Some of my Experiences in Recovery
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- This video is one of my recovery video's. I talk a little about what my life was like before I got into recovery, previous rehabs, and when I went to betty ford.
Being able to share my recovery experience like this is truly one of the best parts of doing my TH-cam videos, and I want to try and put them out more often.
I hope this video finds everyone doing well out there.
Never give up, never surrender.
And if no one has told you today, you're special, and I care about you.
J.3.16
Instagram link: / mattbrown511 - บันเทิง
What a relief that you decided that wasn't going to be your story. You took charge of your life and stopped grieving. That's a brave thing to do and now you are sharing it with us. I get a lot of use out of these videos, thank you Matt 💪🏻🤗🙏🏻🥰.
You never know who is out there that really needs to hear this keep making these videos Matt you are doing good for some people that needs to hear this. Let God continue to use you.
Thank ypu, Matt. Please keep my niece and nephew-in-law in your prayers. Both are smoking fentynal and it's killing them. They have 2 children who are 11 and 7 years old. Thank you and God bless you richly.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I'm so proud of you Matt. I'm the mom of an addict in recovery, she will have 7 years clean this Dec 24, 2022. You have come so far and still have so much good to do. Take care and God bless us all.
Hey Matt, you truly are a rainbow 🌈 of positivity and sunshine of hope that is needed for life.
You are helping so many people by explaining your recovery. I’ve told you about my brother in the past and it took him three times in rehab for basically the same reasons as you. He went on to become a chaplain at the rehab center and continued on to be a Pastor helping recovering alcoholics and addicts. He would applaud your efforts. God bless you and keep you in His care.
Hi Matt From New Zealand..
i was gutted when you left the show you were my favorite guy and then bear. I never thought you would ever be able to read something from me so i hope you read this.
the show was an eye opener for me mostly for learning what actually matters most in life. Thank you for being yourself! I'm not sure what else to write so Thank You.
Matt, your a fantastic human and a true inspiration for thousands of folk.
I don't drink much, i have never done drugs, but watching you here makes me happy.
The UK 🇬🇧 love you and what you stand for.. 👍👊
Wishing and praying Gods best over you Matt.
Wow!So proud of you Matt.I truelly loved your openess and honesty with everything you did in the past but most of all where you are today! I am so happy to see where you want to help others and what you have already been through I pray you can.When I say always look up and move forward I am proud to say you are.May God Bless you and keep you heading the way you are.You are a sweet and kind person Matt and dont ever let anyone take that away.Thank you so much for including us in your life.
Excellent recovery story. You have evolved! You have this comfort in front of a camera that gives authenticity to everything you do. Much respect sir!
I'm so proud of you Matt, what else can i say that you don't already know dear friend. Never surrender and never give up 👊✌️😁❤️
New fan here. Thank you for sharing your journey. Im five years sober this month and I still have moments where I want to go to a liquor store. I needed alcohol to sleep. Started with a shot glass and at my worst it was an entire bottle of wine, every night, seven days a week. Hit rock bottom, tried to take myself out of lifes equation. Failed that but gained clarity. Been dealing with the core of my issue - childhood event and didnt realise that I had PTSD and still do.
Five years sober and I learned from you that its okay to be 'abstract' with the tools. Thank you.
Much love and respect friend.
Katja
Same here Katja, it's good to read msgs and vids by others with similar experiences ✌🏽
Nearly 2 months clean but finding it hard
Good advice Matt, whether someone is an addict, recovering addict or someone that just needs to go into a different thought process such as depression ect can learn from your tips that you have learned from the Betty Ford clinic. Thank you for sharing, I for one think you are doing great ✨😊✨
Matt, you have a awesome testimony. They are always hope. Stay focused. God bless you. This is your calling in life.
You did a really good job on this video. I love it when you share your knowledge. Keep up the good work. Till next time.
