He says that he needed stitches after being raped as a kid, then says he has no idea where his anger issues came from. Denial is the minds ultimate defense mechanism. This is heartbreaking. Childhood sexual abuse, is basically a form of murder.

Can we please make legislation to put child rapists away FOREVER. They do so much damage and typically get so little time away in jail.

I lived in LA for 15 years . I lived with a call girl in Venice , using Chris and H daily . She moved back to Seattle to become an evangelist, I turned my life over to bodybuilding. Kicking the drugs is not the toughest part . The tough part is once you kick , it’s like now what do I do ? If you can fill the void , your way way ahead . Good luck brother . Your smart , polite , child of god . I’m rooting for you kid .

I feel this guy. Once again, a child's life is ripped from them by an abuser, and the child is then left to deal with hardship for the rest of their lives. They don't realize that they are just coping at the time. I hope Monty gets better. Glad the the abuser got his ass kicked, but wish he had been arrested.

When Monty said "I think I'm a good person," it killed me. Despite the world treating him like shit, he still sees his own inherent value. I don't think we have a natural ability to love ourselves. That's something we learn, only when someone else shows us that we're worth being loved - a gift from his foster parents.

It seems like close to 80% of the SWU interviews have been victims of childhood sexual abuse..... And STILL today Society does not address or discuss it.

This man needs to rest his mind, body and soul for awhile. Jesus Christ. No wonder he was so angry as a kid. Don't leave anyone around your kids alone. Ever.

I just want to make this guy see he’s a beautiful person, that others’ actions don’t define him & he’s more worthy of a wonderful life than most people. Words just fall short.

He’s just so tired that breaks my heart . I hope to god he finds help. I hope every person on here finds the help they need

His sleep deprivation is so sad. I hope he gets a safe place to sleep for days & then get can into a rehab. He’s one of the few people on the streets that can physically defend himself.

So often in drug addicts, you can almost pinpoint the moment when their lives fell apart, and so very often that moment involves getting sexually assaulted. When that happens, especially as a child, it breaks a person on every level. This is the result of the life-long damage that it causes. This is why I hate sexual predators so much, and this is why I protect my own children with my life.

He said "I had a chip on my shoulder, I don't know where it came from..." How do kids get their asses torn and sewn up and their living situations not investigated? A good man shaped by childhood trauma. Hope he can achieve sobriety, peace and vitality. God bless you bro!!

Keep up with this man. I have a feeling he's gonna get out the cycle and get on the right track. He seems like a smart compassionate dude and just did a great interview with no sleep in 4 days. Imagine the conversation if he was well rested and sober

Monty's pushup practice is an excellent self control therapy. He was clever to realize that.

I’m really sorry that happened to you, Monty.

I hope his foster parents see this. And step in to help. Monty needs help. To deal with the abuse he got as a child. THAT is the root to this

I was sexually abused at 7 years old by my step-dad [at the time. Luckily whenever I finally told my mother, she turned her car around from leaving my school and immediately called 911. This was back in 93-94]....and I think it very much contributed to me being an addict. I'm in recovery for the most part. Hit a few bumps in the road but I have not used a needle to inject her0in/m3th in 5 years and no h in 5 years either. Once you're on the needle it completely changes your life. You think you're on cloud 9 but it's really hell. Made me hit rock bottom and lose everything i had other than a bacnpack, several overdoses, detox and rehab centers, death of others, abcesses even 1 in my lung needing it drained and a long hospital stay. Methadone... Everything and I still couldn't stop. You really do become addicted to the process of injecting, the sex and for me I have no drive being off everything. But I could care less I am just greatful because 5 years is the longest I've accomplished so far since a teen. I am 36 now. Sending positive vibes to this man. I will never say any addict is a lost cause because there is always hope and I'm on anyone's side whoa trying to live again.

Poor guy, got dealt the worst hand from birth. Hope he can find a way out

An incredible man. From the bottom of my heart I wish nothing but the best for him. If he can give this interview and share his story so well despite of his sleep deprivation and drug use, I can only imagine how great it must be to have a conversation with him while sober and well-rested. He would make an amazing street worker, helping kids who are in the same situation as he was in. For now I truly hope he got some rest in a safe place right after this video. Hopefully he will be on this channel again someday soon and share an update with us.

