I got hooked on pain pills too from being in a car wreck that cracked my spine!!! I fought for over 20 yrs with that addiction, got 5 yrs clean now thank god !!!
I got soo bad, i was shooting daladid , k4’s and k8’s everydt, then i got sooo hooked on that needle it took over my life even more than the regular pain pills i had went from taking to snorting, now my nose and roof of my mouth are ate out from snorting but as bad as that is, that needle was much much worse, it was sooo hard to put it down!!! By the grace of god im clean now !!!
Recovery looks good on you! It is shocking how much younger you look now compared to the photos you shared. You are exactly where you need to be, giving back and taking care of yourself! 🙏🏻
Thank you for watching. Matt also shared with us his story of losing a friend to fentanyl poisoning. That story will be part of our fentanyl poisoning series soon.
This story really touched my heart. What a great man! His emotion shows how much his addiction controlled him and how determined he is to stay in recovery. Thank you for sharing your story!
His passion to help others is off the charts! Also, his gratitude for a better relationship with his children. It felt good listening to someone who is excited for a second chance at life. Well done.
In 2002 I made a decision to go get help in a 365 day treatment program and I graduated a year later and I am 21 years clean but I am an Addict until the day I die ❤❤and I’m proud of you and One Step at a time 🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️♥️and I enjoy listening to your story and God bless you
Thank you TX Pictures for these moving videos. It's so important for these stories to be told. I especially think the Fentanyl series needs to be told. Huge crisis in America.
Beautiful, Be proud, Only a few make it out. Love them Boys, because they will love you forever, no matter what. I'm sure you love them no matter what.
Really proud of you, Matt! This is really open, raw, and frank. It's not easy to put your story out there and you have done a fabulous job sharing it and I am sure it will help more than one person.
Sir - you’re worth way more than you believe you are. You have a truly good and humble heart. It’s nice to meet the you the drugs and alcohol has hidden for so many years. Thank you for sharing your story ☺️
I just love this man! I love his raw, real and brutal honesty. He is using his experiences to teach and help others. I wish him nothing but love, happiness, strength, continued healing, grace and peace. Cheers, from Country Victoria. Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thank you being very honest, even tho I was on the verge of crying thought out your Testimony...I could see it in your face hard your addiction was...I retired from an Addiction and Recovery center, I've seen ones that come out and Thank you for believing in them. We also share a very important date, I was bored February 7th, we share the save Birthday! You are Truly a Blessing to those you are now helping. May God continue to Bless you.
such a man and a good one at that. understanding your trauma, showing emotions and loving yourself and family enough is more manly than you think. keep up the good work. your sons are lucky to have you. you’ve done more on drugs, alcohol and and recovering for your kids than most sober parents do. please stay equal and good vibes your way. such a lovely story to hear. the honesty and the emotions are raw and needed.
I am a Resident of a Nursing Home in the UK after a stroke. I taught in a University in Saudi Arabia for 20 years and world news is very limited! I sit most of the day in my room, but now have something to do thanks to UA-cam! I clicked on a Post, showing a young woman with her 2 babies, and the Word, “ Fentanyl “. Sorry to say this word was new to me. Watching the Post made by Texas Pictures Doc! It shook me to my core!!! Why are our World Governments not Screaming the message out! “ Fentanyl Kills”! They were quick to call out Covid-19! All I can do now is Pray for all the victims, the dead, addicted, and all who love them! Also, all the hard working people who help them! We can all Pray, please join me!
You and I have a lot in common brother. Been there all except the cocaine but probably because of a lack of it being in my circle. Addiction is a disease man. We'll nvr be the same again, but it makes us stronger I believe
Brother … if u actually read this just want u to know u are not alone in your recovery and were never alone in your active addiction True joy is what u r now. Not what u feel. But what u are!! Love u bro.
Yes I agree with you. Sobriety ain’t half bad. Give it a try. What’s wrong with waking up in the morning feeling okay. And remaining that way, hanging onto it, for the rest of the day. . I’m urging anyone in memory of our son Karsten who passed away 6-weeks ago from an accidental overdose. He didn’t mean to die 😢but he was on stimulants. And he was a prescription drug addict. Don’t be like Karsten. Save yourself. He couldn’t.
Its almost as if these batttles of us vs evil were prescripted through the lord.Not because thats what he wanted,but because its what had to be done in order to save lives and help people through whom struggles are similar or same.i only wish there were a flip in the number of recovery stories vs loved ones lost stories.
