This is such an accurate portrayal of what goes through your head when you get hurt. Fear, anger, pain and adrenaline are charging; all capped by endless calculations of how long you'll be laid-up. Then finally, acceptance. Don't worry Ben, you'll be back. Just let yourself heal and don't come back too early. Let people do things for you (shoulda let your camera buddy drive you to the hospital).
I broke my clavical in half. Had a plate and nine screws, one screw was for a fracture. After I came too from surgery it was worst burning pain in my life even with morphine. I had sleep sitting up for 6 weeks, brutal. After 8 weeks I could start my own therapy. Took me about 6 months to get back to some normalcy. A good Orthopedic surgeon is key to recovery!
I'm week 5, broken 3 pieces.. no surgery. Meds, 1000mg full spectrum CBD oil yewl. Sometimes you just have to sit on your arse and do nothing but sleep for a month.. haha
Now that this has blown over and you’ve processed it, you’ve hardly screwed up your deal. You have a loyal loving Fanbase that grows daily… you could be injured for six months and your audience would still be here and grow based on the stoke that is alive and well here on your channel. Everything will be fine
I am so sorry to hear this, Ben. Life is full of setbacks but you WILL get through this. I have also broken my collar bone, but my most recent and serious setback was colon cancer. I was out of the water for a year while I went through treatments that saved my life. Your videos were a big help in keeping me going through that very difficult time, so thank you so much for that. Please keep us up to date about your recovery journey, as I'm sure you will continue to inspire throughout this new challenge. Keep the dream alive!
Hey Ralph! Glad you are doing well now. Chemo is CRAZY! My father has pancreatic cancer and we as a family decided to stop his chemo because it had diminished his health so much! We no have hospice care helping out and he is home after a week in the hospital. Cancer sucks!
I shattered my collarbone worse than that in December of 2018, in a racing wreck, the er told me that they don't fix collar bones, but ONE doctor said in some cases they do, two weeks after I broke it, they went in and removed the pieces and put a titanium plate on it and mine was repaired. I was surfing again by march of 2019. the after-op pain is worse than the break, I recommend you get it plated because it won't ever be the same, mine works awesome and I can paddle and surf as hard as ever now. get a good bone doc and fix it. good luck and we're all praying for your speedy recovery.
Ben I appreciate how much you show that other pros don’t. We all go through this during set backs worrying about how this affects EVERYTHING moving forward. You are one of the most genuine people in the surfing world. Mad respect.
I don't think I've ever watched every single one of your waves so intently, and even then was still hoping it wasn't actually going to happen. I know you're pissed that you were out surfing "dumb waves", but that's what is also so great about you. Always up to have a good time on a nice day, even if the waves are tiny and crap. Your approach and attitude towards life is awesome, and that is what is getting you opportunities. You'll be back in the water in no time. Heal up!
This video is intense, super raw. We are so sorry you are going through this pain and frustration. Still can't believe you were in that much pain and were able to drive, talk and film. Praying you get well soon and before you know it, this will all be a memory. Thank you for sharing your video!
51 year old bmx racer here... been there done that with injuries. I just want to encourage you to keep making content through this, even if its surfing your couch, or maybe surf a couch in every state hahaha. Just keep going bro, adapt and overcome and dont for one second see this as a setback. These are the crucial trials of life.
You will heal and recover. Helping people through PT and injury recovery is just as important. We want to surf as long as our local gang (they’re in their 70s and 80s and still making it look easy).
Best of luck ben. Broke my collarbone snowboarding a few years ago. Had the sling off at 6 weeks and was back playing sports and working out at 8. Hope to see you out there soon! May be hard to see now but you still got to be grateful you get out there more than 95% of us. You’ll be back in no time!
Same here. First run on fresh snow and off into the woods we went. Everything was white and had no depth perception. Right off the side of the mountain and slammed into a rock or tree, something. Traveled hours to be there. Stayed for another 6 plus hours before heading home then to the hospital. Crazy all they give you is a $1 sling to hold you together till it heals. My right shoulder hangs about two inches lower than my left. Unable to left it above my head. That was 23 years ago.
@@laithkattan678 Yep. Doctor said then as they do now. If I was a professional athlete or star they’d do surgery. Joe blow off the streets with basic healthcare and insurance won’t pay.
When you asked Mackay if he wanted to be dropped off just shows how much of a legend you are. Driving to a hospital with a destroyed collar bone and you’re still thinking of your brother behind the lens. Heal up legend! It’s a shitty situation but I know you’ll make it work!
Wishing you a fast recovery. The main thing you have taught me is to keep a positive attitude and make the best of ever situation. I know you will do just that and comeback even better after this injury.
Very trippy that you broke your collar bone, because a broken collar bone is how I discovered you. I broke my collar bone riding BMX at the end of august. Still recovering and months away from healing. Now BMX might not be in the cards for me anymore, at least not for the foreseeable future. I still want to get out and do something and since I’ve got a place in Ventnor I started looking in to getting a surfboard for the first time in my life. A friend recommended I check out your boards, then I found your channel and have been hooked. Your positive attitude and inclusive approach to the sport is awesome. Really enjoy everything you put out. Hope your healing process goes smoothly! Stay positive and don’t rush the recovery. If it doesn’t heal right it just makes matters worse… trust me. Maybe I’ll see you around Ventnor sometime!
Sending positive vibes your way Ben! After almost 40 years of surfing and multiple injuries to various parts of my body, I know the despair you can feel early on: Will I heal, what will I miss? Watching your Vlog during my recoveries has always left me in a hopeful frame of mind; I hope you can find strength in knowing what a positive effect you have on your thousands of followers. Please know you will get through this and come out stronger on the other side.
