@@Dallas922 huh this made zero sense..pain and misery? He’s been clean for 3 months! He’s happier than he has been in a long time. Know what you’re talking about before you start just saying shit.
Re-visiting this video is always incredible, such a great example of no matter how low you can be, theres always a comeback story waiting to happen. Hector saying that piece at the end almost always brings a tear to my eye. By far one of my favourite optic documentaries.
Hecz probably is one of the people I've never met that I most respect. Just like his entire life, he makes up his mind hard and then sets out to achieve it. And he does. He's not gunna let the homie down, not when the homie wants to better themselves.
Dude this is so sick I was in a rehab when I was 17 and I’m 23 now this shit made me cry i was addicted to Xanax really bad I had withdrawals and I had relapses but I’m 1 year clean from xanax at least and man this was so inspiring and heartfelt for real man thank you for sharing your story I really appreciate it thank you for not sugarcoating it and telling the truth you’re a great guy maniac and you can do this you have so much to live for and I’m proud of you
I've come back and watched this 3 time now. Really enjoy seeing this side of OpTic. Hecz and the boys coming together to take care of one of their own, MaNiaC. I've loved seeing how great MaNiaC is doing these days. LIT-ter-ally one of my favorite dudes in OpTic.
Been an OpTic Fan for years now and I never knew this video existed. Definitely in my darkest time in my life right now, but im hanging in there. Its hard for a person thats never been in this type of situation to truly understand what this feels like mentally. All I gotta say is Maniac Im Glad you're better now and that you have a FAMILY behind you to make sure you're good brotha. To whoever is going through such a time just like how I am now, just know man people Love you and theres definitely always LIGHT at the end of the tunnel.
Thank you for making this. As someone who nearly died to my addiction at the age of 19 and am still in the recovery process. Being so open about this helps me in so many ways with the motivation that you and I are not alone in this. I have now been sober since February 29th 2016, I know that I will never not be an addict at heart. But I do know that I can keep a hold on my addiction as long as a stay connected mentally with how bad it really was back then and that I made a promise to myself that day that I would never revisit that lifestyle again. Stay focused Maniac, and keep sharing your experience, It will only push us farther into our sobriety!
Fair play man. I’ve found that evaluating the options you have in life and spending time with those who care about you are both pretty healing. All the best
this is exactly why Optic has always been my favorite team. You take care of your family at the optic house and make sure they're getting the care needed. keep being great H3CZ
I haven't followed optic since the cod commentary days, but decided to watch this. I appreciate this video, it makes me realise I have my own demons that I need to address. Thank you
There's hella distance between all of us, and most of us will never meet one another, but this is a FAMILY. We got your back forever Nick, and that goes for the rest of the boys too. #GreenWall
Wish we all had this help I’m suffering from fentanyl addiction and moneys the issue can’t get myself help even if I wanted too , bless y’all for helping him cause this shit is a disease
This was difficult to watch because Maniac looks like my brother and he also got addicted to drugs. Me and my family tried to help him so many times, but with no success. Haven’t spoken to him in many years now, but I’m super happy that Maniac did. It’s a dangerous spiral and glad he got help and excepted it as well. I wish him well and a good future.
Hey bro from the perspective of someone who was on hard drugs for over 10 years the hardest thing is asking for help and living with that daily struggle of addiction is damn near impossible to escape
I’m 30, struggled with a stretch of drug use and partying as a young man as well. I can vividly describe the darkest moments, and the thoughts that I had. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to step forward and say I NEED HELP. It then takes commitment to stick to it and turn your life around. Proud of you, Nick. Praying and rooting for you always
Im 28, had my share of it too, mostly stimulants. I'm even more impressed by those who get clean from benzo than stimulants. That shit is some seriously sneaky, fucked up shit. Idek who this guy is, as this video came in recommended, but im also proud of him somehow. I have friends who have been where he was with it, and its so good to see people get out of it.
My entire family on all sides, mom dad brothers sister aunt uncles have all struggled with addiction meth/heroin/addys/roxys/oxys most have found their way out of the hole, some died and some are still there. I hope you're able to stay sober Nick. And I hope you're able to help another later. Shit is a literal demon. Here's good vibes to the rest of your life homie. Find a purpose and push with everything you got.
Dude, I'm not gonna lie. This made me cry. Idolized, loved, and supported Nick for many years in the past, and will for MANY years to come! So happy you're sober now, and I am super proud of you, Nick. #BtH 💙
I already watched it when it came out and today I rewatched this and man this still gets me emotional. A good happy emotional. Knowing how much Hecz and Hitch care for Maniac is more than just a friendship but a brotherhood like no other. Maniac if you read my comment man I wish nothing but positive vibes and May God bless you in everything you do.
im struggling with alcohol abuse myself and i keep coming back to this video in the hope i can be inspired, no one is helping me, im only 24, i find it so difficult to talk to people unless im drunk, i cant make eye contact with anyone, i have good people come into my life but i just push them away because i dont want to stress anyone or bother anyone with my problems, i dont know what to do, watching OPTIC videos is the only thing that keeps me going, sure im drunk or high whilst watching them but they make want to hang on just that little bit more each time im expecting to see a new video. stay awesome optic team. i love you
The love and hospitality Optic showed Nick is absolutely amazing. Been a fan for over a decade now and will continue to be because of reasons like this. Much love.
