I Stole a Chocolate Bar and Learned a Lesson I'll Never Forget

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  • @dherman0001
    @dherman0001 หลายเดือนก่อน +190

    My mom found candy i had just stolen. She walked me back into the grocery store and told the manager that i was volunteering to work for free. He worked me for 10 hours, gave me back the chocolate i stole and said, "next time, just ask to work for it". Never stole again. I became the neighborhood lawnower, snow shoveler, weed puller, car washer. I learned.

    • @Altered-Stigma
      @Altered-Stigma หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      Great parenting. Instead of passing the blame on someone or something else, or saying you're a good kid and you're innocent, you see this far too often today, she forced you to take responsibility for your actions. My dad did something similar with me when a group of friends and I stole sodas from a vending machine. Had to work off the debt and learned my lesson.

    • @giornikitop5373
      @giornikitop5373 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      yeah, same here, we stole some game cards from a store, very small value but still a steal. after we apologised and my mother payed the owner, she had us do various chores for him and others. took us hours. in the end the owner told us to choose one of those and take it. after we picked them, my mother said "now how would you feel if i stole them from you?"
      yeap, we got the point, not only that stealing was wrong, but also why it is. never did it again.

    • @jimmydandy9364
      @jimmydandy9364 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Just don't steal the lawnmower :P

  • @iancooper2338
    @iancooper2338 หลายเดือนก่อน +124

    and this guys, is how Alex became "Better than Factory".. Big respect! 💙

    • @lawrencecavens5760
      @lawrencecavens5760 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      And ! Alex deserves every bit that we give him and more.

  • @electronics_hobbyist
    @electronics_hobbyist หลายเดือนก่อน +81

    That shopkeeper was amazing, instead of embarrassing you, he called you confidentially and just gave you some great advice...I love that 💯

  • @SzymekCRX
    @SzymekCRX หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    As a kid I stole a bunch of Lego bricks from my friend because he's parents was richer than mine and I had no Legos in my toys. I was purely jealous. His mom caught me stealing because my pockets were full when leaving home 😄 My mum forced me to go with her to my friend and apologise in person. That was also a good lesson and I remeber that even today. I am 43 today

  • @andybonneau9209
    @andybonneau9209 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    My father OWNED a grocery store. One day my brothers and I were in the store and we took some candy. My father saw us and asked us if we thought it okay to steal from him. We never thought of it that way. We never took anything without paying again.

  • @jlplumley2
    @jlplumley2 หลายเดือนก่อน +39

    I'm glad you told that story. I have so much respect for you For sharing that story with us.

  • @inoscopedjfk8207
    @inoscopedjfk8207 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Videos and clips of yours like these remind me that you are not just another typical TH-camr, but you are also a very wise and genuine human being. Good messages and lessons do indeed stick with a child for a lifetime. Thanks for this.

  • @ShaneMcGrath.
    @ShaneMcGrath. หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    Great story.
    The last part about parents is important, Make the effort to at least give them a hug, You just never know.
    My old man turning 80 this year, Went in for major operation for hip replacement and I have seen other youtubers make short videos and crying about how they never got a chance to say they love them even though they had decades. They regret it for the rest of their lives,
    I shake my old man's hand and give him a hug and say just in case, We both had a few tears and try not to show it.
    He pulled through and is doing awesome, But I'm glad I finally had the balls to at least let him know even without saying the I love you part out loud, I suggest others do the same before it's too late.

  • @saltiga
    @saltiga หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I learned a lot just by watching your videos. Not only on the technical side, but also about life.

    • @paulm2676
      @paulm2676 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      He s a good man 👍🏻

  • @NOXFPV
    @NOXFPV หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I had a similar experience. I still remember it 55 years later. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Desaved
    @Desaved หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I stole candy in New York too, the Bronx, age 5. My mother saw me walking back to the park from the store and I was trying to empty my pockets as fast as I could while walking towards her. She saw it all. She was mostly mad because she thought someone kidnapped us, so it was a weird beating of hits and hugs! I never stole again till I was in my teens and let someone else talk me into it! Got caught then too. I since have learned never let someone talk me into doing things that are not in my heart. Thanks for sharing your story. Glad to know you're a New Yoker too.
    I have been watching for about 9 months and I always felt a connection with you, even though I can't do what you do, you seem easy to understand, like we could relate. I'm sure if I need something repaired I will be sending it your way because of your honesty on forthrightness. Cheers to learning good lessons!

