Story Time - Whats it Like Being So Fat? Morbidly obese, super fat

People ask me questions related to my size all of the time. So I thought I could answer them here in this story time video, talking about my personal experiences of a lifetime struggling with obesity
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[@RiceOfTheThirdWorld]

i started meth when i was 13, cocaine when i was 15, ecstasy when i was 18. by the age of 22 my life was a complete mess because of addiction, i smoked heavy and drank heavy. but when i met my wife at the age of 23 i backed off a lil bit, starting to say no every once in a while. when my son was born i was 24. from the moment i laid eyes on him i decided to stop the addiction. it wasn't easy. but i made my son and my wife my motivation. and i did it without even going to rehab. then after i became sober i started to eat well. i was still drinking and smoking heavy at this stage. i ate so fucking well that by the time i reach 31 i became fat. then my wife started to look at me in a funny way. looked me in the eye and said "if you don't lose weight you are never gonna see me again". she meant that my life is in danger because i couldn't even go upstairs without catching my breath. so the next day i walked into the gym when i picked up my first dumbell it felt like i went to church for the first time and those weights my bible and the PT was the preacher. that day i quit smoking then started to back off drinking. it was gruel because of all the addiction smoking was the hardest one to quit. my wife and i used to fight when i got cranky because of craving for cigarettes. i left my kid and my wife with her consent of course for 3 months, i rented a small room. there i battled the craving alone so i wouldn't yell at my wife or anybody anymore. with that and constantly going to the gym without fail 5 days a week 2 hrs a day. now i am 32 and i am in the best shape of my life. anybody who sees me won't even notice the hell i have been through. you have to want it bad enough if you want to turn your life around.

[@wowso4]

Wow what a inspirational story that is awesome! You should be so proud of yourself I know this girl who was a drug addicted and she went cold turkey too, she's now married and has two kids and very happy it takes a lot of work but you can do anything if you set to your mind to it best of luck to you.

[@karencarney7595]

Me too. I'm in the process of getting my abs back. My body looks fucking awesome . Feel better, and the changes are drastic. Wasn't fat, but chunky. I just need the booze to stop completely instead of 2 shots a day. But I'm exercising constantly, went lifting which really got me motivated. N I didn't eat much when i was a heavy drinker

[@Damnto]

Azn_Genetiks respect man...i might not have the same motivation to quit but I'm trying to stop meth

[@jamer8240]

Karen Carney are you sure about that?

[@janarisky]

I hope your doing well now

[@MrPicklepod]

At school there's this guy names Diego and he's about 200 lbs. But every time during PE we always cheer him on, and for the first time on our mile he finally got under 20 min and it keeps on getting shorter and now I'm really glad that we did so that his life should be easier. And I'm not saying thank me I'm just giving a example for the bullies out there

[@MrPicklepod]

lol ty the guy doesn't deserve to be criticized for being different

[@zoozoo60]

200 lbs isn't a big deal... :/ I weigh 210 and I'm really only "portly". I would think 250 lbs is the "obese" mark.

[@MrPicklepod]

yeah but he's 12

[@444zane3]

MrPicklepod LMAO

[@MrPicklepod]

why are you laughing?

[@Luddish]

Damn Boogie, you seem like such a nice and intelligent guy. I don't understand how people can be hating on you. Respect to you, man!

[@sunnygirly2k4]

+LuddishTV IKR?

[@hippityhopp4227]

Ludvig Bratt oh no I know this comment is old but that profile...

[@S4M4R1T4N]

Dying is easy. You've got to find a way to live. Now that's hard.

[@miriameclipse8191]

M3D13V4L dying isn't easy. its fairly difficult which is why everyone is afraid to die.

[@tylerberman7527]

Miriam Smith that's a really stupid thing to say. Dead isn't something that you get to decide so it's not easy or hard

[@miriameclipse8191]

Tyler Gregory its really stupid of you to think that dying isn't something you can choose to do. have you ever heard of suicide?

[@egemenozan5641]

+Tyler Gregory Getting stabbed, shot, burnt, drowned etc. is said to hurt like nothing before. So it is hard

[@smokeweedeveryday-4202]

M3D13V4L that's why I want to die

[@carl5192]

You have balls to do this, respect.