When u go to rehab aint much to do but the lil groups everyday and talk. They want you to self reflect and think about being clean and that’s it. It makes it easier to see who’s gunna stay and go through it or leave and just go back to that old life.
I never knew what he was going through was this serious. I've been a fan of Nick since he first joined Optic. Glad to see him back. Wishing you the best Nick!
Not looking to compare stories, but I know exactly what you went through, and then I joined the Army and it saved my life. The greatest thing is to see other people “make it out”. I’m glad you got what you needed and I’m super hyped you’re back on RU-vid. Much respect bro.
This was such a good video personally I have not dealt with these issues but currently I suffer with panic attacks due to my anxiety how I overthink things put myself down and shit like that and it helps watching this video and watching the OpTic videos seeing a family who would do anything for another family member and understanding is something many of us don't have some might have people who are older than them like a parent who is from a different time and generation not knowing what these things can do to people and how to help them and i just wanna say Congrats Maniac and everyone for helping him and thank you for making videos to help people forget about the world for a while
As someone who has lost a family member to addiction this hits home. I will always support people that can go from the lowest points to the highest points. Great job maniac
Damn I’ve never had a video hit me this hard I’ve been dealing with my own mental illness being suicidal and dealing with pushing people away damn I’m so happy I watched this
Maniac is one of the hearts of optic, if you’re one of the people that talked down on his name at his worst time you should be ashamed. We love you Maniac💚
Hecz thanks for being a guiding light, inspiration, role model for next generation of men. Cant imagine it being easy all these years but the fact that all these guys stay loyal and true to Optic is the result of the dedication and committment youve put into these guys
From one former addict to another. Even though our worlds were different. The mentality and mindset were the same. It’s when times get tough, you have to constantly remind yourself Why you stopped and what you’re doing it for. I’m clean from heroin , going on 6 years. I’m 25........... it’s all a mindset. Mentally strong and you’ll be fine when it gets tough. Not every day is gonna be great. But just remind yourself what life was like.
My experience of adderall is horrible. I was on it for 10 years from a doctor plus ridalin. I was on both for 120 mg each a day. I've been off it after committing and clean for 9 years. Its a process of finding people who will go the extra mile to support you through the bad times like Hex does. Wish you a speedy recovery
This episode was heartwrenching. Maybe because Nick's experience is also the experience of many others out there. Huge deal of respect for each one of you guys❤️
It’s so crazy it’s been years since I’ve watched you guys and to see him my favorite player of all time it’s just so sad but also very happy now glad he’s clean if you ever see this just know I love you
This isn’t an organization this is a family! Hecz my friend you just saved someone’s life and saving even more after this video, hope nothing but good health and the best for you and the family you have taken care of
For you to even go out of your way even when you have so much on your plate already just goes to show you really care about these guys and just want the best for them💚💚💚
Damn got me all in the feels😭. Thanks for opening up Manic and being vulnerable. And thank you to all of the friends that are family that stood with him and pulled him out of that place. We’re with you brotha! #greenwall
I always thought Hecz was a top guy. This just solidifies it. What an amazing gesture and thing to do for someone. He could have just left Nick to fester. Maximum respect to Hecz.
This is awesome hit home real hard, been to rehab twice for adderall and Xanax and the hardest thing was accepting was just cause my name is on the bottle doesn’t make it okay,
Bro ... I didn’t now about your story until I saw you in the huntsmen videos and notice you were in the stars . Then I star to follow you and suddenly you disappear for a month and it worry’s me . Know , after watching the flycast and now the deep of your troubles and everything you been throw ... is fucking amazing how you confront this . You could be a little brother for me and watch this ... confirms that everybody could be hit with this desees . Go front for ever and be well .
Okay its real I'm crying. So happy he's doing well and hope nothing but the best for his future. Such a good guy and funny dude , got me laughing like crazy always since the scuf house
you are an inspiration i play call of duty competitively and i was also addicted to drugs im coming up on 1 year of sobriety from weed heroin and fentanyl and i feel great thank you for this and thank you optic for being such great friends wish i had the same but thank you and guys if you are addicted and struggling remember if i can do it you can also do it and i hope that evrybody gets better i just 24 and im learning to be happy and love life and sobriety its awesome i hope you guys can find the same strength to do what im doing all love guys hope my fellow addicts get better peace
Hecks is such a good man optic people are really lucky to have him. If Maniac was in any other team im pretty sure his carrer would have been over or he would have had to fight on his own.
This isn't just a good friend helping out another friend. Picture a world where your employer can be that close to you and put you through rehab. If more bosses were like Hector the world would be so much happier and productive.
@@cianohara1480 i can't say i know what that would be like. But i do know what its like to have an additction at a young age have a company turn its back on you and then i was left alone to dig myself a deeper hole. At least having a camera man around gives me another human to talk to
@@cianohara1480 Yeah I see that would suck but thats his job, and what he's famous for. Crazy thing is the camera helps him so much through streaming and youtube now.
So good to see him doing well, it's a very hard journey. Honestly hecz is an amazing owner and appears that everyone apart of optic is almost family and not just some asset to him.
@@Furiouspenguin27 i’m unsure of what exactly you mean, but in my opinion right now is a perfect time to discuss how to appropriately address sufferers of mental illness 👍
The intro gave me chills. What an episode. Also the realness and emotion in the "I knew... I knew it was you." The man that Hector is and example he sets for his friends and those around him. Another level. This is more than just an org.