  • @bassam1985
    @bassam1985 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    My father is also from Lebanon, now we live in Venezuela,he raised me well, people there have good values, i can relate to your story, my dad is like the shop owner that you described, thanks for sharing this.

  • @goldmarkg
    @goldmarkg หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    My father never sat me down to tell me how to be a good father, a good husband, or a good human being. He just lived that life and was an example to me and my twin brother. I owe all my success in life to him. I am certain you are like that to your kids. We need more like you.

  • @aloush-syriafarming5957
    @aloush-syriafarming5957 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    إنه لفخر أن تترعرع في ربوع طرابلس حيث الأهل والخلان والحكمة الصادقة.. ❤❤
    لك التحية والتقدير والاحترام من سوريا

  • @Xaveth
    @Xaveth 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Back when society had values. I remember those times. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @pittbullv5
    @pittbullv5 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    That Man taught you how to be a good person, or how to keep yourself a good person, and now you share it to others...makes you a good person. Thank You for sharing this, it has helped more than you will ever know.

  • @Shiznaft1
    @Shiznaft1 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Great story, thanks for sharing your childhood in Lebanon.

  • @warpspeedracer
    @warpspeedracer หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Words of wisdom.

  • @JacobLara
    @JacobLara หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Excellent story. This is how we learn. When family sticks together and lifts each other up, this is how we get better than factory.

  • @ArabianSpotter
    @ArabianSpotter หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ليس كل معلم مكانه المدرسة
    هذا الرجل علمك دروس عظيمة في موقف واحد

  • @robbysguitars8223
    @robbysguitars8223 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    That's a beautiful story, my friend.

  • @Horus9339
    @Horus9339 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you Alex, your stories are a delight to listen to as they are thoughtful and have wholesome lessons.

  • @chriscade7051
    @chriscade7051 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Man I am just blown away but thank you for taking the time to make this video that will impact so many ppl

  • @IamSpectre2020
    @IamSpectre2020 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    That's just a leson in behaviour and discipline, it's a lesson in culture and right and wrong, I was born and raised a world away in Ottawa Canada and I was brought up with the same values, Right and Wrong. I brought up four kids and I never had to use physical discipline. I used tone values, my wife and I never yelled but they knew by my tone and level of voice how serious this was. One day my son stole a chocolate bar at the store and we caught him at home. We knew the store owner and I drove him back to the store with no one in sight I made him give the chocolate bar back and apologize and today at 38 he still remembers the emebarassement he endure with not even his mother knowing, it was our secret. Great story my friend.

  • @CaptainCarling
    @CaptainCarling 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That's a story that all good people can relate to

  • @limaliaaslam7798
    @limaliaaslam7798 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Heart touching.

  • @RobertRidgley
    @RobertRidgley หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Good stories with powerful lessons. Those people helped to shape you into the person you are today. You were very fortunate to have had them in your life at the right time. Thank you for sharing this with us.

  • @mm0077
    @mm0077 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A Wise man instilled good in a wise kid for long lasting learning lessons and success. Thank you for sharing your childhood experience.

  • @chaz4172
    @chaz4172 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Respect to you

  • @KAL-589
    @KAL-589 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Fantastic video! Thanks for sharing. ❤

  • @fourbyfourblazer2
    @fourbyfourblazer2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks!

  • @michaelgleason4791
    @michaelgleason4791 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    There's a lot of youth in my family (many cousin's kids and their kids, god I'm getting old), and they always say "oh you're so good with kids." I just don't treat them like they're stupid. The way I wish I was treated when I was a kid. I was the one told "no no no" with no reason other than "because I said so." I'll never treat a child like that.

  • @gpredd1
    @gpredd1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    God bless you and your family.❤❤

  • @thenextension9160
    @thenextension9160 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a kid and I really appreciate the information shared about community and what it means to raise kids in a community.

  • @vicrod74
    @vicrod74 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Good life lesson! Thank you for sharing!

  • @claudefarhat6218
    @claudefarhat6218 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Honesty and Integrity,Great lesson, God Bless your life

  • @hpat225
    @hpat225 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Hello. Another great video !!! 👍

  • @kolioludiq9663
    @kolioludiq9663 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    that video was so emotional and educational and yet so true.

  • @quickenergyasc
    @quickenergyasc หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Such a beautiful story !, Thanks for sharing with us, We all need to stop and think and be more loving and kind to others! God Bless, Anthony

  • @dbcooper7326
    @dbcooper7326 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank-you Alex. You are a legend.

