The TRUTH About My Childhood - Story Time

Lots of people have asked for this video over the past 10 years. I've wanted to make it, as well. But I've tried and tried and never was able to get it done. I finally sat down today determined to film it and here it is. I talk about my childhood and some of the awful things I went through. I talked about my mom and what it was like to live with her. I show you a few good examples of the abuse I was dealing with.

[@GameRiot]

We love who you are Steven

[@optimisticallycynical.814]

Kenneth Curry taco

[@Hater20X]

Wait is his real name Steven

[@ravensnationhighlights2847]

Yes his name is Steven

[@waydonn9111]

I thought his real name was boogie 😂

[@socksnshoes22]

thank you

[@BibleIllustrated]

The last minute of this video is one of the most touching things a man can possibly ever hear

[@reeee88]

feelsbadman

[@SCRNSH0T]

Yeah that's fucking brutal, Jesus man, brought me to tears

[@sale4112]

That was actually the most touching thing i have ever heard

[@gnarlycharley2373]

I actually cried. Jesus

[@SmashCentralOfficial]

Brought me to tears.

[@nathantopham448]

I've had similar experiences, my mother, she used to get drunk, very bad on most nights, she would swing for me and I would defend myself and hit back, used to call me 'coward' for getting away from her hits, used to call me 'woman beater' for defending myself, called the police on me once, managed to get away before they came, I ran away to my aunts, I stayed there until I was 18 and I moved out, have a lovely family, 2 kids and a wife, gonna try to be the best father I can be

[@onsightiskanyesbestsong4150]

Dude awesome!!! You sound like a great father.

[@nathantopham448]

@@onsightiskanyesbestsong4150 Yeah, I'm just trying to raise my kids the way my father should've raised me, but considering he ran away when I was 2, I never got that opportunity to grow.

[@FZDerp]

Ultimate Russianman my mom was horrible like this for a while. Until she found the power of god she became one of the most caring people in my life. Before she would threaten to turn on the stove and put my ear on it and burn it. Or she would threaten to leave me on the side of the road and not comeback. But i just found out a day or two ago, it was before i could remember she caused so much damage to my dads house brought random people over to destroy it. Finally they got a divorce but she made him get two jobs so he could afford the child support but one day he went over and knocked on the door and my little sister said she would get the door but my mom told her not too. And he got her to cancel the child support. I moved with him and now we have a great house and everything i could have asked for and my mom is living a better life, side note we didnt have much at my moms. Ever since she found god and got a better mental state she has been getting a better income and having more things for my sisters. And thats why i thank my mom, my father, and god.

[@nathantopham448]

@C B Familylife Nah dude, I just don't talk to her anymore.

[@TSKALEX876]

OMG thats your mother im so sorry i dont know what to say

[@thechrisodaily3178]

This guy is so nice gets abused yet still loved his mom so much

[@sauceyvirg1n910]

It's sort of like Stockholm Syndrome

[@viveka2994]

@@sauceyvirg1n910 yes, it is, but not really, they were taught that this was right

[@MrGatsu]

If my mom was abusive I would spit on her ashes and dump them in a river. I don’t believe in unconditional nor does anybody, and I’m glad I have a wonderful mother.

[@jadensickguy]

@@MrGatsu you dont do that your mom brought you into the world and if she did abuse you god damn still dont do that because then would of turned into your mom your mom made you so respect that if your getting abused and she died you have to he their show her that your having a good life if your mom abused you doesnt mean she doesnt love you what you just said is god damn messed up

[@dragonrider0601]

It's called being a victim. Defending these abusers despite the fact that they can do no right in a relationship.

[@CalebHyles]

I think what's most triumphant and inspiring is how you have broken the cycle of what seemed to be a generational pattern of abuse. Mental disorders and all, the choices you have made post-childhood have set into motion a new age of understanding and empathy for your future family. And, of course, the friends you've made and will continue to make. You are a treasure to all, and an apt example of the true measure of a man. Peace to you, brother ♥ Keep liking you.

[@giffica]

Eh, sorry, but what cycle did he break? Sounds like he lost to the cycle, and the cycle broke him. Pretty sure he doesn't have any generations he's raised in a non abusive household. If he had kids, maybe he would destroy and ruin them? I doubt it, but in his mind he feels that way. Sounds like he was defeated by the abuse.

[@johndeane2485]

Caleb Hyles you are spot on

[@JohnM0rris]

That's so true, he could of easily turned out the same as his mother. Hating himself, hating and blaming everyone around him, but he chose love. He chose to never become what his mother was.

[@Tyclone]

Caleb Hyles - Very well said man

[@jakfan09]

+Giffica Not everyone needs to have kids to have a fulfilling life.

[@Katzunowo]

You are the sweetest man alive

[@evox0947]

Katzun yes hi katzo

[@1234dhrifjevdigjr]

Hi I love your vids

[@rahul_a5093]

Hey katzun didn’t know u watched boogie 😛 love ur vids too :))

[@thomasphillips5006]

You are goddamn right

[@chrispapadimitriou4245]

Hi

[@incelsforjesus251]

Any time Boogie says TRUTH - you know it's something other than actual truth.

[@Seashore123]

Yea maybe alot of the shit he told us was just lies!

[@aimeegelineau2451]

Aw that’s terrible😥 I would never be able to forgive my mom if she treated me like that! That’s a sign of a strong personality, it’s to be respected!!!

