Жыл бұрын
Fucking A 885 is crazy congratulations man. Hopefully I can get to one
@AlmightyLoud Жыл бұрын
how did u watch youtube at rehab, they gave us tablets but no youtube😒. im about to probably go back cuz i started opiates, my ex left me so ive been indulging more to cover up that heartbreak but its not just her, its everything i been thru life just beat tf outa me.
@kipronokiprotich2351 Жыл бұрын
@@AlmightyLoudHey there! It's the hardest thing overcoming stuff like heartbreaks and disappointments especially when you're an addict but believe that it's always darkest before the light. Seek help if you have to, talk to someone and most importantly take it in stride. Always remember that people are out here going through worse stuff than you. You gotta seize your destiny by putting your recovery first. Godspeed!
@joshs7981 Жыл бұрын
fuck yeah homie
@kellsbellls4 жыл бұрын
"My triggers are when my eyelids open" so true
@bossmonl.a20353 жыл бұрын
Word
@Jugg2153 жыл бұрын
As real as it gets
@jessilynn49523 жыл бұрын
I almost fell off my chair! So incredibly true!
@ryanpatrickwhite973 жыл бұрын
Bet that son, all day, all night. Turn away from the Occult and do a 180 towards Jesus Christ, it is the only way. Stay away from Catholicism and call NO MAN Father. Word.
@BuckeyeCory3 жыл бұрын
@Einsatzgruppen B ever had a dream ur getting high, then wake up & u don’t really have any & get pissed?
@trippstephens69344 жыл бұрын
1 month clean of Fentanyl & Heroin. Stay strong to everyone that needs to hear it.
@alexandersamuelsson87534 жыл бұрын
Good job! I’m hooked on benzo, it’s hard as hell to quit. Stay strong brother 🙏🏽
@anro19244 жыл бұрын
One day at a time:-). Keep going!!!!
@kenji101onspot4 жыл бұрын
Hell ya dude keep strong
@davidschmidt2704 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏
@Vicari0usly4 жыл бұрын
keep going strong. there’s always light at the end of the tunnel❤️
@brittanyraines6508 Жыл бұрын
20 years of addiction, lost it all a million times. Treatments after programs, after county jails… And here I am. Will be sober 1 year in 3 days, on my mother’s 61st birthday. 09/01.
@dickmullen375011 ай бұрын
Thats a miracle.
@milky555 ай бұрын
Legend - bless you - we will make it.. congradulations and wishing you the best
@danielkarnestad8403 ай бұрын
❤️
@francosfarms157322 күн бұрын
Congratulations can’t wait to say that
@ryliearensdorf6039 Жыл бұрын
been sober for 43 days today. we do recover. if you’re reading this and are thinking of going sober, this is your sign. i have it on my heart to give someone courage and encouragement. you can do this. never give up.
@Bob-kk2vg Жыл бұрын
I hope you’re right Rylie because this stuff is getting old.
@briantarkington4785 Жыл бұрын
The withdrawls are gone, but does the depression ever go away? It's been almost a month
@jessie9708 Жыл бұрын
Im havung an extremely hard time rn im almost at rock bottom :( rdy to give in and give up
@Mehjustforfun Жыл бұрын
don't give up Jessie u got this,
@AverageJoe1006 Жыл бұрын
@@jessie9708 hi there i am at day 10 or so but its terrible i feel so fatigued. How are you doing?
@mattdickey27177 жыл бұрын
Novak is the most real, generous guy I’ve ever talked to. Last year I called the number on his FB page. He talked to me for an hour and 20 more times over the next month. He offered any help I needed, and showed me there is more to life than pills.
@unshelledgaming53487 жыл бұрын
Matt Dickey where is his number
@PessoRx7 жыл бұрын
thats freaking kool dude! hope ur doing well
@bonzo7 жыл бұрын
That's genius fair play to him
@dazzads8597 жыл бұрын
Matt that's amazing. I hope you're doing well
@D9Beats7 жыл бұрын
Hey, Matt. Hope you are doing better!! Pills are a dangerous road. Much love! Keep it up.
@77tr77611 ай бұрын
When he said “Somewhere along the line that party became a full time job that paid nothing but pain and misery.” That hit close man.
@riadean3 жыл бұрын
This was brutally honest. When he said I didn't lose it, I gave it away. I felt that shit in my spirit.
@chrishinz5372 жыл бұрын
Me too
@blackdonaldtrump38692 жыл бұрын
Me too holy shit
@lg0592 Жыл бұрын
Same here
@sykez5916 Жыл бұрын
Same
@scottsnell6538 Жыл бұрын
Same
@tylerdavis88347 ай бұрын
I just threw away over 2 years of sobriety 8 months ago. Now I'm 15 days sober and that fentanyl withdrawal was no joke. I aim to keep it this time. This story really hits home.
@nicolem15353 жыл бұрын
I’ve been telling myself for years that I’m not an alcoholic. & for the first time ever....today..... I can admit my addiction to myself. I’m less than 24 hours sober. But you guys help me not feel alone in my struggle. Thank you to everyone who’s reading this.
@lsactive80063 жыл бұрын
For years I did the same went by thinking I was okay! That I can control my self! Go by years till now I can admit it I been wrong! Takes loosing it all to realize your an issue. The pain can change you potentially ! But the remembering the what “if’s” will deff hit you!
@aaronwoodhead29643 жыл бұрын
Hello Nicole..I'm 3 hours with no drink, I'm about to go to bed. Tonight I'm praying for myself and now you that tomorrow we have no desire to use .... please pray for me tonight thank you x
@fitomena64263 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Remember one day at a time. Those days stack up n become months then the months become yrs and the control u finally have in life is the best feeling you will ever have or have ever felt from those days of alcoholism. God looking back I dont miss it
@nicolehasting99953 жыл бұрын
@@aaronwoodhead2964 I'm in the same boat! You are not alone. I hope you're doing okay. Sobriety is the only way out of the black hole of alcoholism. It's so scary and uncomfortable to get sober, but please know you are NOT alone. I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. ❤ I'm thinking and praying for you tonight and am thankful for your comment.
@jeskah8zy0u3 жыл бұрын
Great job Nicole ! I’m an alcoholic in recovery . All we have to do is get another 24 , but by the grace of God , we will
@nathanarievlis39853 жыл бұрын
If anyone is curious... Brandon just celebrated 5 years of sobriety. Good luck to anyone trying to start or continue their own. I think about you guys everyday.
@luckyme76113 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I was very curious and was gonna look it up 😊
@brandysigmon90663 жыл бұрын
Nice!! God for Brandon. I have had one relapse in 12 years clean, I'm only human, we all are only human
@c.elizabeth45033 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear that
@nanali72453 жыл бұрын
HELL F*CK YEAH!!! CONGRATS BRANDON!!!
@davidmaslow3993 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nathan! I overdosed last Thursday. Im staying away from shit.
@reddiver72934 жыл бұрын
69 years old, working on year 22 of sobriety. Everyone has their own recovery talk. But once you've got some clean time, Life becomes a friend instead of a test of endurance.
@randalgibbons88223 жыл бұрын
22 years for me also. The simple life..God's either everything or he's nothing. Be blessed.
