This is so synonymous to my recovery. I stayed in the House for months, dwelling in Shame & guilt, I had major anxiety being in public. I've been in rehab and in jail, nothing help but one day..I had enough.. drinking.. hangover.. swearing that ill never drink again.. doing it over and over. I'm two months sober..might not be a lot to some but it's a heck of a lot for me..everyday is a struggle
Drank for over 15 years. Never got a DUI, but was a hot mess and in denial about my addiction. A year ago my anxiety was so debilitating, I lost my job, and hit rock bottom. I looked like tge walking dead. I barely recognized my reflection in the mirror. On 2/4/23, i got on my knees and cried out to the Lord and the Holy Spirit for mercy and forgiveness. My prayers were answered the next day. I quite cold turkey and have no desire to go back to Jerusalem, I found the promise land . I'm so grateful for God's mercy and healing. He restored my career and gave me a 2nd chance in life. God heals, through prayers and obedience. Congratulations on your sobriety and sharing your story, and empowering other women.
Just recently accepted that I have a problem. I have been lying to myself that I got it under control, but I didn't even know my limits. I'm starting my recovery and it's hard but I hope I will make it through 😢
I see you posted this a year ago, how are you doing now? Today is my day one and I'm already getting anxious about going home knowing I am not buying wine today,
Your story is inspiring. I have suffered from alcohol addiction since I was in my 20's. It has gotten worse and worse since then. When it started it was all fun and games and didnt think it was harmless. I thought I had my drinking under control. I was in denial. I thought to myself If I can drink and manage everything in my life (school, work etc) then am fine. I drink every day and have managed to hold on to a job by God's grace. I got married and fucked it all up. My husband and I have separated. He couldn't take it anymore as I become abusive and out of control when I drink. We have two kids. I have only tried to quit drinking once in my life (after my separation). It lasted about 23 days. I was determined but failed. I have recently tried again. I am so tired of hurting my loved ones. I pray that God enables me to quit alcohol this time. I will keep you all posted. For those who believe in God, let us pray for one another. We can do this!!!!!!
Yesss Queen! Wow thank you for yr courage to tell your story bc you have helped sooo many who have heard it. Day 16 here and never looking back. When you said ‘it was dead…’ I resonated. Im over it. Im 60. Wine drinker for decades. No more. Lets see what my 60’s look like allowing myself the opportunity of personal empowerment I know Im capable of.
Something I know about myself is that I can’t drink. Drink is a poison to me it affects me to the point of breaking law being suicidal and I always ruined my life while drunk. Some of us aren’t able to drink and enjoy a drink and know our limits . If I ever touch even a glass it affects my mind . Thanks for the testimony . You think your alone in your issues but we don’t realise how similar we all are and that we aren’t alone .
Thank you dear sister in recovery!!! I’m was an alcoholic as well….I’ve relapsed so many times and it has caused so much turmoil. Abused it to numb things but it never did anything but cause chaos. I love you for your transparency!!! We do recover!!
From 19:00 onwards it’s just brilliant (it all was) but especially those last 5 minutes. Fantastic and so inspiring!! I sent to a newcomer today she was very moved by it xx
My dad has been an alcoholic his entire life. I always wonder why he can’t get himself to stop. Why he can’t realize how much pain he has caused everyone who loves him. Good for her. She has amazing strength. ❤
My dad is the same, he’s 73 and he still has never admitted he has a problem or tried to stop. It’s sad but I’ve tried to get him help and he doesn’t want it or think he needs it
Once someone develops a substance use disorder, their brain does truly change. The brain believes it will “die “ without it. I recommend you watch Dr Nicole Labors video on addiction 101- it’s the 23 minute video. It will help you with the biology. When you understand biology you can see that behaviors are part of it - and not the primary issue deep down
I have never related to someone else’s story so much in my entire life. I’ll be 12 years sober in November, so I’ve heard my fair share of addiction and recovery stories, but this took my breath away. Even though we don’t know each other, I want you to know how incredibly proud I am of you.
I've watched this countless of times, and her story/share is very much relatable. I'm so appreciative for this. Thank you to everyone who made this and just helped get this out. ❤
so proud of you and keep on keeping on. my daughter Sofia is 22, she struggles with alcohol and an eating disorder. i will never give up on her. Mothers never give up. ✌🏼❤🇨🇦
As I sit here fighting mine I decided to look up a random video about recovery. This popped up. Thank you God for sending a message through someone else for me & thank you for sharing your story! 💙
Really I am grateful for this young woman telling her story. Now I understand what it’s like to be addicted. I pray for every person that has addiction to escape. True to life story and the greatest part was you came up with a plan on your own, that was miraculous ingenuity on your part.
