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"Alcohol was my Gateway to Illegal Drugs" True Stories of Addiction

Brady grew up in a family that was very disconnected. Everyone seemed to do their own thing every day. Both of his parents had an addiction to drugs, but his parents tried to hide it from him. After getting his girlfriend pregnant, he decided to get married to try to do the honorable thing. At 25, he started working at a liquor store and began drinking very heavily.
While drinking at work one day, a man came through the drive-thru and had cocaine. Brady decided to try it and at 26 he developed a cocaine addiction within a very short period of time. He started using cocaine to wake him up and alcohol to help him when he needed to sleep.
Eventually, he got a job working for a phone bank where he maintained a job for two years. During those two years, he was not only drinking and doing cocaine but also started using pain pills. After injuring his back, Brady’s mother gave him a pain pill to try to ease the pain. He liked the way that it made him feel and began using them frequently. Within a year of working at the bank, he realized that he needed the drugs and alcohol to feel the way that he wanted to feel. He tried to stop using at one point because he was spending so much money so quickly. He wasn’t worried about health risks or legal risks. He just cared about decreasing the amount of money he was spending on drugs and alcohol.
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  • @emeryjones8099
    @emeryjones80993 жыл бұрын

    “ take care of yourself Brady “ that part tripped me out

  • @Ryanhelpmeunderstand
    @Ryanhelpmeunderstand4 жыл бұрын

    It’s just so mind boggling what some of us humans go through in this life... and somehow we are still alive. I love you Brady. I hope you continue with all the good things you’re doing! Thank you for posting/making these videos @Detox to Rehab !!!

  • @valkyrie273
    @valkyrie2734 жыл бұрын

    i related quite a bit to this gentlemen....it sucks when your family can be the one enabling or also providing for you. More then 3 months sober from meth/addirol....day by day man....day by day.

  • @stroopwafelbroer945

    @stroopwafelbroer945

    4 жыл бұрын

    Valkyrie27 stay sober man is still dont know what to do im 15 and already used coke and use mdma alchohol and whatevers on the table

  • @dannybirchall9629

    @dannybirchall9629

    4 жыл бұрын

    Rick waller.. u need stop this shit now.. stick to education Even stay away from alcohol! Ive done it all. But to start so young. You will get addicted so quik.u have your life a head of u. Ditch your drug using mates. And get your head in the books! You still can change your life around

  • @michaellutzo2215

    @michaellutzo2215

    3 жыл бұрын

    U were addicted to something u can’t even spell?

  • @valkyrie273

    @valkyrie273

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@michaellutzo2215 and you are an asshole.

  • @katiej5551
    @katiej55513 жыл бұрын

    Amazing story. I hope you’re still sober! I also have had relapses, but I’m now 136 days sober.

  • @louiedangelo3843

    @louiedangelo3843

    Жыл бұрын

    🙏❤

  • @Lukefromdaridge
    @Lukefromdaridge4 жыл бұрын

    He started at 13 but his drinking became a problem at 26? I think alcohol can be like a slow long term addiction that takes years sometimes but really does sneak up on you

  • @hellbentholland1008

    @hellbentholland1008

    2 жыл бұрын

    Same thing happened to me. Never got me til 27 til I got my first dui and blew a .27 and was driving fine. Only got pulled over for a bad trailer light on a dark highway at after midnight. Not many could drive a 6 speed manual one ton diesel pickup with a trailer but it was a wake up call for me and the police. Because I passed their test and agreed to breathe into the tube. I really thought I would pass. They probably knew they may get me because .08 isnt hard to hit but they thought their stuff was broken. Took it two more times and then it was off to jail I went. Wish I could say that I quit after I got out of jail next day but definitely didn't. Said it was a fluke and my lawyer would handle it and missed the point of the wake up call. Continued to drink and still do and that was over ten years ago but I am at the point now where I know I've got to make a plan. I function but a body can only live so long with the amounts daily poured on for so many years and I know that is true.

  • @everythingisalright2549
    @everythingisalright25493 жыл бұрын

    Anyone else just want to give him or rather receive a giant bear hug to/from this guy.

  • @CMoore8539
    @CMoore85394 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Brady, for sharing your story with us!!!♥️

  • @ThenewMattClark.Canadaprison
    @ThenewMattClark.Canadaprison4 жыл бұрын

    Congrats on your sobriety. Great video. I don't personally have an alcohol problem but I am in recovery and also have a channel. Maybe we could colab sometime. 20 years addiction and prison.

