The Man in an Iron Lung (A Polio Survivor's Story)

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

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  • @SpecialBooksbySpecialKids
    @SpecialBooksbySpecialKids  2 года назад +9219

    Edit: Paul Alexander, “The Man in the Iron Lung”, passed away on March 11th, 2024. After surviving polio as a child, he lived over 70 years inside of an iron lung. In this time Paul went to college, became a lawyer, and a published author. His story traveled wide and far, positively influencing people around the world. Paul was an incredible role model that will continue to be remembered.
    I met and interviewed Paul in 2022. Our community raised a large amount of money for him. I just got off the phone with Philip, Pauls’ brother, who wants to communicate the following message. “I am so grateful to everybody who donated to my brother’s fundraiser. It allowed him to live his last few years stress-free. It will also pay for his funeral during this difficult time. It is absolutely incredible to read all the comments and know that so many people were inspired by Paul. I am just so grateful.”
    Paul, you will be missed but always remembered. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

    • @MyLifeInTheDesert
      @MyLifeInTheDesert 2 года назад +374

      Donated. Thank you for your channel and your work.

    • @funwithfrank7522
      @funwithfrank7522 2 года назад +173

      Your an amazing person

    • @kbm875
      @kbm875 2 года назад +121

      Your Channel Inspires Me!

    • @angrydoggy9170
      @angrydoggy9170 2 года назад +437

      Stealing from donations is seriously sickening. Equally worrying is Polio making a comeback.

    • @morbid_corner
      @morbid_corner 2 года назад +83

      Donated!

  • @liddlekiddle1962
    @liddlekiddle1962 9 месяцев назад +1595

    Rest in peace, Paul. You were an excellent gentleman who taught the world a lot about bravery and compassion for others.

    • @dolos9250
      @dolos9250 9 месяцев назад +3

      my iron lung by radiohead

    • @catsberry4858
      @catsberry4858 9 месяцев назад +16

      Thank you for remembering him in his passing ❤

    • @brandonfrazier1026
      @brandonfrazier1026 9 месяцев назад +2

      RIP

    • @harperplayz2
      @harperplayz2 9 месяцев назад +3

      Yes, rip 😢

    • @nickos2079
      @nickos2079 9 месяцев назад +3

      Here here, rest in peace good sir.

  • @sunflowerkisses6304
    @sunflowerkisses6304 2 года назад +3899

    I remember that I saw an interview with this man a long time ago, it’s so nice to hear from him again

    • @chemicallyscrwd5485
      @chemicallyscrwd5485 2 года назад +78

      Was just about to say this!

    • @shesmoonlight514
      @shesmoonlight514 2 года назад +111

      Same! I can’t believe he’s still alive!

    • @meremorris2013
      @meremorris2013 2 года назад +54

      Yes!! Same! So happy to see him still going.

    • @SOPH-cw7gw
      @SOPH-cw7gw 2 года назад +21

      Yeah, me too.

    • @MaynardsSpaceship
      @MaynardsSpaceship 2 года назад +31

      I was wondering if this was new! Wow, it's so good to see him again!

  • @toolisacommitment2429
    @toolisacommitment2429 2 года назад +3634

    I'm so impressed by the incredible kindness of this man. He is still living and finding a meaning and he is still smiling, that is such admirable strength.

  • @WeslleyBarbosa
    @WeslleyBarbosa 9 месяцев назад +214

    RIP Paul Alexander. Your story will never be forgotten. Hugs from Brazil.

    • @dolos9250
      @dolos9250 9 месяцев назад +1

      my iron lung by radiohead

    • @Baillie.
      @Baillie. 9 месяцев назад

      @@dolos9250whst

  • @maeganbrown6946
    @maeganbrown6946 2 года назад +2628

    Paul! My mother was Paul’s caregiver for a time in the 90’s. He was still working at that time and I remember going to his apartment and getting to sit and talk with him. I was in elementary school and I was so amazed at what he had been through and what he could do. He was such an inspiration! I’m so glad to know he’s still smiling and pressing on. ❤

    • @coreydeluna5258
      @coreydeluna5258 2 года назад +5

      sure

    • @maeganbrown6946
      @maeganbrown6946 2 года назад +200

      @@coreydeluna5258 you don’t have to believe it. Doesn’t make it any less true. 🤷‍♀️

    • @pslm23
      @pslm23 2 года назад +103

      That must have been such a great experience for you to have the opportunity to talk to this man. He is such a treasure. You're mother must be a wonderful lady to be a caregiver.

    • @angela_somanythings5670
      @angela_somanythings5670 2 года назад +38

      It's a small world!!!

    • @travis8106
      @travis8106 2 года назад +81

      @@coreydeluna5258 Makes sense. She'd totally make that up for people in the RUclips comments!
      Happy?
      Move on.

  • @northwoodslife8456
    @northwoodslife8456 2 года назад +867

    His tribute to his parents was heart melting.

    • @lulumoon6942
      @lulumoon6942 2 года назад +45

      You can tell he's a product of their quality, what a treasure.

    • @zeaatocha4812
      @zeaatocha4812 2 года назад +39

      When he said his whole life with them was amazing, it just broke me… I’m out here feeling bad for myself every day for problems that seem so minuscule!

    • @juliebaldwin8730
      @juliebaldwin8730 2 года назад +4

      Yes

    • @iamthenoiseopera
      @iamthenoiseopera 2 года назад +1

      yes🙏💕

  • @georgecostanza2695
    @georgecostanza2695 2 года назад +2103

    Paul if you’re reading this and ever have difficulty getting parts for the iron lung, you probably already know this but just in case; using 3D printing, a mold of any shape could be made to cast a new part. Alternatively, the latest greatest printers can even print out a new part from steel, aluminum, even titanium, with 99-100% the strength of a traditionally produced forged part. Regardless, Paul you’re a huge inspiration and a real super hero! I wish you all the best!!

    • @lulumoon6942
      @lulumoon6942 2 года назад +95

      Kind of you to put that out there, times have changed! 🙏

    • @NeziesStories
      @NeziesStories 2 года назад +18

      @@OpalBLeigh Great idea!! Count me in

    • @heldlightning7118
      @heldlightning7118 2 года назад +10

      👍

    • @AshCupric
      @AshCupric 2 года назад +35

      That’s awesome advice. Thanks for sharing! 3D printers are amazing.

    • @AK27inAZ
      @AK27inAZ 2 года назад +11

      Excellent advice!

  • @SkullRiderTrucker
    @SkullRiderTrucker 9 месяцев назад +83

    I heard he lost the battle to Covid. How sad. The fact he could go on 78 years, living his life. I love his answer when he was asked if he was bitter or felt he was dealt an unfair hand, “ God chose me for the job.”
    I heard of his passing yesterday and I remember watching a video on him around or over 10 years ago. He has earned his place in paradise. Rest in peace Paul Alexander.

    • @georgejones3526
      @georgejones3526 22 дня назад +1

      Martha Lillard is still alive, she’s 76. I think she’s now the last known person still using an iron lung.

  • @dcbqb19
    @dcbqb19 2 года назад +2325

    The simple fact that Paul is STILL alive after all these years dealing with that horrible disease is mind boggling in itself! The inspiration he provides showing and telling how he got 3 degrees, passed the bar, had amazing people to help him, he has a story like no other.

    • @tetra3ne56scur3
      @tetra3ne56scur3 2 года назад +15

      Inspiring

    • @TheeRighteousOnee
      @TheeRighteousOnee 2 года назад +23

      The human body is incredibly resilient.

    • @deesballoons9506
      @deesballoons9506 2 года назад +14

      Jesus Christ loves you and repent have a good day

    • @danpierce8862
      @danpierce8862 Год назад +6

      @@deesballoons9506 i think you mean rejoice.

    • @Dagger-Deep
      @Dagger-Deep Год назад +3

      @@deesballoons9506
      No one got time for imaginary friends.