Great story. I really liked how she talked about all the scheming and strategies she used in her addiction to obtain alcohol could be used in a very positive way in her sobriety. Also like her epiphany about now she’s able to go out and enjoy life in a way she couldn’t be before due to being “stuck in a bottle”. I wish her continued success in her sobriety.
EXACTLY to everything you just said! she’s BEAUTIFUL! what i saw in this was, what the enemy! the adversary meant for EVIL to sabotage her LIFE! God TURNED IT AROUND for HIS GLORY, her GOOD and for the GOOD of SO MANY OTHERS! so when the enemy has a PLOT! God has a PLAN!!!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💙
I luv ur story..my husband is an alcoholic and I've been battling this disease with him but when ur in denial there's no hope and there's always a chance you just have to want it tho!
You are incredibly strong no matter what you’ve been through you saw your own way out. You never gave up after a slip. You are worthy!!! You matter!! You have a purpose!!! You deserve so much more. Women helping women… I’m here if you ever need someone to talk to…
Danay, you are amazingly captivating and I am so glad I was able to hear your story. The vulnerability you’ve shared with us here is so tender and sweet, gently poignant… I so deeply appreciate your willingness to share such precious pieces of yourself with a larger audience.
I am a recovering Alcoholic and ironically an addiction counselor working at a rehab. I must admit that praying the rosary and specifically the divine mercy chaplet has helped me get a grip of my situation, one day at a time. Shalom. For the sake of his sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Wow great story, I’m day one into quitting weed coke and cigs all in one day, because if go one by one it don’t work, thanks for the inspiration. Well said, I felt what I felt, well done. Keep doing good, God bless you
Finally. As a recovering addict, I’ve been wanting a video like this. this will help so much more. No theories, just facts. Do more vids like this, it’ll definitely help ALOT more… thanks for your share danay.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I started watching this video with my eyes open. I’m just in from work and somewhat tired and I found my eyes closing, giving in to the tired day I’d had. As my eyes drifted closed your voice became more and more clear so much that after a moment I thought it was my own voice I was hearing. I myself have been stay with alcohol use since I was a teenager, I’m 47 now and have been silently researching my disorder for the past 4 or 5 years and it has been hard. Today I am currently 4 days without a drink and really want to get rid of the day one cycles and see through to my recovery. I dream of the sober side of life. The work will not be easy for me but if I can make it through it will be worth it I’m sure. Thank you so so very much for sharing your story. You are an inspiration🥰
I wouldn't call myself an alcoholic since I don't drink everyday or even once a week. But whenever I get some me time I use it to get totally trashed. It's like a personal reward for working hard (so I tell myself). Part of me knows it's wrong to abuse alcohol and binge drink but then that other part of me absolutely loves it and is having fun for the moment.
I appreciate your story. I’ve been battling myself for 2 years now and it seems like a bottomless pit. It’s not me I don’t even crave the drink anymore it’s just part of my day to day like a bottle for a baby. I feel lost sometimes because I am in denial.
@@user-eh8yz6ko3tUnless a therapist is in recovery, they will never understand completely. Not saying they couldn't be very helpful, but the best folks to talk with about sobriety, and the path to emotional freedom, are the people at Alcoholics Anonymous. Why? Because most of them live in the solution, instead of the problem! For the chronic drinker, trying to fix yourself is a death wish!
I'm triggered a lot by being around people, because I didn't hang out with people much until I started partying. I want to get back to my hobbies and I really appreciate my alone time and connecting with nature and my spirit. I have a couple of people I talk to, but I just wanted to share because I'm newly sober again and am apprehensive about NA or AA from past experience, but definitely need a community as a reminder why I stopped using. This channel and other recovery channels will be my "social" outlet for now. I'm very introverted, and this is how I get my power. I need to get to know myself like Danay said.
Danay, I've been so blessed to get to know you one on one and you afforded me the opportunity t to look at another person's recovery. You inspire me in ways you'll never feasibly know! Thank you for being you and sharing your good and bad! God's grace my sister❤
I see a fierce and dynamic woman dazzling in her sobriety! You are beautiful and as smart as a whip! I cherish your story and it empowers me to share mine! Love to You Sister and Much Light! You are glowing!
Thank you Danay. I struggled too, and it was shere luck I didn't get a felony, I certainly put lives at risk, and that's embarrassing for me. I appreciate you caring and helping.