  • @flamemojis

    @flamemojis

    4 жыл бұрын

    Bump

  • @allansmasterspowerlifting.390
    @allansmasterspowerlifting.3904 жыл бұрын

    Amazing story I’m coming up on 5 years myself. Life is good today sure beats my old life of being homeless and in and out of jails for over a decade

  • @tornminds66
    @tornminds664 жыл бұрын

    i clicked on your sotry becuz it gets close to my heart. my ex whom i left in 2016 we share a 7yr drank at leasr a pt of vodka everyday ontop of whatever else he did. his mom a retired nurse and his sister and doc says he has wet brain, he just turned 40 this yr and he at this pt can not medicaly detox. i feel bad for him. i feel bad on anyone who gets to the pt where alcohol alone is actually keeping them alive. so thank you soo much for this video! and thank you for sharing your story

  • @donavonjohnson10
    @donavonjohnson104 жыл бұрын

    Thank you guys for these videos... "Detox to Rehab" and Brady.... Thank you

  • @ayobamiadeola8857
    @ayobamiadeola88572 жыл бұрын

    Brady's story is an emotional one that taught us that life is full of difficulties and challenges. But, ability to sail through is what one needs.

  • @jondiaz706
    @jondiaz7064 жыл бұрын

    Moving story. Very appreciated

  • @theodorhonkanen1048
    @theodorhonkanen10484 жыл бұрын

    He told his story in an interesting way, Inspirational if you ask me!! Keep nourishing the garden of Eden brother!

  • @Kicklighter.A
    @Kicklighter.A7 ай бұрын

    I’m amazed at how you guys manage to function so well, keep working etc, whilst using so heavily. I pretty much bombed out my life immediately.

  • @Adejokeokelola
    @Adejokeokelola2 жыл бұрын

    One thing will always lead to another. The best thing is to desist from any form of abuse. Thanks for sharing your stories.

  • @showunmibolanle1408
    @showunmibolanle14082 жыл бұрын

    Of course this has been the starting point of every addict. Thank God for his mercy that found you. Congratulations bro.

  • @sudhanshukumar9041
    @sudhanshukumar90412 жыл бұрын

    I hope you are all calm. Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @maslac58
    @maslac583 жыл бұрын

    My story. Thank you and God bless you

  • @MiracleBaby1987
    @MiracleBaby1987Ай бұрын

    So so sorry about your Mama passing away, Brady!!

  • @adedosuliamon151
    @adedosuliamon1512 жыл бұрын

    This is Mind-blowing. He was strong and The Help he got Made him recover from Addiction.

  • @Maurice-jf2me
    @Maurice-jf2me2 жыл бұрын

    This is an encouraging one for us that needs to quit our addictions. It is never easy but the good thing is that it is doable.

  • @babalolahannah1245
    @babalolahannah12453 жыл бұрын

    Addiction! HM, it takes God's intervention and determination to get out of it. It is well with you in Jesus name.

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @MiracleBaby1987
    @MiracleBaby1987Ай бұрын

    Congrats on your sobriety, Brady! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @sobiyeolufemi1230
    @sobiyeolufemi12302 жыл бұрын

    Whew! This is a very relatable story. Alcohol is a very complementing stuff. It either opens the door for other addictive habits or simply goes along and increased dependence on them. It's amazing he's now a better person. Thanks Detox to Rehab for sharing.

  • @samueladetunji4284
    @samueladetunji42842 жыл бұрын

    Really Motivating and It's Great to see him Get the Better Life he deserves. Addiction Kills.

  • @anishkumar_it_3rd_b_634
    @anishkumar_it_3rd_b_6342 жыл бұрын

    Life is good today sure beats my old life of being homeless and in and out of jails for over a decade. The way he moved from Alcohol to trying cocaine and getting addicted was just a bad choice after another and am greatly encouraged he is now clean and getting clean everyday.

  • @aremugoke7679
    @aremugoke76793 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your story with us mate.

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure

  • @Jamespolanc
    @Jamespolanc2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Brady! You are giving back hope indeed

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    He is, and he is very brave, we are so proud of him!

  • @azuarachel2491
    @azuarachel24913 жыл бұрын

    Hearing your story shakes me. I wish more people can see this so they understand how dangerous addictions can be.

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    We hope more people get inspire to his story!

  • @carolpatrick4134
    @carolpatrick41342 жыл бұрын

    Brady you are doing great already. You just need to keep up with the good works. You can and you are doing well.

  • @lafamilia2310
    @lafamilia23103 жыл бұрын

    Yes I totally agree. Whenever a group of people are drinking, they are much vulnerable to drugs. Most drugs are even given to people who are intoxicated and no longer have a better grip of the reality.

  • @rohit_raj-it-2nd_yr-a-287
    @rohit_raj-it-2nd_yr-a-2873 жыл бұрын

    I have gone through many stories of this channel. I found many familes are so much irresponsible but should not be happen . More power to you man.

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank for watching us! We are so glad you like our channel!

  • @alexeykulikov2739
    @alexeykulikov27394 жыл бұрын

    True hero.

