Fentanyl and Crystal Meth Addict-Brandon
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Brandon, a fentanyl and crystal meth addict in Los Angeles.
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Mark, this was an incredible interview. I was a classmate of Brandon's... my heart aches. Unfortunately, he has recently passed away. Addiction is a terrible, terrible thing.
Oh no!! 😢 I really hoped he was gonna get help
Damn. ☹️
😢💔
This sucks :( Thanks for telling us.
I’m so sorry to hear this. I was hoping he went home and got clean.
The guy he rescued this morning from overdosing, opened his eyes and asked “who are you?” 100% wondered if he was face to face with Jesus.
Me too ❤!!!!
He was as deep down in every man woman and child is the fundamental image of God, we are all Gods children!
It didn't happen tho. It's a fantasy they have so they feel useful for something, (its like batman for junkies) it's sad but very common. He's a habitual liar you can just tell, no accountability at all, everything is someone's fault except his own.
@@allnaturaledgedesigns you mean Allah and you’re welcome!❤
100% thought he was Alan off the hangover but it was his twin
He has a strong aura about him. He’s hurting in the inside so much but have so much love and knowledge to give. I’m wishing him the absolute best.
Its weird when people think they can tell anything about a person who is on Opiates.
Opiates deaden EVERYTHING in a person. You have no clue whats behind those eyes. I know, because I used to be one. I spent 2 decades of my life surrounded by these people. NOTHING shines through. You are witnessing a facade. His soul is dead. He can be reborn, and rejuvinated, but not until he stops using Opiates.
"Empaths" always be talking about people's "good auras" and shit. It just means the person is good looking lmao
False, you wouldn’t understand unless you are one.
@@wngbjngwwgk but you are not…
@@phyllysanantonio You people aren’t feeling empathy. You’re in your misguided emotions believing whatever you assume about what you’re watching to be true. That’s the biggest problem with social media. Too many ignorant people copying whatever everyone else in the comments is saying instead of speaking their mind they’re spreading false narratives because they believe their assumptions are facts when in reality they’re clueless af. That why you get so triggered easily when comments don’t agree with you and bust your delusion. 😂
It's crazy cause this is how the real story for addicts goes. Word for word. It's sad. His story sounds just like mine. I finally got clean at 31 years old. I'll be 3 years clean in April. I never thought I'd get out but I did and I pray for all addicts to reach recovery and see the beautiful life like I am seeing now cause it is possible it really is. Dont ever feel alone guys there is someone out there that cares. I feel like this guy is the old me sitting in the chair telling his story. Brandon Brother if you read this your loved and you will get clean again and see the beautiful life one day I just know it. Prayers for you
I'm 34 I'll have 3 years clean in April. Same story starting with being a little shit head stealing pain pills. It's wild to see how many people have this exact experience.
It doesnt matter if "someone out there cares". The ONLY person that matters, is the addict themselves. You know this. The cliche, "You have to do it for yourself, no one else", is a cliche because its true. All of us addicts had people smothering us with their love, but we couldnt see it, because we where blinded by the dope, and our own self loathing. No one can overcome addiction until they themselves start to care about themselves.
Unless this man begins to love himself, he will die an addict.
@@toddsmith2381 ya man it is crazy. I was that shit head to stealing my grandma pain pills and money. Congratulations on your sobriety brother
Ty for the hope from my husband and I. We really need it right now❤
@@charlijazminmcintosh1692 you guys will get thru it and come out better for it
It's such a shame when gentle souls like this get swept up in addiction. 13 addicted to pain pills, how can a kid even have a chance? I hope Brandon manages to escape this life, you can tell he's a good person. You deserve better Brandon.
@Yanni damn, not cool man.
True
I think because he has such a gentle soul is why he is addicted. It’s a cruel cruel world out there.
@@StilettoCutsQuick. Very good point. And is a very real result of remaining too soft and emotional passed childhood. Add in additional abuse and trauma that would ruin anyone... But done to a soft gentle emotional sensitive person, this becomes life ending and you spend years going to war with your own self to simple try to find a way to be on earth even one more day.
