I am a recovering addict. September 27th was 10 years clean and sober. I feel the pain of ALL the addicts and the bottom of the barrel and there’s no lower!! I am just glad I had a child and a baby daddy who cared enough to get me and convince me I am worth something and I am someone who is loved and cared about… I am sending my love higs and well being vibes to them all!!
She is right about one thing, forgiveness is for you, not the person who wronged you because if you don’t forgive, it will eat you up little by little.
She said the home invasion was "the right choice at the time." But then she said she had regrets. How do you actually regret something but say it was the right choice. She's a bad person trying to sound good.
Forgiving doesn’t mean reconciling! It’s letting go of the heavy burden so that you can walk lighter. It’s not giving anymore headspace or time processing it over and over.
I work in mental health and addiction and many clients that have had extensive therapy tend to tell stories in a really detached way if they haven't done the work... I hope she gets to a good place mentally
I know nothing about hard drugs life but as I listen to her, she has all the right answers and still makes repeated bad decisions. Everything is too neatly packaged. I think she is still using.
For those of you criticizing this woman, and focusing more on the riches she was claiming are really not listening to this woman’s heart wrenching story. Let’s remain focused on the courage and strength she has and the point of her story: to stay away from drugs. You guys are getting wrapped up in the extra . Lying or not (which I don’t think she is lying about anything) this woman has been through it, the least you could do is let her speak, be less critical and carry on either your day! I don’t understand the need to comment negatively, when she has already been through so much negativity. Wish her the best and carry on!!
It's like listening to a 10 yr old trying to prove what she's learned. She's emotionally stunted at 11 due to her mom getting high with her caused trauma.
It's because it makes you thin, then dry mouth rots your teeth until you lose them creating the sunken in mouth, women over pluck their eyebrows, and everyone picks at their face. Of course, it also ruins your skin and hair, which is also probably because youre not showering or eating well
Hold up...did this woman really just tell us that she prayed to god for a man who she could blow and when she found him she fell in love and married him? Good grief 😵💫
Oh well, I hate to tell you, but hospice counts every single drug, and the minute people die. They destroy those drugs in coffee grounds. Most likely, she was doing it for place to stay and inheritance But hey, what are you? You must feel better that you're dropping the dime on a complete stranger on RUclips that, literally dropped the dime on herself through her story.
I didn't even think about that. However what I saw during this interview is a person who knowns how to talk. She knows what people want to hear. She's saying all the right things yet she's doing the same mistakes over and over again. She comes across as manipulative, a bit better than others and a victim. Even though she's saying she's the one responsible for her actions she puts the blame on the men in her life, her mother and so on. Also, she's very guarded. She didn't really say anything about herself behind her walls.
@@southphillylilly Were all of the people she looked after in hospice? Didn't she look after someone in their house, also? Anyways, I don't understand why you're critical of the OP because you also say she looked after those people for a place to stay and inheritance. What's the difference between what she said and what you said? Both of your statements are about her doing this out of egoistical reasons and not out of a good heart. Right?
@@southphillylilly Also, when people go on here being interviewed, should it not be allowed to comment on these people? Must all comments just be roses and rainbows? Reality is that many of these people have done horrible things! You'll probably argue that she knows that better than anyone else. Yes, so she says. However, her actions show different. If she was clean for THIRTEEN years and still chose to use again, even with all the knowledge and self insight she claims to have - I'm sorry but then we're allowed to say something about it.
I get SO tired of hearing, “everything happens for a reason.” I disagree and believe everything is down to luck, good and bad. I believe the Universe is random.
Sometimes, NA is the worst - a place where addicts find other addicts to use with, or to just use. There absolutely are some NA members who do well and stay clean and help others, but for the most part, a room full of addicts at many different levels of recovery is a dangerous thing especially for someone new to recovery. AA is a better environment, but many AA members sadly do not tolerate drug addicts. I went to AA as an addict but did not tell a soul i was there to stay clean from drugs. Oddly enough, alchohol was not a problem for me. But AA helped me immensely with my drug addiction problems.
How can doing a home invasion be "The right choice at that time." She can say she has remorse or regrets, but that statement shows her level of regret. She's a bad person who traumatized someone severely.
This is a very flawed view of reality. Most people aren't innately evil. She was on the wrong path but she is on the right one. Sure you have to trust her testimony but like if you're not gonna, then why do u watch....
