AN ALCOHOLIC INTERVIEWS HIS ADDICTIONOLOGIST DAD (He Said I Could Ask Him Anything...)

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  • @paulthomasmd
    @paulthomasmd 6 років тому +45

    The "The Addiction Summit" has been one of the greatest passion projects of my entire life. I have dedicated everything to it over that past few months and I have no doubt it's going to change lives. Addiction has impacted my life more then I can say and I want everyone who is struggling with any type of addiction to get free like I have. -Dr. Paul

    • @jordanharris8928
      @jordanharris8928 6 років тому

      paulthomasmd Kind of off the subject but do you have an opinion on the new sublocade shot versus sublingual Suboxone

    • @kristinreynolds577
      @kristinreynolds577 6 років тому +1

      I’m so glad that you guys did this! I’ve purchased it so that I can watch it over and over. Thank you for putting in the work to do this summit! Can’t wait to watch it!

  • @tilerf308
    @tilerf308 6 років тому +7

    You have a wonderful dad Noah!

  • @birdmanG6843
    @birdmanG6843 6 років тому +5

    Noah, I know you’re channels picture is of you looking down after recovering from a hard set but have you ever thought of putting a more up and straight faced happy pick to represent your current outlook on your life? Keep up the great work and thank you for what you do. Subscriber from the beginning.

    • @bignoknow
      @bignoknow  6 років тому

      birdmanG6843 what an incredible idea!!!!

  • @MissAdamLambert888
    @MissAdamLambert888 6 років тому

    As someone who dreams of being a Therapist, this was VERY eye opening and such an honest and humble discussion. Thank you for sharing !

  • @pmbluemoon
    @pmbluemoon 6 років тому

    My worst "drunk" was when I threw up all over my friend's bed; the last thing I heard was "You need to chew your food better" and I woke up the next day, a 3 day hangover; and even though my hair was astoundingly shiny; said "You're still drunk, I thought I lost you to alcohol poisoning". That was when I was 19 years old. The stories we have are amazing, like "HOW are we still here" type stories. Thank you for sharing these, it helps people like me realize what goes into recovery aside from being taken away and sequestered from life and for those first few days before the evaluation of "ARE you or AREN'T YOU??"

  • @justmc9
    @justmc9 6 років тому +2

    Noah's thighs though.... :p

  • @bignoknow
    @bignoknow  6 років тому +1

    REGISTER TO WATCH "THE ADDICTION SUMMIT" FOR FREE: healthaffiliate.center/23653-37.html
    This Summit is the real deal and actually helped save my life when I was trying to get sober in April. Please check it out and share this amazing event. Also shout out to my dad for coming on the channel as a medical professional who is still currently practicing medicine and getting real. He admitted to so stuff most doctors NEVER WOULD and that bad A$$. He truly has a heart of gold guys and I am honored to have him as my dad.

  • @montanalewis2011
    @montanalewis2011 6 років тому +17

    I love how honest and open the two of you are.

  • @SickBoy353
    @SickBoy353 6 років тому +14

    Your dad is a badass

  • @GodlyEddy
    @GodlyEddy 5 років тому +5

    NO WAY hes 61, WOW. Looks like late early/late 40s, thats just mind blowing. Hes looking very good!

  • @user-tv6bv4ot1f
    @user-tv6bv4ot1f 5 років тому +3

    Awesome Father / Son convo. So cool to watch. 👍

  • @bonniebunny25
    @bonniebunny25 6 років тому +5

    Awesome human beings👏🏽👏🏽 Thank you.

  • @George_Tropicana
    @George_Tropicana 4 роки тому +2

    Dr. Paul is your dad?!!! 🤯

  • @kitemett
    @kitemett 6 років тому +10

    Your Dad has a full head of hair?

    • @bignoknow
      @bignoknow  6 років тому +9

      I know right!! What kind of crap is that lol.