[@fantomefx5096]

It doesnt matter, you should always forgive loved ones or family, even if you were abused physically or verbally by them, at the same time, you're only going to have a better life giving those who have hurt you a second chance

[@aimeegelineau2451]

FNTM tylulFN No not Necessarily, You don’t abuse your children or any loved ones it’s common sense, and you’re a horrible person if you do, you can’t really argue that either. Some things just can’t be forgiven

[@aimeegelineau2451]

FNTM tylulFN why should you forgive them if they’re only going to be manipulative and do it all over again. That doesn’t sound like a better life to me. Again, the abuse should’ve never happened in the first place. So if anyone who has ripped me to shreds mentally and physically and has ruined my life, wants my forgiveness, That’s they’re issue🤷‍♀️

[@fantomefx5096]

@@aimeegelineau2451 Yes that may be there issue but at the same time they're your parents, and the only way your going to have a better life is forgiving people, and if you don't forgive them, then you'll never get over them or that abuse, so that's why boogie forgave his mom, to forget about the past and look towards the future's

[@MrGatsu]

Amy Marie If my mom treated me like that. I personally would’ve spit on her grave and vandalize it the day she died. I don’t know but this gentle giant either is the most patient man in the world, or he put it behind him.

[@MYG]

Boogie's words are touching, his story is heartbreaking and his attitude on life is uplifting.

[@benphone7430]

Bronzewarrior bet you didn't think I could masterbate to this huh ?

[@sanictheheadhug3936]

thank you waluigi

[@dr3693]

i agree with this comment fully but the profile picture is a little bit off putting

[@bennytops8064]

w m and your clearly seeking attention

[@young321bookie]

I am starting to think that Boogie is a master-manipulator. He is sociopathic in my opinion, I have no idea how much of what he is saying is true.

[@hofferjerry25]

I watched the stream where you told the stories and had constant tears in my eyes. I know you don’t know me and probably won’t read this, but Steven, I’m proud of you! Hopefully sharing this video with the world will help you move even further in life. Most of all I’m happy that you like yourself! You have 10s of thousands of ppl that like & care and respect you! Your honesty someone that makes this crazy world a better place! You have made several of my shitty day’s tolerable and if you can do that for me, I know you have done it for many others. Thanks boogie! -Your friend Jerry!

[@lubizzle8670]

You said everything I was feeling!

[@lubizzle8670]

Noscamaroz28 fuck off

[@mohammadabudaqer7641]

Noscamaroz28 fuck off

[@dawnmason9558]

Hear hear.

[@hofferjerry25]

T Zub I don’t have the link... he said that he was going to delete it. It was around 3 maybe 4 weeks ago tho. You can search under videos on his twitch. Don’t be surprised if it’s gone. He didn’t want the haters and trolls to see it before he was ready to make his KZbin video. Man, I appreciate this guy!

[@TheOfficialJopp]

Back when this came out, I really found comfort within it because I myself suffered many instances of physical and verbal abuse from my dad. Seeing you today, along with all these lies of cancer and crypto scams, well it makes me feel like I'm all alone in that pain again. Honestly you disgust me

[@adwarriorlegend1]

I’m sorry man. You don’t need to feel alone. Talk to God

[@Gelato41_]

Berserk (1997)

[@acardinalconsideration824]

Im sure you already know this by now but anyone should be very careful when idealizing anyone at all, let alone a self-admitted very damaged and very self-destructive person. The pedestal that countless people put him on was bound to collapse eventually(pun intended)

[@SG-zg3pc]

That last 60 seconds is like something out of a movie. You're strong beyond belief.

[@internationalrtg5602]

“I like who I am.” Such a simple and yet such a powerful sentence.

[@Chris-vz2kv]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@S1RLANC3]

You probably won't see this but about 8 years ago from today, you made a video about suicide. I just got away from home and enlisted in the service where I had many bad thoughts and couldn't bare what I was going through. I owned many forms of firearms and was gonna make the ultimate mistake. I saw your video and the words you said truly put my mind at ease and allowed me to contemplate things the way they should without the PTSD/Anxiety weighing me down. Today, I'm still in the service and just bought an nice house. I'm very happy and have many friends. I've lost many including my mother to an unfortunate accident but I've learned to be strong and carry on, I even dedicate most weeks to charity's which I learned to love. Just wanted to say thank you Boogie as I am one more person that wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for you and so glad you still create these types of videos as they truly do help those out there.

[@drakeleslie3366]

Incredible story man.

[@theeddyg]

Wow who would guess hulk would be depressed, nah I’m just kidding I’m am proud of you making of them darks times keep being you brotha

[@sugarveins]

you get a big hug from me

[@owendavis8339]

❤️

[@opticalzoom]

Great story

[@entertain7us148]

"I like who I am." I don't know why these words, so simple, are so powerful.

[@allgenau9059]

Inspector Javert ?

[@run7388]

@@inspectorjavert5563 edgy

[@mr.supper6866]

The ending gets me crying every time

[@graysonpinkston8498]

This is absolutely one of the most heart-wrenching videos I've ever watched you are an amazing man.

[@graysonpinkston8498]

Thanks for liking my comment that means a lot.

