The prison of your mind | Sean Stephenson | TEDxIronwoodStatePrison

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  • @abdisamadsuleyman7090
    @abdisamadsuleyman7090 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3726

    This amazing guy just passed away. RIP buddy.

    • @karenasnyder
      @karenasnyder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +158

      He changed a lot of lives while he was with us.

    • @lifecloud2
      @lifecloud2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +139

      Oh no. But I have a feeling he lived a very full life.

    • @galadriel3134
      @galadriel3134 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      😭😪

    • @budderkupp1282
      @budderkupp1282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      He motivated a ton of people!! RIP..Sean..........

    • @jredenfield
      @jredenfield 5 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Amazing guy. I pray he's experiencing joy and a running and experiencing so much more, now.

  • @S2C8509
    @S2C8509 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1718

    "The only disability is one's refusal to adapt."
    This. . .this one's staying with me for a while

  • @angieando3376
    @angieando3376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    On the day I was diagnosed with brain cancer, I was told that I had six months to live, this was TWENTY FIVE YEARS AGO!

  • @fearlessandfar
    @fearlessandfar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2058

    That bittersweet feeling of discovering someone absolutely amazing, and moments later discovering they recently died. Rest in Peace Sean. Your legacy lives on. ❤️

    • @arians3713
      @arians3713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      same here

    • @JesusGanga
      @JesusGanga 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      mark douglas

    • @NextStop2030
      @NextStop2030 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Sean lives on in all of us and all of those that you share his lessons with.

    • @graemel3069
      @graemel3069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      So So true...He was a true Braveheart Soul!!

    • @richardmutai104
      @richardmutai104 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Olose

  • @MikkiWillis
    @MikkiWillis 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1943

    I had the privilege of officiating the marriage of this giant and his wife. RIP my brother. Love you beyond words!

    • @tulipanrosas
      @tulipanrosas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      :) “Strange is our situation in the world... all we know is that we are here for the sake of others”- Albert Einstein. This person helped many people

    • @Sudeevarma
      @Sudeevarma 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      RIP Sean

    • @MikkiWillis
      @MikkiWillis 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      sandeep varma - actually, i officiated their wedding.

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@MikkiWillis Yip, anyone with half a brain cell got that!

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Ps you truly were privileged. What an incredible guy.

  • @markinsacramento
    @markinsacramento 5 ปีที่แล้ว +651

    Never believe a prediction that doesn't empower you... RIP Sean

  • @henrynoble7011
    @henrynoble7011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1536

    Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.
    ~wisdom~

    • @JessicaRodriguez-bm7gq
      @JessicaRodriguez-bm7gq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Jeremy Good It's a good thing to doubt, but hurt when you doubt the right thing

    • @loydriley9221
      @loydriley9221 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      One thing I regret in my life is to doubt crypt0. Doubt is a sickness

    • @andyobiorah4779
      @andyobiorah4779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Doubt is an uncomfortable condition, but certainly it a ridiculous one. Lol

    • @andreajueal8243
      @andreajueal8243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@loydriley9221 Crypt0 is the future, investing in it will be the wisest thing to do especially with the current rise.

    • @kelvinmcdonald5113
      @kelvinmcdonald5113 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andreajueal8243 Stock is good but crypt0 is better..

  • @mynona2491
    @mynona2491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +526

    As someone who's imprisoned in his own mind this guy brought a tear to my eye and I'm not ashamed of it. Rest in Peace big man

    • @heshamabdou5259
      @heshamabdou5259 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The same feeling as I live in the Middle East amidst its sufferings

    • @goonmaster9000
      @goonmaster9000 ปีที่แล้ว

      "big man" lol. dude is a fuckin garden gnome lol

  • @lipsadas2236
    @lipsadas2236 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1039

    "only disability is one's refusal to adapt!" ❤️

    • @mahdifarid1354
      @mahdifarid1354 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sooo Deeep !

    • @hola_y_buenDia
      @hola_y_buenDia 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      he is not dis abilitated. just like there is no anty earthqueake. resistences of earth queake. he is just very very very very very very lowwest ability. but live just matter becouse every one have to learn some meaning witch is not the meaning of the life, is the meaning of what s make matter in what ever existence. becouse anyway fisically no one will achieff nothing in the end.

    • @ehku6900
      @ehku6900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      “Adapt should looks like celebration” ♥️

    • @PeaceHulk
      @PeaceHulk 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Powerful words miss

    • @LDuke-pc7kq
      @LDuke-pc7kq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      It's okay to be disabled.. It's okay to be dying with out a cure..Not all challenges are meant to be over come, some you can't, you can only accept.

  • @unlisted1962
    @unlisted1962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +846

    "Never believe a prediction that doesn't empower you" damn I needed to hear that

    • @CherryBerryFashion
      @CherryBerryFashion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    • @learn1718
      @learn1718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It’s also being delusional. Better to be delusional than sad actually lol

    • @justafighter1346
      @justafighter1346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@learn1718 It's a dangerous game, but better than brooding

    • @anuel376x2
      @anuel376x2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Facts

    • @dezio419
      @dezio419 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Não concordo

  • @oliviamcqueen3355
    @oliviamcqueen3355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3210

    He died from complications of a concussion. His last words were, "This did not happen to me....but for me." Wow. Just wow.

    • @aaronk3788
      @aaronk3788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +284

      EXACTLY!!! Life happens for you not to you. The main difference between the scarcity and abundance mindsets. Sending positive vibes to you Olivia and whomever is reading.

    • @jonplaud
      @jonplaud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +153

      The good die young, then you have all these @$$holes living so long.

    • @bettyblack2722
      @bettyblack2722 3 ปีที่แล้ว +99

      He has gone home to Heaven To live as my FATHER GOD HAS FOR HIM. AMEN AMEN AMEN

    • @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711
      @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +148

      Let this be a lesson to everyone. Stop wasting time on negative thoughts and negative people. Truth is. Were all gonna die someday. Enjoy the time you have.

