What I’ve Learned From 3 Years Sobriety

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Someone asked me about my sobriety story the other day so I figured I would share it with you guys. I’m currently a little over 3 years sober now. Things were pretty dark before that and actually got much darker than I spoke about in the video. Psyched to have come out the other end and be able to share my experiences with everyone. If you have any questions feel free to ask me anything in the comments or DM on Instagram @chad_caruso
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@joewalkerskateboarding 4 жыл бұрын

Getting sober is like a fish eye lense - you see more. Three great things about this whole experience Chad 1) others can learn from your experience and not repeat the same mistakes 2) they will listen to you because you inspire people and 3) you found skating again and a way to share it with more people than ever before. You’re a legend mate

@danielmcginnis5134 4 жыл бұрын

dude as i hear you talk your life is just like mine im going to get sober TODAY. thanks man i needed to hear this.

@DrewsPools 4 жыл бұрын

How is it going man?

@EliasDeAlmeida 4 жыл бұрын

Hope ur pushing through man

@andrewtallakson6767 4 жыл бұрын

Its a decision you have to keep making. Some days its moment to moment, but it gets better. Keep trying, you got this bud.

@heartshapedfilms 4 жыл бұрын

Keep pushing man.

@BloodFireDeath_ 4 жыл бұрын

4 months later: how's it going, Daniel? Hope you kept at it.

@guybartlett9587 4 жыл бұрын

When you quit a addiction you grow up fast, 30 years for me that's why I can still skate and surf most everyday at 62 years of age.

@surfman72 4 жыл бұрын

That’s so good , I’m 48 clean and sober 13 years . Always surfed and started skating again with my young son now I’m hooked . I want to surf and skate as long as possible.

@plusbonus1165 4 жыл бұрын

@@surfman72 and get into bikes mate .

@BrettOPediaTV 4 жыл бұрын

BRO. Going on 3 years now TOO! No smoking or drinking. Skating every day now for over a year like I used to when I was 20. Skateboarding/Art/Music/Family/Gaming is all more exciting now and I love being 100% present for all of them :) #straightedgeforlife

@wyatthunter987 2 жыл бұрын

Hey man glad you're enjoying life more now! Just a quick question, when you say sober, do you mean no alcohol AT ALL, or do you sometimes have a beer or two, but without getting drunk ?

@howardb.6205 Жыл бұрын

I do feel like my next high is sobriety think it just helps to not feel so alone

@cierabot7126 4 жыл бұрын

It’s awesome seeing other people who are sober in the skate scene, I’ll have 9yrs this December. Thanks for this !

@MegaSavag 4 жыл бұрын

Wasted like 4 years of my life drinking being a waster , thankfully 2 months sober , working and on my a game with skating!

@hypers452 4 жыл бұрын

kevin keaveney Fuck Yeah brother props to you. Getting sober leads to a greater life. Also I love that picture of Dimebag. 🤟🏻

@lvengineerable 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you're still going strong!

@arynmccarty8811 3 жыл бұрын

100 days sober today from heroin. I watch your videos periodically throughout the week and skate everyday before or after work. Learning most my tricks from your channel at the Nashua NH mini ramp. Inspirational especially because I didn't know you were in sobriety until now. I've had alot of experience with recovery and after a decade of treatments and different relapses, I'm still the point where this feels like the path I'm supposed to be on. No regrets, only progression and growth. Thanks for being open about it, helps others who are "ashamed" know that its okay. We all learn one way or another, I'm just grateful to be alive today. 🙏

@masterkief628 4 жыл бұрын

Im a recovering heroin addict about 1 year clean. Im 30 and enjoy the challege of skating. Also I guess I am a sucker for being at the veil. The suspense of fucking myself up but also seeing progress with my skating is really attractive. Congrats on your sobriety and I appreciate your voice. God Bless!

@casey-capri2914 4 жыл бұрын

I'm considering getting sober and just the thought of it is terrifying. It seems like an impossibility at this point but I've been looking back over the past few years and realizing it's just a huge blur and I'm missing out on so much. Good luck to everyone out there in the same situation!

@Bryan-kl5rr 3 жыл бұрын

Any luck man? Hope all is going well bro 👍

@LeBlancDoDesign 3 жыл бұрын

Keep pushing brother!

@Saxofaxo 3 жыл бұрын

AA can help. Good luck!