WOWWWWWW!!!!!! Danay! 1st of all, YOU ARE BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!! THANK U for being VERY transparent! honest and REAL!!!!! THANK GOD! that you found LOVE, FAITH AND HOPE in Christ! bec. without HIM! we’re ALL lost! but you took your greatest TRAUMA and turned it into your GREATEST TRIUMPH!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 SO GRATEFUL! for U & The Sober Life Houston! GOD BLESS YOU and the girlZ ❤ i will definitely be keeping you ALL in 🙏🏽🙏🏽🫶🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤ BEST of blessings to u guys 🥰😍
Beautiful, Truthful, there is Hope and change, u gotta taste it and make the move to change. Good for u, and many more that have and are still in the process.
Thank you so much for sharing your story and being so vulnerable..I too am in recovery I’ve been clean for 1 year 3 months and 20 days clean of opioids after having 6 knee surgeries since 2017 I got addicted to the pain meds and I’m 38.. thank you so much for sharing and continuing to be sober you got this and I too reside in Houston ❤️🙏🏽🤘🏾
Hi, I am Valerie and I am a alcoholic. I am from VA. I was up one night and some how came across your story. I too am an alcoholic and for over a decade did just about everything you shared in your journey. Your story made me feel that I wasn’t the only one who was a real bottom drunk kind of girl, but never looked the part. Did amazing things in my journey. Your story hit home. I can do and be the best version of myself with the help of my spiritual guidance. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your story. I am now 12yrs sober. Sobriety date is 2/9/2011. Of course I am like you tried to get sober over and over until enough was enough. Thank God(my higher power) for that and for people like you to remind me I am still on the right track even through those very hard life changes. I am 54, a retired nurse and work part time for my fiancés Electrical Company. I live in a wonderful community and our house is beautiful. I love my family and just know I can never take that first drink. Who knows maybe someone will read my story and help them. Thank you again for your bravery to put your story out on you-tube. Sending good vibes your way. ❤
You go girl 🎉🥲 I’m 2 years sober and I can relate sooooooooooooo much 😭 I live in Cleveland, Ohio. The struggle is real!! I hope I can connect with other sober women and start something wonderful for young women so don’t they don’t fall into the trap! I’m so happy I found your story. I too was the “good time girl” 😩 KEEP GOING 🫶🏽🙌🏽👏🏽
What a beautiful blessing this woman is to so many. She has a beautiful soul and is beautiful on the outside too. She is helping many with her sincere story. As a child of God, may I suggest in love to not sprinkle your story with curse words (just a few), but rather with simple words of emphasis. You are so beautiful that every word in your lovely testimony should reflect your refinement and grace. Blessings to you. Keep strong and believe God is with you!
What an intelligent, beautiful, amazing and articulate young woman! Thank you so much for sharing this part of your life story with those of us who are searching.
I really hope she sees this: Hey ty so much for sharing. You said ( paraphrasing) imagine what you can do to be productive vs scheming. It just clicked like gives me hope. Thanks sooo much!
Sister friend…I admire you for telling your truth about addiction. Opiates “pulled” on ME like a force like no other‼️Much love and prayers for continued sobriety and good health and healthy living!! ❤️👏🙏🙏🙏 Clarity is a beautiful state of mind 👍
Thank you for your story. It doesn’t matter if it’s booze or drugs when you said your day revolves around the conniving and lies and using I got chills!
Thankyou for sharing! You are beautiful- and I have so many people I care for with similar experiences. They amaze me while I join on their journey to a life in recovery and full wellness
So PROUD of you Shana! Your past is not a reflection of your bright future! The book Limitless (audiobook) is AMAZING! Praying and believing with you!❤
Appreciated this share so much. The internal dialog i can relate to so much. Also i have a lot respect for aa and na. It is refreshing to see a different way.
Thank you beautiful sister glad you made it through sobriety is a class we attend and never graduate one day at a time 🎉❤ thanks for sharing your truth
Just got to treatment today, 6 days sober from a 4 year everyday binge, in a dark place but my withdrawls are going away somewhat, God is great i'm on a journey of recovery, got no relapses left in me. I'm greatfull for my sobriety and i'm in it to win it, thanks for this video🚬👎🌄👍
holy crap! the way you describe it it sounds like a percocet or oxycontin pill addiction, thank you and God bless you for being so candid, please pray for me and my success in my own sobriety, mam'
Thank you Danay for telling your story , i have listened to it about a dozen times I can so relate to you and I to want to do the same thing you are doing for my home town i have so many sisters and nieces who are addicts and need the support which nobody is giving, thank you again for motivating to making things better because like you yes I can do this I a m smarter than i think and I can do this
Bless you dear soul. Thank you for sharing your journey. I can totally relate to your story. Especially when you talk about the relapse part. When one gets that taste of sobriety and then it's taken away. Ugh 😭 So sad..I know that feeling of disappointment and sadness. Anyways, I hope you are well and happy wherever you are on your path today ❤ I so appreciate this video and your words. You seem like such a bright light. The thoughts you've shared on here has probably helped a lot of people. Thank you
HIS name is JESUS! We can't do it, only HE can, HE is the only way to make sure you're definitely set free from the addiction, no matter the addiction (sin)💝 HOLY GOD loves us so much 💝 John 3:16 KJV💝 Thank you for sharing Danay, and the way you explained how you felt going through and coming out💝
Thank you so much watching my story. It's a very freeing feeling to be vulnerable and share my truth with others, not every single detail of my past needs to be shared. I hope you didn't miss the point that sobriety is life changing and that anyone can overcome it if they have faith in themselves.
