"My worst times sober are still better then the good times as an addict." Yes sir 👏

@Add_Account485

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Wow! Them words hit me too.. Very powerful speach.. Good on him for making that change & having the courage to follow through!! Just good on him . Any addict who gets clean deserves a little extra love.. good on them..

@oliverkitkat6860

2 жыл бұрын

God bless x

@HollySmith-we2bf

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. My worst day now is way better than my "best day" getting high. I was slowly dieing not living at all. Today I'm truly blessed and living ❣️

@janelle009

2 жыл бұрын

Powerful and true 🙌🏻🙌🏻

@laurenetemple-link5660

2 жыл бұрын

@@HollySmith-we2bf wonderful message , thank you , and Merry Christmas, Holly. 🎄 please pray for my daughter , 🙏 she's probably an alcoholic , and doesn't want to even text me anymore , I raised her to be a Christian but, she's very opposed to all that now. She needs God, and HIS Sons forgiveness , so much , it hurts me so much to realize the situation she's in.... her whole life and relationships will be ruined, if she doesn't get saved and can turn around from her own destructive behavior. 🙏

As someone once said, "It's not how far you fall, It's how high you bounce back."

@abelovedsonofGodinwhomHeis35-6

4 жыл бұрын

We dont bounce back up we crawl back up against all the forces trying to keep us down.

@gooneegoogoo123

4 жыл бұрын

@@abelovedsonofGodinwhomHeis35-6 Amen

@tcareccia

4 жыл бұрын

A normal Christian and that’s the truth! Towards the end, I felt like I was in a tornado, and I knew there was a door, I just couldn’t find it. Check out a poem, “addict in a hole” if you’ve never read it.

@michellemckenna2659

4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful 💖🇮🇪

@femylafi

4 жыл бұрын

Such an inspirational sentence.

"He's never seen me high or drunk" I'm so proud of this complete stranger!

@MegaSk8bros

2 жыл бұрын

Lmaoo he lives by himself with a child claiming he doesn’t drink an is sober all the time an there’s a half empty bottle of UV BLUE vodka on the fridge ... he’s probably a bum son of someone that works for east Idaho news

@SammiAKATucker

2 жыл бұрын

@@MegaSk8bros He literally said he is staying with his parents if you bothered to watch the video. Why hate on someone like this? Bringing negativity into the world will only come back to bite ya in the ass.

@jerrysantangelo5188

2 жыл бұрын

@@MegaSk8bros I love how you were able to evaluate the empty bottle on the shelf. But we’re unable to come to the conclusion that he doesn’t live on his own, and just because he’s sober doesn’t mean his parents are too. It didn’t even have to take seeing his stepfather in the garage in the beginning of the video, or him stating that he lives with his parents. But they gifted him a car because his was old and broke down, yet there were 2 other more modern cars in the driveway that he clearly didn’t own. It’s so obvious you just wanted to talk shit. You thought you were smart for spotting that, but you look dumb for all those other reasons. I wonder how sober you are 🤣🤣🤣

@MegaSk8bros

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrysantangelo5188 not sober at all lol weed an whiskey

@MegaSk8bros

2 жыл бұрын

Who cares tho if u have money an are stable .. this guy almost ruined his life for nothin good guy tho I bet 👌🏼

What a great young man. Thank you to everyone who didn’t give up on him , he made it.

@Add_Account485

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah!. That's cool isn't it!

@weepingwillow5157

2 жыл бұрын

Amen

@redshift912

2 жыл бұрын

No

@randomtees

Жыл бұрын

He died of an overdose in 2021.

@Frenchblue8

2 ай бұрын

​@@redshift912why would you ever reply with the word "no"

I love when people who have money use it this way.

@oldline90

4 жыл бұрын

Matt Groters can you imagine being able to do something like this for someone?

@melimel9265

4 жыл бұрын

@@oldline90 I would love to. if I had money I would be broke so quickly from giving it away. which is why I stay broke now.

@TJ-oo5mx

4 жыл бұрын

@@oldline90 You can do a lot. Homeless shelters need volunteers, it only takes time. Food kitchens need help, churches and communities need help. You can give your mail man a water bottle, little things help too. There's so much people can do! It takes all of us, not only the financially well off

@kvogel9245

4 жыл бұрын

The nice thing about this program is that it inspires other people to help people who need it.

@justinm2697

4 жыл бұрын

@@oldline90 You don't need to do anything this big. Next time you are standing in line to get a coffee (or whatever), offer to pay for whatever the person in front of you orders. If you are in line at a supermarket and someone takes something off their bill because they can't afford it, offer to pay for it for them. The next time you buy a bottle of water when you are out and about, buy two and give one to a homeless person.

I love how the interviewer said “Anything you feel comfortable saying” he wanted to make sure he was still comfortable, not forcing him. Good job interviewer! Don’t see that often’

@leeannurban7364

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Our World is changing, for the better.

@sydw1173

4 жыл бұрын

I loved that too

@jaksiege9753

4 жыл бұрын

Even though he already told his whole story?

@sunshinejividen2832

4 жыл бұрын

@@jaksiege9753 Hi :-) The part at the beginning where the reporter told us Brennan's story, was most likely filmed *after* the reporter had already spoke with Brennan and had gotten "the okay" (Brennan's permission) to go ahead and tell us. During editing, they put the "whole story" at the beginning as an "introduction" so that we would know what the circumstances were and what we were about to see happen. Merry Christmas, btw. 😃

@AnthonydREDWAVE

4 жыл бұрын

Jak Siege do you honestly think if the young man wasn’t comfortable sharing his story, they would have told his story at the beginning??!! Of course not!! This wasn’t live guys! If he wasn’t comfortable sharing his drug addiction, then they wouldn’t have put that at the beginning of the video. But since he told his story when they met up with him, then that’s when they were like, “Okay, we can tell his story at the beginning when we edit the video because obviously he is okay with it.” Idk how any of you people on here have anything negative to say about the job they did!! Sad!!

As a mom of 3 & 12 years sober from heroin, this hit me so hard. Good for him. Recovering addicts rarely are treated like human. Edit; I'm not crying! You're crying!

