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What does it mean?
The speaker bluntly admits to having used almost every type of drug available.
In plain terms
I have tried nearly every drug you can think of.
What can you take from it?
Honesty about past substance use can be direct and unvarnished.

Where it applies

  • interviews
  • recovery discussions
  • public admissions

Putting it to work

  • be direct about past mistakes
  • acknowledge substance history

Questions to consider

  • What past behaviors do you openly acknowledge?
  • How do you discuss difficult topics?

Another view

Admitting to extensive drug use without context can be irresponsible.

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