God bless you Sister Queen thank you for your story you never know if it just reaches one person it is totally worth it I'm proud of you you go girl may God continue to lead you, guide you, direct you and protect you I love you and Jesus loves you more!
I started smoking cigarettes since i was like 9rs old & by 12 I started smoking weed & then by 18 I started doing lean & mushrooms & Ive been doing those drugs since all through my 20s & now Im 32yes old & I survived an overdose of lean early this year & that is what made me stop doing lean & I stopped smoking cigarettes & weed & I'm in the process of getting my body cleaned up & I recently started exercising & running & I drink a lot of water & herbal stuff & I changed my diet. I struggled with addiction for years & I stopped & then started back doing it again but this time at this point in my life, that overdose was a wake up call for me & Im proud of myself for beating addition because its not an easy thing to do & I encourage all these young people who are struggling with addiction to stop & dont wait for something to happen to you like me & stop now.
This is so synonymous to my recovery. I stayed in the House for months, dwelling in Shame & guilt, I had major anxiety being in public. I've been in rehab and in jail, nothing help but one day..I had enough.. drinking.. hangover.. swearing that ill never drink again.. doing it over and over. I'm two months sober..might not be a lot to some but it's a heck of a lot for me..everyday is a struggle
👍that's excellent , keep it up
How is it going ? Hope everything is well, I’m about to be at 8 months now and I’m still healing every day
@@kindandblessed 👍 8 months is awesome
@@Mark-px8jt I feel like a new person!
Proud of you 🫂
Drank for over 15 years. Never got a DUI, but was a hot mess and in denial about my addiction. A year ago my anxiety was so debilitating, I lost my job, and hit rock bottom. I looked like tge walking dead. I barely recognized my reflection in the mirror. On 2/4/23, i got on my knees and cried out to the Lord and the Holy Spirit for mercy and forgiveness. My prayers were answered the next day. I quite cold turkey and have no desire to go back to Jerusalem, I found the promise land . I'm so grateful for God's mercy and healing. He restored my career and gave me a 2nd chance in life. God heals, through prayers and obedience. Congratulations on your sobriety and sharing your story, and empowering other women.
Jesus is GOD
Just recently accepted that I have a problem. I have been lying to myself that I got it under control, but I didn't even know my limits. I'm starting my recovery and it's hard but I hope I will make it through 😢
How’s your recovery going?
I hope your not doing cold turkey I mean I get it but medication assistance doesn't hurt you
You will we all recover with God's help
Thanks to God for this girls recovery!! My son is in Texas rehab I pray he figures it out like she did.
Oh, Danay 💜 I adore you. I am you then; now. 😢 You just inspired me. This is my Day One. I NEEDED to view this today. Thank you.
how are doing hun?
I see you posted this a year ago, how are you doing now? Today is my day one and I'm already getting anxious about going home knowing I am not buying wine today,
@@irmagoncalves1915 KEEP GOING - I AM FIGHTING MY ADDICTION - I HAVE QUIT AND SLIPPED BACK AND TODAY I JUST FEEL IN ME
Your story is inspiring. I have suffered from alcohol addiction since I was in my 20's. It has gotten worse and worse since then. When it started it was all fun and games and didnt think it was harmless. I thought I had my drinking under control. I was in denial. I thought to myself If I can drink and manage everything in my life (school, work etc) then am fine. I drink every day and have managed to hold on to a job by God's grace. I got married and fucked it all up. My husband and I have separated. He couldn't take it anymore as I become abusive and out of control when I drink. We have two kids. I have only tried to quit drinking once in my life (after my separation). It lasted about 23 days. I was determined but failed. I have recently tried again. I am so tired of hurting my loved ones. I pray that God enables me to quit alcohol this time. I will keep you all posted. For those who believe in God, let us pray for one another. We can do this!!!!!!
You can do it ! I hope all is well ❤
I'm an alcoholic myself
...this is so me and what a story ...I'm from ireland
Amen, girl!!!!!🎉🎉🎉 I too was a alcoholic. For about 18 years. But thank God, he delivered me 9/18.
