The prison of your mind | Sean Stephenson | TEDxIronwoodStatePrison

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

Комментарии • 7 тыс.

  • @fearlessandfar
    @fearlessandfar 3 года назад +2040

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

    • @arians3713
      @arians3713 3 года назад +14

      same here

    • @JesusGanga
      @JesusGanga 3 года назад +5

      mark douglas

    • @NextStop2030
      @NextStop2030 2 года назад +9

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

    • @graemel3069
      @graemel3069 2 года назад +8

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

    • @richardmutai104
      @richardmutai104 2 года назад +1

      Olose

  • @SuperRekanss
    @SuperRekanss 3 года назад +1763

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

    • @muruamd
      @muruamd 3 года назад +39

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

    • @mish6235
      @mish6235 3 года назад +39

      May his soul rest in peace

    • @disinformer4421
      @disinformer4421 3 года назад +9

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

    • @mish6235
      @mish6235 3 года назад +4

      @@disinformer4421 nope.

    • @lokeshnaidu1935
      @lokeshnaidu1935 3 года назад +12

      Whatttt
      He died😳😔

  • @MikkiWillis
    @MikkiWillis 5 лет назад +1932

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

    • @tulipanrosas
      @tulipanrosas 5 лет назад +75

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

    • @Sudeevarma
      @Sudeevarma 5 лет назад +21

      RIP Sean

    • @MikkiWillis
      @MikkiWillis 5 лет назад +22

      sandeep varma - actually, i officiated their wedding.

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 лет назад +9

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

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 лет назад +10

      Ps you truly were privileged. What an incredible guy.

  • @SlipersonOMG
    @SlipersonOMG 2 месяца назад +7

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

  • @lipsadas2236
    @lipsadas2236 5 лет назад +1034

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

    • @mahdifarid1354
      @mahdifarid1354 5 лет назад +2

      Sooo Deeep !

    • @hola_y_buenDia
      @hola_y_buenDia 5 лет назад +1

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

    • @ehku6900
      @ehku6900 5 лет назад +4

      “Adapt should looks like celebration” ♥️

    • @PeaceHulk
      @PeaceHulk 4 года назад

      Powerful words miss

    • @LDuke-pc7kq
      @LDuke-pc7kq 3 года назад +6

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

  • @abdisamadsuleyman7090
    @abdisamadsuleyman7090 5 лет назад +3711

    This amazing guy just passed away. RIP buddy.

    • @karenasnyder
      @karenasnyder 5 лет назад +157

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

    • @lifecloud2
      @lifecloud2 5 лет назад +136

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

    • @galadriel3134
      @galadriel3134 5 лет назад +27

      😭😪

    • @budderkupp1282
      @budderkupp1282 5 лет назад +65

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

    • @jredenfield
      @jredenfield 5 лет назад +62

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

  • @henrynoble7011
    @henrynoble7011 3 года назад +1526

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

    • @JessicaRodriguez-bm7gq
      @JessicaRodriguez-bm7gq 3 года назад +5

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

    • @loydriley9221
      @loydriley9221 3 года назад

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

    • @andyobiorah4779
      @andyobiorah4779 3 года назад +2

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

    • @andreajueal8243
      @andreajueal8243 3 года назад +1

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

    • @kelvinmcdonald5113
      @kelvinmcdonald5113 3 года назад

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

  • @angieando3376
    @angieando3376 2 года назад +38

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

  • @AngelicaNightingale
    @AngelicaNightingale 8 лет назад +194

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

  • @S2C8509
    @S2C8509 3 года назад +1687

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

  • @sutharhitesh665
    @sutharhitesh665 5 лет назад +373

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

  • @mynona2491
    @mynona2491 2 года назад +523

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

    • @heshamabdou5259
      @heshamabdou5259 Год назад +4

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

    • @goonmaster9000
      @goonmaster9000 Год назад

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

  • @oliviamcqueen3355
    @oliviamcqueen3355 3 года назад +3192

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

    • @aaronk3788
      @aaronk3788 3 года назад +282

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

    • @jonplaud
      @jonplaud 3 года назад +152

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

    • @bettyblack2722
      @bettyblack2722 3 года назад +100

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

    • @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711
      @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711 3 года назад +148

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

    • @sloppyjoecomedy
      @sloppyjoecomedy 3 года назад +74

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

  • @yesreneau
    @yesreneau 9 лет назад +3601

    This is one of my favorite TED talks.

    • @markchavez_1918
      @markchavez_1918 9 лет назад +6

      I love your videos YesReneau! :)

    • @MrTnbopp123
      @MrTnbopp123 8 лет назад +17

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

    • @keni8109
      @keni8109 8 лет назад +5

      +MrTnbopp123
      Nothing wrong with a little incentive.