  • @janina8559
    @janina8559 2 года назад +9113

    I don’t understand why our Federal Government doesn’t take care of this man’s every need? He is a National Treasure! I am 55 and remember learning about him in the 4th grade. There is so much to be learned from him on a Science and Human level. Hard to believe he is still surviving on a machine made in the 1920s. Technology has come so far yet stands still for this Man😢

    • @melirodriguez3701
      @melirodriguez3701 2 года назад +261

      Pin this comment!!

    • @analisabecker
      @analisabecker 2 года назад +95

      Yea! Yes yes!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @FlickeringEmber
      @FlickeringEmber 2 года назад +474

      Stuff was built to last back then and planned obsolescence wasn't really a thing. It and Paul are both remarkable.

    • @ThatShyGuyMatt
      @ThatShyGuyMatt 2 года назад +449

      It is always sad so much of our money goes towards some crazy things, like 45 billion a year on military, and yet a man like this, they don't have money for. I get why we spend various money of course. But one man isn't going to cost them much compared to what the US spends in general every year.

    • @janina8559
      @janina8559 2 года назад +99

      @@AlecOberJ absolutely I VOTED BLUE!

  • @conradbarrett6
    @conradbarrett6 2 года назад +1030

    Shoutout to Paul’s amazing parents, they seemed like fantastic people. Shoutout to Paul’s amazing friends in college who became his friends, shout out to his late caregiver, Mr Moses his caregiver now , shout out to Daniel as well. Paul is a great man and has done more then most people who don’t have to live with such a disability. Getting 3 degrees including a law degree, Paul is an absolute beauty. He didn’t complain to God, he thanked him for letting him live and Paul is a great example and inspiration to all of us to go find a purpose because we all have one. An awesome guy and I learned a lot from hearing him talk.

    • @lulumoon6942
      @lulumoon6942 2 года назад +25

      Me, too, bet his wings in heaven are going to be HUGE! ❤️🙏💞🌈

    • @ewetn1
      @ewetn1 2 года назад +23

      I am also just blown away by this guy. Wish I was his neighbor and could sit and talk with him all the time. He's older now but I'd love to be able to just be his friend and bathe is his positive perspective and hear his stories and knowledge.

    • @danielspinks9006
      @danielspinks9006 2 года назад +11

      Thank you very much. That is so kind.

  • @Monoxide24
    @Monoxide24 9 месяцев назад +473

    I work for the company that owns the iron lung (Philips Respironics) and we keep a few iron lungs still to this day for Paul, as he was the last surviving user of our iron lung and we dont make new parts anymore. Rest in peace paul, i think of you daily.

    • @nadaserialomismosinti
      @nadaserialomismosinti 9 месяцев назад +12

      😢❤

    • @Frostie-m4w
      @Frostie-m4w 4 месяца назад +2

      Nice to know if anything else goes wrong you can help

    • @gregorymalchuk272
      @gregorymalchuk272 Месяц назад +1

      Keep the hardware in case there is another paralysing pandemic disease again.

    • @mightymouse1005
      @mightymouse1005 Месяц назад +1

      What's the difference in an Iron Lung and a modern ventilator? Seems it would have been better and more efficient. As a nurse, I'm curious

    • @georgejones3526
      @georgejones3526 22 дня назад

      Who services Martha Lillards’ iron lung?

  • @Nurturing2
    @Nurturing2 2 года назад +2106

    My Daddy turns 93 in April. He is the last surviving patient from his group who were together in the iron lung. He contracted it at the age of 25 in 1955. My dad is AMAZING and my HERO!!! His nutrition has kept him alive all these years. He is brilliant and has so much knowledge to share. I need to share this video with him but I know it will break his heart. Sending this beautiful soul love, light, & healing!!!
    ✨💖✨

    • @madmo8829
      @madmo8829 2 года назад +164

      My mom is 92. She contracted polio at 2. Unfortunately, she was not offered alot of medical help beyond the initial diagnosis. She migrated North and a brilliant nurse from Camden, NJ named Mrs. Frazier gave her physical therapy in
      1940s. My mom's life was better because of it. She has just recovered from c19. Jesus is real and real Faithful.

    • @cindyhayslette306
      @cindyhayslette306 2 года назад +17

      Does he still require the IL or some breathing assistance?

    • @stst77
      @stst77 2 года назад +61

      I had a neighbor with polio. She didn’t have an iron lung so she got lucky but she was an incredible inspiration because even though polio left her disabled she married, had children, kept her own home, rode a bicycle, painted, sewed, and anything she set her mind to do, she did it.
      How she rode that bicycle is amazing in itself but she would ride it on dirt and gravel roads, up and down steep hills. She was amazing!

    • @personofinterest8731
      @personofinterest8731 2 года назад +27

      Now he's a hero to us too. People like your dad remind us how much we are capable of even when we are dealt a hand like he was. Thank you for sharing. 🤗💐

    • @shayekisitu
      @shayekisitu 2 года назад +17

      This man truly is an amazing and extraordinary human being. GOD bless him always.❤🤲🏻🙏

  • @joyk3694
    @joyk3694 2 года назад +837

    He's one of the last iron lung survivors, and he's amazing. Thank you so much for featuring him on SBSK.

    • @catlove111
      @catlove111 2 года назад +2

      Is he still alive

    • @SairWithTheHair
      @SairWithTheHair 2 года назад +18

      @@catlove111 yes he is ❤️

    • @catlove111
      @catlove111 2 года назад +1

      @@SairWithTheHair Do you know how old he is and if is he still Ali wanna ask you a question how would you feel if he was in his place

    • @hannahruge8048
      @hannahruge8048 2 года назад +7

      @@catlove111 76 i think. Born 1946?

    • @lindsay8003
      @lindsay8003 2 года назад +9

      I had a patient working in home healthcare…. And his wife had polio as a child. She said she spent 2years in an iron lung. So I’m wondering why some recovered, and others didn’t?

  • @jflsdknf
    @jflsdknf 2 года назад +1057

    Wow! A movie should be made about this man and his life! Teaching himself to breathe when paralyzed and becoming a lawyer in an iron lung. I'm amazed

    • @rgkong8783
      @rgkong8783 2 года назад +43

      Yes a true story film on Paul needs to be in order!

    • @prooftv1174
      @prooftv1174 2 года назад +15

      I said the same thing. This is so incredibly

    • @krydder
      @krydder 2 года назад +18

      I agree. That is also why I appriciate that I am able to breathe on my own. I mean that we who could things on our own (things many of us takes for granted) should appriciate that.

    • @tetra3ne56scur3
      @tetra3ne56scur3 2 года назад +6

      Exactly what I was thinking. It’s a great idea and Paul will get money from the movie

    • @xIIIQueenOfSwordsIIIx
      @xIIIQueenOfSwordsIIIx 2 года назад +1

      Yep. Agree.

  • @mabix69
    @mabix69 9 месяцев назад +1033

    Paul Alexander died yesterday, March 11, 2024, due to an infection with COVID. He died peacefully and his brother was with him. May he rest in peace! 🕊

    • @juliajappinen
      @juliajappinen 9 месяцев назад +18

      did he actually get an covid infection??

    • @ConnyWeirdWorld
      @ConnyWeirdWorld 9 месяцев назад +171

      ​@@juliajappinenYes because someone was too ignorant to wear a mask and use air filtration, he lost his life. He couldn't do anything about it. I hope they know what they did. It makes me sick. It's horrible.

    • @juliajappinen
      @juliajappinen 9 месяцев назад +24

      @@ConnyWeirdWorld my goodness❤️‍🩹bless his soul

    • @FrickYourHandle
      @FrickYourHandle 9 месяцев назад +20

      @@ConnyWeirdWorldhe’s finally free…

    • @copixel37
      @copixel37 9 месяцев назад +36

      @@ConnyWeirdWorldyou hope they live with guilt the rest of their life? You seem like a chippy person 😊

  • @busterlowd4365
    @busterlowd4365 Год назад +1107

    To be dealt such a bad hand and still crack out jokes and nuggets of wisdom. He's not just soldiering on, Paul's a warrior.

    • @KingStr0ng
      @KingStr0ng 10 месяцев назад +6

      He's a happy man. Nothing can defeat a happy man.