God bless you sister!!!
Glory to God! There is hope. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
What an inspirational story, I can I dentify with it a lot I am currently 4 months 9 days sober
Yesss Queen! Wow thank you for yr courage to tell your story bc you have helped sooo many who have heard it.
Day 16 here and never looking back. When you said ‘it was dead…’ I resonated. Im over it. Im 60. Wine drinker for decades. No more. Lets see what my 60’s look like allowing myself the opportunity of personal empowerment I know Im capable of.
Something I know about myself is that I can’t drink. Drink is a poison to me it affects me to the point of breaking law being suicidal and I always ruined my life while drunk. Some of us aren’t able to drink and enjoy a drink and know our limits . If I ever touch even a glass it affects my mind . Thanks for the testimony . You think your alone in your issues but we don’t realise how similar we all are and that we aren’t alone .
you just spoke about me. I am better without alcohol.
Thank you dear sister in recovery!!! I’m was an alcoholic as well….I’ve relapsed so many times and it has caused so much turmoil. Abused it to numb things but it never did anything but cause chaos. I love you for your transparency!!! We do recover!!
As a recovering meth addict, who had spent 14 years in prison,attempted suicide. Ans finally got clean I appreciate your story
From 19:00 onwards it’s just brilliant (it all was) but especially those last 5 minutes. Fantastic and so inspiring!! I sent to a newcomer today she was very moved by it xx
My dad has been an alcoholic his entire life. I always wonder why he can’t get himself to stop. Why he can’t realize how much pain he has caused everyone who loves him. Good for her. She has amazing strength. ❤
Not everyone can quit.
Have you tried Alanon?
My dad is the same, he’s 73 and he still has never admitted he has a problem or tried to stop. It’s sad but I’ve tried to get him help and he doesn’t want it or think he needs it
Always thought my mother chose alcohol over her children. Now I know a lot more about addiction.
I'm in recovery.
Keep drinking and using you LOSE THE POWER OF CHOICE!
Once someone develops a substance use disorder, their brain does truly change. The brain believes it will “die “ without it. I recommend you watch Dr Nicole Labors video on addiction 101- it’s the 23 minute video. It will help you with the biology. When you understand biology you can see that behaviors are part of it - and not the primary issue deep down
Almost two months sober. I thank God for he is my strength, it's not an easy journey but I'm walking it. Putting God first.
I have never related to someone else’s story so much in my entire life. I’ll be 12 years sober in November, so I’ve heard my fair share of addiction and recovery stories, but this took my breath away. Even though we don’t know each other, I want you to know how incredibly proud I am of you.
I've watched this countless of times, and her story/share is very much relatable. I'm so appreciative for this. Thank you to everyone who made this and just helped get this out. ❤
Omg your story is so so similar to mine gods willing ill have 2 years in February! Thank you for your share congratulations on your recovery.👏
so proud of you and keep on keeping on. my daughter Sofia is 22, she struggles with alcohol and an eating disorder. i will never give up on her. Mothers never give up. ✌🏼❤🇨🇦
As I sit here fighting mine I decided to look up a random video about recovery. This popped up. Thank you God for sending a message through someone else for me & thank you for sharing your story! 💙
Really I am grateful for this young woman telling her story.
Now I understand what it’s like to be addicted.
I pray for every person that has addiction to escape.
True to life story and the greatest part was you came up with a plan on your own, that was miraculous ingenuity on your part.
Great story. I really liked how she talked about all the scheming and strategies she used in her addiction to obtain alcohol could be used in a very positive way in her sobriety. Also like her epiphany about now she’s able to go out and enjoy life in a way she couldn’t be before due to being “stuck in a bottle”. I wish her continued success in her sobriety.
EXACTLY to everything you just said! she’s BEAUTIFUL! what i saw in this was, what the enemy! the adversary meant for EVIL to sabotage her LIFE! God TURNED IT AROUND for HIS GLORY, her GOOD and for the GOOD of SO MANY OTHERS! so when the enemy has a PLOT! God has a PLAN!!!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💙
I luv ur story..my husband is an alcoholic and I've been battling this disease with him but when ur in denial there's no hope and there's always a chance you just have to want it tho!
@@lacreshapatrick6944I'll be praying!!!
You are incredibly strong no matter what you’ve been through you saw your own way out. You never gave up after a slip. You are worthy!!! You matter!! You have a purpose!!! You deserve so much more. Women helping women… I’m here if you ever need someone to talk to…
Danay, you are amazingly captivating and I am so glad I was able to hear your story. The vulnerability you’ve shared with us here is so tender and sweet, gently poignant… I so deeply appreciate your willingness to share such precious pieces of yourself with a larger audience.
