Jack, my prayers are with you!! I will celebrate 2 years alcohol free come the first week of August.

Jack, I'm a queer and I'm also trying to get sober. Wanted to thank you for sharing your inner self with your listeners. The only other thing I wanted to say and I hope you appreciate the compliment is that you are an amazingly handsome man with a great body. Which means you are nice to listen to and certainly nice to look at! 😊❤

Great conversation. 😊

I would love to hear the story.

OHHH JACK THANKS YOU BROTHER LOVE DAVID😀🥰😀🥰🥰🥰🥰

You should share your whole story in order to help all who have tuned in.

Jack

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A definite yes from me too. Yes,interesting for those who've not been exposed to grooming(like an outsiders perspective).But also really helpful for anyone currently going through it.Always makes things easier/comforting knowing others have experienced it too..like that sense of solidarity ya know❤

The difference between a woman and a male friend cancelling plans last minute is that you know your friend for a long time and you are certain of yours relationship, as for the woman - you still are not certain about your relationship and what she thinks/feels so it bothers you more. It works vice versa too.

Its actually soo refreshing to hear from a guy who has come through such tragedy just self reflecting in an honest way..... really helping me understand there are men out there who do think coherently and arent all consumed with what other people will think of their story. Enjoy your vids and keep it up ! Do you find girls you meet are put off by the fact you were abused? Must be a hard one to navigate if they are, and really nasty too... love from the UK x

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You are gorgeous

You could be saving a lot of other young men from what you endured and validating those that have wanted to speak out but were afraid that they wouldn’t be believed. You are a brave man Jack.

Saw your first interview with Mark back when it dropped and was hoping there would be an update. Saw the update and was happy to see things are still on the up and up for you. Then heard you had a channel so had to look you up and I am glad I did. You're doing amazing! The interviews are natural and your solos are very deep. One thing that really hit was a comment you made - and I wish I could remember the video and the exact words you used - you said you were tired of bleeding on people that didn't cut you. Those are strong words dude and it takes a lot for someone to realize that. And your writing the letter to your abuser and the steps taken to remove that negativity from yourself. If telling the whole story of the abuse is what you feel is the next step to moving past then I don't think it will be seen as poor taste. Your story could help others who have suffered the same or are suffering from it now to help them to take the steps needed for help. Also I found you and Hutch have a channel! He was another favorite of mine with Mark. So I will be going there next. All the best to you man! 🤘

As I said before when you first asked us about whether we wanted to hear this, absolutely you may help someone else that's in the same situation and I'm sure that there are other kids that have gone through this similar situations.

Hi Jack Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa. Really enjoying your channel and living with you through your experiences. Please make a video of your abuse and the grooming leading up to it. I, too, was sexually abused as a young boy.

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Hello! Im Wanda from Iowa. Saw you on SWU and followed you here. I wish you the best ❤❤❤❤❤

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It helps.. nice chest. Why dont you cut your hair under arms?

I would love to hear the comple story

If you’re comfortable, yes please

From what I understand, you were not the only kid he did this to, and if you heard womens' voices, there are/were other nefarious people involved. You might want to do this in collaboration with the other kids/men. You are not alone. This has happened, and continues to happen to thousands even millions of other boys and girls. Just remember you are not alone or unique. God bless.

I think you may help others who may be going through the same thing or have gone through it. It is very brave of you to tell the entire story Jack and I am so sorry you ever had to go through this!!

yes

would love to hear the story

The Sacraments of the Catholic Church are amazing guys fyi

This physical journey is a certifiable sh*t-show in the duality realm of flesh and spirit. You can often live blissfully ignorant, completely clueless to truth and reality, or you can choose the narrow path of truth, exponentially more difficult. The truth sets free, yet we live in a world drowning in lies. The endless struggle between good and evil! ❤

Ik we’re not suppose to vote twice but.. yes Bc I can absolutely see/understand/relate 110% synonymously as to how you relate using your looks/eyes as speech as a powerful tool that can persuade any situation etc etc was any of it self learned and stimulated behavior as a young strapping lad? Or could any of it come from the enticement of a Mafia type situation turned a bit cross hotel-ish?

Hello, Jack! I am one of those who have not experienced any sexual abuse (I think) but is just curious about knowing the entire story 🌿 Your honesty and vulnerability is very refreshing, especially after all you've been through. You are an is inspiration to me 😊