@BB-fv2nf3 жыл бұрын
Great. You give me hope ❤️
@steviesells83 жыл бұрын
@@BB-fv2nf 💪grab life
@jeffallyear3 жыл бұрын
Well said sir!!! I needed to read this for me personally rn...Ive been ran thru the wash so to speak and faced some tough challenges but i will use this as a mantra for me now....that last sentence is power fulll
@jeffallyear3 жыл бұрын
there is a lot of wisdom and experience in that short sentence.....#SALUTE #TIPSHAT
@crazybub11 Жыл бұрын
Spent 2 months in hell to get sober. First 10 days with zero sleep, laying in bed crying to myself. It's been almost 8 years now and I remind myself every day of what I had to go through to be free again. I love seeing people on this side of the line.
@tyronwhite5739 Жыл бұрын
Can u help me I want to be normal so bad
@willthomas7666 Жыл бұрын
^ get clean, get out of your comfort zone by telling ppl/ at meetings what is going on, that imo will be the first step, pray and mean what you say, ^ all of this I’m saying is going to be hard at first, but from my experience you have to get out of your comfort zone and do things you would normally not do or nothing is going to change, each day after this will likely get easier, but your likely going to have multiple hard days it’s just the reality
@brendaleary9281 Жыл бұрын
@@tyronwhite5739 You are normal. It’s what you do and what it does to you that’s not normal. You are worth living free. I’ve been clean and sober for over 18 years. I focused on the ‘ No Matter What “ slogan and I have never use again. Love yourself. You are worth it just like him , me and everyone else 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@loveistheanswer5924 Жыл бұрын
To what drug you have been addicted too? 🙂
@loveistheanswer5924 Жыл бұрын
@@tyronwhite5739What drug are you on? 🙂
@jimmycole8553 жыл бұрын
“Sobriety has given me everything that drugs and alcohol promised me”
@CrystalNicole133 жыл бұрын
Amazing.
@chrisarm30473 жыл бұрын
True shit my man! The other side is beautiful when you stay strong and give it a chance
@christinaainsworth77813 жыл бұрын
I'm 8 days clean!!!! I felt this
@katieaherne99333 жыл бұрын
how did you do it ? was it N/A ? i’m in na and love it well done 👏
@itzAurora_Xoxo3 жыл бұрын
I swear that made me tear up ..I'm not an addict, but I have ppl close to Me who are
@mikeprong24264 жыл бұрын
100 weeks + 1 day alcohol free. Typing this brings tears to my eyes. If I can stop, anyone can.
@n3wy3ar834 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike for being sober! I’m 2 days clean and I can’t wait to be 100 weeks
@kylechrestman69554 жыл бұрын
I tell people that all the time Mike. I was as bad as I could be without being dead. Treatment, meetings, and higher powers, and I’ve been clean since August 23, 2016. Thank God. So yeah, anyone can do it!!!
@terrancewilliamsdonnawilli46913 жыл бұрын
Wonderful real story
@terrancewilliamsdonnawilli46913 жыл бұрын
Wow
@dollyjeanstevens3 жыл бұрын
I hope I can do it. I am tired and begging God!
@StrangeTripNH3 жыл бұрын
To be able to wake up in the morning, and not feel like there’s a 50 pound box of despair and desperation resting on your chest is a beautiful thing.
@BS-dq1kz3 жыл бұрын
Wow. I’d love to have that weight lifted.
@krystah_painfreeprison59843 жыл бұрын
U can! It is possible! Hell with that demon! You're too good for it, I don't even know u and I know that. I promise heaven on earth is possible @BS17 u know this, cuz you've probably seen hell. Take that box off, and rise with that middle finger and scream "f##k you addiction, not today". I love y'all, my fellow warriors.
@krystalpena37113 жыл бұрын
This shit hit so hard💔
@michaell.27442 жыл бұрын
@@BS-dq1kz gotta get sober brotha I'm trying too I wake up after a night of getting fxked up and it's the worst feeling in the world takes me days to recover the anxiety the sadness the guilt knowing I'm falling further and further behind each time.
@Ukraineaissance20142 жыл бұрын
@@BS-dq1kz its the most amazing thing of being sober by far. Just not waking up every morning feeling like shit and having to think ''i have to do that shit allll over again for another day"
@tazmati92 ай бұрын
Alcoholic that is 3 days sober, and taking notes watching this video. Been following Novak from the outside looking in for a while, and now taking notes desperately trying to take as much from this as I can. I believe one of the best speakers on addiction.
@Notmyrealname694203 жыл бұрын
This share actually helped get me Into rehab and now I’m 100 days clean
@Dylan-su8sj3 жыл бұрын
Congrats! I wish you the best of luck keeping your streak going.
@DjViceroy3 жыл бұрын
Big up and welcome back to Labour.
@SoupFX3 жыл бұрын
Well done 🙏🏻
@Hunter-xy7sc3 жыл бұрын
How are you doing?
@beefy39963 жыл бұрын
Love that .. tomorrow will be my first day...
@angelay67184 жыл бұрын
I’m 9 days clean today and I’m going through it. I’ve been using since 18 years old I’m now 28. This the longest I’ve been clean. Looking for some inspiration thank you.
@pitbikehype52814 жыл бұрын
Keep it up it might seem like things are terrible and wont get better but they slowly do just take it day by day step by step. I've been in recovery for almost a year now.
@angelay67184 жыл бұрын
Thank you guys. Still goin strong 😊 feelin better day by day!
@janaicarter9544 жыл бұрын
Keep pushing sis. Take it a minute at a time.
@jacobbarjam18734 жыл бұрын
How are you doing ?
@Damo-hp7bc4 жыл бұрын
The short version of your is Angel for a reason.....Mind yourself
@jessenapientek89623 жыл бұрын
I watched this video while withdrawing, looking for light at the end of the tunnel somehow no matter how impossible It seemed. I can proudly say I’m 2 years sober right now!🙏
@ratelhoneybadger3 жыл бұрын
Jesse Napientek I'm VERY happy for you... I am on my day 1 again, how did you go about getting to 2 years? Please include details like how you dealt with boredom and cravings.
@sashaburton90423 жыл бұрын
That’s so AMAZING 🤩
@Jamiegirl792 жыл бұрын
I’m doing it now. Day four. Praying it gets easier. And I stay strong
@ouTdouL2 жыл бұрын
@@Jamiegirl79 update?
@edwardhanley66812 жыл бұрын
Fuck bro that’s awesome I’m currently kicking 140 of methadone it tells me I can use other drugs to feel better I have been shooting meth for 3 days I’m in psychosis 3 weeks off the methadone I can’t keep a fucking needle out my arm I’d sell my soul for one fucking minute of peace
@RelentlessOhiox2 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this in the living room in rehab with about 8 of my mates about 3 years ago. I was the only alcoholic. Everyone else was there for heroin or meth. And it didn't matter. He spoke volumes to all of us. 2 years sober now.
@danielkarnestad8403 ай бұрын
❤️
@austins.24953 жыл бұрын
I'm sober, but also still very depressed. I'll tell you though, when everything seems shitty I can always tell myself at least I'm sober today. At least I walk the line. Stay strong everyone
@a.b.51693 жыл бұрын
PAWS is a bitch. Don't lose hope keep pushing
@r-kellyspeesheets9083 жыл бұрын
I been sober many times but I had enough this time and I'm on day 22 today, I am always very depressed for months after I get sober, it gets somewhat better. Keep it up
@laguerrera29023 жыл бұрын
The depression can last quite awhile in PAWS of opiate addiction. I’ve been there brother. Don’t let your brain lie to you!! It will become healed and whole in its own time- takes longer for some than others. Keep going brother I’m telling you you’ll get to that peace.