    • @sloppyjoecomedy
      @sloppyjoecomedy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      @@jonplaud It's because they already fulfilled their purpose, the reason they were here in this world.
      Rest in Peace Sean

  • @SlipersonOMG
    @SlipersonOMG 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I happen to be neighbors with Sean when I living in Scottsdale - he literally lived right across from me. We would always converse and exchange hellos all the time. I never knew his background or anything, I just knew that he was my neighbor and he always loved to fly his drone on the grassy patch that was in between our condos. May you rest in peace, Sean.

    • @unkownmn
      @unkownmn 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I seen man look like him I'm a bar in dallas ,yea he waa driving aftee bar closed with car full friends

  • @AngelicaNightingale
    @AngelicaNightingale 9 ปีที่แล้ว +199

    "You must only listen to that which empowers you!"

    • @thutopstpr
      @thutopstpr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      powerful

    • @hultonclint
      @hultonclint 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      +AngelicaNightingale echo chamber.

    • @spootot
      @spootot 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Thutop Stpr Good thing I listened to it...

    • @NickDiamondtech
      @NickDiamondtech 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      spoot

    • @spootot
      @spootot 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      What

  • @chrisclarke5328
    @chrisclarke5328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +528

    "When we feel like we're not enough, we chase external validation"

    • @joycegumbo6086
      @joycegumbo6086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love this

    • @coldgame4you124
      @coldgame4you124 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      😪 I been battling myself this whole time I’m tired

    • @markdemell3717
      @markdemell3717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For me it was loose woman and hard drugs.

    • @hungrylion7742
      @hungrylion7742 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @leila davidson Babylonians Pharisees and narcissists.

    • @SottoLwrence
      @SottoLwrence 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markdemell3717 Good times!

  • @Sixty_Five_Pronghorn
    @Sixty_Five_Pronghorn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +931

    When I was born, I was given 20 years to live. 17 years later, I’m one of the healthiest people living with cystic fibrosis in the world today.

    • @kelpjuice5066
      @kelpjuice5066 5 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      CamoHorse 3 more years buddy 🤗

    • @raphaeljones8190
      @raphaeljones8190 5 ปีที่แล้ว +169

      @@kelpjuice5066 that is a messed up thing to say, don't put that kind of negativity into people's lives.

    • @grav3-jpeg
      @grav3-jpeg 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      @@kelpjuice5066 Goddamn dude, not funny

    • @kenwilliamsvoice
      @kenwilliamsvoice 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Keep on stepping strong!

    • @WILLYLYNCH.
      @WILLYLYNCH. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Well you got 2 years left, better start collecting the money that's owed to you. Can't let the broke bastards get off that easy.

  • @traceydenton2536
    @traceydenton2536 2 ปีที่แล้ว +245

    Within the first minute of his talk, he said something so profound. "Never believe a prediction that doesn't empower you." I love this so much. And he outlived ALL of his doctors! Love it.

  • @SuperRekanss
    @SuperRekanss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1765

    You changed many people's lives! , rest in peace Sean! Your legacy will never die. Thank you so much.

    • @muruamd
      @muruamd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      So he died. If you think about it, he's the lucky one

    • @mish6235
      @mish6235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      May his soul rest in peace

    • @disinformer4421
      @disinformer4421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@mish6235 do you think he reincarnated on this same earth?

    • @mish6235
      @mish6235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@disinformer4421 nope.

    • @lokeshnaidu1935
      @lokeshnaidu1935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Whatttt
      He died😳😔

  • @uranzayatsedendorj1240
    @uranzayatsedendorj1240 3 ปีที่แล้ว +754

    "Bullying yourself is the most dangerous thing that you could do" thank you! ;))

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I needed that 🙌

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So much

    • @zonadelsilencio556
      @zonadelsilencio556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I thank me for working hard, I thank me for believe in myself - snoopy dog 🙂

    • @paranormalsoulcircle3176
      @paranormalsoulcircle3176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I was always told that Iam not enough because God chose to allow me to be Born with Autism . I go through self torture from allowing those lies to try and tell me to Commit Suicide,yes its a hard road ,I really needed to hear this man.

    • @RichRocketMan
      @RichRocketMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@paranormalsoulcircle3176 Paranormal - Don't you dare beat yoursef up or let your demons haunt you. Especially at night or while lying awake in bed. Get the help you require, but you ARE the only you we've got, and we need you. Stand up, be confident (even when you aren't), and spread hope and love to others who have your condition. Peace to you!

  • @sutharhitesh665
    @sutharhitesh665 5 ปีที่แล้ว +377

    "If somebody pities me, they are wasting their time, because I have chosen a life of strength."
    - Sean Stephenson.

  • @hellohi2681
    @hellohi2681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +389

    This talk gave me so much strength. I was diagnosed with an illness that doesn't have a cure yet very recently and it feels like God has sent me this video.

    • @carensalazar
      @carensalazar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too

    • @lisachandler9596
      @lisachandler9596 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND PEACE GOD BLESS YOU

    • @giftking1914
      @giftking1914 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      U will be fine

    • @christianechegoyen7302
      @christianechegoyen7302 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What’s the illness ? They all have a cure just don’t look for it in the synthetic medical field.

    • @nancyhoward7005
      @nancyhoward7005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me2

  • @stryfsplash1847
    @stryfsplash1847 5 ปีที่แล้ว +528

    Man, I'm so sad Sean died. What an absolute legend he is.
    His wisdom will surely live on.

    • @GoogleAccount-po1gl
      @GoogleAccount-po1gl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Why be sad? He seems like he lived a more fullfilling life than many of us will.

