The Situation gives a 'Reality Check' about innermost struggles

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  • čas přidán 16. 11. 2023
  • Impact x Nightline speaks with the "Jersey Shore" star about his new memoir "Reality Check" from his rise to fame to struggle with addiction.
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Komentáře • 298

  • @issy_b_onair
    @issy_b_onair Před 6 měsíci +387

    I found him the most obnoxious and womanizing character back then. To see his positive change is so great. I feel proud of someone I've never met and wish him all the best.

    • @jakehobbs
      @jakehobbs Před 6 měsíci

      What does moat mean??

    • @janepalmer3706
      @janepalmer3706 Před 6 měsíci +2

      He must’ve been on some sex enhancers too.. opioids are kind of a mood killer for male parts

    • @SilverLake401
      @SilverLake401 Před 6 měsíci

      I loved Mike back then as he made the show. Now he acts like a damn priest and it’s boring!

    • @JUDGEME5150
      @JUDGEME5150 Před 6 měsíci +2

      I farted like 8 times while I was watching this

    • @issy_b_onair
      @issy_b_onair Před 6 měsíci

      Some of you have really low IQs and it shows.

  • @sarahl108
    @sarahl108 Před 6 měsíci +105

    Mike went from being The Most Obnoxious cast member to being one of the most mature of the cast. So proud of him and the life he’s created and continues to maintain ❤

    • @forgivemylaughter
      @forgivemylaughter Před 5 měsíci +2

      Guess you didn’t watch the show or you just don’t count the chicks.

  • @georgetterobinson01
    @georgetterobinson01 Před 6 měsíci +104

    Im extremely proud of mike!! He not only turned his life around but he overcame something alot of people cant kick and i have to say he has definitely changed for the better!!!

  • @pam18ram
    @pam18ram Před 6 měsíci +104

    Wasn’t into “The Jersey Shore” but I am into people who find recovery. Congratulations 🎈 My mom did not find recovery and it killed her. Keep up the continuous work! Prayers to you, your wife and your children 🙏. Addiction knows no boundaries 💙

  • @goodcitizen6334
    @goodcitizen6334 Před 6 měsíci +134

    5 days alcohol free. Mike, you inspired me a lot to let it go. Thank you for making soberity seem so welcoming.

    • @drumtwo4seven
      @drumtwo4seven Před 6 měsíci +1

      YA RIGHT
      THIS IS SO TRITE AND CONTRIVED

    • @goodcitizen6334
      @goodcitizen6334 Před 6 měsíci +3

      @@drumtwo4seven k

    • @aliciacarlson179
      @aliciacarlson179 Před 6 měsíci +7

      You got this! Proud of you!!

    • @jenniferphelps2549
      @jenniferphelps2549 Před 6 měsíci +5

      You have to start somewhere... five days will turn into five Years❤ Stay strong, keep rocking, & stay positive!

    • @Pettyassf
      @Pettyassf Před 6 měsíci +4

      Good Job Keep Going Buddy 👏🏻👏🏻💯💯💯

  • @CJSmallz41
    @CJSmallz41 Před 6 měsíci +72

    I'm proud of him for getting help. Mike had his ups and downs and rock bottom. But he pulled his ass out and is doing good now.

  • @alisha8586
    @alisha8586 Před 6 měsíci +29

    He did a complete 180 with his life good for him hes got a beautiful family. October 2nd was my 7 years being sober from heroin i have three kids myself and a husband completely changed my life around because of my husband and now my kids came along best thing that happened to me.

  • @Blankspac3
    @Blankspac3 Před 5 měsíci +9

    Just ended a 6 year long relationship with a man who cannot overcome his addiction. I cried, I tried and tried again. Everything was always my fault. He lost 4 jobs in one year while i took on a management position to keep us afloat. We got into an argument recently and I told him off. He got upset because of words but never took a clear look at his actions that lead up to it all. I still fry to this evening because I love and miss him so much. But it’s time for me to love myself. I don’t want to be like past family members, I don’t want to stay with toxic people just because. I want to be the most successful version of myself. I love me.

    • @usersoup34
      @usersoup34 Před 26 dny

      a little late here! but one thing you have to come to terms with is your happiness should never be the cost of someone elses happiness! praying he can overcome his addiction and that you are safe aswell 🙏

  • @slvrbullet22
    @slvrbullet22 Před 6 měsíci +22

    He annoyed the ish out of me on the show but after seeing these clips of his brutal honesty and struggles, I commend him for getting clean and sober. Seeing him as Dad is a beautiful thing. Kudos !

