Recovering Fentanyl and Crystal Meth Addict-Sid (follow up)

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  • @SidPhillips666
    @SidPhillips666 Місяць тому +331

    Here checking in. Almost 9 months sober and engaged to the LOVE OF MY LIFE (to clarify definitely not max) our relationship was toxic and codependent from both sides. And we needed each other at the time but we’re NOT MEANT TO BE. Just to clarify for the comments who wanna “ship” me and max back together or some shit. Max is my friend and we are on good terms but it will never be more than that. I’m working to build a life worth living with someone worth living it with. Thank you for your support and to the naysayers you can shit in your hands and clap. Your negativity only motivates me me further 🤘🏻

    • @TheRealDoodz
      @TheRealDoodz Місяць тому +13

      Fuck yeah . Being from Milwaukee , and especially knowing the scene, I’ve heard stories like yours , I’ve known addicts and I just can’t believe you’re at where you are. Keep crushing this shit 🤘you’re beating the statistics

    • @babala5760
      @babala5760 Місяць тому +5

      We clean up good right?

    • @sunshine91671
      @sunshine91671 Місяць тому +8

      I'm glad you and Max are on good terms. And I am glad you have moved on to a (hopefully) healthier relationship.
      I am so happy to hear you are doing so well! I hope Max is also.
      Continued prayers and the best vibes for healing and sobriety to you! I don't know you but loved seeing this update! Keep fighting!

    • @SidPhillips666
      @SidPhillips666 Місяць тому +1

      @@sunshine91671 absolutely my fiancé has 5 years in recovery and pushes me to do better. Im currently working 2 jobs and I’ll have 9 months on the 30th of October

    • @MackenzieNerdyEMT
      @MackenzieNerdyEMT Місяць тому +4

      Im genuinely proud of you! You both look and sound like a whole new person and thats amazing. I wish you nothing but the absolute best. Also is that a black flag tattoo?

  • @donnaphillips6864
    @donnaphillips6864 6 місяців тому +999

    He has battled and relapsed some, it’s a struggle and a marathon as many are well aware. I am pleased beyond words to say he’s 110+ days sober now and doing very well. So proud of him and thankful he’s still fighting!

    • @caitlinbailiefitness1695
      @caitlinbailiefitness1695 6 місяців тому +16

      What an accomplishment 👏 from a mom to a mom, I can't imagine the pride you must feel in his determination. Wishing him only the best in his recovery. It will be a lifelong challenge but he is strong.

    • @kayD1109
      @kayD1109 6 місяців тому +2

      That's amazing!!! ❤❤

    • @allisonegan8782
      @allisonegan8782 6 місяців тому +21

      I had a few days here and there, but now I'm at 7 years. He can do it. He's young, hell I'm young lol. He has his whole life ahead of him!

    • @coleenchapin8902
      @coleenchapin8902 6 місяців тому +8

      Keep going to the places where they are happy to have a place at the table just waiting for you♡ Coleen C. Recovering addict

    • @karena9070
      @karena9070 6 місяців тому +7

      Thanks for keeping us up to date!

  • @donnaphillips6864
    @donnaphillips6864 Рік тому +4146

    That’s my boy!!! I am so proud and happy for you man. I am grateful for so many people who have partnered across the country to love and support my son in so many ways. To Max Moon for loving him and saving his life numerous times … even in breaking his heart you saved him! And I know you 2 will always be bonded together. Amy, Levi … you were so gracious and we thank you. CJ Bell you helped me help him in so many ways and your friendship has always meant so much to him I know. And to all the rehab super heroes especially @ New Origins and Profound Healing I am forever grateful. But his heart, his endurance and resilience is what impresses me the most. Thank you God for this young man and all that is ahead of him now. Keep up the good fight day by day. We love you beyond words… to infinity and beyond♥️♥️♥️

  • @staceywashington3580
    @staceywashington3580 6 місяців тому +180

    He is seriously handsome out of addiction. You could tell he was smart cookie. I'm so happy for him. I'm doing a detox starting in 2 days. I want what he has again. Please God help me get to 1 week let alone 30 days. Love seeing this.

    • @carlyfries8754
      @carlyfries8754 4 місяці тому

      Any update? I'm going through it trying to get sober and it helps to hear other people made it so i hope you did truly. I know how hard it is.

    • @Salt_and_ash
      @Salt_and_ash 3 місяці тому

      @@carlyfries8754any update on you?
      Hope you’re both doing well

    • @zeynepkubraaksu8090
      @zeynepkubraaksu8090 2 місяці тому

      @@carlyfries8754 I quit smoking and it's been more than 3 years. You can achieve your goals. Stay focused and strong because you are capable if you want to be.

    • @indecent0079
      @indecent0079 2 місяці тому

      @@carlyfries8754there is an update a few hours ago ☝🏻

    • @Lizabethmoore-ow6mw
      @Lizabethmoore-ow6mw 2 місяці тому +1

      Best of luck to you!!!

  • @limayaden8458
    @limayaden8458 Рік тому +586

    Watching this during withdrawals , looking at the transformation is giving me strength to go on.

    • @Batterup153
      @Batterup153 9 місяців тому +45

      I’m watching this right now while I’m kicking as well.. I’m hoping I make it.. I hope you do to..

    • @nunyabusiness9773
      @nunyabusiness9773 9 місяців тому +20

      You are strong. Don’t give up

    • @philjeffrey840
      @philjeffrey840 9 місяців тому +16

      i hope you both make it

    • @DeeP-_PerspectivE
      @DeeP-_PerspectivE 8 місяців тому +23

      @@Batterup153 I just kicked fetty for the 100th time a week ago or so and i feel so much better. So glad i got through it and decided to stop again.. hopefully for good. Stick with it!

    • @Crazyroller92
      @Crazyroller92 8 місяців тому +2

      YOU GOT THIS JUST STICK WITH IT 🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @Morbbid3
    @Morbbid3 Рік тому +340

    I got sober out of spite. Everyone in the detox center doubted me and here I am pushing 3 years sober.

