Heroin Addict interview-Sean

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Sean, a heroin addict in recovery in Los Angeles.

[dnizzle]

I’m a father, husband, homeowner of a modest house and have a stable job. Never knew my dad, mom was on drugs and was in foster care until emancipated at 17. Sean’s story resonated with me big time. Even though I am making it on the outside I struggle to pull it all together. It’s like my comfort zone is the struggle. I dabble here and there and need to get it right to turn the corner and give myself 100% instead of 50. I see wisdom in this dude and really has me in my feelings. Hoping to get it right. Much love to Sean and all my people in the struggle 💪

[pamwilkerson]

This Man should be a Public Speaker for recovering addicts all over, not just in one town. His story could help so many. He will be in my daily prayers for a complete healing for the rest of his life. 🙏❤️

[seanDiamond]

Tho is Sean- and I will read all the comments & thanks everyone I really wanted to answer everyone but over 500 comments in 2 days I’ll never make it! So this is one big THANKS to all the kind comments. A lot of you said I should speak in schools or something and I did kind of- for a while my AA friend took people into a youth prison to talk. Now you do those things at your own expense- there’s no compensation! But it was rewarding. These were 12 & 14 year old inner city youths who had done bad enough stuff to already be in prison- And it was crazy… every time they were all like You mean you DONT DRINK & smoke weed?? Like they had no idea that was even possible!! So I would love to do more of that. For those of you who thought it sounded canned or whatever… try talking about your life. The story doesn’t change. I consider myself a complete F up still and always will. My choices hurt a lot of people & im not proud of them. But it all happened and it’s what I went through & what I put people through & if you’re trying to stay well & stay alive you can not go through life crying, I’ll get high. So I own my shit but I don’t walk around talking about it with any pride- I am completely ashamed of how I acted. I wish I made better choices but all of that is history. I can say this if I’m not using today I can have a decent life. Life without shame of I’m doing today. That’s the best I can offer. But thank you all anyway. So long as you’re not being mean to be mean it has some truth. But hey- I’m ok today. 👌🏿🤷🏿‍♀️

[Blackcatt]

Man! He owned his truth! Best wishes and prayers to him!

[crysclassy]

One of the most honest and so open person that’s been on this channel recently I like him

[Catalinaobregon]

I have learned through your videos that it is exhausting to be an addict. Thank you, Mark.

[kellycallen]

Thank you for sharing Sean. Our secrets keep us sick. Keep telling your story. Service is the key to our sobriety!!!

[inkystarz]

Give this man a job helping people in recovery. Sean, you’re humility and gratitude are so damn beautiful, its so nice to see a success story like yours.
Mark, can we get a follow up?

[fraticaremus]

I learned so much about myself and people in general through this youtube channel, its amazing, life changing, I think this is my second comment ever on YouTube, Thank you Mark, your making a big impact on society

[kathleenvuong]

Love this guy. Everything he spoke of made absolute sense. Wishing you the very best Sean!!

[karenk]

"That's my teeth, not pills." He's got a good sense of humor despite his struggles. He's also very insightful. Wise. Powerful story. Should share his story in public forums.

[AnneLien]

I like him. He's just a very likable dude. So sad he had that childhood trauma, it really destroyed his life. I am sick of these stories 😪

[anababyy]

I love his awareness & honesty “I had every opportunity given to me & I messed them all up” Hope he stays clean and does better for himself ❤️

[edcgearpocketknife]

Good for him hopefully he stays clean. He is very smart and can do good for himself. He sounds like the guy who can help other people come clean and save lives. Keep your head up stay clean man.

[kat]

I feel so much love, empathy and compassion For the underdog, the underbelly. These videos fill me with so much love and a deeper awareness.. all I want is to give it away to the people who need it. Thank you mark and interviewees.

[chrisr]

*The way this man takes ownership of his choices and the sincerity in his voice is incredibly moving and inspiring!! I agree with another comment–this man should be a motivational speaker!*

[mr.sprumford]

I've been to many rehabs....overcame a 12 year opioid addiction....went to meetings for years....met/talked to hundreds of addicts. One thing I've learned is almost every addict has trauma....myself included. We have a spiritual/mental pain inside that is so great and unbearable, that we need to get high to escape the way we feel. Childhood trauma is the root of most (not all) of these addiction problems. Another thing I learned is most addicts are brilliant people.

[helenaneumann]

Another example of how drugs destroy bodies, social skills and human relationships. Sean doesn't go into detail when he talks about the concepts of rehabilitation, but one thing is for sure, drug addicts should be prepared in clinics and aftercare for relapse and how to deal with it. I wish Sean a healthy future...

[GoGirl]

He so aware. Very smart man. He takes 100% ownership of his situation. Its heartbreaking that he was hurt so badly

[DazeGutterSlabawitz]

I respect this man for time and words. Thank you