@@alexurban6398 I unfortunately fell off man, but I am back at 4 days now. It’s another start of another journey. I’ve been watching more of Chris’s speeches and some other guys too. My family is behind me and I just want to do my best for them.
Chris changed my life. I watched Unguarded a Dozen Times and read his book. I had my 3 Sons watch at 14, 12 and 11 yrs old watch it and I talk to them all the time about Drugs an alcohol. It is a Dead end. Kids never think it will be them. My sister died at 37 who had a masters degree but could never hold a Job. From pills to Cocaine to Heroin. My Parents are a Mess over it. It ruined them for life. I didn’t start until my mid 30’s Never got into into drugs in High-school or years after bc my father talked to me all the time. A back surgery led to a 14 yr addiction to drugs and alcohol and after seeing Unguarded. I am the Man my Wife Married bc I was out of control and literally Dying ! Kids. Anyone offers u anything, walk away and stay away from them. Their not friends and will end up respecting U for it. Believe Me ! Peace !!!
Best part about him is he doesn't just speak. If theres somebody hurting at a speech he's giving he will take time to talk to them and even stay in touch after and help them get help. I saw it in action before
Agree, I grew up on warren ave, and I would watch him play at Pulaski park as a young kid..... Unbelievably talented.... If he had stayed clean he could have been the next Larry bird
This man is unbelievably courageous....I can remember watching him play with the Nuggets and the Celtics. Good player and he was fierce. Better yet, he is a greater person talking to millions around the country about his struggles with addiction and all of the misfurtunes he endured personally and professionally. GOD bless you Chris and thank you for your work, bringing awareness and prevention techniques to help many obstain from alcoholism and drug use.
I wish I had a video of when he came to talk to my school. It was more heartfelt and almost everyone was crying. In Fact he even tweeted my school was the best and most respectful school he had been to. WHS!! He really touched us all!
Amazing. Gave me incredible anxiety as his story is somewhat similar. Brought back a lot of bad memories, but sometimes it’s good to remember. Keep up the great work, Chris.
I am a drug and alcohol counselor in CT , and part of my groups sessions i always play Chris Herrens documentary and is definately a attention grabber my clients love it !!!! I wish he would come to CT would love to go to one of his talks !!!! EXCELLENT, AMAZING ❤
God bless you my brother. I am 8 years sober and every day is a new day. One at a time. Good luck to those of you who want to remain sober. You can do it!!
Chris you don't know me. I am from southern Mass myself. I don't drink or do drugs. I will say this...I am happy for you and proud of you. You don't know me but yet I am still proud of you my brother. Stay strong . Love
This dude is my idol. 2 1/2 years clean off all mind altering substances. Spent the vast majority of my 20s stealing from family, lying to everybody and becoming a shell of my former self specifically so I could inject heroin. That was my life. Everyday. Wake up , scrape together 20 bucks and pray to god I could get a ride to the plug somehow. What a miserable existence. Even overdosed with my daughter with me. Today I have 50/50 custody of my 7 year old and I’m expecting a set of twins in October 2023. God is good.
Chris’ story is wild. It’s amazing what he’s become. Very inspiring. I have been sober from opiates for 6 years. I have two amazing children and a beautiful loving wife. You can get through the shit dark days and find a good life!
@Titus Finnegan I got a guy that can hack ANY device all he needs is the phone number or email and he can basically mirror your phone. Same technology law enforcement uses. He has already done like 5-6 phones for me. Charges me $50 each time which is a very good price.
I love your message Chris Herron. You came to my school today and I was so touched by your message. I goo ok to Southmont High School and I Wisb you would come every year
God bless you Chris love the powerful testimony and how you turn your life around we went to high school together I was about a year behind you you are awesome ball player God bless you.
Would love to meet this guy someday. His talks have always been inspirational and uplifting for me. I admire Chris and his brother in the highest regard.
As a former heroin and cocaine addict, this really hits home. Chris was one of my favorite players when he was in college, I'm so happy he got his life together
Chris is a great person and a great inspiration- I played against him and with him & HE is the best player that has ever come from Massachusetts & #project purple
he recently came to my school and he was such an inspiration to me! Greatest person ive ever met! He was at my school Tuesday night and wednesday morning im NEVER going to forget those 2 days!!!
