20 Questions with a Crystal Meth Addict (Q&A)

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Q1 0:10 What is my name?
Q2 0:14 Born & Raised?
Q3 0:22 Drug of Choice?
Q4 0:28 How long did you use?
Q5 0:35 How long have you stayed awake from meth?
Q6 1:07 What does meth feel like?
Q7 1:37 What led up to your drug use?
Q8 2:50 Is meth popular where you live?
Q9 4:11 How were your friends & family effected by your drug use?
Q10 5:59 What were some of the negative side effects to using meth for you?
Q11 7:29 How did you use the drug?
Q12 8:31 How would you spend your time while on the drug?
Q13 9:28 Have you ever been to a Drug Rehab?
Q14 10:03 What was your experience with Drug Rehab like?
Q15 11:58 Have you ever been to Jail/Prison?
Q16 12:08 What's one of the most Frightening things you went through in active addiction?
Q17 14:29 Are you willing to share a Drug story/War story when in active addiction?
Q18 17:33 What have you learned having gone through addiction?
Q19 18:35 How do you stay clean?
Q20 20:56 Any words of encouragement to anyone out there struggling or anyone out there that knows someone struggling?
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@kaiw1182 3 года назад

I’m on day 3 of being sober and feel like complete shit...it’s not easy but this video gave me some motivation to stay clean. Thank you.

@vanessacontreras841 3 года назад

I’m proud of you, please keep it going! You deserve so much better for yourself!♥️💪🏼

@jameemaree4602 3 года назад

So proud of you!!! How are you doing now!

@kaiw1182 3 года назад

As of this morning I’ve been clean 39 days 🙂

@vanessacontreras841 3 года назад

I love this. I can’t wait to read another update from you!♥️

@jacindad4043 3 года назад

I see this comment was 2 months ago.. update?! If you’re still going at it, keep up the work! If you fell down, get back up and do it again!

@MorphineDrip 2 года назад

I’m celebrating 17 months Clean and sober from Ice and Alcohol and 4 months Smoke Free. Yay 🥳🎂🥳. We can Overcome ODAAT 👊

@maryu8328 Месяц назад

hi. Wondering how your journey's been since then. things still good?

@963ag Год назад

What an articulate young man - with so much potential! I wish him the best on the long road of recovery. I am dealing with this situation as my husband is an addict. But what makes matters worse is that he is denial, doesn't want help, doesn't have health insurance, his family are big enablers - and I am the only one wanting to help, but I am disabled with many chronic health issues and don't even drive.

@malcolmsmith8694 3 года назад

This is the best video I've seen. God please help the people who are in trouble with this drug.

@chelseyradzak9420 4 года назад

Big thumbs up to how far you’ve come. I can only imagine the strength and energy it takes to beat this type of illness. This message shows there is hope to get through these addictions. Thank you.

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Chelsey Meier That’s the idea! Just want to share my story in the hopes I can help a couple people out 🙏🏼

@wadeatkinson4766 4 года назад

Scare me

@treffy.x9567 3 года назад

Been using for 3yrs,..first year was the worst, last year was stressful no job and an addiction... Beginning of this year I got my first job. Never wanted to go to rehab because I believe in a strong sense of mind will. during the week Monday to Friday I abstain totally because really don't want lose this job and go back to that depression and constant stress about being broke yet still wanting to get the next hit.... Although I'm truly proud of the progress I've made shamefully I use every Saturday still. This video really spoke out to me.... I believe I can totally leave it without any rehabilitation assistance just really wanting to see me better myself daily has become my strongest tool with the addiction... Saturdays is really one day I need to find something else to keep me busy.. Work during the week is work now it's my free time I have to deal with. But thanks Jake I truly related you know addiction takes anyone... Rich, poor.. Witty and the less intelligent but we all equally have one powerful organ that can really control the ways of our lives.

@deadcalifornia 3 года назад

I quit cold turkey about a year and a half ago. the fact you can use only once a week is a really big deal. You’re almost completely sober my friend. The urge for that next hit was with me for months after quitting, but it goes away, and you come back. Good luck.

@diannaposey7082 3 года назад

Does an addict ignore people?

@paulagutierrez4615 3 года назад

You're resilient asf, this is why I don't judge addicts anymore. I've been around them when I was hospitalized for my depression and you're right they can be really intelligent people addiction can happen to literally anyone

@gazingupwards6387 Год назад

They are more likely to be intelligent because intelligent people are curious

@kimberlyroberts2533 3 года назад

Just lost my father to meth....it was a long battle. Clean for 13 years and relapsed and died within a few years. This drug is the devil....