  • @atypicalgeek88
    @atypicalgeek88 2 года назад +1182

    Paul, I'm a person with a fairly severe physical disability born in the late 80s, and I have no doubt that you helped pave the way for me to live independently (with support) and go through everything needed to get a master's degree, and now work in a professional field. Thanks for letting them laugh at you, going through all that pain and struggle, yet not giving up! Grateful for all disability rights pioneers!

    • @MayimHastings
      @MayimHastings 2 года назад +7

      Thank you! Yesss!

    • @beetlejamie8065
      @beetlejamie8065 2 года назад +8

      Wow, thank you so much for sharing! You are awesome!!

    • @kittervision
      @kittervision 2 года назад +7

      Wow that's amazing I'm proud of you thank you for sharing people like you inspire me to do better when I'm sitting around feeling bad about myself but really I have all the gifts in the world to live a great life we need to appreciate what we do have to overcome what we don't. Bless you and much love

    • @ildikoparker920
      @ildikoparker920 2 года назад +1

      Can you sit in a wheelchair with a trachea

    • @kecrn4132
      @kecrn4132 2 года назад +5

      @@ildikoparker920 yes…. People walk around with tracheotomies

  • @remixedworship5662
    @remixedworship5662 2 года назад +702

    I’m a lawyer, too, as well as a full-time wheelchair user! Thank you, Paul, for everything you did to pave the way.

    • @YourCapyFrenBigly_3DPipes1999
      @YourCapyFrenBigly_3DPipes1999 2 года назад +8

      God bless you for your determination! I sure could learn to have more of that.

    • @yasalenlasestrellas5913
      @yasalenlasestrellas5913 2 года назад +8

      @@91KP_SilentEchoes christ, what kind of comment is that?! I am blown away. You insert your struggle in a disrespectful, self-important way while the other commenter was not doing that at all. She shares profession with this incredible man and was just saluting him for representing people with health struggles in the profession of law. It seemed to me like she was saying that she is in a wheelchair but what he has done in the profession before she did paved the way for people in disabilities like her to get that opportunity!

  • @1.21gigawatts2
    @1.21gigawatts2 10 месяцев назад +69

    I need to revaluate my life. This man smiles more in the video more than I have in the past ten years and I've suffered probably less than one percent of the torment he's been going through. I know I'm late to the party but I just donated to Paul's fundraiser. The man is a beacon of hope and an inspiration.

    • @sackxhasermaury5332
      @sackxhasermaury5332 9 месяцев назад +1

      💯💯

    • @Utoobeh4tesfreespeech
      @Utoobeh4tesfreespeech Месяц назад

      I say this sincerely as Paul would..seek Jesus. He is the only thing that brings real peace and the reason for Paul's ability to do all you admire. Your life will change in a multitude of ways. Some amazing, some difficult but all for a deeper meaning of what is true. Paul will now have a life beyond his imagination in heaven.

  • @katherinedupuis3684
    @katherinedupuis3684 Год назад +1056

    “If I don’t have a purpose today…I’ll create one.” Absolutely empowering. Thank you Paul ❤

    • @verabolton
      @verabolton Год назад +13

      Yes, I noticed that sentence too! A wonderful man ❤

    • @karimaamiri7287
      @karimaamiri7287 10 месяцев назад

      God Help ihm 😢

    • @Prankishfan
      @Prankishfan 9 месяцев назад

      yo he is living in a tube what purpose does he have 💀💀💀💀💀💀

    • @lumailisa
      @lumailisa 9 месяцев назад +11

      @@Prankishfanto educate other people about the effects of not vaccinating your kids against polio.

    • @clblackburn1111
      @clblackburn1111 9 месяцев назад

      What a horrible comment. I hope you don't have children. ​@@Prankishfan

  • @SaltySteff
    @SaltySteff 2 года назад +1005

    Paul's parents both sound like pretty incredible human beings. I can see he really misses them a lot. RIP Paul's Mom and Dad ❤

    • @jm7804
      @jm7804 2 года назад +24

      His mom insisted on taking him home even though he couldn't even speak or move at all and against the doctor's advice. She wanted to take care of him. He would've died in that hospital just like every other kid who went there. Do a search and you'll find photos of him as a boy smiling at the camera from his iron lung. So sweet and heartbreaking at the same time. He graduated high school, college, law school, passed the bar exam, and became a practicing lawyer. His parents must've been amazing.

    • @animalfinatic9366
      @animalfinatic9366 8 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@jm7804 amen

  • @Jose510Ruelas
    @Jose510Ruelas 9 месяцев назад +151

    His college friends taking him with them for two years made me tear up.

    • @thelouiebrand
      @thelouiebrand 9 месяцев назад +9

      Same man. What a touching story of a true warrior of life.

  • @gegervary
    @gegervary 2 года назад +2096

    The fact that this man could live in this for so long, become a lawyer, and did not end his life out of despair is absolutely unbelievable.

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад +16

      Like, are these ops for real!? How could one do that when unable to move... Plus, the fear of dth... The sad fact is, that one is literally TRAPPED in this harrible world...

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад +5

      Once one is ferced into existence, one is trapped in this afI world (usually for a very long time) and, there is no wayout! Even the ones that aren’t in a situation where they cannot move are still trapped in the same afI world, imprisoned by the same type of afI

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      body that everyone secretly or subconsciously

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад +1

      h-e!ghtz, yet no one wants to consciously accept the fact, because it is too paynfuIto deal with it - a

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      body sharing the same sh_

  • @emilyreynolds4185
    @emilyreynolds4185 2 года назад +534

    This man’s will to live and have relationships with people blows me away. He lives by a beautiful philosophy. I’m so humbled by his story.

  • @newchapterasmr
    @newchapterasmr 2 года назад +563

    3 minutes into the video. I’m having a hell of a week, but this man has already put my problems into perspective. His outlook is amazing. Respect

    • @fvenateafork
      @fvenateafork 2 года назад +25

      Happens everytime with this channel, hahaha! I always go back to the rest of my day feeling inspired to keep on and enjoy life the best I can.

    • @amyelizabethscraftcorner
      @amyelizabethscraftcorner 2 года назад +4

      I feel you, these videos often do that for me. I do hope you feel better tho. Sending love and positive vibes ❤

    • @1NOIAM
      @1NOIAM 2 года назад +3

      Same here.🙏

    • @Mr_Banker222
      @Mr_Banker222 2 года назад +1

      @@fvenateafork It's a humbling reminder

    • @newchapterasmr
      @newchapterasmr 2 года назад +2

      @@amyelizabethscraftcorner Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @nikkideee94
    @nikkideee94 9 месяцев назад +13

    His laugh and his smile brought me so much joy. I'm at peace knowing he is no longer in pain. Rest easy, Paul. 🥹❤️🤍

  • @rosydonut
    @rosydonut 2 года назад +795

    Hearing him talk about his parents was so loving. They must have been wonderful people.

    • @motherhoney3863
      @motherhoney3863 2 года назад +8

      Right made me smile

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад

      Edit out the misused flower name Rosie and big terms loving and wonderful and honey that only reflect me the only Rosie and the only wonderful being and my pure protectors aka the alphas aka the only loving beings - it’s beyond disrespectful to flowers when womyn misuse flower names etc, and all womyn/humnz are the exact opposite of such terms!

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад

      Also, those dudes are so brnwsd by their br2ed2rs - they can’t even see the obvious fact that their br2edrs are the only ones guilty of all their sfrng and dth!

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад

      And I am the only God / Goddess and gift etc - while the creator of this harrible wrong worId is the exact opposite of such terms! And I am the only Lady / Mrs / Miss etc (while my protectors are the only mr / lord / sir etc) and the only amazing / great / wonderful being etc and the only lovable / loved / lovely being and the only baby / babe etc - all womyn/humnz are the exact opposite of lady / amazing / gift / mr etc, and misuse of big terms / respectability terms / compIiments etc is also a harrible _! Also, gifts are only meant for me THE God(dess) etc, not from me, which is another wrong idea humnz misuse - humnz don’t even know what love means or what any of the other big terms mean!

