I relapsed after 19 days sober and had an absolutely sickening hangover yesterday made worse having lost money at a casino when drunk. Threw remaining booze down the sink, had 24 hours of hangover hell including panic attacks on Monday. Have had a much better day today. Anyone thinking of having a drink please nust don’t do if as its not worth it. 👍🏻
@@box1007Thank you for your support too. I was four months sober and I just relapsed Monday. Now I’m going through it and I haven’t even gotten the courage to pour it all out. I will do it now.
We also thank you for turning your trials and tribulations into helpful and great content. Today marks my 40th day of sobriety. Thank you very much. Like everyone’s start to sobriety, your start to Bat Country is the start to something truly great. Thank you, Jacob from Boston MA, USA.
Your style of alcoholism is so similar to mine, especially the vast sickening quantity of cheap vodka and suicidal binges. My story is long and shameful, but I just wanted to thank you, I'm glad I found your channel. I've been sober for 3 years now and feeling gratitude and pride, instead of the decades of feeling only nihilism, fear and deep shame
Congrats, my dude! You have said that if you’re watching this, then you already have a problem. Allow me to offer an exception: I’m a new psychologist and your channel gives me a very detailed case study of alcohol use disorder. Also, your smooth voice, and storytelling, and videography is entertaining and intellectually compelling!
I am here to understand more of my mum's alcoholism and the fact that I need to watch my behavior with alcohol and drugs. Sad but extremely educational content.
Don't worry. There is not a single youtube content creator who doesn't get their share of mean comments from keyboard warriors. Keep up the good work 👍
love you too man 🖤, thank you for the kind/awesome words. When I said you earned it I really meant it. This was a fantastic QandA brotha 💯 before you know it you will be doing one for 10K ;). Be easy my friend and again thank you!
You are a Highly Intelligent young man. You are giving back to society and making this planet a more beautiful place. Do not worry about the future. The future will take care of itself. I too suffer from TBI’s, as in several. I’m older than you so if I can avoid getting it, so will you.💞
You have such a great voice. Quite frankly, if you were reading out the phone directory, I would STILL listen to you. So calming, erudite and soothing.
Congratulations and thank you. I haven't fully acknowledged my alcoholism and the resulting 48 hour binges, but they obviously pale in comparison to your experiences (sort of). The truths you speak have helped. Thank you.
Congratulations Senior Bat! I've been lurking around for a long time, enjoying your output. You da man! Much love xx You are definitely doing much better than I but I want you to know you got me through 150+ days this year, I'm on and off the wagon but no major bruises, working my way back. Success is measured by progress and all that. anyway, thanks for being there brother x
Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. I really enjoy listening to your stories and experiences. And I love the sarcasm and your giggle, lol. I have almost a month no alcohol after a few relapses this summer. I finally joined AA and will work the steps now…I need the relapses to end. Congrats on 5000 subscribers! So glad I found your channel.
For everyone out there, there are some songs that summarize addiction so well. For me, it is The Bodeans: Far Far Away from my Heart. Well the feelin’s comin’ on again It's kickin', it's screamin', deep inside me I'm so tired of fightin' with myself If you're not here, I'm nothin', and alone So I pour another drink and take a hit And I wonder where the smoke goes And I'm feeling more and more like less and less As I curse the telephone along these lines Good words are all we have and too much time And I'm far, far away from my heart Far, far away from my heart And just the voice that floats from nowhere near And a memory that’s startin’ to unravel We've been through this so many nights before That you'd think that it’d be easier by now So I let the chemical reaction cloud over the pain, that keeps on hurting As I slowly, but too slowly, drift away To a place I where know I don't have to think God I hate myself for lovin’ smoke and drink And I'm far, far away from my heart Far, far away from my heart Now I'm staring blankly at the TV Holdin’ this guitar for some comfort But it's so hard to write a simple song And try and turn these feelin’s into melody So I put it down, get on my knees, close my eyes real tight, now I'm praying To anyone, maybe can hear me Tell me everything will be ok I don't think I can make another day Far, far away from my heart
I just LOVE the background music you use. I would be REALLY grateful if you could give me a few band names so I can start buying some music with this kind of music. It reminds me of the type of music in the scene from The Shining where Jack goes to the bar, and a party is going on. VERY evocative music.
5K well done. I was attracted to the channel partly because of the look and the style, and that you use an esoteric vintage camera lens. But mostly the content. Thank you.
Congratulations on 5.25 K Viewers. I knew that your hard work would pay off. Your message is brilliant. I always share your videos out, in an attempt to get your message to everyone still suffering. You’re a deep thinker and it creates great positivity in our world. Your experience with alcohol and your ability to share is helping all of us whom have been there. I used to live in Berlin, Germany, so I can relate to your thoughts about other countries. I’ve traveled a lot too. I wish everyone could take a walk in other countries. I really think that it would help people to realize that they’re never alone. Your book is Brilliant. I’m still reading it. You’re just an amazing human being and I thank you for all of your hard work. Well done.