@loismeacham2610

Жыл бұрын

Blessings to you and all

@NEbeliever

Жыл бұрын

Good job! I haven’t experienced what you have, but I can only imagine how hard it was to get clean! Stay blessed, and I hope you live a great life!

@unknownuser41190

Жыл бұрын

@@NEbeliever ty :)

@StephenLyons-tl8ie

11 ай бұрын

I'm crying with you; God bless.

Hearing him talk about his son and waking up to his smile is everything. So deserving and I wish him the best with his continued sobriety.

I wanna shake this dad's hand and give him a hug. Not all addicts are bad people who wanna just stay on drugs. Great job bro. Lots of love and bless your heart and soul

@realist7934

4 жыл бұрын

@Adolf Hitler one big hug sent your way

@jennchamberlain9722

4 жыл бұрын

Big Huggs sent to him and his little boy for Xmas xoxo What an awesome gift from his secret Santa

@sandrasolaligue-perez3606

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! I have sent this to my son who is having a very bad time too!

@debibarrington8348

4 жыл бұрын

No addict wants to stay on drugs! Some are just in a deeper darkness

@mattgaming8717

4 жыл бұрын

Yup

I love that you’re not just highlight ‘normal’ families, people need to see that drug addicts aren’t bad people they’re just in a bad spot

@hellosweetheart3350

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Absolutely! I'm a former pill addict and been through the ringer! & I'm still smiling! I SURVIVED DRUGS AND ALCOHOL!!!! that's a major part of my life. I'm the kindest, most honest, caring person still so even though drugs took some of my personality away as far as how I used to remember fun jokes and tell good stories, it didn't break me! I'm still a great human being with lots of personality! Bless our Lord and savior, He answered my prayers. Hopefully now I can get a better job and get a place of my own, I feel so lost in life. Any helpful comments welcome, I need guidance.

@lynnlynn9124

4 жыл бұрын

@Angel Bulldog happy birthday!! Great way to start the new year.

@pommiebears

4 жыл бұрын

Emily Grace Sirett roses grow best in shit, my friend. 🌹

@deborahvictoriaedwards5188

4 жыл бұрын

Addictions are a world problem, no control do they have. Lie, steal, cheat many do. Choices all make in what they give and what they take. Kudos to those that recover, strong Spirits prevail...

@wafflemonster33

4 жыл бұрын

Hello Sweetheart I’ve been clean 6 months I’ve heard after the first year it gets easier I hope that’s true

Hes so humble but broken inside. Young man keep your head up for that baby boy living.. my son changed my life

@doobiestudios1107

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man. There’s certain things that really break someone. He’s a warrior. He will keep moving forward, but you can tell it has taken a huge toll on the guy. I hope things get better for him. Seems to be a decent person

@Christiangonzaless998

2 жыл бұрын

The sad part for me its hard for him to accept when he keeps recieving loses.. everyone goes through stuff but dayum man i wish i could do more for people.. honestly and this is coming from an youngster from a horrible past..

@doobiestudios1107

2 жыл бұрын

@@Christiangonzaless998 that’s why I wish I had the kind of money people like mr beast has. Not because I want to live a super luxurious lifestyle, but because I would be able to help so many people to change their lives… there’s a youtuber like that I think his name is BI Pakhathi. A great guy. Always spreading love to those who really need

@rebeccafieldsofdreams8428

2 жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome!! I feel the exact same way about all of it!! I've been thru hell and I'm clean.. its a hard road to come back from..I could not handle trauma I've been thru..I believe if we face what's underlying we have a chance to make it.. the numbing is so easy..I pray everyone of us realize how to stay clean..I wish I had money to bless people.. to help change lives

@doobiestudios1107

2 жыл бұрын

@@rebeccafieldsofdreams8428 glad to know you’re overcoming your hardships. Stay strong. You are a warrior. Thanks for sharing your story with us. I wish you the best. GOD bless you

Good for that dad who is putting his son above himself. This will help him to not only better himself but also create a better future for him and his son.

@darleneachille491

2 жыл бұрын

Amen Judy

@chickinpoofy

2 жыл бұрын

He passed away :(

@michellerentz522

4 ай бұрын

Where did you see he passed away?

Dude's kicking ass, single father, working hard and staying clean. What more can you ask, seriously. Secret Santa whom ever you are, your one amazing person! 👍✌️

@truthteller9522

4 жыл бұрын

God bless him!

@hagamapama

4 жыл бұрын

That's a man, right there. Not perfect, but committed to being a dad and doing his best

@operation6604

4 жыл бұрын

I love inspirational videos!!!!!! There are still good people out there

@judibrommer7569

4 жыл бұрын

AMEN

@cn5007

4 жыл бұрын

He us mot a single father. He is living with his parents not to say he doesn't help them if older but he's not doing it alone. There is nothing wrong with this either because not 1 person in this world has ever done anything alone.

Every "junkie" you see on the street, is someones son or daughter who just made very poor choices at some point in their live.

@sergeantsilly5239

3 жыл бұрын

@Margaret GustYou just compared poeple who do drugs, to people who murder dozens of people with an assault rifle. And you call MY comment stupid ? Lol I was about to roast you, but you did that by yourself with your comment on mine.

@misssunshine6200

3 жыл бұрын

And who is probably very deeply in pain and hurt emotionally. Most of them.

@OmgAuntySuzanne16

3 жыл бұрын

Rehab!

@BartBasquiato

3 жыл бұрын

It's because there's fake homeless people that's why some people don't give out, I always give when I can but in my neighborhood there's this "homeless" that hops on a nice mercedez at the end of the day.

@norgegal

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Can happen to anyone! Hate the disease not the addict!

Love that reporter, being excited but also so respectful

As someone who went through what felt like hell during my addiction, I applaud this man for making it through. I'll be 18 months sober on Christmas 2021 and I couldn't be happier. I finally moved back to my home state and have my whole family back in my life. Without them I'd still be lost.

@beetlejamie8065

2 жыл бұрын

I am beyond happy for you, Sam! You are so strong and so deserving of this beautiful change in your life. I hope your Christmas was lovely and a very happy new year to you and all your family and friends!