@itzAurora_Xoxo3 жыл бұрын
Keep going man 💪
@ashotofmercury3 жыл бұрын
Hang in there buddy! 👌🏻🤗
@aarononstott37775 жыл бұрын
I’m lost. I’m tired but I’m on my way. 10 days sober 😔
@shannong.80945 жыл бұрын
It truly does get easier. You just have to stick it out.
@MR707videos4 жыл бұрын
Update
@amandanegrete13064 жыл бұрын
Aaron Onstott one day at a time.
@primozropret7594 жыл бұрын
Keep it up, dont give up, gonna get better.
@geet777774 жыл бұрын
The gym, lifting weights, heavy ass shit. transforms ya.
@boondocktaint77366 жыл бұрын
Day 1. Im 30 and I have nothing to show for myself because of addiction. Im tired. Im checking into rehab. Thanks Novak
@garretmcferren25236 жыл бұрын
Boondock Taint how did you make out
@cadii96495 жыл бұрын
hope youre better man, god bless your journey . you can do it!.
@Annie19625 жыл бұрын
This comment is 9 months old.. I hope you come back and give us an update . Best wishes.
@kras2305 жыл бұрын
Hope you're still sober my friend!
@Mikeemike21215 жыл бұрын
Hope you are living clean and easy!
@nilvy1233 Жыл бұрын
I first saw this video in rehab. It had a big impact on me there. I was called to watch it again and it’s just as powerful. On this date I am 110 days sober after relapsing for a year and a half. Nothing compares to waking up sober. Prayers for everyone struggling; never give up
@melissamullins8640 Жыл бұрын
It's sooooo good wish I would have watched it sooner. Not because I haven't remained sober but because it's easy to let the mentality slip back. There's still work I need to do that I haven't been. Glad you are back on track and sober today. Keep on 👍😊
@Space_Ghost_Hunter Жыл бұрын
I relapsed recently after 6 months clean. Not giving up. ✊
@kimberlysomething9012 Жыл бұрын
I hope you're doing well ❤
@Bv1an5 жыл бұрын
"I have a disease that tells me I do not have a disease" Never a truer word said
@marks6782 жыл бұрын
Amen!!!!!
@JD-ds6ph2 жыл бұрын
Amen
@giggledropsmore7 жыл бұрын
He talks like a guy who has run out of lies and bullshit. All that's left is real talk.
@PlusMinusAll7 жыл бұрын
this comment is on point
@Nameless-bp8wz7 жыл бұрын
well put
@MaxBeamer7 жыл бұрын
David Ellwood he talks like a rehab tech that's memorized lines from being institutionalized
@nethandelwampa1166 жыл бұрын
FUck yeah dude well put
@user-vf5ng2nc3z6 жыл бұрын
That's accurate for sure
@wulyf4lyf3 жыл бұрын
I’ve watched this 3 times. I just got out of detox yesterday. It was hell. I hallucinated the entire time..opioids...over 500 mgs of oxy a day, about 22 a day.. didn’t care, are them like candy, stole, lied., lost a ton of shit. This video GOT ME INTO DETOX. Your life is so worth it. I’m in a bunch of great recovery programs now. 6 days sober, but I’m going a day at a time: thank you, Brandon. You helped save my fucking life. With tears in my eyes, i thank you from the bottom of my heart. If you are struggling..... you can do it. You are worth it.
@wodiberappin86243 жыл бұрын
I’m in same dose it’s hard smh idk what to do or who to ask for help
@dkaio13893 жыл бұрын
thats a hefty dose, i couldnt maintain the oxy anymore and the fentynal monster took over. month and a half clean. praying for ya
@andrewboyle37703 жыл бұрын
You still doing good?
@andrewboyle37703 жыл бұрын
@@wodiberappin8624 Attend AA or NA meetings bro
@showmeomaha3 жыл бұрын
Trust me trust me get locked into a treatment for 75 days
@CodysCountry11 ай бұрын
5 months sober thanks to this 5 years ago I found out the power of sobriety and knowing I’m not alone.
@MyMakersMarker10 ай бұрын
That's amazing! I pray you got 6 months now! If not, keep coming back!
@danielkarnestad8403 ай бұрын
❤️
@5211799434 жыл бұрын
(crying right now) Brother, you just saved a life tonight, mine. Thank you.
@ladykb97294 жыл бұрын
How are you doing?
@daviddownes64024 жыл бұрын
Lady KB that was nice of you to ask
@KatieDeGo4 жыл бұрын
Michael, I hope you are doing ok. Please reply if you need help. I have 30 months clean and am here if you need help
@darylzepeda35124 жыл бұрын
Keep your head up!
@jabibgalt55514 жыл бұрын
How are you doing? Just another addict here, staying sober just for today, and every "today".
@dirtyalrock83444 жыл бұрын
1 month sober of heroin and coke. I've been doing so good that one of my ex-friend offered heroin to me and I denied it.
@paulwhitley214 жыл бұрын
Damn your better than me so hard to deny. half the time i want to.stop but when i start getting sick that all goes put the window
@FrostCores4 жыл бұрын
Good shit homie. Keep it going bro
@blxckandjaded1274 жыл бұрын
Congrats Man stay on your Path
@nlceguy3 жыл бұрын
and keep denying denying and denying. you have made it this far, dont fuck it up again!!!! do yourself and your loved ones that favor!! You can do it!
@michaelmorgan96013 жыл бұрын
Fucking amazing man, love ya hope you’re doing well
@taylorfranks18463 жыл бұрын
To anyone that is reading this and struggling with addiction, you can win this fight and I love you.
@BS-dq1kz3 жыл бұрын
Thank you but it sure doesn’t feel like a fight I can win. Not even going to battle anymore. I think I’ve surrendered.
@krystah_painfreeprison59843 жыл бұрын
@@BS-dq1kz if help is wanted, reply to this, ill send you my email. No surrender, no excuses. That's not you talking, your disease is telling you this shit. But while ur disease is doing push ups, your fellow warriors are polishing their swords. My heart is finding your comments for a reason, not cuz the universe is playing. Look
@oliverbloor10293 жыл бұрын
This helps so much. Really, thankyou.
@miapya20263 жыл бұрын
Thank you I want this fight to be over 1st day starting now
@erinhughes21382 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ReeseChown Жыл бұрын
This guy is so fluid, sharp and well spoken. Bam needs to hear this.
@asylumDAYS9 ай бұрын
Bam is a kid inside an adult…🤷🏻♂️
@jamesmason90169 ай бұрын
Bam don't give a fu
@alexmurphy52895 ай бұрын
Bam is intensely mentally ill at this point
@Liquid_Mike6 жыл бұрын
I CAN'T BELIEVE I'm hearing Brandon Novak speaking like this, I would have NEVER guessed he was so bright and well-spoken. and the fact he is willing to give his phone number out to help strangers nationwide is a true testament to the quality of his character. as a fellow recovering addict, I approve his message.
@jcm14535 жыл бұрын
Yeah, same here Mike .