Ben, you are our hero, we follow you from Switzerland, you motivate us to drive 1000 km to surf in the Atlantic, please stay optimistic and do not fall back into the doubts, as there is kind of a strange reason for all this and you will find out. Your life is not destroyed. We wish you all the best, speedy recovery. Stay strong and think positive about yourself! Gaston & the two Kids
Exactly how I broke my collar bone about 15 years ago. Was bored... no swell... went looking for barrels... found a little sand dredger... dropped in pig dog to try and fit. Lip wacked me forward cause I didn't fit. Went shoulder first into sand bar. Also broke the nose of my board. So much damage for one of the smallest waves/days lol. I actually didn't know the bone was broken at first and was more bummed about my board. Then looked up at the beach and all the sand was rainbow colored. I guess the dopamine drop from breaking bones can do some hallucinogenic things. That's when I noticed my arm slumping and bump under the suit...heh. Always a fun story to tell. I feel ya! Hoping for a quick recovery! Finally have a video to show my friends exactly how I broke my collar bone all those years ago... cause this is it! Gotta be weary of eating sand bar at all times... even in 1 ft surf.
Hi Ben, a little story for you. My grown son and I both watch your channel regularly and he told me about this today while we were driving to go kayaking in western NC where we live. He and I have both broken our collar bones once in past years mountain biking and snowboarding respectively and were bonding over our mutual sympathy for what just happened to you. We both feel for you and hope that you know you will be back in action in just two short months. All the good work you've been doing these days will still be there when you're back and so will we! So, don't rush it, it will take longer to heal! 🙂
Wow such a savage Ben. Just drives him self to the hospital with a broken collarbone shattered in 3 places. Your a legend Ben. Stay strong. And positive never forget the power of positivity. You taught me that. Heal quick you the man.
"...to being completely awake & in tune with the world around me..." Keep going you are doing so well! The difference between a bad experience and a good one is attitude. Animo y coraje!
Kudos to you for keeping it real and showing us that even Ben Gravy is human. He loses his cool. He gets anxious. He breaks bones. He feels emotional. Too much on social media we just see the stellar version of someone's life to the detriment of viewers who start to think, "What's wrong with me? Why isn't my life so sweet?" You are always looking to be helpful and I believe that keeping it real is one way to be helpful. However corny it sounds: life is the journey, the journey is life. Best wishes!!!
I think your podcast is going to hit new strides for sure!! Can't wait to see you slay this recovery!! The Ben that comes out on the other side of this is going to be even more driven....and THATS BONKERS!! FOR THE DREAM!!!
Bro you are one of the most mentally positive surfers always stoked regardless of the conditions as long as there a NUG to be had. I’ve been there and many of us have, we get hurt break a bone tweak some body parts and WE, including you go full doom and gloom, LOL. Your probably already recovering now from your surgery, and being out of the water sucks. But be positive, keep your stoke during recovery cause you still have everything goin for you, something that so many don’t and would give just to have. You’ll will be back in the water in no time. Be nice to your Mom and Wife, 🤙🏽🍻
Sending prayers for ya big dog! Hoping for a speedy recovery. always remember that it’s not over. Pain and difficult situations are always a teacher for us and once this passes you will grow and learn from the lessons of this season in life. You have a lot of greatness ahead of you!
Best of luck Ben! Praying for quick healing, sorry to hear about the injury. Be patient and it is ok, you can forgive yourself, cause it wasn’t your fault Ben. Shiz happens. Stay positive. You are loved no matter what you do!
I felt that in heart!! So emotionally and physically painful to watch. I had a broken collarbone and I know how painful that thing is. You as a person have positively influenced me to change my life as you have thousands of others across the world. Pulling and praying for you. We are here for you and you are not alone.
This was honestly a very riveting episode and my wife and I were glued to the screen. We are for sure waiting for updates to see how it unfolds. Fascinating and relatable stuff. You are a LEGEND.
Sorry to hear about your injury! Wishing you a full and speedy recovery! You've been through adversity before and I know you will get through this victorious! Nub Nation is rooting for you. Your reaction to the Broken Collarbone Counter is a sign that your sense of humor is still intact and that's important. Even through injury and adversity, the Dream continues! For the Dream!!!
Gotta say it was pretty gnarly watching each successive wave wondering which would take you down. Having gone over the falls & breaking bones in the process I understand a little bit of what you’re dealing with. I felt lucky to barely be able to wipe my own a$$. Anywho, get on the rehab process asap incorporating those mental reps into everything. Picture a different wave that inspires you for each exercise & you’ll make quick work on this recovery. I’m rooting for you Ben, we’re all rooting for you! 🤙🏄♂️🤙
Broke my hand surfing 2 weeks ago. Wanna start a club? Be patient, focus on what you can control and you will be back in the water sooner than you realize 🙏🏼
You'll be good man. Its already been a week. 7 more to go. Everyone needs to stop and take a break sometimes. Even if they're forced to unexpectedly. I injured my ankle last January. Its November and I'm still going to doctors discussing surgery, etc. It sucks. Id kill for an 8 week recovery! You're blessed.
Speedy recovery for you my friend.😎🤙🏽 Don’t be frustrated you inspired us to persevere until the end… You’ll be alright soon Bro!!! There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel…
Getting hurt sucks! But you have a massive fan base routing for you that understands this just happens sometimes. Praying for quick healing and good vibes for you!
Ben wish you a speedy recovery. I am really looking forward to see you back out there at your best but until that happens take your time and focus on your daily steps to recover towards your next ride. Send you all my support from the Canary Islands🤙🏻
I shattered my collarbone worse than that in December of 2018, in a racing wreck, the er told me that they don't fix collar bones, but ONE doctor said in some cases they do, two weeks after I broke it, they went in and removed the pieces and put a titanium plate on it and mine was repaired. I was surfing again by march of 2019. the after-op pain is worse than the break, I recommend you get it plated because it won't ever be the same, mine works awesome and I can paddle and surf as hard as ever now. get a good bone doc and fix it. good luck and we're all praying for your speedy recovery.
So sorry big dawg. Everything in life happens for a reason. You are one of the most positive people I’ve seen on RUclips so try not to beat your self up too much. You’ll be in my prayers. For the dream!
ah man I got a little watery eyed when you called your mom and she knew exactly where you needed to go, no freak out, no panic. sometimes moms are just the best, and you knew she was the one to call. I love that.