@moon8rager212

2 жыл бұрын

Keep going 💜

@Mia-es1rp

2 жыл бұрын

You got this!

@pamelabond8395

2 жыл бұрын

Wishing you the very best Sam! I hope you have a great 2022!

@zachclayton5738

Жыл бұрын

Great job man! Youre killin it!

Seems like there’s one person that watches all these and down votes them. A true grinch. This guy seems like a great dad.

@angelscraftycrap

4 жыл бұрын

People who thumbs down these videos , are just plain Jelly .

@myleneh1916

4 жыл бұрын

I don't understand it either 🤦‍♀️💔❤

@hossackdaniel

4 жыл бұрын

I think it's a bot

@atrumphasmatis6719

4 жыл бұрын

Haters hate... it’s what they do because they can’t open their heart. They can’t see past their own noses...

@RobertBenedikts

4 жыл бұрын

People have the right to think and like/unlike videos as they please so stfu and move on.

This mans woke up from a nap after working a whole day and straight away starts telling strangers openly about himself, big bros got a big heart

@lawlmatty712

2 жыл бұрын

those of us that are recovering know that being open is the greatest way to hold ourselves accountable and make sure we dont slip. I celebrate a decade in april, and I'll tell anyone that wants to know about it. Who knows, maybe I can help someone facing the same struggles I faced that led to my addiction

@meluk6991

2 жыл бұрын

@@lawlmatty712 I can sense you have a powerful story and I'm actually curious to see if you would share your journey with me, if you don't mind, that is.

@lawlmatty712

2 жыл бұрын

@@meluk6991 I don't mind at all, the short version of what happened that lead me to chase synthetic feelings in drugs was that I grew up in a broken home feeling like nobody wanted me. Fast forward 14 years or so, and I started to party basically any chance I got because it just felt good at the time. That ended up escalating from just drinking to abusing drugs (My preference was Methamphetamine). I used regularly for about 2 years and was shooting up for the last 3-4 months of it. I was learning to DJ at the time so I'm sure many people could at least appreciate the appeal of a drug that makes you hyper focused and wide awake for days on end. Towards the end of my use, I had honestly already "wanted" to get clean, but my addiction was really powerful, to the point I passed amazing opportunities to make a better life for myself and always gave some stupid BS excuse as to why I had to refuse. UNTIL! I had noticed I'd been getting way more comments on how skinny I was than I'd ever normally gotten. (I've always been a skinny guy 145-150 since freshman year of HS) That kinda planted the seed that lead me to stand on a scale and realize I had dropped to a whopping 102 fully clothed. It was a wake up call for me like no other. A friend of mine that was in the Air Force at the time bought me a train ticket to come out to Minot ND from Chicago, and I wish I could say I've never once looked back or thought about using again, but I can say I havent for the past 4 or 5 years. After getting away from the people places and things that kept me using tho, I was able to get a job, saved up some money, started a relationship with my now wife and mother to 2 out of 3 of my beautiful daughters. All in all, I would never go back and change the fact that I used, it's help me be the person I am today. Twice just this year 2 different co-workers decided to literally start smoking meth right in front of me, all I could think about was calling my wife and hearing her voice. This path we addicts choose to take of sobriety is honestly an extremely bumpy road, but with the right motivation, the right stimulus, its a path we can succeed on!

@lawlmatty712

2 жыл бұрын

and when I say regularly for 2 years, I mean I would be high 5/7 days of the week, some weeks it was 7/7 days

@meluk6991

2 жыл бұрын

@@lawlmatty712 Hey man, I truly appreciate you sharing your journey to overcome addiction. I can just picture you being high and DJing and such... and then taking that trip from Chitown to Minot, ND... bro, was that a culture shock or what? I actually we to Nebraska for college and thought "what have I done!" But I'm happy to hear you are well and setteled, lovely family and all. In case you're wondering, what triggered my interest was your opening line from your previous comment... "those of us that are recovering know that being open is the greatest way to hold ourselves accountable and make sure we don't slip." For some reason that hooked me. Happy Holidays to you and your family and thanks again for sharing your story with me. And I still would've read the long version if you posted it 👌.

anyone who recovers from addiction is an absolute badass and should feel as such.

The fact that this man so openly and so willingly shared his pain in his story and possibly helped others who are struggling in similar situations prior to having any idea why the news was even there just goes to show what kind of genuine person this guy is.

Just saying, as a recovering addict.... if my baby died...... I don’t think I’d be able to handle it. At all. The fact that you survived is a miracle. You’re a miracle. Your baby is a miracle. You deserve this

@maryscheitler2488

3 жыл бұрын

Losing my son was probably the biggest reason I started using. I wasn't suicidal, but I just didn't care anymore. But having my daughter saved my life.

@kellyhiggs8491

3 жыл бұрын

Same. My daughter is my inspiration to stay sober. Without her, I know I'd drink myself to death. This guy is stronger than he knows.

@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer

3 жыл бұрын

💯❤

@mariadamedecoeur

3 жыл бұрын

@Coweenuh M, you too are a miracle, read your own words 🙂🤗👏🙏❤️

@michaellangston0

3 жыл бұрын

i would have drank myself to death if i would have lost one of my children. it is a miracle he didnt relapse

You could see him looking over his shoulder in the car, looking at where the car seat will go. He’s a humble man and I wish him the best.

His step dad def went In there like “there’s some people with cameras outside looking for you” 🤣🤣🤣 you can tell by the way he came out all cautious.

"Do you mind sharing anything you're comfortable woth?" Never heard so much respect in a sentence

Broken people can be rebuilt and grow in the darkest of places. God bless those who use their monetary blessings with others. This is so heart warming. I love this story

@solsrescueable

4 жыл бұрын

@Gray_ Foxx what does that mean?

@denissepadilla8999

4 жыл бұрын

Great comment!

@kerry1022

4 жыл бұрын

@Digitalbumpin wrong

@gunner4206

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only the light can do that! Those children are the light that drove out that darkness in his life!

I’m a recovering alcoholic blessed with nearly 26 years of sobriety, I wish him everything I have.