She talks Freedom my hope is that she finds Recovery. Her Story rings a bell. after over 10years of Alchohol abuse and the whole package that comes with it. Also from the San Fer Valley to the streets of Skid Row. on Oct 5,2017 i landed in Tarzana Treatment Center,(SFV & LBC). i found Recovery. her journey reminds me that its not over and that i need to work on my recovery like my life depends on it. A Day at a Time.I remain Sober till this Day., I Wish You the Best Edna with much Respect. Thank you Mark
I’m glad you are here. You are somebody. You love , you laugh , you have medical issues and you are loved but most importantly you are starting to love yourself. I’m sure that you will find happiness and believe that you deserve love and affection. I love you very much !!
Hi Mark, this comment is off topic. If you see this I just wanted to let you know that your photography is amazing and stunning. It is exceptional work and so enjoyable to view. If one day I can afford to do so I will buy your book if I can find one. Please keep pursuing your art because you have a real gift and talent. Cheers Blkcat
I don’t believe she had all those cars and such a lavish lifestyle just doesn’t make make sense that people would leave that kind of money to a drug addict
Her dad’s in prison? Explains it all. She clearly has no idea how to live a normal life. She’s so cavalier about absolutely INSANE activities. No drugs No prostitution No people in your life that do those things Get a JOB Pay bills Therapy
You can tell that she’s been through it and maybe the fact she’s repeating everything she’s heard in treatment can be a good thing. At least she’s retaining some of that positive information she’s getting in the facilities. No Judgment on my end, I’m also a recovering addict. I’m in a MAT program and I have nearly 5 years in recovery. My heart is still with all the addicts stuck out there and the recovering addicts too because I know how addiction can lead you to dark places.
Its the constant checking that you are believing her that gets me! Genuine people don’t hold eye contact like this but tend to look at the camera as little as possible. She is very manipulative and the fact it sounds as if shes being interviewed for a movie part makes everything she says very unbelievable. I get very strong narcissist vibes.
@zacharyhester6241 I stopped the video like 5 times to make sure it was the video and not my car or a car next to me. I rolled down the window to listen too
Wow!! She is extremely well spoken and insightful! She could easily be an inspirational speaker. So intelligent. A little beautiful Yoda. I’m rooting for you, Edna!!!
I really can't tell if there's a lot of fiction in this story or not because I see her pain, and it looks genuine to me. It is palpable. And it sounds true that her parents had addictions. And that because of their addictions, she was guided by nothing really. If it weren't for a caring, parental adult in my childhood, I would have wilted and who knows how far down I'd have sunk. We are not all created strong. I wish we all had at least one caring, dignified, decent adult to raise us. I'm sure, she didn't. So I can understand the outcome.
First think I thought when she said all the right things, all the things you learn to say in prison, in programs and so on, is that I don't even believe she's clean now. And boy, was I right. I have a few days clean, she said in the end. Translation, she haven't smoked today. She says all the right words but keeps doing the opposite over and over and over. To me she comes across as manipualative and somehow better than others. But then again maybe that's just a typical meth or crack user.
you're not wrong I see all the things you see and we're not the only ones. For me it's probably because I myself am an addict in long term recovery and I've seen and heard this all before so many times. Hell I've done the same thing
Wow……I love this lady……..love how she took accountability for her bad “choices”…….as I previously stated MOST addicts KNOW that what they are doing is wrong….❤
The sky was Bible black in Lyon When I met the Magdalene She was paralysed in a streetlight She refused to give her name And a ring of violet bruises They were pinned upon her arm. Two hundred francs for sanctuary and she led me by the hand To a room of dancing shadows where all the heartache disappears And from glowing tongues of candles I heard her whisper in my ear "'J'entend ton coeur" I can hear your heart...Marillion. Goid Luck Edna ❤.
I’m impressed by Miracle/Edna. While she describes the backdrop of situations regarding her actions, she ultimately accepts responsibility for her bad decisions & doesn’t blame others. Other people have commented that her narrative seems ‘rehearsed’ & ‘fabricated,’ - & maybe it is - but I feel that at least most of this is genuine. In any event, I hope she rediscovers the positive momentum she had at the end of her prison sentence & finds a job in the animal care industry- mutual benefits for animals & for her. She deserves a better life. Wishing her all the best.