@drmrben21125 жыл бұрын
I just called him and he picked up right away. It blew my mind and spoke with him for a few then thanked him. Still pretty shocked i got to talk to him and that he was so willing to help.
@melanie81675 жыл бұрын
Mike, My thoughts exactly! Good for You Brandon.. God Bless..
@tylerperkinson16775 жыл бұрын
@@drmrben2112 he actually picked up? I'm from east Tennessee, just like the Jackass crew. I have struggled with mental illness, and alcohol to the point that its iffy as to whether or not i am an alcoholic.
@lillylazer4295 жыл бұрын
That's great. I didn't like him at all when he was on drugs. He was such a jerk. I would have never though he was going to be the one to get clean. I'm so proud of him and this is the Brandon Novak I like. He's so humble. Hes now trying to get Bam clean but Bam doesn't want to listen..I didn't like how he used Brandon as a punching bag yes he did try and get him help but still liked it when he was down and out. Now Novak is sober and Bam doesn't like it
@gianmarcoperez32495 жыл бұрын
12 days clean, I believe in me.
@suzukiclaus30285 жыл бұрын
Gianmarco Perez i do to 🙌🏻
@highonheroin53525 жыл бұрын
So do I
@caesar3495 жыл бұрын
Gianmarco Perez yes!! Keep going!!!!
@ttown7025 жыл бұрын
I believe in you
@sonniejohnson41425 жыл бұрын
I believe in you too!
@parkerregan92313 жыл бұрын
My name is Parker and I'm an alcoholic crack addict. 35 days sober today and 4 days into rehab. It's not that I can't use; I don't use. I am not a product of my circumstances; I am a product of MY decisions. 💜
@itzAurora_Xoxo3 жыл бұрын
I really love how u worded that....I hope ur still going strong
@sashaburton90423 жыл бұрын
That’s so beautifully said 🥰
@litebrite30303 жыл бұрын
I hope your still doing well 🥰🥰
@ashotofmercury3 жыл бұрын
Stay strong there buddy! 🙌🏻🤘🏻🤗
@carolgeorgeson96322 жыл бұрын
Parker Regan hope you are doing great!
@nyc77272 жыл бұрын
It’s 2022 and I’ve supported my son’s attempts to recover from addiction for 11 years to no end. I have now stepped away and left him to find his own path back. Praying for God’s intervention. I’m so encouraged by this video.
@n8y538 Жыл бұрын
You can’t help someone who doesn’t want to be helped unfortunately
@livpizzano3044 Жыл бұрын
Stay strong mom!! Never give up, a motheres love is a motheres love
@FrankDaBank25 Жыл бұрын
I hope he gets better
@zlwe01 Жыл бұрын
You are a great parent … mine gave up long before that
@PaigeBarrentine Жыл бұрын
I hope your son is living his very best life these days ❤️
@johnnyscifi5 жыл бұрын
Brandon, you are a huge inspiration to me!!! 295 days sober!!
@caesar3495 жыл бұрын
johnnyscifi awesome job, my friend.
@toukka45 жыл бұрын
Hows it going?
@katerilevasseur81194 жыл бұрын
We are Strangers......but I am PROUD OF YOU..
@fakiola91844 жыл бұрын
johnnyscifi keep it going, one day at a time is all you can do
@johnroberts46474 жыл бұрын
This is the least boring talk on drugs I've ever seen. His stories and examples come from a place of truth with no sugar coating. I have nothing but respect for his want to help others and having the strength to overcome his battles. Your my hero man!
@blxckandjaded1274 жыл бұрын
Amazing how honest he was in this Video
@berthamanley18543 жыл бұрын
The Lord works in mysterious ways
@pawspagrooming4 жыл бұрын
i had my whole rehab watch this. 15 plus people. loved it. this is our 3rd time watching it. 8 months clean
@DMC28064 жыл бұрын
It’s a powerful video for sure
@RokasCH4 жыл бұрын
Thinking about sobriety currently, thanks for the comment.
@anythingspossible.4 жыл бұрын
Something about Novak is so familiar. Reminds me of the person I once was or maybe still is. That part of my life lives right next to me at all times waiting for their time to finish me off for good. BUT NOT TODAY SATAN, IM COVER IN THE BLOOD OF THOSE WHO WEREN'T SO LUCKY. THEY SHEILD ME FROM EVIL AND CAST ME THE STRENGTH TO CONTINUE OF ANOTHER DAY. LET GO AND LET JESUS HANDLE IT.
@Damo-hp7bc4 жыл бұрын
@@anythingspossible. He is us all that's why we are here my friend
@deemoneycashletsdebate4323 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a good group of guys your lucky hope your clean
@tomplevin3411 ай бұрын
Just getting back into sobriety after a minor slip up. This video is helping and will continue to help.
@simonpitt720410 ай бұрын
Keep going, bro. Take it a Day at a time. Have you tried a 12 step programme?
@Julienbeaudry8910 ай бұрын
One day at a time tom, keep up the good work!
@fergal242410 ай бұрын
you got this. keep it up.
@Sncedayone5 ай бұрын
Minor? It's always major
@onoscusine33114 жыл бұрын
Today is my day one, prayers to everyone on this journey.
@ryanlion88484 жыл бұрын
Keep going man! And just be proud of you’re self when you lay in bed sober at night. 🙏🏽
@melissacunningham32114 жыл бұрын
That’s great, one day at a time, you can do this.
@ww2guy7824 жыл бұрын
Hopefully ur on day 6 now
@satishdeonarain4 жыл бұрын
Keep it up friend , we need you in this world!!
@nlceguy3 жыл бұрын
congratulations!!!
@rosaliazamora66753 жыл бұрын
24 hours sober from alcohol. One day at a time. 🙏🏻
@leampovey21543 жыл бұрын
That’s the hardest day to get ! Keep it up
@Willoby3 жыл бұрын
Hope ur still well.
@TeflonBarbie3 жыл бұрын
How’s it going?
@adamdespot41593 жыл бұрын
Don’t stop
@aaronwoodhead29643 жыл бұрын
How are you today Rosalia??
@jamieschumacher79893 жыл бұрын
Watching this has inspired me to go into treatment for my alcoholism and anxiety. I sent Brandon a msg on Instagram thanking him, he replied back within 3 hours sending me luck. What a legend!
@VV-ig1po3 жыл бұрын
Wow what awesome dude
@leax69682 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a good dude
@vaanbeats6159 Жыл бұрын
540 days sober today 🙏🏽 I watch this every once in a while when I feel down and want to use.
@karissazoellner39416 жыл бұрын
I’m 2 and a half years sober , and i listen to this pretty much everyday . It honestly keeps me clean . Thank you Brandon . 🖤
@donnamarx75916 жыл бұрын
As a mother of an addict, of multiple addicted children. This truly helped me understand. Thank you
@ladykb97294 жыл бұрын
Strong mom
@Nikolella4 жыл бұрын
Same here
@gotcha99833 жыл бұрын
God bless you. My parents left me alone ...im 40. When you wake up and realize you're alone..and no one is going to enable you or entertain the sickness.......forced me to survive and pick myself up . Me and God. Long journey. I pray God gives you strength to be tough when need be...it will save their lives
@bmoni36636 жыл бұрын
He actually answers his calls! I just talked to him. He's awesome!