@ferox965

3 жыл бұрын

Well done. All the best from Canada.

@carolinerowles5951

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations with love from England 🇬🇧

@Qurann21

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats from England🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@angelaharmon4950

3 жыл бұрын

Well done sir you truly are blessed!

@DarlingBo-bannie

3 жыл бұрын

17 years here. Life has never been better.

He’s in shock. I pray that he keeps on this straight journey. What a gift. ❤️

@DevinRyan

2 жыл бұрын

Negative, those are meth nap eyes 👀 he’s on the jib again I live right down the road from his parents.

@sofiauu9273

2 жыл бұрын

@@DevinRyan How do you know hes doing that again?

@chickinpoofy

2 жыл бұрын

He passed away

Every October 18th is one more year for me I'm over three now God bless you brother 🙏

@fancynancythefam725

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations you can keep going I am in the same boat I am 2 years clean! God bless you stay strong

This guy deserves everything he received. He was so humbled. I pray he’s able to go to college and get a great paying job. May God bless him and his son!

@andreay9935

4 жыл бұрын

I agree "all things are possible through Jesus Christ." 😊❤

@butterflytatt

4 жыл бұрын

@Andrea Y AMEN!

@laska907

4 жыл бұрын

He deserved a better title to the video. Whoever titled the vid is extremely inconsiderate imo.

@isitoveryet9525

4 жыл бұрын

@@laska907 yeah....you know why they did though. It got the views.

@THENEVERDEADIV

4 жыл бұрын

@Digitalbumpin Because he tried and didn't give up..... He didn't ask for it, He didn't expect it... Its like repentance and salvation... why do you or I deserve it over it just being available to the someone who was sinless and died for us who are chosen to receive it?

Shoutout to every RECOVERING addict: ONE DAY AT A TIME. Good things are yet to come. We got this.!

@daBEAGLE1017

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely

@psychshell4644

3 жыл бұрын

Keep coming back. You're worth it!

@daBEAGLE1017

3 жыл бұрын

@@psychshell4644 ironic name but thats all it is hopefully. Peace sister.

@marieantoinette1360

3 жыл бұрын

Get it girl!

@Rob.C95

3 жыл бұрын

3 years sober 💪🏽

God bless this man and his little boy. Tears flowing. Whom ever was the secret Santa here is an amazing person!✝️🙏🏻

Beautiful story. So glad he was given a second chance at life.

@davidcasillas1631

2 жыл бұрын

He chose it… his second chance

@Andrew-ph3tp

2 жыл бұрын

He wasnt given anything, he had to earn it

@chickinpoofy

2 жыл бұрын

He passed away

@Zatanna22

2 жыл бұрын

@@chickinpoofy is that so? How did you hear and how did he die?

His son is going to be so very proud of his daddy.

@Vincenza8907

3 жыл бұрын

@elenita jay you know, he’s been sober for two years. He has a long term plan for his life with his son. Why wouldn’t he be proud of him?

@Am0ha

3 жыл бұрын

@@Vincenza8907 haters i sweaar

@Vincenza8907

3 жыл бұрын

@@Am0ha it must be nice for people to have never had to struggle for anything. Granted, I think addicts bring it on themselves. It is their free will to start using, but it also their free will to get straight. And notice it is him alone taking care of their son. So that tells me, mom is out there usin

@chriss.2978

3 жыл бұрын

@elenita jay you're actually heartless. and spiteful apparently.

@aria2184

3 жыл бұрын

@elenita jay freak, he’s been rewarded for being sober how are you so dumb you can’t see that? 😂 you must be 10 years old

His son saved his life. He deserves this gift. Bless him.

10 years clean in April here and I absolutely agree with him. My absolute hell days sober are a million times better than the best of best times I had high. I swear there really needs to be more programs out there like this one.

Big props to this guy. I had 3.5 years & couldn't get through the first year of covid without a relapse, this man stayed sober through that & still with the pain of a losing a baby. I hope he reaches all his dreams.

@maryhollon1402

2 жыл бұрын

Hey I seen your comment about not being able to stay sober, I can relate to that so many time I've tried to stay sober and I would fall off the wagon I would get bored I guess you would say of sober living and that's when I would relapse but I know I can do this and so can you.... One day at a time

@kustomhooligans

2 жыл бұрын

CL+ You have it in you to succeed, I know you do! I spent 10 years on that roller coaster ride and as you know, its miserable. I'm going to be checking back on our comments here, I'd like an update on how you're doing, good and bad! Every Christmas I'm reminded of a Mike Ness song where he says "Christmas, for a dope fiend ain't no fun." I always loved xmas but I cant count how many December 24th & 25ths were miserable for me bcuz I was sick. So dont think you're the only one! One minute at a time.

@deecrawford101

2 жыл бұрын

Well if you watch it again he relapsed when his daughter died off and on and this story was 2 years ago 🤔 I'm sure he's maintained the last 2 years but I wonder

@asiawilliams8719

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know this man from a hole in a wall, but I’m so f**king proud of him! I barely cry about anything and this definitely did it.

Looks like this baby will have a good daddy after all.

@mamarobyn

4 жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@felisacortez2951

4 жыл бұрын

GetReady4LiftOff I think he always was a good daddy the fact is when the person uses or drinks to much this can effect a person physically mentally and spiritually.

We all have some form of addiction. Some are more destructive than others and some are socially acceptable. So proud of this guy’s perseverance.

@jordencossman7414

4 жыл бұрын

This comment is so true. ☝🏻👏♥️

@Nan-59

4 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY!!! I have an Eating Disorder!! Since 15 and I’m 60!!

@PredestinedtowinforJesus

4 жыл бұрын

jj m AMEN to that!!!

@kso4068

4 жыл бұрын

@@Nan-59 nan I hope you feel better soon that can be a really hard disease to battle!😢💔🙏 I wish you nothing but the best

@daintyone1051

4 жыл бұрын

So so true

Sobriety was the best thing that ever happened to me and my wife.

As the mother of an addict “s” I can’t stop crying….. God bless

@LazyCatMane

2 жыл бұрын

it will be okay!

