I'm shocked! I was sent here from Alfie's vlog channel and this was the video that popped up on your channel, so I clicked it. My name is Victoria, I'm 14 years old and I have one hand. I'm actually crying right now because this is the first time I've seen anyone on the internet with the same condition i'm in. It's weird hearing all of the things you went through when you were a little kid, because I went through the exact same things; down to the smallest detail of the way I had to open the fingers of my prosthetic. I also lay awake sometimes wishing I had another hand, that it would be easier to make friends, that it would be easier to accomplish more. This video is so inspiring to me because at my age, all of my friends are so excited to do all of the things you get to do as an adult, but I'm terrified. I'm afraid that I wont be able to do a lot of things that come with being an adult, but the video makes me so hopeful and I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your story, I'm subscribing immediately and I'm checking out the link immediately.
Victoria thanks so much for writing this. I got tears in my eyes reading it because this is exactly what I hoped would happen to anyone younger who has the same condition. Your arm won't hold you back from achieving what you want in life! I worried about the same things as you, but the thing I noticed most is that every single person has issues so you aren't the only one who is worrying. So often people tell me that they dont even notice that I have one arm, so a lot of the time the thoughts and the worries were built up in my head for no reason. I am so happy to read this, it's honestly made my day. All the best and I hope to hear or read more about all the cool things you are gonna do with your life in the future! Dan x
Victoria Collins Hi Victoria, I have one arm too :) 14 years old is a difficult age, but everything will be great. I'm 33 and mother of the cutest girl. I was a little bit worried about changing diapers and all that, but everything is fine. And you will be fine too. Try to forget you have one arm and just do everything you want to do. You will find a way that works :)
The Youngs I can relate, my friends always forget that I have one hand, and sometimes even my mom. Thank you for giving me hope for the future. I hope one of the things I accomplish in the future is meeting you!
zoe sugg and alfie deyes recomended your channel. i watched a few other videos and never even noticed your arm until this video showed up at the end. i think your attitude is great, and your naturally funny and humble..am off to stalk yous more. river is beautiful and so cute. i am lou married to paul and we have two boys brody 6 almost 7 and autistic. and brannon 4 ...our lovable rogue. we live in northumberland. i dont vlog as such as i would not be able to take the haters. i do small little amature videos on my mobile lol ...just for fun tho ha xxx
The Youngs 😊 recording videos os great fun. my little boys love to look back on our videos. and i often look back and cry and how much my boys have grown. in a few years you will forget how small river is, but at least these videos will remimd you too xx
Pointless blog / Alfie Dayes sent me over here he was saying how you deserve so much more subscribers and I think yours do too Alfie and Zoe watch you all the time and if you have not seen the latest vlog you should. They we're saying how your vlogs are so relaxing and I think they same so keep doing what you are doing 👍👍👍
My dad was born with one arm too. He is 76 this year! I’ve grown up with it, so it’s my normal. My parents had 3 kids. He is the best dad and grandfather! Imagine what the world was like 76 years ago when he was born. He is the oldest of 8 kids. He has a smaller arm as well and has a bit more past his elbow! He can do everything and learned piano too. He’s amazing, never doubted himself and has been an inspiration, people seemed in awe of what he can do. He played football, basketball, and yes, baseball! When my mom first met him she thought he would swim in a circle, it makes us kids laugh because he is our normal. I was more bothered by people pointing and kids being scared of him. The kids always thought he was in pain and his goal was always to make people comfortable with him. His little arm was and is always a wicked tickler! He digs it in and catches just the right spot! He is the best, like you!
I'm in a wheelchair and from watching your video I am so inspired. This has helped me out so much and opened up my eyes and to start excepting myself. Keep up your hard work and you and your family deserve way more subscribers than you have right now 😊
I was born with one arm too :) I hate to break it to you, but you actually CAN iron, haha! But I don't like it either, so we'll keep it a secret. I wish i saw your videos 2 years ago when I was pregnant and a little bit insecure about changing diapers and taking care of a baby. My girl is 20 months now and everything is awesome. I just want to say to other people: you will be fine. You really can do everything you want. Thanks for this video! It's the first one I saw, but I will definitely watch your vlogs.
This was amazing and I feel moved! People can be cruel and there should never be reason for anyone to put someone down over something they can't control and the way you've overcome that is so inspirational and pure! I have a teacher who was in and accident when she was really young and had injuries to her face. By the first week in I didn't even notice and that's how it was watching your videos bc it isn't something that makes you different but unique!!!
Wow I'm a little shocked that I've been watching your videos for a few weeks and never noticed you only have one arm until I saw this just now. You're very inspiring and so witty.
This was very inspiring 💕My cousin only has one arm because she was diagnosed with cancer when she was 8 years old..It was spreading through her body..her right arm was removed..she is now 28 and is married she also has two kids 💖
You said it in a way as an explanation not a rant it was very difficult for us to understand for something who hasn't experienced it but it was said well and was inspiring 💕
Thank you thank you thank you. If it's possible or you feel like you have more to say please do share. My nephew was born two years ago with pretty much the same limb difference as you and as he gets older I think we all think about how to explain it not just to him but to other kids who may wonder in school. Really any other tips or tricks or experiences would be so wonderful. Love this video and your adorable family. Thanks so much! Also Lucky Fin Project is another organization focusing on people with limb differences and their families, if anyone is scrolling through these comments looking for more info.