It’s called the “the butterfly effect.” And you are so lovely to listen to and you’re amazing. I know what you mean. “wherever you go, there you are.” ❤️
I really like her she’s smart woman and she accepts her responsibility and admits her wrong I like her want nothing but the best for her I support her new life wish her the best she focus on her health
Ditto! Great minds think alike! I pulled the comments up to see if I was the only one that questioned the majority of this "story"... there was a lot of questions in my mind. 😊😊
Damn. I’d really want to tell my story. Tell about the struggles I went through as a child and a teenager living with a parent with an addict. Also the struggles I have now with my addictions as an adult, but sadly I live in Finland.
Not all people who were abused or neglected as a child wind up in this type of life. A lot of people use it as fuel to propel themselves out of the situation they are in.
edna repeatedly mentions the need to love yourself. trouble is, you can't love yourself if you feel like you haven't been loved. you have no frame of reference for love. which is why we need to be able to receive god's unconditional love.
Forgiveness is not a prerequisite for personal growth in this manner nor is it a requirement for you to step in the right direction for your own peace. Recognition however is. Understanding your victimization is. Do not mistake forgiveness for progress. You can evolve and leave those who hurt you behind you without lending them your forgiveness and your heart. Don’t set their minds at ease with your magnanimous nature. Let them fight their battle like you fought yours. Don’t seek revenge but don’t seek to heal them. Heal yourself.
Keep moving forward, Edna. You got this. It sounds like you take accountability. Maybe you can help others, which might help you too. Love that you love animals. Start your own grooming business. You can do it. Think outside the box. Maybe mobile grooming. Take it to them until you can afford your own office.
Has there been any recent contact with the Whitakers since the hurricane? So many small towns/villages have been wiped out, I'm concerned for their safety
Girl, it’s ok to seek help for your medical issues/addiction/ptsd! God blessed people with knowledge and medicine….. not seeking medical assistance is just absurd.
They just wanna get you on THEIR drugs, cold turkey and sweat is the best way to get off the shit. Pack a bag and get away from EVERYONE in your life and go through the fight alone. It’s how I did it.
I understand the Dr being a trigger . I was addicted not only to shooting up meth but the needle it's self was a whole separate addition for me . I'm a type 1 diabetic who has to take shots every single day its different though when you have the needle going through your vein it does trigger something that could make you vulnerable and make you want to use the needle again
8:15 let me just whip out my BS card right quick. "We had a Maserati, an Aston Martin, a BMW..." No. No, you didn't. This must be the "lost grip on reality" people are mentioning regarding meth?
Poor thing... She has that fresh out of treatment/jail/hospital thing going on. There's a zero percent chance of her staying clean without intensive care.
Girl you sound like you are very smart and you have alot of strength!!! Use the tools you have learned in your life your recovery tools stay clean!!! You can have a better life! You said you are a believer then you know Jesus loves us and paid it all and you know he wants us to have a better life surrender
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I am a recovering addict. September 27th was 10 years clean and sober. I feel the pain of ALL the addicts and the bottom of the barrel and there’s no lower!! I am just glad I had a child and a baby daddy who cared enough to get me and convince me I am worth something and I am someone who is loved and cared about… I am sending my love higs and well being vibes to them all!!
Thank you God bless you 💛
Id like to see an update on her in 6 months just to see. I can imagine how hard it is to stay clean in skid row. Praying she can make it through!
I’m having a hard time taking this lady serious. It’s like she’s reciting something she read out of a NA book. I wish the best for her. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I hope she can stay clean. She seems pretty self aware and sensible.
She is right about one thing, forgiveness is for you, not the person who wronged you because if you don’t forgive, it will eat you up little by little.
It's the hardest thing to do forgiveness.
@Night-op7zf, I certainly know.
very well put ❤
Nope. Not one person is required to forgive to heal. Stop doing that.
Correct
I appreciate her honesty and her accountability shows a lot of growth!
I hope some of that growth translates to action!
You obviously didn't listen.
Or you don't know addiction.
Didn't she even say she prostituted just recently?
Yes I hope her victim knows how sorry she is and she regrets it gets some peace both of them
She’s saying the right words. I hope she’s telling the truth.
💯🤥
She said the home invasion was "the right choice at the time." But then she said she had regrets. How do you actually regret something but say it was the right choice. She's a bad person trying to sound good.
