@@justtradin4456I don’t know any democrats who would give kids hard drugs, or be cool with that. A few might smoke weed or drink with their kids (teens), but I’ve seen Republicans and Independents do that. It’s not about political party affiliation. The only people I’ve met who gave their kids hard drugs were seriously addicted. Addiction does not discriminate.
@@justtradin4456When people have severe addiction, they are not able to reason logically, which accounts for some giving kids drugs. And there are people who will sell to kids, or at least not ID them, to make money. Not just dealers, though that’s part of it, but pharmaceutical companies, as well.
He had the tenacity and drive to extradite himself from a terrible childhood. His current situation really shows the power of addiction as well as what a concoction of negative family dynamics, lack of processing trauma, and a potentially biological as well as chemical fatalistic view can do to ambush health. Praying for you David, you have incredible clarity and wisdom, praying for your strength and will to live.
This one hit me hard. My father's name is David and this David definitely reminds me of him. My father passed away in 2000. 22 years now. I was 15. He battled with his own demons until the end. An end that was way too soon. I for one....as well as my three sisters....was not ready for that loss. I miss him every single day. David please hold on and see your value in this world.
Hey Mark,i Loved the Podcast with Rogan..So many peaple that say "don't just record,help them" have no idea how much effort you put into this channel and and behind the scenes of how much you come out of pocket every day for security and pay to do these interviews...Thank's for all of the awesome work you put into this channel.. Merry Christmas & happy new year to you and you're family
I feel for this guy. Back injuries are horrific. I had a back injury earlier this year and I totally understand the desperation of trying to be pain free. Fortunately, due to some amazing doctors I’m pain free today. But being in pain everyday - all day can absolutely do things to diminish your mental stability. I wish David freedom from his addiction
Obviously a man with a fine intellect and a past that seemed to catch up with him, If there was one wish for 2023 it is this - these videos should be shown in all schools in the U.S./UK and the western world to show what drugs can do. ALSO (and people miss this point), videos like these should be shown to prospective parents so they understand how important parenting is - not everyone commits enough as a parent to ensure that our kids don't end up like this. I love your work Mark, don't ever stop,
So painful to listen to. More so because I can hear the rational human suffering but unable to find a way through. I think these films are very important. We need to be witnesses for David’s life. If we don’t listen we can’t make changes.
I couldn’t agree with you more. The amount of shame coming through on this interview, it’s crippling. Addiction is no joke and I speak from experience. But we can recover and have an amazing life. It all comes with willingness. This man is inspiring, even through the pain. Keep it going David, don’t give up. You know what life looks like sober.
His pain is palpable for me. I hope he can make his way to firmer ground soon. It’s so hard. People don’t understand the grip depression has on people. 😢
This man has so much pain and hurt and shame. Breaks my heart. He seems like such a good man . I hope he gets the help he needs and can have a good life.
Damn, this one brought me to tears. Hope you get clean again David. If you did it once you sure as hell can make it happen again! Good luck man. You’re not alone. You have an entire audience rooting for you and a family waiting for you on the other side!
It seems like life really kicks the feet out from under some people no matter how hard they try. It makes me angry & sad that this is the way it is for some.
I once had someone say to me, 'You do everything right, yet know matter how hard you try something always comes along and fucks it up'. That was said to me over a decade ago and I still remember it to this day because, it was a confirmation for what I was feeling inside. I think a lot of us who come from destructive homes and lives tend to have that grey cloud over our heads all the time. It's deeply depressing and can cause a lot of anger over the years. If your life isn't like that, be thankful everyday for all that you have and all that you don't have.
@@teezo2917 there was under interviews with past employees at one of his jobs saying he was fired for stealing and not the reason he said and also it wasnt a insane paying job like he led on his wife also said in the video. I seen it somewhere like a month ago on IG. I get him overemphasizing and stuff to make it sound more sadder so I dnt blame him... either way it's not his fault it's the drugs and I hope him the best
This guy's depression is so formidable that it overcame me. The drugs are obviously major but I wish he would get into a dual treatment placement to address both. He's hardly had a chance since childhood but obviously has talent and certainly worth. I'm a psychotherapist and know this. Please go for it bro. Just realize you can and should do it. Think what you can give! Think what you will get!