I'm so proud of you! I have a daughter that went through an awful time in her life that resulted in a record she will never be able to leave behind. Praise God she is clean and sober and working like a mule! She's such a kind sweet person and will and has given the shirt off her back to anyone in need. She's awesome and I always knew that person in her. She is a Godly person and I would go to the end of the earth for her. Again, in so happy that you have made a new life for yourself and earned the respect of those wonderful friends in your life. Congratulations, keep up the good work.
This one goes into my Matt Brown folder; this folder has info that I need to hear more than once, more than twice. Matt, you DO have great qualities and more intelligent than what you give yourself credit for. The part about labels like lazy, messy etc was something I think all of us can relate to. 🌺👏 Thanks Matt
I didn't realize till Betty Ford, how I would apply negative labels to myself instinctively, like when I would do something and tell myself I was stupid or something like that, and how it was damaging to myself image. learning things like that helped so much in putting my life back on track. Little things like that are the things I find so interesting, and useful in life. thanks friend :)
Matt you are such a great speaker. Helpful advice that is coming from someone who has actually walked in the shoes of addiction, to me, is so much more powerful and helpful to others who are struggling. You can relate. You have been there. It makes my heart smile to know you are in a better place and are growing. Maybe it was written in the stars for you to have to go through your hard journey in order to come through the other side and be of help to others. Your sincerity shows through. You made me laugh when you were talking about not wanting to do the dishes..you know what’s even more daunting? Laundry!!! It never stops…lol..but seriously, We are Matt’s Tribe, and we are all here supporting you. Bless you always. sending a virtual hug!
So many of us have found strength through your journey. Thank you SO much for allowing us into your world. With much luv & many blessings!
First of all I must say that I am so proud of you doing the hard work earning your recovery. You have something about you that I feel is relatable to others who might be in the same place that you once were. Have you thought about maybe being an inspirational speaker? You speak so naturally and you are so easy to listen to. Keep up the good work sir!🦋💙🦋
WTG, Matt!!!!! I know there's still things you're working on, but keep on moving forward you're doing a great job! Take care and God bless you always. 💙💙💙
Matt,Praise Jesus you successfully turned your life around and became a great role model for all of us! Bless you and thank you!
Wow, you have learned so much and without a doubt you are making your mentors PROUD Matt! I have never suffered any type of addiction that you have and I know depression is not in the category of addiction but so much of what you said resonates with me and my severe depression and anxiety. My story is a long one so I won't bother you with it but just know that I look forward to what you have to say as I will be soaking in every single word. I appreciate you Matt.
What a lovely video matt, you have learned so much from the Betty Ford clinic, it’s wonderful that you are sharing all the information with everyone who needs it……I have an addiction with food🍔 I know it’s not on the same level as drink and drugs, but it’s addiction none the less….but your words of wisdom makes good sense to me, and I understand 🥰👊…….your amazing Matt, sending love and huggs 🥰🇬🇧🫶
Matt this video really touched my heart and soul listening to you talk about you're recovery is so inspiring! I have had some years now but listening to you brought it all back to me when on was on fire for the program i was going to meetings sponsoring helping others chairing meetings leading meetings then i moved out of state and things just went stale for me! So by you sharing your experience strength and hope has helped me out tremendously and i know now by hearing your message where i need to be and what i need to be doing! Thank u so much for your words of wisdom your help your honesty and most important your willingness to do the next right thing!
