Autism and Relationships: Sam Goes Dating
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- Looking for love is never easy - but Sam and Tania may have found their perfect match! With a little nudge from both mothers… they’ve all discovered there’s no rulebook for love.
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Sam couldn't stop smiling when Tania was opening her gift, it's so great to watch two people be happy together.
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Since Autism/Aspergers affects a persons social-skills severely, i have
felt this way for a while now, some agree with me some don't, since it
makes a person socially-awkward by nature, i feel it hurts men more than women because men are still expected to make the first move and be the initiators, expected to initiate when it comes to forming a romantic relationship, in other words, women will almost never go up to a guy and start a conversation with him first, or ask a man out on a date first, or plan, set up all of the dates, be the one to progress things towards a relationship. In other words, people say it's because men court women, it's been like that traditionally, thats why i have felt Autism is going to hurt men more than women when it comes to dating/relationships.
nobodysperfect06 I don't entirely disagree but I think each gender has it's struggles. The male may initiate but after that the social interaction that takes place and subsequent interactions are all going to be difficult to interpret.
Smallie Bigs well that's because I know one girl that has Aspergers and she has been prone to making social errors, yet it hasn't stopped her from getting a boyfriend she has had lots of boyfriends in her life, she was an early bloomer, had her first boyfriend at age 15, and she said most of the guys she has been with they were the ones who made the first move and initiated, meanwhile I've met a couple guys who also have Asperger's and they are around her age and they still haven't had a girlfriend yet
This is because Autism affects men and women differently. Girls are social imitators, they learn to copy what the other girls are doing and for that reason can often go under the radar and not be diagnosed. Boys learn in different ways, and aren't so inclined to copy what others are doing and learning about what is socially acceptable. This tends to be the reason for the gender difference struggles with Autistic people rather than the way that dating is normally done.
both of the moms are INCREDIBLE!!!!! they did a wonderful job at raising their children!!
They sure are! Thanks for the support Siobhan
Where are the dads?
@@MeadeSkeltonMusic Sam's dad was directing him on the race day.
I was JUST gonna write this. Thank you for sharing before I did because you're so right.
So, true. I was simply blown away by the level of unconditional love&support their Mums have towards Sam&Tania. I agree we all want our children to be happy& enjoy the very best that this life can offer, including the joy of having, raising kids.
Tania's mum had me in fits of giggles with her iPad taking photos. With brilliant mum's like these ladies, these two beautiful souls have a wonderful life ahead of them.
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Bit overbearing, but, that's just years of constant protection of their children manifesting.
It used to make me cringe seeing people holding up big old tablets - just to take a picture 😖
*I'd be worried about theft personally; anyone can run by and snatch that iPad out of your hands before you could even react
@@VladmirPoopN I didn’t even think about theft, that just made me cringe hella hard
His sweet little smiles while she was opening her gift just melted my heart. He was so pleased and couldn't contain it. What a lovely pair, best of luck to them
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That Was Pure Magic. Some Of Us Have Waited A Lifetime For A Moment Like There's. I Actually Teared Up.
It’s so important for people to realise that just because someone might be a bit different they still need and desire the same thing as all of us. Love, companionship, to feel accepted. Kudos to the mother’s for giving their children the chance to experience such things. It was cute how excited the mothers were.
Their moms are gems. So precious. They never say they can't do something or make it seem like they're a huge burden, like some parents do.
True. Not easy for the moms, who are the one that have to bear all the hardship in bringing them up and yet still maintain so positively about their own children. Great moms!
When he realised she was opening his present and his face lit up was gorgeous 😍 I hope them two stay happy together as a couple or even just friends 😊
Thank you for watching Kim 😊
At the end when they ask Sam "how did you feel when you saw Tanya?" And he said "I feel proud" that is so sweet he's proud that he has his girlfriend there to support him, I love it!
Sam is so cute and handsome and polite and so ..real
Thanks for watching Denni 😃
Denni Meshekova They are usually the sweetest people.
yes, but sad thing is he doesn't seem to be able to lead his girlfriend :( she made the suggestions and he just said "yes". There was no negotiation.
@@clemenslazar596 true very true however they are a good catch together and are at eachothers level. Tania's processing times are a little bit more advanced and Sam is just a wonderful man.
@@clemenslazar596 Irrelevant, if the girl needs leading then she isn't a good match. Would say this is quite common for those with asperger's. If you are dependant on leading and affection in good amounts, maybe look elsewhere.
