ALEXANDER LUDWIG On HIS SECRET STRUGGLE WITH ADDICTION
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ก.พ. 2019
- VIKINGS Star, Alexander Ludwig, 'Bites the Bullet' to share he secretly battled with addiction for years. He talks in detail about his experience and how he was able to turn his life around.
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Even the toughest Vikings have struggled with their own demons. Love this guy, what an inspiration 👊
@@kev4076 ... Fuckin.. jus... stfu 😒
Hes refering to the real world
@@boo5274 shut up bitch
@@kev4076 lmao you removed your comment cos you're a pussy meet me behind the bike sheds after school you wet sock.
So are you going to lose weight ?
At this point I'm starting to believe that mostly everyone deals with anxiety, depression, panick attacks.
I think most at least have at one time. Theres alot of reasons to look for escape nowadays. Theres more reasons to not escape in that way. Perspective is everything
Anxiety is a thing everyone experiences. Before an exam, a public performance, or a date... It's only a pathology if it interferes with your ability to function and live your life, if you get it in moments that don't "make sense" or without any logical explanation.
@@ay_azulita oh yea I understand. that much, but I guess what I actually meant was that I've come to realize that mostly everyone is dealing with some type of mental illness. Some are aware of it and some aren't due to ignorance and lack of awareness mostly.
That's a modern world shit where we become so preoccupied with what others do ( while we don't even want to work ) and all that free time doing nothing becomes anxiety, depression, bla bla.
Not many hardworking people from the countryside or peasants must have committed suicide for stupid reasons that we are used to, not many of them even have depression because they are raised to work and to mind their own business. The more we evolve and we start working less, the more we start to "think" and the wrong way of thinking becomes depression and so on. So yeah, modern society made us these pussies that are depressed and can't do shit, but also this society can be our dreamlife.
Everyone has been anxious/depressed in their lives. It’s a normal thing it’s only made worse because people thing it’s not acceptable to be that way. Nobody is happy all the time. I know this sounds negative but Im trying to say that it’s ok to feel like that at times
I became sober when I was 24 yo, I got AIDS and I had the Epiphany, I needed to get sober. That was 32 years ago. And I'm still here. Thank you Alexander for your story. Its how we stay sober.
Who knew that Alexander is just as brave as Bjorn. You have my respect.
Alexander aka Björn Ironside has my Full Respect. He’s an amazing actor. I am proud of him for speaking out about addiction.
He's an amazing person. He's the only character in Vikings that can actually live up to Ragnar. If Vikings we're to continue he should be the lead.
Ivar would be ragnar he never meet the priest
This comment aged so horribly
JozeManu why what happened
@@larrydeleon4362 Ubbe, Ivar and Bjorn are all main charcaters that can live up to Ragnar
Well said, sir. 👍
Alexander is an inspiration to many. And brave for speaking out!
Yeah just like you!
one year later he releases a song called "let me be your whiskey"
Vikinger Absolutely 👍🏻
How do you know he is an inspiration to many
@@lukef1586 I've spoken to plenty of Alexander fans ;)
Had no idea about any of his issues. I just made 4 years sobriety off of drugs and alcohol 8 days ago. Best decision I ever made.
Well done. Here's to the next 100!
*holds up a cool strawberry smoothy.
Well done, how are you doing?
Congratulations! Proud of you
Thank you everyone for your words of kindness. I wish only the best moments for all of you!
🙏✌️
I just woke up from a coma. After an honorable career in the US Army, I took a wrong turn. Instead of opening up and talking about the demons that linger from combat, I chose to dull those tender nerves with pills and alchohol. I lost my family, my home, automobile, driver's license and honor because I didn't seek help. No, things aren't back to normal yet but after working and saving every cent for 6 months (which isnt easy being a disabled veteran) I have gotten my license back and a roof over my head. I still have no clue what new career I might pursue but at least the worst part is over and I started talking. Thank you Alexander for opening up and Biting the Bullet for letting us in. It helps more than you know. Now finish the fight. Sua Sponte'
Hey brother! Good for you! Life is tough, no joke! I understand trauma. If you ever want someone to talk to, hit me up man. 👍🏻
@@michaelhenderson3219 thanks Mike, right back at you bro.
Keep truckn mate. Gj on the recovery journey!
Thank you for your service! if it wasn't you it be me!
I'm really glad he allowed himself to be so vulnerable for all the world to see. He knew this was important enough to set aside his ego and he really opened up and I'm glad I found this.