Hi Matt this is a really good video you share with us, as you made the right decision to enter Betty ford at the tine you knew you needed to get help for you and not for others. You have learned to use the tools and now you are doing amazing onwards and sharing all what you have learned with us, I must admit I love listening to your talks so keep on sharing. Take care Matt, your friend Nova 🤗❤️✌🏼
Never seen Alaskan bush people and never even heard of this dude until he did a shout out to some guys daughter and he was getting all this recognition in the comments and I now see what it's all about. Love to hear people's recovery story and bettering themselves I also have a long way to go myself. This guy is just magnetic
Blessings Matt! It's so good to see you again! Your looking great & healthy! So thankful you speak out about your journey's with addiction & sharing your life in general. You might not realize how much you really help others just by your speaking up, but you really do help others by doing so. Your right we all have good qualities & in your sharing your journey's your great qualities shine through! Your very smart & intelligent & its so wonderful to see how much you continue to grow daily. Your sharing from your heart really counts & really gives others the courage to get help themselves. We know you'll keep going forward in all honesty. We're looking forward to all your videos & it's wonderful that your sharing the things you've learned from Betty Ford program. God has mighty plans for you Matt! Of course Never give up & Never surrender! (MORE)
Matt, this is such a blessing for so many. I pray that the Lord continues to guide you through this series of teaching tools. This is really some deep wisdom. Be blessed!
You're doing AWESOME Matt!! It just exudes out of you, you can see it! You're videos are so inspiring, emotional, helpful, supportive to all that need it whether that be vices of drugs & alcohol or other battles of a different nature. Please know that. We support you and are so happy for you ❤️ 🤗
You can be proud of yourself now MATT....you've come a long way and looking good my friend....stay blessed❤
You‘re so honest. Glad you got through, keep going Matt, keep moving forward, god is on your side.
So proud of you Matt and so happy for you!!😊🤗 I can tell you're happy and healthy and enjoying your life!! Keep up the great work, thank you for being you!! ❤🙏🙂🌞
Hi Matt. Glad you realized you needed help and got it... You are helping so many people... Keep being a role model for otherpeople... ❤
Hang in there Matt...Praying 🙏 from Hurricane WV
You have no idea how many people you are helping with talks like this! This is one of the videos I saved in my psychology playlist. Everybody, no matter if they struggle with addiction or not, can learn something from it! You would be an amazing counselor! Thank you, Matt! 💚👏🏼👍🏼
Thank you for sharing! It's good to see people who've been through the same stuff & pushed through the other side. You're words & knowledge are needed in this world! 🤗 You could be a youth Counsellor 😍 it's also great to hear your thoughts on a variety of topics.
Love your honesty and encouragement. I find I always reflect on your videos in deep thought. Very inspirational. Thank you and God bless xx
Terrific video Matt… I believe you found your calling in helping others through your personal experiences. Who knows there’s a person out there waiting for help. You and your videos could make a difference. Congratulations and continued success. You are the light in darkness. Later Matt
I am SO glad I found you on here!! Also glad you are doing well! You have always been my favorite from the show. I'm very proud of you! I have a very similar story, thank God I am drug free and have been for a long time. You are doing great! Keep on!
Matt, I stumbled across this video at the perfect time… I needed to hear this. I’m an addict, and have hit a point where I can’t do basic things because I feel so overwhelmed I have totally shut down. Simple things that would take 5 minutes seem so extreme that I just can’t make myself do it, but I’ll set and freak out about it for days and suffer whatever consequences for not doing it, even at the sake of my family who depend on me. Then the depression comes because I know I done this to myself and can’t quit this, or do that, cause I keep failing over and over and feel I can’t win. This was so relatable that it gave me some hope, maybe… just maybe… I can eventually find me again and quit being a let down and failure. Much love man, hope you’re well.
I'd love to listen to your recovery videos. You have a great way of explaining your story and how you continue to apply what you've learned. Have a great day❤️
Hi Matt, I'm so proud of you for deciding to stay longer at Betty Ford that last time, it really helped you, but you are the one that made it a success in how you are doing today. That took courage, strength, determination, and many other things to accomplish what you set out to do! Congrats, you did it!! God bless your heart, keep up the great work! It's great that you are going to help others!! Your friend, Susan ❤️🙏👌👍🤗
You are a great speaker, counsler and teacher Matt!🌟 The way you tell it, I can totally relate!💯 I'm sure other alcoholics/addicts can also relate as well bc we've all gone down "that" road of suffering.
I love your words said. Keep going strong my brother in Christ!