@albertohart5334 2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck, do your best but don’t overburden yourself, it’s nearly impossible to undo years of habit in a day of motivation, if you convince yourself that that’s how it is, sobriety will appear to be an unclimbable cliff-face rather than a steep hike

@kimboyojimbo579 4 жыл бұрын

I feel you man, I have just over 27 months clean from a 12 yr long heroin addiction. Every day is a struggle but every day that I wake up clean and go to bed clean is a victory in my book. I lost way to many friends to addiction so I salute you man. Congratulations to you on your sobriety it's not an easy accomplishment.

@neloqz8534 3 жыл бұрын

How you doing?

@kimboyojimbo579 3 жыл бұрын

@@neloqz8534 living life one day at a time homie, you?

@nategans5406 4 жыл бұрын

goin on over 3 years myself dude!! life changes for the better when your sober!

@lusty624 4 жыл бұрын

I've totally over thought my comment and rewritten this like 7 times. But this essence of what I'm trying to say: I'm so grateful for you that in amongst making some really terrible decisions you made one really good one. Did you ever imagine that by making changes you would end up where you are now with your channel and new company? They are both some amazing accomplishments!

@evanmadson 4 жыл бұрын

Addiction is the most patient thing in the world. It’ll hide for years just waiting for the right moment. Proud of u bro! I just made it a little over three months. I’ve had 3 DWIs in the past five years, got into coke really bad, etc. skating is helping a lot and I graduate treatment today actually can’t believe it

@shredorama 4 жыл бұрын

Chad.... I want to thank you for taking the time to record this video. There are many fans of yours that are no doubt struggling with addiction. I'm proud of you dude. I'm proud of you for accepting responsibility for your own life and more importantly, for realizing that you deserved the life you have now. God damn my man. Very proud of you.

@benjamimlucas3067 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for being so honest about it, felt really encouraged

@Mikey.shreds 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing I’m 2 months in to going sober now I look forward to many more months and year props dude 🤙🏼

@smacklemore 4 жыл бұрын

You’re an inspiration on the board and off, Chad. Keep it up!

@NamasteNachochan 4 жыл бұрын

Many blessings and thank you for sharing . You are an inspiration 🙏💚

@AdventuresInSkateboarding 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Great experience to share with people. I didn't stop having a drink but when I started skateboarding I stopped "drinking." It wasn't a purposeful decision. I just had less time as I was getting into skating. Additionally I drink cheap beer. I was spend more in Uber and Lyft than I was at a bar. So I stopped going out and used that time to skate. At the same time I offered to drop of my friends on the way to the park and pick them up on the way back. I still have a beer but I no longer go out to drink. Drinking is no longer the activity it is a beverage.

@thomasgenay8437 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats brother! Great inspiring story. Love hearing about people finding their way. Keep living it up every day!

@vincentcallaway4573 4 жыл бұрын

V Congratulations bro! You inspire us to be free and think clearly. Best wishes

@ProgressSkateboarding 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Chad. So pleased you on your current path - we all benefit.

@Heavyt7575 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for spreading hope!

@Geekboarder 4 жыл бұрын

What an awesome video dude, thanks for being super honest !

@baggypop7536 4 жыл бұрын

Love you, Chad! Keep up the good work, your videos have inspired me beyond belief and the skills I have gotten on miniramp after getting back to skateboarding is largely thanks to you and your resilience. Looking forward to all your future videos!

@luizfernandovieira7672 4 жыл бұрын

You are an inspiration in such many ways! Keep on Chad!

@santiagorestrepo2717 3 жыл бұрын

You sharing your story is so encouraging because it shows that you can accomplish anything

@JOSSHBLoris 4 жыл бұрын

Proud of you bro🙏. Keep up the great work!

@stixchampion 4 жыл бұрын

Respect for talking about this . Another step toward breaking stigma on mental health . Thank you

@bargerkenneth 4 жыл бұрын

Best video you've done, Chad. Thanks for sharing your story. If just one young skater chooses a healthy path after watching this,, you'll have made a huge difference.

@davidgoodland6780 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the video brother. I was the exact same, got into partying real hard, quit skating, became a real addict for years(thought people that didn't drink were morons), got the DUI went to jail 7 times over the limit - I literally had blood flowing in my alcohol bro. HUGE lawyer fees and still got the criminal record. Eventually met a lady and had a kid and that changed it for me. Getting back on the board now in my 30's when i never thought i would ever get on a board again. 3 years sober too! Thanks for sharing brother homie!

@jeremyfreetoroam 4 жыл бұрын

Happy for you Chad. Thank you for sharing.

@justinsommers4792 3 жыл бұрын

Good man. Thank you for sharing. I watch you vids, they are great!!

@alexelmagnifico 4 жыл бұрын

One of your best videos Chad. Thanks for opening up with something this personal. Great teaching on your part. Keep up the great work dude!

