Unmasking Addiction | Michael Quinn | TEDxRutgers

As an undergraduate student at Pennsylvania State University, Michael Quinn fell into a dangerous pathway that many college students fall victim to as he became addicted to drugs. Now after a few years of being clean, Michael shares his story of addiction, rehabilitation and freedom. Michael Quinn, a current senior that transferred to Rutgers in the fall of 2021. On campus, Michael is involved with acting, community service, and mental health advocacy. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@jimcallahan3319]

You're developing into a brave, authentic and honest young man. I'm humbled to have had the honor to listen to you speak

[@johnholmes3584]

The answer is love, connection and bonding with others. When this is missing in your life, we turn to other things like drugs and booze.

[@BJM617]

Thank you so much for telling your story. I could relate to so much of it and fought back tears while listening. I took am still unmasking myself to find who I truly am.

[@hp4joynlife]

Stay sober, stay close to God, stay honest, one day at a time.

[@kyle4732]

Thank you for sharing your story. It’s so similar to mine. Thank u for your courage

[@TonyRome402]

Thank you for sharing your story, I think you are going to make it.

[@drewwithau5]

This is a great story and a great TEDx !!

[@soulsis23]

Thank you Michael. I am also in recovery. Your story inspires me. ❤

[@bigfootartist7411]

Thank you for sharing your message. Many blessings to you.

[@user-jh8uc7gv8b]

proud of you legend!

[@user-sp1ot1kx1n]

Michael, I am proud of you. You were a good kid and are a good person. Keep working it….my thoughts and prayers are with you!

[@user-mk4vn6lg7k]

Beautifully spoken and thoughtful

[@jonny19757]

Huge

[@CarlyDeCerce]

🥲

[@Cjj1523]

this was the best ..