The truth often isnt appealing, but it is often revealing. I dont think this man is an upstanding citizen or anything, but i do think its pretty funny that people in these comments are not only offended at this mans actions, but at his transparency. Most of the us have secrets that we'll die carrying around. I applaud that quality about him.
No human being wants to be addicted to drugs or alcohol. As an alcoholic myself, it’s fucking terrible. I’ve done things to people that I wish I could take back, but it’s in the past.. All I can do is move forward and hope I cross paths with them again so I can apologize for what I did. To critique another human being on situations that you’ve never lived is morally wrong. People live like this on a day to day basis. This guy is doing what I’m sure every other male that’s been molested and abused is doing, getting high and drunk to forget. What human being wants to remember that they were molested as a child? I sure as hell know I don’t like remembering it. I’m sure others can agree here too. Y’all. Addiction is not a joke. The majority of us will more than likely be buried with our secrets. Atleast he has the strength and courage to speak about the truth of his life.
First interview everybody wanted more. Now everyone is against him. I still enjoy his interviews. Call him what you want, but he's still being transparent.
Being exposed to this channel really woke me up. The day I have children under no circumstances will I leave them with anybody I don't FULLY and UTERLY trust. Its like almost everbody are sick molesters.......
Exactly. My mother and her lil brother were mollested as children, by a FAMILY member that babysat them for years.. and my mom and my uncle never told anyone, the family that they were from wouldnt have believed them and they really cared about their "reputation".. My mom told me when i was old enough to understand but thats it.. And she tried her HARDEST to never let anything happen to me and my brother, never let anyone babysit us that she didnt fully trust or werent very close family... And she ended up getting with my stepdad who had a bit of a drinking problem but he seemed very sweet and very kind and was great to everyone, including ME which puzzles.me to this day, but he started mollesting me and touching me and making me shower with him when i was very young ..and i never told my mom or my family because I loved the guy,apart from that he was amazing to me and my brother and my mom..i know how crazy thay sounds and obviously now i do not feel the way that i did.. i KNEW if i told her what it would do to my mom..she tried SO hard to keep me safe and did everything she should have.. And it STILL happened.
@Latrice R Child grooming is befriending and establishing an emotional connection with a child, and sometimes the family, to lower the child's inhibitions with the objective of sexual abuse. Read about it. Educate yourself, don't blame a child for not having the right words to explain what the hell is going on as if they KNOW!
@Latrice R I am not defending anything but the abused child. It's not the creepy guy with the van who says there are puppies inside that you should fear, it is the people who have inevitable contact with your children. unfortunately, you cannot shield your children from the harm in the world but we can provide a space for them where they are not afraid to speak up. it would be a shame for if your child was molested and when confiding in you, you say some detrimental shit like "Subconsciously you didn't want him to go away"
@Latrice R thats absolutely ridiculous. You SHOULD be able to leave your child around your Partner.. He was my step dad, they were married, he helped raise me and my brother. And you Seriously just said that..clearly i didnt want him to leave or else i would have told?? I was like 4 -6 , and didnt understand what the FUCK was going on, just that it was wrong and i didnt like it, and he was so nice all the other times and hed play with my toys with me and i just wanted THAT person to stay around. Dont even fucking try it bud, youre so far off its insane. That was not my mothers fault at all. She had NO idea at all. "She didnt want to lose him as her husband" youre fucking disgusting and so ignorant... You should really think before saying shit like that to people.
His honesty is touchingly refreshing. These are the stories that need to be heard. As an ex addict I wouldn't have the balls to share all the promiscuity & self harm or the loved ones I let down in any detail. Thanks for sharing Louis 👍🇬🇧
When Mark doesn’t have to ask a single question and gets a full interview! 🙌🏾 People are so eager to tell their stories. This man has many issues but at least he is honest about it. I can appreciate someone like that. BUT HOW this man keeps a girlfriend is beyond me lol
People always say these hardcore addicts can become models, actors, famous this or famous that, but you know what I think they're better off just learning to hold a job and pay the bills and AFTER that if they learn how to do that then aim higher.
As a Grandma, myself, I say, "Wow"!! Opened MY Eyes.........lol.....but I really enjoyed the interview. I just say- "Judge Not, lest ye be judged", and "except for the Grace of God....." His laughter covers up a ton of pain. Thanks Mark, again for this wonderful interview.
So many old heads like this in the hood. This guy who drank at this bus stop ALWAYS told me about how he hasn't called a cop in over 30 years, doesn't talk to cops, and apparently nearly died at the hands of the police in the 70s. Honestly belive him with now with what BLM exposed
Wow, this is a testimony of the insanity of addiction. I been there and as an ex heroin addict of 20 years and a wide range of drug experience, crack is still the most addicting drug I’ve ever done. When I started doing that with the dope I was trashed to the max after 3 months. Thank you for sharing Louis, your shares are powerful. God bless you brother.
As an addict I laugh about a lot of stupid stuff I did/used to do. So I'll be a dumb bitch too and laugh at the ridiculous but also pray for him and hope one day he'll get the proper help/therapy he so desperately needs.