@DeaderEyeland_1983 10 месяцев назад

I'm sorry to hear that. Sounds like my good buddy. He spent 3 yrs in prison, got a degree and won his daughter back. Relapsed the day he got out and died smh.

@kimberlyroberts2533 10 месяцев назад

@@DeaderEyeland_1983 so sad :( It was just too powerful 🙁

@Nina_Olivia 10 месяцев назад

It is the devil, it’s truly evil. I’m so sorry for your loss.

@kimberlyroberts2533 10 месяцев назад

@@Nina_Olivia thank you sweets!

@jtranmer64 9 месяцев назад

Wow, sorry to hear. Maybe he wouldn't have died if you both didn't see drugs as an evil demon and stopped being drama queens about it.

@rubyrose571 2 года назад

Base on my experience after getting high on meth takes away depression, makes you numb from the pain but once the high is gone the depression comes back doubled.

@vickypennington5237 2 года назад

I'm so glad you made it. But better than that you have compassion for others. Thank you for caring.

@rebelfoley4576 2 года назад

Took alot of guts to put this out there man so one ex meth addict to another I totally respect this and I totally related to every word ya said 👍 sadly after almost a year of being clean I relapsed a few days ago cuz of a death in my family who I was close with just troubled my mental health and its illness and this video inspired me to just stay away from it for my sake and my family much love man and thank u for the video

@JakeMcCollum 2 года назад

I’m sorry for your loss. I’m proud of you for going a year without it and just remember sometimes relapse is apart of the process. Can’t tell you how many times I relapsed before having the time I have now. What’s important is that we just get back up and keep trying every day.

@emmavardanega9700 3 года назад

Stay strong. And keep up the awesome lived experience interviews and info vids Jake. I'm so glad I found this vid - bless up from Em xx (all the way from Brisbane, Australia)

@debbieann4370 3 года назад

I really appreciate the background where you shoot each question. Remarkable places in Dallas. Reach me out when you are in Dallas again. Keep going!! You are an incredible smart guy!!

@miscosoft 2 года назад

I'm so thankful for running across your channel. You are hope.

@annmcneil9248 2 года назад

Impressive Jake! I’m so happy for you. I fully realize how much work it must’ve been for you. My family member that I worry about so much and my own life has been negatively impacted so much isn’t anywhere near realizing he has a problem or at least admitting he has a problem I just don’t know what to do anymore it’s inspiring to see someone who is doing so much better. Gives me hope

@alicedalba3554 3 года назад

Good for you. You’re being true to yourself! And to mention, your educating persons on self medicating. Please keep up the important information.

@barbaradanforth5057 3 года назад

Thanks Jake...I heard just what I needed. God bless you!

@666dielawn666 Год назад

Good job Jake. I'm a little over 2yrs clean n sober myself. Been having a tough time lately and of course thoughts of using still come from time to time. Watching this helped me remember why I cleaned up. Thank-you.

@mollytheda9273 2 года назад

Powerful. Thank you for sharing.

@margaretellis6027 3 года назад

Thanks so much, you are inciteful and inspiring and bring hope. Thanks for helping people out with your words.

@demondeshun2213 3 года назад

I really needed to see this . I thank you and wouldn't mind meeting you . I don't have no one to talk to smh but this helped . Take care and keep dropping these videos for the ones who need it

@marniemarn4574 3 года назад

Thank you for this candid Q&A. I know almost nothing about this drug, and I appreciate your perspective. Please stay on the path your on. You’re stronger than you could possibly know. ‘You are fearfully and wonderfully made’. God Bless

@MZ-mu6om 2 года назад

Truely appreciate you brother !!! I got so many answers and a better understanding of what meth addiction is about. I have a brother who is battling with meth and I'm hoping that I can be of some help for him because I don't want him to die. Thank you for helping all of us . God bless you.

@dnishababin9904 3 года назад

Congratulations Jake!!! Super proud of you🥰 I dk you but I was doing some research!!! Glad I found your channel!!!! Thank God you have changed your life!!! So many have passed away so young and a life with so much potential!!!!

@shannameissner3917 4 года назад

Jake, I’m proud of you! Great video your videos are helping a lot of people. Keep up the good work...👏🏻😀

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Shanna Meissner Thank you ☺️ Trying my best!

@timberwolf5631 3 года назад

*CONGRATULATIONS!* Keep on keeping on, Jake!