    • @stryfsplash1847
      @stryfsplash1847 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It's always sad when someone good goes. Rest in peace Seany✌️

    • @fopal-gang7108
      @fopal-gang7108 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They say his dong was at his knee caps rip moose

    • @stryfsplash1847
      @stryfsplash1847 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fopal-gang7108 I heard that too 😆

    • @EphemeralProductions
      @EphemeralProductions 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So sorry to hear that he passed! Poor guy. :(. RIP dear man

  • @yesreneau
    @yesreneau 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3599

    This is one of my favorite TED talks.

    • @markchavez_1918
      @markchavez_1918 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I love your videos YesReneau! :)

    • @MrTnbopp123
      @MrTnbopp123 9 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      +YesReneau For me, i find it annoying with all these ppl telling the rest of us what we must or should do, not very inspirational at all to me. And this guy start with that stuff right of the bat. What inspires me is someone sharing his/her story and just leaves it at that, letting me do the rest of the work.

    • @keni8109
      @keni8109 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +MrTnbopp123
      Nothing wrong with a little incentive.

    • @MrTnbopp123
      @MrTnbopp123 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It is wrong though when it has the reversed effect

    • @CaptainZuurpruim
      @CaptainZuurpruim 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      +MrTnbopp123 I cannot judge how you take the advise from him. I filter out the "you have too" and remember the key points he mentions.
      I find this talk very inspirational, although the core message is as old as humans exists.

  • @sarahvegangarden4822
    @sarahvegangarden4822 5 ปีที่แล้ว +741

    He died of a traumatic head injury and his wife reported that his last words before dying were: "This didn't happen to me. This happened *for* me."
    Even as he died, he made the choice to accept that experience positively. I find that deeply inspiring, and something I want to take on and practice in my own life. "Dropping down out of that (pitying, critical) mind and into your heart."

    • @nickp5356
      @nickp5356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      Once you learn to stop feeling sorry for yourself and beating yourself up and start living your life, it's much better and so beautiful..

    • @jaynewilcox9527
      @jaynewilcox9527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amazing, fate ...

    • @CherryBerryFashion
      @CherryBerryFashion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow!

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @MKULTRA how are you doing man

    • @youtubingbabs
      @youtubingbabs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow!!!!

  • @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_
    @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_ 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Let's be real, this is the best TED ever ! Period 💎

  • @TheTeacher
    @TheTeacher 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1740

    271 Dislikes. 271 People need more Love.

    • @KingofBeasts-24
      @KingofBeasts-24 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Bipolar people. LOL

    • @stevenherrold5955
      @stevenherrold5955 8 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      ANY BODY WHO VOTES THUMBS DOWNS IS A PIN HEADED IDIOT AND THERE MISSING THE POINT OF WHAT THE SPEAKER IS TRYING TO SAY NEGATIVE ATTITUDE IS THE BARS THAT HOLDS THEM IN THERE PRISON AND I ADMIRE THE HECK OUT OF ALL THESE PEOPLE WHO CAN RISE ABOVE THERE PREDICKERMENT I CAN SOUNDS BETTER THEN I CAN'T

    • @ignornt5421
      @ignornt5421 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      340

    • @linuszubbilarsson8665
      @linuszubbilarsson8665 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Росен Плевнелиев 342

    • @ignornt5421
      @ignornt5421 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Linus Larsson Blitz 343

  • @namispondjamispond9282
    @namispondjamispond9282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    He came, he saw, he conquered. His body may be gone from this earth but his spirit and message will live forever. RIP you beautiful soul.

    • @petzzz5900
      @petzzz5900 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Steven Jones why?

    • @Marcus-uu5qf
      @Marcus-uu5qf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i came, i saw, i break, the law

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@petzzz5900 He came, he saw what he had been given, he choose positivity in the face of adversity. So inspiring. Simple, no?

    • @halopeople6462
      @halopeople6462 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Namispond Jamispond ,true

    • @matankatz1607
      @matankatz1607 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marcus ayy with the ASAP rocky

  • @TCWpower
    @TCWpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +690

    This man snapped me back to reality after a pretty bad seasonal depression. I hope to remember this speech if I even get down again. Thank you, and rest in peace.

    • @cryptoformoon1391
      @cryptoformoon1391 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Replying to you to keep this message as a refresher brother, keep positive 👊🏽

    • @TCWpower
      @TCWpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@cryptoformoon1391 Thank you man, means a lot. 👊🏽

    • @folabomi713
      @folabomi713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Hope you're still up. keep the fire burning

    • @lucianorusso7598
      @lucianorusso7598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Stay strong my brother...…..I hit rock bottom 10 months ago, nearly ended it all. Today, best shape of my life, whole new direction. God Bless.

    • @TCWpower
      @TCWpower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @StraightUpTruth That's a great point. I've always prioritized happiness over success. I know I'll be successful without ambition. But, I do tend to prioritize other's happiness over my own. It's a work in progress to level the scale in that topic. Very wise advice.

  • @missmicaiah2840
    @missmicaiah2840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    One of the best Ted Talks I've ever listened to.

  • @JosieSanelly
    @JosieSanelly 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1214

    I'm thinking about how frickin' lonely could I be, so if a "random stranger" on the internet tells me they love me I start to cry.
    It was such a long time ANYBODY told me that.
    Thank you.

    • @koegon
      @koegon 8 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Petra Gabriella Gazsó We love you too!:D

    • @JosieSanelly
      @JosieSanelly 8 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Koegon aw :')

    • @cuseny426
      @cuseny426 8 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      I don't typically respond or read comments on here but yours caught my eye, it warmed my heart and watered my eyes, I love you and hope you hear them words often from this day forward - with love from a stranger

    • @JosieSanelly
      @JosieSanelly 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      cuseny426 thank you so much, your reply made my day! :') xoxo stranger

    • @joeydseviltwin7754
      @joeydseviltwin7754 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Love you Petra :)

  • @Skukkix23
    @Skukkix23 8 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    I love how he is doing the "going from one side to another" thing with his whellchair. Like a rollin leader

    • @arthurdent6256
      @arthurdent6256 8 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Skukkix23 I'd imagine that it'd become like an extension of yourself after so long.