  • @jairenesereno4519
    @jairenesereno4519 Před 6 měsíci +31

    Keep speaking brother. It helps everyone! So proud of him.

  • @robertocastillo5583
    @robertocastillo5583 Před 6 měsíci +42

    Wow. I am so happy for him and his family. Inspirational story

    • @user-wy6wb4mq4l
      @user-wy6wb4mq4l Před 6 měsíci

      see what I mean. AA helps TOO you know. Treatment is a joke.

  • @ElizabethHernandez-zj9oi
    @ElizabethHernandez-zj9oi Před 6 měsíci +25

    I didn’t care for Mike too much but I always had a feeling there was a lot more to him. Now, as I’ve seen him transition into the person he is I’m very proud of him and rooting for his continued success. Praying for his continued recovery ❤️‍🩹

    • @Rico401Prov
      @Rico401Prov Před 5 měsíci +4

      He was actually much kinder than we remember. He always cooked dinner for the roommates and made sure they were all fed

  • @jemmmmyeah
    @jemmmmyeah Před 6 měsíci +12

    Mike is so awesome. He’s come through that horrible period, become such a better person but also retained some of his original wit and cheekiness but in a more caring way now. Woooo go Mike!

  • @Home_ave
    @Home_ave Před 5 měsíci +4

    Mike is seriously what you call change. A survivor inspiration. He heard God and listened. God bless him and his family.

  • @qualinhunter6439
    @qualinhunter6439 Před 6 měsíci +19

    I’m so proud of Mike he has come along way and to see such a good and positive side of him is just amazing. I will be getting his book of course 🙏🏻

  • @katelynhenry6047
    @katelynhenry6047 Před 6 měsíci +7

    In the 1st season of the original Jersey Shore, I could tell right off the bat that he was extremely arrogant, self-centered, cocky, selfish, rude, & a womanizer for sure…. With that said, it’s pretty obvious ^ that he was my ‘least favorite’ throughout all the seasons of the show…… BUT now, he is a completely different man & my absolute FAVORITE by a long shot! He has put the hard work in by doing a complete 180 & totally transforming his life + himself. Mike is now sooo humble, smart, caring, likable, intuitive, funny, loving, & just an all around amazing husband/father. To the people on the outside looking in that can’t understand: Addiction is NOT a walk in the park & it does not discriminate. It effects all kinds of humans. It’s one of the biggest struggles ANYONE in the world could possibly go through! Plus it’s not just like ‘BOOM’ you get clean & that’s the end of it. Getting sober & going into recovery is probably one of the scariest + hardest things an addict will EVER have to do for themselves. Not just because of the addiction itself but also because when you decide to get clean, you are ultimately in recovery FOR LIFE! & Anyone who’s anyone knows that recovery is anything but linear & everyones process is different. As long as whatever you’re personally doing is working for you, that’s all that matters. I’m so proud of you, Mike! Your family, friends, & most importantly your babies get to be loved by the BEST version of you. A sober, healthy, & present Human/Dad! P.S: I’m speaking from experience (both my parents are addicts) when I say that your wife & children will love, value, & appreciate you for it more than you could EVER imagine or comprehend!❤️🙏🏼💪🏼🫶🏼

  • @AREA-jp8vb
    @AREA-jp8vb Před 6 měsíci +11

    He’s also been supporting another roommate get clean. He has an amazing opportunity to continue this legacy. Like Matthew Perry had wanted to do.

  • @yagerr4279
    @yagerr4279 Před 6 měsíci +9

    So glad Mike had Lauren & his mom. Everyone deserves love & support.

  • @mariyaa111
    @mariyaa111 Před 6 měsíci +5

    I could not STAND him when Jersey Shore first came out. I am from South Jersey and he reminded me of the typical North Jersey douche bag. 😂😂😂 He was so self absorbed and antagonistic. Now, he’s actually one of my favorite people to watch on reality television. I’m so proud of him for staying sober and becoming such an amazing husband, father and friend. I absolutely love how supportive all of the cast members are to each other. I hope Mike continues to stay healthy, happy and sober!!❤❤

    • @hoperising7373
      @hoperising7373 Před 3 měsíci

      Hahaha north Jersey dbag made me lol. I live in north Jersey and know exactly what you mean!