@@GeckoMom75then at the end she said she has no regrets
EXACTLY!! A LOT of catch phrases
Forgiving doesn’t mean reconciling! It’s letting go of the heavy burden so that you can walk lighter. It’s not giving anymore headspace or time processing it over and over.
I work in mental health and addiction and many clients that have had extensive therapy tend to tell stories in a really detached way if they haven't done the work... I hope she gets to a good place mentally
Very detached I agree
I know nothing about hard drugs life but as I listen to her, she has all the right answers and still makes repeated bad decisions. Everything is too neatly packaged. I think she is still using.
😅😅😅
Meth has the highest relapse rate of any drug, it's like 5% of users that get clean forever
That’s what someone sounds like who has been in and out of AA/NA a million times over the years
She's a legend in her own mind.
I completely agree. If 10 percent of this is true, I'd be shocked.
She is also a miracle !!!! 😂
Too crazy of a story to believe.
For those of you criticizing this woman, and focusing more on the riches she was claiming are really not listening to this woman’s heart wrenching story. Let’s remain focused on the courage and strength she has and the point of her story: to stay away from drugs. You guys are getting wrapped up in the extra . Lying or not (which I don’t think she is lying about anything) this woman has been through it, the least you could do is let her speak, be less critical and carry on either your day! I don’t understand the need to comment negatively, when she has already been through so much negativity. Wish her the best and carry on!!
It's like listening to a 10 yr old trying to prove what she's learned. She's emotionally stunted at 11 due to her mom getting high with her caused trauma.
This isn’t to be rude just a long time observation, it’s amazing to me how meth has the ability to make people look the exact same
So wierd I agree it’s like Down syndrome
It's because it makes you thin, then dry mouth rots your teeth until you lose them creating the sunken in mouth, women over pluck their eyebrows, and everyone picks at their face. Of course, it also ruins your skin and hair, which is also probably because youre not showering or eating well
Like witches from paintings, by Goya.
I thought that same thing!😂
Yep, ur right. It also redesigns the mind, and meth users become convincing non realists.
Hold up...did this woman really just tell us that she prayed to god for a man who she could blow and when she found him she fell in love and married him? Good grief 😵💫
I'm a recovering addict and I'm telling you she looked after every one of those people for their meds and money 💰 I knew before she said it
Oh well, I hate to tell you, but hospice counts every single drug, and the minute people die. They destroy those drugs in coffee grounds. Most likely, she was doing it for place to stay and inheritance
But hey, what are you? You must feel better that you're dropping the dime on a complete stranger on RUclips that, literally dropped the dime on herself through her story.
I didn't even think about that.
However what I saw during this interview is a person who knowns how to talk. She knows what people want to hear.
She's saying all the right things yet she's doing the same mistakes over and over again.
She comes across as manipulative, a bit better than others and a victim.
Even though she's saying she's the one responsible for her actions she puts the blame on the men in her life, her mother and so on.
Also, she's very guarded.
She didn't really say anything about herself behind her walls.
@@southphillylilly Were all of the people she looked after in hospice?
Didn't she look after someone in their house, also?
Anyways, I don't understand why you're critical of the OP because you also say she looked after those people for a place to stay and inheritance.
What's the difference between what she said and what you said?
Both of your statements are about her doing this out of egoistical reasons and not out of a good heart.
Right?
@@southphillylilly Also, when people go on here being interviewed, should it not be allowed to comment on these people?
Must all comments just be roses and rainbows?
Reality is that many of these people have done horrible things!
You'll probably argue that she knows that better than anyone else.
Yes, so she says.
However, her actions show different.
If she was clean for THIRTEEN years and still chose to use again, even with all the knowledge and self insight she claims to have - I'm sorry but then we're allowed to say something about it.
@@leneo1731I don't believe half of what she says!😂
She sounds like she’s narrating for an audio book.
She is quite the actress.
I get SO tired of hearing, “everything happens for a reason.” I disagree and believe everything is down to luck, good and bad. I believe the Universe is random.
Incredibly strong and self aware woman. I feel proud watching this for you
Sometimes, NA is the worst - a place where addicts find other addicts to use with, or to just use. There absolutely are some NA members who do well and stay clean and help others, but for the most part, a room full of addicts at many different levels of recovery is a dangerous thing especially for someone new to recovery.
AA is a better environment, but many AA members sadly do not tolerate drug addicts.