@chicofromph33nix645 жыл бұрын
@Chad Spinelli what's ur bro dealing with?
@SPEC1ALSAUC35 жыл бұрын
Chad Spinelli his Twitter has 610-635-9092. I texted him but never heard back. Feel weird calling
@SHANEWHEATON5 жыл бұрын
@@Billy13346 fr what time did y'all talk?
@ianjohnson4585 жыл бұрын
I just talked to him, too! What a guy!
@kennyblare17345 жыл бұрын
@Chad Spinelli how is your brother? U ok?
@MissUnderstoodasAlways2 ай бұрын
I don’t know if anyone reads the comments. 4 years ago I couldn’t get through a day. Here I am at over two years. This is my go to video when I am feeling down and need encouragement. Thank you 🙏🏽
@auburnwithalake5 жыл бұрын
"Drinking and drugging is not your problem, it's your solution. Your problem is your thinking, attitude, and behavior." 24:20 ish. That hit me hard.
@ryanlara6035 жыл бұрын
I really get that. I do meth, usually a few times a day. I don't have a physical addiction to it but the psychological addiction is something I've never really experienced on this level before.
@QueenSagechannel5 жыл бұрын
@@ryanlara603 how do u know ur physically not addicted if u dont stop......?
@TheDakota370735 жыл бұрын
@@ryanlara603 Bro, I'm not busting your balls I promise. In fact I wish the best for you. That shit feels amazing,I get it. But it will kill you. And it changes the chemistry in your brain and brings on depression. that technically is a physical addiction. I wish you the best of luck.
@thedrunkenramblingsnorthea42014 жыл бұрын
@@ryanlara603 your addiction is just as serious as an opiate addiction. Meth is EXTREMELY addictive. Please seek help. It will be hard, but dont think that far ahead for now. Just please make the first step.This stranger on the internet believes in you
@thedrunkenramblingsnorthea42014 жыл бұрын
@@QueenSagechannel what he means is that meth IS a mental addiction. Every addiction is in the mind. Dependancy is the word for when you get physical symptoms of Withdrawal i.e shaking, sweating etc. so this is why addiction is so powerful. If you watch the actual video this is what Brandon talks about.
@ValouQc5 жыл бұрын
My triggers are when my eyelids open. So true. If you haven’t lived it you just don’t know.
@slimseamster61714 жыл бұрын
Valerie Barriere u said it best.
@davidholt25894 жыл бұрын
My triggers are people it seems. I don't think about H or othet opiates when I'm away from them..Its always the people, places and things
@AlyssaQ4204 жыл бұрын
Word.
@rodneysekerakjr34944 жыл бұрын
It's about removing triggers
@billie97544 жыл бұрын
@@davidholt2589 I totally get that for sure!!!
@skvdi6 ай бұрын
Being addicted is like being at a party that never ends, and you’re not allowed to leave until you find out why.. 😓
@treyhochgertle62572 жыл бұрын
I doubt Brandon will see this but I got arrested last year and left fulton county jail, homeless on christmas eve of 2020. I slept outside in a parking garage before I was picked up by two Georgia tech police officers. I was freezing to death. I had a Shirt pulled over my knees. I wound up back on methadone for 10 days before entering treatment and during that time I watched this video. the similarities were uncanny! We had almost the exact same story of addiction right down to sleeping outside on Christmas eve! I was in tears watching this and entered rehab. I have now been out of rehab for a while and am still active in recovery. I have even taken a couple guys through the 12 steps. I start Monday as a halfway house manager. You have no idea how much this story meant to me brandon. Maybe our paths will cross one day. Trey Hochgertle sobriety date 1/4/2021.
@SuzukiXbase2 жыл бұрын
Brotha you are strong and this inspired me so dang much. You WILL succeed in your goals
@henrycooper24012 жыл бұрын
Trey absolutely brilliant. Hope your job is going well. Stay Strong
@tesco-cs2 жыл бұрын
Stay strong Trey, i believe in you , one step at a time... remember we all have our ups and downs.. its not always going too easy on the recovery front. Just try your hardest too keep clean and by happy in life. We only get one.
@wearealladdicts14442 жыл бұрын
Still clean negroni?
@wearealladdicts14442 жыл бұрын
@@henrycooper2401 he got fired for stealing and using the money to shoot
@MsBossy-fo7pz3 жыл бұрын
I'm on my third a day clean of alcohol please pray for me. I'm tired of this demon I wanna live sober again.
@hansoleman56413 жыл бұрын
How u doin bud
@luishernandez-ji1nb3 жыл бұрын
Same here
@Ezethuggin53 жыл бұрын
I am here with you once it starts it dont stop
@ratelhoneybadger3 жыл бұрын
Juanita Dunn, I am on day 1... again, got you in my prayers. We will win this❤💪🏿
@lucidsense52233 жыл бұрын
I work in addiction counseling. No matter how many times you've been in rehab, in treatment, in intensive outpatient, don't give up hope. I've seen folks fail for years, then suddenly put themselves back together, sober up, and have a truly free life. It's never too late to rebuild who you are into who you want to be. We're all cheering you on. We might be corny, naive, or whatever, but we honestly care about you, and want for you to succeed. It hurts when you don't, but it makes everything worthwhile when you do. Get help today.
@thatsthat74183 жыл бұрын
8 months sober, 12 years and numerous treament centers later. I have never stayed sober this long
@christinatourangeau38952 жыл бұрын
I can't count how many times I've been to detox for alcohol, been to hell and back. Over 9 months sober now. Never give up.
@npolly59112 жыл бұрын
This helped to today. Bless you
@francisseguin97122 жыл бұрын
@@thatsthat7418 amazing!! Are you still sober?
@davidortiz80904 жыл бұрын
3 years ago i was addicted to pin killers... my life was falling apart rapidly.. my girlfriend of 7 years left me. Because of my addiction i lost my mind my car my job.. the only one who didnt give up on me was my mother. No matter how bad the devil had his hand on my soul.. she truly belived i could fight off the demons.... i was jeading towards death fast. God rest her soul she passed away last Christmas... im now 3 years sobor and stronger then ever. I have her ashes in a gold cross necklace that i wear ever day. To remind me of how much she has made me a better person. My mind has been a blur i forget things sometimes and i feel that all i can do is push forward and keep my faith with her and god.. this meditating music has helped keep me at peace. Stay alive strive for better theres alwaysgoing to be a rainy day.
@sethnicholls78613 жыл бұрын
That's beautiful words brother I hope it stuck.
@sciiidup40472 жыл бұрын
4 years 7 months clean and still feel this struggle everyday of my life. Addiction chewed me up, spit me out, and still had a hold on my mind I can't shake. Keep going 1 day at a time but keep searching for the light
@zlwe01 Жыл бұрын
I needed to hear this
@wyattblair94363 жыл бұрын
2 weeks clean from alcohol, porn and binge eating. Year off of harder drugs. If I can quit all that you can too. Stay the course everyone!
@andrewbriggs52483 жыл бұрын
Congratulations man keep going, hope to say the same in 2 weeks.