    • @BillGreenAZ
      @BillGreenAZ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      "I keep rollin'. They hatin'." :D

  • @kelvinbel8910
    @kelvinbel8910 5 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    I'm pulling out of 4 days of drinking and sleeping depression. Stumbled upon this. Wow thank you

    • @leeloo324
      @leeloo324 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hope you're ok, I've struggled with the same probs, I know it's not easy at all 😭 🤗🤗🤗

    • @verntweld51
      @verntweld51 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Don’t hurt yourself

    • @marjoryrainey5761
      @marjoryrainey5761 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm just an anonymous person however I'm happy for you! Getting relief from his talk! Keep up with the relief!

    • @austingode
      @austingode 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Delon Duvenage why do you want to know ? Do you have the answer ?

    • @mryan4452
      @mryan4452 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I know the feeling. I'm a recovering alcoholic. Videos like this are great. It is a prison of the mind, if you believe in the chatter coming from your subconscious mind.

  • @Kevo7979
    @Kevo7979 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm 47 and I just discovered this. My whole life I've been beating myself up for what I haven't achieved. And I know I haven't spent enough time with my kid. This is a masterpiece that I will keep playing over and over. Thank you and RIP, Sean.

  • @groodstrike
    @groodstrike 5 ปีที่แล้ว +638

    I was given only 14 years of life by doctors. But now I'm 27 and I can cycle 200 km in one day, I can lift 180 kg. And I feel healthier than ever.
    Thank you, Sean.

    • @refugioverdesc
      @refugioverdesc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Uhuuuu👏👏👏👏

    • @zoidberg945
      @zoidberg945 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Glad you proved them wrong 👍🏻.
      Why they said so btw? What's the condition you were suffering from?

    • @justinamusyoka4986
      @justinamusyoka4986 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You will testify breakthrough.

    • @leomduffy794
      @leomduffy794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awsome that made my day. Bless you i hope you live a long and healthy great life.

    • @mubashirparay545
      @mubashirparay545 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@leomduffy794 Many of them just to get likes spread lies.

  • @ocayaro
    @ocayaro 9 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    One of the best TEDx talks yet.

  • @ranjeethashenoy3541
    @ranjeethashenoy3541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +361

    Only one Ted talk that made me feel empowered. Thank you dear friend. You changed my life today. Rip. May God bless your soul.

    • @CC-zv2nx
      @CC-zv2nx 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indian girls are hot! No wonder why english guys are crazy about Indian girls

    • @SobeCrunkMonster
      @SobeCrunkMonster 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Let’s leave gods out of this and appreciate this man for being a great example to the rest of humanity

    • @readifdumb
      @readifdumb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Why leave God out of this? God and logic are connected. This man is not built upon Christianity, but as humans we all use transcendental/metaphysical properties that allow us to build ourselves up. God bless.

    • @LovelyTeacher333
      @LovelyTeacher333 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine too!! RIP S.S 🙏💓🙏

    • @mortenandersson9358
      @mortenandersson9358 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Look up "Extreme ownership" and "Three secrets of resilient people" :)

  • @successb
    @successb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I pray God almighty continue to bless your Soul Sean. Amen

  • @AsylumFreak19
    @AsylumFreak19 5 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    Unfortunately Sean Stephenson passed on last night after suffering a head injury and never made it through the emergency surgery :'( Thank you Sean for existing and for being an inspiration to all of us and your legacy and spirit will live on!!!
    In loving memory
    Sean Stephenson
    1979-2019

    • @nick-wi6et
      @nick-wi6et 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AsylumFreak19 are you saying all that because of this singular ted talk or were you actually a follower of his?

    • @tonyedmonds1538
      @tonyedmonds1538 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AsylumFreak19 wow he definitely has graduated x if I can get that far I’ll be there for man hug. Love him to bits. Condolences to the family, you can meet up.... I’d recommend checking out the Monroe institute x

    • @insertname7750
      @insertname7750 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      AsylumFreak19 well I think it’s safe to say he beat those doctors by 39 years and 364 days

    • @lovinglifehealth
      @lovinglifehealth 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      His soul fulfilled its mission and is complete for now. Blessings and condolences to his loved ones. He made a mark on this world 💖

    • @ETAisNOW-wn8wx
      @ETAisNOW-wn8wx 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nick-wi6et I could be wrong but op seems to be making a generic comment to get likes.

  • @damianlopez7630
    @damianlopez7630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    I Just Read He Passed Away. We need People Like He Now More than ever Here on Earth. May He Rest In Good GOD'S Presence.

  • @internet_internet
    @internet_internet 5 ปีที่แล้ว +193

    I predict that this talk will survive the test of time.
    Rest In Peace.
    May God bless you.

    • @Lucas_Jeffrey
      @Lucas_Jeffrey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Nothing survives the test of time, absolutely nothing. But it was still a good talk :)

  • @pski3
    @pski3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I'm crying right now, this is the first Ted talks video that I am and I'll be repeating everyday of my life until it sinks in. Oh no, reading the comments and I realized that this lovely soul has passed on. I feel so emotional right now. May your amazing and loving and wise soul rest in perfect sir. I love you so much, you'll forever remain in my heart! Thank you for giving this Ted speech❤️🌹🙏🏾

  • @IferJ
    @IferJ 8 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    I am a fully grown up man but watching this man say what he just said makes me cry of inspiration & awe

    • @hilath
      @hilath 8 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I actually did (cried).

    • @victornaut
      @victornaut 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That's no shame at all, this is beautiful man! Success!