The torment of the mind in modern man due to such far and fast removal from our natural habitat is unpresidented. The collective chaos and agony and confusion I believe is a powerful and altering force on this entire world. Personally I can FEEL it and hear it and see it... And unless there are those above who have better understandings and grips on our world... I anticipate will be the near end of our species. Surely the end of anything we could relate to the societies that we knew and live in now
I was like oh this guy has same name as me. 6 years clean from fentanyl heroin addiction. He thinks just like me. Anxiety, empathy. I’m lucky to have a nice apartment now, chemistry degree and better life. 31. It is possible to get clean, was hooked since I was 15, all the way to 25
Congratulations! That's amazing. You should feel very proud of yourself! 💯❣️
That’s an impressive turn around.
Wow awesome!!! 👏👏👏
That’s wassup man keep it up! Your strong as hell bro..I lost so many friends from fent last year I don’t even cry anymore smh. But for those who make it through I salute 🫡
❤️
My precious godson passed away from an overdose this past Tuesday. Please keep his siblings in your prayers.
Brandon died? 😢
@@andreadoffigny8599 yes, after further investigation the L.A. police department is now calling his death a homicide
I'm so sorry :/
There is way out for us addicts. Been snorting 1.5 grams of fentanyl everyday for the last 6-7yrs. Started methadone I'm now at 95mg and I don't even use. I'm at 12 days straight. Prior to getting to 95mg I could do every other day or every other couple days and not use and not crave. It works if you work it
@@aliwooz913 I love hearing your story. Keep on going after your goals and the life you would rather have. ❤️
@@aliwooz913dude. I guess. But you are just being given the same exact drug basically but legally.
Thank you for this interview. Brandon is a very likable guy. I'm praying for him.
Send him some soup.
@@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 -- *At first I read "soap."*
@@gordon3186 LOL - I should have just said 'sup' 😅
sadly, he died last month
all that addiction and pain, dude still has more heart than 75% of people
agree %100
Nope. He will steal your money, then help you look for it
Lol more heart? This is just what he’s showing. I bet on the streets especially on skid row he is doing crazy immoral shit like the rest of them.
@@mihe6212 why do you watch these videos?
@@normantaffefiny8227 I don't see anywhere the person you are asking that question to on this thread 💀
best hair in the homeless game for sure
God love him seems like a sweet sensitive well spoken man 😢
@J C thank you
Agree
he really was. Sadly, he passed away last month.
Rest in peace, Poptart. You're free from this terrible disease. Another loved one lost too soon. 😔
Wait this guy died?
Did he die awnser the question
I could relate so much … I was homeless living in a tent at MacArthur Park using Fent and Crystal everyday but now have been sober for a year and working 2 jobs so I wish you the best and hope that you find the strength to surrender your addiction and let God restore your mind, body, and spirit !
Congratulations 🎉🥳 may your life only get better from here!
Man I'm so happy for you. There's not very many of us that makes it out alive. I won't bother listing the people I lost and saw die, you know I'm sure so it makes me so happy to come across people that are clean.
Congratulations and AMEN
Glad you were able to clean up and give God the credit. Many don't, or can't....
We will never know during this lifetime how many times Gods grace keeps us alive.
Brandon is such a caring person. If his story doesn't touch you, you're numb. Brandon, you're young and it is never too late to change your path. Mark, please do an update!
He is so handsome still!! Clean too ...if you could find reason to take the road of treatment for his sake!
@@fatimamelo3858 you sound desperate as hell girl 😂 lol
sadly, he died last month.
I couldn't find anything on him? @@mdpyland
I'm 23 and got off fentanyl this year. Also started Percocet at 15... You remind me alot of myself. Very quiet and polite but I know ALOT is happening " up stairs " in your head. You got this bro. I know how you're feeling,I'm very empathetic too. God bless you and I wish you the best out here man -
- Luis
Brandon really seems like a good person inside. I hope he fights and wins against addiction.
Please give us an update on Brandon. He is my Godson. I spent days looking for him before I found out he had gone to California. I have been so worried about him. I love you Brandon. 😪
As some one who went to school with brandon. I know how tough you are bro, i have complete faith in you. And anything is possible but you know that.
I hope he overcomes this addiction I know him personally to and this is sad af
@@qbaby409 ....