@missta1820 3 года назад

Thanks Jake...appreciate your words on this subject. Helps me to understand addiction.

@hollylungu3030 2 года назад

You’re awesome, thank you for all the insight

@reagandenny 3 года назад

Great video.. clean 10 years... but totally relate. It is a disease for people like myself with mental health issues. Glad I'm clean.. miss the euphoria. My story wasn't suppose to end with addiction. Peace brother. I understand.

@themetalprincess 3 года назад

I lost my wife to meth addiction. I have never been involved in drugs, so I have been trying to learn about why ppl do this stuff and is it possible to help someone get off if they are a bad addict. My wife became a completely different person when she began using. She kept it secret although she couldnt hide the effects of her use. What it did to my wife, I did not even believe was possible. I lost my life because of her addiction

@romac4607 3 года назад

The unspoken victim, very sorry for your misfortune. Nothing you did or lost will ever be redeemed.

@themetalprincess 3 года назад

@@romac4607 Your comment means alot. Thank you. So many people dont understand how pure evil this stuff is. It is a weapon used to destroy peoples lives.

@tesiemarie8942 3 года назад

I’m so sorry for your loss.

@themetalprincess 3 года назад

@@tesiemarie8942 Thank you Tesie. You always hear stories about the addicts, but not so much about the broken lives of the people who shared a life with the addicts and who had their lives destroyed as a result of their loved ones addiction and were left behind. No words on RU-vid could ever describe what I have been thru, but it is nice to know that there are geniunely nice people out there who do care. Thank you for kind words!

@tesiemarie8942 3 года назад

@@themetalprincess I lost my mom to addiction. I was a child and often times I’d have to take the needle out of her arm after she’d fallen asleep. I’d stay awake at night to make sure she didn’t die in her sleep. It was so hard growing up that way. I’ve had my share of being around drugs. The whole family suffers. It’s heartbreaking. I believe seeing this growing up made me realize that’s not how I want to love. I don’t even smoke cigs. I pray that you are at peace now in knowing she is no longer suffering. It’s hard letting so. I’m still not 100 ok yet. But, you are strong.

@lostinthecloud_ 3 года назад

I learned something new today, sir. Thank you. I hope you're having a good day. 🙏

@tomsmalley8899 3 года назад

You're the kind of guy who would be a very special friend to anyone who met you

@mikefixac 2 года назад

Just came across the channel. Jake, you're a good man. Better than me. I've never had a drug addiction, but in an odd way, you are an inspiration. Thank you.

@timelessmusicfamilymusic9175 3 года назад

I admire your complete honesty. Just continue staying positive.🙏

@JakeMcCollum 3 года назад

Timelessmusic Familymusic Thx 😊 Will do 💪🏼

@jenniferbruce9551 3 года назад

Good job dude I've done a lot of drugs in my life and I worked in recovery for many years I like the way you laid that out I think you're going to be a lot of help to a lot of people blessings to you and your family

@rosea9085 3 года назад

Fantastic video :) I’m sharing it on FB. Never give up! You’re on a good path.

@malcolmsmith8694 3 года назад

God bless you man! Great video.

@peeweelickdoughal639 4 года назад

This is the most informative and positive video to understand what meth does to an individual, many of us who have never used but have loved ones who are struggling this is a great video and it kept my attention the entire time thank you

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

peewee lickdoughal Thank you so much 😇 That really does mean the world to me. Just hope and pray the video helps out a couple people! 🙏🏼

@lehighstar474 11 месяцев назад

Good stand up and honest fellow....i too is from Texas,,i grew up in the Killeen,,Temple area....good too see your doing ok

@gregorysmart2545 День назад

I love this video. I can completely relate and it was a very enjoyable video. I am in sober living, working the steps with a sponsor (on step 1). Keep up the great work brother. Together we can do what I can’t.

@choomax9798 4 года назад

Such a good video, well organized valuable contents. Love it!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Choo Max Thank you! 😇

@randygenasetzer9130 3 года назад

Yes...totally agree.❤

@chemicallystimulated476 3 года назад

Oh whatever

@lynnramage9036 3 года назад

Great video! Keep up the great work Jake!❤

@richard85121 3 года назад

Bravo ... congratulations on your frank honest testimonial and for overcoming your addiction.. not an easy task ... you still have your whole life ahead of you ...I’m 64 and made it out to climb back to the top of my game ... blessed and grateful .. good luck

@Sylvankay57 3 года назад

Thank You for Shaing!💚

@jeannieaustin4147 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing your experience, strength and hope Jake! #realtalk

@ssggvveqrckssggvveqrck2097 3 года назад

You are a good guy and please keep this way forever! You will have a great future

@savage86247 3 года назад

Thank you for this. Your mental health before using is strikingly similar to how I was and the same reason I started with meth. Good job man with getting off this drug. It's very inspiring for people like me.