    • @paulacastello5436
      @paulacastello5436 5 місяців тому +7

      You sound like me

    • @Equus004
      @Equus004 5 місяців тому +4

      👊👊!!!

    • @kylerBD
      @kylerBD 5 місяців тому +10

      Spite is by far the most powerful motivator for some

    • @abeltesfaye_
      @abeltesfaye_ 5 місяців тому +3

      Proud of you!!! ❤️

    • @abeltesfaye_
      @abeltesfaye_ 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@paulacastello5436 Congratulations on your sobriety, I'm SO happy for you 💜

  • @izzysmomtattoos8274
    @izzysmomtattoos8274 Рік тому +1347

    He's not joking he literally looks like a different person. So happy for him, I hope he continues to do well!!

    • @monehanagan5210
      @monehanagan5210 Рік тому +1

      Please don't
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    • @doncarleone973
      @doncarleone973 Рік тому +1

      Most definitely! I barely recognized him! I'm so happy for him

    • @j_rainsgoat3929
      @j_rainsgoat3929 Рік тому

      I couldn't find the first interview.

    • @themountainradio
      @themountainradio Рік тому +1

      @@monehanagan5210 Lots of people need to specify that they aren't using metaphores nowadays for some reason.

    • @davidjameschamberlain
      @davidjameschamberlain Рік тому +1

      ​@@j_rainsgoat3929 First interview was with his partner Max as well

  • @77D777
    @77D777 Рік тому +766

    Great interview! 288 days clean and sober today from fentanyl myself! So glad to be here.

    • @leosunrising
      @leosunrising Рік тому +8

      Good going! I’m proud of you, for real. That’s a hard one to kick.

    • @77D777
      @77D777 Рік тому

      @@leosunrising hey thanks I appreciate it I gotta little youtube channel goin myself called Fentanyl Anonymous if you wanna check it out.

    • @mellymel3292
      @mellymel3292 Рік тому +3

      You are so brave!!

    • @rpierce7004
      @rpierce7004 Рік тому +2

      Oh Wow! That’s great 😊

    • @fuzzylogics139
      @fuzzylogics139 Рік тому +2

      ❤💛💚

  • @andrewlavallee3519
    @andrewlavallee3519 Рік тому +1092

    I met Sid last night at a punk gig in NYC. He was hangin with my friend Flip and he introduced me. Its a small punk rock world and it seems like Sid’s doing great.

    • @Phenobarbidoll24
      @Phenobarbidoll24 Рік тому +17

      That’s awesome! I follow him on IG, he does look healthy and happy!!

    • @piisamikiisseli
      @piisamikiisseli Рік тому +10

      I'd like to follow him as well. How to find him on IG?

    • @jacopo4103
      @jacopo4103 Рік тому +3

      @@piisamikiisseli did you find him? I was searching for him too!

    • @shermsmoke
      @shermsmoke Рік тому +6

      What's his IG?

    • @MrWorld46
      @MrWorld46 Рік тому

      He’s racist.

  • @danaezevely4150
    @danaezevely4150 Рік тому +234

    No way. I saw this and immediately teared up. You have strangers who rooted for you when they saw that first video, and are still rooting for you now. Awesome work, Sid.

  • @1428monsterdrink
    @1428monsterdrink Рік тому +586

    I paused the video half way through to contact my addictions counsellor (haven’t spoken to her in over a month) to ask her about a inpatient program. I’m glad to see you are doing better, Sid! This video really gave me that little bit of hope I needed today

  • @thomasconti3536
    @thomasconti3536 Рік тому +429

    Recovering meth, fentanyl, and alcoholic here sitting on five years. I can't tell you the elation I feel when I saw this video of Sid. Night and day. I wish a lot of my old crew made it but unfortunately we don't get to choose the path of others in our lives. Stay strong Sid, you have a good future ahead of you.

    • @amberforcen1177
      @amberforcen1177 Рік тому

      How did you get sobor ? Cold Turkey ?

    • @thomasconti3536
      @thomasconti3536 Рік тому +11

      @@amberforcen1177 I went to rehab and they introduced me to a 12 step program. Me being desperate enough I decided to give it a shot. For me personally, it wasn't only the best decision I made in my life; it also saved it.

    • @chadspencer2300
      @chadspencer2300 Рік тому +2

      Keep going bro, proud of you !

    • @MChionchio
      @MChionchio 10 місяців тому +1

      I’m so proud of you!

    • @supermeansadie6753
      @supermeansadie6753 5 місяців тому +1

      Same bro. I don’t even know how I’m still alive but my crew has lost many members as well. Even up into recent years and we are all in our 40s now. Addiction is something you have to fight always. There will always be a tendency to become addicted again to something…

  • @lepetitecherie
    @lepetitecherie Рік тому +452

    I rarely comment but i'm so blown away by this transformation. Oh my God I'm rooting for him so hard!

    • @ewetn1
      @ewetn1 Рік тому +5

      I quite literally can't believe it's the same person. Genuinely i feel like this is an actor..... They just can't be the same person?????????
      If it is, it truly shows ANYONE can turn it around, even the worst of the worst and the most gone of the most gone.

  • @Currency999
    @Currency999 Рік тому +133

    I’ve just reached 50 days clean from heroin . I was using 2 grams a day and tried hundreds of times to cold turkey and always relapsed and started back again after , I’m now on methadone and I can see a way out at last . Super glad I made this change because I’m still young and already wasted so much time and money on drugs and shitty people

    • @MrJuka92
      @MrJuka92 Рік тому

      How are you man? I hope youre keeping up the good work! You got it!