Update...... Pop tart died a few weeks ago 😢😢😢
😢
R.I.P. BRANDON!
Brandon, If you've tried to OD to no avail. It is because you have things to do here. Hearing this, I know that you're going to get clean and change the world. Please get ready to find out who you truly are. You got this! Much Love
Well put, I fully agree
I get the desperation, but he REALLY didn’t try to OD. If you really wanted to accomplish death through an OD it would be easy I don’t care how high your tolerance is.
@@joelow8453 , Not true. I speak from experience. We come in with a life plan and your higher self aka God/ess?! looks out for you. I speak from experience. We all have our guidance, we just have to listen.
@@edie4321 🤦♂️
He'll be a Messiah, or a Manson.
This breaks my heart! I had an opiate addiction as well for years and I'm lucky to be alive. Been clean for about 8 years now, lost my best friend growing up last February. I have a beautiful wife and kids now. I know how it feels having crippling depression and anxiety! I hope this man can find happiness. He seems like a kind soul and I wish nothing but the best for him!
I'm a functioning opioid addict. While it was a very gradual thing, similar to this guy, taking parents meds when I had them, my true addiction didn't start until my late 20s when I had a legit medical issue. From then on (3 years ago) I've gone probably half that time abusing, even if it's in small amounts. But watching your video reminds me that if I were to go any higher dosages than I do, that I may end up penniless homeless.
I'm dependent on oxy for a permanent medical issue. Opiates are nasty aye, it's so hard to not take extra and get high
I was functional for quite a few years. Lot of my friends and family didn't even know. Eventually tho, it escalated. Think about stopping. Think about getting help. I know it feels good. It just almost always ends bad
In EUROPE we not addicted to MEDS like AMERICANS..
@@tuforu4 europe is an irrelevant shithole
@@tuforu4 wow aren’t you awesome? Border’s don’t make you a better person, you guys kill people over football lmao
Brandon, you’re worth so much more than this lifestyle & will do great things in life once you get clean. Sending ❤💪🙏
Someone needs to help this man! For someone who had struggled with addiction as long as he has, he has such a beautiful heart and moving voice! Truly touched!
150$+ a day? by begging? jesus, I should quit my job and try that
I was surprised as well🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Lol. I was homeless in the wrong city. Lucky to get 20 a day in Phoenix. Never used drugs but occasionally bought alcohol to deal with circumstances. Still battling PTSD from what I went through while homeless
That’s more than a job in my town.
This channel really shows how a random person from the street could be very interesting and complex if only someone could listen.
not this lad tho
So very complex. Im questioning every thing Ive ever known
@@jjonez787 😃😃
Man, his story really hits home for me. I hope he can find his way out of this terrible maze
He looks amazingly healthy considering his lifestyle
Its cuz lying zero accountability
No, he’s being truthful I believe. If you’ve been where he’s at you know. Physical and mental things that you can clearly see.
@@Brad.. lol you gullible asf anyone who's been in that life can clearly see he's bs
I commented the same thing.
@Brad J I'm not sure. I absolutely believe that some of these are not real, again not sure on this one. This is L.A., just about every other person is trying to make it in acting. There are definitely some BS artists on this channel just putting money in there pocket or exercising their acting chops.
My niece was 21 when she passed from a drug overdose..I hope this sweet young guy finds his way out of this 💩 and lives a long life.. blessings to him ✌️🙏
Fentanyl has killed so many where I live. On New Year's eve, an 18yo went to a party and decided to try coke for the first time. It was laced. Hadn't even ever smoked a cigarette.
It breaks my damn heart.
I wish case managers would help people sign up for Healthcare and get them into clinics. But then they'd be in danger of being robbed. Stupid cycles.
💔
Lost my stepson to a fentanyl od in a damn detox center . Had been clean for 7 days about to start a year long program. Someone somehow gave him something inside the detox facility/hospital he was supposed to be monitored in .
No narcan no life saving steps were taken . They let him lay there till we drove 3 hours north to have him taken to a funeral home .
I hate this shit . Hate it ! Stop busting users and stop dealers !
They don’t want that , then their justice system would be of no need .
So sad our government promotes hate and war against countries and our own youth .