With that mustache, Alexander looks like a young, Viggo Mortensen!
Imagine the two of them playing some medieval Role together.... Aragorn and Björn ....
Wow i can see it.
Ezekiel 3 Actual wow!! Didn’t realize till you said it but does he ever
@@metallian999 imagine travis playing in the lotr
Wow, you're right!! They look so alike
"It started going out with everybody and in the end it was just me alone, by myself, in some room not knowing where I am, waking up in a ditch..." Sounds like he was describing my life for a second, damn...
Ur not alone bro.
SO AMAZING!! So honest and raw! He turned his pain into his purpose! What a brave soul.
What a brave, mature and articulate account. He is obviously a lovely person and I am so pleased he has been able to change his life.
“All hail king Bjorn!” So crazy how so many different kind of people deal with this. Glad people find the help.
Took me until I was 40years old to beat my drug addiction, 4 years clean been the best years of my life!
No one understands when I say I don’t want to drink anymore bc it’s never “just one” at all. Once I get a taste, I have to go until I can’t anymore. Thankfully, it’s been 7 years and my kids have never seen my inability to control myself. Addiction hits so many people, love that Alexander was able to take control.
How did you stop
@@swiftyswaffyswafft the beginning of the journey was easy bc I was pregnant and then I got pregnant again. That was 2 years down but choosing to continue was my choice for them to never see me falling over or unable to stand. I couldn’t imagine the pain it would cause them, the shame or embarrassment. It’s hard when people tell me to “just have one” but I think of my kid’s faces and that stops me every time.
@@Je551kuhhh You're an amazing mother, but an even more admirable human for taking responsibilty for your own problem. Bless
@@rawhititamaki6420 thank you so much. That’s means so much!
My respects to you and your story!
I love Alexander on Vikings. I had no idea. Powerful and inspiring.
I'm 12yrs 2mo sober and it was the best decision i made in my life. I was on the verge of losing everything in my life....my wife...my daughter....my home....my job.....everything and it was at that moment when i realized i needed to wake up and change who i was....and as i said it was the single best thing i have ever done in my life! i hope and pray more people can come to terms with their own addiction and realize you can overcome it!!!!!!
“Grieving for the life I was gonna lose” Yup!
Almost 3 years sober here and although Alexander and I have different lives..we have the same story. Addiction is a real thing and wants to take us down....but the real winner is that recovery is possible. His last words “it gets better” is very true. It just takes time...one day...and then another day..and so on. Listening to this reminds me that I’m never alone in my battle of addiction/alcoholism. Thank you for being honest and real, Alexander, and for telling your truth.
This just makes me love him more
He fought a tougher battle than any he ever portrayed on Vikings. Respect
Lol
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You just spoke so eloquently and made your struggle real. Not to be condescending but as a 48 yr old mother , I am so proud of you. It must be difficult for you, especially, to live a sober life. Keep putting in the work because you are worth it. ❤🙏🏼⭐
Well done Alexander for speaking out. You're a brave man and well done for sticking at the AA meetings. Keep up the hard work x
This hit me right in the gut. Ive been struggling with addiction for most of my life. This was an inspirational look in to the mind of a recovering addict. I will start making changes in my life right now. This video was truly a blessing in my life.
I wish you well on your journey! take each day at a time
That’s so good to hear I hope the best for you
Thanks Alexander for being so honest, humble and real about life and all of its pain, and beauty. I look up to you!
Takes a lot to sit there and say what you just said, I respect that. I had a friend who called me when he was so drunk - I rushed to him to prevent him from driving, But I didn't make it on time. He got into a very ugly accident and passed the next day, till this day it haunts me maybe if I would have kept him on the phone distracting him while I rushed to him.... SMH Much respect my dude glad you did what you did to become who you are today. . Proud of you!!!
This is what taking responsibility looks like!inspiring!
"For once I've got my siblings looking up to me" 💔 So brave of him to speak out so honestly about this. This will help so many people!
I'm glad he survived his addiction. I met him once and yes he was sh*tfaced lol and he wasnt to nice. But I'm glad he survived. I wasnt much of a fan after meeting him but hearing this I get it. And happy he survived and did Vikings lol
Holy cow, crazy.
So was he just like " Im Bjorn fucking Iron-fucking-side!!!!" All drunk and slurring and big leagues you?
@@brandtsavoy6123 lol no. This was before they started filming vikings lol he wasn't Bjorn just yet
@@johnnyhavens5996 when was this?