Congrats dude you deserve it. Thank you for sharing your experiences and telling your story. My 'problem' isn't alcohol, but a lot of it applies nonetheless. Hope you get another 5K and more subs soon my friend.
One of the most true things I heard in AA was that in order to attract the attention of a hopeless alcoholic you must carry a message that has depth and weight. Congratulations on 5k+ subscribers and growing; your continued achievement is a testament to the depth and weight of your message.
You should be genuinely proud of what you are building and the quality of the content. The magic is that this seems to helping you as much as it’s helping the rest of us. Oh and Thanks for answering my question. I agree there is a dopamine dimension to the altruism. Or perhaps we rebaseline when the booze goes away and the simple pleasures of connection are enough. They are the new high. Congrats on 5000. I speak for everyone who tunes in regularly - this is a quality conversation you started with us all. This is the marrow of the debate and you don’t shy away. Thank you. 🙏
i would definitely say youre an influencer. dont be too modest. its not about reaching the most people. its about making the most impact on each and every one of them.
Just a note - Antabuse (Disulfiram) makes you violently ill if you drink; Naltrexone reduces cravings before drinking and dampens or eliminates any feelings of euphoria after drinking.
Thanks for sharing, and being honest enough to say I dont know. My pet peeve with any influencer/podcaster type person is how they never admit they dont know something.
Loved the lil' mic movement at the beginning and the fact you kept eye contact with the cam the whole time. That's commitment! Bravo Comrade! I'm so glad to be a part of the journey that you're putting out there.....
You're my fave sobriety youtuber , altho I look at alot of ' recovery ' channels ( drugs , alcohol , eating disorders! ) as I've experienced them all ! I do a little ' aa ' zoom meets but don't really buy into most of it ! Look forward to your book comin ! We need to offer something to people struggling with alcohol who are younger other than ' aa ' , I think you are doin that ! X 😄
Another exquisite listen, Bat. Quick question, How likely is it the authorities will forever have me down as an alcoholic, the A&E having treated me sober? Sober 3 months now and feeling better. PS, I tipped the Southern Discomfort down the loo instead of doing the topping and tapering idea.
Thank you mate. But I don't really know. I'm pretty sure the police will always consider me an alcoholic because I got arrested a couple of times while drunk. But healthcare? I really don't know. What do you think?
Congratulations, very glad for you… you have worked very hard, and have made a tremendous difference in my own life and I have no doubt there will be many more to follow. Thank you very sincerely for doing this. I am beyond grateful. Xo.
The issue with measuring society by its willingness to protect its most vulnerable, is the fact that it depends on the definition of "vulnerable." Poor people can be defined as "lazy," rather than vulnerable. Alcoholics, or AUD people, can be defined as deviants, and not vulnerable. Victims of sexual abuse can be defined as "salacious." There is always a convenient way out for society to deem certain subjects as not worthy of sympathy. And the worst thing is, these subjects internalize those attitudes, so maybe I am not worth helping, maybe I don't deserve sympathy, because I did this to myself, I chose this path, and maybe I deserve everything that is happening to me? It is a massive leap to go from one attitude to another, but I am hopeful that more and more people are choosing the sympathetic approach.
Hey brotha! Congrats on 5k subscribers. That's HUGE!!!! I didn't see where I could have asked a question otherwise I would have. I can't stress enough how helpful your channel and your message is in helping me stay sober. Keep up the good work brotha! This video is long so I'm having to watch it in chunks before I go to work but it's great. Thanks again! ODAAT!
PS congrats bro, you deserve it! 🎉 This is your passion and dedication to your craft paying off. Getting the audiobook tomorrow. Was pleased to find you narrated it yourself! Much excitement. May have to get a physical copy as well just so I can be in the Cool Kids Club
There is a definite connection between alcoholics with substantial time in recovery and alcoholics who remain humble and non-attention seeking men and women in recovery. The AA big book talks about those who run the show and play God and how in the end, doesn’t work. It’s almost like to get 20,30,40 years of sobriety requires us to lie low, out of the spotlight, flowing with life as a passenger rather than as a Captain of this ship called life. Just a thought, you seem to be unaffected by any problems or pains attached to creating/managing this channel which is great! I know that if I were to start a channel, sooner or later I think it may lead me back to drinking/using. Have a great and blessed day! 👍💯😃🔥
Interesting. That's one of the contradictions of the system: the people in the rooms who seem to be sober the longest are the quiet ones, but the Book itself, and the steps, encourage people to go and out preach the good word to others. So which is it? To succeed in sobriety, do we have to preach the gospel, or break the rules by being humble?
Congrats on hitting 5K! 😊 I'm pretty sure your channel will blow up even further, as your videos are so unique in style. Thank you for all your work and your honesty. Never underestimate the positive impact your videos have on your audience. I'm so glad I stumbled upon your channel, as it has helped me in many different ways since. Better understanding family members that are struggling with alcohol, making sense of my own past and my addictive behaviors, calming down my anxiety and so on.