I'm pretty sure I've seen just about every single interview uploaded from SWU and HANDS DOWN, ABSOLUTELY NO DOUBT ABOUT IT I can never fully get through interviews from Louis. This guy is RAW!!! 😬😬
We are here to listen to the stories of broken lives. Many of us can relate. Some can't. Either way don't judge. Just be grateful it isn't you telling the stories. I feel this man has a whole hell of a lot a hurt going on and just can't stay sober enough to face it.
This guy resonated with me so much. Stealing from your friends and fam when you're that high and desperate is one of the most painful things you can do to not just them but yourself as well, something about that action cuts you to your core so I could genuinely feel his pain in that moment as he was getting emotional... Thank you for all the blessed work you've been doing with these ppl and this channel it's very respectable and I know we all appreciate what you're doing a lot so thank you sir, you're a saint! 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for your honesty Louis. You didn't have to share your story but you did and you're appreciated. Keep up the hard work and beat this thing man!
This is his way of repentance and giving back. It’s the only thing he has to offer is his experiences. Hoping this helps someone he is as genuine and real as it gets.
This is my favorite interviewee of all I've seen and I've seen them all. Louis is so interesting, truthful, very expressive and he has great facial expressions. Those hefty bags, hahahahahaha ! I can watch him all day. Great story teller . I could hang around with Louis. Thanks Mark and Louis.
"Truthful" That word is rarely in the junkies world.... Keep that up front while listening to ANY junkie. When you don't know who is the sucker is at the table, it might be you!
He is so brutally honest about his life and all the things he done while on drugs and before drugs. It’s sad that the babysitter took advantage of him at his young age. He didn’t know because he thought as a child it was normal behavior. I really hope that he can get clean one day.
I wish this man had some love and acceptance in his earliest days.. people try to make you grow thru their criticism, but all children need is positive reinforcement
Great to hear your story.. my Brother was an addict alcoholic but is now saved! I’ve never heard his story. It’s taken him 45 years to get clean. Crazy what drugs can do!
The friend that he talked about having Sickle cell. I can relate to him being so upset that he had a crisis. And that consist of nonstop pain. He truly hurt his friend more than he know.
Just amazing how venting without judgment can make someone feel better and I have hope that Louis realize he is not his enemy. He inspired me to open up more so thank you.
I want to thank soft white underbelly for all these incredible interviews from Appalachia to Skid Row they are so engaging and so educational it is storytelling that is passed down through the generations all the life experiences of people. I was raised with the father who told stories and it’s just such a heartwarming way to learn about peoples lives first hand.
When he said he popped the waterbed with the pipe I had to laugh....His interviews have a lot to unpack on so many levels. Brave to speak on what he has disclosed.
He was molested ffs, that changes the wiring in people if not healed with therapy.. he was not born evil, he might be a “bad man” but you have to applaud his honesty.. many men don’t talk about this stuff bc they are so scared of being judged. Let’s agree to disagree. Healing vibes to you Mia and AandA ❤️ xx
Are you serious? Do you understand the trajectory that was set for his life the moment he was molested? Obviously you have no idea what happens when your innocence is stripped your imagination is stripped and your constantly searching for something. That’s where his dependence on everything started he has been chasing a feeling he felt when he was young for the rest of his life. Educate yourself please
Bear Taylor it’s called accountability! He is very aware of his issues. He stated that through out the interview. This is his 3rd interview and nothing has change with him. That’s a problem. He is a grown man not a young man but a grown man!! Who can take the necessary steps to completely change his live but hasn’t.
These videos are like a support group for me. I have been clean for 8 months and my brain has been telling me to fuck up again. Finding this channel, and watching these people has reminded me to stay clean and sober!!
I like this style of titling the videos. The addict labels are fine but get redundant, I think taking an element from the interview and working it into the title is a great idea.
Wow!! He can tell his story with such flow and rarely got off track!! I was super focused on him the entire time. I really appreciated his humility and candor. Regardless of what you’ve done my man, you have what it takes to make a good life for yourself. You seem likable, you have skills, have made money before, have had relationships, it’s time to put that beast down and come to the other side! The world needs you!!!
Crack seems like it's never leaving! An ex of mine years ago had a man sell him his brand new motorcycle for a piece of crack. He signed the paperwork over to him and everything, the bike still works good. Smh crazy!
Every time I watch this dude I laugh not at his messed up life because that is not funny at all but I laugh because how he says stuff and his expressions lol 😂
Scroll back. Norman is a bit of a regular on here. He’s had three videos in the past month. I’ve been loving his updates. He has the best attitude. I hope we continue to see him better his life. ❤️
I just recently became truly homeless, I've watched softwhite underbelly for over a year enamored by these stories bcs I could relate to alot of them and even now being where I am I still can. It really humbles you seeing these even as someone else who is homeless everyone's story needs to be heard.
i said “oh lord” when i saw the thumbnail 😩😂😂. i appreciate louis’s honesty... i can’t watch his interviews all the way through though. ooof... wishing him the best.
It is heartbreaking how parents treat their children. It affects you your whole life. It’s so important to learn how to reparent yourself. Learn how to love your inner child. There are books to teach you how to do this. God bless this man. Tough childhood tough adulthood.
I told my parents when I was 20 that my aunt molested me at around the age of 6-7. She was around 11-12. My dad said that we were kids and it’s in the past. I didn’t want anything bad to happen to her. I was talking to my boyfriend about it prior to and thought that what happened to me effected me greatly and I was just realizing it. He told me to talk to my parents about it. My mother walked out after I said it. I kinda sorta wish I never told them.
