The Year that Changed me Forever

In this video I tell a story that I hold very close to me, about my battle with myself and alcohol throughout the lockdown era and beyond, and how I got sober. This is also an announcement that I will be returning to making videos and streaming as I'm in a much better head space. I hope you enjoy!
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Piano Mix: • EasyEardrums

[@cursed6125]

so glad youve turned ur life around bless up man

[@PancakeKnightBIII]

Rare British hospitality!?!?!?! 👀

[@ValerieGD]

Verify the sakuken cowled

[@zyphyr7767]

Good shit Brandon! Excited to see everything coming

[@Naylore]

thank you brandon, just for all, i watching you like 6 years and you're really cool person, I REALLY HOPE to see you more on this channel, good luck my man

[@deteriusGD]

I gotta say that I missed you, needless to say I'm happy about your return! You're a big inspiration even outside of GD and your content has helped me too. It's great to see you back and in good mood, it makes my life better. Also, Zodiac ain't got shit on you.

[@Aberrent]

Brandon, you don’t know me, but i have been an avid fan of your channel for years and i’ve always enjoyed your videos. Seeing the changes in your videos for me was saddening, including your worsening upload schedule that ultimately halted as a whole. From your twitter updates, I learned of your recovery and it couldn’t of made me happier. I am deeply impressed and very excited for the future. Your story as well has inspired me to consistently work out again and start my journey to becoming fit again. Thank you, Brandon, for indirectly helping me get my life back together. I hope you realize how much of a positive impact you make on others, including myself. Highest regards, A fellow Brandon Larkin enjoyer

[@RotaryMan1776]

Not alot of young men who recognise their addiction and turn it around, massive props to you Brandon

[@homegrowntag]

another upload lets gooooooo. this is very hype indeed

[@apxcrypha3516]

man was an avid fan back in the gd days, and out of the blue decided to rewatch some of ur old content and came across this. been suffering with heavy substance abuse myself over the last few years and havnt really had any motivation to stop it, even after the near ods and blackouts. this honestly has, u were such an inspiration to me back in the day, and here again u are inspiring me to better myself. so proud of how far youve come, as a youtuber but also as a person. u are truly one of a kind man.

[@UBJoey]

THE LEGEND HAS RETURNED 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@yunglamp]

i am very happy for you and i can't wait for the videos to return 🙏

[@dayadabu3028]

I’ve been watching this channel since 2016, always check in to see what’s up every now and again, this video is inspirational man, keep clean, and continue to collect your Ws my man

[@supermario5458]

We missed you so much Brandon ❤️

[@ouroya]

been with you since dragon force, your story is truly inspirational.

[@TeanMat]

i'm really happy for ya Brandon, it's so beautiful to see how has your life changed in such a short time!! i'll be here until the end! 🙂

[@mcjohngd3583]

Holy fuck man, I am so glad I found your Channel those 7 years ago, youre A great person and A big motivation not only for me but like for literally anyone that would watch this video XD Keep up the good work, we are proud of ya ;)

[@LITGMR]

I’m happy to see you back bro ❤

[@simside102]

Wow. Just wow. It's great to see you tell the story we as the viewer could only see parts of and imagine the rest, never grasping the severity. But most importantly I am glad you grew a better way. Funnily enough I went to work the first time last year to, to improve both physically and mentally, overall to better my lifestyle. We're all together in this and must learn from others and our past to rise. Great to see you back and smile again!

[@JarmezGD]

It’s not an easy thing to do to turn your life around but I’m so happy you’ve taken your time and improved things

[@fu4b3i4fjjbkj2]

Congrats Brandon, thanks for sharing your journey and congratulations on your new sources of joy.

[@RiceNstuff]

really awesome to see how you picked your life back up man, really inspirational stuff. can't wait to see what you have in store for us here on youtube!

[@SigSpammer]

Brandon I am so glad you could do it! Not many can pull themselves out of that spot. You did something truly remarkable.

[@beanable]

so happy to see u again (:

[@199dirtrider]

Congratulations on 8 months sober! And thank you for sharing this story with us. It's very inspiring how you eventually pulled through despite being on the fence for so long. I was on the fence for so long about my addictions and just recently started making strides towards recovery and hearing your story is heartwarming and motivating.

[@Supremeburritogaming]

Been watching you since pre bloodbath days, I grew up on you, I’m glad you’re becoming a better man and you’re growing as a person, I’ll always be here supporting you and I’m exicted for your return

[@bvnnxtt5081]

big love brandon. ur an inspiration

[@str1k3r98]

Super proud of you for this man, good job on turning your life around! Hope everything is gonna go well with Ocular Miracle!