I should not have laughed so gosh darn hard when you said “It’s not ice bro” 😂 you need to get that on a tee shirt asap. In all seriousness best of luck in your recovery. A minor setback in the dream. If you got to where you are today after your knee injury you will make it through this too. Keep the camera rolling. Rehabbing for the dream ✌🏼❤️🌊🍍
Everything is going to be ok, Ben! Take the time you need to heal and you'll be back surfing so soon! And everyone will absolutely be here to watch your videos and support you when that time comes :) (the support will not stop in the mean-time either!!)
Dude that’s rough I hope the pain subsides! We know that this will delay surfing, but We’ll support you dude. It doesn’t matter if u surf or not in your videos we watch your videos for you! In the meantime get well man❤️🤙🏼
Wishing you a speedy recovery my man. Can't believe you had to drive yourself to hospital. What a trooper. The way you handled the whole thing is unbelievable. Hard as nails!
Hey Ben, wishing you a speedy recovery, difficult vlog to watch! really hope it wasn’t going to happen, everything happens for a reason, sometimes we just don’t know why at the time, but makes sense later down the line! Stay positive dude, you have really good people around you to help get thought it, back full bore in new year 🎉🤙
Ben, you handled this experience like a true champion. Enjoyed the video even though it sucks that you're the guy that was wounded. I look forward to seeing your update video.
damn Ben that was heavy! We are all here to support you! I know it sucks but it could be worse. You'll be back faster than you know! Stay positive, time heals all! Nows the chance to step back and reflect how awesome you really are and have become! Best wishes
Ben thank you for sharing this. On a positive note your painful experience has made up my mind to never learn how to surf at my late age. I enjoy watching you surf and always dreamed of learning but this is a sobering video. You are still wide awake at your spiritual wheel. Thank you again for sharing. I will stick to body boarding.
For a guy who who puts his life on the line that often, for sure you're bound to hit the bottom sometimes a little too hard. This bone is the easiest to break. So its not a big surprise that it would happen some day. I know it sucks cause you just hasnt stopped blogging and surfing for so long. But its just time to give your body a break and not freak out about it. You've achieved so much! You'll be back out there in no time.
BEN!!!!! wishing you a speeding recovery!!! thanks for sharing this raw unfiltered emotion 3 back to back knee injuries and I felt so much of this so often through out the healing process... plus missing the ocean. Injuries can make life feel out of control.... Heal up soon!!!
Feeling for your pain brother as i can feel it through the video - thankfully u have a wonderful fan community to support that difficult phase of recovery . Often siblings dont listen to Us & project others mental stuffs over our situation . Totally can relate to that !! Mentally , physically , emotionally & relationally , it's a rollercoaster . Many of us have probably had similar tough situations in our lives as well . I broke a few bones in my body 20 years ago +multiple bike accidents in India . The best way i dealt with those unexpected painful accident years ago was to deeply EQUALIZE with the pain / frustrations / shock with Yogic breathing mediations i had learned . Once i deeply accepted that phase , i asked myself : Why did i create it and what can i learn from it during my recovery phase . It brought me a new perspective on how powerful our Souls are creative , resilient , and capable of incredible transformations of consciousness .Its a very humbling experience since the Ego feels powerless . Wishing u all the best , even for the deal u though u messes up with 🙏
Get through it man! I just moved out to Hawaii, started work, and on the first day of working as a journeyman plumber I dislocated my knee. Tearing my ACL, both sides of my meniscus and partially tore my mcl. The heath insurance that Hawaii offers does not cover my surgery, I had to perform my own rehab, forced myself through the pain of 100’s of hours of Bikram yoga just to walk again. I quit drinking, started taking complex amino acids and did a shit ton of research for rehab. I’m 29 man. It sucks bro, I have two kids and a wife to feed and I was worried shitless about how I was going to make it in this expensive ass state, but I GOT THROUGH IT! You got this man. You’re probably not going to respond to this but I hope you get a chance to read this.
Prayers for your healing Ben. I understand as have been out of the water for months due to a leg injury. Found out it is best to understand all will be well and you will surf again. Your fans will still support you.🤟
Positive vibes your way for a quick recovery. I bet your business actually grows even more during this time; we watch to hang with you and the crew as much as we do for the surf videos!
You handled it like a champ my man. Whenever I get hurt I start to think about all the stuff that's it gonna set me back also. Take it easy and recover strong.
I wish you the best for a speedy recovery Ben. I know you will get through this and come back stronger then before, keep you head up bro. Looking forward to all your future videos!
Praying for a quick recovery dude! Life throws us curves sometimes. They just make us stronger. Your a major positive influence on myself and so many others. This to shall pass broskie. Stay strong and know your not alone! Joe
Your knee injury was what started all of this. At the time I’m sure it seemed like a bad deal. Looking back best thing that ever happened. Who’s to say this injury that seems like a bad deal right now, isn’t actually grace in disguise again!? ❤
Hey Ben!!!! Your videos helped me go through 9 months of my front-foot recovery. I hit the sand bottom like you, so I can get your feeling. It´s soooo frustrating, but I´ve learned some things during my non-surfing time... I hope you can get well again and get some good things of the situation. When you get back to water it´s gonna feel so great!
Been out 7 months… Had spinal surgery L4-L5 and had a slight fracture. Missed this entire year including Ian and Nicole. Absolutely sucks but we will be back stronger than ever 🤝💪🏼 Stay Positive!
Only a bump in the road brother! You're still on the path to greatness and killing it! Best of luck with the recovery. I'm not worried about you at all though. You've got it.
Sorry for the broken collarbone, the pain and the setback. If we wrapped ourselves in cotton and bubblewrap but were gonna break something, it’s gonna get broken. The future is still there. Heal up! ❤
Such a bummer! Been there with a broken collar bone. You’ll be out in the water sooner than you think, just don’t rush the healing process. Sending positives vibes for a quick recovery. 🤙🤙
Sorry but this guy is so hung up on himself. He calls his "mommy" and then his wife and talks to them with such disrespect. Get over yourself Ben. This is what social media does to people. Let this humble you bro".