@@_BatCountry Usually I'm very quiet here on youtube and leaving comments feels strange, but I know it helps the channel and it's a very simple way to give back. Just saw you're on Hard Knox Talks tomorrow! That's so cool. I started watching their podcast videos a few weeks ago.
Congrats! Tell us some more crazy stories pls. Give us some new material. I’m doing really, really good with staying away from liquor 🥃 I am not using illegal drugs either thank God! I’m just focused on getting my trucking career goin, I gave up playing drums in rock bands and church. I don’t go on FB or IG. I kinda just said FTW and did my own thing in sobriety. I too like to be alone and kinda fly beneath the radar. 🇺🇸
This extreme example is a wayward way that personally, is not entirely relatable. I Have much too many deadlines and more than just a job to honor. I very nearly destroyed my career. I was constantly getting in fights as a soldier, and later a police officer (off duty) I got away with it because I was very good at what was asked of me. This problem manifested from what is a character flaw. There's no blame but internally. It wasn't because of a drink.
i am in the business of not relapsing with alcohol. i pay attention, notice the content, agenda & tone of voice(s) in my head. memories from the past can serve as lessons, but often my mind uses bad memories for no other purpose (it seems) than to torment me, and this is like betting against myself in the business of not relapsing.
I loved this kind of video! It was great to see a slightly different side. You are pretty “you” from what it seems but it was cool having some viewers interactions!
ive been sober for 5 yrs almost and im still haunted with shame alcohol will take you for a wild ride the horror of the things you say and did stick with you the actor Dick van dyke in an interview once said '' most of us have fairly high values and we get into characterological conflict our behavior is in conflict with our values and its a guilt producing thing
I know what you mean about Big NoNo relapsing and saying the same things over and over and seeming ingenuine. I even unsubscribed a couple times to his channel over the years. But its his journey and its commendable that he documented it the way he has, with pure honesty. He's about 1 year sober now btw
I want nothing but the best for the guy, and to be honest I already wish I hadn't said that about him. I should no better than to comment on other people's sobriety.
Yes stu..my sister was a meth addict and now shes a drunk so yes definitely traded addictions..i mean shes drunk about 10 hours out of the day every day..
You have helped me understand the depths of my own alcoholism as well as the courage to finally put the vodka down. I watched all of your videos and finally grew the proper sized balls to end my 3 year binge. I had no idea what Delerium Tremens were before coming across your channel. I was under the impression "DT's" were just shakes, sweats, chills and anxiety. I took my cold turkey alcohol quitting seriously due to the extremely in depth accounts you have shared and I was properly prepared. Now 9 days sober, I must give you much credit sir. I was prepared and willing and ready to face the demons. Some how by the grace of God, I experienced absolutely no withdraw effects. I am not exaggerating. There have been times where I didn't have a drink for 6 hours and I would start to feel all the moderate withdrawal symptoms in the past. However, I felt absolutely nothing bad when I quit 9 days ago. I literally thought I was in delerium Tremens or hallucinating, because I didn't think that it was possible to not feel any withdrawal symptoms. I looked online and apparently a small % of seasoned alcoholics do not go through withdrawal. I feel like I didn't deserve for it to be that easy, however, thanks to your horror stories, and informative content, I will never touch alcohol again because, like how you got lucky or through divine will, you are still alive after going through delerium tremens so many times and are still alive to tell about it. I do not believe I will ever get off this easy in the future again if I pick the bottle back up then decide to quit again. I will count this blessing. The next time, I may not be so lucky and have to endure the nightmare you and many others have had to go through. Thank you sir.
Just ordered your book 🎉! I just start sobbing sometimes about how much is lost forever from addiction, but you and others in the sober community remind to make the best out of the experiences and to keep supporting others. Much respect 🙏❤️🔥
I actually don't know what the song is, it just felt right. I've tried to track it down but I can't. If you figure it out yourself, do let me know, because I get asked about it regularly :)
It's easy to relapse because you're brain makes up silly excuses ie you cannot handle certain situations then you drink . The vast majority I can relate to and definitely helped me out
There's a woodworking guy here on UA-cam who is just now at this moment getting sober for the first time; I think Wooden ThingsAndStuff is like a month in. You mentioned that you'd love to appear on other podcasts but I think there's also an opportunity for you to talk sobriety with non-sobriety UA-camrs who are new to it! Newly sober drunks say the most honest shit lol-- you should absolutely check out his recent content. My dream podcast for you is Theo Von!
Oh that would be perfect, would a great recommndation, especially because I watch a lot of woodworking and restoration videos myself. I might reach out, if I summon up to courage. And yeah, Theo Von's a legend.
Congrats man! It’s been a rough few weeks for me. Had 5 months, then drank. You can guess what happened next. Just getting to the 72 hour mark, feels like that took a month. Extremely fast heart rate still and auditory hallucinations from the other room, but I seem to be ok. God I’m an idiot. Needless to say I’ll be watching a lot of your channel in the next few days while I patch things up.