@itzAurora_Xoxo3 жыл бұрын
Wow that's alot to overcome ..u shud be very proud of urselves guys
@kujat39443 жыл бұрын
Hope you're still doing well my brother
@jerrysanchez83613 жыл бұрын
Porn is the hardest
@mariahconklin41503 жыл бұрын
Sometimes you don’t see it happening until it’s too late. Sucks. I’m starting to see it now
@laurenlupogotts30775 жыл бұрын
Struggling 42 days clean off heroin with no methadone no suboxone
@dustinweller86155 жыл бұрын
You got it girl! Dont give up❤
@VetriVade5 жыл бұрын
No matter how bad shit gets you can always turn it around. Dont give up!
@billgotti80375 жыл бұрын
U got this
@MR707videos4 жыл бұрын
Update
@thedrunkenramblingsnorthea42014 жыл бұрын
youre doing amazing. Sometimes dont think of it as one day. Think of it as one HOUR at a time. We get waves o panic and doubt and huge NEED for our drug, but remember thats how the disease affects your brain. It still is telling you that you NEED the H like you need water to survive. But try to remember this is what your brain has been mis-WIRED to do. Try to remember those wires have to be fixed and re-wired into a healthy place. Youre still in the process. It sadly takes a while to do, but DONTthrow it all away! You went through the hardest part with the physical withdrawals and now you gotta keep fighting! Youve got this! Please update and let us know how youre doing! Us fellow addicts are here for you!
@@amandanegrete1306 it's been 2 yrs now. I'm going to be 30. Neither I just let it go. I was depressed. I Locked myself in a room doing it.Stealing from stores to trade things to my drug dealer. how I'm not in jail I have no idea. I'm serious I got bad. I have good parents, good family but meth dint care it changed me to whole opposite me.
@riverratrvr92254 жыл бұрын
@@Jonathan-0001 feels good to be free right? I'm happy for you!
@meggy10 Жыл бұрын
My son gave up 3 moths ago.Died at the hospital.My ❤ broke into a milion pieces😢😢😢.Mama of a young beautiful boy.I can't live, don't want to live without him.
@zop172 ай бұрын
I hope you have found some peace. I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤
@nf708911 ай бұрын
2 days into detox, shits rough man. I'm a mess, god please give me the strength to power through.
@erikj3458 ай бұрын
You got this.
@atomusbliss6 жыл бұрын
"My trigger is when my eyelids are open" Brilliant. Hear that..
@JustJesstheMess5 жыл бұрын
My trigger is breathing. Hear that too, my friend.
@patrickhanson7125 жыл бұрын
OUCH yep, my therapist asked me about triggers and I said I was way past that "just walking down the sidewalk"
@Knightcommander69 Жыл бұрын
I really hit rock bottom a few weeks ago. I lost my 3rd job in a row, was in deep tax debt and unemployable. I blamed everything except the fact I drank 20-30 units of alcohol a day. As soon as I embraced sobriety, things have drastically improved. I was having daily panic attacks when I woke up that would last 20 minutes and would leave me exhausted. I now jump out of bed full of energy. I used to throw up every single morning pure bile and acid, now I can actually eat again. If you are struggling, know you are not alone. There are 130m+ alcoholics in the world, and millions of drug addicts. Know you are not your addiction, you will beat it, and you will be free!
@natlyfranks6856 Жыл бұрын
This is BEAUTIFUL ❤️❤️❤️ THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS! I WILL PASS ALONG TO ENCOURAGE MY DAUGHTER, WE ARE REALLY TRYING TO START BEING SOBER, TODAY
@jasondavidson97449 ай бұрын
I’m right there now. Lost 3 jobs in row, throwing up yellow bile and panic attacks. Going to seek treatment.
@franklingonzalez60579 ай бұрын
This broke me because I want to quit and can't.. I'm scared that I get a panic attack
@hollywoodsfinest3998 ай бұрын
@@franklingonzalez6057Go see your doctor for help!
@stacyh.15482 жыл бұрын
"Trying to fill an internal void with an external solution." Oh buddy, you spoke to my soul just then. God bless you, Brandon. You're doing so many great things for others but more importantly, you've done yourself a great service by getting clean and sober and telling your story.
@Aquietdreamer112 жыл бұрын
In the sopranos Christopher says “ There is no chemical solution to a spiritual problem”
@Sky.DRAGONZ Жыл бұрын
It's NA talk 😊
@user-ei9vd3hh8g8 ай бұрын
I have been struggling with meth and alcohol addiction. For years. Gave my life to Jesus Christ. Because I know I can't do it by myself.i prayed hard for deliverance. I know the Holy Spirit guides us on how to walk in spirit and truth. He led me to this video. I know from listening I am delivered. Thank you Jesus Christ!!
@kasperchristensen87863 жыл бұрын
Im on my sixth day of cocaine and vodka. I am 31 years old and an addict. Im so embarrased of my disease. Pray for me I get sober and opens up like this guy. Ive been hiding for too long. All the best❤️
@BS-dq1kz3 жыл бұрын
It is embarrassing. I get it. Trust me, I do. I hate myself. Edit: I hope you’re doing well!
@victortoll93923 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain am in the same boat
@kasper72973 жыл бұрын
You okay now?
@bobbywelches13393 жыл бұрын
I just got off a 5 day bender. They are the worst feeling. Time to turn it around. No more cigs. No more alcohol. I'm done.
@ashotofmercury3 жыл бұрын
How are you doing now Kasper? 🙌🏻🤘🏻🤗🖤
@mitch33843 жыл бұрын
This is so powerful, WHEN you're ready to hear it. Tomorrow morning will be 7 days clean of opiates for the first time in years.
@JoeBlow-ub1us3 жыл бұрын
stay strong, if you feel the urge, especially early on in sobriety, watch videos like these. They really helped me.
@BS-dq1kz3 жыл бұрын
How did you do it? I absolutely cannot go through those withdrawals. They’re pure hell! I am certain it would kill me!
@AwakenedBlake3 жыл бұрын
I feel ya, homie... I just had a night of hell bc ain't shit around rite now. I do 5 - 8 Roxy's 30s a day and couldnt grab yesterday so last night was hell. Best of luck buddy
@Lisasanti13 жыл бұрын
@@AwakenedBlake Best wishes to you! I hope you’re doing well.
@nobo.3144 жыл бұрын
Almost 30 days sober :)
@ianoconnor25794 жыл бұрын
God Bless you always x
@meganz63824 жыл бұрын
Good job! Are you still going strong? Ive gotten sober before but relapsing this time, im struggling just trying to get the first day.
@kylerandell88524 жыл бұрын
Hey how are y'all doing with your battles? I hope and pray each and every one of y'all have beat the demons and come out on top! God bless and stay strong, I know exactly how it feels
@traptalkwithchedda72674 жыл бұрын
💯💯💯
@meganpetitto4 жыл бұрын
30 days is awesome! Every day is!! I hope you're still doing well!☺️🖤
@paulinegreen58734 ай бұрын
I watch this video a ton of times, i love the way he puts addiction into words and how this disease works, im sitting here 10 days clean after 3 decades of addiction to every drug known, drs left me on methadone for 27 years out my 30 years addiction which NEVER helped, drs treat drug problems with more drugs? Its crazy!! But i always come back to this video every week because i get so much out brandons share.. thank you to narcotics anonymous & your share Brandon.. Xx
@wesleyblanchard3596 жыл бұрын
Holy shit Ive always thought of this guy as the greasy dude from Viva La Bam and Jackass, but I was wrong. He's a amazingly intelligent, articulate human being with important lessons to teach.
