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I quit drinking 7 years ago and went from living under a bridge to getting a job as a dishwasher and im now running the kitchen, owning my own home, two vehicles a kayak and a boat. Im also getting married next year and went from not having kids to 3 this year. I would have never have started drinking if i knew what it was keeping me from doing and what i could achieve.

“The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken.” - Samuel Johnson

In 5 days... I'll have a year of sobriety. Honestly, I never thought I'd be able to say that. EVERYTHING is better, I can assure you. If you are contemplating getting sober, you CAN DO IT!!

I quit drinking back in April of this year. My mother was an alcoholic and I decided that I don’t have time for a hangover or to poison my body. Plus I love who I am when I’m sober and I don’t need drinks to have a good time.

Brother... I was in the Marines myself for 9 years and I struggle every single day. I was drinking around the clock... If I woke up to piss. I was taking a shot of whiskey from the freezer. I still drink about 5 shots daily and slowly trying to get off of it. I was drinking a 5th a day before and even sometimes more than that. I needed to hear this. Thank you.

I was a horrible alcoholic for nearly a decade I gave up and dedicated my life to boxing , i was clean for 3 years 11 months and I relapsed, I'm sober for 24 hours now hopefully I can keep going

25 weeks sober now! Mario, stay strong! It's not easy. I do feel better and especially better spending money on things I need instead of alcohol. I now have a house and a business. Waaay better off now Bro! Stay Strong!

6 years 6 months 14 days sober. I found a great woman that I love. Enjoy work again. Repaired the relationships that I destroyed. Mainly the one with my son. All because I stopped drinking for just one day. That led to the next day then the next and just kept it going.

2 minutes in......and I know this guy is on point. Resonates to the core. God Bless him....and He is.

“What maintains one vice could bring up two children.” - Benjamin Franklin

I would say A major benefit, is being able to trust yourself again. Having confidence that you can do the things that you want to deep in your heart without sabotaging it. To regain that power.

I was never a big drinker but I was a huge binge drinker . Id drink a month worth of alcohol over a weekend and tthen not drink for weeks. I figured what's the point. All I felt was sick and embarrassed at my behavior the day after drinking. I stooped altogether now. If I want a beer there are some tasty non alcoholic beers around now.

My Dad was a functioning alcoholic and destroyed our family. My brother has become the person he hates, which is my dad, and is going down the same road. I was a weekend binge drinker most of my adult life but quit drinking 13 months ago. Quitting was the best thing I’ve ever done besides giving my life to Jesus Christ. Everything you said described me, my brother and my dad. Thank you for making this video.

I’m 17 yrs sober and this channel means nothing unless you get this episode correct. Soberness has changed my life into something I could only dream about.

My mother died of alcoholism. I decided as a kid I’d never touch the stuff. I miss my mom everyday! Mario, you are the real MVP. I’m glad you have PBD to speak into your life!!!

I'm really struggling with alcohol right now. Thank you for this. Seems right on time and it also feels like it was made for me. I feel like it's going to kill me if I don't get it under control. Thank you

I don’t like the person I’ve become. Alcohol brings out the worst in me. Thank you for this video, and the inspiration.

I woke up this morning. After drinking and the first video in my feed was this. Thanks Mario.

I quit years ago... even as just a social drinker, its made a huge impact.

I quit drinking and doing drugs a year ago and it forced me to figure out who I was and I’ve turned into a sportsmen, gotten two raises, bought a new truck, saved my relationship, and am building a little family and to think all it took was to just stop and force myself to face those feelings.

PERSONALLY FOR ME, the things I regret most in life, I did while drunk. Things I wish I could take back, pain I brought to others.. alcohol really hurt me and the people around me.

My father died of alcoholism , suffered an hemorrhagic stroke and died 24 hours after. His brother died of same tragic cause . And the third brother is an alcoholic too. I saw the horror of alcoholism in my family and yet at age 21 I was introduced to it and it took me 12 years to realize that alcohol is my Achilles heel. I hope I will have the courage to stop before it destroys me too. Thanks for this .

I know your suffering been there thank GOD I’m not a part of that life style anymore GOD bless you in your recovery

Haven't had a drop of alcohol in 5 years, don't miss it.