  • @brandonfoley8070
    @brandonfoley8070 Před 6 měsíci +7

    I love the situation, he's definitely inspiring and always makes me laugh every time I watch him

  • @LadyDazzleDance
    @LadyDazzleDance Před 6 měsíci +6

    Aww this warmed my heart. It's nice to see him doing so well. ❤️

  • @mariemoro5214
    @mariemoro5214 Před 6 měsíci +9

    It's all lessons God Bless Mike

  • @meeky0420
    @meeky0420 Před 6 měsíci +7

    I’ve always liked him, and still do. Mike is a good person and entertaining.

  • @jennifersnipes4177
    @jennifersnipes4177 Před 6 měsíci +13

    I'm proud of Mike!

  • @des1510
    @des1510 Před 6 měsíci +4

    Your wife is the BEST
    She deserves the WORLD

  • @SFChick415
    @SFChick415 Před 6 měsíci +6

    “Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” What a mature beautiful adult he is now. I'm friends with Bill too!

  • @MariaBenjamin-um3zk
    @MariaBenjamin-um3zk Před 6 měsíci +8

    He's come a long ways and should be proud of himself for his strength and commitment

  • @rrtalks5
    @rrtalks5 Před 6 měsíci +6

    Very emotional story proud of him now, hope he can continue with his success in his life

  • @Rosiepoohtargaryen
    @Rosiepoohtargaryen Před 6 měsíci +3

    Love you, Mike 😢❤ God bless you

  • @madkingit649
    @madkingit649 Před 6 měsíci +7

    Honestly I respect him alot and I respect him more for knowing his issues and calling himself out on them and I respect he knew he had issues and chose to fix himself I use to hate him on the show and the more I watched the show the more I realized the signs

  • @karinoneil2420
    @karinoneil2420 Před 6 měsíci +9

    He looks good, telling the truth I feel it

  • @wonderingsoul8021
    @wonderingsoul8021 Před 6 měsíci +4

    I was always a fan but I like him now even more that he's open about his sobriety

  • @seyheyalishak
    @seyheyalishak Před 6 měsíci +9

    I'm so proud of him 🖤

  • @jamesmaguire9518
    @jamesmaguire9518 Před 5 měsíci +2

    It's always amazing how much a person changes after he or she gets sober. Good for him.

  • @MisterKallo
    @MisterKallo Před 6 měsíci +4

    a true Inspirational story ❤ I didn't expect to cry

  • @Tunnelvision705
    @Tunnelvision705 Před 6 měsíci +18

    He turned his situation around. Good to see him on the right path. Many blessings💯

  • @hellothere4431
    @hellothere4431 Před 6 měsíci +3

    true inspiration now. glad for him

  • @morrow8454
    @morrow8454 Před 6 měsíci +8

    Best reality show in TV history, glad to see he got his life turned around

  • @jessybelle
    @jessybelle Před 6 měsíci +3

    He was my favorite 🤩 in the show!

  • @fashionablylate9020
    @fashionablylate9020 Před 6 měsíci +12

    I’m proud of Mike! Forever a huge fan of this show

  • @20maxilo
    @20maxilo Před 6 měsíci +3

    Im actually glad he turned his life around

  • @Pettyassf
    @Pettyassf Před 6 měsíci +4

    Tons Of Respect For Mike ❤❤

  • @hematophage3526
    @hematophage3526 Před 6 měsíci +3

    So proud of Mike ❤

  • @Kyle38A
    @Kyle38A Před 5 měsíci +2

    I'm glad that he got sober.

  • @maggier836
    @maggier836 Před 2 měsíci

    Amazing man ❤ he has a lot of strength complete 360 it’s beautiful to watch

  • @mehwhatever89
    @mehwhatever89 Před 6 měsíci +3

    good for him!!! happy to hear hes doing well.

  • @haleyraschella3143
    @haleyraschella3143 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I remember all our friends would sit and watch it together every week lol 😂

  • @lifeaszahara3282
    @lifeaszahara3282 Před 6 měsíci +7

    He came a long way

  • @eliasmercedes8008
    @eliasmercedes8008 Před 6 dny

    Good 4 you brother, blessings you and you families god is there he know our pain ...hes work in to many ways to save us.

  • @mehrdadamirheshmati5513
    @mehrdadamirheshmati5513 Před měsícem

    OH my god you got me there😢just as you said that about the heroin i starten to cry😢and I couldn't stop because of my own addition....this was my awakening thanks you/Malin kayal

  • @cruzywuzy1266
    @cruzywuzy1266 Před 6 měsíci +2

    LOVE YOU MIKE!!! happy to see it

  • @drest5316
    @drest5316 Před dnem

    Wow. I never really watched Jersey Shore but he was definitely one obnoxious character that I could not stand!
    This video put a big smile on my face. Good for him. I’m so happy for him and his family.