    • @MrTnbopp123
      @MrTnbopp123 8 лет назад +2

      It is wrong though when it has the reversed effect

    • @CaptainZuurpruim
      @CaptainZuurpruim 8 лет назад +20

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

  • @uranzayatsedendorj1240
    @uranzayatsedendorj1240 3 года назад +750

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

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 года назад +6

      I needed that 🙌

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 года назад +3

      So much

    • @zonadelsilencio556
      @zonadelsilencio556 3 года назад +9

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

    • @paranormalsoulcircle3176
      @paranormalsoulcircle3176 3 года назад +12

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

    • @RichRocketMan
      @RichRocketMan 3 года назад +3

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

  • @traceydenton2536
    @traceydenton2536 2 года назад +244

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

  • @unlisted1962
    @unlisted1962 3 года назад +842

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

    • @CherryBerryFashion
      @CherryBerryFashion 3 года назад +2

    • @learn1718
      @learn1718 3 года назад +9

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

    • @justafighter1346
      @justafighter1346 3 года назад +4

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

    • @anuel376x2
      @anuel376x2 3 года назад

      Facts

    • @dezio419
      @dezio419 3 года назад

      Não concordo

  • @stryfsplash1847
    @stryfsplash1847 5 лет назад +526

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

    • @GoogleAccount-po1gl
      @GoogleAccount-po1gl 5 лет назад +25

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

    • @stryfsplash1847
      @stryfsplash1847 5 лет назад +14

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

    • @fopal-gang7108
      @fopal-gang7108 5 лет назад +3

      They say his dong was at his knee caps rip moose

    • @stryfsplash1847
      @stryfsplash1847 5 лет назад

      @@fopal-gang7108 I heard that too 😆

    • @EphemeralProductions
      @EphemeralProductions 5 лет назад

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

  • @TCWpower
    @TCWpower 3 года назад +688

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

    • @cryptoformoon1391
      @cryptoformoon1391 3 года назад +17

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

    • @TCWpower
      @TCWpower 3 года назад +13

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

    • @folabomi713
      @folabomi713 3 года назад +6

      Hope you're still up. keep the fire burning

    • @lucianorusso7598
      @lucianorusso7598 3 года назад +9

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

    • @TCWpower
      @TCWpower 3 года назад +4

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

  • @hellohi2681
    @hellohi2681 3 года назад +389

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

  • @sarahvegangarden4822
    @sarahvegangarden4822 5 лет назад +741

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

    • @nickp5356
      @nickp5356 3 года назад +62

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

    • @jaynewilcox9527
      @jaynewilcox9527 3 года назад +4

      Amazing, fate ...

    • @CherryBerryFashion
      @CherryBerryFashion 3 года назад +1

      Wow!

    • @Kinobambino
      @Kinobambino 3 года назад +1

      @MKULTRA how are you doing man

    • @youtubingbabs
      @youtubingbabs 3 года назад

      Wow!!!!

  • @chrisclarke5328
    @chrisclarke5328 3 года назад +521

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

    • @joycegumbo6086
      @joycegumbo6086 3 года назад +1

      I love this

    • @coldgame4you124
      @coldgame4you124 3 года назад +16

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

    • @markdemell3717
      @markdemell3717 3 года назад +1

      For me it was loose woman and hard drugs.

    • @hungrylion7742
      @hungrylion7742 3 года назад

      @leila davidson Babylonians Pharisees and narcissists.

    • @SottoLwrence
      @SottoLwrence 3 года назад

      @@markdemell3717 Good times!

  • @namispondjamispond9282
    @namispondjamispond9282 5 лет назад +305

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

    • @petzzz5900
      @petzzz5900 5 лет назад +5

      @Steven Jones why?

    • @Marcus-uu5qf
      @Marcus-uu5qf 5 лет назад +3

      i came, i saw, i break, the law

    • @namispondjamispond9282
      @namispondjamispond9282 5 лет назад +2

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

    • @halopeople6462
      @halopeople6462 5 лет назад

      Namispond Jamispond ,true

    • @matankatz1607
      @matankatz1607 5 лет назад

      Marcus ayy with the ASAP rocky

  • @Kevo7979
    @Kevo7979 10 месяцев назад +9

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

  • @groodstrike
    @groodstrike 5 лет назад +642

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

    • @refugioverdesc
      @refugioverdesc 3 года назад +1

      Uhuuuu👏👏👏👏

    • @zoidberg945
      @zoidberg945 3 года назад +6

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

    • @justinamusyoka4986
      @justinamusyoka4986 3 года назад +2

      You will testify breakthrough.