    • @triple_jay_production
      @triple_jay_production 5 років тому +1

      bignoknow I heard hair is via the mother’s side 👀

  • @nicolelira714
    @nicolelira714 6 років тому +3

    You and your father are awesome together. What a great bond you share. I found your videos awhile back because my husband was diagnosed with low test and I wanted to learn more about it. He also suffers from alcohol addiction. Thank you guys for the great content. I will forward the video to my husband ❤

  • @jaybird6034
    @jaybird6034 6 років тому +2

    Awesome guys thank you

  • @kelsey9602
    @kelsey9602 6 років тому +1

    This was an amazing interview. My dad is an alcoholic, and it seems like my mom is becoming one. I'm going to try and get them to watch this. I know they won't change unless they want to, but maybe this can help them in some way.

  • @bipedalprimate1927
    @bipedalprimate1927 4 роки тому

    good video, thanks

  • @TheCpmerrill
    @TheCpmerrill 6 років тому

    Awesome video, really needed it today. I have almost 5 months clean but woke up with cravings today. Idk, just in a bad space right now. Definitely will check out the summit

  • @sirtibb
    @sirtibb 6 років тому

    Noah, when you relapsed with drinking did it affect your mental problems like depression and depersonalization. Long time fan and your videos are one of my tools that help me with my depression. This video was well done. You my friend are the willingness that we pray for. If Noah can do it so can l. Big props to your dad. Much love.

  • @jomont5773
    @jomont5773 6 років тому

    All plugged in for "The Addiction Summit". We can never get enough good information as we trudge away...and the destination is indeed a happy one. Sure beats the hell out of the very hell of the path of addiction. Honesty is the key, and the humility to tell that truth. You have both mastered that and it's addictive, as are meetings for that same reason. Go where you will hear the truth as the truth really WILL set you free. Love what you both are doing. So proud to have met you Noah, on a few occasions and to know you, Paul, where we go to feed our recovery. Bravo to you both! I feel blessed in both of those aspects. T'aint we the lucky ones?

  • @zikko14
    @zikko14 6 років тому

    i have a problem myself and youre videos help me keep it up brother! :)

  • @truthinrevolt6843
    @truthinrevolt6843 5 років тому

    i have multiple years clean and sober and you are STILL an inspiration!!!!! keep fighting and In Lak'ech

  • @dreg2656
    @dreg2656 6 років тому

    That's awesome that you have a dad who truly understands what you're going through. I wish I could say the same for myself. I can't stay sober for the life of me, the boredom is too strong plus mental conditions anyway I'm glad you're doing well man keep it up.

  • @HeathReeder
    @HeathReeder 6 років тому

    @paulthomasmd @bignoknow Is there a way to still watch for free, or is it just free whne it was actually occurring live? thanks

  • @cakesinthecity
    @cakesinthecity 5 років тому

    Im binge watching you today, i so needed this! N i adore the relationship between you two! That’s the openness I’d love between my kids and I when they’re older.

  • @guitarreilly
    @guitarreilly 6 років тому +1

    Your dad looks great

  • @susanwebb1666
    @susanwebb1666 6 років тому

    FANTASTIC VIDEO, n great you n your father doing very well

  • @MsRosirosi
    @MsRosirosi 6 років тому

    Loved this interview!! You are helping so many people!! Two awesome people

  • @shelleystojsavljevic155
    @shelleystojsavljevic155 6 років тому

    Love u both. U have helped me through so much. And your both fit! 😘

  • @roxannemcconachy
    @roxannemcconachy 5 років тому

    this is very helpful. you both are inspiring.

  • @sheilab6380
    @sheilab6380 5 років тому

    Really enjoyed watching this

  • @popularhits2175
    @popularhits2175 6 років тому

    Hey Noah your doing great. Keep up the good work.

  • @Sunshowers902
    @Sunshowers902 6 років тому

    Hey bro

  • @kitemett
    @kitemett 6 років тому +1

    Damn, my liver functions have been high for 6 years and I'm still drinking. :( fml

  • @elflauta1
    @elflauta1 6 років тому +2

    Love your dad and I also have many stories...I'm sitting here broken because you said more with your dad that I did in the entire 42 years that we had together.

  • @SilverScreenJean
    @SilverScreenJean 6 років тому

    This was great- you need to have your Dad on again, he was great! The two of you make a great team :-)