I was literally just in Rehab with him, at Tarzana Treatment Center. This was recorded Feb 20 before he got into treatment. I was released a few days ago. He’s a really solid dude, our last convo was him trying to convince me I must be half black because of my hair! 😂 I’m Mexican tho. Anyways I just want you all to know he’s in good hands, getting the help he needs. God bless you Kevin! One day at a time partna. Edit: His arm is still in the healing process, it is definitely much better tho! It aint never too late for anybody 🙏 Recovery is possible! You just got to really want it.
Hey thanks for sharing. I'm so glad to hear he's ok. Such great news
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Wish you both the best. Keep up your hero's journey into sobriety and dignity. God Bless you. Love Your True Self, that sacred part in your self, that which is in all of us One day at a time, indeed . Each breath at a time... Breathe, Peace
Yo, I can’t even lie. This one hurts. Kev was my barber since I was 15. One of the best barbers on Crenshaw hands down. Freestyling crazy designs in our heads havin us stupid fresh every weekend. We basically seen each other grow up cuz we like the same age. Barber turned homie. My dawg. I can’t believe it. I’m truly devastated. You gave my son his first haircut. Kev, if you ever see this bro, its Snow. We miss you. We love you. We praying for you cuzz.
If you see him again and I pray that you do. Please tell him that I love him and Iam praying for him. Iam in treatment for my addiction. My name is Roger. He's a King in own rite and I know he can kick this demon.
He seems like a good person. Thing about these videos is it’s so hard to see good people go the wrong path because of what they’ve been through. So sad😥
TP - C0der what does that even fucking mean??? People get clean everyday from drugs. You obviously know nothing on the subject. Why you would wish such negativity towards someone speaks volumes. And this man is currently CLEAN in REHAB. So there you go.
@@TsachevPowerHD someone that was in rehab with him wrote a comment a week ago. They said hes in a rehab and hes doing well . Mind you he just got in so its going to be a long road of fighting.
I am 17 and I have pills all around me and this video confirmed my gut instinct to never touch them. Thank You for potentially saving my life both of you.
SAM 000 I WAS AND AM A ADDICT. STAY STRONG AND AWAY FROM THEM.ALSO STAY AWAY FROM SELLING IF YOU DONT TAKE THEM. STAY AWAY FROM IT ALL.OTHER ADDICTs BAD INFLUENCES OR WHATEVER. Opiates are the so strong it takes over your old life. Addiction is so overpowering and selfish it made a man(my father) forget about his wife and 3 kids
I've been opiate addict for 20 years and I never thought I'd be able to beat the sickness but I did and I've been clean for 2 years... I'm praying for u I really am .
I have a question does opioids age you? There a Methadone clinic on my block and most of the patients are crippled and bent over and they are in their 40 and 50 looking like 70 and 80s.
As an alcoholic, this interview helped me not take that one last ride to the liquor store before they close. This won't be the last time I watch this interview in particular
So some people have an opiate reaction from alcohol which makes them not want to stop. Have you ever heard of naltrexone? Well kratom functions the same way. Totally removed any desire to drink for me. I mean completely. You can function on it very well.
So sad.I lost a good friend over 20 yr now to drug addiction.The last time I went to look for him in a home near where I'm living ....so much pain and tears .Just can't go back to look for him.smh.I begged him so much to try hard to stay away...
....and such a calming spirit too. My heart breaks for him and I pray he comes out the other side strong and triumphant. Sending you love and positive vibes Kevin.
John Doe think about what u just said who tf fishes for likes on RUclips that sounds dumb asf🤣 2nd nobody is fishing anyway I’ve seen friends and family go through addiction just wanted to make a message to if someone is struggling they could see something positive instead of a dumbass like you saying sum negative
I RUIN YOUR COMMENTS I'm 31 not a child. You're acting like a creep and so I asked you to stop. There's nothing I can do but of course a tough guy like you would immediately go to the offensive. The only one in this thread that needs to get better is you.
When he said he shot right into the wound, I gasped. I’m praying that this pure soul makes a full recovery from this. You can literally feel the genuineness of his spirit. He wants to get better for himself and his family. Man, this story was tough.
im 37 days sober off heroin today, still smoking cigs though. pretty much only thing keeping me sane. you are a stronger man than I bud! fair play. I keep telling myself to take on one battle at a time. you are a soldier my friend.
First off He so fine..... But there’s pain in his eyes and hurt in his voice. We all do wrong. He’s going to bounce back. I believe in him!!!! God bless!
I love you Kevin always and forever your childhood friend Deedee, If you ever read these comments Know tht i’m praying w and for you and ima reach out to the fam to get back in contact w you
Please let us know if he's ok. He's touched sooo many ppl. We're rooting for him and I think if he knew how many strangers were in his corner it would help him.
I want to speak greatness over this man's life. He will get clean, his wounds will heal, the wounds he caused others will heal. When he rises from these pits, lives will be changed because of his strength. Lives are being changed right now as people watch him speak. His honesty will touch hearts, heal hearts and keep people away from walking down this path. May Creator breathe on him and fill him with strength. May his ancestors hold steady by his side and carry him out of this misery.
Amen. those words on this screen are so much more then just that (i felt them deep within my spirit when i read them) they carry behind the computer screen and youtube something so real and pure ! there is genuine sincerity , power, strength.... The beauty of altruistic love for a human soul that is suffering and needs more then anything delieverance from evil , mercy and ulitmate salvation truly inspires those who recieve and witness it glory! thank you what a beautiful heart you have :)
And also a continued strength for the producer of this channel so these people can be heard. If not for this channel their voices would go unheard and each one of them has a truth to share.
Sorry but if a benevolent creator exists who has the power to heal this man, why couldn’t he save him from this hellish addiction before it even began? You can cite “free will” but why couldn’t the same will keep him from reaping the benefits of physical and spiritual salvation.
Dope sickness is the worst, I'm 43 days into my sobriety. This is the hardest thing in my life, I'm college educated,employed,great home, and never touched a drug until I was 40. Same story as everyone's else's chronic pain got me to opiates then I met the DEVIL'S child, Heroin. I pray this young man get in treatment before he kills himself fast. He has to go inpatient like I did and take it one day at a time. I knew he was hiding something when I observed how he was caring his jacket. Praying for him b4 he kills himself. God please help him as u have helped us all.
Troiz Katzenberg you can and will get through it z. Stay strong . I’m also struggling with Suboxone and Xanax addiction. I can’t get through the withdrawal
Existential prayer has been proven to work at the rate of chance in countless peer reviewed studies, and in most cases where the subject knew they were being prayed for it works less then that of chance. The Templeton foundation has spent millions of dollars and thirty years trying to prove the healing powers of prayer with absolutely no avail. Scams come in all forms one being religion.
I went through a terrible oxy withdrawl at the age of 60 after 7 years of taking it. For 3 weeks I either thought I was going to die, wanted to die or was ready to run out the door to get high. In retrospect I now understand why treatment doesn't always work for some. I was lucky as I had a therapist that was there for me all the time as well as a very compassionate doctor and friends. I still get the odd craving, especially when life gets tough - e.g. Covid-19 isolation - but the thought of experiencing withdrawls is something I NEVER wish to go through again. Life is to precious to cave in to that shit..
Man I love this guy. He seems like his character is still in tact. One of the things I’ve seen first hand is character fading and honesty vanishing. He will beat this, I see it in his eyes.
The way he was holding his hoodie I knew something bad was on his arm. I was thinking a really bad abscess but to see an open wound and my mouth hit the floor. He’s such a handsome guy and he’s ONLY 30 with no children. He comes from a good family and just got caught up in a lifestyle that led him to being shot at 14 and 16 which led him to painkillers. Heroin, truly is the devil’s child and once you take that first hit it’s just a never ending cycle to get your first high again and to not be sick. I just started watching this channel about a few days ago and being a nursing student and seeing these women and men share their stories and struggles truly is an eye opener and I definitely have more empathy because it only takes one mistake or circumstance for everything to fall apart. I need an update on him please whenever he’s ready to talk again.