They are the cutest! The way Sam looks at her and smiles just brightens up my day.
I hope AttitudeLive can do a follow up on them because I would love to see what they're doing as a couple.
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I WANT AN UPDATE ON THESE TWO
Shirley Succubus I WANT ONE TOO
Sunny W SAME!!!
I KNOW RIGHT???
same
There's another video on here by Attitude about him 'Autistic man goes to special Olympics'. Tania was in it too. They were still dating four years later
I absolutely love this story. It takes the complexities out of love. It can really be so simple. Thanks for sharing.
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Sara Smil3 I feel like they truly enjoy being with each other and support each other, no games, no expectations for one another.
Omg Sam's reaction when Tania was opening her gift was so beautiful, it made me cry.
I think Sam is so so cute!!watching him watch her open her gift was so effing adorable I could barley contain myself!
Jessa Jarrell I know right?
Good to see you're enjoying the episodes Jessa! Thanks again for watching!
It was silly seeing the mom in the window of the restaurant taking pictures of them as they ate. Very sweet story, though, and I wish them the best. I'm glad they found a good balance between them. I gotta say, he looked the happiest when Tania was opening the gift he gave her. :)
Wonderful story!!! Hope they're still going strong. The mum's are adorable and so very supportive! I thought the picture taking was endearing.
Thanks for the kind words Gina!
Why am I holding my breath watching the whole video. I get so nervous for them.
I can't stop smiling! I hope they have a wonderful future together. 💚
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Why would anyone thumbs down such a video? :(
Gina nonnameforever bec humans are fucking pathetic and pos.
what wonderful mums!
Thanks for your kind words! Hope you enjoyed the episode!
I WISH i had someone who loved and cherished me like these two do with one another.
God bless them 💓
what a beautiful and innocent love story.❤
It sure is! Thanks for watching Adri!
Omg I'm the same age as Tania and have some things I've had to learn to adapt to, and I definitely wouldn't be anywhere without the support of my family and super close family. Music is my outlet too. This story just warms my heart seeing the two of them together!
Thanks for sharing Rikki, hope you enjoyed the episode!
They are such an adorable couple together my heart is literally bursting for them. Also as a female not going to lie Sam is very good looking.
Thank you so much for this. Most channels I watch about autism showcase high fuctional autistic youth, but this truly shows real, genuine lifestyles of families with autistic youths, & as a parent of an autistic child who is similar to these beautiful young people, I truly appreciate & applaud you! 🎉🌷🌼🥰
Does anyone know how they went. Such a cute couple.
Emily Kate theres an update
Gamer Chika where is the update?
There’s another video of Sam competing in the Special Olympics where they state that they’ve been together for 3 years. Unfortunately that video is also 4 years old, since then she’s moved on. Don’t know if Sam is single or found someone else too. He’s still competing and setting records in long distance swimming.
Eata Peeta
Thanks for the update
So cute to see Sam’s keep smiling while Tania open the present 🎁
At 16:48 to 16:55 the way Sam looks at Tania melt my heart 🥺❤️
The way Tania's mum talks about her just breaks my heart
Gives her daughter no credit ...cuts her no slack !!!!
And she could use all this because she is so progressive !!!!!
I love both of their moms. I especially love the moment where Sam's mom is teaching him how to order for Tanya. This is great.
Can't stop smiling. Thank you for a wonderful little documentary!
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoyed our channel and keep coming back! 😀
Few autistic people can achieve this with the right support system.
I don't know why people think that a disability erases the basic human need to have a partner or desire to have children.
Thank you Ni Ni Par, hope you enjoyed!
Diilali bec humans r brainwashed and don't think for themselves
Radius right... I'm just like them and I never was labeled with a disability like that
Simple. Cause autistic people have a harder time understanding social cues and norms of human interaction. Why would a woman pick an autist over a normal person? Sucks, but it is reality
@@Victimxofxprogress good thing there are autistic women too. I am autistic and I would love to date an autistic guy.
Are y'all gonna update them.. they are so cute together
what a sweet couple. I hope the best for these two. they seem really good together.
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I can't help but find it sad how her mother was talking about her as if she's not normal while she's sitting there. Just because you're different, does not mean you are not normal. The way we talk and the language we use is important. There's nothing abnormal about Autism.