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      Edit out the misused term honey and moth (in mother) that only reflect me THE only Honey / Moth / Butterfly - humnz can’t misuse purity / sweetness related terms in their names or terms that contain such words that reflect any sweetness / compIiment / nature related terms or that reflect pure animaIs such as moths / butterflies / birds / bees / chicks etc who only reflect me the pure being aka the opposite of humnz!

  • @andreak.8320
    @andreak.8320 2 года назад +691

    Make Paul’s life story into a movie, he is an incredible man of integrity and resilience. We could all learn so much. So happy the go fund me will add to the quality of his life. Thank you Chris!❤❤

    • @domicellahuisman1471
      @domicellahuisman1471 2 года назад +4

      Yes, thank you Chris. Watching a lot of your videos. Please get saved too! Please. You are such a nice, lovely and kind man. And gentle. (handsome too,..(giggle..))

    • @monkfistlust
      @monkfistlust 2 года назад +1

      There's pne sorta like it A man paralyzed neck down from a diving accident with Javier Bardem
      THE SEA INSIDE

    • @I_am_BiG_Al
      @I_am_BiG_Al 2 года назад +4

      Be abit boring no?

    • @AntoniTolwinski
      @AntoniTolwinski 2 года назад +9

      @@I_am_BiG_Al No.

    • @AntoniTolwinski
      @AntoniTolwinski 2 года назад +2

      I'd gladly dedicate a large portion of my life to make a film about Paul (preferably starring him, too) happen. This interview is eye-opening; Paul is a living miracle that deserves to be appreciated, have his story told and get as much joy from life as possible!

  • @huntercool2232
    @huntercool2232 2 года назад +1518

    This man has every right to be upset, ungrateful, and even depressed. Yet he’s not. He’s happy and living his life as well as physically and mentally can. We can all learn a thing or two from him.

    • @floridakid7975
      @floridakid7975 2 года назад +22

      hit hard

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад +1

      Edit out the misused big terms cool and man that only reflect me & my pure protectors aka the alphas - only my protectors reflect the words man / guy / lad / boy / men etc!

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад

      Also, those dudes are so brnwsd by their br2ed2rs - they can’t even see the obvious fact that their br2edrs are the only ones guilty of all their sfrng and dth!

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад +1

      And I am the only God / Goddess and gift etc - while the creator of this harrible wrong worId is the exact opposite of such terms! And I am the only Lady / Mrs / Miss etc (while my protectors are the only mr / lord / sir etc) and the only amazing / great / wonderful being etc and the only lovable / loved / lovely being and the only baby / babe etc - all womyn/humnz are the exact opposite of lady / amazing / gift / mr etc, and misuse of big terms / respectability terms / compIiments etc is also a harrible _! Also, gifts are only meant for me THE God(dess) etc, not from me, which is another wrong idea humnz misuse - humnz don’t even know what love means or what any of the other big terms mean!

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      Honestly, all those dudes need to read my truthful comments and wake up! And realize the facts that the only reason why they sufr and / or are ferced thru a dth at some point is because their br2ed2rs ferced them into existence against their will and without their consent in a pointI_s morteI world, knowing full well how harrible and how uncertain this worId is! Time to see the truth and accept the reality that br2et2rs are _ and the direct cause of all sfrng and dth!

  • @LazyDarwin
    @LazyDarwin Год назад +271

    This man's life is a testament to human will. He has been living his life for so many years, not being able to move, surviving in an iron lung, yet he earned a bachelor's degree in law and even wrote a book. This man is a living legend, a true Gigachad.

  • @shizutans
    @shizutans 2 года назад +230

    This is not the first time I've seen Paul and his story. Whenever I think of vaccines and spreading awareness I think of him. This man is an incredible, inspiring person. He asked, "What are you doing to make the world better?" and I'm taking that to heart. Just donated, and from now on I'll try my best to follow in his example and create my purpose every day. Thank you Paul!

    • @Im.A.Potatoe
      @Im.A.Potatoe 2 года назад +1

      Still cant trust vaccines so

    • @sandrafraser7015
      @sandrafraser7015 2 года назад

      If someone comes to you and pressures you not to take the vaccine, please IGNORE THEM and walk away. Vaccines have saved countless lives since they were first invented in the early 1900s. My COVID booster is due next week and I’m going for it whether conspiracy theorists like it or not. 😊😊😊

    • @Im.A.Potatoe
      @Im.A.Potatoe 2 года назад +10

      @@sandrafraser7015 imagine y'all still fearing COVID so much you still lining up for shots🤣 silly silly

    • @nikamak1617
      @nikamak1617 2 года назад +1

      @@Im.A.Potatoe ...

    • @Im.A.Potatoe
      @Im.A.Potatoe 2 года назад +3

      @@nikamak1617 I said what I said.

  • @vinupec
    @vinupec Год назад +3079

    I don't know what is more painful: dying due to polio or living in an iron lungs for 60 years. This man must get a bravery award for still being sane...

    • @Anne_Onymous
      @Anne_Onymous Год назад +186

      He's still smiling so definitely the prior (when you have a personality like him).
      Me on the other hand; I'd be better off gone.
      I just don't have the strength that he does unfortunately.

    • @montyrayza7220
      @montyrayza7220 Год назад +67

      @@Anne_Onymous You'll have more strength than you think when the time comes for it in your life ... God bless ...

    • @LilXancheX
      @LilXancheX Год назад +6

      @@Anne_Onymousweak

    • @Anne_Onymous
      @Anne_Onymous Год назад +48

      @@LilXancheX Stay in school kid

    • @CatherineShaw-qo6ev
      @CatherineShaw-qo6ev Год назад +66

      @@Ellie5621He didn’t decline it; modern respirators use positive-pressure ventilation systems instead of negative-pressure ventilator systems, and he wasn’t receiving enough oxygen. He’s not the only survivor who still relies on an iron lung.

  • @personofinterest8731
    @personofinterest8731 2 года назад +341

    This is so amazing. I got polio the same year he did and suffer the post-polio symptoms now, but have had a relatively normal life. I remember those huge rooms full of iron lung kids, so many of them died. This man is made of special stuff alright. I salute him and all the caring people around him. Thank you for bringing him to us to remind us that there are miraculous achievements all around us. I wish him joy. Love from a fellow survivor Dorothy, five years old in 1952 when I contracted polio. 💐💜

    • @20PINKluvr
      @20PINKluvr 2 года назад +23

      Just so sad when he tried making friends with other child patients and then knowing that they pass away from it

    • @CrickBritt
      @CrickBritt 2 года назад +6

      @@20PINKluvr I want to be his friend

    • @louonUT
      @louonUT 2 года назад +1

      I have read that the people in the iron lungs were due to getting polio shot and getting side affects from it . I read this was hidden from the public. I am so glad to find this video and to also read your comment. There are books about it. I don’t know what is true . Did you ever read anything about the hidden secrets about polio!

    • @CrickBritt
      @CrickBritt 2 года назад

      @@louonUT smh

  • @4xpaul
    @4xpaul 9 месяцев назад +18

    Possibly the most inspiring story I’ve ever heard. Rest easy sir.

  • @daynalynnxo
    @daynalynnxo 2 года назад +386

    70 years being trapped in a metal container sounds absolutely terrific. Yet he’s so humble and kind! God bless ❤

    • @NotFalling4it
      @NotFalling4it 2 года назад +44

      Autocorrect 👆

    • @EdgeoftheEarth
      @EdgeoftheEarth 2 года назад +33

      Terrific... Ummmmmmmm

    • @kylenewright4334
      @kylenewright4334 2 года назад +41

      I think they meant terrible

    • @Savage_Gamer777
      @Savage_Gamer777 2 года назад +2

      Right

    • @Mybpeterson
      @Mybpeterson 2 года назад +52

      Terrific is correct. Currently, it's generally used to express something positive, but it also means something that causes terror, which was the original use of the word.