Ahteyona Hines definitely needs a update these opioids are destroying our youth these big pharmaceutical companies are making money hand over fist at our ✊🏾 demise smh 🤦🏽♂️
Mac Anthony A girl on another comment said she just got out of rehab with him. She said she left but he was still there doing well and his arm was healing.
I’m a nurse and we’ll and when I saw the wound I’m like I just know that thing not only hurts but smells. I hope he gets the help he needs to heal the wound and heal his life
I'm so glad you discovered this channel, and I know it will better prepare you for nursing. It's so easy to become desensitized, and blame the person for their own bad choices. But you are right all it takes is one bad decision, or circumstance. In his case he got shot from gang banging, but this happens to good kids too. Sports injuries, car wrecks, etc. They need a surgery, get prescribed opiates, and their life completely changes at that moment. Even now...even if they only get a week supply, that's all it takes.
His story just hit different. Not all of the people featured are relatable, their lives are too extreme. But I can relate to this guy maybe it's because we're the same age.
PLEASE do an update on this gentleman. The infection on his arm would have killed him without proper continuous antibiotic and hospital treatment. I hope he's still.alive.
m v Yeah, in high school/middle school they used to bring the parents of kids who overdosed and died to the school and hold a whole presentation on why we shouldnt do drugs or else we’ll end up like their kids
Tears rolled down my face because I really can tell he is a good person but like he said , it’s a demon and I have been there with Crystal Meth. It was a struggle and relapsing so many time but now I’m saved , preaching and helping as many people I can with my testimony. I pray he succeeds in life and I prayed for him. There’s nothing to hard for God 🙌🏽✝️
Use the other arm ffs! That would is so inflamed. See how swollen the wound is? His self loathing is keeping him stuck. He needs to STOP shooting into h i s wound!
This man changed my life. I think about him everyday. I share his pain as an addict. He is who I think of everytime I feel like I could relapse. I love u kevin plz know ur in my heart I wish I could come hug u.
He’s only 30. He can still change his life around. He’s well spoken, smart and has a very likable personality. He can still have a great future. I wish the government would really help ppl like him who honestly made a mistake in life.... he’s in my prayers
I have watched several of your interviews and this one by far has touched me the most. When I sat here and listened to him speak about his life and his addictions all I could do was pray. This young man has something very special inside him. He is intelligent and very well spoken. I pray healing over his mind and his body. If you read this Kevin I just want to tell you that you are special and you will live and not die. All the things you have encountered is just a setup for what God has in store for you. You will come out victorious with an amazing testimony and all the glory will belong to God. There is no demon greater than Him. I'm going to pray and continue to pray for this young man.
This shit breaks my heart..he is a handsome, wellspoken brotha...that doesn't value his life..🥺.he has family that loves him. Most importantly he has both his parents still...I pray that he will stop his addiction before it's too late. He still has a chance!
I've been clean 32 years and his description of slamming made me want to go score. I'm glad he showed his abcess. That reminds me where it leads. He is so intelligent. If he could get into a rehab where they medicate you through dopesickness he could make such a difference as a motivational speaker. That arm is gonna cause sepsis, which I'm sure he knows. It looks like he's keeping it clean. But it doesn't take much to infect a wound like that. I so hope he wins this battle.
LoL, me too. That was pretty good right? Thank God for methadone. Hey the funny thing is, did you hear Mark? It sounded like it made him wanna score too! Take care, stay light.
God protect him! Watching him brought back memories of my childhood and seeing my Mom chase that crack high was the worse experience of my childhood. I thank God I was strong enough to not end up in the same situation because I definitely thought about finding something, anything to heal my pain. God kept me and my siblings and my Mom who still till this smokes crack and is in her sixties. She's alive that's all I can say!! Keep praying Kevin and you're in my prayers!
When he says "it's a demon" 😭 it made me cry cause I know exactly what he means and I felt his pain and struggle. Fighting off demons every day is so exhausting. I hope he wins this battle. Seems like a solid dude. 🙏
I got emotional watching this video,he uses his wound to get high. To everyone reading this comment ,” You are worth it,You are so beautiful,smart ,unique & powerful. If you fall get back up. It’s okay. God loves you and so do I. ❤️
i like it when the interviewees are not extreme cases as well, since it shows how it is possible for anyones;s life to be derailed. it makes it relatable for people who"have it all ok" rather than having family problems and childhood trauma. usually, the people from well off healthy families become the worst ones when it comes to ostracising people in need... the issue is less exotified (i apologise if i used a word wrongly, english is not my first language but i hope my point is made without anyone being offended)
The look in his eyes and the way he says certain things is chilling. He's been on my mind and I've been praying for him since I saw this. You can just tell he genuinely wants to get better
Both of these statements are true...the Pharm took him for a ride on that tractor and he just got off 5-6 years later...but to address the commentnat the top of this... Honestly, that's about 50% of the guys out in the US...they are genuinely good people that made horrible decisions that have now landed them in a spot UNDER the bottom of the barrel...stealing from your parents is one of the first signs you need serious help...trust me...I'm speaking from experience ...IV never done heroin or oxys or nothin like that, but IV been around it for years...living on the west side of Columbus, that's all you see...but it is possible to triumph over this...you just have to literally put your entire being into staying clean...being dope sick or pill sick ain't no fucking joke...I'm not saying it's not the person's fault bc for the most part it's always self inflicted, you do have exceptions like the Pharm...but besides that it is the person's fault they're strung out...
The Doctors give ppl these opiates then they become addicted it gets worse with time! He was shot given opiates and liked what the doctors gave him! You ask me the Doctors need to come up with a new plan of Care
He is perfect. Manners, speaks with dignity and so authentic. Kevin you are perfect. Keep praying...for your family, for your life and FOR YOU! You can and will fight this demon. Please please please don’t give up. I promise you life is better without this. Lord I pray he saves you! 🙏🏽
I think about Kevin often. I just did a search to see if there was an update. Nothing besides 3 years ago. Mark could you please update us? Kevin you said in your other videos you read the comments. I hope you see this…could you reply how you are doing? You are such an intelligent man. I know you have the strength to beat this battle. I imagine you getting back to cutting hair, opening up your own shop, and possibly even speaking to the younger generation about addiction. You are so loved by so many people and we are standing behind you!!!
I’ve watched a a lot of this series, including the entire top viewed videos, and they are all impactful, but THIS one has hit the hardest. 1st to bring me to tears. my jaw dropped for the longest. I hurt for him. I have a lot of respect for his vulnerability and transparency in that he doesn’t protect his image to hide the pain and impact of the drug, nor does he pretend he’s a complete victim and unable to own his part, and yet it’s clear he isn’t content with his plight but he still shows dignity. I hear something in him I don’t with most, and it’s hope. What an inspiration, and sure it’s shocking to see the wound, but any addict can show you the dirt, but it’s the way he did it, owned it, and doesn’t coward. I’m proud of him and I hope to hear an update in his future where I can say I’m proud FOR him.
@@wugmds6317 she’s literally telling him how it is, he’d probably say the same thing himself, its an open flesh wound not to mention she literally compliments him and says they hope he gets help. And if you really wanna get technical the only person you can really blame is the guy, I don’t wish this on any person but it’s self inflicted
He’s special. I’ve worked with so many struggling with addiction and he’s got that something special where your heart just aches for him and seeing the comments validated that.
This is unfortunately all too common among heroin addicts, or addicts in general. It seems People, especially those who have never struggled with addiction or at least witnessed it firsthand, forget that addicts are people too, and only view them as their addiction.