@@jeremax09 2011/2010 I believe, i was living in south Florida at the time
He’s so brave, honest, and humble. How beautiful that he is human and telling people you can break the chains of this situation.
I want to give him a hug
That's one powerful testimony. Well done on getting sober and fighting for the life you wanted. 👏 That's very inspiring 🖒
Alexander was very courageous/brave to talk about this publicly. This must have been an extremely difficult period to go through, but I 👏 (applaud) him for coming out of this 'dark journey'. I hope this video helps others as well. My addiction was with food. Thank you, Alexander, for talking about this.
Wow, this really touched my heart. Such an inspiration! The kiss at the end and his beautiful smile made my day
This makes me cry. Thank you I needed this
So glad you made it out. Thank-you so much for this and for all you do.
This helped me Alot. Thank you for sharing this side of you.
Lost my nephew to addiction. Star athlete, straight A student, beautiful, funny, had "everything ". He tried to quit on his own without help and didn't make it. We miss him everyday. Thank you Alexander for speaking out. Wishing you every success in your journey of sobriety.
I’m sorry you lost someone so dear to you. It hurts.
@@jostewart554 Thank you so much.
I'm so sorry to read about such a heartbreaking story. Sending strength from Scotland! 💪
@@taniahunt526 Thank you so much. I hope Alexander's story will inspire others to seek help.
So proud of Alexander! such an amazing guy.. wish him the best xx
I needed to see/hear this! Getting out of a cannabis addiction now and feeling great! Thank you!
Thanks for being so brave to share your struggles with addiction!
Huge respect, even greater than before i've watched it.
I really needed to hear that, thank you!
Alexander! Thank you so much! Stay strong and take care.
You are a warrior , congratulations for everything you do
Man I have never heard you in an interview but I loved The Vikings and you were great, but I am really impressed by this video. So well spoken and honest- I think this will get through to thousands. I've so much respect respect you right now 🙏
Hi Alex. I really admire the courage to come in front of the world to share this painful experience. Everybody at some point struggled with this in their lives or if not they had someone they love that did and your story for me sounds familiar and brought out some sad memories but also impressed me. Congratulations for overcoming this and to help others to do so!
You’re so brave speaking about this so openly and wanting to help others who have experienced struggled with addiction! A very raw and moving thing to watch 🙏🏼
Raw honest and truely amazing! Not at all what I was looking for, but I’m in awe.
He’s amazing, good job I’m rooting for him ❤️
Lots of respect for opening up about this issue! It is hard enough to face ones demons and get help.... it takes a whole different kind of strength to publicly speak about it and deal with the possible consequences in order to help others! Thank you Alexander!
Thank you for sharing, Alexander!
The way he defines friendship tells us he has gone through a lot in his life#respect🙌🙌
Thank you for sharing brother
I applaud you for having the courage to tell us your store. You are strong you are brave you are an inspiration.
Thank you for such a personal and heartfelt video. I had no idea about the pain of addiction you were suffering. Thank you for telling your story Alexander.
Very inspiring man. Really happy for you. I've struggled with addiction for 15 years. Keep fighting man, I know I am.
I wonder about Travis. Every picture, he is drinking. I hope he is ok and not also struggling with addiction. Alex, you are so KIND to share this publically. There must be thousands of fans who will be encouraged to hang on and get help. I love what you say at the end, "it gets better." I fight depression. Have for almost 30 years now. And the one thing I wish someone would have told me was that "there is HOPE. Life does NOT have to be this way. It CAN get better!" ❤
Needed to hear this today. Thank you
Thank you for sharing your experiences! It takes courage to tell hard stories like this but it means a lot to those that also need help! You’re an inspiration!
Wow! This is so amazing! Your honesty is so refreshing!!! Sending you lots and lots of love. You are an inspiration!!!!
This is such a raw emotive self-declaration of how he faced his demons, so beautifully put as well xx
As a Vikings fan from the beginning and a member of AA very inspiring 25+ years for me 💜✌ Glad you're here and not out there my friend 💜
Alexander that was best ive ever heard you speak. From the heart. Put this on your FB timeliness often as a reminder to help new people often
So powerful and just changed my life!!