@lillylazer4295 жыл бұрын
Same. I thought he was some loser dirtbag junkie. I'm glad he got his life together and has a purpose in life. Well done Brandon
@6Diego1Diego95 жыл бұрын
@Katrina From Aus i thought bam got clean
@AliceSpaxxx5 жыл бұрын
Katrina From Aus Steveo is doing very, very well!!!
@monalisa96365 жыл бұрын
He’s a really engaging speaker. He holds your attention very well. That’s a talent. Kinda sad tho.
@yanenn21515 жыл бұрын
Well he was a greasy dude back in the day on Viva la Bam. But not anymore
@sinaal16854 жыл бұрын
“drugs and alcohol aren’t you’re problem, they’re your solutions” that hit
@jerryonlychild70034 жыл бұрын
sinaa L facts. That one got me. I’m 6 days into a cold turkey heroin detox and it’s awful.
@AlowstayLowKNOWZ4 жыл бұрын
@@jerryonlychild7003 how are you doin?
@august22354 жыл бұрын
That hit me hard too cuz I’ve always used drugs cuz I thought it was helping me from my pain and problems I have but it is all just a trick your mind does and it takes a long time to defeat it.
@cj52734 жыл бұрын
your problem*
@IvanIlev4 жыл бұрын
"Your problem is your thinking and your attitude." I literally wrote it down (along with a few other phrases from the video) cause to be completely honest I'm having difficulty understanding it at the current moment.
@noathijssens26904 жыл бұрын
This made me cry tears of pain and showed me a mirror with an image of myself i have never seen before. Time for change
@Pathfinder114 жыл бұрын
Noa Thijssens you’re not alone! We all had to start at Day 1.
@stacib11994 жыл бұрын
Same. Xoxo
@Onlinesully4 жыл бұрын
Noa Thijssens Good for you. Go for it. Wish you well.
@andrewcamp87694 жыл бұрын
I hope you’re doing well
@blackdonaldtrump38692 жыл бұрын
My doctor had me watch this video when I was in rehab. This video right here changed my entire life around. Trembling, throwing up every hour, no sleep, restless leg syndrome, diarrhea all the time, no appetite deep dark depression/ suicidal thoughts all of that happening at one time but for some reason this video completely saved me. Thank you Brandon I hope you’re doing well man. One day at a time.
@laza61412 жыл бұрын
Did you have post acute withdrawal syndrome and if you did how long did it take you to feel normal again ?
@blackdonaldtrump38692 жыл бұрын
I’m not going to lie man It’s a really hard journey. I’ve been off H and fent for almost 3 years and I still have it from time to time. Im still on MAT but it really does get better day but day. I hope you can stay clean man. One day at a time.
@blackdonaldtrump38692 жыл бұрын
@@laza6141 I also naturally have anxiety and depression so I was self medicating so it was slightly worse for me
@blackdonaldtrump38692 жыл бұрын
I was also coming off of 2-4 mg of klonopin/Xanax a day plus the heroin so it was not pretty but I was done living like that.
@alymccurry86882 жыл бұрын
are you on methadone or Suboxone? I'm in your situation right now and I'm terrified but want to stay clean, how do you do it?
@biNoelle5 жыл бұрын
I’m so proud of everyone who is staying sober. You are strong!
@scottdavidson70015 жыл бұрын
Thank you. U made me tear up. Thank you for that. My heart matches my brain. GOD BLESS YOU IN EVERY AREA OF UR LIFE. THERE IS A GOD. HIS NAME IS JESUS CHRIST. 12 STEPS OF AA WORKS EVERY TIME A PERSON EMBRACES THE STEPS. ANYTHIN ELSE U HEAR IS A LIE. THE DISEASE OF ADDICTION IS A KILLER AND A DESTROYER. ITS A LIAR A CHEAT AND A THEIF. ITS A MURDERER.
@playdough6914 жыл бұрын
Scott Davidson amen thank you for speaking the truth tonight! May it cast out all lies and darkness, I pray my resolve to escape this hell strengthens as I’m worn out.🙏🏼
@scottdavidson70014 жыл бұрын
@@playdough691 If someone has NOT told u recently...I LOVE YOU. GO TO ANY LENGTH BABE. I DO. YOU ARE WORTH IT. 💘
@roberttrester40304 жыл бұрын
Thanks that means so much just hearing someone saying it.
@tangelamarshall3794 жыл бұрын
Thx
@topshelf67924 жыл бұрын
Addiction never dies,it just sleeps ,and our goal it’s learn walk on our toes
@notbrandekguy60264 жыл бұрын
some of us have never done drugs. doesnt make us better im just saying, people gotta stop speaking about addiction like its the same for everybody. it does a disservice to people who suffered from abuse and poverty like i did yet never shot up
@matthewlogan65014 жыл бұрын
Top Shelf I completely disagree. I have been an addict. Will never go back to that hell. That life is awful.
@johnnyfk22894 жыл бұрын
Recovery is possible. You just have to want it for yourself
@boussa434 жыл бұрын
Woooo that was Nice to read
@n3wy3ar834 жыл бұрын
Matthew Logan think he is saying that it sleeps as in it will come right back if you use or drink “just a little or just once”
@CindyLakeLasVegas Жыл бұрын
You’re here for this reason, Brandon. You went through all of it so you could authentically tell your story and thus, save countless lives. ❤
@daramcdermond1614 ай бұрын
The gift of desperation! Powerful! I had that July 25th 2016. June 7th 2021 my 19 year old son got drunk and walked onto a highway where he was hit and killed. I did NOT need to pick up because God removed the obsession during the 9th step!!! Before we are 1/2 way through~ we will be amazed~ we are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness! It’s true! Even in the worst days of my life my God and my AA family showed up in a powerful way! Do the steps and live!
@tyjohnson692 Жыл бұрын
“Yea that’s great. Your goals, your dreams, and ambitions. But I’m sorry boy, you don’t have time because right now I’m calling and you answer” That’s so powerful because that’s exactly what the voice of addiction inside your heads says to you
@craigory873 жыл бұрын
I love this. I watched this about 2 years ago and when Brandon's number came up at the end I thought "What the hell... ill call him". Not only did Brandon answer... he spoke with me for an hour or so. Sometimes about recovery... sometimes just shooting the shit... but he made me feel like someone cared. Now over two years later I'm here clean and sober. Thank you Brandon for helping me and taking time out of your life to talk to an alcoholic like me.
@jordanlong8362 жыл бұрын
I wish it was that easy for everyone. Just have a talk with someone and your good to go.
@craigory872 жыл бұрын
@@jordanlong836 calling him was the easy part.... Doing the work was much more difficult... But it was worth it.
@ewoknroll2 жыл бұрын
this is awesome. I was scrolling through the comments to see if anyone called the number. What a good dude. Congrats mang P.S. sober ween shows are just as fun ;)
@ghoty6338 Жыл бұрын
My son is in rehab right now. He called me and told me to watch your documentary. Very inspiring. I've been through years of heart ache with my brothet who we always thought we would have to bury him. After many years of treatment he is finally sober. I am so proud of my son to go to treatment on his own before he became my brother. Thank you for this video. God is giving you a job to help others and you will.