This resonates with me on so many levels. My father committed suicide in 2013. I started my addiction with hydrocodone and made my way to fentanyl patches. Once the pressed pills started coming around I almost lost everything. I have been clean since march of 2022. I’m now married and have a daughter on the way. I wont pretend that I’m not scared of relapsing, and with that same statement I still want to use. I have no feeling of excitement or idea of getting high, it’s just something I can’t explain but my mind for some reason longs for it. That’s the honest truth from my experience, and anyone going through this I’m sorry I can’t give you a since of hope, all I can say is stay strong and hopefully more information comes out one day on how opiates effect the brain after long term use. This is my reality. And it scares me to death. If David can contact me please reach out. Please.
So many of these begin with chaos at home in their childhood. The constant moving around and lack of consistency really affects children. I hope he can get his life around. ❤
Hearing this reminded me of the pain and suffering of drug dependency. The shame, guilt and self hatred makes it worse than just the physical addiction. Hope he finds ☮️ peace again.
Mark I just found your channel after watching rogan…I am blown away!! I personally have 5 years clean and saw a lot of bad shit in my hay day …thank you for giving these people the opportunity to get help and try to get their lives together
David, I don't know if you will ever see this, but please don't give up. Keep trying. Your video has touched me. I am a recovering h addict as well...life is never perfect on this side either, and it takes hell to get here, but I have faith in your ability to make it back.
I relate to you a lot, David. I feel like I’m wasting my life and potential away and it all stems from childhood. Life just continuously kicks me down no matter how hard I try. I hope we can find some peace ❤
David! I will be praying for you to get sober!!! You can do it. I know you are a strong man who just had a series of bad luck. You are a wonderful person. I can tell. You want a better life for yourself. Please please let yourself live it!! Prayers!!!
David, you are an incredibly capable human being. Not only do I have faith in you beating this, but I think you could be an amazing guiding light for others. You got this ♥️
Nah, he's fucked, some people don't get that many chances and this guy was very unlucky. Be grateful for what you have and don't take a healthy life for granted.
I'm glad you're doing these videos and putting a spotlight where there has been darkness fo so long. The first part, understanding, is always the hardest.
What an inspiration this man is. I wish he didn't feel so much shame and guilt. To be in the clutches of addiction and unable to trust himself to get out. I hope he escapes. He will be bale to help so many others. He is quite lovable and valuable even at his lowest.
It's almost as though you can feel the pain he is in. I hope this next rehab helps and he has the umph to stick with it. Then do a new interview! I'm counting on you man!
I hope to God he finds the strength to quit. He sounds like such an amazing, smart man who truly does want to change but is terrified to do so. David , if you by chance read this , we are rooting for you and you got this . Put God first and foremost and turn to him when you're in need. Be blessed and I hope that you overcome this.
I been sober 14 years this month. He will never get clean with the attitude "I can't" Truth is you "can't" but help is available....people can't help you "want" to be clean you do that all by yourself
@@brunettebarbie777 we all do. I had to lay down for 4 days throwing up green slime and I didn't sleep a wink. But on day five I could start taking a little piece of Suboxone and every day after it got better and better..
@@dementedproductions87 Yes I caught that. When I said "hope you manage / get lucky and find a way back" it implied your are out , but I wish luck and get sober or at least some peace of spirit.
David, I pray you're able to get the help you deserve. I pray you're able to get clean and sober and get back to your family and a life you love and can be proud of. You're very intelligent, educated and well spoken. You could help a lot of people by telling your story and being an advocate for others who have suffered both mentally and physically. I wish you all the best
David, thank you for sharing your powerful story. Life has handed you very difficult cards … Please don’t lose hope. We are rooting for you! I pray that life is more gentler on you going forward.
I thought no where fent is so hard to kick is the tranquilliser in it. I was on tranqs for 14 years and it's the most difficult to conquer. It was a long hard road, but I did it on my own. The worst is dealing with your pain and feelings when they return🙏💜
I feel like I'm fairly "successful" in life. I have a job i pay my bills. Man you have done so much more than me in your life in much much smaller amounts of time when you were doing better. You can do it again, for good. I hope you succeed man. You deserve love.
Keep fighting david. Fight for that life you want and deserve. You seem like such a great person. Very aware that this isn’t the life you want. You can do this!!
@@GyroLamb I live in a poor southern state and we do have free rehabs. I have had other people comment that there's no free rehab. Believe it or not there's some in the Atlanta area, you just have to do your homework. Promise
@@GyroLambThe rehab he mentioned that he has an appointment at in Long Beach, is funded by Los Angeles County, so he won’t have to pay anything out of pocket.