[@JustAlyx]

Taking into account everything your mom has done to you, I doubt anyone would blame you for pissing on her grave. Hell, with all due respect and as cruel as it sounds, if that was me I'd probably throw a celebration. What's really incredible to me is, you chose not to do any of those things. On her dying bed, you decided you were going to love yourself and forgive her. It's irrelevant whether you believed your words or not -- you CHOSE to show love to someone who hatefully abused you mentally and physically. That takes strength and it's strength I'm working towards now. You continue to be an inspiration to me, Boogie. Thank you for sharing this story.

[@ElijahRazemon]

Dalyxman 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓💓

[@derfranzosischethaddaus9230]

Maye his mother was ill in the head

[@isidorodaviddoro1920]

Yeah his Mother is the worst how can you do this to your own Son?

[@jackal8361]

Dalyxman u true

[@botchamaniajeezus]

Didn't think I'd see you here. It seems im being surprised all over KZbin these days

[@jeffjachymiak4994]

I was never abused, and I grew up with a fantastic mother and father. I didn’t know I needed a video like this. It’s helped me appreciate how I came to be and what they gave up to better my life. I may have no had your horrific life, but hearing about it has made me appreciate mine. Thanks boogs. You’re a hero.

[@ElijahRazemon]

jeff Jachymiak 💓💓💓💓😩😢😖💓💓💓

[@LilChuunosuke]

Thank you. It's so painful coming from an abusive home, then seeing people show no appreciation for how great their parents are because of a few imperfections. It's so painful seeing people act like what their parents do is the bare minimum and they want more. I have no doubt your parents have flaws, but they're doing their best. So make sure they remember that. Make sure they KNOW you appreciate all they've done for you.

[@milesium-487]

I have a good feeling that most of the abuse he describes in his life was made up for the purpose of gathering sympathy

[@boogie2988]

Had my brother on in a recent video to confirm it.

[@IHyperion_V]

@@boogie2988 just retire man It's over

[@drinkwater7393]

@@boogie2988 complete piece of shit, your career is over. all this was fake too

[@juliuspresley9982]

@@boogie2988 u are a liar

[@abcdefg-ox6mu]

@@boogie2988Hey man, whatever you were implying on the podcast, go through with it.

[@DrPadenski]

The first time I have cried watching a yt video... bless you

[@DankFloyd]

You lived such a dark childhood, but you emit such a bright light in this world today. You are a magnificent person Boogie and we like you too!

[@daLukasMain]

Well said dude

[@tobyw9113]

69 likes

[@MurfsYT13]

This video will help thousands of kids going through the same thing. I don’t come from an abusive home and have never experienced the things you have but I know there are a lot who have. Appreciate your honestly.

[@taylorweaver8281]

MurfsYT13 I'm in my 20s and went through very similar things as a child and teenager and honestly this has made me feel so much better about myself now. I live 45 minutes away from Boogie, we go to the same card shop even and I've talked to him a few times but hearing this from him on here has made me for atleast right now feel like there's more hope for me.

[@MurfsYT13]

Charlemagne Monroe thanks fantastic. I’m really glad to hear that. People like Boogie are fantastic role models. I’m glad it’s onwards and upwards for you.

[@bishplis7226]

you know what helps more? socialism.

[@aidanconway3830]

MurfsYT13 b

[@larskvestad6841]

666

[@lilboicajun6531]

This guy may be the most genuine person on the internet, someone who can forgive a mother who almost killed him multiple times has a heart of gold

[@vangie6901]

Wut?

[@spacecowboy534]

or a fucking moron

[@_o2453]

@@spacecowboy534 fax my guy

[@lightsaberman8973]

@@spacecowboy534 why?

[@superhydra8873]

Lol

[@Flamingo_Vlogs]

This really makes me appreciate the parents I have. Sometimes you overlook the little things in life and that’s something I want to learn not to do.

[@positivefraud3012]

You're unbelievably strong man, thank god you survived

[@sandpapergaming2517]

Bordan Jelfort lmao un-unbelievably strong

[@positivefraud3012]

Sandpaper Gaming yeah “un-un”

[@conorosterman7849]

Double negative = Believeably strong

[@tylerrhodes1935]

@@conorosterman7849 right😂 thats what i was thinking when i read that too

[@saltyham1447]

Bordan Jelfort the winky face makes it weird

[@antonisk.3093]

Dude, that last 2 mins, damn. I know she's your mom but I could never forgive someone for doing that to me. Props to you for having such a positive and forgiving heart

[@retrogamepuppy1445]

Me to man. I feel bad for him. No one could be mad at this guy for cheating on his wife and the cam girls he paid for sex. He's a fucking hero. Did you see the puss he's been slaying?

[@julknowl]

Forgiveness isn't for the other person, it's for you. If you don't forgive, you carry that with you. The other person isn't affected by your lack of forgiveness, other than they can't control you anymore. I had a lesser experience than Boogie did, but at 24 I finally forgave my parents and I have felt so much lighter since then. They don't know I forgave them because it was for me and myself only. I occasionally speak to them and I willingly spend time with them during the holidays when the rest of our extended family is there because they can't make me feel bad and my extended family is incredible. But yeah, rambling. Forgiveness is for your own mental health.