  • @itsFJoppa
    @itsFJoppa Год назад +454

    I ain’t complaining ever again about none. That guy’s smiling and spreading joy after having not moved in 7 decades.
    Inspirational is a euphemism 💯🤩

    • @imstupidbut
      @imstupidbut Год назад +3

      check back later

    • @davidclemens8050
      @davidclemens8050 Год назад +10

      Shouldn't compare yourself to others..everyone has a different approach to how they handle things

    • @alf73
      @alf73 11 месяцев назад +5

      When life is really hard we get stronger fast and because life is not easy for him he will feel happier when he accomplishes things that are not that hard for us, he is motivated to accomplish great achievements that the average person wouldn't achieve because he has been forced to overcome such difficult things that he finds it easier to go through the pain and hard work of accomplishing the great achievements.

    • @Sillytommysadventure
      @Sillytommysadventure 10 месяцев назад

      @@imstupidbut i did, his video from 2015 and now his mindset hasnt changed. Bet your at the end of your rope tho depressed as all be. Get better a life dude

    • @tThisNThat
      @tThisNThat 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@davidclemens8050 She isn't, it's called inspiration.

  • @ceejaysatoshi2919
    @ceejaysatoshi2919 10 месяцев назад +30

    If u ever think u have problems remember this man he’s a warrior

  • @Chloe-qd5vx
    @Chloe-qd5vx 2 года назад +96

    How he speaks of his parents is just beautiful.

  • @katherinepeace3564
    @katherinepeace3564 2 года назад +727

    him talking about his parents made me instantly cry. This Man is so beautiful

    • @alexmurphy5289
      @alexmurphy5289 Год назад +14

      Oh I absolutely broke down there. He’s such an appreciative person it’s incredible

    • @christinaaa_xo
      @christinaaa_xo 11 месяцев назад +1

      I did too. Particularly when he said "they loved me so much", to be able to feel and know that, is so special. It also made me teary-eyed when he recalled his college friends asking him to move with them to another apartment. He smiled so big when he recalled that memory, and I couldn't help but get emotional.

  • @tracyfarwell8969
    @tracyfarwell8969 2 года назад +403

    I was like you Paul for 6-8 weeks in 1952 when I was 8. Tough way to live. They graduated me from iron lung life. Like you I pushed my way back into life. Rehab for me was a miracle chance that you Paul did not have, I knew it, took every chance at a more normal life I could think of. Recently it's been termed neuroplasticity Paul reminded me the first time outside after 4-5 months confined. Inspired a love of life that few others experience. Bless you Paul for hanging in there for 80 years. Like you I've had folks saving my life while others took off with my resources. Plus, handicapped employees at best earn 75c on the dollar. Surviving is the honor you deserve. Just kicked some money in, didn't hurt a bit.

  • @dracoaf4489
    @dracoaf4489 4 месяца назад +7

    Rest in Peace Paul Alexander, this story is amazing and just knowing that we humans that have all the resources available to us or even if we’re limited to certain things I can’t imagine how painful it must have been especially in his early years to see other kids play around with out him, I would panic and be in great pain. This is true strength

  • @kbm875
    @kbm875 2 года назад +377

    I saw heard about Paul a few months back, I was astonished that he became a Lawyer! Many would have not pursed their dreams or goals, but he did the impossible! Kudos and Great Job! I am Inspired by You and this Channel!

    • @ThaMobstarr
      @ThaMobstarr 2 года назад +21

      He even had his own law firm. That's incredible!

    • @Alexandra-ng1ih
      @Alexandra-ng1ih 2 года назад +8

      Could you imagine them wheeling him into the courthouse🫣

    • @otal0721
      @otal0721 2 года назад

      @@Alexandra-ng1ih lmao

  • @kati1017
    @kati1017 2 года назад +394

    How does he stay so positive?!? Truly remarkable man and glad to hear him tell his story! What a tragic disease polio was!

    • @jessi__jack
      @jessi__jack 2 года назад +21

      Truly the power of the Holy Spirit. No joke. No man alone could handle it otherwise

    • @laaaliiiluuu
      @laaaliiiluuu 2 года назад

      @@jessi__jack Where is the holy spirit when children are being murdered and women raped? He is simply positive because it is the only thing that keeps him sane.

    • @Qwerzxcv954
      @Qwerzxcv954 2 года назад +4

      @@jessi__jack It disappoints me how there's still people that can worship a god that allows such horrible things to happen 🤦

    • @malachilawrence3809
      @malachilawrence3809 2 года назад +5

      @@Qwerzxcv954 If you knew what you were talking about then you would know that Satan is the father of evil. You should seek God and you’ll find out why this man is still positive.

    • @Qwerzxcv954
      @Qwerzxcv954 2 года назад +4

      @@malachilawrence3809 I forgot your message immediately after reading it, because it is of no interest as it contains zero logical arguments. The more I talk to religious individuals, the more I feel sorry for their brainwashing. 😂

  • @trishm.9294
    @trishm.9294 2 года назад +173

    I'm 60 now. I went to a Catholic school from first grade through eighth grade. I was super shy and quiet. When I was in 6th grade (so I was 11) we had a beautiful, sweet teacher. She had polio when she was a child. One of her legs was shorter and thinner so she walked differently. The boys in our class teased her mercilessly all the time. She would cry and then I would cry.
    Our principal talked to our class and was so disappointed. Boys and girls were all crying. She stayed on as our teacher but when the year was over she never came back to our school. Children can be so very cruel.

    • @Anthony-hu3rj
      @Anthony-hu3rj 2 года назад +5

      Sad story. Thanks for sharing, Trish.

    • @MamaGator
      @MamaGator 2 года назад +7

      And that’s why I’m raising my kid on SBSK. He’s not even two but we watch the interviews together and one day we’ll talk about them too ✨♥️ teachers deserve the world, I hope she found peace with the profession one day.

  • @divinusmaximus1315
    @divinusmaximus1315 9 месяцев назад +19

    I've just learned that he passed away on Monday 11th of March. What a life he went trough and he went trough fearlessly as a real hero of humanity... Have a good journey back to home Paul!!!

  • @SkivbarKaviar
    @SkivbarKaviar 2 года назад +218

    At first I thought "I could never live with an iron lung" but when he said he'd spent his life doing things people said he couldn't, I changed my mind. Such an inspiring man ❤️

    • @bokehblind
      @bokehblind 2 года назад +10

      You wouldnt have a choice but to live. It's something abled bodied people say all the time but honestly you don't have a choice.

    • @richcampbell6808
      @richcampbell6808 2 года назад

      Nah. No thanks

  • @1rage17
    @1rage17 2 года назад +95

    Man. I thank god that I can breathe proper, use my hands and legs every day. This guy reminds me of how precious those kinds of things are. He’s such an inspiration, what a trooper. For real. I feel the same about my parents too. The more I hear him talk I like him even more. The lord is definitely on his side. You can just tell his heart is pure ❤

    • @Anthony-hu3rj
      @Anthony-hu3rj 2 года назад +2

      You may thank goodness, without thanking god. Just a thought on language.

    • @katiep3027
      @katiep3027 2 года назад +4

      @@Anthony-hu3rj she can thank who'd she like however she'd like

    • @1rage17
      @1rage17 2 года назад

      @@katiep3027 Thank you for that!

    • @1rage17
      @1rage17 2 года назад +1

      @@Anthony-hu3rj Seeing as this man with the iron lung also believes in God as well I would say he would appreciate my language and maybe even perhaps see it as an act of graciousness & respect.
      Just please think about what I said before trying to criticize someone else for the way they show their gratefulness through their faith

    • @NoOneReallySpecial
      @NoOneReallySpecial 2 года назад

      @@1rage17 they won't. Christians like to act like they're the only one whose faith is valid/exists. No other faith or lack of faith is allowed to exist.

  • @megastoejoe
    @megastoejoe 2 года назад +264

    I was actually introduced to this man like 6 years ago via algorithm. He was talking about being the last person in the iron lung. And at some point he started writing with a pen under his tongue. It was so long ago. But it's cool to see him again. Glad he's still around.