[@TobiasWheaton]

I'm getting a better understanding of people in your type of situation, thx for sharing your story

[@TobiasWheaton]

And yes i will cut u guys sum slack, really took ur story to heart

[@lupegonzalez1286]

Man i was addicted to alcohol and coke ex crack for like 4 years man. In and out of jail. I know the struggle of addiction. Been 6 months sober boogie!

[@zackcrow9287]

Lupe Gonzalez me too man never been to jail but keep on keeping on dude I love you no homo you can do this

[@jesuslovesyou534]

Lupe Gonzalez congrats friend!! Keep going in ur recovery! :) ....God has amazzziiing things for u now that u have made room for Him to be in ur life!.... Im also working on ,y food addiction....and doing my best to have a completely healthy lofe in ecery way! Im so excited! :))) Blessings all the way from Monterrey, Mx!

[@youtubeepicuser4209]

You guys are true fighters. I truly hope you guys can resist the temptations and live a happy and sober life. Good luck guys

[@xavierhaymaker7383]

drugs are different you can't get addicted to food drug has a chemical food does not

[@SonniesOriginals]

Xavier Haymaker Junkfood can trigger chemical reactions in your brain which give you the same sense of reward that drugs can give you.

[@boomboxbadboy1]

8:08 " it doesn't bother me anymore" I know it does mate. That pain never truly diminishes.

[@technoman53]

Everyone's got problems, it's just some are much more visible than others.

[@claubit32]

That’s right.😃

[@jmp01a24]

2019: You still going man. I rewatched this today, still struck by your total honesty and thoughts about your situation + life in general. There's something here for everyone imo.

[@terrainaholic]

Thanks for sharing this with us and the rest of the world. My wife's friends husband was a big guy and died a few years back and It was hell for him to just walk across the parking lot. I miss him, SUPER funny and SMART like you. You get a million suggestions but I'll just throw this out there in hopes that you haven't heard it and I can actually possibly help you. Look into isometrics. You don't have to stand or lift weights you don't even have to move! You just tense your body and count for a few seconds then relax and just tense your different muscle groups, not everything. You burn calories and you don't have to exacerbate any areas of your body that hurt. We LOVE ya man and were pulling for you :)!!!

[@PeaceOutILoveMrYoung]

I'm so sorry for your loss! The important thing is to NEVER forget him. Hold him close and use his strength to carry on. I know it's hard. I know it's painful. But, don't forget to take care of yourself. You got this. I know you do!

[@KarunaSatoriASMR]

This is brilliant.

[@jking0.o121]

It truly is

[@Thatbasedcat]

I used to be big once, I weighed around 275 at my heaviest. Then 1 day I decided to do something about and stick to a diet/exercise regimen. Less than a year later I got down to 155 pounds and is now in the best shape of my life. The trick is that you just got to want it enough, that's how it worked for me anyways.

[@garym9117]

Sure, that's the "trick". Unless you have a medical problem that prevents that "trick" from working. Life isn't quite that simple. Just because it works for you, doesn't mean every one else just doesn't "want it enough"

[@garym9117]

ChaniGang Just keep telling yourself that, bud.

[@ChaniGang]

Gary B yassssss

[@kinderkk1577]

I tought LITTERALY the exact same thing as you 5 months ago. Since then i lost over 80 pounds ! I was sick of all the things i was not able to do , And i didnt want to get Diabetes or hearth diseases (I was morbidly obese with a bmi of 40.1. All the effects of obesity just shocked me a lot, and i can't hurt my familly by dying of obesity. It is actually not hard if you really want something. Litteraly after 1 month of eating less i got the hang of it

[@garym9117]

Dustin Mcphetridge *sigh* It's always nice hearing opinions from people who don't understand what eating disorders are. I suggest you do a little research into mental illnesses & the way they affect your mind before spouting ignorance on the subject, as people love to do on this website.

[@winter1913]

Its fucking terrible, its nothing but the feeling of being a normal person trapped in a disgusting fucking sack of shit. Ive been overweight my entire life and have recently become handicapped, unable to walk much, barely able to take a shower by myself, barely able to stand for more than a few minutes. Its the worst aspect of my life right now and the biggest thing i want to change. Parents, for the love of god, please manage your kids eating habits, dont let them eat 2 or 3 snacks, or huge helpings of food for their meals. Dont let them get like this.

[@JampackSam]

I wish you the best of luck, my friend. Hang tough and live life to the fullest as possible.