[@hawkstrike18]

@@julknowl thanks for the common sense, really! Hopefully most ppl can truly understand what you said. Too bad some of us can't forgive & mend ourselves 100% though... Because, in the end, I guess that's what you have to do to be able to forgive others. Personally, I'm unhappy just because I am a human😑 not sure if there's any hope for me, even if I never went through something especially bad/extreme (I always try to learn through others' mistakes and experiences anyway, doesn't have to happen to me - though that would make matters more difficult, obviously). My own parents helped me see how much better I am than them, in that I'm not as petty or immature, but also how powerless in front of their ego. As much as I despise cynicism and nihilism, their (and almost everyone else's) selfishness, stubbornness, short-sightedness, etc. have made me slightly -well, I control it- cynical myself... I can hardly trust humans in general (but that's a lesson to be learned anyway, humans suck, generally speaking). It's funny in what ways your parents shape you and how they can make you feel guilty of certain things even when you know you aren't guilty and it's their fault. Perhaps that's why I can't forgive them completely. In conjunction with the fact that I still live with one of them, lol - how can you move on when situation stays more or less the same? But, I'll have to be more thorough than this and see a therapist about it😅 Either way, I *love* this kind of videos, about psychology, depression, traumas, etc., and the comments you can find under them! I used to chat a lot about such matters, so it's kinda nostalgic as well to me, not just therapeutic.

[@shinozaddy5939]

@Eduardo Palma are you dumb?

[@milesium-487]

Dr. Doofenshmirtz explaining his tragic backstory to Perry the Platypus

[@natami_kun]

Dude have some respect. He may be a bad person, but he still went thru shit. Again, have some respect.

[@Anthonybchannel]

​@@natami_kun no he didnt. He was a bratty little shit as a kid

[@milesium-487]

@@natami_kun No

[@KadinNation]

This video to this day still hits so hard. Especially the ending. I really appreciate you & your vids Boogie never stop being you

[@whadoyoumen]

Steve they say 'The toughest steel is forged in the hottest fire', and you my friend, has been through the fires of hell. Glad to see you slaying those demons. You are an inspiration! Keep on being you!!

[@Grumbledookvid]

The DJ Steve? Who the fuck is Steve

[@epicgamer8751]

Ababmer Vid that's his real name

[@Grumbledookvid]

Wyatt A i thought it was Angus

[@Sh0n0]

they say the burntest cake was burnt in the hottest fire

[@FireurchinProductionsByzantium]

This guy has extreme developmental problems and isn't even a functional adult

[@CaloobianMongoose]

*Nothing anyone says can possibly take the pain away from such a traumatic life but I (and thousands of others) love you very much, Boogie. Thank you for being open and honest and so full of life. You are an absolute inspiration.*

[@dawnmason9558]

He most defiitely is.

[@leroyjenkins9213]

He really is

[@Anarchic1989]

Caleb Twombly proceeds to be the abuser lol

[@christianpino209]

He really is I love him he’s my favorite KZbinr honestly

[@imakeWcomments]

Boogie was the most unlucky kid who has now turned into a role model (We love you man ❤

[@ewantu]

lol. This aged well.

[@valeriocesarini5661]

You’re absolutely right to like yourself. I’ve rarely seen someone as deep, intelligent, solid, nice, good as you. And this is the first video of yours I watch. I hope your life is gonna be the best as humanly possible and I hope to be as strong and wise as you one day

[@ChloeTing]

Thank you for sharing your story with us. You are incredibly strong, forgiving and have such a big heart. We love you!

[@pringlelays159]

Ben Mason man i saw this comment coming from a mike away

[@White0ni]

Thank you for making yourself this vulnerable to us. That takes strength. Keep pushing forward Boogie. Clearly, our past does not have to doom our future. You came out of all of that and are now a light for so many of us. Thanks again.

[@ElijahRazemon]

White Oni 💓💓💓

[@sheldonbenton5278]

i wouldnt say vulnerable in that context, i would say opened up. but i agree

[@thetornadottful]

I've been watching you for years, evolving with you. I'm motivated to work on my hobbies

[@Nantosuelta]

Every feminist who claims women can't be abuser's needs to watch videos like this.

[@dualshock3]

Sad thing is that women like this only get a couple of years in jail + rehab, while a guy would go for 40+ in prison.

[@Nantosuelta]

@@dualshock3 Sad and true, and yet according to feminists, women have it soo hard in western society.

[@HellonWheels777]

@@dualshock3 I've never seen abusers of either sex actually get punished, and I have LIVED abuse.

[@famouslyanonymous7704]

It kinda pisses me off I had a friend with an abusive girlfriend Then i slapped her

[@brendananderson9102]

@@Ghost572 Is there inconsistencies? It might be because of trauma. Is there a definitive source that shows he's lying?

[@BfMvBROSKI37]

You're a stronger man than I think you even realise, Boogie. Huge respect for you.

[@GroundbreakGames]

Looking through the comments, my heart is broken. So many people living this hell. My ten year old son is my entire fucking world. I can't even imagine. In tears I write this to you all. I'm sorry for what happened to you. Truly. You didn't deserve it and no child, NO CHILD has ever done ANYTHING to deserve to have to endure something like this.

[@advantageousanarchy7551]

I agree. No one deserves to be hurt like that, and especially from the person they look up to and respect the most.