I can relate to your story chris and i appreciate you for sharing your testimony with these kids who have a bright future and hopefully doesn't make the same mistakea we made
That Fresno State team was so loaded-Melvin Ely Courtney Alexander, Skip-T0-My-Lou, Tremaine Folks, Chris Herron. It was like UNLV West. I remember Chris Herron stealing the ball and coming down on the break against Hawaii, in Honolulu. He went up so high, cupped it , and slammed it on our shooting guard Alika Smith. Then he checked if Alika was alright and helped him up.. Right then, I knew that this guy was going pro. He had that toughness. He was great! Too bad he carried around all that shit (addiction). Seems like his life would make a great movie. Then again, he might relapse. Ugh!!!!
Dont forget Rafer Alston and chris Jefferies I think his name was. Probably the most talented team not to even make the tournament in college basketball history should have been competitive for the national title but never even won the western athletic conference tournament definitely underachieved as a team.
my cuz just died a few weeks ago from a heroin overdose.. he started shooting up when he was 14 in b-more county.. finally caught up too him at age 35.. he did 16 months in prison and was out for 2 months... this new shit kills you.. its not just heroin anymore but extremely strong tranquilizers that take you out. his autopsy came back and the list of diseases where ridiculous (hep C, heb B, HIV, etc) his suffering is finally over and its was the only funeral i ever went to that i almost felt relief for the dead. the scary thing is that he looks like me. i love drinking, and im not gunna lie and say i dont think cocaine is a hell of a drug,, but heroin and opiates SCARE THE FUCK OUT OF ME.. this type of shit right here is why i will never try it.. this is a lucky guy right here for now, but i have a horrible feeling that drugs will take him, and i think he knows too..
Iposted my my text without reading the comments. Shame on you! Shame on you haters! Focus on yourself. Dont hate someone who did the work. Do the work.
I celebrated 5 years Friday. I’m also a public speaker who shared his story to inspire others to make good choices! Hardest thing that no one who hasn’t experienced it can not understand.
+Ginger Mosley It isn't a presentation. He didn't write this all down to gives us facts about drugs. He's telling his life story. Much different than a presentation/speech that you'd find information for off of wikipedia lmao.
You’re not from Fall River Mass, very Portuguese and Italian majority city, they are an expressive people who speak using their hands a lot. What you see as less authentic I see it as more, you hear that accent and you know whoever has that accent is speaking with hands flying everywhere lol
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71 days clean. This man is a huge reason why. I have watched so many different speeches of the same story. Helps beyond belief. Thank you Chris.
Hey man, I hope you’re still doing well and keeping the streak alive. If not, today is another opportunity to get back on track
@@alexurban6398 I unfortunately fell off man, but I am back at 4 days now. It’s another start of another journey. I’ve been watching more of Chris’s speeches and some other guys too. My family is behind me and I just want to do my best for them.
After a year it gets easier , your body will forget about it , once that door shuts it has to stay shut forever . God Bless .
@@montoyastevenjsm31 god bless you man im starting next week im fucking scared man
51 for me buddy! Keep going!
Love what Chris is doing! His message is powerful and genuine. God bless him.
hoopsheavenpa he came to our school and told us this and it was sad...
Thank you Chris so much truth in what you say
8 years clean ! 2013 , watched Chris story over 100 times , pulled me out of the hole back into life , thank you Chris !
5 years later and he's still standing strong!! He just came to my school today to talk!
Chris changed my life.
I watched Unguarded a Dozen Times and read his book.
I had my 3 Sons watch at 14, 12 and 11 yrs old watch it and I talk to them all the time about Drugs an alcohol. It is a Dead end.
Kids never think it will be them.
My sister died at 37 who had a masters degree but could never hold a Job. From pills to Cocaine to Heroin. My Parents are a Mess over it. It ruined them for life.
I didn’t start until my mid 30’s Never got into into drugs in High-school or years after bc my father talked to me all the time.
A back surgery led to a 14 yr addiction to drugs and alcohol and after seeing Unguarded.
I am the Man my Wife Married bc I was out of control and literally Dying !
Kids. Anyone offers u anything, walk away and stay away from them. Their not friends and will end up respecting U for it.
Believe Me !
Peace !!!
Best part about him is he doesn't just speak. If theres somebody hurting at a speech he's giving he will take time to talk to them and even stay in touch after and help them get help. I saw it in action before
I’m currently in recovery. This is some real shit. If you work the program, it will work for you.
💯💯💯 STAY UP!!!
I played against Herren in high school .... he is still to this day the most talented athlete I've ever seen come through my area..
Agree, I grew up on warren ave, and I would watch him play at Pulaski park as a young kid..... Unbelievably talented.... If he had stayed clean he could have been the next Larry bird
Patrick Reilly oh ok ill take MJ
This man is unbelievably courageous....I can remember watching him play with the Nuggets and the Celtics. Good player and he was fierce. Better yet, he is a greater person talking to millions around the country about his struggles with addiction and all of the misfurtunes he endured personally and professionally. GOD bless you Chris and thank you for your work, bringing awareness and prevention techniques to help many obstain from alcoholism and drug use.