He should've received counseling for the traumatic assault, he went through so much as a child. His foster parents didn't get him the help he need when he was a child because of what that pervert did to him, it didn't occur to them that was apart of the reason for his behavior.🙄

Going to a rehab center for the first time tomorrow. Been addicted to perc 30's (fentanyl), for 2-3 years. Really wanting this for myself, just a lil scared and nervous. I know the first week is gonna be ass, but im really happy im getting the right help, and hopefully when im out i can live normally and have actual money to spend, and be passionate for things again. And my last wish for all this, hopefully i can find my babygirl again once im out, she admitted herself in about 4 days ago, we both plan on going the full 30 days. Wish me luck yall, and love for all the former addicts, or still recovering, or even still using! YOU ARE NOT ALONE AND WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER, NEVER BE AFRAID TO REACH FOR HELP BEFORE ITS TOO LATE. ESPECIALLY FI YOU ARE YOUNGER (im 19) I PROMISE YOU ITS BEST TO GO FOR IT NOW BEFORE ITS TIME TO ACTUALLY START BEING financially STABLE, I PROMISE. WISH GREAT LUCK TO ALL ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I just have to say Mexican people have helped me out when I was in a jam and they just offered to help, in my life I never forgot that. I could only imagine how it must feel to be abandoned, I pray for you...

So sad what happened to you as a child especially at age 9. Glad you found a way to ease the pain I just hope you find a better way. I know this is just words but you are loved.

damn, this dude been through it. He sounds like a good person underneath it all who's been through too many traumas starting at birth. Even though his life isn't great, he seems more self-aware and honest than a lot of people who have had it much better. Also you can tell he doesn't sleep much, this is that "I really *really* want to sleep but the drug won't let me" energy [edit: just when I was writing this he explained he was on his fourth day without sleep]

Hope you can find the strength to be out of it, to contact your family and be safe, Monty.

Poor thing he is so lost and confused. Sending love n light to this beautiful peaceful soul. Such a sad life one can live and especially what he has been through is just excruciating to fathom let only watch. Rest up ☺️

This was a hard to watch upload, but it's important to see these stories so others can understand how different one's path can really be.

seems like a nice guy - i feel so sorry for him that he's stuck in this rut and how black men in general are exploited and feel that their value is in their race and their sexuality.

I’m a RN (postpartum) in Atlanta suburb. Just took care of a meth addicted mom on her sixth baby. That’s what makes me lose sympathy for these “moms”. Bringing innocent babies into an already difficult world going through drug withdrawals and no future. ❤️❤️❤️ I pray for this sweet man who deserved a better chance.

I cry for the 9 year old boy that I still see sitting here. You are not what happened to you and you’re beautiful. Reach out to your family, they miss you. Make it right, go home ❤️

Literally the first meth addict who doesn’t look like a walking skeleton. Man…. I’m praying that you find peace and sobriety.

This one broke my heart...he is 34-Im 35. A millennial...someone my age going through this. I know it happens but Im getting ready for work-my career. I have a way to support myself and its not as hard as Monty has to. Uh this one hurt. God take over Monty and keep him safe covered and protected by Your Armour Lord Amen. 🙏

Whenever I hear of someone molesting a child my blood boils. I’d pay to get ahold of a child rapist. Made me happy to hear that dad whooped on him. If anyone ever touches a kid I love that way they’d better run because I’d go to jail to get them if that’s where they are.

Monty, you’ve still here and you’ve touched so many people with your story of your life so far. Please stay well and accept help where available. You are loved ! And you deserve to be treated with compassion and kindness.

When I dealt with crystal meth addiction, it wasn’t the drug I was a addicted to. The drug itself I hated. It’s the sex addiction the drug created. Sex with out amphetamines became so impossible to enjoy or accept. To this day it effects me. Don’t put your young boys going through puberty on adderal. It’ll ruin their sex drive or the experience itself for life.

I hope yall got him a hotel room for at least a few nights. He REALLY NEEDS 2 SLEEP comfortably & safely ASAP…🥺 He needs rehab BADLY! He’s definitely knows how he’s going to end up if he keeps on this path. Hope he gets the help he need. 🙏🏽

Good morning good morning good morning! If you are starting school here or anywhere I hope you have the best year ever!! can't believe it my baby is a senior today... These are the days that make recovery and being sober so much sweeter...

What a sad and eerie ending. I hope he got to sleep. Poor baby. God bless the weak and vulnerable. 😓❤️

his brain was pretty much shutting down at the end

Thank you for everything you do. Sincerely

People PLEASE think before having children. Don't bring kids into this world if you can't provide them with Love, and a stable life free of drugs and alcohol. Children don't deserve to have horrible childhoods.

watched this on the SWU app last night so already saw it but liked the particular rawness captured in this interview. really powerful ending. thanks for all the work mark. hope he got some sleep and wishing him recovery one day ❤️

Ahhh Monty you deserved to be protected. I hope you will fight for your sobriety and peace will follow. You ARE WORTH IT!