[@joelthepizzawizard493]

Groundbreak Games it makes me genuinely happy to see a dad REALLY loving his son seeing as my dad wasn't really there for me. Stay that way

[@cuddlesworth2332]

I don't think any Canadian medical professionals or law enforcement would agree with you.

[@vasilikimalama6955]

you dont deserve any hate because your childhood was hard and your still going strong and ignoring the hate and I respect that

[@Vision-lz4ru]

I’m surprised boogie’s Highschool never called the cops on his mom, she’s was a literal criminal that should of been locked up for life. Severe Child abuse isn’t a light crime

[@butterss1178]

Cuz he thought it was normal so he didn't tell them maybe

[@apheliaa]

And she taught children!! When he said that it blew my mind

[@DRDJkoolade]

Those last 20 seconds made me tear up for real

[@Atruis]

John Paul Oh same here.

[@rockywatson2745]

Me too

[@MrRogersShorts]

Same here. Btw Go Jags

[@Luis_41]

Same.

[@95TurboSol]

Ditto, that was so kind of Steven to tell his mom that before she died, dudes heart runs deep.

[@pushpins926]

It feels really weird to click "like" on a video about something so terrible....but I wanted to show my support for you opening up and talking about what you suffered. I'm so sorry that was the childhood you had. I'm glad you were able to come out of the other side a decent human being....and I like who you are too.

[@Foryourviewingpleasure]

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[@HJC02]

People don’t die. They only die when you forget about them

[@yasminhabibti721]

Oh, that was POWERFUL and a blessing! I will do my best to remember that.

[@yasminhabibti721]

How did this comment only acquire 4 likes?!? 😟

[@culleymelton1454]

I can't relate my mom and dad are very loving but I've been abused by my stepmom but more mental abuse bless your heart man❤️

[@ZombieCartmanYT]

Boogie I owe you an apology, I have said things to you in your comments section that were judgmental and wrong. I should have known you and I shared a very similar story but I have been so pissed off at the world and the events in my life that I just wanted everyone else to hurt with me. This video is an inspiration to me and I want you to know you are not alone.

[@notfunny7032]

this is why I like the comment section

[@andreasboesen9763]

thank you

[@beansinmyurethra9035]

Damm,I have never seen someone apologize for saying somthing in a KZbin comment section...good on You *that wasn't sarcasm*

[@caley.j.n]

You are not a bad person for this, what matters is that you are healing from this and knowing you can improve. Keep on keeping on, man

[@randomperson12325]

takes a lot to apologize, i admire you, i hope he reads this

[@mr.probable1236]

Real men cry during the last minute of this video.

[@miguelgarduno7023]

Isavirs real men only cry... When they spill milk. Struggle is real 😩😩

[@ToAsTyDoNDoN]

Isavirs real men only cry when they delete their game saves!!

[@megido878]

DoN Mac i deleted my cave story save.

[@RaceboyYT]

atomyksaturday that sucks

[@isaklarsson5241]

i totally agree.

[@GhOsT-lx9ez]

Dude this kills me seeing that you went through this, much respect for you, and there are not a lot of people like you that can like the way they are. Im happy that you are happy and will always help support your channel.

[@filmwarriorwake1044]

Wow, man. This is one of the most abusive stories I have ever heard. but strangely I would want to know more. I also want to know what are your best memories of your mother

[@UNIRockLIVE]

your too honest, and too kind. you are loved by many people. keep rocking boogz

[@thepapermakery]

Islam is a mental illness I agree with your username

[@Becca_Lynn]

My heart is broken for you Boogie. Absolutely shattered. I wish I could hug you a thousand times. You are so strong and amazing. Thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@minecraftminertime]

Your heart will never actually be broken unless you experience it yourself. None of us can say that we truly feel Boogie's abuse except for Boogie himself.

[@minty.simon.]

I'm actually crying right now

[@mrd2346]

MischievousMoo Becca made a perfectly nice comment. You didn't!

[@mrd2346]

skankhunt42 Bet you thought you were so funny when you watched that episode of South Park

[@user-fy7ru4ii1i]

hey MarkXV, you have 3 subscribers... keep up the good work!

[@jennychenprec]

I’m so touched that you have forgiven and made peace with your mom. Although you much deserve a happier childhood but accepting things that had happened in the past which you didn’t have much control over, you have developed courage and sense of self through this journey. Your stories have touched many others and have shown them on how to forgive their love ones that have hurt them in the past.

[@ravenpcd996]

The fact that you came through inspires me.....much love bro

[@schregen]

Boogie, you made me appreciate my family a lot more. I love you 💜💙💚💛

[@shamaracalloway7446]

John Smith boogie likes everybody else it's me that he hates so much and iam one of his biggest fans I just about watched all of his videos and sometimes he makes me laugh alot and I do like him alot I do want to support him I just trying to figure out what it is I done wrong just don't understand

[@JohnM0rris]

shamara Calloway What are you talking about?

[@shamaracalloway7446]

John Smith I just want to be friends with boogie that's all

[@franh6148]

I haven’t cried so much in a long time. To say the public services let you down is obviously an understatement. You are incredible.