[@q1uma]

The strength it takes to upload a video like this cannot be understated. Huge props to you Brandon! We’ll always support you, congrats on 8 months sober ❤

[@legomagic007_YT]

Glad to see u back

[@majesticgingy]

We are so proud of you Brandon, it takes a lot of courage and strength to own up to these things on a public platform. Happy to see that you're doing well man, stay safe and glad to have you back

[@GD_Angel]

New brandon larkin upload

[@austingd3493]

Super proud of you Brandon ❤ You look really healthy now ❤

[@stoop4017]

Welcome back. We've all missed you :)

[@Drummerstik]

So proud of u for overcoming some of life’s toughest challenges. You’re story is greatly inspiring to many people. Personally, you are my biggest inspiration for persevering in GD and starting to make my own content. GG on everything, and thank you.

[@Ninjacat9000Ilovebigfloppa]

No addiction can stop the GOAT forever 💪

[@CogMH]

pls take care of yourself bro, u really deserve it. You were my childhood. 😢

[@BraveBlitz]

I was just watching some of the videos on the channel a few days ago and I wondered if you were okay, I’m so happy you’re well and off the alcohol and vape stuff. I’ll be sure to pop in the twitch streams when I can!

[@paedin1290]

Glad to hear you're turning around in the good and the great for you and your health man. Happy to see you're doing well with the improvement you're making! You keep doing the best you can with what you do of enjoying yourself for the good and fun with it with! Can't wait to see what you do next. :) - ❤

[@roflel]

Big ups Brandon glad to see you back at your greatest 🔥 #BRANDONSWEEP

[@cloudman1145]

I definitely understand why you haven't uploaded anything for quite awhile. I'm also in university and man, i have to learn so much recently, i couldn't play gd in a while (i did play it during the winter vacation though). Also you trying to stay sober from a strong alcohol addiction is something to be proud of honestly (not for me though, cuz i don't drink)

[@Luktendo]

Really fucking inspirational! For years ive said ima start working out and shit and always something stopped me but now partially because of you im actually gonna pull through and get that six pack back! Big up Brandon you a legend Keep it up fam

[@alphy_ary7896]

Lotta respect for you kidda

[@Dommy6262]

I ❤Brandon, proud of you man awesome video

[@alfiegarbo0974]

Brandon I’m proud your sober you are a legend

[@infinap]

amazing job brandon!

[@nl_shorty]

Glad to see you back Brandon!

[@chaz69]

congrats brandon

[@kit9837]

Big respect to you

[@vanlr]

❤️❤️ its been a long road since 2019

[@onetakedayy-]

🐐👑💪🏽 brandon larkin is officially HIM

[@liammcentee8765]

An upload less gooo

[@v.d.7474]

just when we needed him he came back

[@marcinulrych9283]

Great video, really inspirational!

[@pulsar2049]

You're a chad brandon, and you've inspired me to not drink when I grow older lol.

[@milkyplayzfn]

I fucking love you brandon, keep GOING ❤❤❤

[@viktorolsson1149]

Hello legend

[@CannonBallBluey]

Inspirational

[@OrcaHedron]

BIG UP

[@ohsnarp8958]

I missed you man

[@Dashing_]

i genuinely missed you dude. you are a really awesome content creator and i can't wait to see you making videos/streams again, as i'm sure the whole community is excited too. :)

[@Hiati07GD]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@saiph8007]

👑

[@ohsnarp8958]

Hi Brandon ☺️

[@MAGNETE666]

you were already missed But if I also have an ugly story about that year

[@st.markkanen8796]

da keeng

[@milkyplayzfn]

I’m first

[@lucianosaavedra8878]

Words cannot describe how much of an inspiration you are Brandon. You are the living proof that self-improvement and overcoming your addictions is not easy, but with hard work, dedication and discipline it can easily be executed properly. Keep up the hard work man, we'll all support you no matter what.

[@tuggy8861]

We're all proud of you man, it's always nice to see that someone you've always enjoyed watching and almost look up to in a way making big improvements to their life. Keep pushing man 💪❤

[@slygreenyt]

Very proud man, super happy to hear that your life is headded in the right direction, we all love and support you man ❤️❤️

[@luckycaster2435]

what you’ve done is what most of us wish to do but never end up actually changing anything, cheers for being an inspiring man

[@GameWaveDank]

I'M SO PROUD OF YOU BRANDON

[@rubrum_p]

Glad you’re doing better and it your progress from being a drunken mess to a physically and financially strong individual will be motivation for hundreds. can’t wait to see where you go next 💪 see you on twitch We love you ❤️

[@slowcartridge]

gg man! im really proud of you actually not ruining your life drinking alcohol and vaping. ive always tried to help people that are actually just ruining their own life and not getting any progress in life. well, for you. I never knew you were drinking, cuz im pretty new to your youtube. i found you because of evw. so, congrats man! keep up the good work! i also saw that you didnt upload a video for literal 5 months, but i now see. at the end of the day, everything depends on your choices in life. big W from me for improving yourself! please never attempt again drinking because overall it will ruin your life again. good luck with ocular miracle, brandon!