Absolutely stunningly beautiful camerawork. So simple, yet profound. I play piano… but it is like a simple song yet everyone likes. Love your work. Thank you
I hope that David can build belief in himself and continue to remember that he's created good things in his life before, he can do it again and most of all know that he's worth it. Thank you Mark for the work that you do! You don't just hand out opinions about people who struggle, you talk to them and give them a voice.
David you can bounce back. You can find a good place again. You’ve already done it before. Quitting anything is going to be difficult but you have to do it. In you’re heart your too intelligent not to know this. You can do it!! Many people who have taken the knocks you have had would not be standing. You are so articulate and have much insight to share and inspire. Keep believing because I believe in you.🙏❤️.x
David’s story literally struggles me😢 David you can do that, please! You are too precious to live this kind of life 😫 you can do, it s the harder part but you can do everything ❤
Wow, he’s beautiful. Hard to see how much pain he’s been stuffing down. You know that when he faces a lot of those memories and takes responsibility for changing his mindset and his future then he will be clean and happy. God bless this one. 🙏🏼 send the angels
He got a masters degree n married a doctor n got on drugs from injury? Give me a break. Mark has said these people are compulsive liars in personal interviews. As a fully recovered person I smell complete bullshit. First step to recovery is honesty.
@@jamesanderson3537 I noticed that statement too. That he wouldn't be telling all this I'd he didn't need a payout. Not sure if that says more about him or these channels. Awareness is important though, but there's got to be a cost to it. Thank you for prompting the thought. I'm guessing all the people interviewed get paid. I thought it was upstanding that he acknowledged that he's sharing all this for the money. Mark, how much is the typical pay?
You're an amazing man, David. I know you're stronger than this Monster of addiction. Kick it to the curb for good! Wishing you nothing less than all the happiness & health & success in the world! Good luck! You got this!
I know many people talk bad about suboxen , saying it’s trading one drug for another. What it does do for you tho is allow you to live a normal life and maintain a good job or go to school and become something . The problem is when you get sober you get depressed about how little you do have or the fact you have nothing to look forward to or something bigger then yourself. It’s shame but subs allow you to get to a good spot where you have a career and a family and something to actually look forward to instead of only getting high to be happy .
I totally agree with you. When he gets to the rehab maybe he will get on Suboxen. David can also get dentures which will help him feel so much better about himself.
For what ever its worth I'll say all the best David. Hoping you find a way out of this trap that doesn't involve death and is good for you. You've had a rough go i wish you success bro
David... you can overcome this addiction. You have so much to live for, and obviously a lot to give to the world and your family/friends. I know the cards are against you from using since age 14 on and off, but it IS possible. Love and prayers to you. 💕
I feel bad for this man. I know people who have this addiction, or similar and as much as you may care for them you have to let them go to save yourself. He sounds rational, but someone you love who has this addiction can take you down the ultimate rabbit hole. He is the only one who can save himself.
He's a scary mix of intelligence, addicted, desperation. I could see myself trusting him and he would take every penny I have. He knows he needs to help himself. He could use inpatient detox but he needs to change his attitude first.
This is like a mirror image ... This drug doesnt matter who you are, where your at in life, or what your plans were. If you have that addictive mental like alot of these 10+ year Opiate users like me (IV fentanyl) it will open a trapped door even after you thought you were at the bottom. My prob is the guilt & the hate / depression for myself. I just see that I'm a lost soul I've lost all my teeth and its one of the biggest things that keeps me down everyday. He hit me when he said he wishs it was him dead instead of them. If I never get to be legitimately happy and sober I hope you do man. Much love from New Orleans
I pray that he gets it together. Opioids are so highly addictive, once he suffered that injury, when he got on those pain killers, it's like muscle memory. He is emotionally intelligence enough to know what he needs to do, just hope that he has the where withal on this upcoming rehab that he will succeed! 💖
I wish David the best. I know! I know! I know! Stay strong!! Everyone will say it's up to him to fix it.....easy to say.....but it is the only thing. LEARN HOW TO STAND ON YOUR OWN TWO FEET DAVID.
I sympathize with his statement on suboxone- "I don't want to be on anything". But suboxone saved my life after repeated rehabs and relapses. And after a little while, it's doesn't feel like you are on anything. Plus, there is injection now available for suboxone that is much easier to ween off when the time comes.
i lost my dad december 2021 to an overdose. i’m in tears watching this. i’m praying for you & truly wish you the best. i wish i could directly help or talk to him!! does he have any socials ?