@Tom-bj7kv 4 жыл бұрын

This is so inspiring to anybody who finds themselves at the bottom of life, stuck in an addiction with no way out. It can get better, just take the first step. Thanks Chad, you’re a great guy.

@alexandreanglade1496 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chad, I was curious to watch this video, I was wondering what kind of dark skate stuff you have to share with us and finally I realized that this video is not about skateboarding at all. I can say that I didn’t imagine you had so many troubles in the past and I am even more happy to see how good you are at skateboarding and also teaching tricks and tips knowing the difficulties you have faced. Congratulations, I am a 1 years skateboarder, I have begun the skateboard too late but I like it and really appreciate the way you explain every tips. I am French so you can imagine how far your work is travelling thanks to the effort that you put in KZfaq. I just want to say thank you, I am learning skateboarding, English practicing every time I am watching videos and now human life tips. Big up and keep going this way, your videos are really useful. Merci l’ami ! 🤙🏼

@jimmynugg 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Chad. I’m so glad you got sober as I’ve learnt loads from you. You’re a gifted teacher and explain things really clearly. Another talent!

@18JR78 4 жыл бұрын

I can relate to your story Chad from tearing my mcl up to drinking and driving on a regular basis. I too felt like a miracle that I never got into a serious accident. Our young brains make the worse decisions when trying to please others rather than thinking logically and taking care of ourselves first. It’s like searching for some sort of acceptance from “friends”. Everyone at that age is trying to figure it out so so I understand and it becomes a mess when we are all together. Many will eventually realize that surrounding ourselves with good people will minimize unnecessary drama and help us grow as people. Clear your mind and stay disciplined with the help of skateboarding, Cheers.

@NeilHesterSkateboarding 4 жыл бұрын

its Interesting to hear peoples stories like this so thanks for sharing, I think what you went through was part of growing up, I don't mean growing up from a kid but there's this extra stage that people don't talk about between your 20's and 30's where perspective on life kicks in and you start to realise things that are important to you beyond just partying which is a lot of people's focus between the time they leave school and their 30's. Drinking definitely has a big impact on our thoughts and behavior, I don't drink much anymore because the days afterwards my mind is fogged, not just with a hangover but with a slight depression and inability to think straight which then stops me being able to do the things i love to do. Since i started skating again 2 years ago I realised i cant skate if I drink, i love skating so much that i just dont drink anymore. Anyway keep doing what you are doing i think you've found yourself and your passion and you are doing a great thing here 👊

@JG-ui4rn 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on staying sober and appreciate you having courage to tell your story. Selfishly, I'm also happy you are sober bc I enjoy watching your videos and watching you skate. Motivates me to get out and hop on a board. Keep on, keeping on!

@OlivertheJoyboy 4 жыл бұрын

Damn dude it’s crazy how you’ve turned your life around. It takes a lot to be vulnerable in sharing a story like this too. So I just have a lot of respect for you. Thanks for sharing this.

@andrew-zr1pf 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Chad. I'm so glad you are now making yourself truely happy again like you use to before the bad times. And also making many other people happy that love to see what you're doing.

@dirtysocl 4 жыл бұрын

Loved your observation of waiting for opportunity vs starting something today, embodying the change, and seeing that people then want to be a part of it. This is the truest realization. Your self awareness and combo of introspection with guts and drive is super rare.

@hawkwind769 4 жыл бұрын

You're amazing Chad. Much respect for telling your story. I hope your message can reach anyone having a rough time. It's so easy to get stuck in a rut and feel like things could never change. The path of least resistance is the way of most. To change things takes energy, the amount Depends on the severity of the addiction. I commend you amigo ✌🏽. I'm so glad I that subscribed to your channel. It's great to hear your story and follow your progress, inspiring, dude, thanks.

@nicoganer5497 4 жыл бұрын

stay strong bro, you're doing a great job with your KZfaq

@3817bm19 4 жыл бұрын

good story bro, thank you for sharing!

@johanfreesk564 4 жыл бұрын

All the cred for posting a really open and honest video that has a lot of value for a lot of people in it. Your story encourages others! You do a really great job man. Been following since you had 700 followers! Congrats to a awesome channel with a lot of value for us viewers ❤️❤️❤️

@yesaeses 4 жыл бұрын

you are so inspirational, Ive been here since 1k man, ur super entertaining and such an amazing person... Keep it up we love u!

@polii5908 3 жыл бұрын

Man, you have to be proud of everything you have reached after that!! Thank you very much for sharing your story with us!! I admire you!!

