RFK Jr on his drug addiction | Robert F Kennedy Jr and Lex Fridman

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an activist, lawyer, author, and candidate for the President of the Unites States.

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[LexClips]

Guest bio: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an activist, lawyer, author, and candidate for the President of the Unites States.

[myce-liam]

according to google, he was addicted to crack and heroin. What a fucking legend to make it through all of that. Anyone whose been through addiction knows how difficult it is and can be a life long battle. 100% respect for RFK Jr.

[dwanedavidson]

This section of the podcast brought me to tears...I am a recovering addict myself 8yrs clean and his description of his faith and God are exactly my story, I had never heard anyone articulate it in the way he does. This man has my vote 1000 percent. We need to come together and forget all this left right garbage that's designed to make us hate each other.

[KendrasEdge]

Been there, done that, from prescribed opiates while enlisted to heroin later on, now I’ve finally been clean for almost 14 years now, only with the help of the Lord!! God willing, I’ll remain clean until he calls me home. I pray for Kennedy to stay clean himself as well. God bless him for being able to speak about this. So many addicts in recovery aren’t able or willing to speak about their struggles which could help countless other addicts. Stay strong brother!
God bless~

[seangould]

Fascinating. I love how Lex barely said anything; he just listened.

[skerse]

This man constantly surprises me. He is forthcoming with his faults and his experience with addiction provides hope to those who struggle with the same issues. Unlike other politicians, who downgrade or minimize their use, he comes right out. Addiction is an understandable reaction to deeply sinister social structure and I think RFK is out to facilitate transcendence from both. Much respect RFK Jr!

[sefora]

This is so deep & profound. He has so much integrity.

[stacksondeck]

Phew…..as a former addict I 100% agree with that he says. The whole having to do everything righteously in order to quit an addiction was spot on. Never heard some articulate having to overcome addiction like this. Man Robert is blowing all these other candidates out of the water.

[soleknight]

Incredible take on addiction. He is so right. What a man!

It's not just the 'addiction' - but all the thoughts around it, the urges, the obsessing over whether to do stuff or not (whatever it is). True healing comes from observing those THOUGHTS, and the attachment to addiction, and letting them go where you see they no longer have power over you. The biggest addiction is, in fact, over-thinking. God bless

[scotoftheanarchic.]

The way he's squirming in his chair as he reflects back at the pain of his addiction say's it all.

[farmershane]

I think the reason why every normal American loves this guy is because he is honest, open and curious. He feels like a friend.

[deb]

I love his sharing of finding god to lift his addiction. He really touched my heart.

[tysondegenhart]

as a recovering alcoholic, i am fully impressed by this man and his full honesty of what he’s been through, and how he found a way to believe in a power greater than himself! much respect RFK.

[densaakaldte]

Wait, what…!? A intelligent and honest politician!? I thought they were extinct! This is sensational!

[DailyPragmatism]

This man is the most impressive individual I’ve seen run for office in my life, and it’s not even close.

[glass]

Once u get past the voice this guy says so many important meaningful things it’s amazing.

[jeanypowers]

I love both Lex and RFK! Great interview… I always cry when I listen to Bobby’s stories and that’s how I know he’s genuine.. He could absolutely change the world if our country gave him half a chance❤️🤞🙏

[observingsystem]

Really inspiring. Every time I listen to him speak I hear more good things. Amazing. Powerful words. Much respect.

[CaliDraco]

The most surprising thing about RFK jr is how quickly i’ve gotten over his voice condition. I remember cringing when I first heard him. Now I can listen to him for hours.

[_Swink]

The way he talked about connecting to higher power through repeatedly making the right decision, and keeping a mindset of surrender to the needs of the moment really connected with me. I feel the same sensation and connection. It freed me from addiction, allows me to be free, love more and be the best version of myself.
I love this.