I notice that family always ends up turning there backs on these people. SMH. That’s really leaves no hope. Truly sad how lack of love makes people spiral downward. The world really needs love.
My heart goes out to you David. As someone who has detoxed and have 10 years sober…..it is possible. I did it cold turkey at home. Fight for yourself. I hope you will see you are worth it.
David you're an inspiration, believe in yourself. You're an amazing individual. You're not self-destructive you are doing everything in your power to heal!
I think people underestimate the effect an injury can have on the mind. It can be crushing. Especially the back, there’s not much you can do without it right ? Not even laying down. Heavy shit overall, goddamn.
Is it really a choice to be optimistic or pessimistic? Is our way of looking at life inherent or learned? How much do childhood circumstances affect our basic attitude towards life? Can a lack of self knowledge and self proximity be a main factor in determining our attitude and outlook on life in general? I want this man to succeed in life and know true peace and happiness as do so many others. I send nothing but hope and high vibes to my brother telling his story here. One day we all go back home. This is our playground and one day we'll finally grow up and figure that out. One day we collectively know who we are, where we come from, why we are here. This is my vision of our future and once we figure out everything is a gift to us including our bodies then we will comprehend the difference between things we place value on and things that are invaluable.
Whoever's giving 14-16 year olds heroin need to be treated like child predators.
@@justtradin4456I don’t know any democrats who would give kids hard drugs, or be cool with that. A few might smoke weed or drink with their kids (teens), but I’ve seen Republicans and Independents do that. It’s not about political party affiliation. The only people I’ve met who gave their kids hard drugs were seriously addicted. Addiction does not discriminate.
@@justtradin4456When people have severe addiction, they are not able to reason logically, which accounts for some giving kids drugs. And there are people who will sell to kids, or at least not ID them, to make money. Not just dealers, though that’s part of it, but pharmaceutical companies, as well.
@JustTradin' Don Jr ya mean
He had the tenacity and drive to extradite himself from a terrible childhood. His current situation really shows the power of addiction as well as what a concoction of negative family dynamics, lack of processing trauma, and a potentially biological as well as chemical fatalistic view can do to ambush health. Praying for you David, you have incredible clarity and wisdom, praying for your strength and will to live.
Well-put. Thought te same, though couldn´t have expressed it better than you did.
@@frostythesnowman6151 Thank you, that's very kind.
This one hit me hard. My father's name is David and this David definitely reminds me of him.
My father passed away in 2000. 22 years now. I was 15.
He battled with his own demons until the end.
An end that was way too soon.
I for one....as well as my three sisters....was not ready for that loss.
I miss him every single day.
David please hold on and see your value in this world.
Hey Mark,i Loved the Podcast with Rogan..So many peaple that say "don't just record,help them" have no idea how much effort you put into this channel and and behind the scenes of how much you come out of pocket every day for security and pay to do these interviews...Thank's for all of the awesome work you put into this channel.. Merry Christmas & happy new year to you and you're family
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@@keithbronson9777
What you laughing at??
I feel for this guy. Back injuries are horrific. I had a back injury earlier this year and I totally understand the desperation of trying to be pain free. Fortunately, due to some amazing doctors I’m pain free today. But being in pain everyday - all day can absolutely do things to diminish your mental stability. I wish David freedom from his addiction
Obviously a man with a fine intellect and a past that seemed to catch up with him, If there was one wish for 2023 it is this - these videos should be shown in all schools in the U.S./UK and the western world to show what drugs can do. ALSO (and people miss this point), videos like these should be shown to prospective parents so they understand how important parenting is - not everyone commits enough as a parent to ensure that our kids don't end up like this. I love your work Mark, don't ever stop,
Bravo!
Hes a liar and idiot
Show the POLICE FORCES..
So painful to listen to. More so because I can hear the rational human suffering but unable to find a way through. I think these films are very important. We need to be witnesses for David’s life. If we don’t listen we can’t make changes.
I couldn’t agree with you more. The amount of shame coming through on this interview, it’s crippling. Addiction is no joke and I speak from experience. But we can recover and have an amazing life. It all comes with willingness. This man is inspiring, even through the pain. Keep it going David, don’t give up. You know what life looks like sober.
Perfectly said
@@hbaugh03
Congrats Heather
Blessings of long term creative sobriety from ol' long suffering "dependent"
I love your comment and whole heartedly agree.
Change begins in the home. Much more awareness and help is needed with regards to DV.
This one is extra heartbreaking for some reason. I hope he gets well soon -- he wants it.