The mother is not ignorant she knows what she's on about she's lived with her daughter for a long time..
I love your documentaries, so inspirational and all those beautiful people are just amazing.
Thanks Elena, we really appreciate the support - glad to have you as part of our community!
Can this please be a tv show!!!! I'd love to follow their journey!!!
Netflix has a show called love on the spectrum. There are two seasons of it. It’s a good show.
Update: Sam is doing well with his Olympics, Tania is now in a new relationship and i believe she has recently had a baby! Unsure what happened, i think Sam went to LA for a few months... They seem to be very happy though!
Daniel N ooooh really they were so beautiful together if Tania is happy in her new relationship that’s wonderful God bless her
When he’s looking at her before their dinner date it’s so cute. I love this episode 😍
Tanya looks so pretty in Pink. Her Mother needs to let them have a date. I understand if she wants to wait outside. There are already cameras on them filming.
I thought it was a bit much threw the restaurant window.
Tanya has a tongue ring
*We need an update on them!*
HER SIBLINGS WERE SO EXCITED FOR HER LITERALLY YELLING "SAMS HERE" CUTEEEEE
i could NOT stop smiling throughout this video. i love seeing them happy. i love seeing that they have supportive parents. i hope they continue to lead happy lives :)
in a few years am hoping this for my son.
Thanks for watching Minerva!😀
you commented this two years ago, any update on your son? hope everything is going excellent with him
They're so cute together 😄
they sure are, thanks for watching!
Oh my goodness, when Tania opened her present ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Sam's reaction was absolute JOY ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
i hope tania & sam love happy always & forever. the biggest hearts & love in your family & home
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Can't stop smiling watching them two,the way Sam look at Tania you can tell he's so inlove with her hehehe
I would love to see an update, this is the sweetest thing : xoxo
I love these two! I wonder about the economic disparity that is evident.
Socio- economic issues are rarely discussed in our world, yet they impact much more than might think at first glance.
I hope these two lovely folks find happiness and make it work, and their moms continue to support them.
Also , wonder where the dad's are? They are making the best of it with love
awwww shes beautiful! i wish them the best!
Thanks for watching Kendra!
That was great.! My nephews son has autism and it great to see his development over the years.
I hope my son gets to experience this
Laura Noyes he will
I hope mine does too❤
Laura Noyes me too I hope my son does also
I hope my lonely ass gets to experience this
He reminds me so much of my son, he is high functioning as well and this actually gave me a lot of hope for him. He is 14 now and all he talks about is finding a girlfriend. I am trying to find a group where he can meet other ASD teens to be social with.
I love this for them. Sam is very handsome and so thoughtful and Tania is cute as a button and I love how she helps Sam come out of his shell more. I hope one day they do get married. 💜
Tania’s mum with the iPad at the window was too funny 😂 😂😂
He is fully in love cant stop looking at her you go my man
I am so very happy for you both!
Everyone deserves to be loved!
My eldest son is also autistic. He was a very large baby, a month overdue and had very little air during my delivery...it took what felt like hrs before he began to breath, his birth was scary!
I noticed little things from the moment he was born. He didn't like loud noises, to be touched too much, and had a hard time keeping eye contact.
I noticed that when someone smiled at him he would hide, believing they were going to bite him! ( when an animal bares its teeth it is a warning, you might get bitten!)
I was told he would loose his language skills by 5 or 6, not to expect too much from him and that school, education, marriage and a job wouldn't be in his future.
Max we to the queen Alexandre's school for autism and his life has never been the same!
Max is now 27. He has a girlfriend who is university educated. She moved in with him two years ago and they are getting married! They travel all over north america and max is working, earning a living.
He has surprised everyone and gone on to do great things!
Don't let others put limitations on your kids!
Thank you for sharing your date with us Sam!
This is all great!
except the part assumed he hid because people smiled was related to an animal response ( most commonly with dogs when eating). That’s not a sure thing and a bit out of pocket. Child psychologist do not link hiding from smiles with animals thinking they’ll be bit with teeth showing.
@@MA-zg2pz actually my doctor - the specialist at the queen Alexandria hospital for children and the doctors at sick kids in Toronto said otherwise...and my son would say " the bad doggie bites " everytime he hid behind me when someone smiled at him. So yeah, he feared being bitten.