I can tell that this is a very intelligent young man and he will pull through and be very successful. Addiction does not discriminate. I worked in Methadone clinics as a nurse administering methadone to patients who were nurses, lawyers, doctors and other people of prestige, so no one should judge anyone's situation because it can happen to anyone.
i cant believe i see him in this state. in 2017 i was on honeymoon in LA, im from Holland. i needed a hair cut and asked someone working in a restaurant. hé told me to go see his brother in crenshaw. i knew this part only from my favorite rap video’s and movies. i went there and asked for kevin cause there was no sign on the shop. ill never forget how i was welcomed by a friend of kevin who couldnt believe i came out there (as a white boy from europe ). when kevin noticed me we started talking. hé was super relaxed and made this haircut an experience i will never forget. it really hurts to see him like this. i will pray for him and keep him in my prayers. i always said if i ever go back there i will look for him and thank him for the great experience. may allah guide him and make him strong 🤲🏻❤️
The most impressive thing about this channel is the amount of love received in the comment section for these people especially in these times. It feels good to not have to avoid the comment section because of the negativity. If I could encourage the entire population of a tiny planet to subscribe I would. Lol
*WARNING* 12:27 - WEAK STOMACHS LOOK AWAY. LARGE, open wound in his arm under the hoodie. No blood, but open and VERY deep. I know there's a trigger warning in the beginning, but I scrolled trying to find someone with a timestamp and I didn't find one. ALSO, praying for this gentleman and all you wonderful souls battling with addiction as well. Stay strong. Stay safe. You are loved ❤️ and most importantly *YOUR LIFE MATTERS*
That broke my heart. Such a beautiful man. I'm soooo glad to know he's gotten help since. He has such a light in him. I'll continue praying for his recovery.
(As a nursing student) His abscess [is] healing. I see it is forming Granulation tissue and Slough, which indicates healing. But repeated heroin use will only continue to aggravate its healing process!!! My God, I wanna help him so f*cking BAD!!!!! 😭😭😭😭
Breaks my heart. I am putting him on my prayer list right now. I have been a slave to that needle & it is a nightmare. 11 years clean because of Jesus. He can overcome this. I took my addiction to deaths door. I feel for him.
@censored vigilante Let me say this the choice to use is ALWAYS the addicts. I have a brother who is an addict and he blames our parents, but after 25 years you gotta start taking ownership for your own addiction. For some addicts blaming the family is their hustle to get sympathy so they can get what they want from people. Every case is different.
It is the family fault that's anyone on this channel is like this so why you watch sis? Can't you see that THE parents birth him and bought him into this world and raised him? There is something he's not saying you don't just pop up like this.
@@rachelhubbard26 I really don’t understand what you are saying😆 because he was born it’s automatically his parents fault he decided his path in life??🤦🏾♀️ ok Sis I guess🥴
He aint lying about that rush. I recently relapsed after 9 years sober off the needle. I was hit head on 4 years ago and crushed both my legs. It started with the norco, then my tolerance grew and i started buying oxy. Street value on that was waaay too much. The whole opioid crisis made it impossible to treat my pain legally. I bought some h. Overdosed instantly just from snorting it. Its all fentanyl now a days. Thank god for narcan. Im 10 days clean now. Edit: ab a month now. Thank you all for your KIND words 🙌🖤 Edit #2: 18 months sober! It's possible to pick yourself back up. No matter how much clean time you had.
J N you’re right. I have firsthand knowledge of this. I signed NDA type papers but I will say they sell the problem and the drug-based solutions. They profit all around
@gtg488w Yep, like that flowchart diagram from Purdue, showing the plan to sell people oxycontin, to create a market for suboxone. Profit all the way. But I don't really blame pharma companies, fwiw. They *did* act unethically. But the problem is the system that allowed them to push doctors to overprescribe and incentivises them to put profits ahead of people's lives. Imo, it would be better if all drugs were legal, and all people were properly informed about the risks of taking them. Prohibition didn't mitigate the harmful effects of alcohol, it only made them worse. But we refuse to apply that lesson to other drugs.
Seems like he's so far within his addiction that right now, he's putting the drug over his life. He's willing to die before he's willing to kill the drug. The power that drugs have is mindblowing.
It’s less the power of the drug and more power of the mind. We’ve seen what it can do with clarity and ingenuity, now take a look at what it’s capable of when rewired by substance abuse. I don’t use hard drugs but I’m an addict and I know what it feels like.
Chelle Chelle no he was saying he would rather be dead than feel the dope sick. Not that he doesn’t value his life. It feels like your entire body is on fire. Your muscle and joints are in such agony that you can’t stop moving. This keeps you awake. For days. You can’t sleep can’t eat. If you eat? You vomit uncontrollably. You vomit if you DONT eat. You’ll vomit either way for days while you’re shitting your brains out simultaneously. You have a migraine constantly. You’re sweating like the worst fever you’ve ever had times 10 maybe more. Shaking and trembling and you can’t even walk because you’re crying so hard you can’t see and your body is seizing up your muscles. And all you have to do is take a hit. It isn’t that he doesn’t value his life...it’s that he’d rather not be in constant unending pain. It’s a vicious cycle. But it’s not because he doesn’t value his life.
@@xxsombraxx9031 you clearly didn't learn shit lol. Drugs are a symptom of deeper issues and cause things like abcesses because they are unregulated on the black market. He would never be on this position if not for our drug policy and war on drugs.
This is so sad man... this gentleman has so much potential he seems like a smart well spoken young man. Please god help this man find his way in life. I really believe this man has so much potential he could be anything he wants to be you could tell! He’s not stupid by any means. I’m praying for you brother 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
@@dannyzbiel2186 look up ghetto d from master P is a song which is a step by step guide to set up a crack operation from buying, cooking distributing and laundring 🤣🤣
Harm reduction videos are useful. He was going to do it anyway, and having information for doing it properly will at least allow to avoid collateral damage. It seems counterproductive but in reality it’s helpful 😉
Out of all the videos I’ve watched this one brought me to tears. He was so vulnerable & honest. And so young. I’m 31 and have African American brothers & friends & it just made me think it could really be anybody. Drugs don’t discriminate. Praying for his recovery 🙏🏽
He really is! I said he's handsome, and poor guy just got sucked up by those pills. Even the prescription ones you really gotta be careful with. I'm praying for him, real dude right there.
Hi, my name is Tonya. I want to reach out to this beautiful soul. I'd like to be a prayer partner or just a friendly positive ear for him. If you are willing and able please give Kevin my email address. I would love to just talk to him. Thank you 😊 Prayers for you and your family
I have a funny feeling that he will get past this. There is hope in him. Anyone who has the strength and perseverance to go through this type of hell has the strength to recover. One day at a time man. You will inspire many by telling your story.
He is a humble dude, and real with his feelings... This brought tears to my soul... I feel he wants his heart touched... He wants to stop and I pray he does... Love u man
His transparency to his whole experience is amazing, not a lot of people are able to fully admit it to themselves and are able to tell us their story to such detail
I agree 100% percent , show kids what this drug can do to ya,dont matter who you are, Heroin does not discriminate.This is one of the best interviews i seen of a 1 to 1 who tells it like it is.
*sigh* this is so hard to watch. The drug hasn't messed with his mind but damn... his life and body is taking a beating. He realizes he's a prisoner to it. "This aint it. I come from a loving family. I do want help. I do want to stop but this is a demon. One i wish i never encountered. Hardest battle ive ever faught is getting the best of me but i pray that i win." Yooo this is the realest shit I've ever seen and it's got my heart so low right now.
Lord heal him from the crown of his head to the soles of his feet. In every way he needs Lord. Heal all parties affected. Lift the heavy hearts and ease the worried minds in his family. Heal him Lord!!!! I’m the name of Jesus Christ I pray...AMEN!!!!
I was literally just in Rehab with him, at Tarzana Treatment Center. This was recorded Feb 20 before he got into treatment. I was released a few days ago. He’s a really solid dude, our last convo was him trying to convince me I must be half black because of my hair! 😂 I’m Mexican tho. Anyways I just want you all to know he’s in good hands, getting the help he needs. God bless you Kevin! One day at a time partna. Edit: His arm is still in the healing process, it is definitely much better tho! It aint never too late for anybody 🙏 Recovery is possible! You just got to really want it.
Carlos Vee thanks for the update! Stay strong!