Thank you so much for using my question on this video. I'd actually forgotten I'd posted a question and this morning, while I was psyching myself up for my first pre detox meeting, I heard my name mentioned. It meant a lot and made me feel a lot more hopeful in a strange way.
I don't think its possible to prevent children from getting into drinking or drugs. I was acutely aware of all the consequences and the weird thing is that i didn't really even drown them out, i wanted to be broken, i wanted to live out that tragedy. There was temptation in darkness and i was bored, bored extremely bored with my loving family, christian school and honestly one of the healthiest home enviorments ive ever encountered. Its so weird how a teen's brain wiggle into autedestruction even from a seemingly perfect life. You can't prevent that rebelion from bubbling under the surface. You can only do your best and hope that you're lucky, because each method will work for one kid and make another kid curious to try the forbidden fruit.
Damn. The bare minimum treatment. It's almost pointless to say this, because you know it better than anyone else, but I don't think you can afford to let it happen again.
Just finished the audio version of your book. One of the very few times a book read by the author was a tremendous asset. The book is gripping, human and terrifying and fills in many gaps from the Bat Country content. Hard to imagine anyone successfully making such demanding trip even without the alcoholism or head injuries.
I love watching your channel. Your authenticity draws me in and reinforces my decision to go sober. Thank you so much. Downloaded your book on audible and look forward to listening.
Man,I just have so much to say when watching your videos. Consider that a compliment. I think the USSR's economy was more or less founded on alcoholism tbh. Without even talking about GoMmUnIsM.
I relapsed after 19 days sober and had an absolutely sickening hangover yesterday made worse having lost money at a casino when drunk. Threw remaining booze down the sink, had 24 hours of hangover hell including panic attacks on Monday. Have had a much better day today. Anyone thinking of having a drink please nust don’t do if as its not worth it. 👍🏻
you didnt have a hangover you were going through withdrawl
congrats on throwing out that bottle. I've only done it a handful of times. you're on the right path. stay strong brother
Thanks for your support. 👍🏻
@@box1007Thank you for your support too. I was four months sober and I just relapsed Monday. Now I’m going through it and I haven’t even gotten the courage to pour it all out. I will do it now.
She get rid of it as soon as possible and get through the next 24 hours and you will start to feel better. Good luck. 👍🏻
We also thank you for turning your trials and tribulations into helpful and great content. Today marks my 40th day of sobriety. Thank you very much. Like everyone’s start to sobriety, your start to Bat Country is the start to something truly great. Thank you, Jacob from Boston MA, USA.
Your style of alcoholism is so similar to mine, especially the vast sickening quantity of cheap vodka and suicidal binges. My story is long and shameful, but I just wanted to thank you, I'm glad I found your channel. I've been sober for 3 years now and feeling gratitude and pride, instead of the decades of feeling only nihilism, fear and deep shame
Congrats, my dude! You have said that if you’re watching this, then you already have a problem. Allow me to offer an exception: I’m a new psychologist and your channel gives me a very detailed case study of alcohol use disorder. Also, your smooth voice, and storytelling, and videography is entertaining and intellectually compelling!
I am here to understand more of my mum's alcoholism and the fact that I need to watch my behavior with alcohol and drugs. Sad but extremely educational content.
Don't worry. There is not a single youtube content creator who doesn't get their share of mean comments from keyboard warriors. Keep up the good work 👍
Thank you, that is some consolation :)
Can't wait for the documentary. Channel is 🔥. Really bolsters my sobriety knowing where things could have gone. Congrats on 5k!
sounds like its about time to do a live
love you too man 🖤, thank you for the kind/awesome words. When I said you earned it I really meant it.
This was a fantastic QandA brotha 💯 before you know it you will be doing one for 10K ;). Be easy my friend and again thank you!
Also would be happy to do a podcast/video one day! 💪
@@Slayer-7373💯💞
You are a Highly Intelligent young man. You are giving back to society and making this planet a more beautiful place. Do not worry about the future. The future will take care of itself. I too suffer from TBI’s, as in several. I’m older than you so if I can avoid getting it, so will you.💞
81 days sober ❤
You got this mate. Stay vigilant.
You have such a great voice. Quite frankly, if you were reading out the phone directory, I would STILL listen to you. So calming, erudite and soothing.
Congratulations and thank you. I haven't fully acknowledged my alcoholism and the resulting 48 hour binges, but they obviously pale in comparison to your experiences (sort of). The truths you speak have helped. Thank you.
Congratulations! I’ve enjoyed the channel since I found it and there were nights of temptation where listening to your videos helped me avoid alcohol.
Thank you, and that makes me incredibly proud. You should be too.
Congratulations Senior Bat! I've been lurking around for a long time, enjoying your output. You da man! Much love xx
You are definitely doing much better than I but I want you to know you got me through 150+ days this year, I'm on and off the wagon but no major bruises, working my way back. Success is measured by progress and all that.
anyway, thanks for being there brother x
Hey Flippant! Thanks so much for the comments, and I respect your attitude to all this stuff. Onwards and upwards mate.
Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability. I really enjoy listening to your stories and experiences. And I love the sarcasm and your giggle, lol. I have almost a month no alcohol after a few relapses this summer. I finally joined AA and will work the steps now…I need the relapses to end. Congrats on 5000 subscribers! So glad I found your channel.
Thank you allison, congrats on your sobriety and good luck withe the steps!
For everyone out there, there are some songs that summarize addiction so well. For me, it is The Bodeans: Far Far Away from my Heart.
Well the feelin’s comin’ on again
It's kickin', it's screamin', deep inside me
I'm so tired of fightin' with myself
If you're not here, I'm nothin', and alone
So I pour another drink and take a hit
And I wonder where the smoke goes
And I'm feeling more and more like less and less
As I curse the telephone along these lines
Good words are all we have and too much time
And I'm far, far away from my heart
Far, far away from my heart
And just the voice that floats from nowhere near
And a memory that’s startin’ to unravel
We've been through this so many nights before
That you'd think that it’d be easier by now
So I let the chemical reaction cloud over the pain, that keeps on hurting
As I slowly, but too slowly, drift away
To a place I where know I don't have to think
God I hate myself for lovin’ smoke and drink
And I'm far, far away from my heart
Far, far away from my heart
Now I'm staring blankly at the TV
Holdin’ this guitar for some comfort
But it's so hard to write a simple song
And try and turn these feelin’s into melody
So I put it down, get on my knees, close my eyes real tight, now I'm praying
To anyone, maybe can hear me
Tell me everything will be ok
I don't think I can make another day
Far, far away from my heart
I just LOVE the background music you use. I would be REALLY grateful if you could give me a few band names so I can start buying some music with this kind of music. It reminds me of the type of music in the scene from The Shining where Jack goes to the bar, and a party is going on. VERY evocative music.
I concur! Please share a few!
Lloyd the barman..
@@words4dyslexicon That was it! I'd forgotten the barman's name....Lloyd.
5K well done. I was attracted to the channel partly because of the look and the style, and that you use an esoteric vintage camera lens. But mostly the content. Thank you.
You just got 5001.
Congratulations on 5.25 K Viewers. I knew that your hard work would pay off. Your message is brilliant. I always share your videos out, in an attempt to get your message to everyone still suffering. You’re a deep thinker and it creates great positivity in our world. Your experience with alcohol and your ability to share is helping all of us whom have been there.
I used to live in Berlin, Germany, so I can relate to your thoughts about other countries. I’ve traveled a lot too. I wish everyone could take a walk in other countries. I really think that it would help people to realize that they’re never alone. Your book is Brilliant. I’m still reading it. You’re just an amazing human being and I thank you for all of your hard work. Well done.
Thank you so much, and I'm delighted you're enjoying the book!
Congrats dude you deserve it. Thank you for sharing your experiences and telling your story. My 'problem' isn't alcohol, but a lot of it applies nonetheless. Hope you get another 5K and more subs soon my friend.
One of the most true things I heard in AA was that in order to attract the attention of a hopeless alcoholic you must carry a message that has depth and weight. Congratulations on 5k+ subscribers and growing; your continued achievement is a testament to the depth and weight of your message.
Oof, that really hit home. Thank you Seb.
You should be genuinely proud of what you are building and the quality of the content. The magic is that this seems to helping you as much as it’s helping the rest of us.
Oh and Thanks for answering my question. I agree there is a dopamine dimension to the altruism. Or perhaps we rebaseline when the booze goes away and the simple pleasures of connection are enough. They are the new high. Congrats on 5000. I speak for everyone who tunes in regularly - this is a quality conversation you started with us all. This is the marrow of the debate and you don’t shy away. Thank you. 🙏
Thanks Giles. Onwards an upwards always.
congrats your videos help me 12 weeks done pinkcloud being squashed thanks for making time to upload
Congrats, 12 weeks is a huge milestone!
You are so excellent making your points in a serious way.
Thank you for watching, and for the comment!
Thank YOU for keeping me sober brother!! (day 115)
i would definitely say youre an influencer. dont be too modest. its not about reaching the most people. its about making the most impact on each and every one of them.
Oh that's very well put, thank you for that.
Just a note - Antabuse (Disulfiram) makes you violently ill if you drink; Naltrexone reduces cravings before drinking and dampens or eliminates any feelings of euphoria after drinking.
Ah thank you for that calrification!
Congratulations on the 5k subs brother! You've created an amazing channel..Awesome job!!
Thanks for being here mate.
Won't be long before you reach 50K. This is a genuinely fascinating channel. Onwards and upwards Stu!
Thanks for sharing, and being honest enough to say I dont know. My pet peeve with any influencer/podcaster type person is how they never admit they dont know something.
I am very much at peace with being a big dumb idiot :)
Thanks for watching!
Subs are well deserved. Your amazing.x😊
You're too kind, thank you very much :)
Loved the lil' mic movement at the beginning and the fact you kept eye contact with the cam the whole time. That's commitment! Bravo Comrade! I'm so glad to be a part of the journey that you're putting out there.....