You did the right thing. They now need to let that sink in and check the fuck outta your aunt. Not cool and very much so unacceptable. You did the right thing and don't feel otherwise.
It does get easier to deal with the residual effects of that kind of trauma. It really does because now you’ve acknowledged it. Healing is closer than most people believe, you can do it.
Honey getting it off your chest is one of the first and best healing things you can do for your soul when you've been abused I'm a 13-year incest Survivor telling was the best thing you could ever do for yourself what their reaction is is their reaction but what telling someone out loud does for you is amazing in the long run
Khadejah Colbert oh wow I’m sorry that happened to you and that your parents can’t handle your truth. You did right and your taking the steps to repair that 6yr old you and better the person you are now. Healing vibes your way 💓
I can relate to much of what Louis is saying. I was a lot like him as a kid, and, I went through some of the same things. I fought the monster of alcoholism and addiction for many years, (twenty-something). I tried over and over to "cure" myself. I did not get better until I realized that I NEEDED HELP to recover. I will always be an alcoholic and addict. I just not longer participate in drinking or drugging. My heart feels for Louis.
He's owning up to what he's done and realizing he has a disease. That's the weird thing to come to terms with as far as addiction goes...you have to be responsible for your actions, but at the same time you didn't choose to have the disease. When it's treated as a "bad behavior" problem, there's guilt and shame, and more motivation to nullify those feelings with drugs. It's a vicious cycle. Of course, I don't blame anyone in his life for not wanting to put up with that shit, and neither does he! I can see this starting from him being told he wasn't good enough as a kid and believing that. And the way he's tried to fill that void kept that cycle going, where he's had periods of doing better, and then that voice came back that he's not enough, or he's going to f things up, and it's like a self-fulfilling prophecy. We really need to rethink things in terms of treating addiction. It's not a "behavior" problem or a "bad person" or "personal weakness" problem. We treat mental illness with all sorts of drugs, but when people self-medicate with illegal drugs for whatever reason, they become social pariahs. When mainstream society is at the same time telling them they need drugs to regulate. Sounds confusing, right? I think that building community around healing is one of the better strategies. I worked for an organization that employed Peer Support Specialists-basically people who came up out of the same ish and could relate. I feel he's on the right track and I loved the part where he said he felt so much lighter! That's what is so great about these interviews, they are a space for people to be seen and heard! I wish him the best-peace and understanding!
When the pain of staying the same outweighs the fear of change then I did something about it. I an an alcoholic and crack addict for 20 years and pain brought me to make a decision to stop. Then comes willingness to take the action. 12 step program and getting real friends in AA saved me life. It could work for anyone but willingness is the key to take suggestions and change. I wish him the best. Been sober 5 years Oct 24th. 🙏
I Love His Honesty And Transparency You’ll Be Surprised How Things Eat Away At People And I Applaud Mark For Giving These People A Platform To Release What’s Bottled Up
He’s being brutally honest about his darkest moments, most people cannot do this . I’m not saying I admire him but I admire that particular trait . His transparency
It's unfortunate that he never dealt with the psychological side of that molestation. He felt the physical pleasure but failed to process the malignance and manipulation and domination behind it. He was probably wronged in ways before that made him numb to the emotional/moral side of things, and so he failed to start a war in his mind to win over evil.. in a way that's alienated him. Thus, his innocence was taken, because it was never guarded to begin with. And that's where addiction likely set in. That's how addiction gets ya. It hurts your innocence. Your spirit, and your soul. So his soul has literally left him. You can tell by how literally manic he tells these stories. It just feels like he's disconnected from his emotion I hope he finds himself again, unless he doesn't want to. Good luck to him either way. I appreciate you dude. Your honesty and openness is a brilliant quality.. peace to you
Mark, these people open up to you in the most raw way. This channel is a beautiful collection of real life. I believe as fellow humans (since we are essentially one) the best approach is to listen and support. If we are not in a state of mind where we can, move on. Please.
Dude was a storyteller in a past life.. traveled all over telling stories and entertaining people till he was very well known for it and ended up being the Kings favorite ..he made quite a nice life for himself...
Louis - the moment you stop fighting and start kneeling/submitting/giving everything you carry to Yahweh, breakthrough will occur. Coming from a 12yr addict. Love you Brother!
Louis…tells it like it is … can’t stop listening to his stories. As hard the content is at times he is so entertaining in the way he tells his life story.
@Latrice R i am an addict i understand about addiction what IM saying is its an excuse to be a dirtbag i did not engage in slimy creepy activities because of my said addiction also i come to this video because its like a carwreck u gotta watch and i ENJOY watching different kinds of human sociology thats why. Thats the purpose OF these videos Lynn. Shut yo goofy ass up
I listen to these documentaries to remind me how strong I am, & to appreciate my life. I didn’t have the perfect life but it shows people are always going through worse. I hate he had to go through these things and it all started from being molested. I hate that! It’s so fucked up how something so traumatic & traumatizing can happen as a child can affect your whole life.
I've binged his videos.... their ain't no one on here as brutally honest as him... he's been so honest to the point he could be prisoned the remainder of his life.