[@toothpickstickerbananas4914]

Indeed

[@ElijahRazemon]

👏😁💓👍👍

[@LilChuunosuke]

His story with public services is a very common one, I'm sad to say. As someone who comes from an abusive home, who read and listened to many stories of abuse victims to remind myself it wasn't my fault I was abused, and as someone in an online support group for victims of abuse, the letdown by public services is an everyday occurrence that needs to be fixed. I've not only had mandatory reporters tell me repeatedly I was making up my abuse for attention, but I've had them tell me that if I claimed any sort of physical abuse, they would call my abuser and tell them of the accusations "so you can talk things out with them". And I consider myself lucky. Because my parents never once found out about the dozen reports I made of their abuse. I've heard many stories of the abuse actually being reported and either someone from CPS or DCF comes to the home to "help talk it out", then just leaves after for the child to be beaten as punishment for letting someone find out, or they take the child into custody, decide the abuse isn't bad enough (including one story I heard of an 11 year old getting 3rd degree burns on their back from their parents forcing them to "mow the lawn" with safety scissors on the hottest day of summer), then just tosses them back into the home. To say America's public service system for abuse victims is broken is the biggest understatement I've ever made in my entire life. Reporting a child being abused will only make them suffer severe punishments for their abuse 99% of the time. And on the rare occasions they get out of their abusive home, they get moved into a different, horrible living situation. Reporting abuse only puts a victim of abuse in more danger. The entire system needs to be destroyed and rebuilt from scratch. There needs to be severe legal punishments for not reporting abuse or deciding a child isn't abused when there was sufficient evidence of said abuse. The system now only puts them in more danger.

[@mollytsanadis1323]

This man is the most kind hearted man on earth

[@elbatkcalb9881]

“don’t you like who i am?” I’m crying.

[@MikeBoyd]

Really powerful stuff boogie. Thanks for sharing. I've never had to endure the kind of things you have but it helps me understand and relate to hear your story. Peace ❤️

[@cykablyat801]

Oh hi dude, i watch your vids

[@Real_Donald_Trump]

@@cykablyat801 not a good time, mate.

[@jimmymelendez1836]

@@Real_Donald_Trump What's not a good time?

[@sapphiresuzuki]

I was working out at a public gym and I burst out crying when you said you like who you are. I resonate with that so much boogie. It’s fucked up, but that abuse made you into the great person you are today. I’m so proud of you, man.

[@indrauchiha1075]

I'm sorry that you had to go throught all this bs boogie what's done is done and it's a good thing that you stayed strong don't ever change man you got all my respect!

[@danmagoo]

Forgiving a parent like that, is one of the most powerful and profound gifts you can give to yourself.

[@lelobster8935]

This must have been very hard to share. Boogie you are an inspiration, keep going strong and pursuing your dreams.

[@92Warhawk]

Stories like this make me think of how ridiculous I used to be as a kid to get sad and mad over my parents turning off my computer if I haven't finished my homework when some children go through hell and get abused... It's incredible how many things we take for granted being raised in a healthy loving family. Stay strong sir and may the past be past and the future be bright.

[@Kohaku_Hayami]

2Krash 100% true and I’m going to keep that in mind once my mum or dad just asks to help them with a mundane task that would annoy me to do Love you Boogie

[@Charlie6969]

I'm so sorry you had to go through this, i really feel for you. I have really enjoyed your videos all these years, you are a truly strong and good person. I'm glad to see you're doing so well.

[@CJ-hl8ex]

Boogie I know you’ll never see this or know who I am, but you opening up about this has really helped me resolve some of my personal issues regarding my own mom, she was a drug addict and often time yelled and screamed and threw things and hardly ever made dinner, she was gone for long periods of times and I just recently found out thay she’d leave me home alone as a baby so she wouldn’t have to listen to me cry, the reason I’m telling you all of this is because you have really helped me take a look in my own heart and showed me it’s ok to be sad and to talk about those things and how they made me feel and how they still affect me today and if I’ll choose to let them define my person, and I guess in a way you showed me that talking this out with someone who will never see it is prolly the first step in the right direction... thank you boogie thank you so much

[@bwuiis]

“I like me and I forgive her.” What a line, man. I went into this a troll and came out feeling soggy af. Hit me right at home.

[@giovannibermudezjr]

The Feels! 😭😢

[@ENolls]

It’s a miracle that Boogie is here with us. I’m sorry man.

[@trixta.]

He's been through a rough past you guys, we all have your back Stephen. 👍

[@daneherring509]

Great example of never judging someone for ANYTHING. You have no idea what kind of experiences they’ve had to endure. You have no idea what’s shaped them into the person we see. You’re the man, Boogie.

[@SoniaAnastasiaaa]

the last minute or so of the video had me really touched

[@karatgaming5792]

Me too.

[@NocGnar]

Just finished watching the H3H3 podcast...dude you are honestly my favorite human being. I am a huge gamer but I find myself identifying more as just a person because of your videos. Confronting my own demons the way that you are/have is so inspirational and definitely key in me doing so. Not ashamed to say this my dude but honestly I love you bro. Thank you for being there for me way more than I have for you.

[@Stew91]

@Irrelevant Native, what H3H3 podcast? Did they talk about Boogie's video?

[@NocGnar]

Justin Stewart no the H3H3 podcast featuring Boogie

[@michaelscott5579]

The most powerful thing you said was the way you ended the video. Inspirational.

[@alextrainor2552]

Idk how you dont cry telling these stories. That was so sad to listen to. God bless you, im so sorry to hear all this.