WOW!!! I'm new to your channel, so I am going back to watch past videos to catch up on your story. And especially this one. You are a super awesome person. I am really impressed with your ability to talk about this. I can't even imagine how difficult it was to just talk about it, much less live with just one arm. But like you said, even if a person looks perfectly healthy, we all have something we have to deal with. I suffer from depression and anxiety, so I can understand a tiny bit of problems. This isn't coming out exactly the way I mean, but people are so quick to say, well just suck it up and do whatever it is that needs doing. But if you have depression and anxiety, it's just not that simple. Anyway, I love to watch you and Bethany and River. You're such a great family and I can't wait to see the progress of Bethany's pregnancy and the precious new addition to your family.
I was born like you!! same arm, and also my parents didn't know the actual cause of it, your youtube channel is an inspiration cause it shows to the world that we can live normal lives.
This is amazing, normally I don't comment on videos but I just had to once I saw this video. The first video I watched was from Alfie and Zoe's vlog and they were watching the prank on your wife about the gender reveal for your new baby. It was actually so crazy because I never noticed you didn't have two arms. I continued watching to see if I was going to subscribe watching the vlog when you met Zalfie, Sloppy, & Mark lol followed by a casual Q&A with both of you walking along the beach and still, nothing didn't notice. That wasn't until this video pops up in the "up next" section. This is amazing you are both so genuine and humble and it is just inspiring that your life doesn't revolve around the struggles you have overcome in your life. It is truly a good feeling to see people like you not worrying about what people say or that you "cant't do something" because you only have one arm. So I just wanted to say keep making videos they are really great. I definitely am subscribing, you both really do deserve more subscribers. Cheers
I really really adore your family. Your courage and your kind family is so amazing. I will show your videos to my family if they are feeling down. This is so encouraging to show people you can make it through anything.
I've been watching your videos ever since zalfie shouted you out. I don't think I've missed a single video since, I stumbled upon this video and was shocked because I didn't realize you had one arm. This video is so touching and I'm actually crying right now, you are sooooooooooooo inspiring. Thank you xxx
only just started watching you since your Zalfie shout out but oh my lord you are so inspiring to younger people who were born different from others and since then I've watched all your recent vlogs and fell in love with your family
Such an amazing video😊 great courage and confidence to be able to sit down and make this video knowing fully how negative people can be! Glad Alfie shouted you out so you can have a larger following which you deserve❤️
Thank you for this. My 9 year old son (also called Dan) has same little arm. He is very happy and doesn't let anything hold him back. The teenage years are going to be tough on him and I'm finding it difficult watching him grow strong, knowing that his self perception may soon change and bring him sadness. Your post is very helpful and very positive. It has touched me. Thank you x
+Nadine Davis thanks so much for this. I made the video hoping it could help or encourage others similar to me or their families. It's so nice to hear that Dan is a very happy and strong young dude. 😃
I got introduced to this channel by Alfies vlog, and I'm so glad I checked you guys out. I've quickly fallen in love with this family. You guys are so sweet and adorable.
You're such an amazing, positive person. So interesting to hear your story. But yes I imagine it's better to be born with one than to lose one. Great video x
Great Video.Im sure it will help some of the younger kids who were born with missing limbs,As you said it has not stopped you from doing anything in life.Love watching you and you're family.
+Shirley loveridge thanks so much Shirley!! Yeah we hope that this encourages anyone who maybe felt the way I did when I was younger. Thanks so much for the love xx
Due April 2nd with a son that won't have his left hand... I watch this video whenever I'm feeling overwhelmed as a reminder that he won't be the only one! Thank you.
+Lyra Barchet this is so beautiful of you to share! He won't be the only one don't worry and I'm sure he'll get on just fine! I always say, I wouldn't know what to do if I had a second one cos I know how to do everything with one hand! ❤️
Wonderful video, wonderful message! I am so happy that Alfie mentioned your channel! I am looking forward to binge watching to catch up. Keep smiling, Valerie
Thank you so much for such an honest and open video. This is so helpful. I would love to see how you drive with 1 arm. My daughter is almost 16 and we will need to think about this for next year.
Everything he says is so true I have one arm and I would always feel like I never got accepted in school and when I was in school people use to say to me to go in goals as a joke. Or why did I cross the road to go to the second hand shop. I use to cry about it wondering why have I got one arm . and this video explains a lot about people with missing limbs and how they won't to be accepted.