    • @rayvnekieron8587
      @rayvnekieron8587 2 года назад +13

      I was actually just wondering a couple of days ago how he was doing since I heard about him a few years ago. I'm also glad he's doing okay 😊

    • @scee8474
      @scee8474 2 года назад +2

      Same here, saw this in my recommendations and was shocked it had been uploaded a day ago. I hadn’t heard from him in years, I’m surprised he’s still Alive

  • @shreya3162
    @shreya3162 9 месяцев назад +92

    Paul Alexander passed away earlier today. Although debilitated, he lived a long and fulfilled life and carved out an amazing career. May he rest in peace 🕊❤

    • @PartyOf8Please
      @PartyOf8Please 9 месяцев назад +2

      I’m sad to learn this. He truly was an amazing gentleman.

  • @Karen-hl4lx
    @Karen-hl4lx 2 года назад +134

    He’s such a beautiful human being. He lived a full life and the world is better off with him in it. His parents sound incredible. Every parent would love to hear their grown child speak of them with such love and admiration.

    • @catlove111
      @catlove111 2 года назад +1

      He is a living angel

  • @daze.d5462
    @daze.d5462 2 года назад +810

    I'm just utterly disgusted about myself how I can complain about little things when this man had so many things to be grateful for. I am really amazed at his accomplishments.

    • @mohiths2065
      @mohiths2065 2 года назад +82

      Don't be so hard on yourself. Circumstances can vary and you've still got a whole life ahead of you. You can do it!

    • @daze.d5462
      @daze.d5462 2 года назад +50

      @@mohiths2065 Thanks. this video just serve to remind me that I should be more grateful and appreciate of what I have.

    • @dianablackman4528
      @dianablackman4528 2 года назад +15

      Ditto. It makes one want to be stronger.

    • @sallygreenfield6991
      @sallygreenfield6991 2 года назад +54

      Nah. We all have our own struggles and our own path. We have our own challenges and our own triumphs. We can have empathy for individuals who we see as "worse off", but at the end of the day, whatever causes you pain still causes you pain, and it's okay to feel that.

    • @kimberlysevastyanenko3798
      @kimberlysevastyanenko3798 2 года назад +39

      It's always good to put things into perspective, but don't minimize your own struggles just because someone else has it worse.

  • @trishm.9294
    @trishm.9294 2 года назад +189

    Chris is an amazing human who has an open mind and always has a smile on his face no matter how dire the situations. He brings people's stories to light and always asks questions with the utmost respect.

    • @danielspinks9006
      @danielspinks9006 2 года назад +4

      Chris was amazing. He is just one of the nicest guys every. I can't thank him enough for what he has done for Paul.

    • @lovingmayberry307
      @lovingmayberry307 2 года назад +2

      @@danielspinks9006
      And thank you for what you do for Paul, Daniel! 👍💙

    • @DjKayJay
      @DjKayJay 2 года назад

      I want him to do a video on me but my anxiety wouldn't allow it

  • @jarridwilson1178
    @jarridwilson1178 Год назад +82

    I'm a respiratory therapist, and I saw pictures of him in medical books when I was in school. Great interview.

  • @kwintos88
    @kwintos88 Год назад +141

    How he talks about the love and support from his parents touches me deeply.

  • @Metallikat
    @Metallikat 2 года назад +214

    My grandpa was a polio survivor as well. He had to stay in an iron lung as a kid and was lucky enough to make a near-full recovery. Thank you for sharing Paul’s story!

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      I am the only Kat and the only being reflecting love / astral / nature related emojis - the misused special name Kat and the misused emojis must be edited out and changed!

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      I also am the only God / Goddess and all other big / respectability terms etc and all other special / big names and flower / nature / color related terms and emojis etc - while the creator of this harrible wrong worId is the exact opposite of such terms!

  • @KarinSatori
    @KarinSatori 2 года назад +680

    I saw Paul’s story before, I bought his book that HE wrote ! I was crying sooo much, his story got stuck with me for a long time. He is so powerful and I wish him all the best !

    • @annaduh9824
      @annaduh9824 2 года назад +9

      What's the name of the book?

    • @KarinSatori
      @KarinSatori 2 года назад +34

      @@annaduh9824 it’s called „3 minutes for a Dog“

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 Год назад +1

      WOW, there's a book about him???

    • @bellisperennis42
      @bellisperennis42 Год назад +14

      @@desratlinda8639 : Paul wrote the book himself! 🙂

    • @rudolphhohnenberg2809
      @rudolphhohnenberg2809 Год назад +1

      I'd like to read his book but I'm at the end of the world. Can I get it on internet?😌

  • @robinclark2703
    @robinclark2703 9 месяцев назад +10

    Rest in peace, Paul. You seemed like such a nice, thoughtful, intelligent man and I’m glad I got to “meet you” through this video. Thank you, Chris, for all that you do!

  • @HowardBaileyMusic
    @HowardBaileyMusic 2 года назад +4581

    I'm surprised that with technology today there isn't a way to build a mobile breathing unit for Paul.

    • @albireo2990
      @albireo2990 2 года назад +501

      If they could attach some mechanism to a wheelchair it would be MUCH easier.

    • @BMPmama698
      @BMPmama698 2 года назад +1447

      The iron lung has been replaced with the modern day ventilator. Paul says he’s tried them all and prefers the iron king most because it feels more like natural breathing to him.

    • @f612CreatorsPodcast
      @f612CreatorsPodcast 2 года назад +89

      @@BMPmama698 wow

    • @ThePmso
      @ThePmso 2 года назад +426

      @@BMPmama698 Yeah. Also it's better for the lungs in the long-term, because they aren't being inflated by force.

    • @jeraldjoyce2995
      @jeraldjoyce2995 Год назад +344

      @@albireo2990 From what I remember when I was really interested in polio is that those devices do exist. I believe they're called ventilators and they operate on an entirely different principle than the iron lung. Iron lungs force air out of the lungs and have the lungs refill themselves through negative pressure. Ventilators force air into the lungs. As @BMPmama698 has pointed out, Paul has tried the ventilator, but the iron lung just feels more natural. Iron lungs also put much less pressure on the patients lungs, resulting in less potential damage than a ventilator. Unfortunately though, replacement parts for the iron lung are becoming scarce, motivating the scant few affected by polio to use a mixture of ventilators & iron lungs.
      I'm sure a part of it for Paul is that it's how he experienced life. I understand it sounds a little funny, but it hasn't stopped him from living a fulfilling life. If my memory serves me right, he had a successful legal career and wrote a book on his experiences living during the polio epidemic and it's affect on society.
      TL;DR: there are smaller alternatives that perform a similar function to the iron lung, but what's the point of fixing something that isn't broken.

  • @willettej7988
    @willettej7988 2 года назад +105

    What a remarkable, marvelous man. And thank you, Jonas Salk. He said he “stood on the shoulders of giants.” I hope everyone knows who he was. His is as incredible a story as Paul’s.

    • @M_SC
      @M_SC 2 года назад +4

      I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but his story was lies. He stole his ideas from female researchers and didn’t give them credit. He was one of many, but this crazy false story was concocted to be easily told. And he didn’t give away the patent out of generosity, i have forgotten the details but it wasn’t altruism. Sad that history has been falsified.

  • @dingdongfootball5331
    @dingdongfootball5331 2 года назад +240

    My grandmother has post polio syndrome because she caught polio a year before the vaccine for it came out when she was a teen. She is not in a iron lung like Paul (post polio syndrome affects people at a later age who recovered from polio when they were younger, onset of symptoms is typically about 30-40 years after the initial polio contraction) but her muscles and cartilage have been progressively disintegrating for about 30 years and she can no longer stand and requires a wheelchair as well as caretakers. This is a devastating disease. I commend Paul for his strength and his bravery in the face of this adversity. Paul is a brilliant and intelligent man and I wish him the best going forward.

    • @hardrockgma5571
      @hardrockgma5571 2 года назад +1

      Same for my mom. It took them years to figure out she had post polio syndrome.