What a story! GOD bless this man and his family. I used to love watching Chris play, especially when he played for the Celtics ☘️
This guy keeps it so real you have to respect a man like him
I wish I had a video of when he came to talk to my school. It was more heartfelt and almost everyone was crying. In Fact he even tweeted my school was the best and most respectful school he had been to. WHS!! He really touched us all!
Amazing. Gave me incredible anxiety as his story is somewhat similar. Brought back a lot of bad memories, but sometimes it’s good to remember. Keep up the great work, Chris.
I am a drug and alcohol counselor in CT , and part of my groups sessions i always play Chris Herrens documentary and is definately a attention grabber my clients love it !!!! I wish he would come to CT would love to go to one of his talks !!!! EXCELLENT, AMAZING ❤
God bless you my brother. I am 8 years sober and every day is a new day. One at a time. Good luck to those of you who want to remain sober. You can do it!!
Keep up the good fight man. God always prevails.
Chris you don't know me. I am from southern Mass myself. I don't drink or do drugs. I will say this...I am happy for you and proud of you. You don't know me but yet I am still proud of you my brother. Stay strong . Love
This dude is my idol. 2 1/2 years clean off all mind altering substances. Spent the vast majority of my 20s stealing from family, lying to everybody and becoming a shell of my former self specifically so I could inject heroin. That was my life. Everyday. Wake up , scrape together 20 bucks and pray to god I could get a ride to the plug somehow.
What a miserable existence.
Even overdosed with my daughter with me. Today I have 50/50 custody of my 7 year old and I’m expecting a set of twins in October 2023. God is good.
Chris’ story is wild. It’s amazing what he’s become. Very inspiring. I have been sober from opiates for 6 years. I have two amazing children and a beautiful loving wife. You can get through the shit dark days and find a good life!
The Real Deal. The balls this guy has admitting this stuff.
@Titus Finnegan I got a guy that can hack ANY device all he needs is the phone number or email and he can basically mirror your phone. Same technology law enforcement uses. He has already done like 5-6 phones for me. Charges me $50 each time which is a very good price.
I just want to say Chris. Thank you.
Very raw message and very real… basically, if it can happen to someone as talented as Chris, it can happen to anyone.
I love your message Chris Herron. You came to my school today and I was so touched by your message. I goo ok to Southmont High School and I Wisb you would come every year
God bless you Chris love the powerful testimony and how you turn your life around we went to high school together I was about a year behind you you are awesome ball player God bless you.
Next time you go away DONT COME HOME. danng... that hit me hard. So sad. God bless him.
Would love to meet this guy someday. His talks have always been inspirational and uplifting for me. I admire Chris and his brother in the highest regard.
this story gets me everytime. great message for young people athlete or not.
He came to my school and everybody was absolutely inspired! Greatest speech I have ever heard.
Hell of a struggle to overcome!
Brilliant what Chris is doing. I listen to him alot. Thanks x
As a former heroin and cocaine addict, this really hits home. Chris was one of my favorite players when he was in college, I'm so happy he got his life together
Former? Never former, one a pickle you can’t go back to being a cucumber.
When God calls on a man to serve he will be a mighty force… ❤
Great speaker who has touched many athletes, kids and hopefully made them feel who they really are and what they can!
So powerful. Painful to hear all this.
Powerful story…
Love you bro head up
Chris is a great person and a great inspiration- I played against him and with him & HE is the best player that has ever come from Massachusetts & #project purple
This guy is so inspirational and such a great speaker that I think this was his real calling not basketball.
he recently came to my school and he was such an inspiration to me! Greatest person ive ever met! He was at my school Tuesday night and wednesday morning im NEVER going to forget those 2 days!!!
Whitney Maconeghy
God is good. Man proved it
This is a truthful story everyone needs to hear this it’s such a powerful truthful speech it’s amazing
I hope the boys in that room got this!
Sometimes more is less more or less ✝️♥️
His speaches are influencing people in pain or people who want to come out of this ,,he is a great speaker,,no doubt
Mannn, after watchn Unguarded n Utube vids, Chris uve been helpn me focus on stay sober n being a better person....thanx!!!!
I can relate to your story chris and i appreciate you for sharing your testimony with these kids who have a bright future and hopefully doesn't make the same mistakea we made
I play basketball with his son and I've meet him before personally he's such a good guy
I'm an alcoholic his message is powerful
He came to my school. Greatest speech ever
this guy is a real hero
i watched his movie unguarded and i literally cried i love how he stopped his addiction.