  • @mrs.unicorngirl1506
    @mrs.unicorngirl1506 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Amen man! Keep it up and hold steadfast in Gods word and love!

  • @user-tg2db4pc3q
    @user-tg2db4pc3q Před 6 měsíci +2

    Proud of him for getting help

  • @Candice-Tara
    @Candice-Tara Před 6 měsíci +3

    It’s such a relief to see him so matured and humbled. I would agree that his persona of “the situation” was cringe and I felt embarrassed for him…and Ronnie too. Not sure what’s up with Ronnie but I hope he’s matured too.

  • @scalpdotink8450
    @scalpdotink8450 Před 5 měsíci

    Against all odds, Mike made the ultimate change within himself. There’s arguably nothing harder than changing yourself and breaking systemic toxic cycles and Mike did it. Hats off to you, Mike!! I’m impressed- you’re an inspiration to millions watching you. Love your achievements, congratulations!!

  • @realtalk675
    @realtalk675 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Im proud of him how he claimed his life back again

  • @tynishaalexanderia
    @tynishaalexanderia Před 6 měsíci

    Must be amazing to have people care about you and help you be what and who you need to be.

  • @DonzWrld
    @DonzWrld Před 6 měsíci +2

    PROUD OF YA MIKE 💯👏🏾

  • @fabgonzalez8417
    @fabgonzalez8417 Před 6 měsíci

    I've been seeing them since the beginning.. congratulations on ur big change ❤🙏

  • @kathrynromano7993
    @kathrynromano7993 Před 6 měsíci

    Keep that light on mike. I've been clean for nine years. God bless you
    Keep that fight going

  • @briebrie2323
    @briebrie2323 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Wow this was a great interview. 😮❤

  • @trishomalley4639
    @trishomalley4639 Před 5 měsíci

    You poor lad. So glad to hear your testimony ❤🙏

  • @jduke93
    @jduke93 Před 5 měsíci

    It’s always good seeing change for the better

  • @steelpipetv2073
    @steelpipetv2073 Před 5 měsíci

    I love you Mike your the best and truly an angel from god keep pushing hard

  • @prince21781
    @prince21781 Před 5 měsíci

    Respect, Mike. Being a dad and responsible husband and father are achievements to be proud of bro

  • @c0lleenbean
    @c0lleenbean Před 6 měsíci

    i cannot wait to read his book. He has done such an amazing job!

  • @Smiley-fv8zi
    @Smiley-fv8zi Před 6 měsíci +16

    Poor kid. Reality TV ruined him. Thank God he got sober and thank God for his wife and mom!

  • @thelonelyghosts9004
    @thelonelyghosts9004 Před 6 měsíci +2

    The Situation has said many things in the 15 years we’ve known him, but I feel like this is the first time he’s ever spoken.

  • @nikkic295
    @nikkic295 Před 6 měsíci

    🙏🙏👏👏 It's not what you do ,but what you do to change it!! Super proud of Mike! As a Jersey girl, and a "down the shore" girl...we had a huge opiate epidemic ,and pills were overflowing ! I can only IMAGINE what FAME and popularity does to enhance that all!! God Bless 🙏💙

  • @laurenkochan960
    @laurenkochan960 Před 6 měsíci

    So proud of you, Inspiration!! To God be the glory!! 🙏💪👏

  • @izzydeadyet7336
    @izzydeadyet7336 Před 6 měsíci +2

    "I was worried if people knew theyd think less of me.." ha!~ dont worry mike, we couldnt possibly think less of you!

  • @jaredgalarza
    @jaredgalarza Před 6 měsíci

    This made me cry heavy

  • @scottv9479
    @scottv9479 Před 5 měsíci

    The Situation is now an Inspiration!! Dude is a legend !! Don't know him, but still extremely proud of him. 💯👍👍

  • @tracymildenberger7326
    @tracymildenberger7326 Před 5 měsíci

    'I hope that, one day my life story will be someones survival guide'
    What a beautiful intention to have

  • @Leticia-rg8dw
    @Leticia-rg8dw Před 3 měsíci

    It's awesome to see him give God almighty the glory 🙌

  • @gabbied8083
    @gabbied8083 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Wow, Mike was at a really low place during the Jersey shore and it was very hard to like his personality during that time, a womanizing lying jerk. He is now the picture of health and an amazing man, he is truly now the inspiration.