+rhys waldado thanks for watching! People can be so mean. At the end of the day, everyone struggles with something but it's easier to see our struggles because it's easier to see. Hold your head up and be proud of who you are 👍🏼
Just come across you via the Reach website that I haven't visited in years. Good work dude 👍🏻. Nail on the head with the ironing 😉. My other favourite go to is buttering toast. Skipping is impossible but my PE teacher at school used to insist I held both ends of the rope in one hand and jump when it hit the ground, couldn't get away with anything 🙄
I didn't even realise when I first started watching your videos, I kind of noticed on your RUclips header but I thought you'd just accidentally edited your arm out😂 this videos is so helpful for people with 'missing' limbs and also for when people approach people with 'missing' limbs! It clearly hasn't stopped you so keep doing what you're doing😌
+Beth_HCR thanks Beth! Makes me laugh knowing that you didn't notice as a few other people have said that too! Wish I knew that when I was a teenager, a lot of the time I probably just felt like people were staring when they maybe weren't! Hope it helps younger ones like me, we are all the same yet we are all different 😃😃
As a new subscriber and fellow little arm'er which just so happens to also be my left arm missing from just below the elbow which i call my stump haha! i would just like to say this video was blooming amazing to watch! (i often crack the 'handy' joke too and many others may i add hahaha!) this video is incredibly inspiring even for myself now as an adult. School and my younger years got hard for me around the same age as it did for yourself and i agree 100% with the message this video sends out. I admire you for making this fantastic video, Dan! x
This is really cool. I was born visually impaired, and am a Paralympian. This is so cool that you make these videos and are a representative of people who are different. I like that you do everything, and I always find it funny when people ask how you do things, because I get that all the time. I love you guys and am so glad I came from Alfie and Zoe's channels to watch you guys! You're so lovely, and I really enjoy you both! ❤️
1st of all, do you not like ironing because you think you cant do it or because you just don't like it? If you don't like it because you don't think you can do it - try it! You wont know till you try, you might surprise yourself and like it! 2nd Alfie Deyes recommended your channel and I am so glad he did! This is the first video I've watched of yours - liked and subscribed! And 3rdly you are one amazing person. Continue being yourself and enjoying life 😊 thankyou xx
Love this!!!! 👌🏼 what a great video Daniel!! So open and honest & I can imagine this will be a great help to children with missing limbs and also their parents! Well done on your first solo vlog! 👍🏼 xx
Finally got round to watching this at 3am!!!!! Amazing video Dan! So nice that you don't make it a 'taboo' subject. I remember when Joel told me you had one arm, I didn't believe him because I never noticed! It's not even something that crosses my mind when I think of you or see you. Was never nervous of you holding summer either! 👍🏻
At 3am! Wooaaahhh! So interesting to me that a few people have said that they never even noticed, I wish I knew/realised that when I was younger! Glad you weren't nervous about me holding Summer, can't wait to hold her next weekend!! :) xx
Hey Dan, watched this with my 7 year old who hung on your every word. Recently we've been showing her videos of inspiring, strong people (this isn't a kiss ass comment, but genuine) and you fit the bill great. I know you probably don't feel any more inspiring than the next person, but this is fantastic example of someone doing wtf they want regardless of circumstance. Thanks for sharing pal :)
Thanks so much man, that's honestly so nice of you to say. And I love it that your wee girl watched the video, if openness like this can help at least one kid then I'm 100% going to keep being open about this kind of stuff! x
Wauww, I've watch a few vlogs and videos.. and I never even notice your arm.. that's when you know, that it is just a part of you, and that it suits you very well :) really inspiring video, xx from the Faroe Island
I've been watching your vlogs for a while now and never noticed your arm until I saw this in the sidebar! It's very inspiring that you're so positive about it, it's going to help so many people with their confidence and believing that you can do anything you set your mind to :) x
I just came here from alfie's vlog and im so glad that im watching this video. It is so inspiring not only to those people who have missing arms/limbs but also to everyone who struggles in accepting themselves including me, to everyone who lacks self-confidence, to everyone who feels that being different is a bad thing, and to everyone who doesnt believe in his/her own self. I am just so proud of how you have survived life and still surviving/living it with the passion within you and the acceptance of who you really are. Im ready to meet your fam after this video i mean ready to watch your complete fam vlogs haha. ❤️ this really made me teared up tbh. Hehe best of luck!
+Hawk Eye this is such a wonderful comment to read. Especially because I was so nervous to record and upload this video! Thanks so much for the love and encouragement xx
Here from Zoe & Alfie! This video is so heartwarming! You're so inspiring and I'm inlove with little River! Can't wait to see more of your videos!!! 😁💯
That bit when you said ''1 arm, 2 arms, 3 arms, mental problems, you're no different from anyone else'' made me tear up. I've had a severe anxiety disorder and agoraphobia for 10 years and am housebound. I think you're awesome :) And yea, you probably could do ironing, but it's a legit excuse eh, lol :P
+Serendipity861 thank you so much! I love reading comments like this and I hope my experience helps you, anxiety is so so difficult! Bethany used to get it badly. I hope you're ok and that you overcome it! You're right about the ironing but I'm sticking with my excuse, who can argue with that? 😂😂
The Youngs Haha, no one, no one at all, you stick with it, lol :P Tbh I've had constant anxiety symptoms all day every day for 10 years now, and have been housebound for most of the past 10 years too :( It started when I was 19, not long before my 20th birthday, and now I'm 30... So 20's gone. *Sigh* Over recent months it just seems to be getting worse and I am struggling more and just feeling awful all the time. It is causing a lot of stress for my partner too which makes him miserable and in turn makes me miserable and more anxious. It's a difficult situation when you have mental health problems. We have an 8 year old son too. I hope I overcome it too, it's hard to be positive and believe I can get better all these years, but I hope I can 'cos I'm sick of living like this. I really don't know why I just told you all this, lol... But thanks for getting back to me and for being an inspiration to people :)
Hi Daniel and Bethany! After Zoe and Alfie mentioned you in their vlog I watched a couple of your videos and fell in love with your channel. I can't say I know what it's like to live with a physical disability but I have lived with several mental disorders my entire life. It's inspiring to know you're at a point where you're comfortable with yourself, and I hope one day I'll get there too. I'm 18 so I have a while to go but I just wanted to let you both know how much your channel means to me! Love from a new subscriber :)
Such a great video Dan. Well done. Really brave and inspiring. I'm sure you will help a lot of people who have missing limbs with this video. Keep up the good work and well done for hitting 700 subs. Nyomi x
I am a family vlogger with a baby too! :) I have a good friend who lost an arm and both legs in the military and he is so positive about it like you are. Very inspiring! Subscribed to you guys, gonna binge watch your videos now! Xx
When I first started watching your vlogs I didn't even notice you only had one arm! But I was curious as to how you coped with daily tasks, especially changing River so thanks for sharing. I'm glad you find a way whatever the situation is and don't let it hold you back! Big thumbs up for making such an inspiring video :)
i've been going to reach since i was young and named my little hand too XD it's really encouraging seeing how well you're doing in your life and with a wife and child, because i'm always scared i'll get left behind because of only having one hand, thanks for the reassurance
Thanks so much for making this video. My little boy was born with missing fingers. It was a surprise for us too. He is turning 4 at the end of the month and he is the the funniest most confident little boy who even has a girlfriend 😂 I will check out the reach website!