I got hooked on pain pills too from being in a car wreck that cracked my spine!!! I fought for over 20 yrs with that addiction, got 5 yrs clean now thank god !!!
I got soo bad, i was shooting daladid , k4’s and k8’s everydt, then i got sooo hooked on that needle it took over my life even more than the regular pain pills i had went from taking to snorting, now my nose and roof of my mouth are ate out from snorting but as bad as that is, that needle was much much worse, it was sooo hard to put it down!!! By the grace of god im clean now !!!
I still do meetings to this day !!!
Recovery looks good on you! It is shocking how much younger you look now compared to the photos you shared. You are exactly where you need to be, giving back and taking care of yourself! 🙏🏻
Wow! I’m in tears here. What an incredible man. ❤ Raw and honest! His family must be proud!
I loved this video. Raw, honest and healing. Thank you Texas Pictures for what you do!
Thank you for watching. Matt also shared with us his story of losing a friend to fentanyl poisoning. That story will be part of our fentanyl poisoning series soon.
Texas pictures do you have the link to that video
This story really touched my heart. What a great man! His emotion shows how much his addiction controlled him and how determined he is to stay in recovery. Thank you for sharing your story!
This is one kick-ass determined man. Congratulations on coming out the other side so strong and resilient.
This is the kind of story we all need to hear. Thank you for sharing!
His passion to help others is off the charts! Also, his gratitude for a better relationship with his children. It felt good listening to someone who is excited for a second chance at life. Well done.
Knot in my throat and all,,17 yrs in active addiction is no joke. Congratulations brother! Thank you for honesty - keep fighting the good fight❤
In 2002 I made a decision to go get help in a 365 day treatment program and I graduated a year later and I am 21 years clean but I am an Addict until the day I die ❤❤and I’m proud of you and One Step at a time 🙏🏻🙏🏻♥️♥️and I enjoy listening to your story and God bless you
Thank you TX Pictures for these moving videos. It's so important for these stories to be told. I especially think the Fentanyl series needs to be told. Huge crisis in America.
Matt also shared with us his story of losing his friend to fentanyl poisoning. We will be publishing that story soon.
@@TexasPictures Again, thank you for what you're doing. This epidemic should be more talked about and in the news and hopefully soon it will be.
Matt’s story of losing his friend, Brent Crawford is now published.
Congrats on your sobriety , my daughter lost her father to a drug overdose & he went to so many treatments . Glad to see you overcome 🙏🏽
Beautiful, Be proud, Only a few make it out. Love them Boys, because they will love you forever, no matter what. I'm sure you love them no matter what.
Really proud of you, Matt! This is really open, raw, and frank. It's not easy to put your story out there and you have done a fabulous job sharing it and I am sure it will help more than one person.
Thank you Texas pictures for these videos!
Thank you for your comment.
Loved listening to your story and your success. God bless you!
now, that’s a real man
Sir - you’re worth way more than you believe you are. You have a truly good and humble heart. It’s nice to meet the you the drugs and alcohol has hidden for so many years. Thank you for sharing your story ☺️
These stories are so important ❤️
❤💯💯💯💯💯
I just love this man! I love his raw, real and brutal honesty. He is using his experiences to teach and help others. I wish him nothing but love, happiness, strength, continued healing, grace and peace. Cheers, from Country Victoria. Australia 🇦🇺 🇦🇺🇦🇺❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏
What a beautiful man. Keep on keepin on, brother.
Sounds like you’ve had a lot to battle. Addiction is a big challenge. Not everyone can overcome it. Congratulations!
Congratulations on your recovery💕Stay strong
Love, love, love you're story!!! Recovery can be a bitch! But living with addiction is so much worse!!!
Yes. Why do i sometimes forget that? So true❤❤ from Amsterdam, the Netherlands 🇳🇱
Thank you being very honest, even tho I was on the verge of crying thought out your Testimony...I could see it in your face hard your addiction was...I retired from an Addiction and Recovery center, I've seen ones that come out and Thank you for believing in them.
We also share a very important date, I was bored February 7th, we share the save Birthday!
You are Truly a Blessing to those you are now helping. May God continue to Bless you.
Great story, what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger. Stay strong and stay focused brother!
You are an awesome Dad ❤
You are Awesome,🙏 🕊 🎶
That was touching!!! That a boy 🙏
Just seen this !! Love the uploads ❤
So glad! Please share.
Thank you for sharing your story. Glad you're recovered, don't go back💪
Thank you for sharing your amazing story.