The truth often isnt appealing, but it is often revealing. I dont think this man is an upstanding citizen or anything, but i do think its pretty funny that people in these comments are not only offended at this mans actions, but at his transparency. Most of the us have secrets that we'll die carrying around. I applaud that quality about him.
Right. He's one of my favorite ppl on this channel. Not that I like the things he's done, but his honesty and transparency is A1
No human being wants to be addicted to drugs or alcohol. As an alcoholic myself, it’s fucking terrible. I’ve done things to people that I wish I could take back, but it’s in the past.. All I can do is move forward and hope I cross paths with them again so I can apologize for what I did. To critique another human being on situations that you’ve never lived is morally wrong. People live like this on a day to day basis. This guy is doing what I’m sure every other male that’s been molested and abused is doing, getting high and drunk to forget. What human being wants to remember that they were molested as a child? I sure as hell know I don’t like remembering it. I’m sure others can agree here too. Y’all. Addiction is not a joke. The majority of us will more than likely be buried with our secrets. Atleast he has the strength and courage to speak about the truth of his life.
The people who are offended have done shit they won't talk about. Everyone has.
@@ifiwsaflowridbearose well said. 4 years sober here.
Tabulae Rasae Please say it louder I don't know if they heard you 🥴
"Thinking is difficult, that's why most people judge."
Carl G. Jung
U need money for your books
Ain't that the truth
Facts
I've always said that "Understanding takes effort. Judgement is easy." Thanks for making me feel smarter than i actually am
@@bobbyfischer6149 U should go to a public library and read some books
First interview everybody wanted more. Now everyone is against him. I still enjoy his interviews. Call him what you want, but he's still being transparent.
Agreed! It takes bravery to be this honest, knowing people will most likely react poorly 🤷🏼♀️
I don't care what anyone says, this dude has a gift in storytelling and speaking
I wholeheartedly agree
Most crackheads tell great stories. They ramble for hours.
Agreed I couldn’t stop listening he is definitely a great story teller.....
He needs a podcast lol
@@organicthug5220 I’ll definitely tune in
....the addiction has already taken his soul. He has hurt a lot of people. These are the stories he remembers....imagine what he has forgotten
Wow. Well said. 👏
Best Comment in the thread....whew
Mmmaaaaannnnn....
Deep
No kidding. When people black out who knows what’s going to happen and you wake up not remembering a thing about it.
Being exposed to this channel really woke me up. The day I have children under no circumstances will I leave them with anybody I don't FULLY and UTERLY trust. Its like almost everbody are sick molesters.......
True
Exactly. My mother and her lil brother were mollested as children, by a FAMILY member that babysat them for years.. and my mom and my uncle never told anyone, the family that they were from wouldnt have believed them and they really cared about their "reputation".. My mom told me when i was old enough to understand but thats it.. And she tried her HARDEST to never let anything happen to me and my brother, never let anyone babysit us that she didnt fully trust or werent very close family... And she ended up getting with my stepdad who had a bit of a drinking problem but he seemed very sweet and very kind and was great to everyone, including ME which puzzles.me to this day, but he started mollesting me and touching me and making me shower with him when i was very young ..and i never told my mom or my family because I loved the guy,apart from that he was amazing to me and my brother and my mom..i know how crazy thay sounds and obviously now i do not feel the way that i did.. i KNEW if i told her what it would do to my mom..she tried SO hard to keep me safe and did everything she should have.. And it STILL happened.
@Latrice R Child grooming is befriending and establishing an emotional connection with a child, and sometimes the family, to lower the child's inhibitions with the objective of sexual abuse. Read about it. Educate yourself, don't blame a child for not having the right words to explain what the hell is going on as if they KNOW!
@Latrice R I am not defending anything but the abused child. It's not the creepy guy with the van who says there are puppies inside that you should fear, it is the people who have inevitable contact with your children. unfortunately, you cannot shield your children from the harm in the world but we can provide a space for them where they are not afraid to speak up. it would be a shame for if your child was molested and when confiding in you, you say some detrimental shit like "Subconsciously you didn't want him to go away"
@Latrice R thats absolutely ridiculous. You SHOULD be able to leave your child around your Partner.. He was my step dad, they were married, he helped raise me and my brother. And you Seriously just said that..clearly i didnt want him to leave or else i would have told?? I was like 4 -6 , and didnt understand what the FUCK was going on, just that it was wrong and i didnt like it, and he was so nice all the other times and hed play with my toys with me and i just wanted THAT person to stay around. Dont even fucking try it bud, youre so far off its insane. That was not my mothers fault at all. She had NO idea at all. "She didnt want to lose him as her husband" youre fucking disgusting and so ignorant... You should really think before saying shit like that to people.
He’s an authentic guy. Truth is usually not a pretty picture
Exactly these folks can’t understand what happened to him as a kid and how it fucked him up.
Straight like dat ...the truth is rarely a pretty picture
Him being molested was the beginning of his downfall. This is why we need to focus on mental health more. He didn’t even have a chance.
Its not 1 on 1 .. not everybody going through trauma is affected greatly .. so be open strong and reflective .. and raise your children to be so too
I think the first problem was his dad didn’t love him.