I am a recovering Alcoholic and ironically an addiction counselor working at a rehab. I must admit that praying the rosary and specifically the divine mercy chaplet has helped me get a grip of my situation, one day at a time. Shalom. For the sake of his sorrowful passion have mercy on us and on the whole world.
Wow great story, I’m day one into quitting weed coke and cigs all in one day, because if go one by one it don’t work, thanks for the inspiration. Well said, I felt what I felt, well done. Keep doing good, God bless you
Wow you guys keep putting out such great videos. This one is especially inspiring ✨️ thanks for all you do!
Thank you for your kind comment
Finally. As a recovering addict, I’ve been wanting a video like this. this will help so much more. No theories, just facts. Do more vids like this, it’ll definitely help ALOT more… thanks for your share danay.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I started watching this video with my eyes open. I’m just in from work and somewhat tired and I found my eyes closing, giving in to the tired day I’d had. As my eyes drifted closed your voice became more and more clear so much that after a moment I thought it was my own voice I was hearing. I myself have been stay with alcohol use since I was a teenager, I’m 47 now and have been silently researching my disorder for the past 4 or 5 years and it has been hard. Today I am currently 4 days without a drink and really want to get rid of the day one cycles and see through to my recovery. I dream of the sober side of life. The work will not be easy for me but if I can make it through it will be worth it I’m sure. Thank you so so very much for sharing your story. You are an inspiration🥰
Thank you for sharing. We will make sure Danay sees this.
I wouldn't call myself an alcoholic since I don't drink everyday or even once a week. But whenever I get some me time I use it to get totally trashed. It's like a personal reward for working hard (so I tell myself). Part of me knows it's wrong to abuse alcohol and binge drink but then that other part of me absolutely loves it and is having fun for the moment.
This behavior of getting “totally trashed” makes you more prone to become an alcoholic..
What an awesome story! So proud of you as a woman to change your life around! God Bless you🙏
I appreciate your story. I’ve been battling myself for 2 years now and it seems like a bottomless pit. It’s not me I don’t even crave the drink anymore it’s just part of my day to day like a bottle for a baby. I feel lost sometimes because I am in denial.
In Houston tx there is a place called victory family on royder st. Going there changed my life.
Talk to a therapist or someone on how to be happy if alcohol is not in the picture. That was my greatest obstacle. Not thinking I would be happy.
@@user-eh8yz6ko3tUnless a therapist is in recovery, they will never understand completely. Not saying they couldn't be very helpful, but the best folks to talk with about sobriety, and the path to emotional freedom, are the people at Alcoholics Anonymous. Why? Because most of them live in the solution, instead of the problem! For the chronic drinker, trying to fix yourself is a death wish!
This story of recovery is phenomenal! God bless Danay 💯
I'm triggered a lot by being around people, because I didn't hang out with people much until I started partying. I want to get back to my hobbies and I really appreciate my alone time and connecting with nature and my spirit. I have a couple of people I talk to, but I just wanted to share because I'm newly sober again and am apprehensive about NA or AA from past experience, but definitely need a community as a reminder why I stopped using. This channel and other recovery channels will be my "social" outlet for now. I'm very introverted, and this is how I get my power. I need to get to know myself like Danay said.
Danay, I've been so blessed to get to know you one on one and you afforded me the opportunity t to look at another person's recovery. You inspire me in ways you'll never feasibly know! Thank you for being you and sharing your good and bad! God's grace my sister❤
I see a fierce and dynamic woman dazzling in her sobriety! You are beautiful and as smart as a whip! I cherish your story and it empowers me to share mine!
Love to You Sister and Much Light!
You are glowing!
Thank you Danay. I struggled too, and it was shere luck I didn't get a felony, I certainly put lives at risk, and that's embarrassing for me. I appreciate you caring and helping.
WOWWWWWW!!!!!! Danay! 1st of all, YOU ARE BEYOND BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!! THANK U for being VERY transparent! honest and REAL!!!!! THANK GOD! that you found LOVE, FAITH AND HOPE in Christ! bec. without HIM! we’re ALL lost! but you took your greatest TRAUMA and turned it into your GREATEST TRIUMPH!!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 SO GRATEFUL! for U & The Sober Life Houston! GOD BLESS YOU and the girlZ ❤ i will definitely be keeping you ALL in 🙏🏽🙏🏽🫶🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤ BEST of blessings to u guys 🥰😍
Thank you for sharing your story. You helped me and I have 35 years of sobriety! A day at a time for all of us fearless women!