Thank you 😊
Carlos Vee 🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯
Hey thanks for sharing. I'm so glad to hear he's ok. Such great news
Wish you both the best. Keep up your hero's journey into sobriety and dignity. God Bless you. Love Your True Self, that sacred part in your self, that which is in all of us
One day at a time, indeed . Each breath at a time... Breathe, Peace
Yo, I can’t even lie. This one hurts. Kev was my barber since I was 15. One of the best barbers on Crenshaw hands down. Freestyling crazy designs in our heads havin us stupid fresh every weekend. We basically seen each other grow up cuz we like the same age. Barber turned homie. My dawg. I can’t believe it. I’m truly devastated. You gave my son his first haircut. Kev, if you ever see this bro, its Snow. We miss you. We love you. We praying for you cuzz.
He is in rehab and healing 🙏🏽 praise the Lord
If you see him again and I pray that you do. Please tell him that I love him and Iam praying for him. Iam in treatment for my addiction. My name is Roger. He's a King in own rite and I know he can kick this demon.
I really like him. He seems like a really gentle, good soul. I hope he is able to kick addictions ass
This is beautiful to read and very humbling
Lol it's "Snow" Wink wink..
This is/was my son's barber. I am in tears. He is a good person and I pray for his healing
Is he really your son? I'll pray for him. How is he doing rn?
@@willrickerman5392 His son's barber, not his own son.
@@willrickerman5392 no. he was my son barber..one of the best to do my son's hair
@@treasurelawelcometolatopia oh. Hows he doing?
He seems like a good person. Thing about these videos is it’s so hard to see good people go the wrong path because of what they’ve been through. So sad😥
He said sum real shit “once you start stealing from your loved ones that’s a problem” shit sad asf💯
15 year addiction, 13 year heroin addiction(i got clean when i was 27)... I am 3 1/2 years clean now. I have faith in you kevin!
@Nobert Rord doing great. Thanks. Hope you are good too
Congratulations! I just want you to know you are amazing and keep pushing ❤️
@@serenazuniga2853 thank you so much!😊
Congratulations 🎉
@@ashontepryor8824 thank you💜💜
Please do an update on this man. I want to see him get better and win this.
He cant. Its heroin :(
TP - C0der not true. I’ve been clean from heroin for 7 going on 8 years. Anything is possible if you try and want it
TP - C0der what does that even fucking mean??? People get clean everyday from drugs. You obviously know nothing on the subject. Why you would wish such negativity towards someone speaks volumes. And this man is currently CLEAN in REHAB. So there you go.
@@TsachevPowerHD someone that was in rehab with him wrote a comment a week ago. They said hes in a rehab and hes doing well . Mind you he just got in so its going to be a long road of fighting.
@@Nic-no8nf yeah its an ignorant comment. If you skim through the top comments someone that was in rehab with him gave a short update.
I am 17 and I have pills all around me and this video confirmed my gut instinct to never touch them. Thank You for potentially saving my life both of you.
SAM 000 I WAS AND AM A ADDICT. STAY STRONG AND AWAY FROM THEM.ALSO STAY AWAY FROM SELLING IF YOU DONT TAKE THEM. STAY AWAY FROM IT ALL.OTHER ADDICTs BAD INFLUENCES OR WHATEVER. Opiates are the so strong it takes over your old life. Addiction is so overpowering and selfish it made a man(my father) forget about his wife and 3 kids
Good for you. Please don’t ever. 8 years I did them I’m 32 and almost have my life back together after 6 years. You can never get time back
@@robcanthandlestupidy9249 god bless
@@goochmcduck4285 god bless
Shoot em
Wow, as soon as he uncovered his arm my jaw dropped. Lord restore him! he has so much potential. I hope he recovers!
He is an excellent speaker. He would make a great counselor if he could kick his habit.
A Peabody I just said that he speaks well
I agree. If he can get clean he should speak to share his story and help others. So well spoken.
I agree @APeabody
your kidding right? oh you mean for a black guy ? fuck you pea whatever!
Anthony Fisher what the fuck are you talkin bout?
I've been opiate addict for 20 years and I never thought I'd be able to beat the sickness but I did and I've been clean for 2 years... I'm praying for u I really am .
Congrats!
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 WAY TO GO
So proud of you! I've been there too, so I understand. Best of luck, stay sober, & keep pushing thru. Much Love xx 🖤🖤
so so so proud of you!!!!!!! may God bless you, everyday know that people including me a stranger are soooo proud of you love 💗
I have a question does opioids age you? There a Methadone clinic on my block and most of the patients are crippled and bent over and they are in their 40 and 50 looking like 70 and 80s.
His story was almost identical to mine I'm from Minnesota not California though. I have now been sober 9 1/2 months now. Keep ur head up G.
Good job don’t give up especially during the times we are in I’m praying for you!
crispchaos you too bro keep fighting everyday!
You got this! I got 3 years clean from heroin. It was hell still hell some days but I refuse to go back. Peace be with you all.
Congratulations! Keep fighting
Congratulations
As an alcoholic, this interview helped me not take that one last ride to the liquor store before they close. This won't be the last time I watch this interview in particular
hey man. it’s been 4 months how we doing?
So some people have an opiate reaction from alcohol which makes them not want to stop. Have you ever heard of naltrexone? Well kratom functions the same way. Totally removed any desire to drink for me. I mean completely. You can function on it very well.
Hope everything is going good for you♥️
God bless you sir!
Please do an update on him. He is so young, I'm rooting for him to get help. He seems very intelligent!
Benika Williamson yessss🙏🏾😪
I soooo want to see an update on him. I smiled, laughed and cried when I seen kelly in colour in her update! Mark does an amazing Job
Each and everyone who is a heroine addict is a fuckin genius :'( sadly
Very intelligent!
So sad.I lost a good friend over 20 yr now to drug addiction.The last time I went to look for him in a home near where I'm living ....so much pain and tears .Just can't go back to look for him.smh.I begged him so much to try hard to stay away...
He looked so disappointed in himself . I hope he’s doing better
This guy makes no excuses, no crying "poor me". I hope he gets out alive (preferably with both arms intact)
So do I.
I do too 😞
some people are matter of fact about pain and others relive the trauma throughout the day
Me as well
Well so what if he cried poor me? That doesn't mean they shouldn't get out alive.
So sad...he's a very attractive guy with kind eyes and a light spirit. I hope he finds his light and is able to win his battle against this demon.
....and such a calming spirit too. My heart breaks for him and I pray he comes out the other side strong and triumphant. Sending you love and positive vibes Kevin.
Heard he’s doing well how true it is I don’t know x
Agree❤
He kinda reminds me of Ray J.
It’s surreal seeing all these people who know Kevin in the comments who love and care about him I hope he’s getting better every single day
Love that you noted that. I’m glad we as human beings can see that and soften our hearts. Good on ya!
Bless him God. Smh
John Doe think about what u just said who tf fishes for likes on RUclips that sounds dumb asf🤣 2nd nobody is fishing anyway I’ve seen friends and family go through addiction just wanted to make a message to if someone is struggling they could see something positive instead of a dumbass like you saying sum negative
I RUIN YOUR COMMENTS just stop.
I RUIN YOUR COMMENTS I'm 31 not a child. You're acting like a creep and so I asked you to stop. There's nothing I can do but of course a tough guy like you would immediately go to the offensive. The only one in this thread that needs to get better is you.
When he said he shot right into the wound, I gasped. I’m praying that this pure soul makes a full recovery from this. You can literally feel the genuineness of his spirit. He wants to get better for himself and his family. Man, this story was tough.
TheLovliestTear Requiem for a dream
Natalie Rose Yes, I remember that movie! I saw it in a class before. That was crazy. I didn’t know that was a real life thing!
TheLovliestTear I know! It looks so painful 😣
you can 100% feel how genuine he is. Watching this made me cry. Let's keep him and his family in prayer
Jesus me too. I literallyblet out a loud gasp. Drug addiction is real and so powerful. My God send deliverance.
When he said my family love me and they haven't let me go! 😭😭❤
That’s a real family 💯✅✅
I pray the Most High Yahweh heal this man on all levels and protect him and deliver him from drugs.