This made me very emotional.. thank you 🙏.. I’m 703 days sober today .. everything he has said is spot on .. everything I have wanted has come to me since I have become sober .. it’s life changing for sure .. if your thinking about getting sober .. please please start your journey today .. for a calmer ,more spiritual , content ,full filling life and the positives are never ending 😍..LISTEN TO THIS MAN 🙏🥰🙏🥰

Great video guys 🙏6+ years sober here and undoubtedly the best decision i have ever made in my life.

You're doing well. Today, I quit. Alcohol messed up a lot of things for me. Thank you.

Good for you! I haven’t drank since January. Best thing for me. Been feeling great!! I had 3 DUIs and drinking has been my only problem in life. I always found myself getting in trouble because I couldn’t control how much I drank when I would drink. I would then black out and do things I would never do sober. I was a such a hateful and dark person. I had money still but not happy. Since not drinking I wake up happy always. I love people now because I now love myself!! ❤️

Day 4 of sobriety, really going to conquer this time... functioning alcoholic, morning, noon, night... hid it well, I think... thank you for your words... gotta get strong, I'm sick right now and I'm still working hard, but it has to be done for my family, for myself, with God's help.... ❤

This video is phenomenal and also hits home. My drinking has spiraled since the pandemic slowly and I'm a shell of myself. I'm functional, get my work done (granted at not my highest level) and make good money but I've lost my self worth. major depression, insecure, negative thoughts, have become a recluse and all the other things you mentioned regarding how alcohol negatively impacts your life. My biggest struggles to stop are being scared I'll have a seizure, missing work and sharing this with others. Want to do it but don't know where to start. Have no family. It's not easy so much respect to you and having an incredible mentor like PBD to help you find the right path. I think about this every damn day!!!!! 😪

This is beautiful!!!!!!!!! You spoke to me directly. We all have some type of addiction. Praying you stay strong , but if you fall, get right back up. Mercy and Grace are real.

I have 10 months clean and sober today praise God.

Thank you, Mario. That was fantastic. I'm 31 and a few weeks sober after a decade-long addiction with alcohol.

Been over 6 months for me and it has had a massive positive impact on my life 🙏

God Bless All ✝️ if your dealing with any kind of substance abuse. Day 6 for me as well. Interesting timing for this clip... Thank you 🇺🇸

I used to binge drink at weekends, and basically had to quit drinking almost completely 8 years ago due to how badly it was compounding my stress, anxiety, and suicidal depression, and I was getting regular blackouts, terrible hangovers and no memory of the previous night. My life is way better now, but I still stay away from alcohol almost completely. I'm scared what kind of mess I would end up in if I ever get drunk again.

Stay strong Mario! Don't ever let those positive habits slide because if you do that creature in the window is always watching and waiting for a crack in your armor! Great message and inspiring! I'm almost 3 years sober and the stuff that has worked the best for me is keeping a checklist of my positive daily habits and never skipping out on them. Never, no matter what!! Hydrate as soon as I wake up, vitamins, Workout hard as hell, sauna followed by cold water exposure, meditate, work my ass off, eat well, then a nighttime routine of journaling, reading, praying, and a good night of sleep. That's some of the basics that I have to and now get to do each and every day to stay sober. Every person is different, but there's definitely something in this little comment that any alcoholic and addict could use in their life! Thanks again and good luck moving forward!

This was right on time! 3 days sober from alcohol.

Alcoholism is one of the worst addictions there is. A lot of people don't realize it, but it's one of the few withdrawals that can actually kill you.

Currently trying to quit, this world is a lonely place and I've only just realized that it's getting the better of me and alcohol is f**king me up! This video is a breath of fresh air and an eye opener, thanks for sharing your story. Peace...

I AM A ALCOHOLIC...I CALLED JESUS CHRIST,THE FIGHT IS BEING WON.

