Quote by Michael Bergin

I wasn't even 20 at the time, but it taught me something about drugs. They can take a good man, a warm, funny, loving family man, and turn him into a loser and worse.

I wasn't even 20 at the time, but it taught me something abo

Summary

This quote highlights the destructive nature of drugs and their ability to drastically transform a person's character and life trajectory. The speaker emphasizes personal experience with witnessing someone they knew, described as a caring and beloved family man, deteriorate and succumb to the detrimental effects of drugs. It serves as a warning and reminder of the profound impact that substance abuse can have on individuals and those close to them.

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By Michael Bergin

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