His pain is palpable for me. I hope he can make his way to firmer ground soon. It’s so hard. People don’t understand the grip depression has on people. 😢
This man has so much pain and hurt and shame. Breaks my heart. He seems like such a good man . I hope he gets the help he needs and can have a good life.
Damn, this one brought me to tears. Hope you get clean again David. If you did it once you sure as hell can make it happen again! Good luck man. You’re not alone. You have an entire audience rooting for you and a family waiting for you on the other side!
It seems like life really kicks the feet out from under some people no matter how hard they try. It makes me angry & sad that this is the way it is for some.
I once had someone say to me, 'You do everything right, yet know matter how hard you try something always comes along and fucks it up'. That was said to me over a decade ago and I still remember it to this day because, it was a confirmation for what I was feeling inside.
I think a lot of us who come from destructive homes and lives tend to have that grey cloud over our heads all the time. It's deeply depressing and can cause a lot of anger over the years. If your life isn't like that, be thankful everyday for all that you have and all that you don't have.
Exactly it’s not fair…
... especially since there was a way to prevent at least substance abuse 40 - 50 yrs ago.
Too late now tho
Me too 💙
He has free will and puts the needle in his arm. So many times in this story he makes bad decisions.
It's sad to see such a sound mind fall victim to substances. I hope he gets through it and turns over a new leaf
Some of the stuff he said was 100% lies about the more successful parts of his past he said but i still wish him the best and a healthy recovery
@@tuelzalt how do you know
@@teezo2917 there was under interviews with past employees at one of his jobs saying he was fired for stealing and not the reason he said and also it wasnt a insane paying job like he led on his wife also said in the video. I seen it somewhere like a month ago on IG. I get him overemphasizing and stuff to make it sound more sadder so I dnt blame him... either way it's not his fault it's the drugs and I hope him the best
This guy's depression is so formidable that it overcame me. The drugs are obviously major but I wish he would get into a dual treatment placement to address both. He's hardly had a chance since childhood but obviously has talent and certainly worth. I'm a psychotherapist and know this. Please go for it bro. Just realize you can and should do it. Think what you can give! Think what you will get!
This resonates with me on so many levels. My father committed suicide in 2013. I started my addiction with hydrocodone and made my way to fentanyl patches. Once the pressed pills started coming around I almost lost everything. I have been clean since march of 2022. I’m now married and have a daughter on the way. I wont pretend that I’m not scared of relapsing, and with that same statement I still want to use. I have no feeling of excitement or idea of getting high, it’s just something I can’t explain but my mind for some reason longs for it. That’s the honest truth from my experience, and anyone going through this I’m sorry I can’t give you a since of hope, all I can say is stay strong and hopefully more information comes out one day on how opiates effect the brain after long term use. This is my reality. And it scares me to death.
If David can contact me please reach out. Please.
he better avoid europe.
Stay strong you'll have that feeling for a couple yeaes......
This was too short. How heartbreaking. You are loved
Much love brother and best wishes stay safe. Fellow Princeton born, lived in the Mexican village. Good luck, brother 🤘❤️
So many of these begin with chaos at home in their childhood. The constant moving around and lack of consistency really affects children. I hope he can get his life around. ❤
Hearing this reminded me of the pain and suffering of drug dependency. The shame, guilt and self hatred makes it worse than just the physical addiction. Hope he finds ☮️ peace again.
Mark I just found your channel after watching rogan…I am blown away!! I personally have 5 years clean and saw a lot of bad shit in my hay day …thank you for giving these people the opportunity to get help and try to get their lives together
David, I don't know if you will ever see this, but please don't give up. Keep trying. Your video has touched me. I am a recovering h addict as well...life is never perfect on this side either, and it takes hell to get here, but I have faith in your ability to make it back.
I relate to you a lot, David. I feel like I’m wasting my life and potential away and it all stems from childhood. Life just continuously kicks me down no matter how hard I try. I hope we can find some peace ❤
David! I will be praying for you to get sober!!! You can do it. I know you are a strong man who just had a series of bad luck. You are a wonderful person. I can tell. You want a better life for yourself. Please please let yourself live it!!
Prayers!!!
David, you are an incredibly capable human being. Not only do I have faith in you beating this, but I think you could be an amazing guiding light for others. You got this ♥️
Hi this is david your comment made me cringe so i stop doing drugs thanks
I hòpe so 🙏🙏🙏
Nah, he's fucked, some people don't get that many chances and this guy was very unlucky.