@mariemiller8740

2 жыл бұрын

Lisa downs keep going lisa, pray I'll keep yours in my prayers. God bless

@LazyCatMane

2 жыл бұрын

@@mariemiller8740 bless you marie

@brendaloose1718

2 жыл бұрын

Don’t give up on them. Where there is life there is hope.

@meluk6991

2 жыл бұрын

I can sense a bit of despair (I think) in your comment but trust me, keep hope alive. Happy Holidays, Lisa.

I’m starting to think secret Santa might own a Hyundai dealership.

@ripdiptatterchip3851

4 жыл бұрын

Mopar Casey he gave the one girl a Subaru

@Muralidharan001

4 жыл бұрын

He must be owner of Hyundai group to give away so many cars.

@112454126s

4 жыл бұрын

And Subaru

@lyncaho4507

4 жыл бұрын

🤭🤭👍

@elliemae4525

4 жыл бұрын

Ha! You made a funny! That is pretty coincidental though, is it not? Every car so far has been a Hyanda! Hmmm.

I love the way he greeted them after being woken from his nap. “It’s a pleasure.” He seems very humble and nice. I’m very happy for him.

What a good daddy, sleeping in the bed with his baby every night and staying on the right path for him! You can tell this beautiful man wanted to cry and stopped himself. Bless him and his son - I hope he made it to school!

That's humanity at its finest.. I couldn't think of any better recipient than a recovering addict. Good for you bro.. I hope you never relapse. I hope your strong enough to fight off any urges that may come your way.

Dont ever put a person down for being an addict. An addict isnt a lowlife, they are Judges, cops, Nurses, soccer moms, etc. It affects all, not just those who live on the streets.

@marmitenot.

3 жыл бұрын

Wise words. Thank you for saying that...we all need a reminder and a reality check.

@marmitenot.

3 жыл бұрын

@Greek HanZol That is a great accomplishmemt, absolutely stellar! Good for you! 🤗

@Sunnyflower67

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy for you 😊 and glad you said that. My son wasn't able to do it and overdosed at 22 yrs old. It's been 9 years and I will never be the same. PTSD doesn't go away, and they're levels. I hope this íncredibly brave man doesn't read any of the comments either. Usually, I don't watch these kinds of videos myself because you see how mean people can be. You can ímagine my hurt if there were ignorant people who don't realize addiction is an illness, usually born out of trauma. It's a very hard thing to do and relapses are almost part of the recovery and NOT a failure. Support is absolutely necessary, and LOTS of it. You know all this. Thanks for letting me vent 🙂.

@daBEAGLE1017

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sunnyflower67 im so sorry.

@reneeprosser8217

3 жыл бұрын

pigGRAYs hombakd very true.. Well said

my best friend was a drug addict before she had her daughter, and throughout her pregnancy she didnt want her. When she held her daughter, she said she knew she was meant to be her mom. she's been clean for almost 8 years now

@brianna7210

4 жыл бұрын

bby m oh i know! My in laws have addiction problems! I know many people with addiction issues. My friend was very lucky she didnt stick with it!

@sportsglobal9527

4 жыл бұрын

Brianna the gift of a child changes us all, long may your friend stay clean

@Boudicaisback

4 жыл бұрын

I was addicted to meth when I found out I was pregnant with my son, without my son I would have never gotten clean. I had never even had a job. God gives us children when we need them the most I feel like , my son saved my life

@inarir6207

4 жыл бұрын

Im so happy for your friend i wish the best for you guys

@brianna7210

4 жыл бұрын

Bri Bearden well im so proud of you! Dont let anyone ever take that away from you!!

He looked stunned and completely lost for words 🙂 Such a deserving young man... I hope his sobriety lasts his lifetime 🙏🙌🙏🙌

Good luck to this young man and his family. A well deserved gift from the Secret Santa ❤️

I got clean when I found out I was pregnant with my son and I still am clean

@deirdremorris9234

3 жыл бұрын

YOU ROCK!!🎉🎉

@THEFINESTINTROVERTS

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats hun!

@wanda4573

3 жыл бұрын

Super proud of you. If you wasnt it would have affected your child for life. Keep taking your child to local libraries and parks, sunday school class where they do little plays on stage

@Ltulrich

3 жыл бұрын

Good job dear

@lilliemuah6415

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful♥️ keep it up, rooting for you!

Congratulations on your sobriety Brennan 🙏 I to am in recovery, 4 years this coming may. Keep your head held high & keep up the amazing job you are doing. Happy holidays to you and your family. Secret Santa ❤️ You are awesome!!!

@ginaevans3058

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your recovery. Stay strong! God bless you! 😇♥️🎄⭐♥️👍♥️🙏

@toddparker2924

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your upcoming 4 years. I'll be celebrating 20 years in February. Stay strong and know that you never have to live that old life.

@zombieholic

4 жыл бұрын

Cat Savior congratulations to you!

@ThriftyCats

4 жыл бұрын

@@zombieholic thank you very much

@ThriftyCats

4 жыл бұрын

@@ginaevans3058 thank you very much

Props to this man for realizing what matters in life.

Wow!! You never see recovering addicts get any praise!! Thank you, Jesus!!

Imagine the fear and anxiety over the second childs breathing after losing the first.

@djjinerson

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure that has something to do with why they sleep in the same bed :(

@DiscoFang

3 жыл бұрын

I still pause looking at my daughter to make sure she's breathing in her sleep. I wonder if that feeling of the first year ever goes away.

@zaidamaganda

3 жыл бұрын

@@DiscoFang Nope. :) When they're teenagers you'll still be checking.

@kingstonwasson7395

3 жыл бұрын

Having found more than one person not breathing I can tell you its something you hold with you forever

@vanessafowler9652

2 жыл бұрын

I know what it's like as I have lost a Son at the age of two, his Father at the same time, I almost died and was pregnant. I have PTSD from the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Waking up not having your family is very traumatic. December 24, 2004 changed my life forever.