    • @michelberger4748
      @michelberger4748 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      thronecode

    • @maltysaltyy
      @maltysaltyy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why are you calling him a pussy because he cried? Isnt it normal to cry as a guy?

    • @Thehandsomest
      @Thehandsomest 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gustav needs more love

  • @sudarshanmahadev4171
    @sudarshanmahadev4171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    Being a guy on a wheelchair, I completely understand what he says and I feel my attitude elevated after watching this

    • @indianfirst1883
      @indianfirst1883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I am grateful that we live in times of TH-cam with TEDx videos available to be able to listen to such amazing content coming from deep in the heart of such winners. Its a privilege that our forefathers never had.

    • @alyamahawilliam6624
      @alyamahawilliam6624 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @youtubingbabs
      @youtubingbabs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I always think that's God's love coming through. Like, we're all capable of good and bad... But if we focus and learn to recognize the face of God, we can let him through.

    • @detuneCris
      @detuneCris 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you're more than "a guy on a wheelchair" tho, that's the point of it all :)

  • @MsMarmolade
    @MsMarmolade 3 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    Dude. I’m gonna listen to this everyday until I’m thinking this way without it.

    • @IanStrika
      @IanStrika 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Did it work?

    • @eileenhavern77
      @eileenhavern77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Good idea

    • @beeiz5656
      @beeiz5656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wishing you wellness !

    • @RichRocketMan
      @RichRocketMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      EXACTLY what I was thinking!

    • @jonplaud
      @jonplaud 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm going to read his books.

  • @gardenofeels6872
    @gardenofeels6872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    "The two most important days in a person's life are the day they were born...and the day they figure out why."-- Mark Twain

  • @irondino247
    @irondino247 8 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    He is amazing. When he said he loved us, I felt it. wow

  • @mindbodyrelaxation6828
    @mindbodyrelaxation6828 3 ปีที่แล้ว +217

    To everyone who is experiencing a difficult situation:
    To shoot an arrow you have to pull it backwards. So when life drags you back with some troubles, it means it's going to launch into something better.

  • @japhethgomez3437
    @japhethgomez3437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +320

    "Do not believe in the prediction that doesn't empower you."
    Few minutes of this video already hit me to my bone! Such amazing words coming from this man.

    • @nunu4evaaa
      @nunu4evaaa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      DO NOT BELIEVE ANYTHING THAT DOESNT EMPOWER YOU💛

    • @spartan8650
      @spartan8650 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Walking carcass following the masses 👌

    • @amberslahlize7961
      @amberslahlize7961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There has to be a balance to that statement though, because we all get sick and die. We can overcome sickness, but not the grave.

    • @nunu4evaaa
      @nunu4evaaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@amberslahlize7961 LIKE THE GREAT WARRIORS OF THE PAST CONQUER YOUR FEAR AND YOU WILL CONQUER DEATH - ALEXANDER THE GREAT

  • @stevehildebrandt6921
    @stevehildebrandt6921 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Oh, my God, oh my god. I don't even know how to start what I feel. You have to be. One of the strongest smartest most down to ground level, incredibly intelligent with 1 of the most powerful messages of all time.
    Simply amazing, I love you too. God bless you and thank you. Thank you. You're twice the man I am.
    I Tip my hat to my bow, my head to you.
    JUST WOW....

  • @drivn4895
    @drivn4895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    "Drop out of your mind and into your heart"
    Love this.

    • @alexispapageorgiou72
      @alexispapageorgiou72 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amazing quote. And his face when he spoke those words... RIP buddy.

    • @markdemell3717
      @markdemell3717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The heart mind link must be strong .

  • @OktoberLove
    @OktoberLove 9 ปีที่แล้ว +243

    he just spoke so much truth

    • @thutopstpr
      @thutopstpr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yes

    • @rarestsphinx8278
      @rarestsphinx8278 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely

    • @JulieMaeThies
      @JulieMaeThies 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Yourtube User According to Wikipedia he is a Doctor of Clinical Hypnotherapy. I think he was being facetious though.

    • @SeanStephenson
      @SeanStephenson 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yourtube User My doctorate was in clinical hypnosis from American Pacific University. Took me 8 years to complete. Sadly that institution was mismanaged and closed its doors a few years ago.

  • @hanna.nguyen
    @hanna.nguyen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    Imagine everyone listens to this talk of Sean every morning when starting our day, what a beautiful world that might be!

    • @leroyc5289
      @leroyc5289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      yesss!! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @timothykangethe7700
      @timothykangethe7700 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Awesome Hà Nguyèn. Hope you practice what you preach every morning 🎯 🙌

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      God, that'd be maddening.

  • @alanapril4643
    @alanapril4643 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I was in a special ed program. In my senior of highschool, I was told by the career counselor that I was not smart enough to go to college. It took me 10 years, but I graduated with a bachelor's in political science. Seeing this guy tells me that there are other people that are worse off, but he has done well because of his awesome attitude about overcoming his disability. He is an inspiration.

    • @jtdilauro
      @jtdilauro 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      proud of you.

  • @AAMichael888
    @AAMichael888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +607

    I had the honor to meet Sean twice. Incredible human being. Who in the heck would put a thumbs down??

    • @LaureninGermany
      @LaureninGermany 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Just bots, that’s what I tell myself…

    • @aaronk3788
      @aaronk3788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      The world is built on contrast my friend and there is, undoubtedly, an opposite to everything so we should expect that there will be haters of this video and we know why.. those who do not reflect, outwardly project .. meaning they are not happy with themselves and it is way too hard to rise up so they rather pull people down to their gutter. Equally parts sad and liberating to know this dynamic of the human mind.

    • @Dbjjr26
      @Dbjjr26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Strange world we live in. Some feed in hate and fear. Because thats all they know

    • @SamuelJunghenn
      @SamuelJunghenn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      The people that need his message most.