    • @emlem576
      @emlem576 Рік тому

      Well done! That’s incredible! 👏

    • @SuperShellyRain
      @SuperShellyRain 11 місяців тому +4

      Methadone can be a life saver! My dad was on it for years and it helped him stay safe for the remainder of his life. It truthfully helped him live a beautiful life

    • @jacobjacob8381
      @jacobjacob8381 11 місяців тому +1

      never to late dude u got it

    • @aliwooz913
      @aliwooz913 4 місяці тому

      We have the same stories. In my head im like yeah ill taper using dope and get clean. NOPE was still doing 1.5-2g a day nasally. Started methadone at 60mg now and my usage , cravings all of that is down tremendously. MMT works if you work it...@currency999

  • @annapetrella4881
    @annapetrella4881 Рік тому +82

    "Addiction doesn't discriminate." So proud of you Sid. Wherever you are now, keep your head held high. You are loved and unbelievably strong.

    • @andrijastojcic5695
      @andrijastojcic5695 10 місяців тому +2

      He sure is loved, but why do people call him strong? He's a drug addict by choice and said hes a "scumbag when I'm using". He doesn't need your help or kind words he has everything he wants. Hes incredibly lucky. Like incredibly. His actions had 0 consequences.

    • @ThingsILikke
      @ThingsILikke 7 місяців тому +1

      Sure it does- it discriminates against anyone stupid enough to seek out contraband. Making like drugs broke into his house and forced him to take them

    • @garethedwards5436
      @garethedwards5436 5 місяців тому +1

      You dont understand addiction ​@@ThingsILikke

  • @DonnyBoozy
    @DonnyBoozy Рік тому +544

    This interview got me choked up. Soooo damn happy to see that transformation. Gives people hope! I’ve been clean from fentanyl for about 4 months now. This channel and these interviews might have very well saved my life, and many others. Love your life!

    • @pakilee87
      @pakilee87 Рік тому +6

      Omg me too I just teared up but they were tears of joy. The story of human resilience always gets me.

    • @cosworthTV
      @cosworthTV Рік тому +4

      still sober?

    • @susiequsie1980
      @susiequsie1980 Рік тому +9

      Sober or not we love you and u matter. Keep the faith.

    • @billieseyelashes
      @billieseyelashes Рік тому +1

      we all believe in you, you got this!

    • @andreaeady8000
      @andreaeady8000 Рік тому +1

      Keep it up!! I’m at 4 years off coke & fentanyl- I was a 20 year user - you are living your best years - soooo proud of you!!

  • @littlems.tries-to-fix-it6270
    @littlems.tries-to-fix-it6270 Рік тому +187

    Addictions counselling and podcasting are PERFECT for him!! He’s an eloquent speaker I love listening to him talk.

  • @tamiarodriguez3730
    @tamiarodriguez3730 Рік тому +348

    So inspiring 😭 63 days sober for me and I love seeing this thank you for the motivation !

    • @jayedii3791
      @jayedii3791 Рік тому +2

      Congratulations! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @loona7126
      @loona7126 Рік тому +2

      Hope you are doing well!

    • @blancamheyman3183
      @blancamheyman3183 Рік тому

    • @RiM-q5d
      @RiM-q5d Рік тому

      Keep going!!! I dont know you but I am proud asf of you!!!

    • @timothyearles2352
      @timothyearles2352 Рік тому

      Congratulations. We can recover. You just have to want it. Nobody can force someone to get clean till they’re ready. I’m also in recovery. Just remember 1day at a time. Shit some days I have to go 1 hour at a time. If you stumble don’t give up. Just get up and keep going.

  • @mksu2991
    @mksu2991 5 місяців тому +36

    Love this interview, I'm also an addict named Max. Grew up in the punk house/hardcore music scene too. Got estranged by everyone due to drugs. It's been a decade. Keep going Sid, you really got this! Ain't nothing stronger than a level headed, motivated person in recovery who has been through it for real for real. I lost all my veins and almost my arm a few years ago. Got an abscess just from a pimple I scratched off too, ended up in urgent care 2 days in a row just lancing abscesses. Insanity we used to live. I appreciate you Sid, as well as you Mark and SWU for the great work you do. Peace

    • @HeartandHustleBeauty
      @HeartandHustleBeauty 5 місяців тому

      Stay strong bro. You’re awesome.

    • @mollyswanner1607
      @mollyswanner1607 4 місяці тому

      If I can ask,,,the pimple/strep connection,,,is it typical among users?
      I hope you Stay well

  • @nicolemickle1851
    @nicolemickle1851 Рік тому +103

    This makes me so happy. The first interview with Max and Sid truly frightened me. There is hope. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. I have 16 years clean. There is always a way out.

  • @metalheart3334
    @metalheart3334 Рік тому +81

    Man I wish this guy nothing but the best.I hope he continues on the road to recovery.His first video could be a powerful testimony to help so many others.

  • @jw3842
    @jw3842 Рік тому +243

    30 days rehab is not usually long enough. You deserve a chance to have a much longer stay. You took years to get as bad as you were. It takes so much support to make it.

    • @ohsilveronewithattitude6819
      @ohsilveronewithattitude6819 Рік тому +25

      I totally agree. 30 days barely gets them thru the physical addiction. Outpatient is not helpful if you are only 30 days out and have to get a job, along with all the other requirements if your family is not willing to devote their time to help you. The mental pressure is huge. Like u said it took years to get to this addiction journey, not living a normal life in my case, my grandson has no clue how to live a “normal” life. What is a normal life in his mind? Addiction? Of course it is and the struggle continues.

    • @EnterGoldenAge
      @EnterGoldenAge Рік тому +16

      @@maxkiller2738 i was a bit concerned about the big-ups for 30 days clean when he says he's been clean and relapsed before. of course we'd get shot down for saying so, cos it's so tentative when someone's on this path isn't it? one wrong word at the wrong time and it's back down below zero. so your point about ethically keeping sid's recovery under wraps for at least 6 months is fair. i also got a bit of 'ryan leone' vibes regarding making a thing of his recovery to help others, I feel it's maybe a bit early for that and he's rushing his exposure. how are you now? are you clean? sending good vibes.