I went to AA as an addict but did not tell a soul i was there to stay clean from drugs. Oddly enough, alchohol was not a problem for me.
But AA helped me immensely with my drug addiction problems.
Yup. That’s where my loved one made his best connections for his DOC
Despite the fact that alcohol is a hard drug lmao
How can doing a home invasion be "The right choice at that time." She can say she has remorse or regrets, but that statement shows her level of regret. She's a bad person who traumatized someone severely.
This is a very flawed view of reality. Most people aren't innately evil. She was on the wrong path but she is on the right one. Sure you have to trust her testimony but like if you're not gonna, then why do u watch....
Her entire interview sounds like an often-given AA/NA meeting speech.
She talks Freedom my hope is that she finds Recovery. Her Story rings a bell. after over 10years of Alchohol abuse and the whole package that comes with it. Also from the San Fer Valley to the streets of Skid Row. on Oct 5,2017 i landed in Tarzana Treatment Center,(SFV & LBC). i found Recovery. her journey reminds me that its not over and that i need to work on my recovery like my life depends on it. A Day at a Time.I remain Sober till this Day., I Wish You the Best Edna with much Respect. Thank you Mark
I hope to be wrong, but I feel the same way.
I’m glad you are here. You are somebody. You love , you laugh , you have medical issues and you are loved but most importantly you are starting to love yourself. I’m sure that you will find happiness and believe that you deserve love and affection.
I love you very much !!
the last 6 minutes were gold. god bless, edna
She's actually pretty chill and intelligent...I pray 🙏 you find peace...
She blames everything on other people and then forgives therm... She gives me the chills!
Yeah,..I felt like her story was scripted
She's trying to act wise but has a lot to learn
💯💯
excuse me ?? Who r u to judge
Kaput alright lol 🤪🤪😂
Kudos to a survivor. Go on and flourish. Ppl respect honesty and accountability. Ppl who matter do.
Hi Mark, this comment is off topic. If you see this I just wanted to let you know that your photography is amazing and stunning. It is exceptional work and so enjoyable to view. If one day I can afford to do so I will buy your book if I can find one. Please keep pursuing your art because you have a real gift and talent. Cheers Blkcat
Thank you for helping me feel “normal “
Your story nurtures the stregnyh in me to tell my own
All my love to you❤❤❤❤
She sounds like a continuous treatment center cliche.
Why do you have to go down the negative road ? She’s probably helping others. You never know.
@@scottstuerke4560
Trust me, I know
I can tell she spent years in prison by the way she talks. Institutionalized.
I don’t believe she had all those cars and such a lavish lifestyle just doesn’t make make sense that people would leave that kind of money to a drug addict
Her dad’s in prison? Explains it all.
She clearly has no idea how to live a normal life. She’s so cavalier about absolutely INSANE activities.
No drugs
No prostitution
No people in your life that do those things
Get a JOB
Pay bills
Therapy
She sounds like she's repeating everything she was ever told by a counselor or judge. It doesn't sound natural.
Exactly what I thought. She sounds like she’s trying to convince a parole board.
I agree and I personally think she is full of it. The more dje says "I'm clean now' is a wish and not a reality
I don’t know about this one.. I reckon still in active addiction
You can tell that she’s been through it and maybe the fact she’s repeating everything she’s heard in treatment can be a good thing. At least she’s retaining some of that positive information she’s getting in the facilities. No
Judgment on my end, I’m also a recovering addict. I’m in a MAT program and I have nearly 5 years in recovery. My heart is still with all the addicts stuck out there and the recovering addicts too because I know how addiction can lead you to dark places.
Its the constant checking that you are believing her that gets me! Genuine people don’t hold eye contact like this but tend to look at the camera as little as possible. She is very manipulative and the fact it sounds as if shes being interviewed for a movie part makes everything she says very unbelievable. I get very strong narcissist vibes.
That squeaking sound in the background had me thinking something was wrong with my car 😂
😂 I kept pausing it thinking I had crickets or something in my apartment!
❤❤❤ Darn , I didn’t notice that till I read your comment, Funny 🤣
OMG glad it wasn't just me lmao, the amount of times I stopped the car lmao
@zacharyhester6241 I stopped the video like 5 times to make sure it was the video and not my car or a car next to me. I rolled down the window to listen too
Same!!! Lmao
Should've been titled "Life of Bad Influences"
Praise GOD for Edna's faith! I hope she continues to make it clean and sober. She seems to have a good heart. GOD bless her.