Be grateful for what you have and don't take a healthy life for granted.
I'm glad you're doing these videos and putting a spotlight where there has been darkness fo so long. The first part, understanding, is always the hardest.
What an inspiration this man is. I wish he didn't feel so much shame and guilt. To be in the clutches of addiction and unable to trust himself to get out. I hope he escapes. He will be bale to help so many others. He is quite lovable and valuable even at his lowest.
It's almost as though you can feel the pain he is in. I hope this next rehab helps and he has the umph to stick with it. Then do a new interview! I'm counting on you man!
Pain of a liar
he seems so DANGEROUS...
My dude, my heart breaks.
I hope to God he finds the strength to quit. He sounds like such an amazing, smart man who truly does want to change but is terrified to do so.
David , if you by chance read this , we are rooting for you and you got this . Put God first and foremost and turn to him when you're in need. Be blessed and I hope that you overcome this.
I'm sure getting these things off of his chest and talking about his traumas will help him so so much, Hoping for the best for ya David
wish you the best david, i hope youll be okay
I been sober 14 years this month. He will never get clean with the attitude "I can't"
Truth is you "can't" but help is available....people can't help you "want" to be clean you do that all by yourself
This is so eye-opening. I hope the very very best for you David. This isn’t the end, I feel for you heavy.
I wish you the best David. I was a addict too. I never forget the pain and destruction I caused, but there’s hope if you quit using.
Committing to Suboxone is the easiest way to not go through horrible weeks of withdrawals.. I completely gave my life back to me..
i struggle making it to the 24 hr mark
@@brunettebarbie777 we all do. I had to lay down for 4 days throwing up green slime and I didn't sleep a wink. But on day five I could start taking a little piece of Suboxone and every day after it got better and better..
I’m only 2 mins in But it goes to show you never judge a book by its cover, dude is very well spoken
Prayers to you brother! Addiction sucks for sure...... it's a never ending battle one of my hardest things to overcome in life.
Grateful for this. Have been sober for some time and this really scares me. Anyone of us could be him.
@@dementedproductions87 It a complex problem. I hope you manage/ get lucky and find a way back.
@@dementedproductions87 Yes I caught that. When I said "hope you manage / get lucky and find a way back" it implied your are out , but I wish luck and get sober or at least some peace of spirit.
David, I pray you're able to get the help you deserve. I pray you're able to get clean and sober and get back to your family and a life you love and can be proud of. You're very intelligent, educated and well spoken. You could help a lot of people by telling your story and being an advocate for others who have suffered both mentally and physically. I wish you all the best
David, thank you for sharing your powerful story. Life has handed you very difficult cards … Please don’t lose hope. We are rooting for you! I pray that life is more gentler on you going forward.
Came here after listening to the Joe Rogan podcast. This work is SO important, thank you for showing us real humanity
I grew up on heroin too. So glad that I got out before fent got big.
Wish you the best of luck David.
I thought no where fent is so hard to kick is the tranquilliser in it. I was on tranqs for 14 years and it's the most difficult to conquer. It was a long hard road, but I did it on my own. The worst is dealing with your pain and feelings when they return🙏💜
Such a good soul please man go to rehab I've been to16 rehabs and I got 3,5 years this time never give up
I feel like I'm fairly "successful" in life. I have a job i pay my bills. Man you have done so much more than me in your life in much much smaller amounts of time when you were doing better. You can do it again, for good. I hope you succeed man. You deserve love.
Dude he had no masters degree.
he knows all about chemicals and LINGO.
Thank you mark appreciate you man god bless you and all who may come across this and happy holidays 💯💪
Keep fighting david. Fight for that life you want and deserve. You seem like such a great person. Very aware that this isn’t the life you want. You can do this!!
This was one so sad. Feel so bad for him. Seems like such a nice guy. Hope you make it, David. ❤
Good morning all. Hope this reaches everyone in great health and happiness❤️🙏😎
Good morning, hope you and the rest of the SWU crew had a merry Christmas ✌️🤘
@@RealmCenter40 was an absolutely beautiful but very chilly Christmas. I hope you and yours are not only surviving but thriving🥶❤️🙏
Thank you ! You as well
He doesn’t want alternatives but will use fentanyl. I hope this guy gets clean. He’s got a future if he can kill the demons.
Such a great guy!!! So smart and kind. Best of luck to him in his efforts to get sober. He has so much to give.