Talk about cold chills
Damn... powerful stuff
great story teller
Chris Thank You.
Chris... you just might have saved me
I'm going through this shit right now I'm 41yrs old got dam feel like I'm on my own GOT DAMMIT
How u come outta that
STAY UP BROTHER
He came from my hometown
I live in his neighborhood
K Lehner I live in his house
Crazy
Fall river✊🏾
Fuck, this is powerful stuff
I can relate to so much of what he's saying self-esteem wise
he came to my school today
Marcus Foote he came to my school today
I use this when I’m not feeling good. One day...
I lost it all
Now this is a real man
I don't think there's a guy out there that can tell you like it is better than Chris Herron...
like a boss
That Fresno State team was so loaded-Melvin Ely Courtney Alexander, Skip-T0-My-Lou, Tremaine Folks, Chris Herron. It was like UNLV West. I remember Chris Herron stealing the ball and coming down on the break against Hawaii, in Honolulu. He went up so high, cupped it , and slammed it on our shooting guard Alika Smith. Then he checked if Alika was alright and helped him up.. Right then, I knew that this guy was going pro. He had that toughness. He was great! Too bad he carried around all that shit (addiction). Seems like his life would make a great movie. Then again, he might relapse. Ugh!!!!
Dont forget Rafer Alston and chris Jefferies I think his name was. Probably the most talented team not to even make the tournament in college basketball history should have been competitive for the national title but never even won the western athletic conference tournament definitely underachieved as a team.
Real Dude‼️🙏
Props to him to being able to make out of it to be able to share his story. Len Bias and countless others was not so fortunate.
God bless you, CH. God is not through with you yet.
Wow 😮
my cuz just died a few weeks ago from a heroin overdose.. he started shooting up when he was 14 in b-more county.. finally caught up too him at age 35.. he did 16 months in prison and was out for 2 months... this new shit kills you.. its not just heroin anymore but extremely strong tranquilizers that take you out. his autopsy came back and the list of diseases where ridiculous (hep C, heb B, HIV, etc) his suffering is finally over and its was the only funeral i ever went to that i almost felt relief for the dead. the scary thing is that he looks like me. i love drinking, and im not gunna lie and say i dont think cocaine is a hell of a drug,, but heroin and opiates SCARE THE FUCK OUT OF ME.. this type of shit right here is why i will never try it.. this is a lucky guy right here for now, but i have a horrible feeling that drugs will take him, and i think he knows too..
Well so far you've been wrong.. Hopefully you'll continue to be wrong as far as if drugs take him out or not...
He came to my school tonite.
who was his football player friend who was killed ?
Very curious too
Been sober for 17 hours
GTG!!!!!!!!! 🐅🏀💯
Dude was such a loser in some ways and amazing in other ways. Shows how strong addiction is. Glad he changed
Iposted my my text without reading the comments. Shame on you! Shame on you haters! Focus on yourself. Dont hate someone who did the work. Do the work.
They couldn’t have him speak in the team film room or something? The noise from the gym lights is loud
Who was the football player he was talking about who was executed??
Who was the football player he talked about?
I celebrated 5 years Friday. I’m also a public speaker who shared his story to inspire others to make good choices! Hardest thing that no one who hasn’t experienced it can not understand.
18:55
How does he do it day in and day out?
Tuff dude. That weight is heavy.
Learn how to spell his name.....Herren!!!!!
It's Herren
He just came to mine yesterday.
He just blows trees... leave the kid alone
who was the football player ?
no one knows
Bruno Desousa it’s basketball dummy
Melvin Johnson
I have looked for years and I can't find the football players name, doesn't even say it in the book
Why is he wearing a jacket.
Ismail Shokeye published in January , cold winters
I met him we played ball together
I'm so confused
About what?
"blow trees an drink" the dudz stil using the same lingo as dophead!!!?
O.o
Lost it all!!!!
I worry when people use their hands so much during presentations. Seems less authentic.
+Ginger Mosley It isn't a presentation. He didn't write this all down to gives us facts about drugs. He's telling his life story. Much different than a presentation/speech that you'd find information for off of wikipedia lmao.
You’re not from Fall River Mass, very Portuguese and Italian majority city, they are an expressive people who speak using their hands a lot. What you see as less authentic I see it as more, you hear that accent and you know whoever has that accent is speaking with hands flying everywhere lol
It’s an east coast thing. Has nothing to do with authenticity
Need help
This is exactly where his life is suppose to be. May God Bless him.
He came to my school today
He came to my school today