  • @billybillz4443
    @billybillz4443 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I’m proud of him

  • @brandismith73
    @brandismith73 Před 6 měsíci +2

    I'm so happy for him and I would like to see a redemption story for Ronnie, too.

  • @barbietheegod9452
    @barbietheegod9452 Před 6 měsíci

    Love it ❤❤❤

  • @Jaywaters5
    @Jaywaters5 Před 6 měsíci +3

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
    stay strong dude.

  • @segagirladventurespico
    @segagirladventurespico Před 5 měsíci

    Incredible ❤ how he changed for the good ❤

  • @maylinosborne3156
    @maylinosborne3156 Před 6 měsíci

    Amazing!!!

  • @jrolla1858
    @jrolla1858 Před 6 měsíci

    W Mike, seeing his transformation and road to recovery/mended friendships has been amazing to watch

  • @leahd4878
    @leahd4878 Před 6 měsíci

    Very proud of you❤

  • @estrada1887
    @estrada1887 Před 6 měsíci +5

    The abs were such a distraction when he came on the scene, he really is a butterface.

  • @444_Spiders_n_Swans
    @444_Spiders_n_Swans Před 6 měsíci +2

    Mike,
    If you ever see this, I pray Jesus guides and restores your soul.
    God bless you, bro!
    You're a good dude and we all love and believe in you.
    Keep your head up, and bless up.
    Jesus is the answer

  • @santaclause3487
    @santaclause3487 Před 6 měsíci +3

    I remember Pauly and Mike drove to Miami for that season and thinking that’s what I would do cause I was addicted to pills at the time. Makes me think Pauly was a drug addict too since he went with Mike.

  • @amyhebsch9227
    @amyhebsch9227 Před 4 měsíci +1

    As The Situation would say, “your current situation is not your final destination.”

  • @jeffcampbell7834
    @jeffcampbell7834 Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome congratulations

  • @Rick-vy1zq
    @Rick-vy1zq Před 6 měsíci

    Awesomeness

  • @isaacgomez-everythingrevie6955

    Good on him for finally growing up and manning up.

  • @nadiaaksana
    @nadiaaksana Před 6 měsíci

    yaaaaaassssss mike!!!

  • @mamamoj
    @mamamoj Před 6 měsíci +6

    Good for you, Mike!

  • @Ratalie2007
    @Ratalie2007 Před 6 měsíci

    lol I remember at end of season 3, Nicole dropped her blackberry in a movie theater, I could have easily, taken it, but I was like “yooo Nicole, you forget something??” 🤣🤣

  • @13salinaspride
    @13salinaspride Před 5 měsíci +1

    Glad he finally grew up, he always annoyed the fk outta me

  • @harryathanasiadis
    @harryathanasiadis Před měsícem

    He desveres the best seems like a cool dude now. We all make mistakes mo ones to judge he was the reality sideshow bad boy and now forever one of my favourites.

  • @JohnSmith-ie6gg
    @JohnSmith-ie6gg Před 6 měsíci +2

    He needs to get over his problems !!!

  • @eddiemas6788
    @eddiemas6788 Před 5 měsíci

    so glad this guido turned his life around. Really good to hear he made it out just fine. Best of luck to the situation!

  • @chrystalarchie2419
    @chrystalarchie2419 Před 6 měsíci +4

    I want to get sober from alcohol, but I don't know how 😔

    • @NoNameNumberTwo
      @NoNameNumberTwo Před 6 měsíci

      Find a group of people that don’t drink. 🙂

    • @hannahb7038
      @hannahb7038 Před 6 měsíci +3

      And also, in all honesty, if your addiction to alcohol is bad enough, rehab would probably be necessary to help you quit. Not all drinkers can/should quit cold turkey. If you're one of them, see about nearby rehabs.

    • @DelusionaGrandeur
      @DelusionaGrandeur Před 6 měsíci

      Take it a step at a time, I'm struggling myself. Some people can't handle jumping straight into cold turkey, and that's okay. Try going a week without and then increase from there...to me, going all week without and then earning yourself a few drinks on the weekend truly feels better than constantly drinking. It feels like a success, not like a Band-aid over your pain.
      And don't listen to that old "only alcoholics plan out when they will drink" crap...people trying to be responsible with their drinking also plan it out.
      Also, as the person above mentioned, there's no shame in seeking professional help, whether it be a therapist or rehab.