[@savvsp2562]

I give respect for you brother,we are the gods children,God can take care of us all until we can become United as one

[@princea8578]

Lol I Eat Like 229876 Junk Food And Im Only 97 Pounds MINDBLOWN!!!

[@archlord381]

trixter1400 eat less food, it's not impossible to get your life back on track

[@winter1913]

archlord381 maybe ask about someones situation before you assume things?

[@pineappleactivisftp619]

46 pounds ! awesome keep it up bro

[@hackermanhacker8436]

true :D

[@MrKIPPETJEpokpok]

I have an obese friend and I have been supporting him for many years now. Never made fun and I always tried to make him happy. But i never told him to do something about it because I think he needs to want it himself.

[@PrincessPeyten]

@MrKIPPETJEpokpok Yes yes yes I was 266 for 5 years and I finally decided to change my life around on 12/11/20 and got down to 142 all by myself in 2 years😁😁😁

[@jamesbeaumont9934]

i am a very thin guy. this video touched me soooo much. keep fighting dude! i understand what its like to struggle with issues on a mental level, everything can be achieved with a good mentality. :)

[@theuntrainedeye4598]

"Why don't do sport?" "Yeah, I'll join the NFL." Hahaha!

[@FluffyFly24]

Don't take being called "Jabba the Hutt" so hard. People call me "Jabba the Hutt" all the time.

[@moistenedeel4791]

he doesnt take it so hard anymore, watch the video again.

[@masterdanx1997]

moistened eel not anymore at this moment in time. It's 2018 and he's lookin fineeeee

[@kdgiscool7780]

@@masterdanx1997 guys look at his account name

[@sethmoses68]

This guy is really amazing and inspirational,and has earned a new subscriber :D

[@Leafsfan1982]

Your my inspiration man

[@CKSmith-yf7pd]

+Classic Canadian *you're

[@JamesJohnson-xj4je]

+C.K. Smith *Yro'ue

[@thisisrtsthree9992]

+James Johnson *Yro_gurt

[@TheFireMageGamer]

Consider yourself lucky not to be on the biggest loser. Their treatment of the contestants is straight abuse.

[@witch_hour7042]

markbom 😂😂😂😂 you must be really fat

[@moeal-hadidi3663]

I'm 14 years of age and I'm 250 pounds, I would never think about making this video(you have fucking guts)

[@raymcswale2003]

I thought I was the only one

[@phaff3702]

Moe AL-HADIDI I am 13, 220 pounds..Glad I'm not alone.. xD

[@TravisBickle0312]

Moe AL-HADIDI How tall are you?

[@fusionzmaster]

I'm 12 and 170 pounds abt 5 ft :(

[@JampackSam]

***** This man does not lie, every word of it is total truth.

[@RmunozJay]

I use to tease my lil brother about being fat he would always laugh it off it wasn't till recently i realized he was just putting on fake smile it makes me tear up knowing how bad i was making him feel. I wish all of u out there struggling with obesity the best of luck & and thank you boogie for the wonderful story

[@Furunator]

Just so you know, even your older video still has a big impact. Thank you for being you and being open about it all.

[@jvanse]

Great work, man. I like your determination. Keep it up ! You will do this.

[@honeybee6021]

You're so inspirational. I just started watching your videos, but you've already helped me so much. You're so brutally honest with everyone and yourself, it really makes me want to change my perspective. Thank you for your videos man, keep it up!

[@whitysonthemoon]

I want you to know that this video touched me. You're a good person to have put this out there. Your honest feelings reflect what a lot of other people go through, but don't feel they have the voice to speak up about. I disagree with you man, about how you think depression will be a part of your life forever. You are a good person, a well spoken person, and your vidya vids are top fookin' notch. I'm so sorry that you have with pain - physical and emotional, on a daily basis. But that being said... you deserve happiness and fulfillment and you WILL find it someday. I sincerely hope that you take care of yourself because I and many others want to be watching your vids for years to come. Best of luck dude. Carry on my brother.

[@vipersting1990]

You have changed my taughts about obese people. Stay strong buddy. One day you'll succeed in losing weight. Greetings from The Netherlands

[@thegoodjinn8065]

your videos give me a little hope, thanks.