    • @giatasha2181
      @giatasha2181 Рік тому +33

      @Broski Snowski no. They are clean when the don’t use. There is no yearly quota needed. Well done to this man

    • @jw3842
      @jw3842 Рік тому +6

      @Handsome Griz It’s more complicated than that.

    • @MarioGomez-nd2mx
      @MarioGomez-nd2mx Рік тому +2

      I think being in a impatient sould be no less than a year. The hard part is when your out of rehab and learn life all over again.

  • @blissiimo2064
    @blissiimo2064 Рік тому +479

    Im holding my breath for him to make it longtime. To surface from the darkest, darkest depth of addiction in the blackest of places - has to be the longest journey from A to Z. Sid, don't make it an option to go back. Calm your jets, keep it real and keep moving forward. You got this dude.

    • @TingTingalingy
      @TingTingalingy Рік тому +1

      ​@redxpen what's your experience on addiction and what you claim?

    • @onepartyroule
      @onepartyroule Рік тому

      +1

    • @dirtypatwalsh
      @dirtypatwalsh Рік тому +4

      I’m a dilaudid addict for about the last 20 years. I had them “sold” to me by my doctor and was on it for a bunch of years and then Canada did the same thing pretty much. No more prescriptions for opiates and no more raising the dose for patients on narcotics. So basically I’ve been on the same dose for 15 years and now it doesn’t kill my physical pain it just keeps me from getting sick for most of the day now. Trouble is I need it for chronic intestinal and back pain…damned if I do etc…most of my friends also went to heroin and now fettie. I never did but it’s tempting sometimes.

    • @emf3391
      @emf3391 Рік тому +3

      @redxpen .. i met this couple whom claimed that they are functioning meth addicts whom they said the court awarded back to them parental of their two little children. I don't believe people last long functioning while using meth, especially when children are at risk, it takes money to keep the 8-ball rolling to satisfy their high, without it surely anything will break that so called functionality, and it is the children who suffer the most, or either grow ammune to that lifestyle of drugs, alcohol etc.. I knew too many friends who been there and back.

    • @Xyz46786
      @Xyz46786 Рік тому +4

      @@TingTingalingywhy does she have to tell you? Keep scrolling bro

  • @sarahjoemama1990
    @sarahjoemama1990 8 місяців тому +181

    We need another update on Sid and Max please!!!!

    • @tonifitz6831
      @tonifitz6831 5 місяців тому +4

      💯

    • @prestonpowers7376
      @prestonpowers7376 5 місяців тому +3

      Believe they broke up

    • @paulsciacca6840
      @paulsciacca6840 5 місяців тому +4

      Aww, that’s so sad. . I was hoping these guys would of recovered together 😢

    • @morbidhime
      @morbidhime 4 місяці тому

      ​@@paulsciacca6840It probably might've been for the better tbh but I do also wanna know how Max is doing

    • @cindoz1289
      @cindoz1289 3 місяці тому +4

      ​@paulsciacca6840 the stone cold truth is couples rarely get clean together its a statistical fact my sister is 4yrs clean and sober from a 25yr addiction and relationships are the number 1 reason ppl don't get clean

  • @keithbarlow9701
    @keithbarlow9701 Рік тому +116

    Sid's transformation is very inspiring. He looks great and he seems quite intelligent. I appreciate how candid he is with his responses. I hope he continues to succeed in his recovery.

  • @blondiexox
    @blondiexox Рік тому +48

    Omg he looks sooo handsome!!! It’s crazy what 30 days sobriety can do a person !! Congrats dude!! 💕💕

  • @AbbyCadabbyxo
    @AbbyCadabbyxo Рік тому +133

    This is fucking amazing. It’s like watching a different person entirely. Sid, dude, if you are reading these comments, PLEASE - stay on the path to recovery. Stay on THIS road. No matter how hard some days are. Don’t go back. Your life is worth it. Drugs are not. You got this, and everyone is so proud of you 👊💯 Congratulations 🤍

  • @a.d.baebee
    @a.d.baebee Рік тому +1080

    Went from looking like a demonic junkie to looking like a hipster tattoo artist on a well balanced diet. Biggest turn around yet. He looks and sounds amazing. Congratulations and keep up the good work.

    • @notsocrates9529
      @notsocrates9529 Рік тому +45

      The "SKINS" jailhouse tattoo blasted on his forehead really ties the hipster look together.

    • @THEPINAPPLEABLE
      @THEPINAPPLEABLE Рік тому

      ​@@notsocrates9529 u stupid racist

    • @marcoformentini7907
      @marcoformentini7907 Рік тому +1

      So proud of you man.Keep on fighting .Your story surprised me so much and fulfilled my heart with hope.

    • @theghostmotel9639
      @theghostmotel9639 Рік тому +5

      @@notsocrates9529 LMAO

    • @shuheihisagi6689
      @shuheihisagi6689 Рік тому

      @@notsocrates9529 For real a lot of these commentors are really naive.

  • @w.m.8126
    @w.m.8126 Рік тому +108

    Proud of everyone in the comments who are sober, and trying. Y'all got this and remember people care for you

  • @ratlana3156
    @ratlana3156 Рік тому +47

    i hope sid reads these comments when he's feeling down. thank you for showing us that change is possible and the human spirit is boundless. you are saving many people just by being you, being alive, and being here.

    • @andrijastojcic5695
      @andrijastojcic5695 10 місяців тому +1

      He's definitely not reading these when he's feeling down, he already has all the support that he needs in his life.

  • @Robbie-X
    @Robbie-X Рік тому +91

    This is such a fantastic follow-up story. Sid, you have made a huge turnaround to a much healthier life...and in a relatively short amount of time. In the years to come I wish you nothing but the best.