Love You!
Matt this was amazing. Really proud of you for sharing this, and also all the hard work of REHAB. Looking forward to more videos like this.
Wow I love it seeing you open up like this and the true compassion in you eyes and the heartfelt words you have spoken just blew me away. I can truly tell that you genuinely want to help other people by sharing you own experiences. Your an amazingly awesome person never forget that . Great men don't just come along every day but you are one please remember that always.
You are lucky you survived meth addiction, most get hooked the first time and it drags them to hell after. To break free from that addiction is nothing short of a miracle.
Matt you are missed so very much! I'm so proud of all your hard work and dedication towards your sobriety. Sending you much love, hugs and support! Chin up buttercup things will get easier and better 💖
Matt, Sending Blessings and Love to you for your recovery. Congratulations on your journey and what a wonderful testimony. My daughter and son-in-law are also recovered addicts. My daughter is now in college taking classes to help others going thru addiction recovery.
Hey Matt, I applaud you so much for being open and sharing your past experiences. Also it's great that you have turned your life around in such a positive way. You are an awesome, kind and caring human being and it's great to be able to follow you on your journey. God bless you Matt, Never give up, Never surrender.
Thank you Matt for sharing the experience and knowledge you've gained. I've found it very interesting and i know your helping lots of people through your sharing, including me xx
Por favor, no cambies esa alegría espontánea que te caracteriza. Eres auténtico y original.
Yes make your bed. Because you are worth it. Stay pointed in the right direction. The creativity come during the mundane chores. Be kind to yourself. Celebrate the accomplishments in the right ways ..not destructive. ❤️ to you all. MATT YOU'RE AWESOME 👌
We’re all pushing for your success 💜💯
Matt, I really love how mentally organized you are. That will be one of my goals. I think your videos are going to help me alot. I was also the one that wanted to be the golden addict.. 15 years clean.. I'll be here watching your videos.. thx buddy
Thank you Matt for sharing your recovery. I lost my son last year due to alcohol abuse. ❤️🙏🏻
Thanks Matt! Your videos of recovery and just living your life are so authentic. Please keep this up. I appreciate you and I feel many others do too
You are great in teaching what you have learned. You also are a great encourager and lots of good wisdom in what you learned. Keep the videos coming I look forward to your videos and on Instagram in what you have been doing! Blessings to you!
Hi Matthew!👋 You make so much sense! So much of what you speak of applies to life recovery, as you have pointed out before. I am so happy for you that you have come to a point in your life where you can help others through your videos and experiences🤗. Hearing you speak is inspiring to me, my friend! like a breath of fresh air🌌! It takes so much courage, bravery and confidence to get to where you are and I'm proud/happy/excited/all the good and positive affirmations for you! I have suffered from worry/anxiety/bad bad depression for most my life. Everything you say applies to recovery from negative life experiences like you point out. I still struggle a lot with depression at times, but I'm also confident and have to use tools to sooth myself and get better when those things happen. Life is like a epic journey, not always positive, not always happy, but I feel like with positive people in our lives, who are for US, and with God's hands we can make a positive life for ourselves, and learn how to deflect the bad or sad things in life. I hope that makes sense🤗! Many blessings to you my friend, I really appreciate you and your videos! God bless you, my friend! -Lisa 🌸from the Palmetto State 🌴🤗✝️✝️
As for experience I recognize what you say, Addicts can only cure when THEY WANT TO DO SO! Congratulation for finally have taken the decision! Unasked advice... What you need know ( And you might already have it) is "Purpose" in life, once you have it you will recover your self worth (even more than you think you had) Then comes the hard part but the most rewarding... Mending broken ties!
It might sound not sound too appealing right now but "Family" is what at the end... is all we really truly have! Keep healing and getting better my friend Matt.
"Nailing down one little thing at a time." Sounds so simple, yet it is so vital and key in Recovery. Thank you for sharing. You are making a positive difference. Many blessings to you.