I gave up cigarettes and heroin on my 30 birthday 15 years ago. It is possible
Good for you ...i know its the hardest battle so congrats to you
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Bravo, bro 😎. Happy for you.
im 37 days sober off heroin today, still smoking cigs though. pretty much only thing keeping me sane. you are a stronger man than I bud! fair play. I keep telling myself to take on one battle at a time. you are a soldier my friend.
His eyes are very piercing. It’s like they looked right thru me. Hope he gets the healing and help he needs.
First off He so fine..... But there’s pain in his eyes and hurt in his voice. We all do wrong. He’s going to bounce back. I believe in him!!!! God bless!
Kylah Meah I was thinking that... he’s sooo handsome, how sad ... hope he can get help
Yes and I hope he doesn't let the drugs destroy his looks and health.
Christina Sweetheart unfortunately they have messed up his health, he has chronic kidney failure and heart failure.
@@Zenguy89 😢
@@Zenguy89 that's so sad
when he openly said “I got a problem” my heart smiled because he knows he have a problem & the way he speaks about it he wants help
This is sad AF.. he’s actually good looking and very smart.. we gotta pray for him
My thoughts exactly and he is so honest. Dang
Yes he is, JESUS Bless him 🙏🏾
@@spidermantiger325 Ik 😢🙏🏾
His looks got nothing to do with it dumb broad
@@masterpain7742 💀
I love you Kevin always and forever your childhood friend Deedee, If you ever read these comments Know tht i’m praying w and for you and ima reach out to the fam to get back in contact w you
Please let us know if he's ok. He's touched sooo many ppl. We're rooting for him and I think if he knew how many strangers were in his corner it would help him.
Queen_Des ♥️🙏
Queen_Des that is so sweet. I’m almost want to cry.
Please keep him lifted up
Queen_Des have you got in contact with him
I want to speak greatness over this man's life. He will get clean, his wounds will heal, the wounds he caused others will heal. When he rises from these pits, lives will be changed because of his strength. Lives are being changed right now as people watch him speak. His honesty will touch hearts, heal hearts and keep people away from walking down this path.
May Creator breathe on him and fill him with strength. May his ancestors hold steady by his side and carry him out of this misery.
Amen. those words on this screen are so much more then just that (i felt them deep within my spirit when i read them) they carry behind the computer screen and youtube something so real and pure ! there is genuine sincerity , power, strength.... The beauty of altruistic love for a human soul that is suffering and needs more then anything delieverance from evil , mercy and ulitmate salvation truly inspires those who recieve and witness it glory! thank you what a beautiful heart you have :)
@@elizabethsheehan9748 wow! Thank you
Be blessed
And also a continued strength for the producer of this channel so these people can be heard. If not for this channel their voices would go unheard and each one of them has a truth to share.
Sorry but if a benevolent creator exists who has the power to heal this man, why couldn’t he save him from this hellish addiction before it even began? You can cite “free will” but why couldn’t the same will keep him from reaping the benefits of physical and spiritual salvation.
Mood Swinger Many Blessings to Kevin
Dope sickness is the worst, I'm 43 days into my sobriety. This is the hardest thing in my life, I'm college educated,employed,great home, and never touched a drug until I was 40. Same story as everyone's else's chronic pain got me to opiates then I met the DEVIL'S child, Heroin. I pray this young man get in treatment before he kills himself fast. He has to go inpatient like I did and take it one day at a time. I knew he was hiding something when I observed how he was caring his jacket. Praying for him b4 he kills himself. God please help him as u have helped us all.
Troiz Katzenberg you can and will get through it z. Stay strong . I’m also struggling with Suboxone and Xanax addiction. I can’t get through the withdrawal
Or his arm I’ll be amputated.
Existential prayer has been proven to work at the rate of chance in countless peer reviewed studies, and in most cases where the subject knew they were being prayed for it works less then that of chance. The Templeton foundation has spent millions of dollars and thirty years trying to prove the healing powers of prayer with absolutely no avail. Scams come in all forms one being religion.
Congratulations on your 43 days!
I went through a terrible oxy withdrawl at the age of 60 after 7 years of taking it. For 3 weeks I either thought I was going to die, wanted to die or was ready to run out the door to get high. In retrospect I now understand why treatment doesn't always work for some. I was lucky as I had a therapist that was there for me all the time as well as a very compassionate doctor and friends. I still get the odd craving, especially when life gets tough - e.g. Covid-19 isolation - but the thought of experiencing withdrawls is something I NEVER wish to go through again. Life is to precious to cave in to that shit..
Man I love this guy. He seems like his character is still in tact. One of the things I’ve seen first hand is character fading and honesty vanishing. He will beat this, I see it in his eyes.
He will. Even with one less arm, he will win. The drug wants to claim him so bad though.
The way he was holding his hoodie I knew something bad was on his arm. I was thinking a really bad abscess but to see an open wound and my mouth hit the floor. He’s such a handsome guy and he’s ONLY 30 with no children. He comes from a good family and just got caught up in a lifestyle that led him to being shot at 14 and 16 which led him to painkillers. Heroin, truly is the devil’s child and once you take that first hit it’s just a never ending cycle to get your first high again and to not be sick. I just started watching this channel about a few days ago and being a nursing student and seeing these women and men share their stories and struggles truly is an eye opener and I definitely have more empathy because it only takes one mistake or circumstance for everything to fall apart. I need an update on him please whenever he’s ready to talk again.
Ahteyona Hines definitely needs a update these opioids are destroying our youth these big pharmaceutical companies are making money hand over fist at our ✊🏾 demise smh 🤦🏽♂️
Mac Anthony A girl on another comment said she just got out of rehab with him. She said she left but he was still there doing well and his arm was healing.
I’m a nurse and we’ll and when I saw the wound I’m like I just know that thing not only hurts but smells. I hope he gets the help he needs to heal the wound and heal his life
I'm so glad you discovered this channel, and I know it will better prepare you for nursing. It's so easy to become desensitized, and blame the person for their own bad choices. But you are right all it takes is one bad decision, or circumstance. In his case he got shot from gang banging, but this happens to good kids too. Sports injuries, car wrecks, etc. They need a surgery, get prescribed opiates, and their life completely changes at that moment. Even now...even if they only get a week supply, that's all it takes.
Your going to be an amazing nurse. Compassion
His story just hit different. Not all of the people featured are relatable, their lives are too extreme. But I can relate to this guy maybe it's because we're the same age.
K J exactly what I was thinking... I could actually see myself being friends with this guy.
I said those exact words
It is something about his story that kept me interested.
Dear God I'm praying for his healing. He's only a few years older than me...
I feel so bad for him.!!
Exactly how I feel. He's so smart ..
Me too..... praying for his recovery
He seems like such a sweet kid.
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PLEASE do an update on this gentleman. The infection on his arm would have killed him without proper continuous antibiotic and hospital treatment. I hope he's still.alive.
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THIS is the video they need to be showing in school for them opioid seminars 😪 lord
Im 27 addicted now and your so right. In school and as a kid NOONE EVER TOLD ME THE DANGERS OF OPIOIDS!!
m v Yeah, in high school/middle school they used to bring the parents of kids who overdosed and died to the school and hold a whole presentation on why we shouldnt do drugs or else we’ll end up like their kids
We never had opioid seminars but if i had seen this as a kid therez a good chance I woulda really considered not popping that first percocet at 15 🤣
So true!! Been there
Kween Brii that’s right ! Show it ! Reality is pure truth
Tears rolled down my face because I really can tell he is a good person but like he said , it’s a demon and I have been there with Crystal Meth. It was a struggle and relapsing so many time but now I’m saved , preaching and helping as many people I can with my testimony. I pray he succeeds in life and I prayed for him. There’s nothing to hard for God 🙌🏽✝️
Jeffery Brower Praise God 🙌🏼🙏🏼
Stay Strong Man
Amen.
To Yah to be the GLORY! Keep sharing your testimony brother-MAN
TraRob-EastSide thats rude! You must hate yoself
He’s beautiful! The innocence in his eyes makes me so sad.
I know his eyes are so expressive.
My brother was 14 when he died from a drug overdose in 2011. I pray this sweet soul makes it out of this and becomes clean. Prayers.