So much trauma. Heartbreaking.

So horrible the situations that he was put into. I feel for the young man. I hope he can find peace and slow everything down. Also mark the ending was powerful.

Oh wow, the ending on this video… You are deserving and loved Monty. Get rest, try to find healing and peace.

Hope this man finds the way before seeing him destroyed in future updates. If you read this, now, for sure it’s not too late

Good morning! It’s a little after 5 in the morning here and this was much appreciated 🙏🏽

This is probably the most authentic episode I've seen so far, thank you. I have very much experience in drugs, I have a good live and I always thought that I want to try Meth some day, just to try it. But I won't. This was.. very repelling from this. This is so sad. Thank you for the job that you're doing

Wow!!! I love how he talks about his foster parents, how much he loves them and they love him back. That doesn’t happen to much with foster parents. The push up thing is so interesting! Whatever it takes to stay calm. Keep your head up Monty!!! You can turn it around! I believe in you!❤️

I hope he is using protection and getting tested often. If he has a STD, he will spread it to men, women and others. This is a very dangerous lifestyle for him and those he's intimate with. I'm praying for him.

wow listening to this guys story… he’s been through so much! praying he finds sometime of recovery from his past and happiness in his future

So sad, his soul is sweet. The ending was the loudest part of the interview. 😢

This one hurt. Can’t find the words. Monty you are in my prayers. Please get some rest and find some therapy.

I am falling asleep! I hope he gets to go to sleep soon. Mark letting him sleep at the end of the interview was probably the best power nap he had the the four days awake.

This guy would be a saviour to kids who've experienced similar traumas, victims need to. Speak to someone on the same level. Monty could do a world of good if only he could find it within himself. Great guy wish him the best...

I see so much light in him. He can make it out. I hope for his safety and recovery. He will do great things when he turns his life around.

I really hope he tries to contact his family. They seem like good people and I hope that they can see how much he loves and appreciates them. His father teaching him to redirect his anger through physical activity and sports is genius. Unfortunately Monty needed more and he still hasn't gotten it. I believe he can beat this and go on to live a full and happy life if he gets the help he needs.

Thanks for this. I had to watch it a few times. Much love ❤️ both of you

When it ended without “thank you so much for telling your story” I teared up. He’s so tired.

what an absolute beautiful man. i want him to know that I believe in him, and he IS NOT his past. i am truly sorry for the suffering that he went through! he did not deserve that. he is worth the world, and more! 🖤

Sending this beautiful soul some love and healing and light. ❣️❤️💜

Monty it sounds like you have awesome parents who love you. You can leave them drugs use your anger and life examples to help others like you. Who struggle with the same tramas you went through. You sound like an awesome person who deserves to be happy and do only what you love to do. I am sure you are an awesome barber. Best wishes I will be praying for you ❤️

My very 1st cousin started doing Meth after being a lifelong alcoholic. He took his life in May. Hurts. My wish for U is to beat all addiction and reconnect with those who Love you. They never stop loving u and hoping the same. Know U can do it. Just need a safe place away from all influence and someone clean who can help take care of u for a month or 2. And u have to want to stop of course

Holy fuck ! me and him have such a similar childhood..I pray this man finds peace and healing he deserves so fucking much I'm so sorry baby! Please take care of yourself

This is so heartbreaking. Most of These interviewees are from foster families and it’s so unfortunate to see where these people end up.

Sending you my strongest vibes to pursue the kind of life that will make you healthier and happier - which you so fully deserve, young man. …Mark, I hope he got a decent nap in your studio & thanks for supporting him.

God bless you and I hope you are able to get clean and back with your family... I've been Clean 14 years now never thought this day would come id be an old timer but it only takes one time have to be vigilant

I'm living my 2nd night on the streets and there's no way that I could sleep somewhere because I know that people will either steal everything I have or hurt me or sometimes both. I really feel for this guy and I understand him I really do he's a wonderful guy I wish could see that. He deserves so much better

So much trauma from day one. You’re a wonderful person & I hope you can break through this ❤️

He seems like a gentleman. His just fighting his demons at the moment. I hope he heals and gets better. He seems genuine and sweet. God bless his heart.

I just finished watching Dream's 2 part interview. Monty is like her.. a great storyteller and a beautiful soul. This was heartbreaking. Monty seems like a wonderful dude with some pretty bad wounds. I really hope you do a follow up for him

I hope you know you were heard, understood and I hope you get good rest and do good❤️

I just don’t understand why adult males keep raping minors 😳 This poor man didn’t stand a chance from this life.

Definitely need to do a part 2 after Monty has had some sleep!!