@flightofthebumblebee9529 Жыл бұрын
Please check back and let us know how he is doing. I been there especially at a younger age. If it's happening to you and him it's happening to all of us. ❤️ ✌️
@trentheintz44152 жыл бұрын
i’m 16 years old, i am 108 days sober from opioids, benzos, psychs, liquor. you name it i’ve done it, this started when i was 11. it took me 5 years to get my shit together. This video helps so much thank you brandon.
@ChiTownGuerrilla2 жыл бұрын
How you doing man. I got into all the same shit you got into at the same age. I'm 27 and still can't shake the shit
@realyreals2689 Жыл бұрын
Wow 😢 my heart goes out to you guys. I’m 25 addicted to 30 mg Oxycodone. One day we will win this battle
@huyen3110 Жыл бұрын
😢 please be strong, be kind and be patient to yourself. Seek out for help if you need. You are doing the right thing.
@bqokalright Жыл бұрын
My name is Brandon and seeing this video helped a lot today I used to and still do struggle with alcoholism but I just touched 60 days sober yesterday and I’m so blessed I never thought I could make it happen . Sobriety is one of the best things I could’ve done for myself . If your reading this your not alone you don’t have to give up .
@SobrietyMatters202311 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏽
@nicholaspanu87355 жыл бұрын
29 days clean from years of IV fentanyl use. Every day I’m further from that hell, the easier it gets.
@jupiterresident15375 жыл бұрын
This is awesome, best wishes to you bro, stay strong no matter what
@davidgould73665 жыл бұрын
29 days is right around when I started sleeping again semi normally awesome! That’s when it’s gets way better
@corninyourpoop5 жыл бұрын
@@xmikeox your username and the op's username lmfaooooo
@MR707videos4 жыл бұрын
Update?
@freedomaintfree49yearsago284 жыл бұрын
Still doing well man?
@SmartHerSparty5 жыл бұрын
"You put the man back together, the world falls into place." Deep
@NEO_RKX4 жыл бұрын
SmartHerSparty McGee middle school ?
@mjmartinez324423 күн бұрын
My son (25) is in jail right now. He is an addict and he told me to watch this. He has been watching Brandon from jail. Please pray for my son. He went from a ❄️ addiction to an 💉🧊 user. God bless you for telling your story and from reading the comments, you have been helping so many people.
@oliviaeyre17164 жыл бұрын
This is honestly the most accurate video about addiction I’ve ever watched. Everything he says I can relate too. This is fucking powerful
@daveyb22754 жыл бұрын
Sure is . On my as we speak to try sort my head out and get help from this centre I know. Not aloud see my 4 yr old son cos of all this . Watching this on the way x
@daveyb22754 жыл бұрын
On my way * meant
@FrancisRael4 жыл бұрын
I guess we’are beating around rhe bush there. Around details. No deep detrminants
@djlucero1234 жыл бұрын
Same.I needed to hear this man speak
@johnnypools69714 жыл бұрын
Me too. I'd come out of detox or rehab . Easily have everything set up in the palm of my hand to get back on my feet, and blow it every time until I understood. And it took me 30 years to "understand " Addiction is a bitch
@misseesue835 жыл бұрын
I watched this video right before picking up my 9 month chip in a Crystal Meth Anonymous meeting. It really inspired me to share openly about my story. 🏅🏅🏅
@lynnr64315 жыл бұрын
How... how'd you do it?!!
@davinastanton38655 жыл бұрын
Congratulations sweetheart. 💗⚘🕊
@corninyourpoop5 жыл бұрын
Congrats! Your comments a few months old so you should have got your one year or coming up soon? You are a warrior, the mental agony of meth is one of the worst experiences ever and sometimes I still don't feel normal. Hope you are still kicking ass 💟
@nickking-edwards93015 жыл бұрын
All the best in life!
@playdough6914 жыл бұрын
heather zirkle Were all warriors as long as we don’t give up the fight! How long were you in addiction and how much time do you have?
@robinmartz50665 жыл бұрын
Thank you. My husband died from a methadone overdose on the living room couch. My youngest son came home from his night job and found him there. My husband was an alcoholic who stopped drinking but ended up on "medication" for a crab fishing boat accident. My oldest son is a recovering addict, my youngest son drinks. A lot. Maybe one day, he'll quit, I hope. I pray. I do pray. All the time.
@kellyb86605 жыл бұрын
Robin Martz I’m so sorry for everything you have been through. My husband is severely addicted to Oxycodone, Valium, Adderall, gambling and god knows what else. 25 years together, since I was 19 years old. I had to file for divorce a month ago and save myself and my 3 children. the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. He was in a bad car accident a few days ago, totaled his car and still denies he is a addict. He is on a destructive path and I’m afraid it will end in him dying. From having back aches to a full blown addict who doesn’t care about anything anymore. Addiction destroyed all my hopes and dreams!
@tylerperkinson16775 жыл бұрын
Hey darlin, if you haven't already, seek out someone professional who can advise you on how to approach your youngest, at the least. You can live a whole lifetime, and still not know how to deal with stuff like that. Its not a personal failing. Please seek assistance.
@joecherokeeteeple92665 жыл бұрын
Praying for u and your family 🙏
@angiepayne97905 жыл бұрын
Robin...my heart goes out to you....my father was an alcoholic and addicted to pills. I helped him get sober, cared for him during alcohol withdrawals...I'm a nurse. Two months later he drank and took pills for the first time since being clean and he drown in the backyard pool. Now my brother is an alcoholic. I don't know if you are a believer in God....or the Bible. Even if you aren't....please research generational curses....it will make things much more understandable. May God bless you and your family as you all strive to overcome.
@shelbydodson4005 жыл бұрын
Never stop praying. Love hard. Have faith in God.
@brandonbain6197 Жыл бұрын
Hi Brandon, my name is Brandon. I'm 10 years clean, and I'm so happy I am. Mr Novak sir, you nailed this video. It's not easy to get clean but it is so worth it. Look at all we give away,(not lose). The worst part is we do know better. So let's never go down that dark path again. Strength to all, but especially to those in recovery. Good luck and much love 🙏
@PhazonGamer90 Жыл бұрын
Almost a month sober. It's been a struggle. I needed to hear this. Grace be to God.
@kieranbe Жыл бұрын
Big love. How are you doing today?
@crownedmelaninqueen Жыл бұрын
Keep going !
@iainhill492 Жыл бұрын
Wow, youtube comments gave up on ya after a month ? Keep trying, don't accept the unnacceptable about yourself, you ARE worth it !
@MarkDoesThings.11 ай бұрын
Tomorrow is my one month
@215zigzag4 жыл бұрын
This is the most powerful testimony of drug and alcohol addiction I have ever viewed. I needed this.
@FrancisRael4 жыл бұрын
Alcohol, mdma, thc end grass, cocaine opiops are kind of the problem i guess
@Onlinesully4 жыл бұрын
Ryan Ziegler I was about to turn it off and just saw your comment. Will watch it fully now thanks.
@tangelamarshall3794 жыл бұрын
Sweet
@DMC28064 жыл бұрын
Laurent Dissard yah dude they are
@arhafrench53199 ай бұрын
I watched this in rehab for crystal meth a year and 8 months ago, and was completely mesmerized the WHOLE time. This documentary has helped me so much.