  • @harry-kas
    @harry-kas หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great story, Alex! A very wise person. He gave you a lesson for live and you give this whisdom on to your children. Thank you for telling us this! 🤗

  • @newvillage3
    @newvillage3 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I too had a similar experience, my aunt CHECKED me. I loved her more because of it. RIP auntie.

  • @MohamedMohy76
    @MohamedMohy76 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @TheDronzDr
    @TheDronzDr หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This story that you told, I can tell you are a great father to your kids and wife. People today is just so mean. My mother use to tell me rest her soul that you will learn that some people have no heart or soul and you just need to stay far away from them.

  • @WildRapier
    @WildRapier หลายเดือนก่อน

    Now you are the wise man teaching lessons! I'm not talking electronics repair, but I could be.

  • @itssoaztek4592
    @itssoaztek4592 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Perfect story and such a valuable lesson to learn.

  • @a13Banger
    @a13Banger หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Such an amazing human. I hope I can swing by and shake your hand one day.

  • @nenume00
    @nenume00 หลายเดือนก่อน

    it is true, neighbours used to help eachother more back in the day, at least in smaller cities

  • @romansetaffy9842
    @romansetaffy9842 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It seems you are a good person with true values

  • @afefbr5637
    @afefbr5637 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That was touching as a parent I took something or two from you thanks ❤

  • @leibfriedwolfgang9155
    @leibfriedwolfgang9155 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm impressed!
    Philosophie Is popular understanding what has to do with personal responsibility!

  • @nvanev
    @nvanev หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing video for the start of the day. I almost cried. Thank you

  • @Shabaan
    @Shabaan 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    One of your best videos. Thank you.

  • @hossamimade740
    @hossamimade740 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The story is really beautiful and reminds us of the good times. Thank you very much.

  • @user-eh4kh3ye5o
    @user-eh4kh3ye5o 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Did he not ask you to pay for it? A lesson well learned.
    The bike story is amazing too ❤🎉❤🎉 God bless

  • @j.r.scaryy
    @j.r.scaryy หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Always good to hear these stories with lessons.

  • @rpsmith
    @rpsmith หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

  • @miguelricardo4845
    @miguelricardo4845 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sharing. ❤

  • @rodhester2166
    @rodhester2166 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I remember those seats and bars.. banana seat and sissy bar.. That is what they were called back in the 70s .. good times.

  • @jme36053
    @jme36053 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In this episode, Alex speaks in parables and repairs a soul… Worth more than fixing 4090 connectors!

  • @leibfriedwolfgang9155
    @leibfriedwolfgang9155 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It would be nice to see this globally

  • @Coppersmash
    @Coppersmash หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    RESPECT!!!! True wisdom.

  • @wawaweewa9159
    @wawaweewa9159 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its alwyas awsome hearing the stories of elders about their young days

  • @thomasmroz
    @thomasmroz หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for sharing, love it.

  • @georgiosgeorgakis4202
    @georgiosgeorgakis4202 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderfull lifetime lesson...greets from Germany.
    Thank you!

  • @argykap
    @argykap 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Best video you have made! All the best from Greece!

  • @kahvac
    @kahvac หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video ..Thank you for sharing !

  • @valkasolidor6727
    @valkasolidor6727 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wonderful stories. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Poxenium
    @Poxenium หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    now imagine the morality of NYC not procecuting theft under 1000USD...

  • @Rodolfo_Gallegos
    @Rodolfo_Gallegos หลายเดือนก่อน

    In Mexico we see our parents every week at least. We don't forget them.

  • @humer101
    @humer101 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of my boys did the same thing. We were on I 95 southbound, from NJ to Florida, and he grabbed a chocolate bar. I noticed when we got to the car. We returned to the store, and I made him pay for it and put it in the garbage on the way out.
    I was embarrassed when I told him that my family had an unlimited food budget and that it was unnecessary to do that.

  • @Even-Steven
    @Even-Steven หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    That's a great story, and worth telling. Thanks for sharing it. 🙏

  • @petersmith5199
    @petersmith5199 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm moving to Lebanon, sounds like a decent place to live.

  • @Tripplefun
    @Tripplefun หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great story! Very God you share .Good bless you !

  • @Ben79k
    @Ben79k 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'm glad you chose to share this, even if it is not a repair video. Its a very important story. Thank you

  • @chandramohannandanpawar2617
    @chandramohannandanpawar2617 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alex lovely memories of past. Our society has changed so much today. Only mechanical. We should talk about theses facts of life frequently

  • @aperrao
    @aperrao หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    great story...very refreshing....hope you can do more of these...thank you

  • @kevinm3751
    @kevinm3751 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a great story, thanks for sharing this!