  • @okesamueladebare4573
    @okesamueladebare45733 жыл бұрын

    This is a life story and so sad but want of learning. Thanks for sharing we learnt from it for future purposes

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching

  • @fishxutopia_
    @fishxutopia_2 жыл бұрын

    it makes my heart cry hearing this story as im diagnosed with substance dependence for nicotine and benzos myself, drank alcohol myself, i wanted to watch this as a reality check since im planning to quiz benzos, struggling with ocd, gad and undiagnosed depression makes it hurts even more since i struggle with suicidal thoughts myself. Hopefully i dont start drinking too regularly to replace benzos

  • @gladysa5700
    @gladysa57002 жыл бұрын

    Alcohol can be a gateway to so many other things aside drugs. But it is great to see you have recovered from substance abuse and now on the right path.

  • @benfemi9691
    @benfemi96913 жыл бұрын

    Really touching story. You try one, you’d wanna try more or all. I’m glad you’re better.

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    it really is, we are so proud of him!

  • @knowtechwithaman7254
    @knowtechwithaman72543 жыл бұрын

    The title just says the right scenario of addictive people starting from alcohol and then drugs. It is a very severe modification in terms of addiction which ruins the life more than before.

  • @obaladedamilola2432
    @obaladedamilola24323 жыл бұрын

    Stories like these resonate with a lot of people. The only thing a good about his story is that he stopped taking drugs. Going sober isn't a piece of cake . it takes a lot of effort and determination

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is a difficult task but it worth it!!

  • @robertmucheru-R2
    @robertmucheru-R22 жыл бұрын

    It sad to listen to Brady's story of how his life spiraled from healthy living to addiction driven. The way he moved from Alcohol to trying cocaine and getting addicted was just a bad choice after another and am greatly encouraged he is now clean and getting clean everyday.

  • @siy8230
    @siy8230 Жыл бұрын

    Yep alcohol is always the first gateway drug imo

  • @GavinMiller6071
    @GavinMiller60713 жыл бұрын

    Most drug addiction cases seem to have a root in a dysfunctional family and upbringing. Parents the world over need to step up and take care of children in their care.

  • @attal003
    @attal0032 жыл бұрын

    you are adorable! and Strong, can you please give us an update?

  • @Detoxtorehabcenter

    @Detoxtorehabcenter

    2 жыл бұрын

    We hope to have update soon!

  • @bradydelger7690

    @bradydelger7690

    6 ай бұрын

    I am now over 5 years sober, and I am still working in behavioral health helping others. I have been in college now for over 2 years after getting my GED and I actively work with other alcoholics and drug addicts inside of 12 step recovery with my free time. I also got engaged to my girlfriend of 3 years on Christmas. Spirituality and God are still at the center of my life. Life is good, and I have so much to be grateful for. Thank you for asking!

  • @jamesc9897
    @jamesc98973 жыл бұрын

    Weed was my gateway to pills and then heroin.

  • @IsaacMartinez27487
    @IsaacMartinez274873 жыл бұрын

    There's a lot of life lessons to be learnt from this guy's life story. Most important of all is that we should never at any one point give up on life for we don't know what the future holds.

  • @danielrosas5685
    @danielrosas5685 Жыл бұрын

    THE ONLY WAY IS READING THE FOUR GOSPELS AND ASK GOD FOR HELP. AND MAY GOD HELP AND HEAL EVERYONE AMEN SHALOM ALELUYA

  • @EVRYMANaKING
    @EVRYMANaKING4 жыл бұрын

    The White Hulk

  • @jayrose5614
    @jayrose56144 жыл бұрын

    I can relate drinking and fucking cocaine 😢🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @babalolaabel540
    @babalolaabel5403 жыл бұрын

    When one is intoxicated especially with alcohol, every other thing will follow due to the inability to put oneself under control. Thanks to Jesus Christ for taking you out of it all.

  • @Mark-gn5rw
    @Mark-gn5rw Жыл бұрын

    Go have a drink. U know u are Cmon.

  • @josephcecilhornesmithjunio1426
    @josephcecilhornesmithjunio14264 жыл бұрын

    ☮️🤩🏳️‍🌈Beautiful and fix’s Wow!‼️💟

  • @msummers3809
    @msummers38094 жыл бұрын

    Your lucky. I spent 10 years on the streets of Phoenix because access didn’t cover white single males

  • @joeyalfaro2323
    @joeyalfaro23234 жыл бұрын

    Don't be a pig with what ever substance you like. Indulge enjoy have little fun. These animals go to far

  • @susanaspiegel7692

    @susanaspiegel7692

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's pretty clear you don't understand the disease of addiction. It has nothing to do with being a "pig".

  • @parson7260

    @parson7260

    4 жыл бұрын

    Susana Spiegel 10-4!

  • @danmurphy8950

    @danmurphy8950

    4 жыл бұрын

    Awful thing to say take that negativity and take it somewhere else

  • @bobsmith5441

    @bobsmith5441

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your comment sucks

  • @karlbyrne1111

    @karlbyrne1111

    3 жыл бұрын

    Joey, reach out when you need help brother 💖

  • @oseghalevictory4981
    @oseghalevictory49812 жыл бұрын

    This is an example of courage. It takes alot to overcome addiction totally which he is has done and which I also hope he won't return to it. The story is a motivation too every other person facing addiction, you can pull through for sure.