I'm almost 3 years sober from alcohol baby!! I'm happy to hear that your doing well brother

Whatever the addiction, alcohol, shopahol, sexahol, workahol, don't ask why the addiction, but rather what is the underlying pain that is the source for the addiction. Dr. Gabor Mate', The Wisdom of Trauma

5 years sober. I was 33 and had a very successful business. Then the injury. Then the pain. Then the opiates. Lost EVERYTHING. Was knocking on deaths door, and one day I just had enough of that lifestyle. Didn't happen overnight, but after a 4 year run, spending about $60k a year on that stuff, I was tired of being tired. Guess you can call it rock bottom, cause it was. All my friends, family, customers, business associates. Nobody wanted anything to do with me. I either had to get better or no question I'd be dead, especially as Fentanyl started hitting the streets. Anyway, if I can do it anyone can. Rebuilt my business from scratch which wasn't easy. Fast forward to today, life still isn't perfect, but it's pretty damn good.

Thank you Mario I needed to hear this today. I put my workout clothes on and went for a long walk while listening to you 3 consecutive times. Praise Jesus he always puts people in our lives at the right moment. We just need to understand sometimes he is speaking to us through other people.❤️

How lost I am with myself n where I am in this life. How I came across ur video n this message that has hit me straight to my core, I can't describe what is going on right now. Tears just flowing n my heart is breaking down. All I can say is thank u for sharing. 😭😭😭😭 💔

I’ve been sober and clean since July 14th 2016, a little over 5 years. Thank God for the A.A. Program. And thank God for Gods grace to save a wretch like me. Congratulations on your beautiful new life and your sobriety! Keep up the inspirational and helpful words.

Thanks for sharing your story! One day at a time, I’ve been sober for 37 years.

I quit smoking and drinking 19 days ago. Right now I'm 31 years old. To fill the void with better things I started running and working out more than I ever did before in my free time. I know this choice will benefit my future. On the surface it's already showing results. It's fantastic when people care about you, but they can't do the work for you. That drive has to come from the inside. When you know for certain you have to change things up. To whoever is reading this I'm proud of you. Now it's your turn to be proud of yourself.

This actually made me tear up several times. It is such a blessing to be fortunate enough to have such a struggle in life,to then have the opportunity to overcome it,and reap the rewards and wisdom of facing Adversity and overcoming it. I have also lived something similar, and I wish I could pass on the peace and fullness I have these years because of facing my demons every day. This was amazing to hear.Great video.

I just celebrated today at my noon meeting one month of continued sobriety! I am proud of myself. In the end alcohol consumed me and it was all i thought about everyday. It ruined my life for 30 years but i promised myself i wont let it take anymore of my time or energy!

Amazing courage Mario! Never Give Up!

Thank you Mario for being a real friend, for showing me hope, for letting me know that there is hope because lately I just don’t seem to see hope in me with this alcoholic addiction. You are a real one brother. Hope I can meet you one day. God bless you Mario Aguilar for being there for me through this KZfaq video

Mario, Thank you so much for this video. It took a great amount of courage to admit these things publicly to such a large audience. I’m two months down and feeling better than ever! You’ve truly inspired me!

Loads of amazing advise in this video. I'm 8 days in after being an Alcoholic for 20 years. I've thrown "everything" at the problem and like Mario I need and have to be healed and want to be healed. Never give up on yourself and each moment is an opportunity to become someone different ✨️

7 years sober this year 29 December. Life now is unrecognisable from before. From having noting to owning my own house , new car , engaged to love of my life . To say that it all roses would be a lie do . My social life has pretty much disappeared as most of my circle were drinking friends and we just drifted apart and found out I no longer wanted to be around these people. But having a peace of mind and walking down the street with my head held high is worth it. My advice to Anyone thinking about giving up alcohol is do it you will never look back a whole different world will Open up For you . Also don’t feel the need to tell everyone in your circle . They will find out in there owl Time . Look after yourself and do what it takes to get and stay sober . Good luck

I really needed to watch this, great advise. i have been struggling with alcoholism for many years and have decided to get it out of my life. i had my wife and kids and due to my addiction to alcohol i ended up getting deported to mexico 4 years ago. i'm determined to have a better future and be reunited with my kids, here's to my first day sober

Thank you for being brave enough to share. We all have addictions-finding out what they are is the courageous part.

Right from the heart, man. You're strong and caring and thank you so much for sharing this, in the name of community and not only. Stay strong and give it all!