[@MichaelBrown-bf7zr]

I'm not overweight, but I am going through a very rough patch in my life right now, and have been for the last three years or so. I'm currently trying to break my cycle. I just wanted to let you know that regardless of how society generally looks down on people who are overweight, I totally agree with all the points you made about the obstacles they overcome on a day to day basis. Just wanted to let you know that these types of videos are what really give me the motivation to keep going with my struggle to break addiction, and I really respect you for uploading this and talking about personal subjects like this - knowing that some of the other ignorant comments below would inevitably come about. Hearing these stories really help me to put my life into perspective, because I know that what I'm dealing with wasn't necessarily a bad hand dealt (though I obviously have a very addictive personality), as with a lot of the unfortunate folks out there, I just made mistakes over and over again, and should be more grateful for what I have that's positive. Just wanted to thank you for putting this up, and let you know I really enjoy these story time videos haha. You seem like such a great guy, and as a fan, I know I'll one day be overwhelmed with joy knowing you reached your goal and succeeded at feeling content with yourself and achieving a healthy lifestyle - obviously through hard work and dedication that I know you can pull off. I know you didn't make this for "pity" and whatnot, but I promise that's not what this comment's about. I'm just rooting for ya, dude. Hang in there :)

[@jennhellgoddess4891]

I've seen a couple of your videos where you played a character. I'm glad I finally saw you talking normally and about something that is really important. I was surprised and thankful for watching this. I agree with what you're saying and I guess I'm late to this party as you posted this 2 years ago.. but I hope things are looking up.

[@chacalozu]

i love that you tell us all these stories Boogie and really help us see what others are going through so we can help them keep up the great work :D

[@rustedroot47]

Small goals lead to big gains. You're an inspiration dude, keep it up!

[@GentleScreams]

Real good video bro. Keep up the good work. You will know more than any, the road is long and hard. Totally understand the willpower stuff. There is a difference between positive and negative willpower (doing and not doing). Also the stuff like still having to eat. Totally resonate cuz I used to have a porn addiction and it was not as bad, but you still sort of "need" to jack off after weeks and that can set it off. It's a vicious cycle; the more extreme you get, the harder it is to get balanced. take every piece of restored balance as a blessing. Your video really helped me to deal with my chronic insomnia. The patterns of illness are the same.

[@tylers7991]

I'm glad you make videos like this. A lot of people won't understand what certain disorders are like. Especially addiction. It's easy for someone to say, stop eating cake, or drinking MTN dew, which I will never stop enjoying MTN dew, but you get the point. Having dealt with, and still am dealing with depression, it makes you wake up every day with a shit attitude, and it makes me hate life. To add to that, I was a Heroin addict for over 3 years, late highschool, until a few months ago. It drives me fucking crazy when people make jokes about something they know nothing about, and makes me wish I could give them a little taste of it so they can get an idea of what it feels like to have someone put you down day after day. I was bullied a lot as a kid, and not mentally, but beat up a lot. Shit ended quick when I fought back with the wrath of fuckin god, and nearly killed a kid. They don't understand the damage they do, and when they finally understand, they will most likely feel what the victim has felt.

[@stivanfitness]

This series needs to come back 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@danieldomenic5409]

Your doing something which not many people do. you speak up about your life and i support you doing it. well done keep doing it. what your doing is amazing

[@shtroizn]

Only now came across this video. Bravo! It takes guts to make such a candid video and talk about this issue. Myself - I have never had a weight problem, but I can totally relate to the hardships involved, not just the physical ones, but (perhaps especially) the mental ones. Love your Francis and Boogie videos. Wish you all the best and keep on fighting! It takes a lot of will power and often one cannot fight this alone. So get help from any available source. Looking forward to seeing your progress.

[@Iwasjustwondering89]

Thanks for sharing your story and thoughts, even though I'm not your size I can somewhat relate and I appreciate you letting us know about your life!

[@vivekkedia5627]

I wouldn't say just living a large life is a sign of strong willpower. Thinking "fuck it, I'm tired of this shit, I'm going to get shredded." that's willpower. Just dealing with your situation by eating further isn't doing much

[@MrWarrior8890]

Getting shredded like zyzz

[@MrWarrior8890]

Or like M'Lord

[@brandondavis750]

+Cary Norton pisstroopers on a boogie video? best case fucking scenario god damnit

[@MrWarrior8890]

Brandon Davis It's sickening, just like that 17 yo girl ayyyy lmao

[@brandondavis750]

+Cary Norton masturbation videos in the am bro it sick it piss it's revolting it's insulting

[@TheEmeliexx]

this video is so spot on food addiction

[@user-qy8dv9qg3j]

I'm very thankful to have discovered your channel (I'm late to the party, I realize!) I'm catching up on all these wonderful videos. I am in awe of your inner strength to come on here and talk so openly. Thank you!