@fernie9123 2 года назад

Dude your so cool I hope you know that man, most ppl can’t talk about this stuff but your stronger than that

@nancychristie118 Год назад

Thank you for sharing.

@vicarious6416 3 года назад

Your an inspiration Jake thank you

@anitamaye857 3 года назад

Good for you Jake. Keep it up

@darlenel9226 2 года назад

Excellent video, lovely man ❤️

@mkhiraga 3 года назад

Well done, mate! Good luck on your journey!

@nothingmatters298 3 года назад

thanks you for the honesty im in inpatient long term right now

@elenakadman2805 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing ❤️

@ChrisDeRoseTech 10 месяцев назад

The way you change the scenes here was a great idea for keeping the video interesting 👍🏻

@jhanimalluvr5932 3 года назад

I’m a 4 year addict. I really appreciate your talk.

@mrawm 4 года назад

Well done on this video Jake - Raw, honest answers here. Keep being your best! 💪

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Matthew Rawley Doing my best! 😅 Thank you sir 🙏🏼

@staceycorteville6756 3 года назад

Cudos to you! I'm glad you overcame this monster. I hurts all who love you. But you did it!

@kristimayberry1978 3 года назад

Very powerful video. ❤️

@dennisruiz7403 3 года назад

I hope you the best .. Very honest talk ..

@bencuraza6503 4 года назад

Continue to be Focused Positive Move Forward Strong Safe Healthy Choices. Your Vids are on Point always look forward to your next Vid. 😷👍

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

ben curaza That means a lot brother 😁 Thank you, Just keep pushing 💪🏼

@livinlarge602able 3 года назад

Thank you for the content

@georgesandoval1937 3 года назад

Great respect to your videos 📹 !

@eugeniekadid5373 3 года назад

Chapeau Bas! Great motivational video...

@juancarlosdelgado970 4 года назад

What an excellent informative video. The quality, locations, and 1st hand experience! Keep going JAKE!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Juan Carlos Delgado Hope it helps! 😄 Doing my best 😅

@mariannedavedeit8128 3 года назад

I am not a drug addict but have my own addiction and mine is gambling. Most of my relationship are toxic . My late husband is an alcoholic and my past and present relationships have drug addictions . Watching ur vlog is a therapy fir me . Keep up the good work . U r helping a lot of ppl like me .

@nicholsfamily3605 2 года назад

My girlfriend use to be addicted to (ill say her DOC) for years throughout our relationship but she hasn't done it for over a year now! and im so proud of her. I was not real supportive, i think the fact she hid it for so many years it hurt me but if i could go back and be a different person for her when i first found out, i would have. Its such a bad drug and took my mother from me, i just wanted her to be better for our daughters. But i should have gone about it differently. However she is clean and doing so well. I love her so much and were so happy. Good job to you dude and thanks for the video i loved it!

@kimberlycardona5634 9 месяцев назад

ty for sharing

@kevintucker6007 Год назад

Thank you for sharing

@justinchadwick4511 3 года назад

Thanks Jake great video. 6 weeks clean and counting

@grantbuchanan2953 3 года назад

Good job on this video!!!!

@arlenburgin2392 2 года назад

You're one of the lucky ones. God bless you

@ayyoubjafarian437 2 года назад

I had struggled with my girlfriend all the story you said exactly she did the same things and I was telling her every day please stop but did not work, she kept buying and using more until she became homeless and all you spoke about it , thanks for sharing I learned to love my self and let her be free and do whatever she wants to do

@Faithmadelegacy 3 года назад

Great video... I feel you on the sleep part, there's times I looked back and it's like I don't even know how long I was awake or remember the last time I ate legit 🙄

@PaggiPlumbing 4 года назад

Awesome video man, thank you for sharing your story. Keep the videos coming

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Jeff Kunz I just hope it helps out a lot of people 😇

@bigal7561 2 года назад

I'm a 65 year old okie from just across the red. Jake, that was an extremely articulate post on a subject difficult to understand or explain. You did well. Oklahoma is rife with Meth. Rarely is anyone arrested that meth is not found on their person/in home or car. It's not new here and lot's of people know how to make it. You demonstrates that a person as intelligent as you, can also be drug down by meth. You are very smart and can make a difference in other people's lives. I'll bet you've done exactly that with this video. I wish you the best my friend. Write a book. I'll buy it. Again, well done sir.