Proud of you man. On a similar path myself.

I am only 2 minutes in and I am so impressed with how well spoken and articulate you are! I have never heard it described better than this and it resonates with me so much. You are truly inspiring thank you. Thank you for sharing your story! 🙏 ❤️

I’d been struggling with alcohol for over two years and I’ve been completely sober since the past 4 days. When he said “I don’t know why I choose to do what I do”, I completely related to him cuz that’s exactly what I told my mother the last time I woke up after passing out. I’ve finally, 200% resolved to quit every vice ranging from smoking weed, cigarettes, nicotine to other drugs and alcohol. I never want to put those substances in my system ever again. I’ve lost valuable time, made terrible decisions and let myself get influenced by extremely dumb, toxic and mindless people around me. It’s better to be alone and heal yourself than staying around bad people who have no positive impact over your life. Good people will eventually come, but first we have to become worthy of healing. Special thanks to PBD for addressing a very important issue that continues to haunt generations after generations of young men and women losing out on exponential growth in pursuit of momentary satisfaction from substances. Will update here every month!

This is one of the most honest, inspirational revelations I've heard! Thank you. I intend to listen to it many times.

Thank you so so so much this, I'm an entrepreneur and I struggling with alcohol abuse after the loss of my partner in business who also happens to be my Dad, I have left all weight on my wife aswell as kids

Thank you for your message brother . Your message definitely resonates with me, I have a life changing story too similar to yours and my life is so much better now. God bless you and your family.🙏👍

I have a serious drinking problem, I know its bad for my health but I enjoy it, it helps me be the most fun version of myself. Life seems bleak without it. I love myself and my life its just more enjoyable drinking

Going throught now to the tee. Gonna go to a rehab to help. I want to make changes!! Thank u for this video

Thanks for sharing such a personal journey !

This is Gold Mario! Vulnerability is strength. Thanks for leading the way ❤️

Most honest content on stopping alcohol I've seen. Thank you!

My husband is an alcoholic. I just hate it that he leaves to always go to drink. Like he does try to deal with life. I feel his neglected and abandoned by him. I feel anger towards him because of the drinking. He doesn't care if we have bills gas in car . I'm left to figure things out. So his married to himself. I feel he doesn't notice me at all. I feel sad I just wish my husband would man up be a husband and work on our marriage sober and keep his job. His lost so many great jobs because of his drinking. I can't trust him to do things . If he says his going to the store I feel he may really go to drink for weeks. Thanks for your testimony and sharing. It's good to know some people make it.

Incredibly well said. Fantastic story. Great message. Ive been off alcohol for over 8 months. One of the best choices I ever made. Life changes In a big way. Learn to love yourself if you don't know how to already. I love you! Have a great day friends 🤠

Thanks Guys..... Patrick, always raising our awareness!! Mario, Good luck brother!!!

So powerful, Mario! This really resonated with me... outwardly very successful but inwardly hurting. We can all make the change we need to

Quitting alcohol became a lot "easier" for me when I started exercising literally every single day.

Thank you, Mario, for telling us your story. You never know when peeling that layer will impact others positively. You went from hero to guide, and we all appreciate it. Keep it up and remember why you want to be the current and future you. No backsteps, push forward!!!

Thank you Mario for your courage and the strength to share a piece of your personal life! People love stories, but especially ones that they resonate with! When one changes on the inside and finds ones identity, the results are seen physically! You bring a sense of healing and hope to the one’s who listen! To say you’ve changed a life is an understatement. Much Gratitude 🙏🏽

This is great right here! Very happy for you. Problem I’m having is finding who I want to be. Where I want to channel my energy, and where I want my life to go. Great job man! #KEEPPUSHING

You are quite a down to earth guy and I’m sure it took a lot of intestinal fortitude to make this video. To share your experience in order to help others. God bless you and thank God for your friend.

What a wonderful story that says things that everyone should hear! Good luck with your journey!

Powerful. Takes courage to be so transparent. Thank you

I’m 2 months sober today. I’m all in. Alcohol is bigger than me. I won’t mess with it. I don’t need it. Gods bless brother.