David, don't waste away. Go get help while you still are capable . Time flies, don't get stuck. Peace and love to ya.❤❤❤
Yes!
ha you know how expensive rehab is to people like this? Even people who make decent money can't afford rehabs.
@@GyroLamb I live in a poor southern state and we do have free rehabs. I have had other people comment that there's no free rehab. Believe it or not there's some in the Atlanta area, you just have to do your homework. Promise
I’m a regular hood dude that does food reviews on my UA-cam channel bro
@@GyroLambThe rehab he mentioned that he has an appointment at in Long Beach, is funded by Los Angeles County, so he won’t have to pay anything out of pocket.
Good morning…how was everyone’s Christmas? I pray blessed and beyond
Absolutely stunningly beautiful camerawork. So simple, yet profound. I play piano… but it is like a simple song yet everyone likes. Love your work. Thank you
I hope that David can build belief in himself and continue to remember that he's created good things in his life before, he can do it again and most of all know that he's worth it.
Thank you Mark for the work that you do! You don't just hand out opinions about people who struggle, you talk to them and give them a voice.
Where there is life, there is hope. Hang in there.
David you can bounce back. You can find a good place again. You’ve already done it before. Quitting anything is going to be difficult but you have to do it. In you’re heart your too intelligent not to know this. You can do it!! Many people who have taken the knocks you have had would not be standing. You are so articulate and have much insight to share and inspire. Keep believing because I believe in you.🙏❤️.x
"People are going to come and go, learn how to stand on your own too"
I hope his appt on Tuesday for rehab went well & he's back on the road to recovery... 👍 What a sweet guy. ❤
David’s story literally struggles me😢 David you can do that, please! You are too precious to live this kind of life 😫 you can do, it s the harder part but you can do everything ❤
Wow, he’s beautiful. Hard to see how much pain he’s been stuffing down. You know that when he faces a lot of those memories and takes responsibility for changing his mindset and his future then he will be clean and happy. God bless this one. 🙏🏼 send the angels
That was so heavy . And those last words were so powerful. Thank you David your right brother
He got a masters degree n married a doctor n got on drugs from injury? Give me a break. Mark has said these people are compulsive liars in personal interviews. As a fully recovered person I smell complete bullshit. First step to recovery is honesty.
He admitted he wants a payout . He gives recovered addicts a bad name
He is kinda stretching it
I jumped ship after that😮😮😮
@@jamesanderson3537 I noticed that statement too. That he wouldn't be telling all this I'd he didn't need a payout. Not sure if that says more about him or these channels. Awareness is important though, but there's got to be a cost to it. Thank you for prompting the thought. I'm guessing all the people interviewed get paid. I thought it was upstanding that he acknowledged that he's sharing all this for the money. Mark, how much is the typical pay?
You may not know it, or see it David, but there is someone that know you, that needs you and the internal strength you have.
You are a great interviewer. Nicely done! I wish you And your channel the best of luck.
This one was very heavy. I hope David can get clean and get his life back. He deserves it. Wishing him the best of luck. 💖
Stay strong David we all believe in YOU!
You're an amazing man, David.
I know you're stronger than this Monster of addiction. Kick it to the curb for good!
Wishing you nothing less than all the happiness & health & success in the world!
Good luck! You got this!
I know many people talk bad about suboxen , saying it’s trading one drug for another. What it does do for you tho is allow you to live a normal life and maintain a good job or go to school and become something . The problem is when you get sober you get depressed about how little you do have or the fact you have nothing to look forward to or something bigger then yourself. It’s shame but subs allow you to get to a good spot where you have a career and a family and something to actually look forward to instead of only getting high to be happy .
I totally agree with you. When he gets to the rehab maybe he will get on Suboxen. David can also get dentures which will help him feel so much better about himself.
rehab centers are a joke. people can leave when they want. you got to literally lock addicts away for the needed time and force them clean.
I shouldn’t be angry but I am. I am angry when I see fentanyl addicts living life, and my sister lost her life to fentanyl. :,(
For what ever its worth I'll say all the best David. Hoping you find a way out of this trap that doesn't involve death and is good for you. You've had a rough go i wish you success bro
Dude is so fucking well spoken, makes me sad.
David... you can overcome this addiction. You have so much to live for, and obviously a lot to give to the world and your family/friends. I know the cards are against you from using since age 14 on and off, but it IS possible. Love and prayers to you. 💕
Poor guy just exudes pain, sadness and despair.