So he has FAMILY to call when he's in need, the same family he endlessly helps and loves , you talk about being humble while you shit on an injured person?! You got issues.
so sorry ben!! though it’s very unfortunate, youve overcome so much in you’re life and this will be no different! you got this. prayers for a speedy recovery🙏🏼
Hey buddy I'm so sorry this happened. You are strong and you'll get through this. I'll be praying for you🙏... PS don't forget that surfing those little novelty waves like that are what helped to get your career started. Hang in there👍...
So sorry you've been injured so badly. Patience is the hardest part especially when it sounds like you've got commitments. Even though I think I've learned this lesson, every time I've been injured is because I didn't listen to that voice that said it's time to stop whatever you're doing. Best wishes for a quick recovery! You've got this!
Hope you have a speedy and uneventful recovery! Enjoy the down time and focus on the things you can do, so you can hit the surf at full paddle when it's time 🤙 Loved the broken collarbone counter! Hope you never need it again 🙏
Sending healing vibes your way ben! As a snowboarder who's taken many hard slims and broken stuff it's definitely a Debbie downer to not do what you love. Please take time to enjoy other things that give you happiness and count your blessings. Everything is always fixable and you'll make it through this.
I feel you...last year I broke my finger surfing and almost needed surgery and this year I ruptured an eardrum, which may need surgery. Those bleeps really resonate 😂 It's all frustration and disappointment at first. Then as soon as you calm down, the magnitude of what happened sets in. I'm sorry this is happening to you, but I'm sure I can speak on behalf of everyone here who's injured themselves surfing...we're here for the recovery content. We've been there, and it's reassuring to see that we all go through the same crap
Damn Ben hate to see you go through this :/ You can't blame yourself for hitting the bottom shit happens, we would've all been chasing those dreamers too. Best wishes and speedy recovery
Praying for you Ben. Much love and channel your amazing energy to find the positive out of this setback and journey. That’s all you. Every challenge is an opportunity. You got this. Rock on
As someone who works in healthcare, has broken 5 bones myself and seen a great deal of trauma I love the moment you called your mom “bro” So relatable! We cannot do anything without our health. Health is #No1 and ‘success’ is not a linear path as I am sure you are aware. I’ve had stomach polyps cut out, bad back, auto immune issues, list goes on . . . and broken bones and driven to hospital just as you did! My first thought was ‘insurance void if you crash’, 😅 … try to remember that 6-8 weeks is a drop in the ocean in the grand scheme of things. And Wow the commitment to keeping the camera rolling whatever happens is commendable! Happy healing and speedy / patient recovery 😊
I know how it feels to be injured. I been hurt for more than a year and had 2 m.r.i.'s and still don't know what's wrong . I miss surfing so much . Can't exercise normaly. Definitely changed my life and work. Hope you make a speedy recovery.
Hey Ben very sorry that you got injured. You are a champion who will get through it and we will be waiting for more videos when you are better. Don't rush it.
Wow. This video really hit me so hard. I am so sorry to see you having to go through this. Hopefully your recovery goes very quickly. Your channel has been my lifeline for getting stoked for the last 8 months. Seeing the pain on your face and hearing the disappointment and frustration in your voice due to the injury interfering with your plans really resonates with me. Last spring I was two months away from retiring(We can retire young in my line of work) and getting ready to start on my own surfing/snowboarding/hiking/mountain bike adventure and I ended up completely tearing my Achilles tendon on March 31st. I had surgery on April 7th and having been recovering from that ever since. Recovery from an Achillies tear is usually 9 months to a year. To make matters worse, once I got out of the walking boot I started training upper body in the gym and I ended up tearing my pec in August. Stay strong brother, the recovery time line seems very overwhelming in the early stages, but once you get the bone set and start physical therapy it will go very quickly and you will be back out there again.
The mom comments had me feeling right at home with my own "no ice for this one", had me laughing and feeling so upset for you all at the same time. Stay strong, you'll get through this. Love your story and where you're headed. Inspiration for many of us, thank you. 🤙🤘
This is such an accurate portrayal of what goes through your head when you get hurt. Fear, anger, pain and adrenaline are charging; all capped by endless calculations of how long you'll be laid-up. Then finally, acceptance.
Don't worry Ben, you'll be back. Just let yourself heal and don't come back too early. Let people do things for you (shoulda let your camera buddy drive you to the hospital).
Key advice
100% accurate comment right there.
Well said!
I broke my clavical in half. Had a plate and nine screws, one screw was for a fracture. After I came too from surgery it was worst burning pain in my life even with morphine. I had sleep sitting up for 6 weeks, brutal. After 8 weeks I could start my own therapy. Took me about 6 months to get back to some normalcy. A good Orthopedic surgeon is key to recovery!
I'm week 5, broken 3 pieces.. no surgery. Meds, 1000mg full spectrum CBD oil yewl. Sometimes you just have to sit on your arse and do nothing but sleep for a month.. haha
Now that this has blown over and you’ve processed it, you’ve hardly screwed up your deal. You have a loyal loving Fanbase that grows daily… you could be injured for six months and your audience would still be here and grow based on the stoke that is alive and well here on your channel. Everything will be fine
Facts
What is “the deal”
@@BlueStratMatt25 I'd imagine some sort of deal to appear and surf at different places.
I am so sorry to hear this, Ben. Life is full of setbacks but you WILL get through this. I have also broken my collar bone, but my most recent and serious setback was colon cancer. I was out of the water for a year while I went through treatments that saved my life. Your videos were a big help in keeping me going through that very difficult time, so thank you so much for that. Please keep us up to date about your recovery journey, as I'm sure you will continue to inspire throughout this new challenge. Keep the dream alive!
Well said Mr. Wood. Wishing you only the best on your journey.
stay strong Ben, you'll be good as new again very soon🙏🙏🙏
@@andyman3309 Thank you, Andrew, I appreciate that
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Hey Ralph! Glad you are doing well now. Chemo is CRAZY! My father has pancreatic cancer and we as a family decided to stop his chemo because it had diminished his health so much! We no have hospice care helping out and he is home after a week in the hospital. Cancer sucks!
My 3rd year clean n sober. You are an inspiration. Keep the stoke brother. Praying for a speedy recovery!