It’s almost 5am right now still drinking. My wife and kids are asleep and I feel like a failure. I hate who I have become. I want to change so bad. If I died tomorrow my family would have nothing because I’ve spent so much money on my addictions. Thank you for this video I really needed this. Tomorrow I’m going tell my wife what’s happening with me and how I want to change. This video hit me right in the feels. Thank you.

This is a very powerful and well articulated clip. I salute you and admire you. Your clip has given me strength and many others.

Thanks Mario, this is dope stuff! This is an important topic. More of these please!💯

Thank you for sharing Patrick. I am terribly sad and trying to find reasons to keep going. Never been like this. Never thought I would be injured so terribly. Thank you. Erin

19:09 me to a T. I did not expect this video to bring me to such an emotional upheaval this morning. Thank you so much for this video. So many of us suffer in silence with our addictions. Mine has been for 20 years. I’m only 28. Thank God for our mentors/ leaders/ friends who will point out our problems when they are recognized. Thank you!!

Thank you so much I’m going through a lot right now and I needed this at this exact moment more than ever before thank you

I haven't had a single drink in over 1 year and 9 months. One of the best decisions I've ever made. Not that I had a problem with drinking but I felt the party years in my early 20s were wasted on frivolous drinking and partying. Since I stopped drinking I've been more productive than ever before, made more money then ever before and learned to be one with myself. When you stop drinking you also learn very quickly who are the people you actually enjoy spending time with. I recommend everyone trying sober for at least 90 days. I can guarantee you will see tremendous positive results in your life!

Great video brother, thanks for putting this together and posting. The effects of alcohol on our bodies and our lives is tremendous, often without even realizing it. This is a message many of us need to hear.

Thanks so much for sharing and thanks to Patrick for sharing his platform for us to be able to listen to this man share his story

I've lost my self esteem and self confidence living with an alcoholic 😔

First and foremost, thank you man. I have watched a lot of videos and read a ton of books, however this really hit home for me. Finally being sober has completely changed my life and I am honestly just starting on my new journey. I lost so many jobs, friendships, relationships, and self love from alcoholism. Everybody has a different rock bottom so to speak, but it comes down to truly wanting change. Most importantly change for yourself and not because other people want you to. I was so exhausted and I could feel it in my soul. My final wake up call was spending almost a week in the ICU and having to medically detox safely. When I was sitting all alone in the hospital late one night, I had to reflect on where I am in life and all the decisions I have made up to that point. I needed to reflect on all of the people that I have hurt or let down. I had to hit pause on everything around me and just realize that exact moment. Looking at all the IVs sticking out of my arms I knew right then and there that I love myself way more than this. That I (like all of you) am truly deserving of happiness regardless of my mistakes. Most profound thing I noticed was my true calling. That as soon as I get myself better, I AM going to figure out a way to help others. To let others know that they are loved and they deserve to be healthy and happy. Watching your video cemented that more in me. For that, I am sincerely grateful. For anyone struggling with addiction, I wish you nothing but the best and hope you all realize that you are loved and have sincere untapped potential. We can’t give up. We have to love ourselves and learn to meet ourselves again in a whole new light. 🤙🤘

Man, that was so genuine! Superb video! Awesome job overcoming your addiction. I respect Pat a lot more now, for being there for you, when you needed it!

Thanks for making this video brother. You dont know how much your experiences and your words of encouragement will inspire and bring up those that are suffering whether with addiction or with the daily struggles of life or life situations. Bless you. May peace forever be with you. Love and respect.

I really appreciate the words. I cried throughout the vid becuz of the pain I'm feeling due to the poison. It's a war & Those who created this poison knew exactly what they were doing. In the midst of my addiction & pain, I still send love & positive energy to everyone reading this. Please don't stop. We will overcome this. I promise 🙏

I quit smoking cannabis 15 years ago, as I was a really heavy smoker and it was having a negative impact on my life. Now I’m in a much happier place, and I’m glad to see that you’ve found yours now that you quit drinking.

Thank you so much. The genuine hope and information you give here brought me to tears. This was perfect timing and im really gonna go for it.

Thanks for pouring this out man. It's courageous, inspirational and very helpful!!!