Omg so sorry for your loss sending love and strength, I lost my dad 3 weeks ago due to cancer
❤❤❤❤❤
wow that’s young i’m sorry for your loss ❤️
@@kristagrym sorry for your loss ❤️
I love this comment section. All positive and understanding people, God bless all of you and all this people that need help!
You can see how disappointed he is with himself when he said “why.? To shoot Dope”😔
Colee Sweetz right!!!! kept his head down whenever he said something he knew was wrong 😔 so sad man
Use the other arm ffs! That would is so inflamed. See how swollen the wound is? His self loathing is keeping him stuck. He needs to STOP shooting into h i s wound!
This man changed my life. I think about him everyday. I share his pain as an addict. He is who I think of everytime I feel like I could relapse. I love u kevin plz know ur in my heart
I wish I could come hug u.
any source of faith is good. keep on the good side of life bro 🙏🏽
He was my brother fr miss my nigguh man ……. I grew up wit him his family was my family we been through a bunch of shit together
He's so likeable, soft spoken and sincere, he feels like a gentle soul who's a mess. I hope he gets off the gear and starts looking after himself.
He’s only 30. He can still change his life around. He’s well spoken, smart and has a very likable personality. He can still have a great future. I wish the government would really help ppl like him who honestly made a mistake in life.... he’s in my prayers
Someone posted a update in the comments, he was in recovery after this was filmed and doing better ....
Government sanctions ocycodone in hospitals.
God give Kevin the strength he needs to rebuild his life and shun his demons.. this could happen to anyone clearly we all become weak.. prayers
Geena N read top comment. He’s in rehab and in good hands💗 Thank God
Amen
Amen!
TheFallsCapone Oh no, let me know please. I will pray for him ❤️
I'm come in full agreement with this prayer. We are one bad decision away. The devil is a liar!
I can see him becoming a counselor for the youth, he seems like a powerful speaker, I hope he gets the help he needs to help others
He’s really safe aware about his problem which a lot of people aren’t. I hope he can do the work to escape from his addiction
I have watched several of your interviews and this one by far has touched me the most. When I sat here and listened to him speak about his life and his addictions all I could do was pray. This young man has something very special inside him. He is intelligent and very well spoken. I pray healing over his mind and his body. If you read this Kevin I just want to tell you that you are special and you will live and not die. All the things you have encountered is just a setup for what God has in store for you. You will come out victorious with an amazing testimony and all the glory will belong to God. There is no demon greater than Him. I'm going to pray and continue to pray for this young man.
Ase . 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Amen
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This shit breaks my heart..he is a handsome, wellspoken brotha...that doesn't value his life..🥺.he has family that loves him. Most importantly he has both his parents still...I pray that he will stop his addiction before it's too late. He still has a chance!
Its not that he doesn’t value his life... drug addiction is a lot more serious than even self-love
Imagine not eating or drinking for a week, thats how the first hours off drugs feel like.
Chelle Chelle have you ever dealt with drug addiction?
Chelle Chelle you’re an idiot. Don’t ever speak on something you know nothing about. Plain and simple. Take your misery and self hate somewhere else.
AriNic on god, acting like she ever even touched a drug. I jus got out of my drug addiction n that shit’s wayyy harder than any self love bullshit
“I come from a good family and they want to help, but it’s up to me if I want help...and I do want help.”
God bless you, Kevin. You got this.
I've been clean 32 years and his description of slamming made me want to go score. I'm glad he showed his abcess. That reminds me where it leads. He is so intelligent. If he could get into a rehab where they medicate you through dopesickness he could make such a difference as a motivational speaker. That arm is gonna cause sepsis, which I'm sure he knows. It looks like he's keeping it clean. But it doesn't take much to infect a wound like that. I so hope he wins this battle.
LoL, me too. That was pretty good right? Thank God for methadone. Hey the funny thing is, did you hear Mark? It sounded like it made him wanna score too! Take care, stay light.
He used RUclips to figure out how to prepare heroin.
The times we live in...
Yes that blew me away right there Jesus have mercy
@@yolandashaw2940 I used RUclips to learn how to make dinner rolls.
Well they'll learn about narcan too.
I'll eat my hat if youtube isn't a net positve harmreductionwise.
That's a good thing, sick people messing around with dangerous drugs should have as much information as possible.
@@bailey4650 I think they can do without a "how to" on injecting heroin.
God protect him! Watching him brought back memories of my childhood and seeing my Mom chase that crack high was the worse experience of my childhood. I thank God I was strong enough to not end up in the same situation because I definitely thought about finding something, anything to heal my pain. God kept me and my siblings and my Mom who still till this smokes crack and is in her sixties. She's alive that's all I can say!! Keep praying Kevin and you're in my prayers!
When he says "it's a demon" 😭 it made me cry cause I know exactly what he means and I felt his pain and struggle. Fighting off demons every day is so exhausting. I hope he wins this battle. Seems like a solid dude. 🙏
Keep pushing
@@lyfesaquarium Thank you! 💚 I will & I am
@@moniquenicole 🤗😙
This video is 2 years old and I’m just now watching it. I sure hope there is an update on him. He’s a good guy
I got emotional watching this video,he uses his wound to get high. To everyone reading this comment ,” You are worth it,You are so beautiful,smart ,unique & powerful. If you fall get back up. It’s okay. God loves you and so do I. ❤️
Nikki V Beauty
You’re beautiful 😍🤗
Ditto.....THank You
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Thank u, unhave a beautiful soul
Thank I really needed to head that❤️
i like it when the interviewees are not extreme cases as well, since it shows how it is possible for anyones;s life to be derailed. it makes it relatable for people who"have it all ok" rather than having family problems and childhood trauma. usually, the people from well off healthy families become the worst ones when it comes to ostracising people in need... the issue is less exotified (i apologise if i used a word wrongly, english is not my first language but i hope my point is made without anyone being offended)
your english is better than most residents of england.
I agree.... It can happen to any of us.
His eyes when he showed his abscess 😢 he’s so sad about his current state
Roses AreRed yea he was embarrassed but I hope he doing much better.
Roses AreRed poor guy. What a beautiful person.
that day you didnt eat nothing just went to sleep and forgot you ever saw that
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My God 😥
My heart is breaking for him!!
You can literally see the despair and sadness in his eyes.
Can we please please get an update on him???
The look in his eyes and the way he says certain things is chilling. He's been on my mind and I've been praying for him since I saw this. You can just tell he genuinely wants to get better
Same here❤I continually pray for him❤
Yes lord 🙏 he reminds me of my oldest son 😭.
He seem's like a good dude that
made poor decisions.
Both of these statements are true...the Pharm took him for a ride on that tractor and he just got off 5-6 years later...but to address the commentnat the top of this... Honestly, that's about 50% of the guys out in the US...they are genuinely good people that made horrible decisions that have now landed them in a spot UNDER the bottom of the barrel...stealing from your parents is one of the first signs you need serious help...trust me...I'm speaking from experience ...IV never done heroin or oxys or nothin like that, but IV been around it for years...living on the west side of Columbus, that's all you see...but it is possible to triumph over this...you just have to literally put your entire being into staying clean...being dope sick or pill sick ain't no fucking joke...I'm not saying it's not the person's fault bc for the most part it's always self inflicted, you do have exceptions like the Pharm...but besides that it is the person's fault they're strung out...
The Doctors give ppl these opiates then they become addicted it gets worse with time! He was shot given opiates and liked what the doctors gave him! You ask me the Doctors need to come up with a new plan of Care
He is perfect. Manners, speaks with dignity and so authentic. Kevin you are perfect. Keep praying...for your family, for your life and FOR YOU! You can and will fight this demon. Please please please don’t give up. I promise you life is better without this. Lord I pray he saves you! 🙏🏽
Perfect? Keep ur hormones in check woman he's. A crackhead sheesh .far from perfect
I think about Kevin often. I just did a search to see if there was an update. Nothing besides 3 years ago. Mark could you please update us?