Oh my god I'm so sorry for your loss...but no narcan given??? While IN a detox facility?! I don't know but sounds like medical negligence to me ...at the very least. It's no different than failing to use defibrillator paddles on someone whose heart is failing ...totally unjust.
Brandon, come on, you got this!! You're too good of a guy to let fentanyl, or any substance, win. Go get help, get on suboxone, and get the hell out of LA. I'm sure Mark will give you a ticket home. Suboxone works!!! It will clear your mind and you won't have any withdrawal. I know you can do it and make something of yourself. You're too good for that bullshit.
All the best and hugs from Canada. 🇨🇦 🤗 ❤
Brandon is a beautiful soul. I feel very sad when I hear him talk about his addiction. 😢 I pray that he gets some help. Mark please do a follow up.
I was using pills then H for about 12 years. The Methadone treatment absolutely saved my life. It gave me the opportunity to get my life put back together and on track. I tapered off and have stayed clean. My son and I deserved me being present and clean.
Sometimes I fall a little in love with your subjects. He captivated me from the first minute.
It’s always the purest souls with the most damaged heart 🖤 I hope everything works out man 🙏🏽 bless you
Sensitive souls.. To sensitive for this world.. Sad. x
Rehab is never enough … he needs a safe place to live , emotional support , therapy etc etc etc
You should come interview some native Americans on the standing rock reservation
Very humble young Man. I can relate to the opiate cycle.
What a great man stuck in a bad situation. Full of profound wisdom
😅
Very much!! Hus dad and siblings struggled to accept how God made them, put him in a i wanna faucking escape mode. No kid needs to see or hear gay shit period, do u even realize how that faucks with ones mind. Seriously.... look at social media today it's sick asf... keep that shit to yrself.
I hope ur being sarcastic because if not and you believe this is the epitome of wisdom… society is truly the most ignorant it’s ever been.
I can't even wrap my head around how a body can survive with habitual meth and fentanyl use. You would think the heart would give out from going in two different directions so often, or the mind go mad from such deep addictions that play on an hourly time scale.
Crack or cocaine mixed with alcohol is the worst drug for the heart, in fact not only does it raise blood pressure and heart rate like meth does, it is also actually toxic to the heart itself, the local anaesthetic action of cocaine causes the heart to beat in an irregular fashion and cause changes in the heart shape known as cardiac remodelling, increasing the risk of valve disorders and heart failure in later life.
That's probably the reason he "can't overdose". I think the meth has actually saved his life from overdosing. All an OD is is just your brain stops receiving oxygen because your body is asleep. You can't really overdose if you're stuck awake on meth. I bet he'd be dead by now if he wasn't doing both.
Rest in peace PoPTart❤
I think this guy's calling is in Healthcare, possibly an EMT or fireman. He has what it takes, but needs to get a handle on the drug addictions first
Most of these comments are people wanting other people to pat them on the back but in reality most of y'all walk right past your local homeless person without giving them jack shit
Homeless people should just get homes.
RIP Brandon.
Good Morning Yall👋😎or whatever time of day it is where you are. Peace and Love from 6:00am Brooklyn NY 🇺🇸 to wherever in the world 🌍 you are, my SWU fam.
4:20am in the mile high city, have a great Hump day my brother!!!
Good morning, Eyes! Hope you're doing well,my friend! 💜🙌
@@Gram72534
I hope everything's been going your way,Gram#7! Hope you have a great day,bro!🤟✌️🤞
@@wesleyalan9179 what's up brother, all is good here brother. I hope the same for you!!! Have a great day!!!
3:50am at work here in BC 🇨🇦
I wish I could give this dude a hug. He’s got a lot of potential.
Totally. I imagine him as a CEO or top brain surgeon. Just needs a chance
Sounds a bit lofty, but I like your optimism.
Brandon, you can make a better life for yourself. I can see the glow and the light in you.
I REALLY hope THIS kid gets off the street. He really seems like a product of his environment and needed someone to love him unconditionally. I really hope he gets help and becomes a happy human being with all the love and support from his family he finds in his future. Thanks for showing his story.....
Theirs no such thing as unconditional love
@@noecazares7549
well that's sad for you that you don't know it. Doesn't mean it doesn't exist. I know many who have to give it because it's all they can do to keep their loved one alive.