Love you Bubby!! On the road to recovery now ! You’ll be back better than ever
You should start posting some of your surf videos to RUclips :)
Now you have to do all the surfing for us Jordan!
Do some podcasts! We love your guys content even if there isn't always surfing
I shattered my collarbone worse than that in December of 2018, in a racing wreck, the er told me that they don't fix collar bones, but ONE doctor said in some cases they do, two weeks after I broke it, they went in and removed the pieces and put a titanium plate on it and mine was repaired. I was surfing again by march of 2019. the after-op pain is worse than the break, I recommend you get it plated because it won't ever be the same, mine works awesome and I can paddle and surf as hard as ever now. get a good bone doc and fix it. good luck and we're all praying for your speedy recovery.
Yep did mine too! Most painful thing ever. Hurts to breathe.
Ben I appreciate how much you show that other pros don’t. We all go through this during set backs worrying about how this affects EVERYTHING moving forward. You are one of the most genuine people in the surfing world. Mad respect.
I don't think I've ever watched every single one of your waves so intently, and even then was still hoping it wasn't actually going to happen. I know you're pissed that you were out surfing "dumb waves", but that's what is also so great about you. Always up to have a good time on a nice day, even if the waves are tiny and crap. Your approach and attitude towards life is awesome, and that is what is getting you opportunities. You'll be back in the water in no time. Heal up!
Same !
This video is intense, super raw. We are so sorry you are going through this pain and frustration. Still can't believe you were in that much pain and were able to drive, talk and film. Praying you get well soon and before you know it, this will all be a memory. Thank you for sharing your video!
51 year old bmx racer here... been there done that with injuries. I just want to encourage you to keep making content through this, even if its surfing your couch, or maybe surf a couch in every state hahaha. Just keep going bro, adapt and overcome and dont for one second see this as a setback. These are the crucial trials of life.
You will heal and recover. Helping people through PT and injury recovery is just as important. We want to surf as long as our local gang (they’re in their 70s and 80s and still making it look easy).
Dude we love watching you ride ankle high waves and making the most out of any situation, don't beat yourself up for doing what you love
Best of luck ben. Broke my collarbone snowboarding a few years ago. Had the sling off at 6 weeks and was back playing sports and working out at 8. Hope to see you out there soon! May be hard to see now but you still got to be grateful you get out there more than 95% of us. You’ll be back in no time!
Same here. First run on fresh snow and off into the woods we went. Everything was white and had no depth perception. Right off the side of the mountain and slammed into a rock or tree, something. Traveled hours to be there. Stayed for another 6 plus hours before heading home then to the hospital.
Crazy all they give you is a $1 sling to hold you together till it heals. My right shoulder hangs about two inches lower than my left. Unable to left it above my head. That was 23 years ago.
if they actually did you operation instead of letting it heal on its own in a wrong position would have probably saved your collarbone..@@myrrhavm
@@laithkattan678 Yep. Doctor said then as they do now. If I was a professional athlete or star they’d do surgery. Joe blow off the streets with basic healthcare and insurance won’t pay.
When you asked Mackay if he wanted to be dropped off just shows how much of a legend you are. Driving to a hospital with a destroyed collar bone and you’re still thinking of your brother behind the lens.
Heal up legend! It’s a shitty situation but I know you’ll make it work!
Wishing you a fast recovery. The main thing you have taught me is to keep a positive attitude and make the best of ever situation. I know you will do just that and comeback even better after this injury.
Very trippy that you broke your collar bone, because a broken collar bone is how I discovered you. I broke my collar bone riding BMX at the end of august. Still recovering and months away from healing. Now BMX might not be in the cards for me anymore, at least not for the foreseeable future. I still want to get out and do something and since I’ve got a place in Ventnor I started looking in to getting a surfboard for the first time in my life. A friend recommended I check out your boards, then I found your channel and have been hooked. Your positive attitude and inclusive approach to the sport is awesome. Really enjoy everything you put out.
Hope your healing process goes smoothly! Stay positive and don’t rush the recovery. If it doesn’t heal right it just makes matters worse… trust me.
Maybe I’ll see you around Ventnor sometime!
Sending positive vibes your way Ben! After almost 40 years of surfing and multiple injuries to various parts of my body, I know the despair you can feel early on: Will I heal, what will I miss? Watching your Vlog during my recoveries has always left me in a hopeful frame of mind; I hope you can find strength in knowing what a positive effect you have on your thousands of followers. Please know you will get through this and come out stronger on the other side.
Ben, you are our hero, we follow you from Switzerland, you motivate us to drive 1000 km to surf in the Atlantic, please stay optimistic and do not fall back into the doubts, as there is kind of a strange reason for all this and you will find out. Your life is not destroyed. We wish you all the best, speedy recovery. Stay strong and think positive about yourself! Gaston & the two Kids
Exactly how I broke my collar bone about 15 years ago. Was bored... no swell... went looking for barrels... found a little sand dredger... dropped in pig dog to try and fit. Lip wacked me forward cause I didn't fit. Went shoulder first into sand bar. Also broke the nose of my board. So much damage for one of the smallest waves/days lol. I actually didn't know the bone was broken at first and was more bummed about my board. Then looked up at the beach and all the sand was rainbow colored. I guess the dopamine drop from breaking bones can do some hallucinogenic things. That's when I noticed my arm slumping and bump under the suit...heh. Always a fun story to tell. I feel ya! Hoping for a quick recovery! Finally have a video to show my friends exactly how I broke my collar bone all those years ago... cause this is it! Gotta be weary of eating sand bar at all times... even in 1 ft surf.
Hi Ben, a little story for you. My grown son and I both watch your channel regularly and he told me about this today while we were driving to go kayaking in western NC where we live. He and I have both broken our collar bones once in past years mountain biking and snowboarding respectively and were bonding over our mutual sympathy for what just happened to you. We both feel for you and hope that you know you will be back in action in just two short months. All the good work you've been doing these days will still be there when you're back and so will we! So, don't rush it, it will take longer to heal! 🙂
Wow such a savage Ben. Just drives him self to the hospital with a broken collarbone shattered in 3 places. Your a legend Ben. Stay strong. And positive never forget the power of positivity. You taught me that. Heal quick you the man.