@ricromrec 4 жыл бұрын

You're a Wonderful sharing person Chad. Keep it going!!! Congrats & further success on your sobriety!

@medeyum 4 жыл бұрын

I love the outlook. Regardless of the vice, they all accomplish the same thing: distract you from yourself. It takes a lot of guts to be open to that part of yourself. Congrats on 3 years, it’s very inspiring!

@skateboardbruh 4 жыл бұрын

Compelling story, thanks for sharing!

@josoriosfhs 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Powerful stuff! 🙏🏼

@thehumblepundit9790 3 жыл бұрын

I'm super glad for you that you were able to overcome your addiction. That says a lot about the type of person you are. Keep it up, brother. I'm pulling for you.

@lasal8613 4 жыл бұрын

My man, you inspire me to seek a deeper understanding and purpose in my life. We can do anything and you Chad have proven it.

@hunterstreet13 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I'm currently getting out of drinking myself and back into skating for the first time in probably 13ish years. It is truly amazing what you can discover about yourself whenever you just put the bottle down. Thank you for your awesome channel!

@Mappy8899 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video so much. Come back to it often. The piece about accountability and waiting for things to just happen for you is so relatable and something I have felt but have never been able to articulate as well as you did. Keep it up man, I am on that path too.

@srvmotoman 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, I had no idea and I have been watching your vids for a couple of years now. First off, congrats on three years. I have recently cut back on drinking significantly as I'm borderline diabetic. This is inspiring brotha!

@bryanbierly6465 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats on 3 years! Keep it going. ☮️

@nicofromtheweb4891 4 жыл бұрын

Good job comrade ! I was on a 2 year sobriety but i fucked up and got drunk so gotta reset that shit. ( i'm 28 and started when i was 12 ) No big deal. If there's people out there struggling with being sober, know that it's ok to relapse or fuck up once in a while. Drinking has been a big part of your life, it's crazy to think you can get out of it like that, it's a fight. Stay strong, keep skating, doing what makes you feel good and keep yourself away from the product. One love!

@SOULDocumentary 4 жыл бұрын

Raw, honest, vulnerable, inspiring! Thank you, Man. You are a stand up dude... ✌️

@justindavisphotography 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Really. I feel it takes a lot of bravery to talk about something like this and you’re setting an excellent example. Thank you.

@denacem 4 жыл бұрын

Really inspiring man, makes me think about my choices. Thanks for sharing!

@phillipdavies9687 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Chad Good on ya man, as a new skater your videos have really given some great inspiration. Keep it up 👍

@bvaage103 3 жыл бұрын

Wow dude thank you for sharing your story! I have a very similar one with 2 DUIs in my 20's. Now in my 30's I'm trying to start skateboarding again after a 10+ year hiatus. I stumbled on your channel and am almost half way through your 50 states series and really enjoying it. You're a huge inspiration, your genuine passion for skateboarding and life are apparent in your content. I just wanted to drop this comment to say THANK YOU for doing what you're doing, and that you're making a difference in my life- and just now learning about your struggles with alcohol made me relate to you even more (I'm still struggling). Stay strong and stay you.

@alexvasquez972 4 жыл бұрын

You're a good person keep doing what you're doing Chad.

@Baticuerva 2 жыл бұрын

Chad, I just found your channel and subscribed. Powerful message here, you are so brave and deserve all the good that's flowering from your efforts. I watched your most recent videos and learned you now have a knee surgery coming up and you're still going hard. That's awesome, and don't worry you've made plenty of content already that I as a new subscriber will enjoy while you recover from surgery. Thanks for your honesty and sharing knowledge on this platform. Keep at it.

@freehammerskateboarding488 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. Going sober is incredibly hard, I've never managed it. As someone going through a rough period of my life I feel the time is coming though. Problem is as soon as I feel stressed or upset I start thinking about drinking.

@thesuperstomper4776 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video and honesty man.

@hardmrj1 3 жыл бұрын

I really like your message, especially about how we each have the power to shape our own lives. Noone is going to step in and hand us what we are looking for just because we think we deserve it or just because we are lucky. We have to make positive and active choices for ourselves to put ourselves out there. Thank you for this reminder.

@reactionsb1 3 жыл бұрын

Dude your channel rules. As a fellow skater in his 30’s I really appreciate your content. Extremely relatable.

@yellabucks8397 3 жыл бұрын

Great job Chad, we are all super proud of you 🤘😁

@wilhemlawrie3967 4 жыл бұрын

Been meaning to watch this, third time it poped up and it’s exactly what I needed to hear thank you.