[@williamdeschamps4032]

I'm right there beside you, doing my best to get to a healthy weight, its good to see some real video posts discussing this issue. Keep up the good work you, me and everyone else fighting to get to a healthy weight.

[@joezap3385]

Give it hell man, I know you can reach your goals.

[@PoorPerson]

I could never dream of making fun of someone obese, personally I do not experience depression but I have witnessed family members that have. I cannot imagine the pain, and its even worse online I remember the one and one time I was ever bullied and someone called me weak, I ended pushing them down the stairs and broke his arm. I am thin and walk several miles everyday not for healthy reasons, but just because I like the outdoors and I am almost on the line of being way skinny. I found this channel in hopes of finding help for one of my friends in this type of situation. I seem to make it worse because in person rather than online I bring everyone's demons out of the closet when I am questioned especially in public. And my friend told me that makes it worse because I attract attention aka in the store, mall etc. Nice to see this video I suppose it helps me learn more about her life.

[@Sassystar125]

I really hope you're still pushing through. You sound so educated and like such a fun person to be around and just talk to. You talking about your story made me happy that you're willing to share it and try to help people understand your situation. Anytime you need someone to talk to, feel free to message me. You can work through this, buddy. This just made me so excited because I see a bright future.

[@fredrikh7369]

This is one of my all time favourites. I must have watched it twenty times. I just really like your sincerity and the message you are trying to get across. I'm so happy you got the surgery years after this video. I'm wishing you all the best! /Fredrik

[@internetcrip6391]

boogie my man I gotta lot of love and respect for you bro. not to be a sappy cliche fuck, but you're an inspiration to a whole lot of people. def my favorite youtuber

[@arielgoldfarb4118]

WELL I HAVE TO SAY IT, I ADMIRE YOUR STRENGHT.

[@TheJunkRat]

Dude you have all my admiration. I wish you all the luck and fortitude (I understand this vid is nearly 3 years old but you're still fightin' the good fight).

[@uncle978]

Love you Francis! You are brave for making this video, but know that you don't ever have to explain yourself to others. Just as in every other facet of life, there will be people that are empathetic with you, compassionate towards you, and others will just straight up hate you. Like yourself, I was always chunkier than the other kids, which goes to show that (as newer research is beginning to prove), epigenetics and early childhood environment DO play a role in our body compositions for the rest of our lives! All these people trying to tell you to "count calories" and "try laxatives" are clearly ignorant of these types of issues. Please stay true to yourself and of course, always try to be as healthy and happy as you can be. Happy New Year. :)

[@MandieCait]

I love you, Francis.

[@andrewzinante1650]

The best way to lose weight at a stage were you cant walk for more than a couple minutes is just to change what you eat to stuff that does not contain as many calories and after a while and you have lost some weight try to start walking and keep on progressing. My dad used to be over weight now he is a healthy man when he did this process. I don't mean for this comment to be offensive in any form i just want to give you the idea on the solution to your problem

[@andrewzinante1650]

o well it doesnt matter anyway as many comments as he has he wouldnt even see my comment

[@morganjohnson5427]

You have done an amazing thing, and it really puts life into perspective when you hear it from someone who wants to fight it and is in the middle of breaking that addiction. Keep up the good work, try to stay positive!

[@moondrive3752]

Thank you so much for these videos boogie. They're so real and they make me feel not alone and understood. Thank you.

[@TheHipkin]

Cycles are sooooo hard to break, feel for ya man!!!

[@raymo0510]

Congrats on losing over 40 pounds. I was overweight once so I understand the struggle. Keep it up! You're doing great!