Accomplished a lot that you can be proud about, I heard GED, Coast Guard, Body Building, and a Degree! Congrats bro on all the good stuff.
I love you brother! You deserve peace, you deserve happiness. I’m rooting for you and I believe in you. I can tell you have a good heart.
Such a touching story. I will say he kind of looks like Abraham Lincoln if he lived in L.A. in the 21st century
I feel bad for this man. I know people who have this addiction, or similar and as much as you may care for them you have to let them go to save yourself. He sounds rational, but someone you love who has this addiction can take you down the ultimate rabbit hole. He is the only one who can save himself.
I hope you're well, David. Personal experience makes me relate to you more than you can know. Find a way to recover, when you're ready.
He's a scary mix of intelligence, addicted, desperation. I could see myself trusting him and he would take every penny I have. He knows he needs to help himself. He could use inpatient detox but he needs to change his attitude first.
This is like a mirror image ...
This drug doesnt matter who you are, where your at in life, or what your plans were. If you have that addictive mental like alot of these 10+ year Opiate users like me (IV fentanyl) it will open a trapped door even after you thought you were at the bottom.
My prob is the guilt & the hate / depression for myself. I just see that I'm a lost soul I've lost all my teeth and its one of the biggest things that keeps me down everyday. He hit me when he said he wishs it was him dead instead of them.
If I never get to be legitimately happy and sober I hope you do man. Much love from New Orleans
I wish you recovery and peace of mind in 2023
I pray that he gets it together. Opioids are so highly addictive, once he suffered that injury, when he got on those pain killers, it's like muscle memory. He is emotionally intelligence enough to know what he needs to do, just hope that he has the where withal on this upcoming rehab that he will succeed! 💖
I wish David the best. I know! I know! I know! Stay strong!! Everyone will say it's up to him to fix it.....easy to say.....but it is the only thing. LEARN HOW TO STAND ON YOUR OWN TWO FEET DAVID.
I sympathize with his statement on suboxone- "I don't want to be on anything". But suboxone saved my life after repeated rehabs and relapses. And after a little while, it's doesn't feel like you are on anything. Plus, there is injection now available for suboxone that is much easier to ween off when the time comes.
i lost my dad december 2021 to an overdose. i’m in tears watching this. i’m praying for you & truly wish you the best. i wish i could directly help or talk to him!! does he have any socials ?
Hang in there David and I hope you can get the help you need! Life is hard out here but I have faith in you 💛
Definitely hope to hear an update on this person.
this one was very tough.. praying for you David you got this
I'm praying for you, David. You are so worthy of a good life. Please keep the hope.
Prayer doesn't work. If it did there wouldn't be this website. When you are on the bottom all you have is hope. Hope goes when you have everything.
I notice that family always ends up turning there backs on these people. SMH. That’s really leaves no hope. Truly sad how lack of love makes people spiral downward. The world really needs love.
I rarely comment on these… My heart hurts for you, David. Keep your hope held tight in your hands. I believe you can find the life you wish for again.
Praying for your recovery!!!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💜💜
My heart goes out to you David. As someone who has detoxed and have 10 years sober…..it is possible. I did it cold turkey at home. Fight for yourself. I hope you will see you are worth it.
“I came out here to surf” bro is on a whole other wave 🌊
There is always hope, David. Please keep trying, I'm sure Mark will help, you can do this! Good luck!
Feel for this guy. Hope he turns it around again. Consistency brother. Stay consistent.
David you're an inspiration, believe in yourself. You're an amazing individual. You're not self-destructive you are doing everything in your power to heal!
Really smart, highly capable man. I wish him well and hope he can find happiness.
This is so sad and definitely hard to hear. I believe he will come out on top. There's still a soul can rise above. Much love
I think people underestimate the effect an injury can have on the mind. It can be crushing. Especially the back, there’s not much you can do without it right ? Not even laying down.
Heavy shit overall, goddamn.
Is it really a choice to be optimistic or pessimistic? Is our way of looking at life inherent or learned? How much do childhood circumstances affect our basic attitude towards life? Can a lack of self knowledge and self proximity be a main factor in determining our attitude and outlook on life in general? I want this man to succeed in life and know true peace and happiness as do so many others. I send nothing but hope and high vibes to my brother telling his story here. One day we all go back home. This is our playground and one day we'll finally grow up and figure that out. One day we collectively know who we are, where we come from, why we are here. This is my vision of our future and once we figure out everything is a gift to us including our bodies then we will comprehend the difference between things we place value on and things that are invaluable.
💯👋