28 year old kid? I don't think that's how age works my guy.
@pricklycats one thing that I've learned about addiction, it's that addicts very often stop maturing and stay almost "stunted" at the age they are when the drug addiction takes over their lives
Something to keep in mind.
Man Brandon having to save people lives is the most selfless thing I’ve ever done to I saved my ex gf last year because I knew what to do glad there’s people like us well
All be better it’s more than hope
Its not "selfless". Thats garbage. He had to "save" these people, because he was helping them destroy themselves. Same with you.
To be "selfless" he would have gotten himself clean, and stopped helping them destroy themselves. What he did, nor you, was "selfless".
@@carllennen3520 It was some random guy on the street. He said he didn't know him. How was that his fault? Get a grip and chill.
@@pricklycats Get a grip, and stop talking on subjects you know nothing about, genius.
It wasnt a "random guy on the street" he just walked up on. It was a random guy he was doing dope with.
Heres a life hint. When you want to run your mouth at someone, make sure you actually know wtf youre talking about. If you dont, then just keep your mouth shut, and move on with your day.
Facts and I didn’t have any idea she was using it was behind my back I have a clear understanding thanks for your reply tho.
his voice cracking throughout this so heart breaking
Damn, I use to skate with Brandon back when we both lived in Texas. Dude always had a smile on his face always had a good time. Hope he finds what he needs to help get clean. Keep on fighting brother man
Brandon is just so likable, there's just something about him that makes me feel so sorry for all he has endured. I hope 🤞 he lives long enough to do all the things to better his life. I believe there's a reason everything. Prayers and blessings go out to u bro. Aloha from Hawaii...
Beautiful Boy. My sons age actually, prayers of peace and healing.
Bro.......
You are only 28 man......
I know you are strung out and the kick is extremely uncomfortable......
That kick though.....it’s temporary ......
There are resources down there to assist you getting clean of you just put 10% of the energy you put in hustling ......
Get a medical detox rather than a jailhouse kick or worse....
I’ve had many friends in my life in LA get clean and go to 12. Step
They have successful lives in every facet.....
Seem like it works from my observation....
They were just like you bro....
Sending good vibes
Wishing you well ...
Mark........
You a fantastic human being.....
One good dude.....
Respect
One x
This guy is so capable. Sometimes we just need to be saved first and get a taste of the good life to start the process. That’s how I got sober. Praying for him
i just lost my best friend who was like a littler sister to me. i found her body and i wouldn't wish this on anyone.. i have never done any drugs or drank ever and i had to learn about the effects of fentynal and meth from the internet, i put her in 4 rehabs in different states and she escaped every one of them after a week or so..please please anyone who needs help, get into a rehab and get help.. her family was well off and disowned her but she was 6 months sober last week and they agreed to let her come visit but i guess the stress got to her and she shot up heroin with fentynal the nite before she was supposed to go visit them..there were texts in her phone i saw after the cops gave it to me and she had ordered it with fentynal just like u would order a mcdonalds burger. i am beyond crushed
My condolences.
Just know you did everything you could. ❤
Very sorry for your loss. You did everything you could for her.
Oh no. I’m so sorry. Unfortunately it’s what we hear so much of.. once they detox, their body can’t handle the same amount they were used to before. You really tried everything you could. I don’t understand how families can give up on their loved ones. Drug addiction is a disease, it requires love, care, and patience not abandonment. Once they take a hold of your body, they literally change it. It’s not their fault and it’s one of the toughest things to overcome. May she soar with the angels, free from pain and addiction. 🤍🕊🤍🕊
@@Oceans11.11 you hit nail on head exactly
I’ve lost more friends from drugs than my elder parents have and I’m only 35. I’m so glad I was able to stop and get/stay clean before the Fentanyl epidemic hit. God bless Brandon. I hope he can see a glimmer of hope and get help
We're all trapped in circumstances beyond our control. Least it can sure seem that way.
I'm from Beaumont right near Sour lake too. It's crazy how many people I've recognized on here lately.