[@xEDTHEDUCKx]

I know what you're saying! I always took my health for granted until I was recently diagnosed with cancer. I've had an op and they think they've got it but it puts a whole new perspective on things. Keep doing what you're doing Boogie, it'll come right for you :)

[@eazy1437]

Francis stay up with this motivation, I support you and pray that you lose more weight, I hope that we will see you one day in a average weight, please take some medical help, we want you to be happy, there are a lot bastards out there who make fun of somebody's appearance, race, religion or something different, we cant get rid of them, important is that we appreciate what we already own at physical level, you can see, you have two hands, two legs, no skin diseases, there are tons of people who arent so lucky, they are disabled for the rest of their life, but you have now these followers on the internet who are with you, this should motivate you to get out of this cycle, I can understand you, Its really hard but its not impossible to change it, believe in you and let the tiger get out, keep it up bro

[@TopShut_]

Hey man, a lot of people on your channel are here just to make fun of you, but I'm proud of what you posted and what you are doing. I don't care if you're big, you are who you are, and that's just a big, lovable dude that's entertaining for KZbin. Keep on doing what you do, and ill support you all the way man

[@CrozySpoN11]

I'm sure it was very painful for you when you were growing up because we all have been in school and understand how cruel/evil teenagers can be to others. But the fact that you still have grown up to a point in your life where you understand where you are and where you wish/want to get to. And my suggestion is keep going!!!!! Not for the Assholes who made fun of you, not for Anyone but YOU! You will slip up but dont let that get you down! Take Care Best of Luck and Focus on you!

[@FundamentallyfitCoUk-Worthing]

Hey Boogie, love this video and love your spirit. I was overweight growing up and understand all of the feelings you described. I now work helping people make the types of changes you are doing right now. Keep communicating, keep learning and keep going. It will be worth it and you can do it. If you ever want some advice come drop me a line and I will be happy to help (not selling). Andy

[@PatMacMusic]

I feel ya bro, i have been clean from drugs and alcohol for almost 2 and a half years now, and i'm a musician, music is my life and passion, but to go enjoy that part of my life, the music aspect, i have to brave concerts, festivals, if im playing shows, i gotta play them at bars. But it does make us stronger people in the long run, now im back in school and i got straight A's this past semester going to school to be an addictions counselor. Keep it up brother. Can't wait to see ya on the PS4!!!

[@PatMacMusic]

Just don't go fuck the garbage!!!, lol "i'm gonna go eat garbage, im gonna go ya know, fuck it"

[@California0aura]

You should lend your voice to voice acting. I can imagine it being very appropriate in comedy animation for Pixar let's say.

[@markfaxon7610]

I've been watching your vids for a long time through a few different accounts and it doesn't matter to me what you look like. I love you regardless of weight but great job losing it. Thanks for being there for me even if you weren't aware.

[@markfaxon7610]

Either way, he's a boss

[@FriarAlbert]

I just discovered your KZbin channel and must let you know how much your honesty and speaking abilities have impressed me! You are a very gifted and talented young man! The world would be a much better place if more people were as truthful, human and approachable as you are. I really mean that! Keep up the good and important work you are doing. You are an inspiration to others no matter what kind of challenges there may be! Gratefully, Al.

[@phatpet3r874]

You have helped me with my life and understand the quality of my. I have been watching your videos and I am subscribed now I struggle socially because of isolation, depression, weight, and I really enjoy your insight.

[@ontsontsonts]

Boogie you're the fucking man. I love your story time videos. keep it up my boy

[@nutbuster6429]

Fr

[@KotetsuStunting]

Well I have the opposite problem, you can see my ribcage and it looks disgusting.

[@torstrimbold8421]

keep fighting bruv

[@BaconAndNachos]

KFC is your best friend!

[@bonerpiratelordviagraporke7341]

+Karomak yes master

[@arbresnow401]

Go to McD's for about a month you'll b fine trust me.

[@StrangeJedi]

Boog, I have Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and am not big at all. I was an athlete and now I am extremely limited. I love your mentality and I push things to the limit regularly. I just recently started watching your videos and subscribed because I love your message. Keep doing what you do and stay strong, brother.

[@calvinbrockman4209]

I can not begin to imagine what it must be like to be you and that is why I admire you francis. I can tell you have been through a lot ever since I saw the first video from you which made me laugh and then the second which made me cry. All I can say is good luck, dont give up, and ill look forward to seeing you at the finish line. Keep it up, god bless you, your in my prayers

[@denisesimpson591]

"skinny' doesn't necessarily=fit and healthy

[@StephaniePrincipal]

Being obese makes it so painful to exercise that you just don’t wanna do it. You have to be incredibly strong-minded to beat this until your body starts to respond positively.