[@PrincessRomi1]

I'm not crying, you are... you should write a book... there's a lot of people going through the same, or similar, thing, and deserve some sort of inspiration, motivation, and help...

[@magsec5]

Hi I'm Romi not this despicable

[@charliesledz6941]

He should write a book.

[@evokanq35]

C9 Skadoodle reference caught? But I totally agree too

[@hectorthedragon1667]

He said on stream it would take too much out of him emotionally to write a whole book about his abuse. You can tell that even this short video about his abuse was a challenge for him.

[@haedencouturier3519]

I would legit buy the shit out of that book.

[@XxHavoCThundeRxX]

Man being able to say "I like who I am" is such a powerful thing

[@xpanthersocietyx]

I came across this video from "think before you sleep". I got hit with a dog lead multiple times, Stabbed with a knife multiple times, hit with a hammer multiple times, my mother took the door off my bedroom so I had no door on my bedroom as I used to stay in my room and play video games, She bullied all the men who came into her life, kept my father from me, I had interviews from the school as they must have seen the marks and I done the same thing and covered for her. She used to scream at the top of her voice and many more things and torture me in many different ways, I was so stupid as the thing with abuse the child does not know what is abuse or normal. I should have ran away but I don't know why I stayed? I left completely when moved into another abusive relationship which was not really better, I only escaped when I went to university and understood that it was wrong. Watching this video brought back so many memories as the same things he spoke about happened to me. Ive been single for a long time as I don't want to go through that again and have trouble forming relationships with anyone but Im happy with who I am. I will not mirror that sort of behaviour. My mother drank herself to death and died alone. It did not make me happy or sad, I have never been to the grave. Thank you for sharing as tyrannical mothers are more common than what you think. Who else is harbouring childhood abuse, I have not really told anyone about this as its in the past, but if a women exhibits any sort of behaviour that my mother did, im out of there!!!!!!

[@Frank-il3kt]

She twisted his twipples

[@hiessboy449]

This is one of saddest stories on the Internet

[@saadfadel4200]

Listen to the childstory of sinead o connor it's much sader than this

[@kyler1945]

bliss alfadeel not really

[@zzz3493]

I actually kinda cried at the end

[@HellonWheels777]

I don't know why we need to compare people's suffering, is suffering, no matter how many people have a sadder story. (Not calling anyone out, it's just something I see a lot of. )

[@MagicalGamer]

This is so sad 😞 stay strong man

[@Zeus32522]

Magical Gamer I didn't expect to see you here. I agree stay strong boogie! 💪

[@ryanmackenzie7651]

Dude that's so sad. 😭I'm so sorry to hear that you had a tough childhood.

[@cubanuba]

Just found your channel. As a mom this hurt me alot to hear this. You are soooo strong for sharing your story. 🔆

[@cptmuska]

Wow, boogie. You did that woman a favor. You made her comfortable when she needed you most. That is the kind of person you are.

[@ElijahRazemon]

Tomis Muska 💓💓💓💓💓💓💓👏😖

[@LloydWaldo]

Tomis Muska I don’t think I would have been so strong. I’ll never know.

[@dirtychinchilla]

We like you too, man. Thank you for sharing. I know I’ll never understand what you’ve been through, but if us listening helps then I’m sure we’re all here for you. I am.

[@Tigerric3]

this !!

[@zacharydemontigny9144]

Dont you mean "We love you too, man. Thank you for sharing. I know I’ll never understand what you’ve been through, but if us listening helps then I’m sure we’re all here for you. I am.

[@dirtychinchilla]

Bleepis I’m not sure that it matters

[@Jortyunofficial]

You being willing to even show up when she was dying, let alone to even forgive her, shows true value and depth as a person that I didn’t even think was possible. You have to be one of the strongest people. This really brought me to tears. I wish I could just give you a hug and tell you how inspiring you are. I really mean that

[@quantum5652]

Such a powerful story. So sorry this happened to you and your siblings. It reminds me quite a bit of the late Mark Lanegan’s story which he told in his incredible autobiography Sing Backwards and Weep. Wishing you good health and happiness man 💚🙏

[@tsonny1104]

Boogie standing up to his mom broke my heart in the best way, I just felt pain for somebody having to deal with that.

[@WhiteIce2112]

I know a lot of people would be like "I would have stood up" and shit. But we didn't grow up being abused, we are "normal." When he and many other people were growing up, they were different because of this abuse. Standing up to someone is impossible at times, and as he said he only did it by accident from reflex, realizing he actually COULD do something.

[@Lousigpi25]

You say you would stand up to her and it's easy to think I would do the same. However, when you put yourself in those shoes it's entirely different because you would have grown up differently and your brain would have developed differently. Yes I agree monsters like that should be taken away but it was also a different time. Nowadays if you went to most school all bruised and fucked up they would immediately know something is wrong and do something about it. So yeah it's easy to say you would just put that monster down, but you really can't know what you would do if the shoe was on the other foot. I'm just glad to see Boogie has broken that cycle of abuse and doesn't let it define the person he is today.

[@slyy5432]

Words can't express the sorrow for all of the pain you've gone through. But even if you do have mental and physical scars that may never go away, it's really awesome to see that you've turned into such a great person.

[@jamesn256]

This just makes me so grateful for my upbringing. I always take my parents for granted, and I beat myself up for it. Because I know there are people like Steven, who would've killed to have an upbringing like mine. The fact that he became this successful is incredible and shows that no matter what, you can become successful.