His honesty is touchingly refreshing. These are the stories that need to be heard. As an ex addict I wouldn't have the balls to share all the promiscuity & self harm or the loved ones I let down in any detail. Thanks for sharing Louis 👍🇬🇧
Caroline Rowles youre really pretty
@@austinrichards1740 I suggest you get your eyes tested, lol x
@@austinrichards1740 you're*
Caroline Rowles you are please don’t hate yourself your too beautiful to that’s you in your profile picture
This nigga😷😉😦
When Mark doesn’t have to ask a single question and gets a full interview! 🙌🏾 People are so eager to tell their stories. This man has many issues but at least he is honest about it. I can appreciate someone like that. BUT HOW this man keeps a girlfriend is beyond me lol
YOUR HONESTY IS UNMATCHED, I LOVE THAT HE TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY AND CAN CLEARLY SEE WHAT HIS PROBLEMS WERE.
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If it wasn't for Lois's addiction etc, he has potential to make a great comedian
Most great comedians are/were addicts, look at Sam kinnison, the only difference is this dude isnt famous
Right
You’re right he does. But the success would jack his life up even more.
People always say these hardcore addicts can become models, actors, famous this or famous that, but you know what I think they're better off just learning to hold a job and pay the bills and AFTER that if they learn how to do that then aim higher.
He killed me when said his car got stolen and he heard it all over the neighborhood 😂... hope he sober up.
As a Grandma, myself, I say, "Wow"!! Opened MY Eyes.........lol.....but I really enjoyed the interview. I just say- "Judge Not, lest ye be judged", and "except for the Grace of God....." His laughter covers up a ton of pain. Thanks Mark, again for this wonderful interview.
He reminds me of Crazy Eyes off of Orange is the New Black
@layney boy wait how?
@@Fatima-kp8hi I want to know too ?
@@Fatima-kp8hi its not. Its non effensil
Lol Suzanne yeah aka kodak black
Spot off
He’s honesty is commendable. Please keep us updated with Louis, Mark.
Crackheads will lie, but they also tell the truth
My father and my brother, are both. You have to love them from an arms length away
@@priscillaswanson9316 everyone I know tells lies. Sad but true
Yup if you listen long enough you find the truth
Every truth, is a half truth
Everybody lies
The sad part is HE'S not finished,there's no way he made those stories up. THAT'S ALL TRUE😂
I have been to multiple AA and NA meetings You hear of the stories over and over and their true..
So many old heads like this in the hood. This guy who drank at this bus stop ALWAYS told me about how he hasn't called a cop in over 30 years, doesn't talk to cops, and apparently nearly died at the hands of the police in the 70s. Honestly belive him with now with what BLM exposed
Absolutely true he’s not glorifying himself he’s warning people and offering the only thing he can to the world and that’s his experiences
It's all true. He's not a liar.
Wow, this is a testimony of the insanity of addiction. I been there and as an ex heroin addict of 20 years and a wide range of drug experience, crack is still the most addicting drug I’ve ever done. When I started doing that with the dope I was trashed to the max after 3 months. Thank you for sharing Louis, your shares are powerful. God bless you brother.
I started crying when he admitted his drug problem to his grandma and that whole situation I can relate to.
God bless you.
Stay strong and be honest to those who love you bro trust me it’ll all come back to help you in the end
IM SORRY I DIED LAUGHING WHEN HE SAID HE MELTED THE WATERBED
Only a dumb bitch could laugh at a drug addicted pervert. I pray for children.
As an addict I laugh about a lot of stupid stuff I did/used to do. So I'll be a dumb bitch too and laugh at the ridiculous but also pray for him and hope one day he'll get the proper help/therapy he so desperately needs.
@@courtneylucas9762 Best wishes and hope you stay strong sister. Addiction is really tough. Probably the worst break up ever!
I laughed at so much shit he said..idc
Me too!!!!!!!!
He tried to disguise his best friends name with “R-Ron” ok we know it’s you Aaron 😭😭😂
Im dead 💀
lmfao 😜
And what will you do with the information genius?
😂😂😂😂🙈🙈🙈🙈
@@titusonyia7060 tell your mom about it 🙂🍆🍆🍆🍆🍆🍆
This dude explains addiction and alcoholism SO well. It's unreal.
I'm pretty sure I've seen just about every single interview uploaded from SWU and HANDS DOWN, ABSOLUTELY NO DOUBT ABOUT IT I can never fully get through interviews from Louis. This guy is RAW!!! 😬😬
We are here to listen to the stories of broken lives. Many of us can relate. Some can't. Either way don't judge. Just be grateful it isn't you telling the stories. I feel this man has a whole hell
of a lot a hurt going on and just can't stay sober enough to face it.
The most perfectly written comment I’ve read so far.
I was captivated, as usual. These stories, straight from the soul, are more moving than any motion picture could ever be.
This guy resonated with me so much. Stealing from your friends and fam when you're that high and desperate is one of the most painful things you can do to not just them but yourself as well, something about that action cuts you to your core so I could genuinely feel his pain in that moment as he was getting emotional... Thank you for all the blessed work you've been doing with these ppl and this channel it's very respectable and I know we all appreciate what you're doing a lot so thank you sir, you're a saint! 🙏🙏🙏
This is probably my favorite so far. I laughed and nearly cried with him. I don't know him personally but, I know this guy. Thanks man.