  • @MenonitaMexicana
    @MenonitaMexicana Рік тому +58

    Wow he is unrecognizable, he looks so much healthier and also his eyes seem happier. I hope he stays clean and enjoys life sober

  • @ericamichelle3992
    @ericamichelle3992 Рік тому +55

    I watched this because my brother is an addict living on the streets. He's addicted to fentanyl and meth as far as I know. I'm proud of you for getting clean, and I pray that you can maintain a healthy lifestyle and prosper. Thanks for spreading hope💛

  • @GreyReks
    @GreyReks Місяць тому +4

    Saw him on a random Facebook page today, looked at his profile. He had relapsed in between this interview and now but quickly got off, he is 8 months sober again as of a post I saw that was a day old. He’s still going, good for him. Keep fighting.

  • @kayem9909
    @kayem9909 Рік тому +483

    No joke. He is unrecognizable. Massive respect for him and everything he has overcome on his journey of recovery. I am confused with Max though. Was that the girl in his previous video? If so she was deep in her addiction and was a very unhealthy and toxic environment. Surprised that loosing that made him decide to recover.

    • @SledgeHammerMindOpener
      @SledgeHammerMindOpener Рік тому +15

      To me he is high or he was high for to long and it became normal for him because when he speak his jaw goes side way

    • @beef_trachea
      @beef_trachea Рік тому +34

      ​@@SledgeHammerMindOpener i was a meth addict for 4 years been clean 1 year and i still catch myself with my jaw sideways when I'm focusing on something or furrowing my brow

    • @sidlikespeopleburgers666
      @sidlikespeopleburgers666 Рік тому +75

      Well either way max and I were toxic for each other. And it was Max's suggestion that urged me to seek treatment

    • @SledgeHammerMindOpener
      @SledgeHammerMindOpener Рік тому

      @@sidlikespeopleburgers666 Great job dude, we see how it is hard for you american to seek traitement, and i've been stuck on free morphine in france for 10 y when i can find methadone or subutex easily i have an idee on how hard it was for you.

    • @Danielle-vl7vp
      @Danielle-vl7vp Рік тому +10

      I think your comment about how it's mind blowing that he decided to get help cause he lost "that" referring Max is the same type of mentality they and alot of us try to escape. You sound super judgemental yourself and the ugliest kind of judging like he isn't your idea of beauty. And I'm sure that with drugs in the picture with unhealed traumas they probably did have a lot of toxicity in the relationship but I am also sure they had beautiful moments of selfless unconditional love for one another. We all are walking traumas and unless a person decides to be conscious of this and productively work to make themselves and each day better then we continously damage others and put others through more trauma being on drugs or sober for that matter. One thing about being an addict is once you get sober you just see how sick everyone is and younare grateful that it pushed you to place where you can truly see past the veneer of people. But I just wanted to say something about your ugly smart ass "that" comment. He is beautiful on the outside and probably has a soul just as beautiful.
      And he must love him to push him to get off drugs. Alot of tender hearted people chose drugs to cope with the world. You just pray they learn to see they can cope without the drugs and that drugs will eventually make you the monster you hate in the world.

  • @HannaH-lm4cy
    @HannaH-lm4cy Рік тому +44

    I was SURE I had not seen his first interview until the flashback was shown. What a turn around, truly incredible and I hope he keeps up this momentum!

  • @1Halabia
    @1Halabia Рік тому +38

    He looks and sounds great. Wishing him continued health & healing

  • @rh985
    @rh985 Місяць тому +4

    Sid, you said in your first video that people getting sober are the most badass of all. This is you now man!!!! So proud and happy to see this update!!

  • @nataliealford5049
    @nataliealford5049 Рік тому +32

    I saw the first interview, and then this one. Don't know these people, but literally have tears. Gives hope to those of us praying for loved ones with addictions.

  • @abigailhoward9312
    @abigailhoward9312 Рік тому +45

    i’m a recovering hydrocodone addict and his statement about addiction not discriminating and not caring about your background is so true. i grew up with lots of love and structure and i ended up getting addicted to prescription pills that my doctor prescribed to me after surgery. a situation that you wouldn’t think would result in addiction but nope. i got hooked. i’m 30 days clean now too dude! i’m proud of us! i hope we both continue to be sober

  • @Gram72534
    @Gram72534 Рік тому +188

    Wow, 1 hell of a transformation!!!!!!! Congratulations sid, keep up the good work!!!!!!!

    • @Rochelle721
      @Rochelle721 Рік тому +1

      Hey Gram, good morning! I hope your day is a good one! ✌🏽❤️

    • @Gram72534
      @Gram72534 Рік тому +1

      @@Rochelle721 Hi Roc, right back at you my friend!!!!!!!

  • @busobubba
    @busobubba Рік тому +34

    Wow that is honestly crazy, props to him for defeating the odds. Looks like a completely different healthy man.

  • @marleyyates2995
    @marleyyates2995 Рік тому +54

    SID YOU ARE KILLING IT. This totally made my day. I am so happy for you and I wish you all the luck in your future!

  • @Potato_on_couch
    @Potato_on_couch 4 місяці тому +4

    Sid is an inspiration and genuinely does look like a different person. I really hope life is good for him right now

  • @ashleymckenna2808
    @ashleymckenna2808 Рік тому +58

    Omg he looks like a completely different person!!!! 🌟✨Congratulations on your sobriety and a chance at a new life!🌟✨ 💖I wish you nothing but happiness and good health!💖

    • @TingTingalingy
      @TingTingalingy Рік тому +4

      It's crazy how the light returns to ones eyes when they get away from opioids. Like it steals your soul

  • @Birkix
    @Birkix Рік тому +145

    GOD DAMN!! This is a miracle. You Sir are a true badass. It gave me goosebumps watching this. So happy for you. KEEP GOING!!