Sending love your way man. You can get out of this lifestyle. Embrace your disgust with it all. You can live well.

I hate when people say all users “chose to be addicts”. They have cases like these all the time where people are born addicts. Poor man. Monty if you see this you are a great person with a kind heart and I’m sorry for everything you’ve dealt with in life. I pray you will find comfort and peace in life and get sober when ready 💛 Edit:to all the addicts I AM ROOTING FOR YOU. I love you and I PROMISE you are worthy and have high potential in your life. Stay safe and blessed and just know you would live an amazing sober life :))

You can definitely see how this lifestyle takes such a tole on your body, mind, and soul!

May you be blessed with all you need in order to get through this battle stay strong!

Good Morning Mark and SWU Family 🙏🏼

You should interview more people that are now clean and sober. I've been on methadone for 7 years but ckean from heroin and all other substances. I'm married and employed. Let me know if you want a recovery interview! I think more people need to see that it in possible.

That first part of his story with the friend of the family violating him hurt so bad to hear him talk about. And then how he says he thought it was normal, that piece of crap took that kids innocence away

Monty My heart goes out to you! You need some actual love and a safe place to detox. You are well spoken and intelligent..you just need time to step back and unwind!!

Only 5 years ago, i was still in that trap. One shot of meth, and anything goes, everything he says is true. The desire to have sex with anyone is as addictive as the drug. Takes complete control over you once enters your system, and you no control over it. Grace of God, i'll be free from that life 5 years this October. I'll be 71, so age is not barrier with addiction. The fact i'm not dead, not deseased, have job, beautiful wife and working with others in recovery, is miracle which i don't take lightly. it's horrible situation be in, blessed to get out of it. Pray anyone in addiction, will find ray o it exists for everyone.

Heartbreaking. I appreciate you telling your story. The pushups are clues to a solution to your anger. By defusing the mind you can overcome any negative state and the best way is a simple breath meditation. All drug abuse is inability to process strong emotions which stem from negative and traumatic upbringing.

Hope this guy can get the peace and sobriety he needs 💖

Lost my brother to suicide, he was hooked on meth. I pray for this man today and for my brother.

One day at a time Sweet Jesus, that’s all I am asking of You. 🙏🏼

Powerful ending, I hope he is alright

This interview hit me extra hard for some reason. 😢

This breaks my heart he such a lost soul send prayers and healing he finds his way❤️🙏🙏

He seems like such a nice person. I hope he finds his way

Dear Monty! You didn't have much of a chance really. Born by a crack, heroine and alcohol addict doesn't give you a favour. You were born with withdrawls for the worst drugs there are. You were abused so bad it tore you. You had to be stitched together again. That's just so horrible I can't even process it. But the worst thing is that for you that probably wasn't the worst part. Because being abused destroy you mentally. And that's something that you'll be struggling with for life, more or less. I really hope you can get in touch with someone who has been abused themselves and is a therapist. A person like that can change your life. If you ever want to get clean you need to do some serious work on your mental health but you come across as very disciplined so I'm sure you can do whatever you set your mind to. I wish you all the best, Monty, you deserve so much more than this. You seem to be a humble, decent, nice and reflective person. You don't belong in the streets. You're a resource for society if you get clean, you can help other people in your situation. You have an insight that never can be taught in school. That insight is extremely valuable. I hope you get the strength you need to start the process of getting clean. Lots of love from Norway.

God Bless you. I pray his family forgives him and he finds recovery. The only way I got sober was for my family to forgive me for the 100th time but most importantly for me to forgive myself enough to get into recovery and therapy to be able after 4 years to almost forgive myself entirely. He was made for big things. I hope he doesn't waste anymore time .

Not being judgmental at ALL… I love these guys for posting and more importantly SHARING these stories…bless you BOTH

I am so sorry you had to experience so much trauma at a young age, Monty. I also had a lot of anger and sadness during my childhood. My foster parents brought me in at 5 months old. Adopted me at 4. Then was verbally and mentally abusive, ripped my heart right out. They don't say it but I'm dead to them. It's hurtful. You didn't deserve ANY of that. I really hope you get the help you deserve and at least sobriety from crystal meth. I know you don't want to live like this anymore. I also hope Mark was able to find you a spot to sleep...or at least let you sleep there because that is severe sleep deprivation and it could kill you. Please take care. We're all rooting for you!

I know this guy he’s actually a beautiful person.

I pray for some type of peace for you Monte ,this is a hard life and yours was made more difficult than most. Just know not all is lost and you can overpower this trama.

Peace and wellness to you my brotha...Praying he gets the help he so desperately needs#Peace💚

That's was a raw n informative video