Thank you for your honesty Louis. You didn't have to share your story but you did and you're appreciated. Keep up the hard work and beat this thing man!
“I have a crack problem, I don’t have an alcohol problem” that threw me 😂 but jokes aside I hope Louis finds peace
^ right u fine ash
*drunk off the cisco* 😂
Rae 🤣🤣🤣🤣
He probably don't drink until he smoke crack
And jail
This is the longest Glad bag commercial I’ve ever heard/seen
*seen
I must not have seen that one...
@@heidiho5179 but have you heard it?
🤣🤣
Thank his for glad
This is his way of repentance and giving back. It’s the only thing he has to offer is his experiences.
Hoping this helps someone he is as genuine and real as it gets.
Wow I admire the authenticity of your story ....... Super inspirational 🥰
This is my favorite interviewee of all I've seen and I've seen them all. Louis is so interesting, truthful, very expressive and he has great facial expressions. Those hefty bags, hahahahahaha ! I can watch him all day. Great story teller . I could hang around with Louis. Thanks Mark and Louis.
"Truthful" That word is rarely in the junkies world.... Keep that up front while listening to ANY junkie.
When you don't know who is the sucker is at the table, it might be you!
He's a hell of a story teller. Great speaker. Hope he finds long lasting recovery
He is so brutally honest about his life and all the things he done while on drugs and before drugs. It’s sad that the babysitter took advantage of him at his young age. He didn’t know because he thought as a child it was normal behavior. I really hope that he can get clean one day.
I see pain.. nothing but pain. Who are we to judge. I appreciate his transparency.
I wish this man had some love and acceptance in his earliest days.. people try to make you grow thru their criticism, but all children need is positive reinforcement
Great to hear your story.. my Brother was an addict alcoholic but is now saved! I’ve never heard his story. It’s taken him 45 years to get clean. Crazy what drugs can do!
The friend that he talked about having Sickle cell. I can relate to him being so upset that he had a crisis. And that consist of nonstop pain. He truly hurt his friend more than he know.
You ss? Hugs..💖💖
@@kadzo6614 mashnuri is my cc 😘
Just amazing how venting without judgment can make someone feel better and I have hope that Louis realize he is not his enemy. He inspired me to open up more so thank you.
I want to thank soft white underbelly for all these incredible interviews from Appalachia to Skid Row they are so engaging and so educational it is storytelling that is passed down through the generations all the life experiences of people. I was raised with the father who told stories and it’s just such a heartwarming way to learn about peoples lives first hand.
Thanks John.
@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly You are so welcome. Your format and style of interviewing is equal to none. Thank you...
@@SoftWhiteUnderbelly Mark can we get a few interviews from family members? I'm curious how family is dealing with their family member addictions.
Yes they are! I'm watching all of them.
Idk if you're ever going to see this, but i am SO impressed with your raw honesty and vulnerability, and, you inspire me. Thank you.
I kind of had to laugh every time he was out on the street with his glad bags
From Glad- to Hefty!
Hey everybody first step: stop blaming everything/everybody else it starts with you ...
💯👏👏👏
Wish it was that simple
Bobby Fischer it’s not easy but it’s still the mindset to have
When he said he popped the waterbed with the pipe I had to laugh....His interviews have a lot to unpack on so many levels. Brave to speak on what he has disclosed.
He is a sick man period! Before drugs and after!
He was molested ffs, that changes the wiring in people if not healed with therapy.. he was not born evil, he might be a “bad man” but you have to applaud his honesty.. many men don’t talk about this stuff bc they are so scared of being judged. Let’s agree to disagree. Healing vibes to you Mia and AandA ❤️ xx
Are you serious? Do you understand the trajectory that was set for his life the moment he was molested? Obviously you have no idea what happens when your innocence is stripped your imagination is stripped and your constantly searching for something. That’s where his dependence on everything started he has been chasing a feeling he felt when he was young for the rest of his life. Educate yourself please
Dumb bitch
Mia is dating her own uncle and trolls people's videos to feel normal.
Bear Taylor it’s called accountability! He is very aware of his issues. He stated that through out the interview. This is his 3rd interview and nothing has change with him. That’s a problem. He is a grown man not a young man but a grown man!! Who can take the necessary steps to completely change his live but hasn’t.
These videos are like a support group for me. I have been clean for 8 months and my brain has been telling me to fuck up again. Finding this channel, and watching these people has reminded me to stay clean and sober!!
Keep at it man. God gives his toughest battles to his strongest soldiers
@@christianturner7542 Thank you.
He's a good story teller, hopefully he figures it out.
I like this style of titling the videos. The addict labels are fine but get redundant, I think taking an element from the interview and working it into the title is a great idea.
Love this concept for future videos
Wow!! He can tell his story with such flow and rarely got off track!! I was super focused on him the entire time. I really appreciated his humility and candor. Regardless of what you’ve done my man, you have what it takes to make a good life for yourself. You seem likable, you have skills, have made money before, have had relationships, it’s time to put that beast down and come to the other side! The world needs you!!!
Crack seems like it's never leaving! An ex of mine years ago had a man sell him his brand new motorcycle for a piece of crack. He signed the paperwork over to him and everything, the bike still works good. Smh crazy!