Kevin you said in your other videos you read the comments. I hope you see this…could you reply how you are doing? You are such an intelligent man. I know you have the strength to beat this battle. I imagine you getting back to cutting hair, opening up your own shop, and possibly even speaking to the younger generation about addiction. You are so loved by so many people and we are standing behind you!!!
I’ve watched a a lot of this series, including the entire top viewed videos, and they are all impactful, but THIS one has hit the hardest. 1st to bring me to tears. my jaw dropped for the longest. I hurt for him. I have a lot of respect for his vulnerability and transparency in that he doesn’t protect his image to hide the pain and impact of the drug, nor does he pretend he’s a complete victim and unable to own his part, and yet it’s clear he isn’t content with his plight but he still shows dignity. I hear something in him I don’t with most, and it’s hope. What an inspiration, and sure it’s shocking to see the wound, but any addict can show you the dirt, but it’s the way he did it, owned it, and doesn’t coward. I’m proud of him and I hope to hear an update in his future where I can say I’m proud FOR him.
Agree 💯 ❤️
His arm is terrifying! I hope he gets the help he needs. He's so intelligent and realizes his mistakes, so there's still hope! 🙏🏾
Bro shut the fuck up your face is terrifying you don’t say that type of shit about people you sicko
@@wugmds6317 bro you’re doing too much she aint say nothing bad
@@wugmds6317 she wasn’t trying to be rude lmao.
@@wugmds6317 she’s literally telling him how it is, he’d probably say the same thing himself, its an open flesh wound not to mention she literally compliments him and says they hope he gets help. And if you really wanna get technical the only person you can really blame is the guy, I don’t wish this on any person but it’s self inflicted
💯 Very terrifying 😳
He’s special. I’ve worked with so many struggling with addiction and he’s got that something special where your heart just aches for him and seeing the comments validated that.
Yes my heart is really heavy for him. It's rare that happens, it's like I know him personally. Something about him seems really special.
🙏🏽🖤🙌🏽I felt it too. He is going to be delivered!
This guy seems super intelligent, and respectful. Pains me to see him go through this.
Cortlin Fleet only if you knew him. So well rounded and always nice.
This is unfortunately all too common among heroin addicts, or addicts in general. It seems People, especially those who have never struggled with addiction or at least witnessed it firsthand, forget that addicts are people too, and only view them as their addiction.
Super intelligent lmaoo. He had the plug of all plugs 1 pill for a $1 he could have been richer than freeway Rick Ross.
I can tell that this is a very intelligent young man and he will pull through and be very successful. Addiction does not discriminate. I worked in Methadone clinics as a nurse administering methadone to patients who were nurses, lawyers, doctors and other people of prestige, so no one should judge anyone's situation because it can happen to anyone.
I love this guy❤️doesn’t sugar coat anything and gets straight to the point. I’m praying for him to get healthy and sober🥺❤️
The stigma against mental health for African American males needs to be recognized and corrected.
Thank you!
I agree but most of the stigma I see is coming from their own people. That it isn't "manly" or some bullshit like that.
And women
And women as well
This is so true!
i cant believe i see him in this state. in 2017 i was on honeymoon in LA, im from Holland. i needed a hair cut and asked someone working in a restaurant. hé told me to go see his brother in crenshaw. i knew this part only from my favorite rap video’s and movies. i went there and asked for kevin cause there was no sign on the shop. ill never forget how i was welcomed by a friend of kevin who couldnt believe i came out there (as a white boy from europe ). when kevin noticed me we started talking. hé was super relaxed and made this haircut an experience i will never forget. it really hurts to see him like this. i will pray for him and keep him in my prayers. i always said if i ever go back there i will look for him and thank him for the great experience. may allah guide him and make him strong 🤲🏻❤️
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Ameen
Lmao be careful going to Crenshaw. I’m from la n ion even go there
Ameen
inshaAllah, we are praying for u kevin! :)
Totally heartbreaking. I pray he is healed from addictions.
The most impressive thing about this channel is the amount of love received in the comment section for these people especially in these times. It feels good to not have to avoid the comment section because of the negativity. If I could encourage the entire population of a tiny planet to subscribe I would. Lol
Especially in these times... For real... GOD bless
It important to remember:
Ain't none of us 'perfect'
*WARNING* 12:27 - WEAK STOMACHS LOOK AWAY. LARGE, open wound in his arm under the hoodie. No blood, but open and VERY deep. I know there's a trigger warning in the beginning, but I scrolled trying to find someone with a timestamp and I didn't find one.
ALSO, praying for this gentleman and all you wonderful souls battling with addiction as well. Stay strong. Stay safe. You are loved ❤️ and most importantly *YOUR LIFE MATTERS*
Alexis Avenged appreciated!
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Thanx for timestamp that the best part
I seen this comment AFTERWARDS OMG.. it looks painful to the least
I was eating oatmeal when I went to that part and I threw it all up and swallowed some ...then I threw it up again. 🤢🤮
Kevin if you read it, please heal that hand, stop using. Such well spoken and inteligent man can do better things in life.
From the comments there was someone who was with him in Rehab so I am glad he is trying to get clean!
He read your comment and just stopped. Good job. Can you pls tell Kim Jong Un to stop now?
That broke my heart. Such a beautiful man. I'm soooo glad to know he's gotten help since. He has such a light in him. I'll continue praying for his recovery.
I'm crying for him, it started with a pain pill
2intriguing1 it’s sad and very common unfortunately
2intriguing1 yes so crazy. But I’ve heard this before from other addicts, and I just hope we as a society can work on this opioid crisis
This is very common! So sad.
Right This hurt my spirit. So young when this started and with a pain pill ..I pray he gets well..
And RUclips 😢
(As a nursing student) His abscess [is] healing. I see it is forming Granulation tissue and Slough, which indicates healing. But repeated heroin use will only continue to aggravate its healing process!!! My God, I wanna help him so f*cking BAD!!!!! 😭😭😭😭
I concur.
As a nurse, R.N.......you are correct!
Myra O YAAAYYY!!! Thank you!!!😁😁😁❤️❤️❤️❤️
I’m a nurse and I was saying the same thing
Breaks my heart. I am putting him on my prayer list right now. I have been a slave to that needle & it is a nightmare. 11 years clean because of Jesus. He can overcome this. I took my addiction to deaths door. I feel for him.
God bless you. Jesus truly saves, and you are living proof. Always remember how special you are in his eyes ♥️
Same here
Iam proud of you continue to be strong ! I really hope Kevin is doing good
I’m so proud of you. You’re so strong. Always remember that 💛
Wauw!!!
At least he doesn’t blame his family/ up bringing on his bad choices in life. Own your shit folks. I respect that
@censored vigilante Let me say this the choice to use is ALWAYS the addicts. I have a brother who is an addict and he blames our parents, but after 25 years you gotta start taking ownership for your own addiction. For some addicts blaming the family is their hustle to get sympathy so they can get what they want from people. Every case is different.
It is the family fault that's anyone on this channel is like this so why you watch sis? Can't you see that THE parents birth him and bought him into this world and raised him? There is something he's not saying you don't just pop up like this.
@@rachelhubbard26 I really don’t understand what you are saying😆 because he was born it’s automatically his parents fault he decided his path in life??🤦🏾♀️ ok Sis I guess🥴
@@ladyshaw0698 I agree, honestly I wonder if we all watched the same video😂 also hope your brother gets well soon❤️
A ridiculous comment
He aint lying about that rush. I recently relapsed after 9 years sober off the needle. I was hit head on 4 years ago and crushed both my legs. It started with the norco, then my tolerance grew and i started buying oxy. Street value on that was waaay too much. The whole opioid crisis made it impossible to treat my pain legally. I bought some h. Overdosed instantly just from snorting it. Its all fentanyl now a days. Thank god for narcan. Im 10 days clean now.
Edit: ab a month now. Thank you all for your KIND words 🙌🖤
Edit #2: 18 months sober! It's possible to pick yourself back up. No matter how much clean time you had.
Proud of you Dani. Keep investing in yourself. You’re worthy. God speed sweetie.
Dani Chesney ❤️🙏🏽
@l o w s h y n e 6 i am
Dani Chesney prating for you!