[@thewackywarden]

You dug your grave, Boogie. You lied about cancer. At this point, you can't expect anyone to trust you on anything anymore, even if by SOME chance you are telling the truth. I used to love your videos, and I was rooting for you. It hurts to see you fall this low, but you crossed the line, man. I beg you to seek professional help.

[@KSBN-CCB]

You act like faking cancer is the worst thing a KZbinr has done

[@thewackywarden]

@@KSBN-CCB I mean, obviously there is worse, but this is still pretty bad. I'm not here to compare what he did to, say, a KZbinr who turned out to be a groomer, rapist, or nazi, but lying about cancer and hiding behind that lie to scam people out of $10,000 is certainly low.

[@KSBN-CCB]

@@thewackywarden abused people learn to abuse, even though it's hard to believe him now because he consistently lies, but obviously he wasn't coddled or nothing. It sucks but I say people should just leave boogie alone already, he's a washed up KZbin legend and regardless of what he does now his legacy isn't going to fade away

[@AnonymousSilence-nd3zb]

​@@KSBN-CCBHell nah. As long as he's still on the podcast making money after all this, he 100% deserves to be clowned on by the Internet. Like Destiny mentioned, you don't get a redemption arc after doing something like this. That just isn't a thing that happens for people like Boogie.

[@gr33nb0nnie]

@@KSBN-CCB FR

[@CJLaw945]

I’m a 32 year old man who is a lorry driver. I have all the banter with the lads at work and would like to think I’ve got a strong soul, especially for my family and 3 year old daughter. But the ending of this clip.....I had to wipe my eyes. I’m glad you like who you are mate, I like who I am too, peace out brother 👍

[@donica42]

MarkXV You piece of sh!it...

[@percymelanson1187]

You know what man, whether or not anyone ever sees this comment that 13 and a half minute video I just watched will stick with me forever.

[@melissagayheart7716]

I just came to this channel and watched this video, wow..brought me to tears! You are a very strong person..and God bless you! ❤️❤️

[@g.g.2940]

I like you too! You’ve come full circle. Many walk alone into the fire...not many get to come through the other side and you’ve done that. Now just keep those flames at your back. But don’t let them chase you, they’re just behind you, you’re in charge. You were brave to tell your story so publicly, I still have nightmares. Hugs 💜

[@adnanabbas.]

I love this man

[@toothpickstickerbananas4914]

Adnan Abbas I love you...

[@YouTubeuser328]

Daniel Gannon I love you

[@toothpickstickerbananas4914]

Adnan Abbas bring it in bud... Hugs. *hugs*

[@Jmoorhouse716]

i love you bro

[@yuhyuh5674]

No homo tho

[@_sawbonz_]

Honestly you're such a calm and nice guy. Most people would have fought back by the age of 17, like straight up punch back to show dominance over the abuser. But you out of respect did not. Amazing.

[@dangulousmcskrungo9128]

i don't agree with that mentality at all, it does nothing but let people trample over you. Seriously it would've completely stopped the abuse years and years before it actually stopped

[@ElijahRazemon]

Sawbonz 💓💓💓💓💓👏👏

[@TowerHunter]

it's not any school abuse, when you grow up in family like this i believe it's so much harder, you see your brother abused, your sister abused when you are very young, then you grow up and you know they couldn't do nothing about it so you can't even think of fighting back, you are not mentally capable of such thing

[@_sawbonz_]

Dangulous McSkrungo I mean to be honest I agree with you. I was never in a situation like that... ever, but I probably would stand up for myself quite a bit more then he did. Even if it was my mother. This is why he amazes me to how calm and respectful he is. Because has so much of it that it even blows normal families away.

[@brentanton7466]

I feel like you lack self respect if you dont respect yourself though.

[@MK-cn6xo]

Lying about your parents like this is truly evil.

[@adwarriorlegend1]

It might not all be lies but a good amount of the abuse like with the dish soap thing and the whole twisting of T I P P L E S thing could very well be a lie

[@MikkoSimila]

​@@adwarriorlegend1well there is video from 15 years ago, where his mom cooks him dinner, while sitting on wheelchair and they talk about boogie2988 being on youtube, so his mom say that if can't make it, he is crazy.

[@MikkoSimila]

​@@adwarriorlegend1there was no evil mom in that video. Just normal everyday average eldery mom.

[@Almost_a_hero]

​@MikkoSimila to be fair abusers often but up a facade when they're on camera. Not saying Boogie is telling the truth just saying

[@m134h_7]

I would not be able to stand in front of one person and tell that story. But you with such a strong heart you told this to millions. Respect man, no one has ever mad me cry like this. Respect ✊

[@MalukahWithoutReverb]

Onward, Boogie.

[@davidtuley2219]

Malukah Without Reverb yes!

[@sirpepeofhousekek6741]

What an inspiration. If he could go through all that and survive, then there is no excuse for me letting my severe anxiety disorder control me.

[@Mrgranturismo4ever]

Yeah I thought I had it bad....

[@AsecasJavi]

Yeah, you can do it!

[@JohnnysHorrorShow89]

This man is so kind and caring that its heart braking to see him go through this and still make change for himself and for other.

[@Danstry]

Omg, the last minute was so powerful. I instantly shed a tear.