I grew up with brennan and still consider him a good friend. Proud of you bro

@coryburns834

3 жыл бұрын

I'm very happy for him ☺ 😊 💕

@TheWhyChange

3 жыл бұрын

@MARY HARTMAN, MARY HARTMAN Jesus has nothing to do with any of this, crazy lady.

@redalawson3897

3 жыл бұрын

MARY HARTMAN, MARY HARTMAN haha jeez buddy

@dakotabrinson7872

3 жыл бұрын

@MARY HARTMAN, MARY HARTMAN lol I'm not for hate but homie, drop the bible because that's not the book you need.

@dakotabrinson7872

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheWhyChange come on dude, no need for hate. Sometimes religion is the reason for a better life. It's all about what you use to get out.

This is so beautiful. People hear the word addict and that’s it they think they are useless and don’t deserve anything but don’t stop to think of what happened to them to get to where they were or are in life. It’s awful.. people need to be more aware! They deserve to be treated like human beings like everyone else!

@lanalovesjesus6133

2 жыл бұрын

So true. They should hear sick, not addict.

@aliciachaddlesone5706

2 жыл бұрын

That makes me so sad but you are right.😞🙏♥️🥀

@defeatignorance8681

7 ай бұрын

Some of the most profound minds throughout history were "addicts." I pray people never forget this. No one is useless. No one.

To all the recovering addicts. YOU GUYS ARE SUPERHEROS KEEP IT UP EVEN IF IT FEELS POINTLESS OR YOUR TIRED ONE DAY YOURE GOING TO LOOK BACK & YOU WONT REMEBER THE WITHDRAWALS BUT YOULL REMEMBER THE BEST DECISION YOU EVER MADE IN LIFW TO GET CLEAN

They didn’t say much about the mother. She must still be struggling. Bless her too. I’m sure the loss of their baby sent her reeling, and I can only imagine.

@danielalt7054

3 жыл бұрын

He’s a single dad

@hughjarsonballs

3 жыл бұрын

She probably isn’t around

@themexicansensation2698

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think she’s in the picture

@BandlerChing

3 жыл бұрын

Clearly she isn’t around y’all. It’s implied she did not get clean, though it seems at one point they were trying to get clean together. Losing her baby must’ve hurt her recovery big time.

@mutt3162

3 жыл бұрын

That was my thought as well. Poor lass, that had to be soul crushing.

Thank you to the guy interviewing him for being so sensitive to the situation.

@Kloppsserialbottlers

3 жыл бұрын

@Paul Steinwall Found one who's jealous of the love being showed, over here. You okay Paul?

This man has strength, to come out of everything that's happened to him just fine, he's a true warrior man.

This made my day! The gifter will probably never realize all the ripples his generosity will cause for good. May the Lord Bless & Keep all it has touched & will touch.

Best one yet. I smiled and cried. My son battled addiction for many years. He lost that battle 3 years ago at 22. I miss you Ryan. Thank you for the videos

@anjola3354

3 жыл бұрын

sorry for your loss 🥺❤️

@sage5725

3 жыл бұрын

My big brother lost his battle with Addiction almost 2 years ago at 28. I wish your Ryan and my Dylan could have gotten a gift like this, but for now we just need to make them proud of what we're doing and not forget them

@stevebaker8938

3 жыл бұрын

@@sage5725 it just sucks

@zerozero7158

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry for your loss, sending you a virtual hug wherever you might be

@lking7244

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son Ryan. God’s blessings and peace to you. ✝️🙏💟. (Sorry to hear of Hug Dealer’s Productions little brother’s loss too. ✝️🙏💟 )

I hate that so many people treat folks with addictions like they are subhuman. They are human beings that deserve love and compassion.....and a second chance.

@sandrapavao3930

4 жыл бұрын

@@Angelwings-qz5ki what do you mean sweetheart

@blockchainmusic8697

4 жыл бұрын

@@Angelwings-qz5ki lol.

@bhumphries1360

4 жыл бұрын

@Jacob Flores I am glad that hear that Jacob. I hope you have a great Christmas and a happy new year as well!

@bhumphries1360

4 жыл бұрын

@@Angelwings-qz5ki We all make mistakes my friend. It doesn't matter. What matters most, is how we treat others. And I truly feel in my heart that second chances are deserved. I've seen many folks who have turned their lives around. I hope that you have a great Christmas with the ones you love most.

This is so sweet, giving this Dad a hand. I hope he and his son are doing well!

I’m crying. I haven’t even finished watching & I’m in tears. Such a beautiful deserving soul. So kind of people. Omg….

I'm not surprised this poor guy relapsed when his child passed away. So glad to see him clean now and I hope he is able to win the fight against addiction

I can't even imagine the pain of doing CPR on my own child, then still loosing baby. So sorry

@kynlienunez9127

2 жыл бұрын

It's horrible. My brother was five and he passed away in 2008 it was an accidental drowning. Something called secondary drowning. He had the tiniest bit of water in his lungs and it's like he fell asleep but I had to watch my dad and mom take turns giving him CPR till the ambulance got there. He threw up his blue Kool aid and the sounds were horrible. It's forever ingrained in my mind.

@kweenz109

2 жыл бұрын

@@kynlienunez9127 that's so traumatizing. I can't imagine. Hugs to you and all the best in the new year ❤️

Wow, that’s amazing. Good on him for staying clean for his son. I lost my dad at 58 because he didnt get clean until his body was wrecked. So I can say first hand your son will appreciated it so much more having you clean.

Congratulations to this man! He is doing everything he should, from one person in recovery to the next, I applaud you!

I almost have 2 years myself. My life has turned around big time since I stopped getting high. Keep it bro, nothing good is easy.

@littlebritian2822

4 жыл бұрын

Well done & congrats

@Ellier215

4 жыл бұрын

Woot!!!! GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!!!

@afropress

4 жыл бұрын

Bless you! Keep it going. May God Keep you and continue to Bless you and Congrats!! 🥰

@simplyk8zin808

4 жыл бұрын

So happy for you! You just keep going and you will get to the happiest place in your life😘

@Jo-ph9zo

4 жыл бұрын

So proud of you! It's a rough journey but we got it

Damn I’m 38 year old man crying watching this, Thank you secret Santa!!!!!and let’s thank God for the strength he gives us with the love forgiveness he always offers! Thank you all for the like’s!