"...to being completely awake & in tune with the world around me..." Keep going you are doing so well! The difference between a bad experience and a good one is attitude. Animo y coraje!
Poor Jordan and your mom on the phone 😩 shout out to the women in our lives. Quick recovery big dogg.
Kudos to you for keeping it real and showing us that even Ben Gravy is human. He loses his cool. He gets anxious. He breaks bones. He feels emotional. Too much on social media we just see the stellar version of someone's life to the detriment of viewers who start to think, "What's wrong with me? Why isn't my life so sweet?" You are always looking to be helpful and I believe that keeping it real is one way to be helpful. However corny it sounds: life is the journey, the journey is life. Best wishes!!!
I think your podcast is going to hit new strides for sure!! Can't wait to see you slay this recovery!! The Ben that comes out on the other side of this is going to be even more driven....and THATS BONKERS!! FOR THE DREAM!!!
Bro you are one of the most mentally positive surfers always stoked regardless of the conditions as long as there a NUG to be had. I’ve been there and many of us have, we get hurt break a bone tweak some body parts and WE, including you go full doom and gloom, LOL. Your probably already recovering now from your surgery, and being out of the water sucks. But be positive, keep your stoke during recovery cause you still have everything goin for you, something that so many don’t and would give just to have. You’ll will be back in the water in no time. Be nice to your Mom and Wife, 🤙🏽🍻
Sending prayers for ya big dog! Hoping for a speedy recovery. always remember that it’s not over. Pain and difficult situations are always a teacher for us and once this passes you will grow and learn from the lessons of this season in life. You have a lot of greatness ahead of you!
Best of luck Ben! Praying for quick healing, sorry to hear about the injury. Be patient and it is ok, you can forgive yourself, cause it wasn’t your fault Ben. Shiz happens. Stay positive. You are loved no matter what you do!
I felt that in heart!! So emotionally and physically painful to watch. I had a broken collarbone and I know how painful that thing is. You as a person have positively influenced me to change my life as you have thousands of others across the world. Pulling and praying for you. We are here for you and you are not alone.
This was honestly a very riveting episode and my wife and I were glued to the screen. We are for sure waiting for updates to see how it unfolds. Fascinating and relatable stuff. You are a LEGEND.
What happens during the dream is still for the dream!! you're gonna come back stronger than ever
Sorry to hear about your injury! Wishing you a full and speedy recovery! You've been through adversity before and I know you will get through this victorious! Nub Nation is rooting for you. Your reaction to the Broken Collarbone Counter is a sign that your sense of humor is still intact and that's important. Even through injury and adversity, the Dream continues! For the Dream!!!
Gotta say it was pretty gnarly watching each successive wave wondering which would take you down. Having gone over the falls & breaking bones in the process I understand a little bit of what you’re dealing with. I felt lucky to barely be able to wipe my own a$$. Anywho, get on the rehab process asap incorporating those mental reps into everything. Picture a different wave that inspires you for each exercise & you’ll make quick work on this recovery. I’m rooting for you Ben, we’re all rooting for you! 🤙🏄♂️🤙
Im there with your recovery 100% Ben. You got this! Please keep us updated. I hope you can recover quickly.
Broke my hand surfing 2 weeks ago. Wanna start a club? Be patient, focus on what you can control and you will be back in the water sooner than you realize 🙏🏼
You'll be good man. Its already been a week. 7 more to go. Everyone needs to stop and take a break sometimes. Even if they're forced to unexpectedly.
I injured my ankle last January. Its November and I'm still going to doctors discussing surgery, etc. It sucks. Id kill for an 8 week recovery! You're blessed.
Speedy recovery for you my friend.😎🤙🏽
Don’t be frustrated you inspired us to persevere until the end… You’ll be alright soon Bro!!! There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel…
Getting hurt sucks! But you have a massive fan base routing for you that understands this just happens sometimes. Praying for quick healing and good vibes for you!
The "I broke my collar bone!" counter by Makki was so savage lol. But hope you heal up quickly, Ben!
Ben wish you a speedy recovery. I am really looking forward to see you back out there at your best but until that happens take your time and focus on your daily steps to recover towards your next ride. Send you all my support from the Canary Islands🤙🏻
I shattered my collarbone worse than that in December of 2018, in a racing wreck, the er told me that they don't fix collar bones, but ONE doctor said in some cases they do, two weeks after I broke it, they went in and removed the pieces and put a titanium plate on it and mine was repaired. I was surfing again by march of 2019. the after-op pain is worse than the break, I recommend you get it plated because it won't ever be the same, mine works awesome and I can paddle and surf as hard as ever now. get a good bone doc and fix it. good luck and we're all praying for your speedy recovery.
Yep, homeboy needs it reset fir the win. broke em 3 times. Good as new..
He said he is going to Rothman Institute Phila. Highly ranked in the country.
So sorry big dawg. Everything in life happens for a reason. You are one of the most positive people I’ve seen on RUclips so try not to beat your self up too much. You’ll be in my prayers. For the dream!
Wishing you a complete recovery Mr. Gravy. You are an inspiration and lifeline to so many people around the world 🤙
ah man I got a little watery eyed when you called your mom and she knew exactly where you needed to go, no freak out, no panic. sometimes moms are just the best, and you knew she was the one to call. I love that.
I should not have laughed so gosh darn hard when you said “It’s not ice bro” 😂 you need to get that on a tee shirt asap. In all seriousness best of luck in your recovery. A minor setback in the dream. If you got to where you are today after your knee injury you will make it through this too. Keep the camera rolling. Rehabbing for the dream ✌🏼❤️🌊🍍
Everything is going to be ok, Ben! Take the time you need to heal and you'll be back surfing so soon! And everyone will absolutely be here to watch your videos and support you when that time comes :) (the support will not stop in the mean-time either!!)