I really love your videos so much I hate it when people say something not nice about you that just gets me so upset 😭 just don't worry about it but it's a good thing that you can actually live with it and hold things with it and that's a real good thing 👍 it's just great that you got a life so please don't worry about it because that's how your life works and my life is the same because I only have 9 fingers xxxxxxx lvs ya xxxxx😘😍
loved watching that :) my 17 year old son was born with one hand and we would love to see a vid of you driving... he has just sent off for his provisional!
This vid was great :) Your just like any other person and this video was inspiring Zoe and Alfie recommended your channel and I have only been watching your videos for a few months now and I can tell u for a fact they are amazing :)
I've only watched a couple videos of yours (only subscribed yesterday) and I didn't even noticed you only had one arm. My cousin (who I think is 15?) was born the same, I didn't really think much about it growing up coz he would always do the same as we would - but this is really inspiring! I can't wait to watch more videos :)
Thank you for this video! I am so glad that I'm on your channel, because of Alfie! I wish you and your family the best of everything!! Thanks for making this video, 'cause know I'm going to look more positive to myself and my life 😊 And also congratulations for the new member of your family!! Lots of love 💜💜😇 God bless your family 💜😇
Bit late to this video but I only have sight in one eye and get asked SO often 'whats it like to only see out of one eye?' my response is alwaysss 'what's it like to see out of two?!' 😂
This is a really good video, man. Hopefully it reaches some of the people that might feel hopeless because they are in a similar situation. I never doubted you could do pretty much anything. Just knowing that you edit all of these videos was impressive enough to me, let alone the driving, sports, etc. That ring light is fantastic. I saw the unboxing in a previous video. It's so much more compact and easy to set up compared to the big soft box lights I have. Is it blinding to look into? I wonder if there is a diffuser or something to put over it that would make it a little less intense. Now you're making me want to spend some money... Again, super good video. You really didn't seem nervous at all. You guys have some really good sit down videos.
Such a great video, Daniel! Kids can be so cruel and the world would be a much better place with more acceptance. Danny and I always admire your creative editing skills and adventurous attitude when we watch the vlogs. So glad you decided to make this video. :)
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I'm shocked! I was sent here from Alfie's vlog channel and this was the video that popped up on your channel, so I clicked it. My name is Victoria, I'm 14 years old and I have one hand. I'm actually crying right now because this is the first time I've seen anyone on the internet with the same condition i'm in. It's weird hearing all of the things you went through when you were a little kid, because I went through the exact same things; down to the smallest detail of the way I had to open the fingers of my prosthetic. I also lay awake sometimes wishing I had another hand, that it would be easier to make friends, that it would be easier to accomplish more. This video is so inspiring to me because at my age, all of my friends are so excited to do all of the things you get to do as an adult, but I'm terrified. I'm afraid that I wont be able to do a lot of things that come with being an adult, but the video makes me so hopeful and I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your story, I'm subscribing immediately and I'm checking out the link immediately.
Victoria thanks so much for writing this. I got tears in my eyes reading it because this is exactly what I hoped would happen to anyone younger who has the same condition. Your arm won't hold you back from achieving what you want in life! I worried about the same things as you, but the thing I noticed most is that every single person has issues so you aren't the only one who is worrying. So often people tell me that they dont even notice that I have one arm, so a lot of the time the thoughts and the worries were built up in my head for no reason. I am so happy to read this, it's honestly made my day. All the best and I hope to hear or read more about all the cool things you are gonna do with your life in the future! Dan x
Victoria Collins Hi Victoria, I have one arm too :) 14 years old is a difficult age, but everything will be great. I'm 33 and mother of the cutest girl. I was a little bit worried about changing diapers and all that, but everything is fine. And you will be fine too. Try to forget you have one arm and just do everything you want to do. You will find a way that works :)
novamarkuscasander Thank you so much! 14 is hard, but I know obstacles are there to conquer
The Youngs I can relate, my friends always forget that I have one hand, and sometimes even my mom. Thank you for giving me hope for the future. I hope one of the things I accomplish in the future is meeting you!
I can relate so much, I was also born with one hand
Here from Alfie 💞
Queen Madz same
Maddie RPM same
Queen Madz same ❤ alfie
zoe sugg and alfie deyes recomended your channel. i watched a few other videos and never even noticed your arm until this video showed up at the end. i think your attitude is great, and your naturally funny and humble..am off to stalk yous more. river is beautiful and so cute. i am lou married to paul and we have two boys brody 6 almost 7 and autistic. and brannon 4 ...our lovable rogue. we live in northumberland. i dont vlog as such as i would not be able to take the haters. i do small little amature videos on my mobile lol ...just for fun tho ha xxx
ps, not being able to iron comment 😂😂 hmmm my hubby say that too x
This is such a lovely comment!! Thank you so much Louise
The Youngs 😊 recording videos os great fun. my little boys love to look back on our videos. and i often look back and cry and how much my boys have grown. in a few years you will forget how small river is, but at least these videos will remimd you too xx
Pointless blog / Alfie Dayes sent me over here he was saying how you deserve so much more subscribers and I think yours do too Alfie and Zoe watch you all the time and if you have not seen the latest vlog you should. They we're saying how your vlogs are so relaxing and I think they same so keep doing what you are doing 👍👍👍
this is a really inspiring video
Alfie and Zoe shouted you out 😍😍
'yes, that's where im coming from too!!