@douglewis6924 3 года назад

Big respect to you Jake.

@fayesvlogs6672 4 года назад

Hell yeah Jake! Proud of you bro!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Faye’s Vlogs One day at a time ☝🏼

@K13r4nthe1 2 года назад

Thank you, Jake! I'm still there in this very moment but it helps to hear from someone who knows what this is like. God bless you, bro!

@pamallinder3287 21 день назад

Thank you for education ❤

@Kluleess 3 года назад

Good words Jake. Clearly you've done a lot of hard work. Keep it up!

@gravelgirls 3 года назад

Good job Jacob. Hang in there buddy.

@America-ev4rk 3 года назад

Hey brother. God bless. Also, you are awesome. Some of the best people are that way because of what they have been though. You turned out great and you will get even better. Drugs are not for you anymore. You really are on a better path now.

@JakeMcCollum 3 года назад

Lorne Dulworth You’re absolutely right. Going through hardship definitely has an effect on building character for people and shaping them into new people.

@richiefiguera1980 3 года назад

great breakdown bro you definitely speak the truth. it reminded me of my days on the pookie lol spinning da pipe. im good now 👊😃

@juanitolupe5130 3 года назад

GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALWAYS AND THANK YOU! all others pay PAY ATTENTION!!!! and live!!!!

@jami079 2 года назад

We do recover! Love this video❤ very informative. Thanks for sharing. My doc was crack cocaine and occasionally meth. I’m clean and sober 1 year and 1 month today.

@JustCallMeJenn Год назад

Congrats Jami keep going! I’m a daughter of an addict with the same doc and I just wanted to say I’m proud of you. 🎉🎉🎉

@ericedwards12 4 года назад

Well done Jake!!!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Eric Edwards Thx Eric!

@suppressyourego 3 года назад

The impression I get from you, particularly with question 20, is that drug addiction is like a symptom of alienation where the opposite of that is connection with others, whatever form that might take.

@kimberlykay1495 2 года назад

Yes, 100%

@LisaColer-ee3ez 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!!

@lensunny5583 3 года назад

Appreciate your honesty, openness and your ease with articulating your thoughts.

@elizabethsomoza7109 2 года назад

I am hoping you are still sober. That was a very informative video

@jennhershberger6530 3 года назад

Very well said!! Meth addiction is no joke. I've used for 11 years, 5 of them I fought the demon inside. So I see it like this. That demon and the world it lives in is dark. We need light. What brings light to people? Service. Helping others helps yourself. Remain attractive and you remain sober. I know I start to slip when I started ignoring phone calls. Stay strong y'all and reach out!! ❤🤗

@hermiesrokmysox 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing this. I am pretty vanilla so this was interesting to hear your story. I’m glad you’re doing well now.

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Jillian L. Thanks for watching ☺️

@gag5642 2 года назад

Stopping meth forever is a daunting thing mentally for my brain to undertake. Shits so addictive that in order to not fiend constantly I don't ever tell myself I will. I have 3 months off it and the only way I can stay off it is playing this sick game with my head. If I don't keep a number in my phone or if I tell myself I'll never do it again, I'll dream about it every night.

@ajdicarlo8693 3 года назад

man thank you man ! ihave no addiction to this drug but this helped my life in general you da man only uestion i have is , what age were you when u started and what was the age when u stopped

@qica1272 2 года назад

How’s going? Nice video ! Thx

@jordanmudgett4523 4 года назад

Good shit man.

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Jordan Mudgett Thanks man 😁

@christianfarris6867 4 года назад

Hey Jake, I've only watched a couple of your videos but it's obvious you're an intelligent guy. I also run for favor. It's cool to hear part of your story!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Christian Farris I appreciate it man 😇 That’s awesome 🚘 Maybe I’ll run into you one day☝🏼

@christianfarris6867 4 года назад

@@JakeMcCollum Haha maybe because I run in dallas/north dallas also!

@JakeMcCollum 4 года назад

Christian Farris That’s what’s up. If you see me just holler

@Faithmadelegacy 3 года назад

Glad I caught this video I never realized meth was your doc I totally thought it was opiates for some reason.