Dental implants > BMWs,Astons,Maserati's
😊 the automobile "story" really did it for me! 😊😊
Right
😬👍
Wow!! She is extremely well spoken and insightful! She could easily be an inspirational speaker. So intelligent. A little beautiful Yoda. I’m rooting for you, Edna!!!
She’d be a great fiction writer….
😂😂😂.....sim.....
I really can't tell if there's a lot of fiction in this story or not because I see her pain, and it looks genuine to me. It is palpable. And it sounds true that her parents had addictions. And that because of their addictions, she was guided by nothing really. If it weren't for a caring, parental adult in my childhood, I would have wilted and who knows how far down I'd have sunk. We are not all created strong. I wish we all had at least one caring, dignified, decent adult to raise us. I'm sure, she didn't. So I can understand the outcome.
Your brother is not the reason for your addiction, it's ultimately your mother's fault.
Dear Miracle, thank you for the wisdom, that forgiving is about us, not about "them"!
First think I thought when she said all the right things, all the things you learn to say in prison, in programs and so on, is that I don't even believe she's clean now.
And boy, was I right.
I have a few days clean, she said in the end.
Translation, she haven't smoked today.
She says all the right words but keeps doing the opposite over and over and over.
To me she comes across as manipualative and somehow better than others.
But then again maybe that's just a typical meth or crack user.
you're not wrong I see all the things you see and we're not the only ones. For me it's probably because I myself am an addict in long term recovery and I've seen and heard this all before so many times. Hell I've done the same thing
lots of compassion she has. Neither rehab nor jail helps
I Wish the Best For Her 🌹
She is so inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing your story.
Ooohhh its hard not to judge this one. Before the grace of God go I..
She'll be on drugs within a month, especially if she's in the game for fast money.
Wow……I love this lady……..love how she took accountability for her bad “choices”…….as I previously stated MOST addicts KNOW that what they are doing is wrong….❤
The sky was Bible black in Lyon
When I met the Magdalene
She was paralysed in a streetlight
She refused to give her name
And a ring of violet bruises
They were pinned upon her arm.
Two hundred francs for sanctuary and she led me by the hand
To a room of dancing shadows where all the heartache disappears
And from glowing tongues of candles I heard her whisper in my ear
"'J'entend ton coeur"
I can hear your heart...Marillion.
Goid Luck Edna ❤.
I’m impressed by Miracle/Edna. While she describes the backdrop of situations regarding her actions, she ultimately accepts responsibility for her bad decisions & doesn’t blame others.
Other people have commented that her narrative seems ‘rehearsed’ & ‘fabricated,’ - & maybe it is - but I feel that at least most of this is genuine.
In any event, I hope she rediscovers the positive momentum she had at the end of her prison sentence & finds a job in the animal care industry- mutual benefits for animals & for her. She deserves a better life.
Wishing her all the best.
Imagine starting to smoke crack when you’re 11, I was still playing with Legos when I was 11 😂😂
Buddy, I'm 36 and still playing with Legos 😂
Ive just come from April 22 2022 Sophie. Edits are amazing in 2024, however old skool 'Whitebelly'
It’s called the “the butterfly effect.” And you are so lovely to listen to and you’re amazing. I know what you mean. “wherever you go, there you are.” ❤️
I appreciate Miracle talking about what she allowed and her sense of personal responsibility.
She’s only 40years look and lister to her and then think is you ever want to do drugs (again)
She said at one point she’s in her 30s
I really like her she’s smart woman and she accepts her responsibility and admits her wrong I like her want nothing but the best for her I support her new life wish her the best she focus on her health
I question the truth of much of this.
Ditto! Great minds think alike! I pulled the comments up to see if I was the only one that questioned the majority of this "story"... there was a lot of questions in my mind. 😊😊
Muito pouco.....
I’m wondering the same thing she seems like a big storyteller….some of it may be truth but wow. Idk.
Great speaker.... horrible experiences. Bless her God.
You can tell she’s a really good person, I hope she finds happiness
This lady thinks every word that comes out of her mouth is profound. Reminds me of my crackhead sister.
Well it's her life story, shouldn't it be profound?