You Shouldnt be dating a crack dealer lol...
@@rae7864 umm she said EX and ppl can date who they want.
@@rae7864 who tf are u to judge and tell ppl who they shouldnt be dating tho? Lol funny af...
He looks like a cartoon character when he makes gestures with his body
😂😂😂😂
Every time I watch this dude I laugh not at his messed up life because that is not funny at all but I laugh because how he says stuff and his expressions lol 😂
How many vids he got on here
@j c - ME TOO... He is very animated
SAME!
This dude crazy as hell
Lol
This happens when you are your own enemy
I was thinking the same damn thing lolz
😂 😅😅
If you close your eyes, his voice and cadence of speech sound a lot like Norman. But their words could not be more different.
norman who?
Scroll back. Norman is a bit of a regular on here. He’s had three videos in the past month. I’ve been loving his updates. He has the best attitude. I hope we continue to see him better his life. ❤️
Accurate
YOU KNOW WHAT?!? I instantly got them confused. I had to double check and thoroughly read the caption
True!! But yep, Normans content and communication was clearer and concise and more depth
I just recently became truly homeless, I've watched softwhite underbelly for over a year enamored by these stories bcs I could relate to alot of them and even now being where I am I still can. It really humbles you seeing these even as someone else who is homeless everyone's story needs to be heard.
Keep your head up and smoke one + relax !
There it is, his childhood. It's always the start. No love, abuse it always starts with that.
@Latrice R great for them then!
@Latrice R Are they actually remembering their childhood or just telling what they haven't blocked out?
i said “oh lord” when i saw the thumbnail 😩😂😂. i appreciate louis’s honesty... i can’t watch his interviews all the way through though. ooof... wishing him the best.
How could you not click on this video with a description like this
It is heartbreaking how parents treat their children. It affects you your whole life. It’s so important to learn how to reparent yourself. Learn how to love your inner child. There are books to teach you how to do this. God bless this man. Tough childhood tough adulthood.
I beyond impressed by this man here. He’s a true human and he has a lot to offer the world. God bless you sir.
@The Ministry of Truth KMK ♥️
The honesty this man displays is incredible. He’s learned from his mistakes
This man has been put out on the street more times than I’ve had hot dinners
as he should
@@kellyyang2825 clueless
He's the kind of person who would steal your dope....And help you look for it. 🤪
I told my parents when I was 20 that my aunt molested me at around the age of 6-7. She was around 11-12. My dad said that we were kids and it’s in the past. I didn’t want anything bad to happen to her. I was talking to my boyfriend about it prior to and thought that what happened to me effected me greatly and I was just realizing it. He told me to talk to my parents about it. My mother walked out after I said it. I kinda sorta wish I never told them.
You did the right thing. They now need to let that sink in and check the fuck outta your aunt. Not cool and very much so unacceptable. You did the right thing and don't feel otherwise.
That’s not right on any level.. I’m so sorry you had to go through this x
It does get easier to deal with the residual effects of that kind of trauma. It really does because now you’ve acknowledged it. Healing is closer than most people believe, you can do it.
Honey getting it off your chest is one of the first and best healing things you can do for your soul when you've been abused I'm a 13-year incest Survivor telling was the best thing you could ever do for yourself what their reaction is is their reaction but what telling someone out loud does for you is amazing in the long run
Khadejah Colbert oh wow I’m sorry that happened to you and that your parents can’t handle your truth. You did right and your taking the steps to repair that 6yr old you and better the person you are now. Healing vibes your way 💓
I can relate to much of what Louis is saying. I was a lot like him as a kid, and, I went through some of the same things. I fought the monster of alcoholism and addiction for many years, (twenty-something). I tried over and over to "cure" myself. I did not get better until I realized that I NEEDED HELP to recover. I will always be an alcoholic and addict. I just not longer participate in drinking or drugging. My heart feels for Louis.
He's owning up to what he's done and realizing he has a disease. That's the weird thing to come to terms with as far as addiction goes...you have to be responsible for your actions, but at the same time you didn't choose to have the disease. When it's treated as a "bad behavior" problem, there's guilt and shame, and more motivation to nullify those feelings with drugs. It's a vicious cycle. Of course, I don't blame anyone in his life for not wanting to put up with that shit, and neither does he! I can see this starting from him being told he wasn't good enough as a kid and believing that. And the way he's tried to fill that void kept that cycle going, where he's had periods of doing better, and then that voice came back that he's not enough, or he's going to f things up, and it's like a self-fulfilling prophecy.
We really need to rethink things in terms of treating addiction. It's not a "behavior" problem or a "bad person" or "personal weakness" problem. We treat mental illness with all sorts of drugs, but when people self-medicate with illegal drugs for whatever reason, they become social pariahs. When mainstream society is at the same time telling them they need drugs to regulate. Sounds confusing, right?
I think that building community around healing is one of the better strategies. I worked for an organization that employed Peer Support Specialists-basically people who came up out of the same ish and could relate.
I feel he's on the right track and I loved the part where he said he felt so much lighter! That's what is so great about these interviews, they are a space for people to be seen and heard! I wish him the best-peace and understanding!
I believe every word that Luis said... growing up in the 90’s during the crack era.