Yes that is how I found them too.
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+Rebecca Doherty me too haha
Very inspiring btw who else is here beacuse of Zalfie
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My dad was born with one arm too. He is 76 this year! I’ve grown up with it, so it’s my normal. My parents had 3 kids. He is the best dad and grandfather! Imagine what the world was like 76 years ago when he was born. He is the oldest of 8 kids. He has a smaller arm as well and has a bit more past his elbow! He can do everything and learned piano too. He’s amazing, never doubted himself and has been an inspiration, people seemed in awe of what he can do. He played football, basketball, and yes, baseball! When my mom first met him she thought he would swim in a circle, it makes us kids laugh because he is our normal. I was more bothered by people pointing and kids being scared of him. The kids always thought he was in pain and his goal was always to make people comfortable with him. His little arm was and is always a wicked tickler! He digs it in and catches just the right spot! He is the best, like you!
very inspiring and well said. Godbless your family
Thanks so much :) God bless you too :)
as a parent of a child with a disability i just want to say thank you for sharing this wonderful message :)
+Danielle Scott thanks so much Danielle! Xx
This man is amazing, he has the best attitude towards life😍
I'm in a wheelchair and from watching your video I am so inspired. This has helped me out so much and opened up my eyes and to start excepting myself. Keep up your hard work and you and your family deserve way more subscribers than you have right now 😊
I was born with one arm too :) I hate to break it to you, but you actually CAN iron, haha! But I don't like it either, so we'll keep it a secret. I wish i saw your videos 2 years ago when I was pregnant and a little bit insecure about changing diapers and taking care of a baby. My girl is 20 months now and everything is awesome. I just want to say to other people: you will be fine. You really can do everything you want. Thanks for this video! It's the first one I saw, but I will definitely watch your vlogs.
I found your channel because Alfie and Zoe watch you guys and gave you a shout-out. Glad to have found you!
This was amazing and I feel moved! People can be cruel and there should never be reason for anyone to put someone down over something they can't control and the way you've overcome that is so inspirational and pure! I have a teacher who was in and accident when she was really young and had injuries to her face. By the first week in I didn't even notice and that's how it was watching your videos bc it isn't something that makes you different but unique!!!
You're so inspirational! Thank you for making this video
this video is so emotional, I'm crying :( your such an inspiration !!!
wow chloe, thanks so much! sorry for making you cry!
Wow I'm a little shocked that I've been watching your videos for a few weeks and never noticed you only have one arm until I saw this just now. You're very inspiring and so witty.
This video is so inspiring I'm amazed you had the guts to say this
Blog A Challenge so so true xox
Dan I had no idea you were a vloger good for you. Awesome video mate. Very brave of you to be so vulnerable and put yourself out there. RESPECT!!
This was very inspiring 💕My cousin only has one arm because she was diagnosed with cancer when she was 8 years old..It was spreading through her body..her right arm was removed..she is now 28 and is married she also has two kids 💖
You said it in a way as an explanation not a rant it was very difficult for us to understand for something who hasn't experienced it but it was said well and was inspiring 💕
Such an insightful and inspiring video, so happy I came over here from Alfie's vlog! I'm sure i'll be watching you a lot more x
Thank you thank you thank you. If it's possible or you feel like you have more to say please do share. My nephew was born two years ago with pretty much the same limb difference as you and as he gets older I think we all think about how to explain it not just to him but to other kids who may wonder in school. Really any other tips or tricks or experiences would be so wonderful. Love this video and your adorable family. Thanks so much!
Also Lucky Fin Project is another organization focusing on people with limb differences and their families, if anyone is scrolling through these comments looking for more info.
WOW!!! I'm new to your channel, so I am going back to watch past videos to catch up on your story. And especially this one. You are a super awesome person. I am really impressed with your ability to talk about this. I can't even imagine how difficult it was to just talk about it, much less live with just one arm. But like you said, even if a person looks perfectly healthy, we all have something we have to deal with. I suffer from depression and anxiety, so I can understand a tiny bit of problems. This isn't coming out exactly the way I mean, but people are so quick to say, well just suck it up and do whatever it is that needs doing. But if you have depression and anxiety, it's just not that simple.
Anyway, I love to watch you and Bethany and River. You're such a great family and I can't wait to see the progress of Bethany's pregnancy and the precious new addition to your family.
I was born like you!! same arm, and also my parents didn't know the actual cause of it, your youtube channel is an inspiration cause it shows to the world that we can live normal lives.
I was born the same as you. its really cool to see other people who are like yourself. good stuff mate.
You're so strong. I'm so inspired by you. I won't take anything for granted now.
here from Alfie's volg :)
This is amazing, normally I don't comment on videos but I just had to once I saw this video.
The first video I watched was from Alfie and Zoe's vlog and they were watching the prank on your wife about the gender reveal for your new baby. It was actually so crazy because I never noticed you didn't have two arms. I continued watching to see if I was going to subscribe watching the vlog when you met Zalfie, Sloppy, & Mark lol followed by a casual Q&A with both of you walking along the beach and still, nothing didn't notice. That wasn't until this video pops up in the "up next" section. This is amazing you are both so genuine and humble and it is just inspiring that your life doesn't revolve around the struggles you have overcome in your life. It is truly a good feeling to see people like you not worrying about what people say or that you "cant't do something" because you only have one arm. So I just wanted to say keep making videos they are really great. I definitely am subscribing, you both really do deserve more subscribers.