@alphadogfreak

4 жыл бұрын

I'm so sick and tired of reading these types of comments, that grown men arent supposed to cry. Is it considered a sin or what?

@lyncaho4507

4 жыл бұрын

Amen 🙏💖 And real men cry, and pray, and wear pink 💗👍

@michaelgabriel7330

4 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Vester I’m just speaking on my behalf no one else!

@kccourt6910

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Gabriel You’re an amazing person....so many men can’t even almost let themselves feel that way let alone leave it as a comment...I hope you find or already have found the love of your life and have an amazingly wonderful life sir ❤️ Merry Christmas 🎁🎄

@michaelgabriel7330

4 жыл бұрын

KC Court WOW thank you so much wow I’m speechless that someone as special and amazing as yourself would leave such a Comment, thank you and I wish you and everyone a beautiful life ahead! Merry Christmas!!

MORE of this everywhere! We all fall at times, let's carry each other, not push each other further down. Bear one another's burdens joyfully. Merry Christmas and God bless the innocent hearts. 👏✝️😃👍💕🐻🎄🙏💯💜

I'm in tears. I wish him the best. Thank you good people of this world.

Hell of a tear jerker there. Huge respect to any addict that over comes addiction and moves forward

@kariay50

3 жыл бұрын

🙌🙏❤

This is a guy who has overcome great obstacles to become a better man. Congratulations on your sobriety. I'll be celebrating 20 years in February. Just live one day at a time and know that you're inspiring others.

@timwhite4885

4 жыл бұрын

Todd Parker : Thats awesome & amazing. Congrats to you also !!!🎈

@sandyellis3004

4 жыл бұрын

So happy for you. That's sooo wonderful. This story is so heartwarming it makes you want to say Carry on brother because your testimonials help people you don't even know or will ever hear from them. Keep on keeping on, So happy for you and Brennan.

@ericalawrence2323

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Mr Parker. Many BLESSINGS For You and Your Family. You are a Role Model for Many♥️♥️♥️

@bighead3258

4 жыл бұрын

Todd Parker CONGRATS!!! :)

@Sara2016a

4 жыл бұрын

Todd Parker Congratulations and Merry Christmas 🎄🎄

What a poignant example of a former addict who found his way back to sobriety...God bless this dear man, his son & family...I'm sending my genuine love to you...

God Bless Brendan, his family and the secret Santa

“Lost my daughter” i cant even imagine saying those words. I have a daughter thats 3 years old. I would lose it if i lost her. This man is so strong. Stay strong my friend.

@jjtly123

4 жыл бұрын

I have a 4 year old daughter and that thought pops in my head alot .. cant imagine anything ever happening.

@ambercarroll6636

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 7 year old daughter 5 year old boy 4 year old boy and 14 month old daughter. my youngest busted a hole in her lung when she took her first breath and cried out. we thought for 5 days that she wasn't gonna make it. it seemed to only be getting worse. I only got to hold her the first hour before she was taken from me when they noticed she was trying to hard to breathe. I was a complete wreck. had I lost her I would have lost myself. I cannot fathom losing your child. that has to be the most heart wrenching pain. you expect to bury parents but you never expect to have to bury your own child.

@kathieschlosnagle8410

3 жыл бұрын

In 2 1/2 years time, I lost 2 of my daughters. They were 30 and 35. I found one of them, in her apartment deceased after I had someone break the door down. That image is engrained in my mind. The other died near the end of January of this year. My heart is permanently broken and I will NEVER be the same. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't cry numerous times. The mourning period is infinite when you lose a child, no matter what age they are when they pass. I hope that this dad is doing better and things are looking up for the family. 😪😪😪💔💔💔

@hectortorres229

3 жыл бұрын

@@kathieschlosnagle8410 stay strong, unfortunately youre right. You’ll never be the same. It’ll all just become a new normal. Im deeply sorry for your loss. Please please stay strong, reach out to anybody close when you need to talk. You can even reach out to me.

@kathieschlosnagle8410

3 жыл бұрын

@@hectortorres229 Thank you for your kind words. Unfortunately, I have no one to reach out to. Everyone treats me like I have a disease they could catch.....as if being nice to me may jeopardize their own children. People that used to be my friends ignore me like the plague.

You can tell he is a recovered addict by how he is so open and passionate. A huge step in the addiction recovery process is to be open about the addiction. Let him be an example to any of us addicts who struggle to take that step.

@logicalblueberry

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, when my husband worked with men in a recovery program, he always said that humility was critical to success. Many guys would think, "I got this." Those who thought they could do it on their own would almost always fail. Those who surrendered to Jesus and took steps to turn and live a life of obedience to him were so transformed that you would never know they had once been addicts.

In this world of chaos, it's good to know God is still ever present in people's lives. I'm so proud of this guy, and I pray he continues to be blessed by God, and have many many memories with his children in his new life. God bless you brother.

I'd sooooo like to be that guy's friend. People with that kind of humble resolve to be the men life was calling them to be are so inspiring. And so rare. Most of us don't get tested like that. I may just look him up. Thanks for sharing.

Keep going Brennan, It's the best fight you will ever win. Clean 5 1/2 years...

@tamiweber7241

4 жыл бұрын

“Congratulations”💖💯💯💯

@kso4068

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!👍🙏💝🎈🎊 I've been clean for 8 months it was the hardest but best thing I've ever done

@giorgiabeligotti7310

4 жыл бұрын

Were cheering well done !!!

@AS-of8yq

4 жыл бұрын

@Dan el good on you brother don't even know you but proud of you for fighting that battle. Hope the rest of your days on earth are clean free,healthy and focused.

@danel8870

4 жыл бұрын

@@tamiweber7241 Thank you Tami, it's been the best 5 1/2 years :)

My sister lost her son at 3 weeks old to SIDS. She was in recovery at the time, and she just completely gave up. That was 6 years ago and she's still out there struggling. I know how hard it is to come back from something like that, many people don't. Well done to this man and his child's mother for getting themselves together after such a tragic loss.