@@espyx1946 you know, that’s a fair point. From a bystander perspective it can still be a little cringe to listen to and take at face value.
True, drug addicts sound very entitled,like they have It all figure It out, enlighting humanity with their pearls of wisdom.
Intriguing 😅
Wow. My fib detector is getting quite a workout this morning. I love the part about praying to God for the ability to give a BJ, though. Nice touch!
IKR😂
I can't ignore the fact that I am skeptical, but I give her the benefit of my doubt.
She is a beautiful person. I wish all the best for her.
Damn. I’d really want to tell my story. Tell about the struggles I went through as a child and a teenager living with a parent with an addict. Also the struggles I have now with my addictions as an adult, but sadly I live in Finland.
Not all people who were abused or neglected as a child wind up in this type of life. A lot of people use it as fuel to propel themselves out of the situation they are in.
Keep going. One step at a time.
Hi too you jesus loves you and has a wonderful plan for your life your in my prayers angel 😇 from brick NJ
Shes saying all the right things, and has told this story many times. I hope it's true and believes what she's selling .🙏🇨🇦
The way she presents herself makes me a little unsettled. It reminds me of a film audition
She looks like she is 80 yrs old, I never knew crack was around then.
God love you my sister I wish you the best my beautiful sister God got you 🙏🙏🙏
If you want to have a good life, do the opposite of what she does
Thank you
Her mum let her smoke crack at 11, lady had no chance
exactly!
Start by not being born to "parents" like hers!
Hopefully she will stay sober!!🙏
She’s awesome, I wish her the best
I'm rooting for you, Edna!
edna repeatedly mentions the need to love yourself. trouble is, you can't love yourself if you feel like you haven't been loved. you have no frame of reference for love. which is why we need to be able to receive god's unconditional love.
Forgiveness is not a prerequisite for personal growth in this manner nor is it a requirement for you to step in the right direction for your own peace. Recognition however is. Understanding your victimization is. Do not mistake forgiveness for progress. You can evolve and leave those who hurt you behind you without lending them your forgiveness and your heart. Don’t set their minds at ease with your magnanimous nature. Let them fight their battle like you fought yours. Don’t seek revenge but don’t seek to heal them. Heal yourself.
Hey love your videos ❤ have you heard from the Whitakers? Pray they are safe! Just checking in from Glen Allen Va ❤
That’s right ma!!
The forgiveness is for us❤❤
Keep moving forward, Edna. You got this. It sounds like you take accountability. Maybe you can help others, which might help you too. Love that you love animals. Start your own grooming business. You can do it. Think outside the box. Maybe mobile grooming. Take it to them until you can afford your own office.
What a superstar. I adore her.
Best of luck to her. She is strong.
Did anyone do any fact checking. High rise. Bmw. Maserati
Trust funds an all😂
@@victorsweet583 lol!!!
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Has there been any recent contact with the Whitakers since the hurricane? So many small towns/villages have been wiped out, I'm concerned for their safety
A meth dealer named sleepy.😂😂😂
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Girl, it’s ok to seek help for your medical issues/addiction/ptsd! God blessed people with knowledge and medicine….. not seeking medical assistance is just absurd.
They just wanna get you on THEIR drugs, cold turkey and sweat is the best way to get off the shit. Pack a bag and get away from EVERYONE in your life and go through the fight alone. It’s how I did it.
Please tell me you have no kids !
I understand the Dr being a trigger . I was addicted not only to shooting up meth but the needle it's self was a whole separate addition for me . I'm a type 1 diabetic who has to take shots every single day its different though when you have the needle going through your vein it does trigger something that could make you vulnerable and make you want to use the needle again
8:15 let me just whip out my BS card right quick. "We had a Maserati, an Aston Martin, a BMW..."
No. No, you didn't.
This must be the "lost grip on reality" people are mentioning regarding meth?
Poor thing... She has that fresh out of treatment/jail/hospital thing going on. There's a zero percent chance of her staying clean without intensive care.
We have such similar experiences 😢❤
You can tell she’s an addict. I hope she’s ok and safe.
Too good to be true
When she said she was 40 I was begasped
Just say no.
Girl you sound like you are very smart and you have alot of strength!!! Use the tools you have learned in your life your recovery tools stay clean!!! You can have a better life!
You said you are a believer then you know Jesus loves us and paid it all and you know he wants us to have a better life surrender