Thank you mate. I never know how to start videos.
@@_BatCountry
i appreciate the jokes, they are a good start!
Congrats on 5,000 subs bro! You deserve more!
Look forward to the new video.
This made my day. Snuggled up in bed with Bat Country 😮
Many congratulations on the 5000 milestone 🎉
How long you been sober? I love your mindset too. Don't sell out.
It depends how you count, but it's a couple of years.
Bravo Stuart and thank you for your content.
Thank you!
Give this man a thumbs up. 👍 Congratulations, and thank you for your work. 🫡😊🙏✌️
I seen you post earlier today and I purposely waited to watch this as my bedtime story lol🎉
Awww a little Bat Country lullaby :D
You're my fave sobriety youtuber , altho I look at alot of ' recovery ' channels ( drugs , alcohol , eating disorders! ) as I've experienced them all ! I do a little ' aa ' zoom meets but don't really buy into most of it ! Look forward to your book comin ! We need to offer something to people struggling with alcohol who are younger other than ' aa ' , I think you are doin that ! X 😄
Well I hope so. Thank you for your continued support, and I hope you enjoy the book!
Another exquisite listen, Bat. Quick question, How likely is it the authorities will forever have me down as an alcoholic, the A&E having treated me sober? Sober 3 months now and feeling better. PS, I tipped the Southern Discomfort down the loo instead of doing the topping and tapering idea.
Thank you mate. But I don't really know. I'm pretty sure the police will always consider me an alcoholic because I got arrested a couple of times while drunk. But healthcare? I really don't know. What do you think?
Congratulations, very glad for you… you have worked very hard, and have made a tremendous difference in my own life and I have no doubt there will be many more to follow. Thank you very sincerely for doing this. I am beyond grateful. Xo.
Just ordered the book ❤
Amazing, thank you so much!
Congratulations on the milestone - it’s extremely well deserved!!!
Thank you Steve, hope you're doing well!
The issue with measuring society by its willingness to protect its most vulnerable, is the fact that it depends on the definition of "vulnerable." Poor people can be defined as "lazy," rather than vulnerable. Alcoholics, or AUD people, can be defined as deviants, and not vulnerable. Victims of sexual abuse can be defined as "salacious."
There is always a convenient way out for society to deem certain subjects as not worthy of sympathy. And the worst thing is, these subjects internalize those attitudes, so maybe I am not worth helping, maybe I don't deserve sympathy, because I did this to myself, I chose this path, and maybe I deserve everything that is happening to me?
It is a massive leap to go from one attitude to another, but I am hopeful that more and more people are choosing the sympathetic approach.
Congrats on the 5k subs. You deserve it. The content is always great and I always look forward to another episode.
Great vid! Thank you!
Thank you mate! Keep up the good work on your channel too
Thank you so much for your brilliant content. You don't need to guess. Alcoholic here. Anyway. Congrats for 5230 followers🎉❤
Thank you so much mate!
Lol..im fucking serious and boring 😂😂 we love every aspect of you Stu!
Aww back at ya :)
Well done Stuart, you have a very unique and informative channel that's certainly been very helpful to me and people like me 🎉
Thanks for the answer!
Thanks for the question :)
Well done on the 5k stu! So well deserved!!! Awesome 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much for the support!
I just find you really engaging and I love listening to you. Well done on your 5k
Aw thanks so much :)
Love your work. Congrats on the 5000
Thank you! Le's go!
Hey brotha! Congrats on 5k subscribers. That's HUGE!!!! I didn't see where I could have asked a question otherwise I would have. I can't stress enough how helpful your channel and your message is in helping me stay sober. Keep up the good work brotha! This video is long so I'm having to watch it in chunks before I go to work but it's great. Thanks again! ODAAT!
Hey DYD! Thank you mate, I really appreciate i. ODAAT!
20 mins in:
“Fuck, am I recording…?? Yes.”
Lolol.
PS congrats bro, you deserve it! 🎉
This is your passion and dedication to your craft paying off.
Getting the audiobook tomorrow. Was pleased to find you narrated it yourself! Much excitement.
May have to get a physical copy as well just so I can be in the Cool Kids Club
You won't believe the amount of footage I've lost because I forget to hit record.
😂@@_BatCountry
There is a definite connection between alcoholics with substantial time in recovery and alcoholics who remain humble and non-attention seeking men and women in recovery. The AA big book talks about those who run the show and play God and how in the end, doesn’t work. It’s almost like to get 20,30,40 years of sobriety requires us to lie low, out of the spotlight, flowing with life as a passenger rather than as a Captain of this ship called life. Just a thought, you seem to be unaffected by any problems or pains attached to creating/managing this channel which is great! I know that if I were to start a channel, sooner or later I think it may lead me back to drinking/using. Have a great and blessed day! 👍💯😃🔥
Interesting. That's one of the contradictions of the system: the people in the rooms who seem to be sober the longest are the quiet ones, but the Book itself, and the steps, encourage people to go and out preach the good word to others. So which is it? To succeed in sobriety, do we have to preach the gospel, or break the rules by being humble?