U cant believe a crack head! What's wrong with you?
I enjoy all of his storytelling...it's filled with humor, sadness, the struggle of life.
it is good that the man can find humor in his story.
What a fantastic story teller - I was GRIPPED from beginning to end. Thanks Louis!
😀this one of the best interviews !!! This man deserves an Oscar!!
When the pain of staying the same outweighs the fear of change then I did something about it. I an an alcoholic and crack addict for 20 years and pain brought me to make a decision to stop. Then comes willingness to take the action. 12 step program and getting real friends in AA saved me life. It could work for anyone but willingness is the key to take suggestions and change. I wish him the best. Been sober 5 years Oct 24th. 🙏
Congrats on your sobriety!! I'm immensely proud of your strength and commitment to yourself 💜. I know you'll make it to 10 and beyond 💜
Thank you
I Love His Honesty And Transparency You’ll Be Surprised How Things Eat Away At People And I Applaud Mark For Giving These People A Platform To Release What’s Bottled Up
He’s being brutally honest about his darkest moments, most people cannot do this . I’m not saying I admire him but I admire that particular trait . His transparency
It's unfortunate that he never dealt with the psychological side of that molestation. He felt the physical pleasure but failed to process the malignance and manipulation and domination behind it. He was probably wronged in ways before that made him numb to the emotional/moral side of things, and so he failed to start a war in his mind to win over evil.. in a way that's alienated him.
Thus, his innocence was taken, because it was never guarded to begin with.
And that's where addiction likely set in.
That's how addiction gets ya.
It hurts your innocence. Your spirit, and your soul.
So his soul has literally left him. You can tell by how literally manic he tells these stories. It just feels like he's disconnected from his emotion
I hope he finds himself again, unless he doesn't want to. Good luck to him either way.
I appreciate you dude. Your honesty and openness is a brilliant quality.. peace to you
I like this guy. He has the ability to be perfectly honest about the dirtiest things. A rare quality in a world of liars.
This is by far my favourite 🙂 what a story teller
Oh no hes back... 😬😟
Louis is a creepo flatout
Phillip Kindinis for real
Phillip Kindinis he was molested at a young age as wrong as the things he did where I think people should encourage him to get the help he needs
@Gr8ful 1 He liked it but as a young boy he didn't know how to process the stimuli that was illegally given.
Lol
Mark, these people open up to you in the most raw way. This channel is a beautiful collection of real life. I believe as fellow humans (since we are essentially one) the best approach is to listen and support. If we are not in a state of mind where we can, move on. Please.
Another fascinating human being...thank u for sharing louis ...and mark thank u for caring....💓
Louis makes me feel like I'm watching Taxicab Confessions. He probably remembers that show. 😏
Or @ NA meeting
Loved that show!
Damn, life is crazy. Things can derail, and mess up your whole life. God bless.
Woah 1 million subs congratulations Mark you sure deserve it!
Dude was a storyteller in a past life.. traveled all over telling stories and entertaining people till he was very well known for it and ended up being the Kings favorite ..he made quite a nice life for himself...
Louis has the craziest stories, you can feel his pain as he speaks.
Louis - the moment you stop fighting and start kneeling/submitting/giving everything you carry to Yahweh, breakthrough will occur. Coming from a 12yr addict. Love you Brother!
Louis give it up, You still need help
Louis…tells it like it is … can’t stop listening to his stories. As hard the content is at times he is so entertaining in the way he tells his life story.
If "a hamster running on a wheel" was a person 🥴
Prolly my fav interview
I’m sorry but man he creeps me out so bad
I agree. I guess he did another interview where he said that he got a 14 year old pregnant, twice. Your hunch was correct
Makes me wonder what else he has done to young girls / women just to get his jollies off!
I love it
@tk id like to see this guy back on channel again
This nigga is weird ash loll
😂😂🤞🏾he’s a character. God bless Louis. He’s a very funny person but this is his truth
He actually got an apology from his abuser (Dad) without even asking 🙏🏾He’s blessed to get a chance to experience that.
I really do hope he continues to do better.. he’s one of the people I’ve been rooting for since I first saw him.
Continues to do better? I don't think he's ever started
I'm exhausted
Drugs and alcohol can take you down a road you never thought you would ever be on..
Can’t sleep might as well watch the shit drugs made me do lol😭😩
Yea i HATE when ppl copout of doin grimy shit on DRUGS worst copout in history
@Latrice R i am an addict i understand about addiction what IM saying is its an excuse to be a dirtbag i did not engage in slimy creepy activities because of my said addiction also i come to this video because its like a carwreck u gotta watch and i ENJOY watching different kinds of human sociology thats why. Thats the purpose OF these videos Lynn. Shut yo goofy ass up
@@bobbyjohnson7563 💖
Same 5:15 am 4/14/21
By far, the most interesting man on this channel. Love him.
I listen to these documentaries to remind me how strong I am, & to appreciate my life. I didn’t have the perfect life but it shows people are always going through worse. I hate he had to go through these things and it all started from being molested. I hate that! It’s so fucked up how something so traumatic & traumatizing can happen as a child can affect your whole life.
I've binged his videos.... their ain't no one on here as brutally honest as him... he's been so honest to the point he could be prisoned the remainder of his life.