Hey Matty.. Thank you for doing these vlogs.. Im in a pretty scary place right now re addiction to Opioids & other pain meds due to awaiting spinal surgery & I know how tough its going to be to hopefully get off them when Im done . The real scary thing is that Im still in pain, but I just take the drugs as they do in a way, lighten it, like make me feel like time slightly distant from the pain for a while. Your vlogs give me hope that I can get through this. You are such an inspiration to so many of us out there. Much Love friend Take care Mx
Have you tried Suboxone?
@@donmajikjuan9997 Yeah I'm on Buprenorphine patches (Suboxone) as well as liquid morphine & ( cetaminophen , & buprofen ) Plus a few beers if I want to do anything :(
@@melodydonnallie6471 your method of recovery is jacked!
@@ami3436 Damn Ami
Wow Melody, you are exactly where I was almost 8 months ago. I know how you feel! My spine surgery was on Dec 1st. The pain meds didn't really help the pain...it did other things to take my mind off the pain...it wasn't good, after taking it for a while it was like my brain needed it to function at times...it wasn't good at all. It was a slow process after the surgery to recover...man though that back pain is truly awful, I spent my days in tears and unable to move. its hard to talk about. Addiction doesn't judge..that's for sure. Many blessings to you Melody! I get you! 💕💕
Self healing after addiction is a hard road and can only be walked by the one walking it. No two journeys are the same. Learning to love yourself and understand your selfworth is a transformative process! It really does change your wave length and what you value. I enjoy your positive attitude and when I'm feeling down I watch one of your adventures. It gives me back my hope. Stay positive and thank you for the heartfelt content!
Matt you would make a good father!
I have learned there is no chemical solution for a spiritual problem ....It took me years to learn but I know they want to always label us it's easier for society to put us in those neat little boxes...life is hard and humans try to cope with pain whether it be physically or mentally ...but keep the course and just work on yourself ....thank you for sharing ...I'm sober 13 yrs ...but I did relapse when i got the right support around me I was successful! God Bless I'm praying for you! Forever Gratefully Recovered Human !
Remarkable journey, now helping other's avoid the pitfalls.
Thank you, Carol!
To see what you have achived is amazing Matt :D I am so proud of you :D remember not all Hero where cape,and you are one :D Never forget that,you innspire alot of pep out there :D Never give up and never surrender :)
I am very proud of what you have become it's not easy do what you did which is to better your self and your life
Hi Matt, you are on a very good path and I think your strategy for dealing with the adversities of life is very good. Sometimes it's the little things that get us back on track. Even if it's just washing dishes 😉. Keep up the good work and I think it's very powerful that you share your thoughts with us.🌞
Thanks for sharing the knowledge that you have. You're doing well Matt. You should be proud of yourself. God bless you and keep you strong.
I live my life with "little victories," and they all add up. Congratulations on your recovery!!
Hi Matt. Nice to see you on yt! It is really nice meeting "you", the new and improved you, on here. Congratulations on your sobriety and congratulations on finding yourself. Indeed, youve had a very long, lonely, painful journey. Im so impressed of how far youve come. Prior to finding you had a yt channel, I had been watching all of you and your family - Alaska Bush People videos, one after the next, the prior two weeks. In those videos I saw a man who had a very tough home life. Not everyone could have overcome all you went through and experienced, as a child, a young adult and man. You are that one percent - who are successful in overcoming your addictions and the past, and - successful in finding the real you, the person you deserve to be and were meant to be all along. And your living the new life that you deserve, finding that inner peace, the love, the joy, happiness, just being your own unique self! And allowing yourself to appreciate YOU, AND who you are NOW. Seemed you were often judged, in your life as the oldest child, and that's very tough and unfair on any person. Agree with you, your environment in those times was very harsh. I don't know how you overcame it all, but I am so glad and thsnkful that you have and will continue to grow and move forward in a much more positive light and path. I'm older than your momma, but younger than your da was, so I'm in between their two ages. I believe your da is smiling for you, and yes, I believe he see's you, hears you, and he is so proud of you, and he gets it, now. You've come so very far, got the help you so desperately needed, wanted and - look at you now! You're the person and man any father would be so incredibly proud of. It's true. I'm proud of you and so many including others on your channel are proud of you. I'm glad you are sharing the new you - on here. You are a breath of fresh air, really. You have such a good heart, and soul, and it shows. Thank you. Best wishes! And Merry Christmas!