Comrade brand vodka incoming.
oh no, perhaps I should get in there first and do a Bat Country Alcohol-Free vodka - is that a thing?
5,000 and going up stu! .dont mind the haters, just keep doing what you're doing. You're helping people more than you know!
Congrats on hitting 5K! 😊 I'm pretty sure your channel will blow up even further, as your videos are so unique in style. Thank you for all your work and your honesty. Never underestimate the positive impact your videos have on your audience. I'm so glad I stumbled upon your channel, as it has helped me in many different ways since. Better understanding family members that are struggling with alcohol, making sense of my own past and my addictive behaviors, calming down my anxiety and so on.
I really appreciate your continued support for the channel. It means a lot.
@@_BatCountry Usually I'm very quiet here on youtube and leaving comments feels strange, but I know it helps the channel and it's a very simple way to give back.
Just saw you're on Hard Knox Talks tomorrow! That's so cool. I started watching their podcast videos a few weeks ago.
CONGRATZ ON 5000 SUBS BRO! 💪
Thank you mate!!
hey! good job, bud! had my slip ups this week. the way she goes i guess but good to see the channel growing!
Sorry to hear that mate. Onwards and upwards.
Omg you are back I will be watching this tonight:) so relaxing with the billy holiday music going on and the lights . ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Congrats!!!!! Keep it coming BC!
So glad to celebrate this milestone with you 🎉 You’re an inspiration to all. 🎉❤
Thanks so much Eden!
Congrats! Tell us some more crazy stories pls. Give us some new material. I’m doing really, really good with staying away from liquor 🥃 I am not using illegal drugs either thank God! I’m just focused on getting my trucking career goin, I gave up playing drums in rock bands and church. I don’t go on FB or IG. I kinda just said FTW and did my own thing in sobriety. I too like to be alone and kinda fly beneath the radar. 🇺🇸
I love ❤ the way you say comrades!
Yay, thank you :)
Deserved, nice to see the channel growing!
Thank you!
This extreme example is a wayward way that personally, is not entirely relatable. I Have much too many deadlines and more than just a job to honor. I very nearly destroyed my career. I was constantly getting in fights as a soldier, and later a police officer (off duty) I got away with it because I was very good at what was asked of me. This problem manifested from what is a character flaw. There's no blame but internally. It wasn't because of a drink.
i am in the business of not relapsing with alcohol.
i pay attention,
notice the content,
agenda & tone
of voice(s)
in my head.
memories from the past can serve as lessons, but often my mind uses bad memories for no other purpose (it seems) than to torment me,
and this is like betting against myself in the business of not relapsing.
Stay strong! You got this!
@@yvonneshaub6111
Thank You!
🙏💜🕯💧🌱🐾👣🌿🌎🕊
I loved this kind of video! It was great to see a slightly different side. You are pretty “you” from what it seems but it was cool having some viewers interactions!
Thank you, I like doing these :)
ive been sober for 5 yrs almost and im still haunted with shame alcohol will take you for a wild ride the horror of the things you say and did stick with you
the actor Dick van dyke in an interview once said '' most of us have fairly high values and we get into characterological conflict our behavior is in conflict with our values and its a guilt producing thing
I know what you mean about Big NoNo relapsing and saying the same things over and over and seeming ingenuine. I even unsubscribed a couple times to his channel over the years. But its his journey and its commendable that he documented it the way he has, with pure honesty. He's about 1 year sober now btw
I want nothing but the best for the guy, and to be honest I already wish I hadn't said that about him. I should no better than to comment on other people's sobriety.
Don't trip I totally get it I felt the same way. I'm just glad that he's in a good place now, probably feeling the best he ever has
Yes stu..my sister was a meth addict and now shes a drunk so yes definitely traded addictions..i mean shes drunk about 10 hours out of the day every day..
Iam a hairdresser and I talk a lot.. so I tell everyone about your channel ❤
Aww thanks! I appreciate that :)
You have helped me understand the depths of my own alcoholism as well as the courage to finally put the vodka down. I watched all of your videos and finally grew the proper sized balls to end my 3 year binge. I had no idea what Delerium Tremens were before coming across your channel. I was under the impression "DT's" were just shakes, sweats, chills and anxiety. I took my cold turkey alcohol quitting seriously due to the extremely in depth accounts you have shared and I was properly prepared. Now 9 days sober, I must give you much credit sir. I was prepared and willing and ready to face the demons. Some how by the grace of God, I experienced absolutely no withdraw effects. I am not exaggerating. There have been times where I didn't have a drink for 6 hours and I would start to feel all the moderate withdrawal symptoms in the past. However, I felt absolutely nothing bad when I quit 9 days ago. I literally thought I was in delerium Tremens or hallucinating, because I didn't think that it was possible to not feel any withdrawal symptoms. I looked online and apparently a small % of seasoned alcoholics do not go through withdrawal. I feel like I didn't deserve for it to be that easy, however, thanks to your horror stories, and informative content, I will never touch alcohol again because, like how you got lucky or through divine will, you are still alive after going through delerium tremens so many times and are still alive to tell about it. I do not believe I will ever get off this easy in the future again if I pick the bottle back up then decide to quit again. I will count this blessing. The next time, I may not be so lucky and have to endure the nightmare you and many others have had to go through. Thank you sir.