I hope to see my son be that happy and well-adjusted. I know it's a tough road ahead but stories like this make me hopeful.
this is so adorable!!! goals😭😭😭😭😭
Glad you enjoyed Andrea, thanks for watching!
felt so sorry for Sam in the beginning but I felt so happy for you both near the end I'm very impressed with sam :) keep it up mate
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I went to school with Sam and Tania an the both incredible young people, An I Honestly wish I could of done more for them, I hope they both find there happiness and what there looking for as they deserves it 🙏
I'm autistic and didn't know I was until age 34. I realized I was masking most of my life.
LOVE THIS DOCUMENTARY! ❤ The waiter appeared rude, though, wasn’t he?
It’s so cute how they sit in silence. It’s so awkward but in their minds it’s just totally normal!
This put a smile on my face and heart. Such a beautiful love story with the best supportive parents ever.
I love when wonderful people find and heal each other 🖤🥰
When he smiles, it totally lights up just.....EVERYTHING!!! They are such a cute couple! Well done mom’s 😀🥰
So he has his drivers license ? Amazing. 🥰
One of the best love stories absolutely love it wish all the best for Sam and Tania
Mom needs to stop taking pictures during their private dinner! 😂😂😂 They are so cute!!
Best couple ever! Their moms are absolutely amazing ❤️
They are so sweet and beautiful together!!!!
Thanks for watching Riley! hope you enjoyed the episode!!
I love these stories gives me so much hope for my son !!!!
Me to...😁✌🏿
11:00 ☺️ the way he was happy because she was opening his gift.
2:10 daughter" and i live with viv" mother" scuse me?" daughter" viv is my mum" brilliant
oh my goodness this was the most precious vid ever! i am crying just watching this .. i wish them so much luck and happiness in their lives!
Aw what wonderful mothers. Tania is adorable.
I love the way he looks at her.
You can tell there's more to him than innocent boy wonder !!!!
Somewhere in him ...
There's a grown man !!!!!
My son is autistic, and this gave me more hope than I can possibly express.
Tania scrunching up her face trying to decide what to order on the menu. Totally adorable. They are what all people should be - honest, open and innocently humble.
This is amazing to see souls connecting no matter what the circumstances are. Amazing for the parents to Experience as well! There ment to be!
I love watching this documentary of Sam and Tania past relationships in last 10 years wow long time.
The two go out to eat in a restaurant with a camera crew (which must be pretty weird), and then suddenly their mother is standing at the window with the tablet and taking pictures 😂😂🤣 I just thought "Jeez, leave the two lovebirds alone a bit" 😋 I can understand that mummy is pretty excited, too 😁 Really cute couple! He is smiling when she is around, that is so freaking awesome! I hope they are still together, and that they are doing well.
Tanias mom at the restaurant is the best part
Thanks for watching Emily, hope you enjoyed!
I'm in love with this😊
We're glad you enjoyed the episode AmyGrace! Thanks for watching
Attitude I always will! These make me so happy
she seems like a very nice girl.
what a cute couple! 💚
@22:44 that was nice that she came out to support him. i hope they both find what their looking for.best of luck!🍀From Michigan, USA
Thanks for watching Gar!
How do you find all of these different people to do documentaries on? I like this channel.
Thank you very much! We have a team of researchers who find stories through social media, contacting various disability organisations and people reach out to us too 😃
These Mothers are simply as amazing as their children are. 💕👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
16:49 the way he looks at her 😭❤️
Right, melted my hear
I am so proud of them both, great job Sam!
Omg 😭❤️💖 do theY have a TH-cam channel this cant be the last 😭
Thanks for watching Marina, They don't have a channel unfortunately. stay tuned!
Incredible and loving parents!!
Everyone deserves love.!
My nephew has autism and he's 15 years old and he started to talk about girls and being interested in them this gives me hope that he will be able to live a normal life and have a girlfriend if he wants to
Thanks for watching Alina, hope you stay tuned! 😊
beautiful! definitely need an update
Thanks Tiffany, keep your eyes peeled on Attitudelive.com
what beautiful people what beautiful souls and what a beautiful love they have sending them love and light all the love and light they deserve to be happy
Sam's mum is overbearing, but very lovely. You can see she cares.
Wish mine had been similar.
8:42 mom life goals
Lovely young couple. I hope they make it.
Hope you enjoyed the episode Rebekah! Thanks for watching!😀
Two amazing moms ❤
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