A Life On Drugs-Mark (Part 1)

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[nurseanastasialiberty]

Someone posted a comment stating that these videos should be played in schools. I introduced my DNP class to these videos during our mental health rotation a year ago. These videos have helped me and others have a better understanding of human behavior. A few people in my class were recovering addicts and they had powerful testimonies. Anything is possible.

[askedofgod]

Whenever I feel as if I’ve had a “hard” life, I watch an episode of Soft White Underbelly, and quickly realize how blessed I am. It’s kinda like having someone slap you on the back of your head.

[adub]

Almost 30 years of addiction and alcohol abuse and now four years sober, these stories make me feel good about the path I'm on-peace brother.

[VesicaPiscis]

This man reminds me of my father…
He seemed to always be grasping at a chance for redemption. All while succumbing to his addiction. I took care of him and my little brother for years before re his arrest. He almost lost an arm to the needle. He would’ve lost his life. 14 years of prison saved him. He is still healing from all his experiences but I love him so much and he’s finally clean. He tells me he loves me all the time and for the first time, im seeing him love himself. It’s never too late to begin again. Im so grateful.

[erenthetitankiller]

Can we just take a second to thank this dude for interviewing so many different people for our entertainment/education? Good job my dude I appreciate your efforts, hope your channel will grow huge <3

[willowtreecenter]

Every person struggling with addiction needs to hear this brave man's story. Love.

[specialk]

The deep rooted pain of his childhood is still apparent and led him down a road of self destruction, Mark much prosperity to you

[bankroll]

Iv been on opiates since I was 15 years old after I got shot and had surgery now I’m risking my life with using fentanyl I have a long story like this man and he just gave me hope I’m going to get help and finally surrender I can’t live like this anymore I’m tired of waking up in the hospital from suicide attempt and overdoses thank you for your work mark and this man’s story thank you

[AnneLien]

I am baffled. Mark, you keep on giving us the best content. These people are storytellers beyond belief. I’ve been subscribed for 2, 5years almost and have changed so much as a human because of mark’s channel. Keep up the amazing work 👏👏👏👏

[whososha]

Ive gone from a young herione addict to prison to sobriety to meth addiction and somehow i made it through and im a family man now crazy how life works. These videos all touch my heart. I tell my story frequently and peoples reactions sometimes are unreal but i hope it helps someone somewhere

[khalilahd.]

This is why you should never judge a book by its cover. You never know what people have gone through. Truly an incredible story 🙏🏽💜

[Salvievelynn]

My gosh! Because of this I’m going back into recovery. It’s the same story for addicts. It never gets better, only worse. I relate to every single thing Mark shared. Thank you for this. Im so 😪 tired. So so tired.

[daniellemoore]

Wow you really didn't see all that coming when this interview started. I really felt his pain and lived it and his happiness too, he seems like a really good person. It's nice to see it all worked out again for him.

[krissykriss]

There is a huge contrast between the people Mark interviews that are on drugs, and this guy, who is a recovering addict. It seems to me that this man could help alot of people. He takes accountability for his actions, which is key to beating addiction. His story is fascinating, and I wish him the very best in life ....💗

[ADevilsHollywood]

I love this guy's self awareness. He is so well spoken and tells the story with so much introspection and accountability. I love that he sees where everything went wrong and what he needed to be better. Its never too late.

[katrinascheuermann]

Mark, your story has taken me on an emotional rollercoaster today. I’ve listen to it 3 times. We NEED a “Troy” in our lives. I want to BE a “Troy” in another person’s life. Very, very powerful

[thornmatthew]

This man’s story is so heartfelt and genuine, beautiful speaker also.

[katherinej]

Good Lord, you told this story well. My husband and I met in rehab 20 + years ago. We lived in recovery for 11-12 years and then decided we could safely have a drink. 9 years later we are still battling that monster. Hearing your story makes me think of my 3rd son and gives me motivation to not let this be his story. Thank you so so so much for what you went thru, and for the way you’ve shared it with us. Your story is incredible and power and I pray you have peace❤️❤️❤️

[brucegwynn]

This guy is open and honest with such tragedy that his story can't be made up, what a sad sad life, He's done the best he could

[manos.]

WOW!!! Tomorrow morning for the 6th time. I am checking myself into rehab. With the Grace Of God this will be my last and finally time. Praise The Lord! Never give up because God hasn't given up on me, I just been denying his present his help.