  • @WelcomeToThe92503
    @WelcomeToThe92503 Рік тому +16

    Holy CRAPPPPP!!! when mark started going on about how different he looks I was thinking "idk who this dude is...I musta never seen his interview"
    And then when they did the flashback I SAID..
    ........" AWWW HELL NAAAAAAAAA"
    that's that one dude?!??!?!! I distinctly
    remember that interview being that it was totally bizarre. .that's one helluva transformation to make in a short 8 months
    Just goes to show you how MUCH THESE DRUGS CAN COMPLETELY CONSUME YOU
    Hope dude keeps it together

    • @unknown-sx8sn
      @unknown-sx8sn Рік тому +1

      Why are you spreading your words so far apart? It made me uncomfortable and I couldn’t finish your comment 😢

  • @aylenx3971
    @aylenx3971 Рік тому +8

    I remember watching his interview with Max... Can't believe how much he has changed. I hope he keeps getting better. Wish the best for him

  • @Marijolas
    @Marijolas Рік тому +19

    I knew Sid had a follow-up video, so I searched and seached, only to find out I was searching for the wrong face! So happy for him. 30 days is still little, I hope he continues well! Much love.

  • @vae8652
    @vae8652 Рік тому +45

    So proud of this man. He’s done something that is so difficult and that so few are able to do. Props to him!

  • @Itshistory_itspoetry
    @Itshistory_itspoetry Рік тому +23

    Wow one of my favorite interviews thus far so relatable. He’s actually incredibly charismatic sober and very intelligent, a ton of determination.

  • @la3800
    @la3800 Рік тому +11

    HOLY SH*T! What a tranformation. The way he speaks and holds himself... Keep it up!

  • @bleumoonmaddie6903
    @bleumoonmaddie6903 Рік тому +5

    I absolutely can’t believe how incredible Sid sounds and looks now. He’s absolutely gorgeous. So well spoken. So happy for him.

  • @ReneeCombs-kt7pr
    @ReneeCombs-kt7pr 2 місяці тому +1

    Omg this is so amazing. I literally just watched his story earlier this week and have😊 thought of him many times during the week and from the moment I saw his story I immediately sent up prayers for him and his friend. U don't see many updates like this and from one recovery addict to another we know the statistics. Sid, you are a warrior. Please keep taking things one breath at a time. You have an amazing testimony. You will be able to reach many ppl that maybe others could not reach because of ur journey. Keep lifting your head up everyday. Many prayers and blessings be with you. Seeing this has made me so happy.

  • @Chukaeats
    @Chukaeats Рік тому +55

    “Looking up to the wrong people” led him down addiction path.. So glad to see a New Man In Him.. Stay Blessed Sir .. ❤❤

    • @sheepnomore8063
      @sheepnomore8063 Рік тому +1

      But the upside down cross is disturbing.

    • @thatdude3977
      @thatdude3977 Рік тому +4

      ​@@sheepnomore8063 the regular cross is disturbing " bow and worship me! Or be damned to hell forever!!"

    • @thatdude3977
      @thatdude3977 Рік тому

      Hollywood and music industry glamorize drug use!! Looking up to the wrong people is a big thing in america

    • @sheepnomore8063
      @sheepnomore8063 Рік тому

      @@thatdude3977 When you look at what the cross represents, it's beautiful. God gave his son to die for us and give us eternal life and peace through Him. Once someone accepts the gift, it is natural to want to worship God. No one is forcing anyone to do it, but we hope that they will. On the other hand, Satanism is a very dark thing. If you've watched many of these interviews, you can see the people whose lives have been changed or are positive because of their faith in God. On the other hand, look at those who are involved with the occult. It's not hard to see which one is the better choice. Blessings!

  • @joshminton6604
    @joshminton6604 Рік тому +16

    Wow I'm a ex meth head I'm 42 and sober 9 months and the 1st time since 15 but this is a awesome testimony

  • @mattkeith1180
    @mattkeith1180 Рік тому +28

    This just made my week! I am so glad to see you doing well, Sid. There are a lot of people all over the world that care about you.

  • @WillyWonka100-km
    @WillyWonka100-km Місяць тому +1

    You, sir, are a true HERO! Much props to you , for winning against all odds

  • @stevenhageman8255
    @stevenhageman8255 3 місяці тому +4

    "I'm a scumbag when I'm using" that's such a wonderfully revealing statement. It shows that he's found self-forgiveness, that he takes responsibility for his previous behaviors, and that he's moved forward. A lot of people never move forward because they can't address that they are the bad guy. And if they do, they wallow in it. As someone who's flipped their life around, I can say it happened when i was able to turn the microscope on myself, address what i've done, forgive myself, ask for forgiveness from others, and decide to move forward doing the best that i can from that point forward

  • @MIAMI-CASUAL
    @MIAMI-CASUAL Рік тому +134

    Huge respect for this guy ❤… clearly a decent guy 👍… best of luck for the future… I have a feeling you have a good life ahead 👍

  • @mateoignacio9670
    @mateoignacio9670 Рік тому +16

    This makes me so fucking happy, Sid looks like he is really living now not just existing. Good shit, stay clean homie.

    • @unknown-sx8sn
      @unknown-sx8sn Рік тому

      Let’s lose the cursing, you’re an adult, try speaking like one🙄

  • @RoyAlexander214
    @RoyAlexander214 Рік тому +44

    I get emotional when I watch these recovered addict interviews. Mark, Do you know the good your art has caused? Do you know that there are people out there. Myself included. That have been forever changed by watching your channel. 11-01-2022 was the last time I used heroin. Anytime I feel I need some support I come to your channel. Thank you Mark. Truly hope I can one day thank you and shake your hand. Blessings and love being sent from this side as always. ❤️

    • @delanomartin
      @delanomartin Рік тому +1

      So happy you found something that helps you stay in recovery❤❤

    • @mom23mangos34
      @mom23mangos34 Рік тому

      So proud of you.

  • @nancybarnum3493
    @nancybarnum3493 Рік тому +5

    That is the most incredible transformation! I just watched the first vid yesterday and then this follow up turned up for me. Reading through the comments I can see you inspired a lot of people to take that step toward recovery, Sid. You made my heart smile wide today. I hope Max continues to improve and reclaim their life too!