Dude that’s rough I hope the pain subsides! We know that this will delay surfing, but We’ll support you dude. It doesn’t matter if u surf or not in your videos we watch your videos for you! In the meantime get well man❤️🤙🏼
Wishing you a speedy recovery my man. Can't believe you had to drive yourself to hospital. What a trooper. The way you handled the whole thing is unbelievable. Hard as nails!
Much sympathy Ben Gravy. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Hey Ben, wishing you a speedy recovery, difficult vlog to watch! really hope it wasn’t going to happen, everything happens for a reason, sometimes we just don’t know why at the time, but makes sense later down the line! Stay positive dude, you have really good people around you to help get thought it, back full bore in new year 🎉🤙
Get well soon Ben! We are pulling for you (and praying too)! from all of us at NUB NATION!
Ben, you handled this experience like a true champion. Enjoyed the video even though it sucks that you're the guy that was wounded. I look forward to seeing your update video.
damn Ben that was heavy! We are all here to support you! I know it sucks but it could be worse. You'll be back faster than you know! Stay positive, time heals all! Nows the chance to step back and reflect how awesome you really are and have become! Best wishes
Sean, you nailed it. Sometimes life is telling us to slow down and reflect on where we're going. Injuries can be a way of life telling us this.
Ben thank you for sharing this. On a positive note your painful experience has made up my mind to never learn how to surf at my late age. I enjoy watching you surf and always dreamed of learning but this is a sobering video. You are still wide awake at your spiritual wheel. Thank you again for sharing. I will stick to body boarding.
For a guy who who puts his life on the line that often, for sure you're bound to hit the bottom sometimes a little too hard. This bone is the easiest to break. So its not a big surprise that it would happen some day. I know it sucks cause you just hasnt stopped blogging and surfing for so long. But its just time to give your body a break and not freak out about it. You've achieved so much! You'll be back out there in no time.
BEN!!!!! wishing you a speeding recovery!!! thanks for sharing this raw unfiltered emotion 3 back to back knee injuries and I felt so much of this so often through out the healing process... plus missing the ocean. Injuries can make life feel out of control.... Heal up soon!!!
Feeling for your pain brother as i can feel it through the video - thankfully u have a wonderful fan community to support that difficult phase of recovery . Often siblings dont listen to Us & project others mental stuffs over our situation . Totally can relate to that !! Mentally , physically , emotionally & relationally , it's a rollercoaster . Many of us have probably had similar tough situations in our lives as well . I broke a few bones in my body 20 years ago +multiple bike accidents in India . The best way i dealt with those unexpected painful accident years ago was to deeply EQUALIZE with the pain / frustrations / shock with Yogic breathing mediations i had learned . Once i deeply accepted that phase , i asked myself : Why did i create it and what can i learn from it during my recovery phase . It brought me a new perspective on how powerful our Souls are creative , resilient , and capable of incredible transformations of consciousness .Its a very humbling experience since the Ego feels powerless . Wishing u all the best , even for the deal u though u messes up with 🙏
dont be to bummed man, i wish you a speedy recovery. 12:48 "its not ice bro" had me laughing though
Get through it man!
I just moved out to Hawaii, started work, and on the first day of working as a journeyman plumber I dislocated my knee. Tearing my ACL, both sides of my meniscus and partially tore my mcl. The heath insurance that Hawaii offers does not cover my surgery, I had to perform my own rehab, forced myself through the pain of 100’s of hours of Bikram yoga just to walk again. I quit drinking, started taking complex amino acids and did a shit ton of research for rehab. I’m 29 man. It sucks bro, I have two kids and a wife to feed and I was worried shitless about how I was going to make it in this expensive ass state, but I GOT THROUGH IT! You got this man. You’re probably not going to respond to this but I hope you get a chance to read this.
Glad to hear that you were able to get through that. That's pretty intense.
@@mikelaughlin270 thank you Mike. Life has it’s crazy moments. I’m still working through it. Hope all is well with you and your family.
Prayers for your healing Ben. I understand as have been out of the water for months due to a leg injury. Found out it is best to understand all will be well and you will surf again. Your fans will still support you.🤟
A great reminder of what can happen out there! Hope the recovery goes well Ben!
Positive vibes your way for a quick recovery. I bet your business actually grows even more during this time; we watch to hang with you and the crew as much as we do for the surf videos!
You handled it like a champ my man. Whenever I get hurt I start to think about all the stuff that's it gonna set me back also. Take it easy and recover strong.
I wish you the best for a speedy recovery Ben. I know you will get through this and come back stronger then before, keep you head up bro. Looking forward to all your future videos!
Praying for a quick recovery dude! Life throws us curves sometimes. They just make us stronger. Your a major positive influence on myself and so many others. This to shall pass broskie. Stay strong and know your not alone!
Joe
Praying for a speedy recovery for you legend!!🤙🏼 things happen, but we’ll all be here when you get back!
Your knee injury was what started all of this. At the time I’m sure it seemed like a bad deal. Looking back best thing that ever happened.
Who’s to say this injury that seems like a bad deal right now, isn’t actually grace in disguise again!? ❤
Hey Ben!!!! Your videos helped me go through 9 months of my front-foot recovery. I hit the sand bottom like you, so I can get your feeling.
It´s soooo frustrating, but I´ve learned some things during my non-surfing time... I hope you can get well again and get some good things of the situation.
When you get back to water it´s gonna feel so great!
Been out 7 months… Had spinal surgery L4-L5 and had a slight fracture.
Missed this entire year including Ian and Nicole.
Absolutely sucks but we will be back stronger than ever 🤝💪🏼 Stay Positive!
Again, I’m so sorry ☹️ so much pain and emotion but you’re one tough cookie! Hope you’re feeling better! Sending you healing vibes ❤️🩹
My worst surf injuries occurred in small shallow surf. I’m sure it’s very painful. Get well dude!
Only a bump in the road brother! You're still on the path to greatness and killing it! Best of luck with the recovery. I'm not worried about you at all though. You've got it.
Sorry for the broken collarbone, the pain and the setback. If we wrapped ourselves in cotton and bubblewrap but were gonna break something, it’s gonna get broken. The future is still there. Heal up! ❤
Sorry to hear about your injury, Ben. Take it slow and have a long, safe recovery. Your health is your #1 priority!