Beautiful, Truthful, there is Hope and change, u gotta taste it and make the move to change. Good for u, and many more that have and are still in the process.
So encouraging. I'm so sick and tired of alcohol.
God is Good 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾!!
So beautifully spoken and real! Thank you for opening up and sharing your story!
Thank you so much for sharing your story and being so vulnerable..I too am in recovery I’ve been clean for 1 year 3 months and 20 days clean of opioids after having 6 knee surgeries since 2017 I got addicted to the pain meds and I’m 38.. thank you so much for sharing and continuing to be sober you got this and I too reside in Houston ❤️🙏🏽🤘🏾
Well done and keep going , god has got you ❤
Hi, I am Valerie and I am a alcoholic. I am from VA. I was up one night and some how came across your story. I too am an alcoholic and for over a decade did just about everything you shared in your journey. Your story made me feel that I wasn’t the only one who was a real bottom drunk kind of girl, but never looked the part. Did amazing things in my journey. Your story hit home. I can do and be the best version of myself with the help of my spiritual guidance. Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your story. I am now 12yrs sober. Sobriety date is 2/9/2011. Of course I am like you tried to get sober over and over until enough was enough. Thank God(my higher power) for that and for people like you to remind me I am still on the right track even through those very hard life changes. I am 54, a retired nurse and work part time for my fiancés Electrical Company. I live in a wonderful community and our house is beautiful. I love my family and just know I can never take that first drink. Who knows maybe someone will read my story and help them. Thank you again for your bravery to put your story out on you-tube. Sending good vibes your way. ❤
"Go to meetings, clean house, and help others". Our guide for living in abundance! ✌️♥️ Mark 5/8/1994
This is really helpful. I'm really struggling, staying sober for months then failing again. I hope I will one day say that I made it. 😢
You go girl 🎉🥲 I’m 2 years sober and I can relate sooooooooooooo much 😭 I live in Cleveland, Ohio. The struggle is real!! I hope I can connect with other sober women and start something wonderful for young women so don’t they don’t fall into the trap! I’m so happy I found your story. I too was the “good time girl” 😩 KEEP GOING 🫶🏽🙌🏽👏🏽
Great story. Needed to hear this. Identified so much.
God is helping me right now! Thank you for sharing! Im at the end now! Thank you again! Keep the fight up, keep fighting the Devil. ❤❤❤❤
I wish we had a Sober Girls of Portland. I would love to meet other sober women.
Start one!
What a beautiful blessing this woman is to so many. She has a beautiful soul and is beautiful on the outside too. She is helping many with her sincere story. As a child of God, may I suggest in love to not sprinkle your story with curse words (just a few), but rather with simple words of emphasis. You are so beautiful that every word in your lovely testimony should reflect your refinement and grace. Blessings to you. Keep strong and believe God is with you!
Thank you so much for your experience, strength, hope, and vulnerability!
What an intelligent, beautiful, amazing and articulate young woman! Thank you so much for sharing this part of your life story with those of us who are searching.
The speech she gives about herself from like 15:00-the end is really inspiring!
Man…powerful. Keep doing these addiction to recovery videos please!
Very VERY inspiring ❤
More are coming
Thank you, Danay! You’re so strong and inspiring ❤
Thank you for sharing your story. Your story has truly inspired me. I am so glad that you are doing better.
This story will help someone. ❤
Celebrate Recovery is working for me! Look for a local one in your area! Love the way she speaks! She was ready!
I really hope she sees this: Hey ty so much for sharing. You said ( paraphrasing) imagine what you can do to be productive vs scheming. It just clicked like gives me hope. Thanks sooo much!
Sister friend…I admire you for telling your truth about addiction. Opiates “pulled” on ME like a force like no other‼️Much love and prayers for continued sobriety and good health and healthy living!! ❤️👏🙏🙏🙏 Clarity is a beautiful state of mind 👍
Thank you for sharing💞Sobriety from alcohol or drugs is within everyone's reach once a person really wants it. Best to you😊🦋🌷
She's is a beautiful soul and I love that she created a support group because she definitely can impact lives..
Thank you for your story. It doesn’t matter if it’s booze or drugs when you said your day revolves around the conniving and lies and using I got chills!
Be Proud Danay. Many Blessings on Your Sobriety. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thankyou for sharing! You are beautiful- and I have so many people I care for with similar experiences. They amaze me while I join on their journey to a life in recovery and full wellness
So PROUD of you Shana! Your past is not a reflection of your bright future! The book Limitless (audiobook) is AMAZING! Praying and believing with you!❤
Thanks!