  • @liiziibee
    @liiziibee Рік тому +25

    His eye color is even different. At first i thought his eyes were green but they are a wholsome brown. Im so happy for him and I want the best for him. YOU DESERVE IT SID

  • @Cloveis
    @Cloveis Рік тому +20

    Amazing. I just watched his and maxes interview the other day. These stories are so empowering. Thank you mark, and thank you sid, and all the other interviewees. All of my thanks.

  • @austinallen3641
    @austinallen3641 Рік тому +10

    Using the gym to make yourself wanna better yourself in all aspects of health. I like this guy a lot and usually hate the guests. He’s exactly the kind of person i like to train with. Really hope he stays clean and trains hard.

    • @tigerblood213
      @tigerblood213 Рік тому +2

      Yeah I agree I hate how they all get on here expecting everyone to feel sorry for them for doing harm to themselves this guy is a real warrior I love what he's doing. ...

    • @austinallen3641
      @austinallen3641 Рік тому

      @@tigerblood213 💯

  • @dustinmcandrew3382
    @dustinmcandrew3382 Рік тому +60

    I don't often comment on SWU vidz, but when I do, it's to jump in the pit for someone. I'm 47, many moons ago I did the gutter punk junkie, live fast-die GG thing. I survived while I watched some good ones go. I distinctly remember watching your first video with you and Max and feeling you guys. I wanted you to make it, but there was a darkness hovering for sure. BROTHER I AM SO FUKKIN PROUD OF YOU! Keep doing what you're doing, stay strong and love long. Much love my man, congratulations on the eyebrows too😂🤘💜💪

    • @sidlikespeopleburgers666
      @sidlikespeopleburgers666 Рік тому +12

      Thanks brother

    • @ginamaxey9967
      @ginamaxey9967 Рік тому

      @@sidlikespeopleburgers666 Sid if you don't mind me asking when did you & Max meet? I remember Max from her interviews & playing the banjo in Kensington PA. He has been answering comments on his UA-cam channel, what a Blessing & Mercy you two have been shown. Sobriety is truly a Miracle! 🙏✌🌻

  • @LizzyMamaa
    @LizzyMamaa Рік тому +9

    This is such a beautiful story, getting sober is hard. It takes SO much effort. I hope we get to see Sid in a year and he's still thriving!

  • @valerietaylor1124
    @valerietaylor1124 Рік тому +2

    Good job man, addiction doesn't discriminate! I'm getting off kratom after 4 yr addiction, alcohol and all kinds of things. Hitting the gym everyday is so good, it cures my anxiety. I'm so happy to live a clean life, so good to see you at such a young age figuring it out! I pray for the best for you!

  • @EnterGoldenAge
    @EnterGoldenAge Рік тому +42

    he's fortunate to have had the means to fly around here & there, meeting key people and get to where he wanted for rehab. fortunate to have the family he has.

    • @CoachMummy
      @CoachMummy Рік тому +2

      Many people have similar opportunities and support, but very very few people have the inner strength and determination to achieve what Sid has. Let’s recognise his achievements for what they are - they are HIS!

    • @EnterGoldenAge
      @EnterGoldenAge Рік тому +1

      @@CoachMummy oh absolutely, his achievement speaks for itself and can't be criticised or diminished. my comment was merely an observation; not an issue with sid's privilege. anyway, all strength to sid, he's not completely out of the woods yet but he's on the right track.

  • @BulkernatorKerb
    @BulkernatorKerb Рік тому +8

    I don't know this guy but I am so relieved to see him sober. He seems not only coherent but quite intelligent and insightful. Wish him all the success in the world.

  • @sararahman7731
    @sararahman7731 Рік тому +23

    Bless you Sid 🦅❤️🦅❤️
    You literally don't look or sound like your last video.

  • @levihl0
    @levihl0 5 місяців тому +3

    Of all dudes on this channel to actually fight a hard fight to turn their life around, this guy?! Absolutely incredible stuff, I only wish all the best for him, he is truly a warrior seeing where he started at in that first interview, Godspeed to you brother, enjoy the fruits of your hard work and make the most of life like you’re trying so hard to do already. And remember the fight never stops, so keep at it my man, props to you!

  • @christopheroconnor81
    @christopheroconnor81 Рік тому +4

    Ex-addict here, clean many years, Sid is one amazing person - it took me years to become human looking again, the fact he looks and sounds like an entirely different person is genuinely inspirational. Keep going Sid!

  • @SilverDramaQueen1
    @SilverDramaQueen1 Рік тому +8

    You always ask people if they have hope. Often I ask myself and find it dwindling slowly. Thank you for this video!! I now have HOPE again!! I am 25 years sober and was becoming less hopeful in what I have seen the past years in the recovery community. I need to help others again. Thank you for this jolt of hope!! I am soooo happy for this guy!! Yaaaaay!! Keep it up!!🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @Ealene
      @Ealene 5 місяців тому

      Facts

  • @b-d3vil16
    @b-d3vil16 Рік тому +135

    I’ve been around addicts my whole life and never knew you could go from where he was to where he is in 7 months.

    • @Jayaycee83
      @Jayaycee83 Рік тому +19

      He looks like 15 years younger

    • @mudcast
      @mudcast Рік тому +1

      I think he is still using, probably coke.

    • @moni1404
      @moni1404 Рік тому +2

      With God, all things are possible.

    • @roe__jogan
      @roe__jogan Рік тому +1

      @@mudcast foo. This guy did methamphetamine, fentanyl, and drank daily for YEARS. His neurons are fried. It will take decades, but his brain will eventually return to normal. But he will always have a few ticks picked up from that. He’s clean and sober - you can hear it in the terminology he uses. I’m in recovery as well.