Great vlog Matt! All the very best for your journey. I hope you reach lots of people with your realness and honesty. Go well Dear Matt. 💜
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I know you are helping people.. Good to see you happy and healthy buddy !!!
Hi mate it's mark. That wos an excellent video. Has always you explained everything that an addition is and how most of us do understand. NOW lol you are becoming a fantastic friend that people can TRUST and respect. VERY well PUT Matt. LIKE always keep doing good things WITH your job. AND KEEP well. YOUR friend Mark. 😆✌👍👍👊👊💪
Wow ty brother. GREAT lessons to live by. You reminded me why I subscribed to you in this video, and that’s not to say the other videos aren’t my favorite already 🙏 I remembered I loved the line of thought you come at life with these days, and I share similar views as you. Keep the light!
Hi Matt 🙋♀️
This is my second attempt to comment (the other one got lost in a dark hole 😅🙈🙄)
This is wonderful recovery video 👍👏 It's been a while, however they are always welcome 🤗 I can identify with so much of what you said :) I went to rehab just once and it was to please other people 🙄 I was aware my life was unmanageable, and why. I just didn't think rehab was the answer🤷♀️🤔 I did my 30 days and all I really got from my stay was that I was NOT TO DRINK 🚫🤷♀️ We were never taught the psychology of addiction or given any life tools to use 🙈 Looking back, it was just a quick fix rehab ( speedy and effortless)! Not being prepared for life OUTSIDE rehab, I relapsed after a year 🙁 Luckily, I had one thing that kept me going, GETTING BACK UP 🆙⬆️ I could have stayed down having my "pitty party" 🤷♀️ If I had, I wonder where I would be now 🤔 Not in a good place I think 😔 My life was taking a nose dive also 🛩 🔥
Your trip to Betty Ford not only saved you, but many others, like me!! 🙏 Your experience, tools and showing me HOW in a relatable way, gave me HOPE :) I had been relapsing and getting sober for SO LONG it felt like a circle of failure ⭕ 🙈 "Will this EVER STOP🤦♀️" Now, after 1 year, 4 months and 24 days, I can BE PROUD of how far I've come 💪☺️ I've taken your tools 🧰⚒ that work for me and discovered new tools that work also! 🎶🎤 I'm aware of my triggers, avoid situations that are not healthy for my recovery (people, places & things) 🛑 For me, things are difficult living a life that's unpredictable and stressful 🤦♀️😱😳 Having adapted the tools, changing my thinking and constantly repeating what works, my life is managable 🙏 It's a constant work in progress, however using what works for me makes this journey less daunting 🙌💪 Taking baby steps every day 👣 and as you said "nailing down one little thing at a time" is the way forward for me 🔨 I've said this before AND I'll say it again 😊 Thank you for showing me the way and walking along this journey called life 🤜🤛✌️ Kudos to you 😊✌️👊
Take care Matt 👋
Your friend, Yvonne 🍀 J.3.16 🐑
Praise Jesus Matt, you give hope to people who are struggling to quit thinking they cannot do it. Then they see you overcome all obstacles! Way to go! Praise Jesus!
One of the best videos on recovery out there thank you
I'm not an addict but this video has helped me look at my mental health a different way. Thank you matt and so glad your doing well.
I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you, friend. :)
Glad to see you in recovery Matt!
And what great words of wisdom! Thank you!