[@aesops_daughter]

Stay strong hun. I'm so proud of the message you're sending on behalf of all those who were bullied, lonely and felt worthless at some point in their lives. Keep it up!!

[@jasperm31]

I totally relate I am overweight extremely and psychiatric medication were a big part of it but I was always overweight in school as a child and then into adulthood but I had lost a bunch of weight because I had an accident where I was hospitalized for a very long time and when I went back on some of these medications I put weight back on rapidly almost 100 pounds and now back into the depression and can’t get it off again so I found your video and I really appreciate you and what you have to say because the depression it’s definitely what I’m dealing with right now with this and really trying to try and get back to getting the weight off again but that is so difficult and I have definitely been overweight all my life except just those couple years after being hospitalized on thin liquids because of my accident but I appreciate this video thank you so much for sharing your story!!

[@zeus3473]

This was a damn good camera for back then

[@pepsicola6232]

I was just thinking the same

[@ktvelt]

I relate to this. I remember in high school people saying “boom baba boom baba boom baba” when I walked and calling me shamu.

[@isobelhall6165]

You're so articulate and passionate about this issue. Thank you for sharing this. You've really given people an insight into another perspective and hopefully people will think twice about the cruelty they inflict onto others they know nothing about.

[@allisonhughes5812]

thank you so much for sharing! this is so brave of you and will help so many doctors, physical therapists, etc. understand the perspective of some people with obesity! You're awesome!! thank you!!!

[@alphacause]

For people who think that obesity is purely a matter of being weak willed, ponder this. There are doctors, lawyers, engineers, entrepreneurs who have started lucrative enterprises, and college professors who are obese. These people, in order to accomplish all that they have accomplished in life, had to be enormously disciplined because you don't become a doctor, lawyer, engineer, an entrepreneur who has started lucrative enterprises, or a college professor without marshaling an extraordinary amount of discipline, and yet, even among such accomplished individuals, obesity persists. Secondly, ponder that, before the late 1970s, obesity was a relatively rare problem. Was there all of a sudden a collective loss of willpower across humanity near the end of the disco era? Both of these facts point to the fact that there is something more going on here than a character defect. There is something more going on here than a simple lack of willpower. It has more to do with a change in our food environment coupled with individuals who have addictions to food. As with other sorts of addictions, merely just berating an individual for not having enough willpower is an oversimplification of the problem.

[@archlord381]

***** But an oversimplification still applies, and being too fucking weak to not get a large order of fries and an extra soft drink is pretty fucking pathetic to me.

[@alphacause]

archlord381 That is easy to say if you don't have an addiction to these fattening substances. It would be like comparing the willpower of an alcoholic to a non-alcoholic, and stating that the non-alcoholic has stronger willpower and the alcoholic is just "weak", because the alcoholic can't step away from the bottle of scotch. However, since the non-alcoholic has far less desire for liquor in the first place, can this really be a fair comparison with respect to willpower? In order for a comparison to be fair between just who has "weak" will[power and who has "strong" willpower, you must be able to determine that both people are EQUALLY tempted by the same substance, and then one was able to overcome that EQUAL temptation. I would argue that obese people, like this guy, and unlike you and I, has an addiction to fattening food that is every bit as strong as an alcoholic's desire for liquor. The food is far more tempting to him than it is to you and I, and because of this chemical impulse, willpower has very little to do with the issue. It has more to do with biochemistry and a poor food environment, which makes it easy for this person to succumb to temptation. No one would live in a state of pain, immobility, and lack of energy, that comes along with being so large, if such a fate were merely determined by willpower. People like this need counseling, and possible medical intervention, not our derision.

[@rokkvi1]

***** people aren´t necessarily disciplined across the board or undisciplined across the board. Just like they aren´t necessarily smart or dumb across the board. Somebody can be totally disciplined when it comes to certain things, but out of control when it comes to other things as well as totally realistic and down to earth in some areas but delusional in others. I think you are also right about the environment having changed in a way that makes obesity more common.

[@FatherFrag]

Boogie I'm right there with you evrytime I go live on twitch I have so many kids in my chat calling me boogie because of my size because they think it's an insult but I do not take it as a insult, I am a big guy like you and have went thrue a lot of the SAMs shit but when someone comes into my chat and calls me boogie2988 it makes me proud! Hang in there and keep posting..