    • @AlphaOmega1025
      @AlphaOmega1025 2 года назад

      Interesting how so many polio cases actually originated from the vaccine 🧐.

  • @maeganbrown6946
    @maeganbrown6946 9 месяцев назад +10

    Rest in peace Paul. You were loved by so many. ❤

  • @mgriffin4297
    @mgriffin4297 2 года назад +94

    This is so inspirational. This man is trapped in a machine that he hasn’t/won’t ever be able to leave but still remains grateful and seems genuinely happy. Enough to bring a tear to your eye.

  • @tuesdaywithjisoo8395
    @tuesdaywithjisoo8395 Год назад +257

    People like Paul are so fascinating. How can you go through that and still crack jokes and smile? It's genuinely impressive. Best wishes to Paul.

    • @benedictcumberbatch4275
      @benedictcumberbatch4275 Год назад +2

      He used to be someone’s child

    • @s.a.8106
      @s.a.8106 10 месяцев назад +2

      Its called resilience. There are scientific studies about it. A scientist calles Antonovky researched this field.

  • @gmg9010
    @gmg9010 2 года назад +121

    Glad this man is still alive

  • @sarthaksharma5049
    @sarthaksharma5049 6 месяцев назад +9

    Kudos to this person. To be able to lay in this iron lung for his whole life takes effort. RIP Paul.

  • @madeline697
    @madeline697 2 года назад +45

    Watching a man that most people would look at as having a “worse life” yet here we see him being more positive and more thankful than almost everyone I know is truly inspiring. For him to see his trials as a gift from God and not “unfair” is an outstanding personal testimony that we can all learn from. This is man is inspiring

  • @zenfaku4526
    @zenfaku4526 2 года назад +96

    Hopefully someone who knows mechanics and has machines to make spare parts can see this video and can help Paul by creating spare parts for his iron lungs.
    Watching the video brought tears to my eyes because of Paul's kindness and as he continues to deal with his illness, he is truly an amazing person.

  • @titaniumman_22
    @titaniumman_22 2 года назад +89

    I’m brought to my knees listening to Paul and what he has done with his life. YOU are the man Paul. I’m so amazed that his college roommates took him with them!

    • @dartarro21
      @dartarro21 2 года назад

      Kind of reminds me of the We Carry Kevin story! Kevin’s friends carried him around the world in a special backpack!

  • @BhaktiSaar-o4k
    @BhaktiSaar-o4k 9 месяцев назад +5

    We will miss you dear Paul. Thank you for inspiring people out there. Rest in peace

  • @Tamuz95
    @Tamuz95 2 года назад +62

    This man is an absolute legend and the fact that you had the opportunity to interview him is incredible.

    • @Newuk124
      @Newuk124 2 года назад +2

      I agree 💯

  • @Missy-vm8fr
    @Missy-vm8fr 2 года назад +986

    I’ve seen Paul on the internet before and his life story is an amazing one. I hope he realizes how inspirational he is and what an interesting story he shares! ❤️

    • @AimToBlossom
      @AimToBlossom Год назад +1

      @@desratlinda8639 nope

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 Год назад +2

      @@AimToBlossom I guess he used to, but not anymore huh

  • @theinspector425
    @theinspector425 2 года назад +255

    This guy deserves a award for being the most kindest and friendliest person on RUclips

    • @alladeagle4170
      @alladeagle4170 2 года назад +2

      He sure does" so determined for life

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      The misused big terms award and most and kindest and friendliest and guy that only reflect my pure protectors aka the alphas and me the only being who dsvs awards and everything must be edited out!

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      humnz

    • @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764
      @freyawyttthegoddessandchip7764 2 года назад

      dsrv nada!

    • @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038
      @thetrueoneandonlyladyprinc8038 2 года назад

      humnz are chaotic things born from chaos and the most sakryIegiux zynz that are bound to create more chaos / zyn by continuing the vicious cycle of so-called 'life' if they don't become aware or if all the wrong things such as btg and bngng aren't b4nnedfaster

  • @lisavandenhoven5672
    @lisavandenhoven5672 9 месяцев назад +18

    Rest in Peace, Paul. May you be joyfully reunited with your loved ones that went before you.

  • @lindseygoblinluver
    @lindseygoblinluver 2 года назад +56

    I'm going through the hardest trial of my life and hearing him speak and how he never gave up and his parents, I will fight til my last through this trial im going through and am eternally grateful for this interview and his words I will never forget all of it

    • @jesuschristlovesyoudearly3797
      @jesuschristlovesyoudearly3797 2 года назад +3

      I don’t know you or what you are going through. I just wanted to say that God created you with so much love. He has you in the palm of His hand, everything is going to be alright. I hope you are able to get good rest and have a clear mind to face whatever comes your way in this challenging life... You are never alone and you are loved beyond measure. God bless you. ❤️🌷✝️🕊

    • @KellyS_77
      @KellyS_77 2 года назад +1

      I hope everything works out for the best for you. Keep fighting, but know that it’s also ok to feel sad, angry, or hopeless.

  • @heatherrudasill5640
    @heatherrudasill5640 2 года назад +89

    This is a true testament to the statement " there is always someone out there struggling more than you". This man, is so sweet, and welcoming!

  • @JackOLanter
    @JackOLanter 2 года назад +109

    He is beyond an inspiration. Truly a living proof of both how hard and mercyless this world is and the power of human determination.

  • @noah-hb7hx
    @noah-hb7hx 9 месяцев назад +4

    R.I.P Paul. Richard. Alexander. Jan 30 1946 - Mar 11 2024. You are a great lawyer, gentleman and book writer, thank you for teaching the world how bravery and compassion. You lived a great long life ♥♥♥

  • @FueledByKass
    @FueledByKass 2 года назад +71

    Oh my goodness. I remember watching an interview with him a very long time ago. Glad to know he’s doing ok!

    • @lauragwillim1055
      @lauragwillim1055 2 года назад

      Same. That’s why I clicked on this. Couldn’t believe he was still alive.

  • @MayimHastings
    @MayimHastings 2 года назад +56

    Paul is a superhero! I've been disabled and in a lot of pain since early childhood, Paul has really helped me to have courage, tenacity and gratitude for all I've been given. His story has inspired me to persue my lifelong dream of becoming a biologist, and to him I will forever be grateful. Paul, you are full of God's light, and through you our spirits are warmed and illuminated. Thank you. 💚🙏🏼💚🙏🏼

  • @bryanobrien2726
    @bryanobrien2726 2 года назад +84

    What an amazing guy . They really need to make a movie about his life so that people never forget how devastating polio was . It just seems like something only found in history books , but there are an estimated 10 to 20 million polio survivors still alive today with varying degrees of problems , Paul is probably the very top of that scale which is what makes his story so inspiring . I would like to think that if he lived near me I'd go visit him regularly .

    • @seanh7255
      @seanh7255 2 года назад +4

      Brendan Fraser would be an amazing actor for this movie!!

    • @katherinemurphy2762
      @katherinemurphy2762 2 года назад +6

      Polio was always on the lips of my family because my mom had it when she was three. Although she didn't have it so bad that she needed an iron lung, the disease ravaged her abdominal muscles and diaphragm, caused one leg to be shorter than the other, which in turn caused a host of back issues throughout her life.

    • @bryanobrien2726
      @bryanobrien2726 2 года назад

      @@seanh7255 Absolutely .

    • @bryanobrien2726
      @bryanobrien2726 2 года назад

      @@katherinemurphy2762 That sounds terrible . I think my parents would've been some of the first kids to receive the polio vaccine but they did grow up at a time when every school had children deafened by the German measles . My father had two close childhood friends , a brother and sister , who were both deaf from it that he kept in touch with his entire life .

    • @carolyndamico2924
      @carolyndamico2924 2 года назад +2

      Also a reminder to parents , who don’t believe in vaccinations. History does repeat itself. This man is amazing. Reason why vaccinations have been invented for.

  • @Graahk-r8u
    @Graahk-r8u Год назад +25

    I think one of my favorite parts of his story is the college friends taking him in and taking care of him for 2 years, you can tell it was an extremely good experience for him.