Well, only since you asked, your thumbnail just happened up on my list and since you were handsome, I like your ink and the title said, "Welcome in", so I clicked on you. I knew nothing about you and I don't know who Mark is. So, you're pleasant to listen to (easy to watch too, but I already said that), and it was easy to hang around to see what you had to say. Apparently we have things in common aside from the gym. Again, I know nothing about your addiction or whatever it is, but I'm glad you are where you are now. It's great you had/have those who have helped you in what you term, recovery. I've heard that term before, but even as someone who had a very bad habit with alcohol and cigarettes, I'm not as familiar with it in practice. I gave up those habits I had to my shock and amazement. but I'm not in any recovery. I simply don't do those things anymore. Unlike some I've heard of, I may be unique in that I do not desire those things either, not even just a little. At one point I thought I would probably die doing those things because I could drink way too much and too often. And when I did, I was compelled to smoke cigarettes. So between the both of them, it made it very difficult to act like (and smell like) a normal person, but I did. Later, I would drink at all times of the day, starting with a screwdriver at wake-up time. No need to go into my daily routine, but it was rather miserable. Then one day, some three and a half years ago, I had drank enough (too much) for the evening, drunk enough as was usual, and I smoked my last cigarette. And before I lay down, I said to my drunken self, "this is the last day I'll ever do this". I woke up the next day with the same hangover I did every other day. Damn, that was always bad. This time I stuck to my word. After drinking and smoking for 40 years, I had stopped. I have had no desire for a drink or a cigarette since that day. And I'm around people who do all the time, I kiss my boyfriend after he's had drinks and a cigarette and and think nothing of it; actually doesn't taste bad, but maybe it's just him. And I am never tempted. I used to be surprised, but it's just my life now. So it's almost as though it never existed. Now I go to the gym so much, everyone knows me. Years ago, I had tried to stop, having been directed to AA, but while it may not be a religious organization (I believe it is), it takes religious faith to make it work. I am not a religious person, so that part of it will not work on me. It appeared to me to try to break you down to next to nothing and make you feel like shit so you think the only way to go is up, and to make one feel like they need help from either a deity or someone else or both. They make you feel like you have no control, at least what I was exposed to did. I didn't like that philosophy as it was presented to me, but that was only my experience, not to say that was yours, and obviously it wasn't. I had also for a time experienced an instant habit to meth, but I also overcame that on my own, once I separated myself from the people I knew who did that. One typically does not do that type of drug on their own. My "healing" was self-induced and it is not ongoing; it doesn't need to be. I realized I was not an "alcoholic", I was habitually attracted to it. In simple terms, drinking and smoking was a habit, not a "disease". I'm not a doctor and cannot heal a disease, but I can stop a habit, and I did. I drank because I was used to it and I enjoyed it. Once I stopped doing it, it was no longer a habit and I had no desire to do it anymore because the benefits outweighed the historical alternative. Two weeks after my head had cleared, I saw things differently; some things as I never had. It's been 4 years now, but I still see things I did not notice before. Life is too interesting now to cloud it with alcohol. I do smoke weed, but it is medicinal, it's just my thing and I'm not giving everything up. It does not incapacitate me like alcohol did. Society made me think "recovery" was a life-long ball and chain battle with myself. Something I'd have to "endure" the rest of my life. Some type of misery I'd carry around that would haunt me every time I saw someone enjoying a drink or a smoke. Where could I go where people weren't drinking? OMG dude, what a crock the whole thing was. It was this simple. One night I'd had enough. I said I it was my last night - and it was. That is my secret. There is no book, no sponsor, no god, no organization, no guilt, just something I no longer do or have an interest in. I have two hands and I chose what not to do with them. Thank you for your video. I'm sure I'll learn more about you. I wanted to respond to your invitation before I did, so you would have the perspective of a person who knew nothing about you.

Thanks for being open about it, Jack. I too was sexualy abused when I was very young and understand how it affects us. As much as I wish it hadn't had to you, I appreciate your addressing the problem. Peace be with you.

Yes, absolutely.

I saw you on swu and I love your humility and honesty. I'm not a addict or a recovering addict. My sister died from an overdose and I know that its very hard to get and stay sober. Im here to support you and hope you go a long way. Peace out dude. Keep being you ❤

So proud of you Jack. You’re so brave, hard working, and inspirational. Ohhh and honest. Thank you for your channel. I can’t wait to follow for more insight. ❤ I’ve enjoyed your past videos on SWU. ❤ keep up the great work!

Sound much better! Content very nice! ~~~Thanks for the honesty~~

Just spoke with someone that doesn’t think it’s possible to come out on the other side. Thanks for sharing!

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WELCOME JACK I LOVE YOU I BELIEVE IN YOU I HAVE A GAY FRIEND SCOTTY DYNAMEO'S HUSBAND JUST PASSWAY HEATH SCOTTY LOVE HIS HUSBAND MIKE I ALMOST CRYS FOR THEM THEY ARE SOOO SWEET FRIEND I HAD HOPE SCOTTY STAY STRONG FOR ALL US LOVE DAVID😀🥰😀🥰🥰🥰🥰

Thanks for sharing your story❤

Wow!! I commend ur courage/bravery to speak on such a topic. I’ve only ever known one such man that I’d even remotely discuss such intimacy. 🩵🦋.

Beautiful eyes

Couldn't stop looking at Dustin's crotch. Brothers, we must stay focused!

Your interviews so far have been really profound for me. As an older male, it is a new experience to see two men sit down and talk about REAL issues, feelings, fears, whatever it is. Men being honest and exposing their shame and their worst deeds. No excuses, no blaming others. It is too easy to hate someone for being selffish. Most people are selfish. We are programmed for self preservation. We learn early on how to manipulate to get what we want, but it's usually not what we really need. I would hope, everyone respects honesty. and that everyone respects love. Jack, thank you for doing this idea that you have. I would love to see you also interview men who are your mentors. Men who you think are setting a good example of how to deal with life's challenges. Not a perfect man but someone who has made more good choices than bad, someone who was delt a decent hand in life. It's good to have someone elses perspective once in a while. It's easy to get caugh up in one's own thoughts.

Please tell the full story, Jack. Also, I have never asked anyone this before, does it still have effect on your intimacy? Also, with the length of your relationship with him, what kept you from talking to your family about it? Did it affect your schooling besides the fact that you quit football? Was there shame then? How did you cope emotionally during your relationship with him? When did the awareness actually hit you, if that's what happened? Thanks!! 🤝

If you ever need to release your "ball juice" I will happily volunteer to take it :)

I would definately like to hear the story about this man you met. I bet others would also like to hear it, as I am sure others have experienced similar and would like to know how you coped with it. 👍

Good morning Jack! Do you have my comment with Erick Erikson? I can not find this!

Thanks for sharing your story Dustin