Boring.... you are not❤
Just ordered your book 🎉! I just start sobbing sometimes about how much is lost forever from addiction, but you and others in the sober community remind to make the best out of the experiences and to keep supporting others. Much respect 🙏❤️🔥
Thank you so much for the support, I really hope you enjoy the book, and it continues to remind you to move forward.
Yay!
Hello. Are you going to touch on the issue supervised relapse?
Maybe I will in the future, but only in the sense that I think it's dangerous.
I like that you are explaining the alcohol policies of Norway when describing how it should be :D
By the way i relapsed last night.
Who else was just looking for the song?
No disrespect ❤
I actually don't know what the song is, it just felt right. I've tried to track it down but I can't. If you figure it out yourself, do let me know, because I get asked about it regularly :)
:)
sober james is on hiatus he is concentrating on other things
It's easy to relapse because you're brain makes up silly excuses ie you cannot handle certain situations then you drink . The vast majority I can relate to and definitely helped me out
There's a woodworking guy here on UA-cam who is just now at this moment getting sober for the first time; I think Wooden ThingsAndStuff is like a month in. You mentioned that you'd love to appear on other podcasts but I think there's also an opportunity for you to talk sobriety with non-sobriety UA-camrs who are new to it! Newly sober drunks say the most honest shit lol-- you should absolutely check out his recent content. My dream podcast for you is Theo Von!
Oh that would be perfect, would a great recommndation, especially because I watch a lot of woodworking and restoration videos myself. I might reach out, if I summon up to courage. And yeah, Theo Von's a legend.
I'm watching now this minute can I pay a subscription monthly to you ?
Worse words than comrade. Moist springs to mind 😂. Enjoying the vid as ever. And congratulations on over 5,000 subs. Well deserved 🙌🏽😂
Moist can go in the bin.
Thanks for watching!
Congrats man! It’s been a rough few weeks for me. Had 5 months, then drank. You can guess what happened next. Just getting to the 72 hour mark, feels like that took a month. Extremely fast heart rate still and auditory hallucinations from the other room, but I seem to be ok. God I’m an idiot. Needless to say I’ll be watching a lot of your channel in the next few days while I patch things up.
Sorry to hear that mate. I hope the way you're feeling now can be motivation to not repeat it in future.
I do that exact same face with the noise when the shame hits
Hahahah I'm actually relieved it's not just me.
Congratulations Bat country in reaching 5k+ subs! I appreciate all your videos. There’s strength in numbers…so true!
Thank you so much for your support.
Thank you so much for using my question on this video. I'd actually forgotten I'd posted a question and this morning, while I was psyching myself up for my first pre detox meeting, I heard my name mentioned.
It meant a lot and made me feel a lot more hopeful in a strange way.
It was a great question, and I hope things went well for you today. Stay strong mate.
Great show and have been following the channel for some months now. Can't wait to see the documentary style episode.
Thank you! I think you will like it. If I can ever get it finished, that is.
I don't think its possible to prevent children from getting into drinking or drugs. I was acutely aware of all the consequences and the weird thing is that i didn't really even drown them out, i wanted to be broken, i wanted to live out that tragedy. There was temptation in darkness and i was bored, bored extremely bored with my loving family, christian school and honestly one of the healthiest home enviorments ive ever encountered. Its so weird how a teen's brain wiggle into autedestruction even from a seemingly perfect life. You can't prevent that rebelion from bubbling under the surface. You can only do your best and hope that you're lucky, because each method will work for one kid and make another kid curious to try the forbidden fruit.
Ah yeah, I didn't mention that some young adults, including me, are drawn to self-destruction and there's little anyone can do. Good point.
Ten weeks without it, eight days drinking, vomiting blood and into hospital. They sent me home with librium by myself.
Damn. The bare minimum treatment. It's almost pointless to say this, because you know it better than anyone else, but I don't think you can afford to let it happen again.
Just finished the audio version of your book. One of the very few times a book read by the author was a tremendous asset. The book is gripping, human and terrifying and fills in many gaps from the Bat Country content. Hard to imagine anyone successfully making such demanding trip even without the alcoholism or head injuries.
I love watching your channel. Your authenticity draws me in and reinforces my decision to go sober. Thank you so much. Downloaded your book on audible and look forward to listening.
Man,I just have so much to say when watching your videos. Consider that a compliment. I think the USSR's economy was more or less founded on alcoholism tbh. Without even talking about GoMmUnIsM.
5k today but you’ll keep growing for sure. No doubt. This community is actually way bigger than I thought and you’re making great content.