Go Home. Get on Methadone. Do long term rehab near your family. Don't wait. Wishing you God's speed
I had the pleasure of skating and being friends with pop tart before he left beaumont, he was such a kind man. This really hits home, RIP pop tart😞
I appreciate his openly outward self reflection. The thought given before and during his answers. I really hope the best for him.
This man saved 53 lives………. Lives no one else cared about but he did…. I can barely type because of the tears in my eyes… I hope all the best and all the wonderful things and love you deserve
You were born to help people Brandon. I can see it in you. You can help so many people with your wisdom. You are hurt, but you can rise above it.
Yes!! Brandon we are rooting for you ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
For sure was always a sweet kid though. For sure, and his twin recently got hit by a car but he’s healing. ❤ I pray Brandon comes home and involves himself in the people that love him so much around here
That's 5k a month. Where I'm from that's considered a relatively high salary.
Disability is $850 a month.
Brandon passed a few weeks ago.... R.I.P brandon :,( 🖤😢🤕😭🥺
Similar story
Drugs killed everybody around me, even me. Somehow I didn’t stay dead though. Probably because it’s not my time yet. Been clean from fentanyl, meth, and all the others since sometime at the beginning of 2022. Don’t even focus on the amount of clean time I have, just focus on trying to live my life in a healthy way since I never learned how.. this life is one hell of a trip..
It’s so sad to hear that Sumone is on the street that OD’d and is dying and abunch of people that are standing near him are just watching him die and ignore him instead of trying to help him or even call an ambulance and if it wasn’t for this guy he would of died so I commend this man for being a decent and caring person and saving his life and he’s a homeless drug addict that would be judged the most and labeled worthless out of a group of people on the street when he’s the most decent one
Why did he get circumcised at 13?
I hope you go home and reconnect. Wishing you a sober and bright future.
I know pop tart man. He was homeless in Beaumont for a while. I love him he has such a good soul. Rest in peace man I miss him so much.
Bright and early good morning to everyone ❤ I just posted a video here on my channel a few days ago talking about what it feels like to OD on fentanyl. Will be coming back for a follow up interview soon so keep an eye out for that 😘
The interviews are great, but the comments are insufferable
Street EMT. This channel has showed me to have more humanity with those less fortunate than myself. Now when I see a struggling person, I wonder what happened to them to put them there versus when I was a younger and more ignorant and would wonder “why don’t they just get a job like the rest of us”.
Ur right..havin a job ain't gonna fix ur problems...just like goin to school asa kid won't change ur home life...is just a thing we're supposed to do...bless upppp street EMT
Spread the perspective motha fucka.
His skin and his arms look pretty healthy for a habit since 12. I don’t see 1 track (which is a good thing)
I noticed that too.
Dosnt look like a crack addict to me.
injects into bigger veins. e.g. penis, ass
Not his eyes
@@sardeeni 4:40.....”I have been “shooting up” meth and Fentanyl together , every day since 24 , over 3 years now”. He clearly injects
Dude has some fabio-like hair going on.
most of these junkies give me BAD vibes of deceit and addiction fueled ego. this dude seems chill As fuck, he clearly has a lot of honesty about himself and his faults, can communicate in a great way and seems like a general good human, probably just pulled to do evil things for drugs.
What a wise man. I learnt a lot from you, Brandon; and if you ever come across this comment, thank you for sharing your story. I’m rooting for you!
If it wasn't for kratom, I could easily be in his shoes. I wish him the best.
I hope he can get clean. Seems like an intelligent and kind person. He doesn't deserve this life of misery and sadness.
❤️ Brandon I pray you can get into rehab and get a home. You deserve to be happy.
Brandon seems like a genuinely good person. I hope he makes the trip to see his family, he needs support from loved ones and to remove himself from his current surroundings.
man, whenever i complain about how bad my life is, i just watch one of these videos and i'm humbled. my god these videos are heavy. poor souls. :(
I can feel his pain. So badly doesn’t want to live this way, but in order to get up and not be sick, he must use again. Vicious cycle. Brandon is a good person with a kind heart and soul and a handsome guy. I’ll pray for him. Aside from needing to get clean, he needs a support system. It’s okay to ask for help. Get serious about detoxing, maybe your brother would be willing to help be that support system. 🙏🏻 Everybody needs help at some point or another.