@MrPopestar 4 жыл бұрын

Kudos to you for being so honest. Inspirational stuff 👍

@markskippy5880 3 жыл бұрын

havent seen you breathless skating ur ass off like this thanks for this brother it looked hard to talk about but much appreciated

@luisogpr 4 жыл бұрын

Love the Puerto Rico board! Blessings from "la Isla del Encanto" my friend. I've been watching your Mini ramp tips for a while and they've been very handy. Keep rippin'!

@0mgwtfsrsly 2 жыл бұрын

Late reply but thanks for sharing your story, being vulnerable, and just keeping it real. It made an impact on me and I appreciate it.

@Slightpvp 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing man. I started skating again recently and your miniramp videos helped me get back into it, after not even a week I had like 15 tricks down and I took a 10 year break from skating.

@DavidHoughton17 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this experience. I am really glad you are doing better. You are an inspiriting skateboarder & role model.

@chriscamo5778 4 жыл бұрын

Props to you bro, you’re an inspiration and it’s awesome that you open up about your life, happy to see you’ve overcame and accomplished. 👍💯

@sosafam8110 4 жыл бұрын

I just want to say congratulations! I’ve been clean for almost 8 months I fought Opiate and benzo addiction it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I wish I had a way to share my stories to help people wish I could show every addict how much more amazing life is with out drugs and alcohol. There’s so much more living to be done and when your in your Addiction you can’t see that. My names Marc thank u for ur videos

@Poltergits-Lampost 3 жыл бұрын

good work dude! Inspired stuff (approaching 8 years dry👌) keep it up

@overtonesnteatime198 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Chad this helps me so much

@pieroee1424 4 жыл бұрын

Very Inspiring Video!! Keep up the work!

@Bahomar 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing your story!

@judderzm2252 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching you skate well done on staying sober your a good guy

@joelredmond5506 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome story bro! I’ve been sober for almost a year and a half and your story sounds a lot like mine. Keep it up and keep shredding!

@robbiesimmons5287 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing your story Chad, i can definitely relate to wanting to skate but not doing so because of my addictions. Very encouraging and inspirational to see you're on the up and up! love ya vids. peace from australia

@kybeckx 3 жыл бұрын

Respect bro well done. First you inspired me to learn transition after like 20 years of being street only and now you are starting to make me want to be a better human too.

@dbandthekings9206 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I know it’s old but it’s very poignant and completely helpful. Thank you for your honesty.

@Insomniuhh 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story. I'm in my 3rd month of sobriety and am trying to find that passion again. This video was a nice little uplifting video for me this morning.

@ShortTumors 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you got outta that man.. i lost two of my favorite uncles and my dad.. they were all victims of alcoholism... boozing is overrated and life is much better without it..#LIVELIFE #LOVELIFE

@francobaudino6938 3 жыл бұрын

I think your comments on “becoming someone or something that others want to be a part of” is so useful even to people who haven’t gone through a period of addiction. It’s just plain old good advice. Keep shreddinn

@RikRiorik 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Stumbling, falling, getting back up and refocusing. Few things are as uplifting as fellow human beings overcoming adversity.

@sonnypearce5279 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going through the same thing right now. Over three months sober, found skating again a year and a half ago and things have never been better! Trying to skate everyday if possible and staying healthy! You're an inspiration Chad!

@andresrodriguez7009 4 жыл бұрын

You’re an inspiration man!! Can’t wait to skate with you one day.

@martijnsmit6086 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this very very personal thing. It takes a lot of courage to be so open about yourself. In a way, you can consider yourself to be a very lucky person. Not many people are willing or able to evaluate their own behaviour, face their faults or weaknesses, and thereby learn. Leave alone people who are struggling with alcohol. When alcohol becomes an addiction, it becomes almost impossible to face the problem - the problem is simply denied, and all the resulting trouble is due to other causes. You faced yourself, and managed to change. You were lucky that you were able to do that. But in a way, you can even be lucky that all this happened to you, because it made you a wise man. Of course, you must be given credit too. You made the change, you made it happen. Be proud of that. I have dealt for over 10 years with someone who could not make the change. I was almost going down together while trying to fix, save and solve problems which just kept coming and coming. Then i started skating, and it made me understand that i needed to change. I had to stop trying to solve someone else's problem, and focus on my own life. On what i want to do, on what makes me happy. Just like you explain. Once more, thanks a lot for this revelation.

@powellajosh 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. Respect.

@cgmtv 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. You had a great comeback, tho. You are one of the honest/ friendly looking, down to earth, very-good skateboarder KZfaqr out there!