    • @jrcandela77
      @jrcandela77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      just wondering exactly the same...shame on them!!!

  • @nodresiak
    @nodresiak 9 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    This is probably the most useful Tedx talk I have ever seen. No pun intended but this guy does not present with the massive ego of the typical TED X host. I agree with his line of thinking about life and I would just add one thing I have picked up over the years. Treat every experience you have with another human being as a learning experience. So many people go through life thinking they don't need to learn from others that they deem to be in a "lower station" in life. The doctor often thinks that the patient can't teach him and the social worker thinks the client doesn't possess any nuggets of wisdom. In regards to that line of thinking, I would like you all to think of the old adage "even a broken clock is right two times each day". When we stop thinking of ourselves so much we really start to see so much more beauty in the world.

    • @skankwave
      @skankwave 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +nodresiak This comment has the most wisdom in all of TH-cam.

    • @nodresiak
      @nodresiak 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Skankwave
      Thanks-- but I wish you to remember the broken clock adage. Give me 5 minutes and I am sure I will say something ignorant. I know that as a parent I have learned a lot from my kids. Sometimes the teacher becomes the student.
      P.S. I don't know where you got your name from but I like it. Sounds like a cool name for a rock band. I always thought it was an appropriate name for some girls that was most likely derived from the word "skunk".

    • @Joe-fg5zz
      @Joe-fg5zz 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +nodresiak Fantastic comment, very open minded. The world needs more people like this!

    • @EugenioCasulo
      @EugenioCasulo 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Excellent said!

    • @nerysghemor5781
      @nerysghemor5781 9 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      +nodresiak Yeah, the fact that he recognizes everyone has unique challenges and those are meaningful to those people is something a LOT of people never do figure out.

  • @cyrogen9922
    @cyrogen9922 8 ปีที่แล้ว +631

    "All these doctors are dead"
    That guy is a freakin savage

    • @decatengt887
      @decatengt887 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      35 years roast

    • @viktoriavikvik6643
      @viktoriavikvik6643 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think he morder them lol

    • @daltonsankey8648
      @daltonsankey8648 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Those*

    • @sash0047
      @sash0047 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      i only doctor i prefer is doctor dre

    • @imjudeau2156
      @imjudeau2156 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Austin Martín Hernández RIP legend.

  • @ptweed5531
    @ptweed5531 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Sean for such a beautiful speech that will go on helping many generations to come. RIP Sean

  • @marion4549
    @marion4549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +245

    This should be shown in every school in the nation. Empowerment not victimhood is the best way forward in life.

    • @geraldoabiliodossantos203
      @geraldoabiliodossantos203 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello

    • @tippytalk
      @tippytalk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Instead they teach CRT which teaches kids to be victims and all the hate that overthrows a civilization

    • @fatusopp4739
      @fatusopp4739 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tippytalk im in highschool rn yet i cant remember being taught critical race theory or to play the victim. hmmm sounds like someone doesnt know what theyre talking about. it is the fault of the media, not the school system.

    • @tippytalk
      @tippytalk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fatusopp4739 Not to burst your bubble, but just because you have not been CRT, and you say that you were not taught to play victim, does not mean that it is not done in other high schools. I am really glad you are not part of the brainwashing factory.

    • @_yoshivolts_115
      @_yoshivolts_115 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not just in the nation

  • @downbntout
    @downbntout 3 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    L1: Never believe any prediction about yourself that doesn't empower you.
    L2: You are not your condition. Your freedom happens when you adapt, when you realize that others only want to be loved.
    L3: Bullying yourself is the most dangerous thing you can do. Instead of staying stuck in your chattering mind, work on and from your heart and master your emotions toward loving others.

    • @zac2877
      @zac2877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      thanks for summary bro, thank you

    • @Lobatomic
      @Lobatomic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is a really useful post, thanks 😊👍🏼

    • @downbntout
      @downbntout 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Lobatomic like I have it all mastered pssh

    • @davidsokoloff2331
      @davidsokoloff2331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you..we are richer that this great man was among us for awhile..now let his words and wisdom nourish our spirits and ignite our actions

    • @zac2877
      @zac2877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidsokoloff2331 totally well said amigo

  • @Chirag_Gupta5
    @Chirag_Gupta5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    Watching this 7 years later, his words still give goosebumps. RIP Sean

    • @abdulrahmanghourabi2515
      @abdulrahmanghourabi2515 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      did he dieeeee ???AND WHY ????

    • @juancarlodelosreyes2383
      @juancarlodelosreyes2383 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He died?

    • @Chirag_Gupta5
      @Chirag_Gupta5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@juancarlodelosreyes2383 yes he met an accident

    • @ibrahimraa2248
      @ibrahimraa2248 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@abdulrahmanghourabi2515 Why ‘ why ‘ ? I think you meant ‘ how ‘ , my friend , right ?

    • @Slapbs
      @Slapbs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Chirag_Gupta5 how

  • @JesusGarcia-dr6tg
    @JesusGarcia-dr6tg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Even after his passing, he still arrives to many people, I'm one of them, thank you! you're big!

  • @nikolairomanoff6969
    @nikolairomanoff6969 8 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    I listen to this speech every morning. Videos that encourage me to live life to the fullest.

    • @nikolairomanoff6969
      @nikolairomanoff6969 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Devin McCall all these Ted X videos are pretty awesome and very inspiring. Just browse through their videos and you'll find some you would like.

  • @Madmen604
    @Madmen604 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Remember that pity is condescending, but empathy and compassion are simply expressions of love.

    • @Maneras03
      @Maneras03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah every time I see a homeless in the heat or just doing really bad I don’t look at them like they’re any less I just put myself in their shoes and think that if I were them I’d appreciate some sort of help...now some are grateful and some are just pretty low

  • @sage.anniex
    @sage.anniex 8 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    1:29 "...and i am the only doctor that remains" , it sounds like the speech that the villian usually says to his victim, he even has the condescending tone to it😂

  • @pavlinaambrozova4185
    @pavlinaambrozova4185 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This speech is short, but to be honest, every sentence is pure gold. His speech is full of love and hope.