Such a beautiful soul. You can see how much pain hes been through in his eyes
Iam not lying this video was recommend to me the day i had to make a voice about going to rehab or not, call my psychiatrist or not and now iam convinced that that video or the world wanted to tell me something. I normally don't believe in faith or whatever but what are the odds. I'am going to rehab today thank you for making my choice easier
Alexander I’m happy to have found this video. I just finished the final episode on Vikings tonight. I am a big fan of your role as Bjorn Ironside. I found your country song which led me to this video and it’s helpful. I’m contemplating letting go of my old ways and starting a new. I appreciate your words of wisdom thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing. Wish you nothing but the best
i support you 100% there are always those that label. or those waiting for a relapse. you doing great
Wow this is awesome the way u turned your life and became Alexander Ludwig so proud of you i love u ❤️❤️❤️
Blessings Alexander...a true warrior...for all you are and do ...stay the path of the good fight .. grateful to you... thank you for sharing your story and powerful strength
Im feeling this shit. Good for you to open up. Glad you changed your ways! Im working on myself as well.
It's so amazing to see and hear about someone completely turning things around for themselves like he has. I'd never know this about him or even suspect it if he hadn't been willing to expose the worst parts of his life and himself like this. Kudos to you! And it is true, anyone can do it, you just have to want it bad enough!
Thank you for sharing❣️
I was obsessed with Hunger Games I loved your character Cato I still miss him and now I miss Bjorn
Good for you brotha. Keep fighting. Good to hear youre still working meetings. I respect anyone who stands up to this disease
This is so special, such courage he has to speak so openly. Words can’t describe how proud this makes us as fans & to be behind such a down to earth boy 🤎🤎
Thank you. It is so hard to find people of any age, but especially young, who are willing to pause and shift and be aware of their inner demons. It is hard to start looking at your fears in the face. It is the hardest to continue working over and over and over again, being consistent. letting go, growing. This is what people need in life. I am so glad to hear that there are influential people like you who have done this and who have made amazing strides. Yes. Go you. Keep going.
More power to you for being so honest.........wishing you all the best in your sobriety journey............Donna in Toronto
i ve had the pleasure of meeting Alexander quite a few times shout out to you man wherever you are hope i ll see you again in the future all the Avoca staff in Dublin say hello and best of luck
26 and went through so much in terms of addiction. Most impressed about your realization that it it a daily struggle and one should take it day by day . Wait that girlfriend is the bomb 💣. So much love ❤️
Wow, Thank You for sharing this. My respect for you as an actor, performer, and man has grown. I wish you well on your journey through life!
That was very touching. I Hand no idea what Alexander had to go through in his young life. Bravo, for this post. You are doing it right. The end of the contribution was the cherry on the cake. :-*
Big respect! Dealing with something similar if not the same and have just had enough. I could really relate to your struggle and your words have helped a lot.
what a useful and must-seen program Bite the bullet is! deserves to have more views! wish to Alex a full recovery, lots of support and strength for the up-coming battles coz this is a long road. I think that must have been quite hard to open up like this and this proves how brave he is and how much he wants to help others struggling the same thing...txs & big up from Paris ;-)
Thank you for sharing.
Love this guy. Vikings is one of my favorite ever shows and addiction is my personal demon. This means a lot to me. Thank you Alexander.
Thank you for sharing. You are such a strong person. Bless you.
What a sincere fellow. Awesome. I’ve been sober from booze for over four years and I can relate to him saying it becomes the life you want
Said every person in an AA room.. awesome ad lib talk on your experiences. Glad to hear your take and glad to see you came out the other end like me as well. God bless
Wow. I'm blown away by his wisdom and grace in dealing with his addiction, the self reflection and work that went into getting to where he is now is very admirable. This video has helped me understand the addicts and recovered addicts in family. What he said about it impacting loved ones and how we are all humans with our own issues had me in tears. Thank you for doing this. Much love and respect ❤️
It means so much to see someone else struggling like I do and beating it. I can only hope
Wow I had no idea, thanks for sharing. So proud of you young man.
Such a great person to listen to. Alexander, let the better part of you, the sober part, be your "SHIELD WALL!"
Such a vulnerable moment 🧡
This is so relateable! Its the same story for me. It took lockdown for me to realise how much i was drinking and partying and how much better i feel waking up not hungover. Lets hope i can carry on like this!
I admire Alexander so much it takes a lot to admit you have a problem. I have suffered so much from depression, anxiety and panic attacks. I think it's so easy to loose your self in life. Alexander you should be very proud of yourself. I'm proud to say I'm one of your biggest fans. Keep up the good fight. Sending you a tin of love 💘
# Forvever Your Biggest Fan❣❣
Thank you for sharing. Very inspiring. I’m glad you got ahold of your life and realized you had a problem and wanted to change your life. I thank because you are so talented it would have been a shame for you to have taken a different route. Much love and respect to you.