I've been waiting on him for a long time now
Yeah Troy, so rare to hear of a good stepdad.
Brandon seems like a good guy, people from Beaumont are good people. You're still young, you can have a great life, or alternatively probably end up ODing and dying in the street and break your momma's and siblings' hearts. Which path will you choose?
I’m rooting for you Brandon. He seems like a good person, we’ll spoken and intelligent. I think he has a lot to offer the world.
What a gentle soul. This good hearted, handsome young man deserves so much more of a life. I hope the right people will come into his life to help him help himself out of the life he is living into a much better one.
This man has such a good heart wow so much empathy and compassion. God bless you sweetheart
@@mihe6212 it's so hard. We see him on here and people like him and want to assume this or that but like you said, bring someone like this, who is seemingly nice , and bc of the drugs , things will be missing or worse , you could be hurt. It sucks but it is the cold hard truth.
I hope this kid gets clean. I was 21 when I got addicted to heroin , I'm 38 now. the struggle is real. I've had many small stints of clean time. somehow I always went back. I always told people, it's easy getting clean. you lock yourself in a room and sweat that shit out. I've done it more times than I can imagine. the hard part isn't getting clean, it's staying clean. heroin or any opiate addiction is more of a mental addiction than a physical one. you crave that warm blanket even when you know it's killing you. I've been good since Christmas day. kratom works well.
I work in Beaumont, Tx. God bless you. You deserve all the happiness.
Now you need someone to help you walk. Take the walker away, and give you the strength. "Walk!" . " You're going to walk!"
As a mom of 2 girls the same age as this young man, the mom in me just wants to take him in my arms and tell him he is loved and cared for. ❤️ His pain hurts my heart.
April 4th 2015; I said No
And I Have Been Clean Since,,,,
You Can Too
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 You Are Worthy, Brother 💙
I believe everything he said. He really shines a light on relatively intelligent, good natured people and how they are ravaged by opiate addiction. I’m hoping that he finds treatment that can handle the depths of his addiction and tolerance to drugs.
The solution to the human problem is NOT within yourself.
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)
Man is a sinner, and sinners need the redeeming grace of God. ALL the problems with yourself and with others are caused by SIN. Sin is what sinners do. In order to not sin, you MUST be changed from a sinner to a saint.
This happens through Jesus Christ, who died on the cross and resurrected three days later, and promises that "Whoever believes in me and Him who sent me HAS eternal life. He does NOT come into judgement, but has passed from death to life." (John 5:24) Then, once you are born again into the family of God and are a child of the Most High, you will receive the Holy Spirit. HE will produce in you "love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self control." (Galatians 5:22-23)
Pursue the Lord, your Maker, and HIS Kingdom and righteousness. Jesus promises that everything else WILL be given to you from the Father (Matthew 6:33).
If you will not repent and follow Jesus in all He says, the Bible says there is NO peace for the wicked, and ONLY the judgement of Hell remains.
Dear Brandon, you are an insightful and compassionate soul. After watching your interview i am inclined to believe that you have some good things ahead for you when your time come to kick. To make your withdrawal less awful consider high oral doses of cannabis concentrates. Someone I know has a theory about getting off drugs he calls the Open Window.
He believes that in our life cycles, we can periodically take advantage of "windows", periods of time wherein basic needs are filled and we are able to create some distance from the chaos of the daily grind and toxic people. Minimally a window of 10-30 days can get you started but you already know that may not be enough time to stabilize stay clean long term.
When the time comes and the confluence of factors makes the open window available, jump out and don't look back. While you are waiting, give some thought to what you really love in life. I get the impression that you have a profound love of life itself and it seems that saving lives is important to you. Street outreach and harm reduction work might be right for you if it is not too triggering. I've never been an opiate guy so I can't honestly say I know how hard it really is. What I can tell is that you are a moral and conscientious man, if you can process your shame via radical acceptance and engage your passions, a good life is on the other side.
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Nicotine and Weed Addict- Brandon
Certainly doesn't sound as bad, but I'm still an addict. Sigh
Seems so genuine and kind. I pray he gets the help he needs 🥺🙏🏼
He is an addict...yet finds the time to rescue others. There is a gentle soul.
Who needs a better day...praying for him.