  • @MaryellenSmith
    @MaryellenSmith 10 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I met Sean last weekend at an ice cream shop. This man lives his talk! He emanates pure love and joy. It was a privilege to meet him.

  • @grasshopper2879
    @grasshopper2879 5 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    Incredible. I'm in tears. How lucky we all are to have shared a planet with this man.

  • @stevenburrow8804
    @stevenburrow8804 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    4:10 - "I have chosen a life of strength." wow. mind blown.

    • @hannathebrave2200
      @hannathebrave2200 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I so understand what he means and respect him!!! Amazing. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖‼️I wish I would hear more of his wisdom!🥺

  • @MINDFULMULTIVERSE
    @MINDFULMULTIVERSE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. -Nelson Mandela

  • @sambenkamel
    @sambenkamel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I love the fact that he didn't dwell after finishing talking, to feel pleased seeing people clapping for him. truly genuine speech

    • @dharmendrainsuranceguru
      @dharmendrainsuranceguru 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi

    • @suzesinger6762
      @suzesinger6762 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dharmendrainsuranceguru .... Low

    • @hritikdalal6027
      @hritikdalal6027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah I also noticed that. He was actually what he was saying, he is free from that prison.

  • @rockname
    @rockname 8 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    This guy is a fucking legend

  • @TobySpeedySP
    @TobySpeedySP 5 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    You’re amazing man. Rest In Peace

    • @amsgamsg8928
      @amsgamsg8928 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excuse me please, has he died?

    • @TobySpeedySP
      @TobySpeedySP 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      AmsG AMSG, he passed on the 28th of August in 2019

    • @amsgamsg8928
      @amsgamsg8928 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TobySpeedySP Thanks

  • @Nine7383
    @Nine7383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lesson number one strikes so deep. Never believe a prediction that doesn't empower you. Only you can determine your future.

  • @janipopardowski300
    @janipopardowski300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +409

    So Sean's dead? Well, he's still helping ppl here.

    • @husgrnd2429
      @husgrnd2429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@heinrichhimmler491 bruh

    • @IcyBrown
      @IcyBrown 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@heinrichhimmler491 hello Mr Himmler, I knew you were still alive and hiding somewhere, get your creased a$$ up over here to Germany, so we can sue it!!!

    • @daveyt4802
      @daveyt4802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wow, wheelchair accident in 2019.

    • @harinderbawa5499
      @harinderbawa5499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      u r damn right

    • @donttrip7027
      @donttrip7027 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@heinrichhimmler491 bruh you literally went through this whole comment section to call people pathetic for taking inspiration from a man with a lot to say. Probably the most pathetic thing ive seen or heard all year lmao🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡 get a job

  • @CalumnMcAulay
    @CalumnMcAulay 9 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I know one of the main messages here was not to feel sorry for or pity others but I definitely think an exclusion applies to those who gave this a thumbs down!

    • @LuizGuilhermePachecoLittig
      @LuizGuilhermePachecoLittig 9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +chris mcaulay Or we can embrace them. Get to know why they did it. Maybe they were too bored, maybe they didn't watch to the end, maybe they feel extremely sorry about themselves and even this positive message couldn't get throught them. But I believe in another time, in another way, they can learn what is being teached here (:

    • @moderntrappings9196
      @moderntrappings9196 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Luiz G true luiz, true! :-)

    • @hultonclint
      @hultonclint 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +chris mcaulay It’s cheesy as hell. Thumbs down.

    • @WarYaaWarrior
      @WarYaaWarrior 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ur humour .. ur awsomeness

  • @user_16309
    @user_16309 7 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains And we never even know we have the key
    --The Eagles "Already Gone", 1974

  • @christineb2640
    @christineb2640 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Whoop whoop! The sound of everyone celebrating us all. Awesome talk 😊I know you can see this from heaven Sean Stephenson! Your life changing, thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @PianoMastR64
    @PianoMastR64 8 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    "Deep down inside every human being just wants to be loved. Even if they're tough. Even if they're scary. Even if they're vicious. You get them into the right position at the right time, they'll tell you the truth. They just want to be loved. You know who they want the love from the most? They want to be able to look in the mirror and love themselves."
    This hit me very hard.

    • @melodyclark4347
      @melodyclark4347 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      PianoMastR64
      It wasn't until I read your comment, that I cried for the loss of him. But he never was and never will be lost.
      Blessings to you.

  • @northerniltree
    @northerniltree 5 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    The doctor gave me a month to live. I reminded him how much money I owed him yet. He thought for a moment, and then gave me 72 months at 5.99%.

  • @ashishkumarg5
    @ashishkumarg5 9 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    "The only disability is one's refusal to adapt" , very very true...

  • @Mia-ei4mh
    @Mia-ei4mh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have been self pitying myself for the past few days, for the things I am unable to reach or fearing what people would say if I even bring a name to it. My greatest fear lies in the prison of my mind, I'm thankful this talk exist 😭😭😭😭

  • @EbonyEnigma13
    @EbonyEnigma13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    "They want to be able to look in the mirror & love themselves." I felt that. 😖😞😢 RIP.

  • @osmiridium
    @osmiridium 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    The moment Sean explained that he had a purpose- to rid the world of insecurity- I started crying and laughing, and couldn't stop for two minutes. Every little insecurity I've ever had, at that moment, pointed in exactly the opposite direction. These are words I've needed to hear for a while, and now I know in clearer definition who I am and what my purpose is.
    Thank you, Sean Stephenson.