Cheers
I really really adore your family. Your courage and your kind family is so amazing. I will show your videos to my family if they are feeling down. This is so encouraging to show people you can make it through anything.
I've been watching your videos ever since zalfie shouted you out. I don't think I've missed a single video since, I stumbled upon this video and was shocked because I didn't realize you had one arm. This video is so touching and I'm actually crying right now, you are sooooooooooooo inspiring. Thank you xxx
only just started watching you since your Zalfie shout out but oh my lord you are so inspiring to younger people who were born different from others and since then I've watched all your recent vlogs and fell in love with your family
Good to see you are very happy with life! Good on you for getting through life with just one arm!
Such an amazing video😊 great courage and confidence to be able to sit down and make this video knowing fully how negative people can be! Glad Alfie shouted you out so you can have a larger following which you deserve❤️
I laughed so hard at the 'handy' part! Love that you are so positive x
Thank you for this. My 9 year old son (also called Dan) has same little arm. He is very happy and doesn't let anything hold him back. The teenage years are going to be tough on him and I'm finding it difficult watching him grow strong, knowing that his self perception may soon change and bring him sadness. Your post is very helpful and very positive. It has touched me. Thank you x
+Nadine Davis thanks so much for this. I made the video hoping it could help or encourage others similar to me or their families. It's so nice to hear that Dan is a very happy and strong young dude. 😃
Thank you for making this! I cried sad tears & happy tears - your sincerity, compassion & self confidence are beautiful!!
This is honestly one of the most genuine and inspiring videos I've seen, I wish I'd found your vlogs earlier!❤️
Thank you, that's so llovely of you to say
I got introduced to this channel by Alfies vlog, and I'm so glad I checked you guys out. I've quickly fallen in love with this family. You guys are so sweet and adorable.
Wow thanks so much Lily :) xx
This was a really good video..I learned a lot from it and it was touching. Thank you and God bless you guys : )
+Stacie B thanks so much Stacie, so nice of you 😃
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You're such an amazing, positive person. So interesting to hear your story. But yes I imagine it's better to be born with one than to lose one. Great video x
Great Video.Im sure it will help some of the younger kids who were born with missing limbs,As you said it has not stopped you from doing anything in life.Love watching you and you're family.
+Shirley loveridge thanks so much Shirley!! Yeah we hope that this encourages anyone who maybe felt the way I did when I was younger. Thanks so much for the love xx
Due April 2nd with a son that won't have his left hand... I watch this video whenever I'm feeling overwhelmed as a reminder that he won't be the only one! Thank you.
+Lyra Barchet this is so beautiful of you to share! He won't be the only one don't worry and I'm sure he'll get on just fine! I always say, I wouldn't know what to do if I had a second one cos I know how to do everything with one hand! ❤️
Wonderful video, wonderful message! I am so happy that Alfie mentioned your channel! I am looking forward to binge watching to catch up. Keep smiling, Valerie
Thanks so much Valerie :) Was nervous to upload this one, but so glad that I did!
Thank you so much for such an honest and open video. This is so helpful. I would love to see how you drive with 1 arm. My daughter is almost 16 and we will need to think about this for next year.
Just wanted to say thank you for putting my mind at ease for when my little princess grows up :)
Everything he says is so true I have one arm and I would always feel like I never got accepted in school and when I was in school people use to say to me to go in goals as a joke. Or why did I cross the road to go to the second hand shop. I use to cry about it wondering why have I got one arm . and this video explains a lot about people with missing limbs and how they won't to be accepted.
+rhys waldado thanks for watching! People can be so mean. At the end of the day, everyone struggles with something but it's easier to see our struggles because it's easier to see. Hold your head up and be proud of who you are 👍🏼
Just come across you via the Reach website that I haven't visited in years. Good work dude 👍🏻. Nail on the head with the ironing 😉. My other favourite go to is buttering toast. Skipping is impossible but my PE teacher at school used to insist I held both ends of the rope in one hand and jump when it hit the ground, couldn't get away with anything 🙄
I didn't even realise when I first started watching your videos, I kind of noticed on your RUclips header but I thought you'd just accidentally edited your arm out😂 this videos is so helpful for people with 'missing' limbs and also for when people approach people with 'missing' limbs! It clearly hasn't stopped you so keep doing what you're doing😌
+Beth_HCR thanks Beth! Makes me laugh knowing that you didn't notice as a few other people have said that too! Wish I knew that when I was a teenager, a lot of the time I probably just felt like people were staring when they maybe weren't! Hope it helps younger ones like me, we are all the same yet we are all different 😃😃
You are an inspiration to many people.
You guys are actually so inspirational x I'm only fourteen and I love to see what it's like to have a child at a young age xx
As a new subscriber and fellow little arm'er which just so happens to also be my left arm missing from just below the elbow which i call my stump haha! i would just like to say this video was blooming amazing to watch! (i often crack the 'handy' joke too and many others may i add hahaha!) this video is incredibly inspiring even for myself now as an adult. School and my younger years got hard for me around the same age as it did for yourself and i agree 100% with the message this video sends out. I admire you for making this fantastic video, Dan! x
This is really cool. I was born visually impaired, and am a Paralympian. This is so cool that you make these videos and are a representative of people who are different. I like that you do everything, and I always find it funny when people ask how you do things, because I get that all the time. I love you guys and am so glad I came from Alfie and Zoe's channels to watch you guys! You're so lovely, and I really enjoy you both! ❤️
Martha Ruether
Wow what sport? that's amazing!