[@FatherFrag]

Kid your pathetic and a waste of life....

[@alfredhitchdick1543]

WhiteoutHDx247 Your a literal waste of space 550 pounds to be exact

[@FatherFrag]

I would say that to your face kid grow up loser

[@FatherFrag]

And this shows how much brain capacity you have you keep repeating the same thing over and over lol may want to try and find some new insults..

[@alfredhitchdick1543]

WhiteoutHDx247 Nope I know it gets you mad so I just repeat it.

[@georgejones5019]

Hey man, I subbed after seeing several of your videos. You're inspiring! Keep up the good work! I also love your reviews, very level-headed and hilarious!

[@keithmacris]

hey dude I am glad I could find your channel it has inspired me to try and break that cycle and it will probably really hard and I hope I can and just to give you all a thought I am 14 about 6 foot and 240 pounds now in 9th grade so maybe I can beat that cycle and I think it will be hard and I hope I can win

[@POLYMATHCENTRAL]

being six foot that isn't really fat you are just a little overwheight. He's on a different level to you, but good luck man,

[@POLYMATHCENTRAL]

well work hard then son, good luck

[@outstandn_]

Good luck, man. I respect what you are doing.

[@Somniah]

Keith Macris jr What bob says, good luck . I would be there helping you if i were there.

[@tommi89tommi]

think you are awsome mate ,i hope the same for me and for everyone ,Health! :) depression goes hand in hand with alot of things in life ,feel like you are on a good path to better :) good luck

[@biancamyatt6774]

I have huge binge eating issues and you have inspired me to change. You have lost 46lbs and you're an inspiration. I have gained nearly 40lbs in the last 6 months and it stops here. Thanks for sharing, you're so strong. Keep doing what you're doing.

[@RubenRabitt]

Much love bro, and luck with everything. I appreciate your honesty.

[@travellingspud7972]

Wish I could give you a hug buddy, cause I could sure use one myself =/

[@user-zc6bn1li8t]

I like your blush!

[@feelsokayman3959]

Boogie is the man with probably the most inner will, mental strenght and stamina i have ever met. Every single video of you inspires me once again to be happy with my great and super awesome life that i always lament over. Big fan

[@isurra]

Thanks for putting that all into words. I grew up really overweight and it's exactly as you say it is. Even after losing most of the weight, it's still a struggle, mentally and physically. It's nice to know I'm not alone. I know this videos a bit old but I hope it's all going well for you.

[@BigGent22]

I miss this boogie 😢

[@user-us5tn2ol6x]

He was always a fraud

[@UKMonkey]

Forgive me for asking this ... but you say you can barely walk 5 minutes down the road. If you are so immobile, how do you get to the shops to get your food? Congratulations on your weight loss! Did you manage to keep it up a year later?

[@Kroma1986]

He's got a wife!!

[@moistenedeel4791]

drive a car... and for when you are in the shop have someone to help i.e. fiancee

[@center4nerds]

Thank you for sharing this. It was probably not easy to share, but I think it will help the process. Good luck on your journey and keep making videos.

[@lifelover6168]

i am watching this after 4 years now c: but everything you said was a hundred percent correct . i am an obese too and i couldn't understand why would people hate on obese people like that ! like there are many people who have much worse addiction that can even harm others not only the person himself but people keep doing and saying the same painful shit to those who struggle with their body size . You gave me Goosebumps when you explained how hard it is to get over your addiction because i can strongly relate to what you say . i really respect you . thank you so much for making this video

[@marcussloetjes8371]

#pray for boogie

[@guntom22]

Boom Ba-BA Boom Ba-Ba..........CLASSIC !!! Terrible thing to say but it was pretty funny the way he told it.

[@dylanhollister8893]

you are easily, the most amazing youtuber in my opinion. i love your videos and honestly, you give me hope as a human being. keep makin amazing videos man

[@nLBrawler]

Watched a few of ur vids, really got my attention and gave me a different view on things. You truly are inspirational. I am very impressed by your courage and indomitable spirit! You sir, have gained a subscriber!

[@Eliaskto777]

Im all with you boogie, Im in LA culver city lets hang out, we can work out together....