Thank you very much
Thank you for sharing your story❤️😭 I pray one day to be sober & tell my story
Appreciated this share so much. The internal dialog i can relate to so much. Also i have a lot respect for aa and na. It is refreshing to see a different way.
Prayers for your continued strength. You are beautiful and definitely deserve a beautiful life. God Bless you 🙏🏾💗🙏🏾
Thank you beautiful sister glad you made it through sobriety is a class we attend and never graduate one day at a time 🎉❤ thanks for sharing your truth
Thank you for sharing your testimony. Blessings 💜
Just got to treatment today, 6 days sober from a 4 year everyday binge, in a dark place but my withdrawls are going away somewhat, God is great i'm on a journey of recovery, got no relapses left in me. I'm greatfull for my sobriety and i'm in it to win it, thanks for this video🚬👎🌄👍
Congratulations queen. Many continued healing 🎉 blessings
Its so true, once you get a little bit of sobriety on you getting high is never the same! Congratulations on your Sobriety🙏❤🌻
WOW…..SUCH A POWERFUL TESTIMONY 🙏🏽❤️!!!
holy crap! the way you describe it it sounds like a percocet or oxycontin pill addiction, thank you and God bless you for being so candid, please pray for me and my success in my own sobriety, mam'
Thank you Danay for telling your story , i have listened to it about a dozen times I can so relate to you and I to want to do the same thing you are doing for my home town i have so many sisters and nieces who are addicts and need the support which nobody is giving, thank you again for motivating to making things better because like you yes I can do this I a m smarter than i think and I can do this
If you have any feedback or pointers for me id really appreciate it, and congratulations you are a beautiful black sober strong woman 💪
She is an amazing woman. I’m so glad she is able to live a clean and sober life. All the best to her.
Thanks For Passing The Energy.
She’s incredible. God bless you danay ❤️❤️❤️
Love 💕 love this beautiful story of recovery I pray for the same for my son god bless you
Danay you are not bad at all, so happy to know that you are getting theraphy and also the much needed help.
Your AMAZING!!! Very inspiring , this Video needs to be in Every rehab, hospital.. 😊
Really brave and courageous!!!
I loooove this woman's story. She's such a beacon while sharing it✨️
Glory be to God. God Bless you beautiful soul. Thank you for your honesty and sharing. Xxxooo
God was always there to guide you on the right path.🌹🕊🌹🕊
Bless you dear soul. Thank you for sharing your journey. I can totally relate to your story. Especially when you talk about the relapse part. When one gets that taste of sobriety and then it's taken away. Ugh 😭 So sad..I know that feeling of disappointment and sadness. Anyways, I hope you are well and happy wherever you are on your path today ❤ I so appreciate this video and your words. You seem like such a bright light. The thoughts you've shared on here has probably helped a lot of people. Thank you
HIS name is JESUS! We can't do it, only HE can, HE is the only way to make sure you're definitely set free from the addiction, no matter the addiction (sin)💝 HOLY GOD loves us so much 💝 John 3:16 KJV💝 Thank you for sharing Danay, and the way you explained how you felt going through and coming out💝
This was a beautiful story! The video kind of skipped where she said she wound up in Harris county jail, but didn’t say why?
Same. I’ve played it back. What did she do?
Thank you so much watching my story. It's a very freeing feeling to be vulnerable and share my truth with others, not every single detail of my past needs to be shared. I hope you didn't miss the point that sobriety is life changing and that anyone can overcome it if they have faith in themselves.
@@Blackcatt704 she doesn’t want to say. Then why bring it up? It’s suppose to be All about the truth right? 🤷♀️
God bless you Sister Queen thank you for your story you never know if it just reaches one person it is totally worth it I'm proud of you you go girl may God continue to lead you, guide you, direct you and protect you I love you and Jesus loves you more!
Congrats on your success
I'm proud of you. You ROCK!
Your story helped me
Thankyou for sharing!!
You are a powerfull woman. i'm proud of you. I love you even though we don't know each other. Keep on baby i wish you the best from spain.
I started smoking cigarettes since i was like 9rs old & by 12 I started smoking weed & then by 18 I started doing lean & mushrooms & Ive been doing those drugs since all through my 20s & now Im 32yes old & I survived an overdose of lean early this year & that is what made me stop doing lean & I stopped smoking cigarettes & weed & I'm in the process of getting my body cleaned up & I recently started exercising & running & I drink a lot of water & herbal stuff & I changed my diet. I struggled with addiction for years & I stopped & then started back doing it again but this time at this point in my life, that overdose was a wake up call for me & Im proud of myself for beating addition because its not an easy thing to do & I encourage all these young people who are struggling with addiction to stop & dont wait for something to happen to you like me & stop now.
This one makes me cry