Hey matt. I'm glad you're doing better bud. I was worried about ya man. You remind me of a friend I had who passed. I'm glad you're living now.
Matt you are so inspiring and I appreciate you sharing what you've learned along the way. When you talked about fast forwarding through the day it hit home hard for me although I don't drink or use drugs. I do mentally shut off and find mindless things to occupy myself and I smoke way too many cigarettes because I know when I'm smoking nobody will be around. I disgust myself. And I'm an about to be 58 year old woman. You make me feel lije there is hope to be a better person which I try to do every day. I feel like I fail most days and I'm grateful for God's mercy and forgiveness and remind myself daily that He does indeed love me too. Thank you for sharing friend. J 3:16
Thank you for sharing.. its nice to see more share their recovery. I am an alcoholic and just over 10 years sober but still struggle even after all this time. It's nice to get new tips and tricks on staying sober. Much love and peace. 💖
Love your adventures Matt , that was a real nice dedication at the end .
So much love angel stay well am always here to talk xxxx
Best of luck in your recovery.
Love you Matt.you make so much sense to me.iam in that place .just don’t have the luxury of rehab.but i am listening.please keep speaking.love your words.
So proud of how you are doing now and that you continue to work on things and improve. It's not easy changing and facing our issues, it is painful and people who have not been through that don't understand. It hurts to have people, and especially family, when they keep seeing us through a lens of past mistakes instead of where we are today. Keep remembering you are precious in God's sight and He has a great purpose for your life. God Bless
I did not know you had been to rehab three times but if that's what it took for you then I'm glad you did it you seem like a changed man but you're still my favorite out of the Brown family I'm glad you're better now and I'm glad you're making these videos thank you so much good luck
As always Thank u Matt for being so honest n open not hiding it fr others... we care for you..
SO PROUD of you!!!!!
Glory to God! your who he said you are.keep going Matt
Love 💖 you Matt Love 💖. Your in a better place now and you’ve got many, many friends with you on your new journey. ❤❤❤❤🏴🙏💖🇬🇧😇🇬🇧🏴🙏
Hey Matt as usual huge huge fan sad i felt so badly for you when you had this excitement to play santa claus for your nieces and nephews and that you weren't allowed to see or be around them and when i watched you sitting on a log at your old campsite after leaving CA i felt your pain when you said " changing and growing hurts " and trust me i know exactly what your feeling but the loss of your dad, and seems your siblings for maybe we all dont know what all went down some of it we know but only you and they and mom and dad know what hurt me for you is that family regardless under the drug and alcohol addiction makes people unlike who they really are the whole process needs support were all your family here and so glad not only that you have used your video education in your video's their all amazing i love the mountain i feel your excitement in the cabin searching on adventures , when we listen to you opening up about being in love for well other channels say who she was and that it was unhealthy i only hope your relationships are personal we all have those relationships that are not healthy but you said how much you loved her and how unchildish she was but it upset me because i want to hear trust and believe your Faith in GOD, and trust is a huge part when your using this platform to share about addiction and lessons being used from Betty Ford i guess parts of your past will remain in your personal heart storage , but if what im hearing is true i pray that you go foward now and only allow those who are healthy for you in all area's even with your love heart to keep going foward Matt your touching so many people thank god i have never had to deal with such a horrible walk but i am glad that i can deal with your recovery trustworthy journey there will be many other woman who are on your Godly walk that are healthy keep choosing new friendships carefully you earned it i want to take everything you share with us as truth.. And i do hope that that one special woman comes into your life to love you God has your back .... proud of you Matt, keep being strong and a positive leader. and i pray that your family believes in your growth soon true love should regardless have your back i know we do
Great self actualization!!! Good for you. I was raised by an addict and get in the same rut sometimes and I work my process in small workable chunks as well.
Betty Ford??? wow you were in the best place ever...Im so glad you did so now you got a grip on your own destiny..
Matt, your a good man, great story teller, great 🎥 many talents! Praise Jesus!