  • @IslamGhunym
    @IslamGhunym 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I stole a chocolate bar too. I was 4 years old too. I also never forget that. The shop owner have also captured me. I was young and very poor. I could only eat chocolate every 4 or 5 months. Yet, that could have been a shame for my family. The shop owner didn't talk about it or tell my parents. When I just remember those days I say: daam what a tough childhood I had?!
    Now I am a Doctor, and these tough struggling old days have made the good humanitarian doctor I am today.

  • @24steemgigi
    @24steemgigi หลายเดือนก่อน

    good old memories....sometimes bring tears 🥲🥲🥲

  • @Artisan316
    @Artisan316 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sharing this story. You're the best!

  • @lawrencecavens5760
    @lawrencecavens5760 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much Alex. Your good Character really shows of the wonderful person you really are.
    you obviously had good parents and a good community And wise people around you that cared.
    You really are a good Soul my friend .
    Bless you . 🤗

  • @crankcall2u
    @crankcall2u 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great story aslo as a mexican i thank the Lebanese people who immigrated to mexico in the 1800s early 1900s and contributed so much to us in mexico

  • @GiovanyCaballero
    @GiovanyCaballero หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good video, NorthridgeFix.

  • @AlexanderPrio
    @AlexanderPrio 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    More stories PLEASE!!!!!!!!

  • @exincident
    @exincident หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for sharing this story with moral . I'll help so many people in helping kids .

  • @beickus
    @beickus 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Something Wild (1986) - "Charlie what are you doing for fun besides stealing candies?"

  • @temyraverdana6421
    @temyraverdana6421 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great lesson! Thanks a lot for share your life experiences

  • @SanxTS
    @SanxTS หลายเดือนก่อน

    the best video you've ever made... thanks

  • @totoliciu
    @totoliciu 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great story, Sir!

  • @dennismoore6935
    @dennismoore6935 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very good. God bless.

  • @danfromtechnesia
    @danfromtechnesia หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As an Immigrant, I really can relate. Here in US we are living in individualistic culture, people don't know their neighbor, everybody care about themself.

  • @somebodywill
    @somebodywill หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good story! very instructive!

  • @lezen106
    @lezen106 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I believe we all had similar lessons from our fathers or people raising us as kids . I am Moroccan and raised in france . Back in Morocco now. And crazy how some of this short moments in your childhood and defining moments that you still remember 40 years later. Keep up Alex I love your videos so much

  • @antekpc
    @antekpc หลายเดือนก่อน

    This story really made me think about life and how we should treat one another. My goal for this year is to just treat people better and constantly put forward positive vibes no matter where I go. I smile at strangers and say have a good day or have a great night. Try to make people laugh and just generally treat my family, loved ones and people I meet throughout my day better leaving them with a smile on their face. Great video Alex from one fellow New Yorker to another. ✌️ 🙏

  • @KAMIPROJECTS
    @KAMIPROJECTS หลายเดือนก่อน

    really helped me brother.love it

  • @GADDAWITECH
    @GADDAWITECH 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    السلام عليكم اتابعكم منذ وقت طويل وشاهدت الكصير جدا من فديوهاتكم القيمة اخي العزيز
    لطالما احسست انك عربي او مسلم ولا اعلم لماذا كان لدي هذا الاحساس
    حتى تاكدت عندي مشاهدتي لاحد فديوهاتك ويظهر فيها القران الكريم على المنضدة في منزلك
    ومنذ ذلك الوقت زاد حبي لكم اخي في الله
    جملية هي القصة التي ذكرتها في الفديو , غفر الله لك
    واعلم ان الله لا يحاسب الاطفال على اخطاءكم لانهم اطفال ولكن جميل ان تتذكر ذلك وتندم عليه وتستقي منه العبر والدروس حتى بعد مرور كل هذه السنوات
    هذا يدل على ضميركم النظيف
    شكرا لك مرة اخرى واتمنى لك الموفقية والسداد من اعماق قلبي
    اخوك سيف كداوي
    من العراق - الموصل
    مقيم واعمل في تركيا - جورم وبنفس تخصصكم
    في امان الله

  • @599miata
    @599miata หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are so right, man.

  • @AlaskanInsights
    @AlaskanInsights หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good story and great advice.

  • @mrmc55
    @mrmc55 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you, I have learned something ❤❤❤