London Blue Swimming! Thank you!
Martha Ruether
One of my idols is Sophie Pascoe (I'm a kiwi) and I was a swimmer
London Blue That's awesome! I've met her! She's lovely!
1st of all, do you not like ironing because you think you cant do it or because you just don't like it? If you don't like it because you don't think you can do it - try it! You wont know till you try, you might surprise yourself and like it! 2nd Alfie Deyes recommended your channel and I am so glad he did! This is the first video I've watched of yours - liked and subscribed! And 3rdly you are one amazing person. Continue being yourself and enjoying life 😊 thankyou xx
I laughed reading this comment!! Because I secretly hate ironing!!! Haha thank you so much for checking us out :) xx
You are such a beautiful person inside & out, thank you for sharing xx
Love this!!!! 👌🏼 what a great video Daniel!! So open and honest & I can imagine this will be a great help to children with missing limbs and also their parents! Well done on your first solo vlog! 👍🏼 xx
+AmyBeingMum thanks so much Amy, was much more nerve racking than I thought it was gonna be! Thanks for the love x
Finally got round to watching this at 3am!!!!! Amazing video Dan! So nice that you don't make it a 'taboo' subject. I remember when Joel told me you had one arm, I didn't believe him because I never noticed! It's not even something that crosses my mind when I think of you or see you. Was never nervous of you holding summer either! 👍🏻
At 3am! Wooaaahhh! So interesting to me that a few people have said that they never even noticed, I wish I knew/realised that when I was younger! Glad you weren't nervous about me holding Summer, can't wait to hold her next weekend!! :) xx
God bless your family and I hope your little daughter grows up to be a beautiful young woman who helps her dad when he needs it•😚😊
Such a beautiful comment, thank you so much xx
Hey Dan, watched this with my 7 year old who hung on your every word. Recently we've been showing her videos of inspiring, strong people (this isn't a kiss ass comment, but genuine) and you fit the bill great. I know you probably don't feel any more inspiring than the next person, but this is fantastic example of someone doing wtf they want regardless of circumstance. Thanks for sharing pal :)
Thanks so much man, that's honestly so nice of you to say. And I love it that your wee girl watched the video, if openness like this can help at least one kid then I'm 100% going to keep being open about this kind of stuff! x
Wauww, I've watch a few vlogs and videos.. and I never even notice your arm.. that's when you know, that it is just a part of you, and that it suits you very well :) really inspiring video, xx from the Faroe Island
i found your channel from Zalfies reaction to the babys gender.. honestly didnt notice you only had one arm until i found this video..
I've been watching your vlogs for a while now and never noticed your arm until I saw this in the sidebar! It's very inspiring that you're so positive about it, it's going to help so many people with their confidence and believing that you can do anything you set your mind to :) x
I just came here from alfie's vlog and im so glad that im watching this video. It is so inspiring not only to those people who have missing arms/limbs but also to everyone who struggles in accepting themselves including me, to everyone who lacks self-confidence, to everyone who feels that being different is a bad thing, and to everyone who doesnt believe in his/her own self. I am just so proud of how you have survived life and still surviving/living it with the passion within you and the acceptance of who you really are. Im ready to meet your fam after this video i mean ready to watch your complete fam vlogs haha. ❤️ this really made me teared up tbh. Hehe best of luck!
+Hawk Eye this is such a wonderful comment to read. Especially because I was so nervous to record and upload this video! Thanks so much for the love and encouragement xx
Here from Zoe & Alfie! This video is so heartwarming! You're so inspiring and I'm inlove with little River! Can't wait to see more of your videos!!! 😁💯
+Sarah Emma thank you 😃 so so lovely of you. Glad you've joined us!! 😍
Shoutout to all my disabled peeps out there! xx
You're so inspiring! Thanks for sharing that! Continue to do what you love :)
You're a great guy!! I love your vlogs. Thanks for the great message. Love from Singapore!! :)
Watched a few of your videos and it wasn't until I saw this one that I knew you had one arm! Never noticed!
so funny! it's weird, we always worry about things but most people won't even notice the things we are self conscious about! xx
U are amazing I have one leg keep doing what your doing
Don't let disabilitys define you be who you want to become 😘😘😘😘😘✌️
That bit when you said ''1 arm, 2 arms, 3 arms, mental problems, you're no different from anyone else'' made me tear up. I've had a severe anxiety disorder and agoraphobia for 10 years and am housebound. I think you're awesome :)
And yea, you probably could do ironing, but it's a legit excuse eh, lol :P
+Serendipity861 thank you so much! I love reading comments like this and I hope my experience helps you, anxiety is so so difficult! Bethany used to get it badly. I hope you're ok and that you overcome it! You're right about the ironing but I'm sticking with my excuse, who can argue with that? 😂😂
The Youngs Haha, no one, no one at all, you stick with it, lol :P
Tbh I've had constant anxiety symptoms all day every day for 10 years now, and have been housebound for most of the past 10 years too :( It started when I was 19, not long before my 20th birthday, and now I'm 30... So 20's gone. *Sigh* Over recent months it just seems to be getting worse and I am struggling more and just feeling awful all the time. It is causing a lot of stress for my partner too which makes him miserable and in turn makes me miserable and more anxious. It's a difficult situation when you have mental health problems. We have an 8 year old son too. I hope I overcome it too, it's hard to be positive and believe I can get better all these years, but I hope I can 'cos I'm sick of living like this. I really don't know why I just told you all this, lol... But thanks for getting back to me and for being an inspiration to people :)
Hi Daniel and Bethany! After Zoe and Alfie mentioned you in their vlog I watched a couple of your videos and fell in love with your channel. I can't say I know what it's like to live with a physical disability but I have lived with several mental disorders my entire life. It's inspiring to know you're at a point where you're comfortable with yourself, and I hope one day I'll get there too. I'm 18 so I have a while to go but I just wanted to let you both know how much your channel means to me! Love from a new subscriber :)
Lol the way you kept saying handy...