Wouldn’t it b beautiful if every expect father felt like this young man does- he wakes up to his son smile( loved that) he became a man 3 mos before his son was born deciding and got sober , found work stepped to b the parent every single child deserves

Everyone makes mistakes, some bigger then others but they do not define you as a person. Keep your head up and move on. He has a wonderful son to keep him going everyday.

He just woke up from a nap. He probably was thinking the whole time he was still asleep and just dreaming.

Last part of his interview nailed it. " ... worse times sober, better than best times as an addict." The brain sober becomes your best friend and guide- the best guide you can find in this short life. Bravo, Man!

@reneeprosser8217

3 жыл бұрын

Jhava Joe you nailed it yourself by what u said. The Brain sober becomes your best friend and guide. What u don't realize is I needed to hear what u said. God used you to help me. I love how God works. Thank u❤️

I'd sure like a follow up on how this young man is doing.

@dirtbiker3244

2 жыл бұрын

I go to college with him he is an amazing dad to his boy and takes a lot of pride with his car

@rhondahatfield4021

2 жыл бұрын

@@dirtbiker3244 thank you!❤ just found this story. So glad to hear he's doing well. Happy Holidays Carlyn

@howtosurviveelectronichara6474

2 жыл бұрын

Same!!

@stevep8445

2 жыл бұрын

@@dirtbiker3244 Such respect for him.... Wishing him and his son the best!!!

I lost my wife and kid. Went through the same stuff... I am happy for that guy. If you guys knew what a help this can be. Keep it real big man. You got this buddy.

Years ago I had a friend who was a firefighter. One day he was called to a fire and there was a baby on the third floor, he took his tank off and jump out the window with the baby. They both lived but he broke up his back and ended up on drugs. Honestly he was a good hearted man. God wants us to show love and think of the needs of others. Thank you for helping this man

@Healthyhabits06

4 жыл бұрын

How is he doing now?

@Fwb316

4 жыл бұрын

Jess he died from his addiction

@mike2809

4 жыл бұрын

Damn that’s sad! Poor guy, well done to him saving that baby!

@theangryitalian7922

4 жыл бұрын

Fra Bar that’s tragic

@whatifitoldyou3579

4 жыл бұрын

That's amazing spirit.

I myself am actually 100 days on this day sober of alcohol. My kids are what drives me to further make my life healthier. It's been a long journey and I'm thankful for my decision to quit.

@lavaical

3 жыл бұрын

how are you doing now? :)

@bamawama1

3 жыл бұрын

@@lavaical sitting at 174 days strong. Best shape of my life. And most importantly full of life. My kids enjoy me better as well. An added bonus is all that extra money saved going towards the best Christmas to date.

@lavaical

3 жыл бұрын

@@bamawama1 awww that's great! keep it up man, even a stranger is rooting for you i'm sure your loving family is happy for you too dear. stay safe xx

@linzzyy

3 жыл бұрын

congratulations - i wish you all the best and a healthy recovery

@bamawama1

3 жыл бұрын

@@linzzyy currently at day 256 and still counting. Back in control of my life and have moved on to amazing things and have surrounded myself with positive people now.

I love people helping addicts!!! Not enough people trust us to do something amazing like this. We can change, we just need to believe we can and have others believe it too. ❤️❤️❤️

@rainarodriguez5878

2 жыл бұрын

❤❤❤

I'm an addict and this guy's story gives me hope

@888hereandnow

2 жыл бұрын

🙏❤

This is beautiful. My brother just died this past march at 29 years old. He did so much good volunteering to help homeless veterans. He just couldn’t fight his demons. God bless those struggling with addiction. It is a terrible terrible demon.

I am a recovering drug addict i started using when i was 15 yrs old now been clean for 14 yrs he is one hell of a strong person to get himself clean to look after his son and get a good education to get a job keep your head held high because you chose a new life I'm very proud of you😊

@justinm2697

4 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how having children puts everything into perspective... at least for a lot of people. Sadly not all.

@tamiweber7241

4 жыл бұрын

“Congratulations” everyone is very proud of you 💖💯💯💯

@simplyk8zin808

4 жыл бұрын

And I’m proud of you too!!love from 🇦🇺

@doreenfitzgerald6519

4 жыл бұрын

amanda raven Congratulations 🎊 on your 14 years sobriety

@Sara2016a

4 жыл бұрын

amanda raven Congratulations 😊❤️

God Bless him!!! I pray things have only gotten better and better for him and his son!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

I'm so proud of this young man who's brought tears to my eyes

I pray he is able to remain clean. Such a beautiful moment

He has overcome the hardest thing, ADDICTION! GOD BLESS HIM. He deff deserves the car & the $$!

@S2daUZ

3 жыл бұрын

No, losing a child is the worst

@dakotabrinson7872

3 жыл бұрын

Nah, the worst is losing "the game" because some asshole brought it up.

it’s probably really hard to give up alcohol when it’s sitting right on top of the fridge in the garage

@vinlago

2 жыл бұрын

That's the whole point. Alcohol and drugs are everywhere. Avoidance only takes them so far. Eventually they must be able to see it, have access to it and still not partake of it. It's easier for those with 30 yrs sobriety than someone with 2, but it is achievable. As for this case... alcohol may not have been his drug of choice It's his parents' house It could be empty

"my worst times sober are still better than the good times as an addict" That's really beautiful, I wish I felt this 💔 6 months sober and still wishing I was dead because I would rather be high. This man is a wonderful man and father and he's been through so much. He deserved this, thank you guys for doing this. Addicts deserve compassion just like anybody else.

@Watchout5035.

2 жыл бұрын

Atleast you have made it 6 months. I don't think I could make it 6 days.

@ouellettecindy

2 жыл бұрын

Don't give up on yourself. 6 months will become 1 year, and then 2 and so on. Just do one day at a time and put one foot in front of the other. Don't look back and you will beat this awful life consuming disease. You Can Do It!! Merry Christmas Michael

@sadezem991

2 жыл бұрын

@@Watchout5035. I couldn't for a long time, now I have no option because my family forced me into rehab for 4 months and my dealer cut me off. I spend most days trying to relapse.