Thank you for doing God's work ❤❤❤ So proud of you!!! Thanks for sharing your amazing story 😊
I’m so proud of this guy. He’s absolutely amazing. His family sh/b proud 💪🏾
Its sweet to see what COOL BEAUTIFUL people addicts are when they're sober. Youre a blessing now, thank you.
This channel and stories are helpful on my sobriety journey❤
I'm so glad to hear that.
Lot’s of love to all these people with their testimony!❤
such a man and a good one at that. understanding your trauma, showing emotions and loving yourself and family enough is more manly than you think. keep up the good work. your sons are lucky to have you. you’ve done more on drugs, alcohol and and recovering for your kids than most sober parents do. please stay equal and good vibes your way. such a lovely story to hear. the honesty and the emotions are raw and needed.
Thanks for sharing
God bless you!!!!!!! Lots of love to you! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank You, Lord, for saving this beautiful soul. 🙏🏽
Thanks so being so honest with your addiction! Congratulations for being so brave and continue to do the work. So very proud of you!
If he fights this battle every single day. So can we. So can our loved ones.
It's not a lost battle to try and try and try again.
Awesome ❤️
I am so proud of you!! What a amazing journey you are on!! Keep up the good work and never look in the rear view mirror again You and God got this!!!
Great vudeo! I love the raw honesty! Thank you for sharing! 🙏💛🙏
You’re doing great! A new man. Keep up the good work, God Bless you!
THIS MAN IS FREAKIN AWESOME ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much for sharing. SO MUCH TRUTH!!!! Keep going 💪🏼 💕
When your broken mentally, physically and in your soul you can’t find self worth or will even if it where a huge river flow at your feet.
His zeal for life and gratefulness is awesome!
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
🍃❤Love from Texas❤🍃
I am so happy for you! You are such a kick ass dude!!!!
I am a Resident of a Nursing Home in the UK after a stroke. I taught in a University in Saudi Arabia for 20 years and world news is very limited!
I sit most of the day in my room, but now have something to do thanks to UA-cam! I clicked on a Post, showing a young woman with her 2 babies, and the Word, “ Fentanyl “. Sorry to say this word was new to me. Watching the Post made by Texas Pictures Doc! It shook me to my core!!! Why are our World Governments not Screaming the message out! “ Fentanyl Kills”! They were quick to call out Covid-19!
All I can do now is Pray for all the victims, the dead, addicted, and all who love them! Also, all the hard working people who help them! We can all Pray, please join me!
Thank you Texas Pictures! God’s Blessings on you and your work + 🙏
Thank you for your comments and thank you for watching
Thank you for your story so inspiring
I hope you're still doing great today!!! ❤ fro the Netherlands 🇳🇱
Congratulations 🎊 👏🏽 keep going!
You and I have a lot in common brother. Been there all except the cocaine but probably because of a lack of it being in my circle. Addiction is a disease man. We'll nvr be the same again, but it makes us stronger I believe
Brother … if u actually read this just want u to know u are not alone in your recovery and were never alone in your active addiction True joy is what u r now. Not what u feel. But what u are!! Love u bro.
Loved his story keep the content coming bro 💯💪🏽🫡
Good is so good!!
I remember saying, yeah right, this little pill is going to control me! It sneaks up on you while you're having fun and feeling invincible.
I remember yelling and crying at god when I was in my worst addiction. It’s the worst feeling ever.
This is the longest 20 minute interview i think ive ever watched (in a good way)
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Wonderful story ❤
Amen Generational curse broken Praise God
U look so healthy good and clean!
So proud of you! Addiction is a mf but you did it!
Inspiring man ❤❤
Yes I agree with you. Sobriety ain’t half bad. Give it a try. What’s wrong with waking up in the morning feeling okay. And remaining that way, hanging onto it, for the rest of the day. . I’m urging anyone in memory of our son Karsten who passed away 6-weeks ago from an accidental overdose. He didn’t mean to die 😢but he was on stimulants. And he was a prescription drug addict. Don’t be like Karsten. Save yourself. He couldn’t.
He say use the be a peice of sht killed me🤣💀🤦🏻♀️
It's great to know that people can change themselves if they really want!!
Its almost as if these batttles of us vs evil were prescripted through the lord.Not because thats what he wanted,but because its what had to be done in order to save lives and help people through whom struggles are similar or same.i only wish there were a flip in the number of recovery stories vs loved ones lost stories.
He looks as amazing compared to his drug addict days bow hes very attractive wow
Honesty, courage, and sobriety is attractive, isn’t it??