  • @mysticknight85
    @mysticknight85 2 года назад +127

    Makes me appreciate everything and see the world differently. He is a legend, he had amazing parents, man what a life.

  • @ana419
    @ana419 2 года назад +95

    3 degrees, including a law degree! This is so humbling. The very definition of resilience and love for life. Imagine what he would have achieved had he not had polio. Thìs man deserves a major award!
    Someone should help him build his own youtube channels and give talks.

    • @sinbadandsalty3908
      @sinbadandsalty3908 Год назад +7

      I think he achieved everything that he was supposed to👍. I bet most people don't achieve everything they are meant to.

  • @mikebel74
    @mikebel74 2 года назад +52

    That was one of the most inspirational things I’ve ever seen. What an indomitable spirit. He has achieved more than 90% of people ever will, regardless of disability. I’m in awe of this man. Well presented, as always. This will haunt me, in a good way, for a long time. Thank you for this channel.

  • @sonicmoore6196
    @sonicmoore6196 7 месяцев назад +3

    Paul is the definition of inspiration and never giving up plus a WARRIOR!!! RIP Angel! Thank you so much for your courage!!!! Now he’s free flying into the Heavens 😭

  • @BenAziz007
    @BenAziz007 2 года назад +307

    I’ve watched a documentary on Paul a while ago…! It’s so sad that those who were entrusted to look after him and care for him stole from him…!

    • @ThaMobstarr
      @ThaMobstarr 2 года назад +82

      There is really no end to human depravity. Thankfully we have people like Chris to tip the balance every once in a while and give incredible people like Paul a voice.

    • @alien2girl07
      @alien2girl07 2 года назад +38

      People can be so evil and cold blooded. Karma will get those individuals for sure.

    • @dreamsofturtles1828
      @dreamsofturtles1828 2 года назад +28

      The absolute lowest of the low...i hope the police can get them.

    • @littleleah310
      @littleleah310 2 года назад +3

      Smh

    • @AnxiousAlien...
      @AnxiousAlien... 2 года назад +4

      What did they steal? I didn't see the documentary.

  • @MoistCubicle
    @MoistCubicle 2 года назад +91

    I was raised by my grandmother. I still live with her now. She had a brother named Kenneth, he just passed away about 2 or 3 years ago. He was a polio survivor. Got it as a kid, developed severe deformities but it thankfully never resulted in him losing his ability to breathe and he never needed an iron lung. The vaccination was made and put out some several odd years after he contracted polio. His leg and arm were completely twisted all the way around so that they were not only backwards, (his foot was backwards and ankle twisted) but it also turned upside down so his foot was backwards and flipped upside down. He had a special boot made for that leg, and had to walk with a cane and could only use one arm. Despite all of this he did everything this amazing human being in the video did. He went to school, college, and then even managed to get a job and met a lovely woman he fell in love with and married and had a daughter with. He was an extremely positive person and always believed that he and everyone else could do ANYTHING if they put their mind to it. I think Paul is a perfect example of this being true. Every time I saw Kenny (especially the last 2 months he was alive as his kidneys/liver were failing) he never spoke much about himself unless it was something silly /positive (some sort of memory), instead he spoke of god, his faith, but most of all, his favorite thing to do was uplift those around him, compliment them, and tell them to keep pursuing their dreams/talents/hobbies. He asked me to draw him a picture, and constantly reminded me to NEVER stop making art cause he knew I was an artist. He requested I drew him a picture of Jesus Christ. So in my style I did so, and I brought it to him on one of my last visits with him. The second he saw it he started crying his eyes out. He told me it was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen and said "its perfect". Then he had it put up on the wall next to him. He passed away with it next to him. I miss Kenneth. I hope that some day when the lord takes Paul from us (I see that Paul is religious), that he can meet Kenny, and also all of the kids that he met and lost on his journey with this iron lung/polio. I hope to see more videos/updates of him as people continue to contribute to helping him. He is an incredible beacon of hope and inspiration during an era such as this. We should all learn to be more like Paul. Thank you for everything you do Paul and SBSK.

    • @katherineseve777
      @katherineseve777 2 года назад +4

      Your comment made me cry. We all need people like Kenny in our life. You are extremely blessed to have had him. God bless you.

    • @Choom89
      @Choom89 Месяц назад

      Thank you for sharing Kenneth's tremendous strength.

  • @ellenlaurence6559
    @ellenlaurence6559 2 года назад +100

    I’m 76 and remember Polio. Thankfully I didn’t know anyone who contracted it. I also remember when the shots became available but never received them for some reason-can’t remember but one of my sisters remembers getting hers. This man is such a WONDERFUL human being❤

    • @sodvine3486
      @sodvine3486 2 года назад

      Ppl were probably getting it from vaccines, reason you didn't get it

    • @ellenlaurence6559
      @ellenlaurence6559 2 года назад +1

      Oh gosh, I just remembered. My cousins ex-husband had it as a kid, had no lasting effects until many years later when he got post polio syndrome. I hear that others have that syndrome too.

  • @luselaa
    @luselaa 9 месяцев назад +3

    This man Paul Alexander was and will always be known for his resilience, strength, determination and courage. I will always remember you, and how much of an inspiration you are for me and so many facing the journey of life. God bless you and your family, you'll live on in our hearts forever. With love, thank you for everything you taught us.

  • @jessycassidy4325
    @jessycassidy4325 2 года назад +120

    Wow, this guy has had an extraordinary life experience. Tough doesn't even come close to describe it. I wo Derek if he was still alive. I'm glad he is.

  • @TheChroniclesOfYarnia
    @TheChroniclesOfYarnia Год назад +38

    This man is an example of what LOVE can do. His parents and he and his siblings had a love that sustained him. Love is always the answer.

  • @dartarro21
    @dartarro21 2 года назад +109

    What an unbelievable story! Absolutely amazing that he is 76 now and still going strong. And not only that he accomplished so much, but all the people around him who helped him! The therapist who encouraged him to learn to breathe, the college roommates, his family who brought him home…he believed in himself and took the next step in each part of his life because they did first. There are so many amazing people in this story! I am also so incredibly thankful for the polio vaccine!

  • @lajoswinkler
    @lajoswinkler 9 месяцев назад +381

    I hope his story will remain a reminder for all those parents who refuse to vaccinate their children against poliomyelitis.
    Paul, rest in peace. Thank you for being vocal about your life.

    • @Mster_J
      @Mster_J 9 месяцев назад +16

      "My body my choice" worst quote of all time

    • @dolos9250
      @dolos9250 9 месяцев назад +1

      my iron lung by radiohead

    • @annonimiss6422
      @annonimiss6422 9 месяцев назад +2

      @tmdaze9281 I'm curious if You're pro-choice or pro-life.

    • @beetlejews
      @beetlejews 9 месяцев назад

      I’m pro do whatever you want and stfu.

    • @hoangbachnguyen1762
      @hoangbachnguyen1762 9 месяцев назад +1

      Rip😢he passes away when he is 78 years old

  • @DeniseHedberg66
    @DeniseHedberg66 2 года назад +46

    I saw Paul in the news several times during my life. He helped make me a very optimistic person. Everyone is capable of more than they realize !
    Thank you Paul for your lovely self!
    Peace!

  • @nancytimpa1981
    @nancytimpa1981 2 года назад +45

    I’m speechless. This man. What an inspiration. Why hasn’t someone made a movie about his life? Don’t you know he’s got enough content for many movies.

  • @laurac86
    @laurac86 2 года назад +82

    What an amazing story and an amazing person. The fact that he became a practicing lawyer is incredible!!! He’s such an inspiration

  • @truth9270
    @truth9270 24 дня назад +1

    He did more with his life than I’ve ever done in my just 39 years. He’s truly and inspiration 🖤🙏🏽

  • @TheButterflySoulfire
    @TheButterflySoulfire 2 года назад +66

    Amazing person. He’s also had some amazing people in his life, from his parents to his college roommates.