Such a great video. Love how raw and open you are in it. Thanks for sharing!
-Tyler
Such a great video Dan. Well done. Really brave and inspiring. I'm sure you will help a lot of people who have missing limbs with this video. Keep up the good work and well done for hitting 700 subs. Nyomi x
means alot! im the person who messaged u on facebook btw
+Ethan Westall thanks so much Ethan! You're a legend!
you are so inspiring and amazing, im definitely subscribing
I am a family vlogger with a baby too! :) I have a good friend who lost an arm and both legs in the military and he is so positive about it like you are. Very inspiring! Subscribed to you guys, gonna binge watch your videos now! Xx
When I first started watching your vlogs I didn't even notice you only had one arm! But I was curious as to how you coped with daily tasks, especially changing River so thanks for sharing. I'm glad you find a way whatever the situation is and don't let it hold you back! Big thumbs up for making such an inspiring video :)
+Amy Kennedy thanks Amy! That's what Bethany says too, she didn't even really notice it. Thanks so much for your kinds words 😃😃
très beau message une belle leçon de vie
Really enjoyed your video Dan. Im in the U.S. and will continue to watch this channel. Found it from Alfie
thanks shelley! so nice of you xxx
Thanks for sharing and being so vulnerable. Very inspiring! Well done on your first solo vid as well! ;)
Thanks so much Taeryn, was nerve racking to post but so glad I did!
IF anyone has any type of disability always come a watch this video to make you lift up your chin and get Inspired
i've been going to reach since i was young and named my little hand too XD it's really encouraging seeing how well you're doing in your life and with a wife and child, because i'm always scared i'll get left behind because of only having one hand, thanks for the reassurance
+beth thanks for this Beth. Honestly don't worry, just keep being you, you'll be able to achieve all the things you want in life x
+beth thanks for this Beth. Honestly don't worry, just keep being you, you'll be able to achieve all the things you want in life x
Thanks so much for making this video. My little boy was born with missing fingers. It was a surprise for us too. He is turning 4 at the end of the month and he is the the funniest most confident little boy who even has a girlfriend 😂 I will check out the reach website!
+Candys Girl thanks for the kind words! That's so nice to hear, I bet he's confident because of the way you raised him! So cute he has a gf!
I really love your videos so much I hate it when people say something not nice about you that just gets me so upset 😭 just don't worry about it but it's a good thing that you can actually live with it and hold things with it and that's a real good thing 👍 it's just great that you got a life so please don't worry about it because that's how your life works and my life is the same because I only have 9 fingers xxxxxxx lvs ya xxxxx😘😍
loved watching that :) my 17 year old son was born with one hand and we would love to see a vid of you driving... he has just sent off for his provisional!
+Emma Woodhouse I'll try to do that at some point! Has he got a modified car?
we haven't looked into anything further than a provisional license at the moment but we are thinking an automatic with a steering ball...
This vid was great :) Your just like any other person and this video was inspiring
Zoe and Alfie recommended your channel and I have only been watching your videos for a few months now and I can tell u for a fact they are amazing :)
Super video. My son 8 years the same as you. Super video again.
so inspiring! even though i've got no bodypart missing this shows that we should treat everyone the same! :)
have a great day
+Paula Rausch aww thank you! Hope you had a lovely day too!
I've only watched a couple videos of yours (only subscribed yesterday) and I didn't even noticed you only had one arm. My cousin (who I think is 15?) was born the same, I didn't really think much about it growing up coz he would always do the same as we would - but this is really inspiring!
I can't wait to watch more videos :)
Very inspiring and well put in place , godbless you all
So inspiring! Hi from Germany 🙃
Thank you for this video! I am so glad that I'm on your channel, because of Alfie!
I wish you and your family the best of everything!!
Thanks for making this video, 'cause know I'm going to look more positive to myself and my life 😊
And also congratulations for the new member of your family!!
Lots of love 💜💜😇
God bless your family 💜😇
As an amputee this is so amazing!
Bit late to this video but I only have sight in one eye and get asked SO often 'whats it like to only see out of one eye?' my response is alwaysss 'what's it like to see out of two?!' 😂
This is a really good video, man. Hopefully it reaches some of the people that might feel hopeless because they are in a similar situation.
I never doubted you could do pretty much anything. Just knowing that you edit all of these videos was impressive enough to me, let alone the driving, sports, etc.
That ring light is fantastic. I saw the unboxing in a previous video. It's so much more compact and easy to set up compared to the big soft box lights I have. Is it blinding to look into? I wonder if there is a diffuser or something to put over it that would make it a little less intense. Now you're making me want to spend some money...
Again, super good video. You really didn't seem nervous at all. You guys have some really good sit down videos.
Such a great video, Daniel! Kids can be so cruel and the world would be a much better place with more acceptance. Danny and I always admire your creative editing skills and adventurous attitude when we watch the vlogs. So glad you decided to make this video. :)
P.s- ironing is the worst, you're not missing anything there. haha
I've been watching your vlogs for like a month now and I never even noticed you only had one arm