  • @25987489
    @25987489 8 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    "I love you, each and every one of you and I wish you freedom within these walls. God bless"

  • @Enthub47
    @Enthub47 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “The reason is up here -in our minds “ deep word .

  • @sun.sh.in.e
    @sun.sh.in.e 8 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I loved it so much I didn't want him to stop talking.

  • @RandomVideoCircus
    @RandomVideoCircus 9 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    The mind is a powerful tool, and can be deadly if you don't shift from negative thoughts to positive ones.

    • @moinmoin1293
      @moinmoin1293 9 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +RandomVideoCircus That is very true. I myself made the experience that it is possible to change your entire life by just thinking, without changing anything else but my thoughts. Without that, I would probably be dead by now.

    • @P40BTomahawk
      @P40BTomahawk 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +Slender Man Control your thinking and don't let your thinking control you

    • @eriksmith178
      @eriksmith178 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You just blew my mind. Thank you

    • @srt8up4shot
      @srt8up4shot 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah but at the end of the day these are just words. its completely obvious changing your thinking changes your life. like no shit lol, negative thoughts destroy you, positive thoughts build you up.
      but no one teaches us how to consistently be positive, sometimes it feels like i don't even have control over my own mind, but when i do...oh its amazing...like the world is in the palm of my hands.
      i just hate when ppl make it seem so simple, and say "think positive!" like no shit!!!!!

    • @moinmoin1293
      @moinmoin1293 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      srt8up4shot
      Yea, like when you got depression and people think it will help to say "think positive"... Makes me mad

  • @MrBrian4585
    @MrBrian4585 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Is true self-pity is a mental prison. Powerful speech!!

  • @Jaszieeeeeee
    @Jaszieeeeeee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My fav words from him are that “You are enough” Even though he passed away I know that he is in a good place ❤️❤️

  • @scubawithatuba
    @scubawithatuba 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    He will be DEARLY missed but NEVER forgotten!

  • @sebastiansantamaria2245
    @sebastiansantamaria2245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    5:23 "The only disability is one's refusal to adapt"
    Wow that hit hard, specially because I always thought that my environment had the fault of my mistakes, therefore not taking charge of it. It's time to take accountability and propose myself to reach my full potential. I'm the only one that can bring happiness, prosperity and love to my life. It's up to me.

  • @soinlove8306
    @soinlove8306 8 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I need to listen to this a few more times maybe daily. #besttedtalk

    • @harvinvevron7400
      @harvinvevron7400 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah me to

    • @tonyausten2168
      @tonyausten2168 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      ME TOOO!!!!!!

    • @mamiluisamia
      @mamiluisamia 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Denis Corlotean wandering why is sooo hard to motivate abd love ourselfs unconditionally...it should be natural...I found a possible answer : a part of us called ego gets smaller when we don't complain when we don't feel victims when we don't feel sorry for ourselves or others. And ego hates to get smaller. It a like ego is hungry. See if this idea is useful to you all :)

    • @tobiabe-ajakaiye1985
      @tobiabe-ajakaiye1985 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel you. But you are the only you alive, you are the only you that would ever be. Own it.!!!

    • @tobiabe-ajakaiye1985
      @tobiabe-ajakaiye1985 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel you. But you are the only you alive, you are the only you that would ever be. Own it.!!!

  • @RainFall-wz2yp
    @RainFall-wz2yp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    prayer for an open heart, a mended heart,
    a healed heart, a restored heart,
    and a mind at peace.
    for removal of any and all obstacles and blockages
    that may be in the way
    of self-love and twin-flame love.

  • @radsuvajatz6921
    @radsuvajatz6921 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I cried when I heard the news, thank you buddy for this speech

  • @ADHDPatrick
    @ADHDPatrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Rest in peace Sean! Inspiring person with big heart

  • @amiti
    @amiti 8 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    one of the best ted ever! thanks for your knowledge and inspiration!!

  • @johnbannon2812
    @johnbannon2812 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm 42 and I'm finally starting to follow his lessons. Life is short it not worth bullying yourself. RIP Sean

  • @MrTytrkstr23
    @MrTytrkstr23 5 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    This was one of the best TED TALKS EVER

    • @MrMiss-cp9bw
      @MrMiss-cp9bw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Which has to mean you haven't watched more than 2-4 TED talks.

    • @Lucas_Jeffrey
      @Lucas_Jeffrey 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@MrMiss-cp9bw with a name like "Mr. Miss" im not surprised you don't agree

    • @MrTytrkstr23
      @MrTytrkstr23 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrMiss-cp9bw I have watch many Ted Talks. The point is he was great there can be many amazing Ted Talks there is a reason why they get so many different people. So I guess your mind is not opened enough to take in everything they say. So why watch them 😂

    • @MrMiss-cp9bw
      @MrMiss-cp9bw 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrTytrkstr23 Triggered much, or are you just giving him the sympathy card?
      It's not a good talk, not by a long shot.

    • @MrMiss-cp9bw
      @MrMiss-cp9bw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrTytrkstr23 Now go back and watch Logan Paul make fun of suicide victims ;)

  • @Laura-ht6vs
    @Laura-ht6vs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    My father and I were both born with the same birth defect as Sean. In so many ways he reminds me of my dad both in personality and it looks. Rest in peace Sean and please hug my dad in heaven for me.

  • @macioluko9484
    @macioluko9484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Mastering yourself makes you fearless. Thank you Sean! I was so happy to hear you speak.

  • @jeffsanders444
    @jeffsanders444 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    One heck of a great MAN! He delivered some priceless knowledge in that speech. I feel extremely fortunate to have heard his message. I've been a physical prisoner before. Confined behind bars and walls. That was pretty awful but what was worse was the prison I remained in after my release. It has taken some time for me to escape the negative self image and to stop beating myself up. I'm determined to be better at being me each day and to try to love my fellow man unconditionally. Each day is a gift and a choice.