Hang in there you can do it!
Pharmaceutical companies know exactly what they're doing. These drugs are designed by chemists and biologists. Addiction is profitable.
Sad
J N you’re right. I have firsthand knowledge of this. I signed NDA type papers but I will say they sell the problem and the drug-based solutions. They profit all around
Its the doctor's fault.
So true. That's why I never take any prescription. I rather feel the pain and heal naturally. I rather get Addicted.
@gtg488w Yep, like that flowchart diagram from Purdue, showing the plan to sell people oxycontin, to create a market for suboxone. Profit all the way.
But I don't really blame pharma companies, fwiw. They *did* act unethically. But the problem is the system that allowed them to push doctors to overprescribe and incentivises them to put profits ahead of people's lives.
Imo, it would be better if all drugs were legal, and all people were properly informed about the risks of taking them.
Prohibition didn't mitigate the harmful effects of alcohol, it only made them worse. But we refuse to apply that lesson to other drugs.
Seems like he's so far within his addiction that right now, he's putting the drug over his life. He's willing to die before he's willing to kill the drug. The power that drugs have is mindblowing.
It’s less the power of the drug and more power of the mind. We’ve seen what it can do with clarity and ingenuity, now take a look at what it’s capable of when rewired by substance abuse. I don’t use hard drugs but I’m an addict and I know what it feels like.
Chelle Chelle no he was saying he would rather be dead than feel the dope sick. Not that he doesn’t value his life. It feels like your entire body is on fire. Your muscle and joints are in such agony that you can’t stop moving. This keeps you awake. For days. You can’t sleep can’t eat. If you eat? You vomit uncontrollably. You vomit if you DONT eat. You’ll vomit either way for days while you’re shitting your brains out simultaneously. You have a migraine constantly. You’re sweating like the worst fever you’ve ever had times 10 maybe more. Shaking and trembling and you can’t even walk because you’re crying so hard you can’t see and your body is seizing up your muscles. And all you have to do is take a hit. It isn’t that he doesn’t value his life...it’s that he’d rather not be in constant unending pain. It’s a vicious cycle. But it’s not because he doesn’t value his life.
Hey Kev, always check in to see an update. Hope you are doing better and remember...YOU GOT THIS!
They need to show these videos at all the jr and high schools.. esp this one
I totally agree!!
This video wouldn’t do a damn thing. You can not understand this until you’ve been through it.
@@claymac7895 videos help I'm one of those students who understood that drugs are the devil 👿
@@xxsombraxx9031 you clearly didn't learn shit lol. Drugs are a symptom of deeper issues and cause things like abcesses because they are unregulated on the black market. He would never be on this position if not for our drug policy and war on drugs.
Scared straight doesn’t work
This is so sad man... this gentleman has so much potential he seems like a smart well spoken young man. Please god help this man find his way in life. I really believe this man has so much potential he could be anything he wants to be you could tell! He’s not stupid by any means. I’m praying for you brother 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️
Amen! I agree sir!
The fact he learnt how to do it on youtube is crazy
I was gonna do it. I also looked it up on RUclips, fortunately I never did it
At 15 I learned how to cook crack from RUclips. Look up “cooking crack 101” lmao
@@dannyzbiel2186 look up ghetto d from master P is a song which is a step by step guide to set up a crack operation from buying, cooking distributing and laundring 🤣🤣
Lawsuit
Harm reduction videos are useful. He was going to do it anyway, and having information for doing it properly will at least allow to avoid collateral damage. It seems counterproductive but in reality it’s helpful 😉
Out of all the videos I’ve watched this one brought me to tears. He was so vulnerable & honest. And so young. I’m 31 and have African American brothers & friends & it just made me think it could really be anybody. Drugs don’t discriminate. Praying for his recovery 🙏🏽
He is gorgeous, honestly.
He really is! I said he's handsome, and poor guy just got sucked up by those pills. Even the prescription ones you really gotta be careful with. I'm praying for him, real dude right there.
I said the same thing...fine as hell.
Jub jub I watched this saying the SAME EXACT THING!!!! GOD bless him and his journey to recovery 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾❤️
Very handsome man...I feel so bad for him & everyone who struggles with Addiction!!!
Sheesh I see I wasnt the only one thinking that!!! Stay strong baby ur gnna make it!!!!
I love you cousin Kevin. I never knew any of this. I wish there was something I could do to have saved you from all of this trauma
Hi, my name is Tonya. I want to reach out to this beautiful soul. I'd like to be a prayer partner or just a friendly positive ear for him. If you are willing and able please give Kevin my email address. I would love to just talk to him.
Thank you 😊
Prayers for you and your family
I have a funny feeling that he will get past this. There is hope in him. Anyone who has the strength and perseverance to go through this type of hell has the strength to recover.
One day at a time man. You will inspire many by telling your story.
This broke my heart! I pray he gets his life together, share his story and help change some one else's trajectory of abuse. 😔🙏🏾
I see a bright future for this man if he's willing to change
Me too
He's 30 already..
Def 🎯 100%
He is very articulate. He seems very smart. Hopefully he can pull out of this.
@@jessicascearcy2511 yes. And seems to already be facing his situation honestly.To and for himself. I believe anybody can change.
NEEEEVER knew it was that many ways to do herion so sad. Oh and RUclips weird they flag petty videos but people can look up how to on drugs 😩
ladydede88 for real
There are more ways than had been spoken of in this video
ladydede88 I thought that was crazy too, being able to look up how to do drugs smh that’s sad
But then at least they can do it safely
Man in 2012 you could teach people how to cook crack in the microwave and not have it taken down.
I can tell he’s a good person. I pray he gets better and counsel others.
He’s so intelligent with so much potential. I genuinely hope god gives him his plan .
Dude has a knack for medicine ( not a pun )
I hope he watches his own interview and sees what a lovely soul he has. My heart breaks for him. You can fight this will help and courage
He is a humble dude, and real with his feelings... This brought tears to my soul... I feel he wants his heart touched... He wants to stop and I pray he does... Love u man
CAN WE HAVE A UPDATE? I hope he changes his life he has potential, praying for me
Some posted about a month ago, saying he was back in rehab. Hopefully, this time he gets and stays clean!
DesNReg thank you & yes!!
The same person who updated also said that his arm got a bit better
Yes PLEASE
There's an update right now. It was just put up 4 hours ago and its a must watch for sure 👍
His transparency to his whole experience is amazing, not a lot of people are able to fully admit it to themselves and are able to tell us their story to such detail
I agree 100% percent , show kids what this drug can do to ya,dont matter who you are, Heroin does not discriminate.This is one of the best interviews i seen of a 1 to 1 who tells it like it is.
*sigh* this is so hard to watch. The drug hasn't messed with his mind but damn... his life and body is taking a beating. He realizes he's a prisoner to it. "This aint it. I come from a loving family. I do want help. I do want to stop but this is a demon. One i wish i never encountered. Hardest battle ive ever faught is getting the best of me but i pray that i win." Yooo this is the realest shit I've ever seen and it's got my heart so low right now.
why u sigh at the start
@@darcyeustace9922 it's kinda a... mmmmm how would you say it... like a hurt heart sigh. Like depressed about the news.
Lord heal him from the crown of his head to the soles of his feet. In every way he needs Lord. Heal all parties affected. Lift the heavy hearts and ease the worried minds in his family. Heal him Lord!!!! I’m the name of Jesus Christ I pray...AMEN!!!!
Oh, for fuck's sake. More preaching. Please keep it to yourself.
siim605 keep your nasty negativity to yourself how about that
Amen..I touch and agree bless him God
@@CarmanKay77 You "touch and agree"? Sounds a bit suggestive.
@@henrysanchez4029 Nah, fuck what you're talking about lmao!
How many of y’all came straight to the comments when y’all seen that open wound 💀💀
I cam, when I saw your open wound.
me smh
willie peppers same
I was watching on my tv, pressed paused, then went to RUclips app so that I could read the comments... heartbreaking 💔
Omg I was not expecting his arm to look that bad. Poor thing I hope he gets all of the help he needs.