    • @Scarlet666Woman
      @Scarlet666Woman Рік тому +3

      bc he has a loving and supportive family and friends

  • @CinnamonIceCubes
    @CinnamonIceCubes Місяць тому +1

    30 days is absolutely amazing!!! I've been there. I know exactly how it feels. I've OD multiple times but when I OD 2 times in 1 day that opened my eyes. My so-called "friends" didn't call 911. Yes, they narcan me but it took 2 narcans on my 2nd time ODing that day. They just left me there. I'm definitely lucky to be alive. So after 20+yrs on the 17th was my 3-year. If I can do it anyone can do it. I'm happy to say I'm becoming a Recovery Coach.
    Life is way too short. Keep marching forward my friend ✨🤍

  • @kandycepeterson2482
    @kandycepeterson2482 Рік тому +15

    Mark, for me the obvious is that your channel, your hard work, makes a difference. That is a hell of a feat.

  • @jillclark4876
    @jillclark4876 Рік тому +5

    I am so proud of you. What an amazing testimony! It is never too late, y’all. Restoration is available and possible!

  • @madelineradcliff4443
    @madelineradcliff4443 Рік тому +2

    that is ONE HELL of a turnaround!! i'm so glad to see you are doing well and i pray that continues. keep up the great work!!!

  • @cramberry4391
    @cramberry4391 Рік тому +11

    I remember him and his family comments supporting him and saying how amazing and loving he is. Amazing to see he is making through it. Amazing!

  • @hannahjane9469
    @hannahjane9469 Рік тому +17

    wow i just at the start of this interview and i want to cry because of how far he’s come! so so proud of him, it must have been so hard

  • @fleetsma5119
    @fleetsma5119 Рік тому +10

    Man, I'm cheering for you to keep it together! Please please don't lose sight of your goal!

  • @tins_world299
    @tins_world299 Рік тому +5

    This is an amazing transformation, I hope he is proud of himself, he is such a well spoken, positive person, what a great example of turning your life around

  • @tammymccord629
    @tammymccord629 5 місяців тому +1

    Sid I literally this evening had just watched the first video of you and Max for the first time and this one here automatically followed behind the first one. I did not even realize who I was going to be watching here, not until at the beginning where it showed your before as you were being welcomed back by Mark doing another video. I’m so happy to see you looking and doing so well !! You’re a rock, a strong mind and will. There’s not too many people on here returning after a year or so that are doing well.
    OK now time for me to watch the rest of this. Take care Sid and plz keep in touch with us all here 😃

  • @jmowiscoproud
    @jmowiscoproud Рік тому +19

    Iam Absolutely blown away by this amazing story, as a recovering opioid addict I truly know first hand what addiction is! Thank the good lord I never fell off or gave up n always maintained a job and homelife! After this being said I give this man huge huge props, he was an addict, homeless and running all over the country! Yet he still manage to get clean and improve his life, I just wanna say the lord is good and does amazing things! Recovery is possible for anyone that wants it!! Thank u have a blessed day!!

  • @itzyzaza1806
    @itzyzaza1806 Рік тому +28

    Wow, he looks amazing! I would never believe he was the same person. I am so happy for you Sid! Keep living your life!

  • @hudsontaylor80
    @hudsontaylor80 Рік тому +3

    Please tell Sid if you ever see this and him. I show these two videos in my groups at my treatment facility I work at to my clients. He’s influenced many of them. Making them feel like this is achievable. He’s great and very influential it’s awesome to see

  • @Microwaved_Nachos
    @Microwaved_Nachos Рік тому +5

    I love all of the stories on this channel but this one really made such an impact. It’s so amazing to see people recovering on this channel, and we are all so proud of you Sid and Max. Be gentle to yourselves, and I wish nothing but the best of futures for you both. ❤

  • @drewdaniels9816
    @drewdaniels9816 Рік тому +10

    Congratulations Sid and God bless you and keep you on the right path. The world needs someone like you. All the help you can bring to people's lives is desperately needed. Good luck and stay true!!

  • @donnapound1893
    @donnapound1893 Рік тому +6

    Holy shit. When I saw this was an update I went back and watched the first video. Shaking my head. Good for you choosing life. And I'm so glad you and Max are in touch. There is hope for everyone. Grab it and run with it. So great to hear you!

  • @tammic2016
    @tammic2016 Рік тому +8

    Wow! Congratulations Sid! I would have never recognized you as the Sid in the previous interview. You have come a long way! So proud of you. Keep up the great work. And to Mark, would definitely love a Max update as well. Wishing them both the best!

  • @annajula2318
    @annajula2318 Рік тому +3

    He looks so much healthier!! His eyes are completely different now. I remember when I saw the first video with him I thought to myself that he seems so smart it's a shame he's going through all that. I'm really happy seeing him in such a good shape!

  • @vestebansbloodbox3130
    @vestebansbloodbox3130 Рік тому +5

    Oh my god I am so happy to find this! This does my heart so much good. I felt for both Sid and Max in the last video, they seem like such kind and good people. I am so happy to see Sid alive and doing well.

  • @Ctworld15
    @Ctworld15 Рік тому +6

    I am absolutely blown away that he’s the same person in that other video. He looks so healthy and his mind is on point. Amazing. So happy for him.

  • @pprincess8189
    @pprincess8189 Рік тому +17

    I'm soo so proud of him. He made my heart felt overwhelmed to see him come this far I hope and pray he stays the way he is. Good luck to him always .# Please don't relapse

  • @coltonclutch1171
    @coltonclutch1171 Рік тому +9

    Praying you keep your head up and nose clean man!! God bless you!! Keep pushing man! I’m a recovering meth and oxy addict myself so I know the struggles… but it’s possible!! We DO RECOVER!!!

  • @shannontobin7825
    @shannontobin7825 4 місяці тому +2

    let’s freaking ggggooooooo! Just watched the og interview and this popped up on my feed! Keep trucking along sir

  • @deenadiiorio
    @deenadiiorio Рік тому +5

    LETS GO SID! We are all rooting for you!!!! This was so amazing to see.

  • @maureent8653
    @maureent8653 Рік тому +13

    Wow. Just wow. Sid. Mad respect to you. Best wishes and continued success in your recovery!!