Noooooooo!!! Heal up quick sir
Such a bummer! Been there with a broken collar bone. You’ll be out in the water sooner than you think, just don’t rush the healing process. Sending positives vibes for a quick recovery. 🤙🤙
Sorry but this guy is so hung up on himself. He calls his "mommy" and then his wife and talks to them with such disrespect. Get over yourself Ben. This is what social media does to people. Let this humble you bro".
Ben has been super entertaining.
You just want to push your misguided agreements on us.
We the nub nation don’t agree with you.
Come on Man U would be calling your mommy to
@@wakeupthebear nub nation meh...Lon nailed it 100%
You're a Gravy sycophant and you're probably an Owen Benjamin nerd.
Get bent bro! I'd like to see you get hurt so bad and keep your cool... this is season ending for him, plus his bread an butter
So he has FAMILY to call when he's in need, the same family he endlessly helps and loves , you talk about being humble while you shit on an injured person?! You got issues.
so sorry ben!! though it’s very unfortunate, youve overcome so much in you’re life and this will be no different! you got this. prayers for a speedy recovery🙏🏼
Hey buddy I'm so sorry this happened. You are strong and you'll get through this.
I'll be praying for you🙏...
PS don't forget that surfing those little novelty waves like that are what helped to get your career started.
Hang in there👍...
Getting better Ben. We’re saying our prayers for a speedy recovery!!!
So sorry you've been injured so badly. Patience is the hardest part especially when it sounds like you've got commitments. Even though I think I've learned this lesson, every time I've been injured is because I didn't listen to that voice that said it's time to stop whatever you're doing. Best wishes for a quick recovery! You've got this!
Wishing you a speedy recovery. All will work out as it’s supposed to. Keep your head up.
Hope you have a speedy and uneventful recovery! Enjoy the down time and focus on the things you can do, so you can hit the surf at full paddle when it's time 🤙 Loved the broken collarbone counter! Hope you never need it again 🙏
You got this Ben. You will be catching waves soon .No problema.
Sending healing vibes your way ben! As a snowboarder who's taken many hard slims and broken stuff it's definitely a Debbie downer to not do what you love. Please take time to enjoy other things that give you happiness and count your blessings. Everything is always fixable and you'll make it through this.
Praying for a speedy recovery. Hang in there!
Hope you have a quick recovery, Ben! You got this… a set back is just a set up, for a major comeback! Bless 🤙
Dude you are HILARIOUS 😂 in a panic situation!! Those phone conversations lmao
Much love Ben you'll bounce right back
I feel you...last year I broke my finger surfing and almost needed surgery and this year I ruptured an eardrum, which may need surgery. Those bleeps really resonate 😂 It's all frustration and disappointment at first. Then as soon as you calm down, the magnitude of what happened sets in. I'm sorry this is happening to you, but I'm sure I can speak on behalf of everyone here who's injured themselves surfing...we're here for the recovery content. We've been there, and it's reassuring to see that we all go through the same crap
Hang in there Ben. All the best from Australia. Take your time to heal well. You'll come back stronger than ever.
Damn Ben hate to see you go through this :/ You can't blame yourself for hitting the bottom shit happens, we would've all been chasing those dreamers too. Best wishes and speedy recovery
So sorry to hear this Ben you are a legend and an inspiration to me and so many others I wish you all the best with your recovery
Praying for you Ben. Much love and channel your amazing energy to find the positive out of this setback and journey. That’s all you. Every challenge is an opportunity. You got this. Rock on
As someone who works in healthcare, has broken 5 bones myself and seen a great deal of trauma I love the moment you called your mom “bro” So relatable! We cannot do anything without our health. Health is #No1 and ‘success’ is not a linear path as I am sure you are aware. I’ve had stomach polyps cut out, bad back, auto immune issues, list goes on . . . and broken bones and driven to hospital just as you did! My first thought was ‘insurance void if you crash’, 😅 … try to remember that 6-8 weeks is a drop in the ocean in the grand scheme of things. And Wow the commitment to keeping the camera rolling whatever happens is commendable! Happy healing and speedy / patient recovery 😊
I know how it feels to be injured. I been hurt for more than a year and had 2 m.r.i.'s and still don't know what's wrong . I miss surfing so much . Can't exercise normaly. Definitely changed my life and work. Hope you make a speedy recovery.
Hey Ben very sorry that you got injured. You are a champion who will get through it and we will be waiting for more videos when you are better. Don't rush it.
Wow. This video really hit me so hard. I am so sorry to see you having to go through this. Hopefully your recovery goes very quickly. Your channel has been my lifeline for getting stoked for the last 8 months. Seeing the pain on your face and hearing the disappointment and frustration in your voice due to the injury interfering with your plans really resonates with me. Last spring I was two months away from retiring(We can retire young in my line of work) and getting ready to start on my own surfing/snowboarding/hiking/mountain bike adventure and I ended up completely tearing my Achilles tendon on March 31st. I had surgery on April 7th and having been recovering from that ever since. Recovery from an Achillies tear is usually 9 months to a year. To make matters worse, once I got out of the walking boot I started training upper body in the gym and I ended up tearing my pec in August. Stay strong brother, the recovery time line seems very overwhelming in the early stages, but once you get the bone set and start physical therapy it will go very quickly and you will be back out there again.
You will heal up before you know it Ben. Give it the time it needs. We will all be here cheering you on for a full recovery.
You're the man dood! No reason to be down on yourself for chasing freedom. You'll be back better than ever! Take it easy and get well soon.
Sorry to hear that Ben. I’m sure you will turn this problem into a good thing as you always do in life. Best of wishes to a speedy recovery
The mom comments had me feeling right at home with my own "no ice for this one", had me laughing and feeling so upset for you all at the same time. Stay strong, you'll get through this. Love your story and where you're headed. Inspiration for many of us, thank you. 🤙🤘
Ah shucks Ben. Bummed for yah. Stay positive and keep your eyes on the future. Hope you have a speedy and full recovery.