[@fraiserlynch1744]

So proud of you man. Addiction is something everyone will suffer with in their life time however is simultaneously something few amount of people are able to come to terms with and speak up about and even fewer people are able to turn their life around in such a way you have. Seeing you overcome such a monumental hurdle in your life journey is truly inspiring. Thank you so much Brandon for exemplifying the power oneself has over their future and that even the most intimidating of problems in our life are capable of being overcome with enough dedication. Happy new year!

[@jeppgd5183]

Bless you Brandon. What an inspiring story, and what an achievement coming sober, and changing. I have definitely gained a whole new layer of respect, and it’ll be awesome seeing you continue making content.

[@UBJoey]

First?

[@SubStra]

Good job Brandon

[@g_pineapple6136]

OUUUU LAKREEN WE LOVE YOU

[@mathieu_jacob]

Welcome back Brandon OUUUUUUU

[@shoguy494]

I almost cried hearing you say that you quit alcohol, that was the only thing I wanted you to quit so we can see you being yourself and give us many laughs and entertainment without being mentally broken. So proud of you man! Also getting a job where you get enough money is really great to hear! I wish you a great future and am happy to say WELCOME BACK REAL OG!

[@K0RUSHI]

I'm so fucking happy for you.

[@roflcopterrawr]

what an inspirational video. i’m honestly so damn happy that you dug yourself out of that hole and you made things better for yourself. i can’t wait to see what brand new videos and music you release in 2023. keep up the awesome work goat 💜🐐

[@emirassvilpa2705]

congratulations to you bro, stay strong, stay based!

[@ibis3065]

I am so happy for you. Looking forward to your streams!

[@kingdart999]

Turning your entire mental state around is ironically one of the hardest things one could ever do, very happy you are better now :)

[@xspeedphreek9952]

I'm very glad that you got over your addiction. It's really not an easy thing! I'm watching you since 2016 so i'm very hyped for future streams. Take care bro!

[@thentrix]

I’m so proud of how far you’ve come bro, it’s great to see how much better you’re doing :)

[@ideac.]

Happy new year Brandom im glad that you are doing better Ill be turning 18 in 3 months and hopefully ill avoid drinking and smoking (im not even interested in it too) so i can have a good and fun adulthood I still have my problems and addictions and im trying, kind of.

[@RigenixGD]

It’s nice to let out your problems and your personal journey you’ve been having so far to you viewers =)

[@ShindaWawa_]

Your journey is incredibly inspiring and motivational. I’m so glad you’re doing well nowadays and your story will sit with me as I attempt to change my life going forward. Incredible work man, we’re all so proud of you. Brandon always wins!

[@GDFear]

Congrats on 8 months of sobriety! You are and have always been a great content creator that I have looked up to and this story really gives a lot more reason for that. We are all very happy that you are back no matter how long it took! Can't wait for your first stream back! ♥♥♥

[@scottshardlow522]

Absolute legend but you know what you still have a way to go KEEP FUCKING PUSHING brother love ya glad to see you back :)

[@RealJadeBond]

Brandon you are a bloody legend, you are so inspirational as a youtuber and person, and I’m so glad you were able to self-improve, it’s only up from here! :D

[@GD_J0E]

Let's fucking go Brandon

[@aliixgd6318]

9:06 YOOOOO WTF MAN!!!???? Your videos have made me feel a lot less alone in my life thank u so much

[@gamerdude1307]

im so glad your back brandon, I was getting a bit worried, also glad your off that shit

[@CraftIP]

HYPE Thanks for giving us the time to get ready :trollface:

[@cyphenec512]

made my day and i literally just woke up, proud of you man

[@dissmo706]

largest G ive ever seen come out of a W... GW brandan largkin...

[@GeometryDashMegaMan]

Dang man I had no idea about all of this. I remember a lot of what you said about being burned out during your Delta Interface streams and this really puts a lot of that into perspective. Really glad you were able to bounce back

[@gamerdude1307]

actually a really entertaining video, also once again im proud brotha