    • @leomduffy794
      @leomduffy794 3 года назад +2

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

    • @mubashirparay545
      @mubashirparay545 3 года назад

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

  • @ranjeethashenoy3541
    @ranjeethashenoy3541 5 лет назад +360

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

    • @CC-zv2nx
      @CC-zv2nx 5 лет назад

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

    • @SobeCrunkMonster
      @SobeCrunkMonster 5 лет назад +1

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

    • @readifdumb
      @readifdumb 5 лет назад +3

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

    • @LovelyTeacher333
      @LovelyTeacher333 5 лет назад

      Mine too!! RIP S.S 🙏💓🙏

    • @mortenandersson9358
      @mortenandersson9358 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @IferJ
    @IferJ 8 лет назад +194

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

    • @hilath
      @hilath 8 лет назад +13

      I actually did (cried).

    • @victornaut
      @victornaut 8 лет назад +9

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

    • @michelberger4748
      @michelberger4748 8 лет назад +2

      thronecode

    • @maltysaltyy
      @maltysaltyy 7 лет назад +1

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

    • @Thehandsomest
      @Thehandsomest 7 лет назад +2

      Gustav needs more love

  • @pski3
    @pski3 Год назад +18

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

  • @Skukkix23
    @Skukkix23 8 лет назад +249

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

    • @arthurdent6256
      @arthurdent6256 8 лет назад +26

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

    • @BillGreenAZ
      @BillGreenAZ 6 лет назад +4

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

  • @drivn4895
    @drivn4895 3 года назад +162

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

    • @alexispapageorgiou72
      @alexispapageorgiou72 3 года назад +1

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

    • @markdemell3717
      @markdemell3717 3 года назад +1

      The heart mind link must be strong .

  • @MaryellenSmith
    @MaryellenSmith 10 лет назад +17

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

  • @stevehildebrandt6921
    @stevehildebrandt6921 6 месяцев назад +5

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

  • @markinsacramento
    @markinsacramento 5 лет назад +648

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

  • @nodresiak
    @nodresiak 9 лет назад +267

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

    • @skankwave5245
      @skankwave5245 9 лет назад +9

      +nodresiak This comment has the most wisdom in all of RUclips.

    • @nodresiak
      @nodresiak 9 лет назад +2

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

    • @Joe-fg5zz
      @Joe-fg5zz 9 лет назад +2

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

    • @EugenioCasulo
      @EugenioCasulo 9 лет назад +3

      Excellent said!

    • @nerysghemor5781
      @nerysghemor5781 8 лет назад +11

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

  • @irondino247
    @irondino247 8 лет назад +193

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

  • @ptweed5531
    @ptweed5531 2 месяца назад +1

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

  • @damianlopez7630
    @damianlopez7630 3 года назад +140

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

  • @Chirag_Gupta5
    @Chirag_Gupta5 3 года назад +401

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

  • @hanna.nguyen
    @hanna.nguyen 3 года назад +194

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

    • @leroyc5289
      @leroyc5289 3 года назад +5

      yesss!! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @timothykangethe7700
      @timothykangethe7700 3 года назад +5

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

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 года назад

      God, that'd be maddening.

  • @successb
    @successb 2 года назад +2

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

  • @Sixty_Five_Pronghorn
    @Sixty_Five_Pronghorn 6 лет назад +925

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

    • @kelpjuice5066
      @kelpjuice5066 5 лет назад +85

      CamoHorse 3 more years buddy 🤗

    • @raphaeljones8190
      @raphaeljones8190 5 лет назад +169

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

    • @grav3-jpeg
      @grav3-jpeg 5 лет назад +74

      @@kelpjuice5066 Goddamn dude, not funny

    • @kenwilliamsvoice
      @kenwilliamsvoice 5 лет назад +18

      Keep on stepping strong!

    • @WILLYLYNCH.
      @WILLYLYNCH. 5 лет назад +15

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

  • @nikolairomanoff6969
    @nikolairomanoff6969 8 лет назад +104

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

    • @nikolairomanoff6969
      @nikolairomanoff6969 7 лет назад +4

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

  • @japhethgomez3437
    @japhethgomez3437 3 года назад +320

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

    • @nunu4evaaa
      @nunu4evaaa 2 года назад +5

      DO NOT BELIEVE ANYTHING THAT DOESNT EMPOWER YOU💛

    • @spartan8650
      @spartan8650 2 года назад

      Walking carcass following the masses 👌

    • @amberslahlize7961
      @amberslahlize7961 2 года назад +2

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

    • @nunu4evaaa
      @nunu4evaaa 2 года назад

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

  • @JesusGarcia-dr6tg
    @JesusGarcia-dr6tg 2 года назад +13

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

  • @internet_internet
    @internet_internet 5 лет назад +194

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

    • @Lucas_Jeffrey
      @Lucas_Jeffrey 5 лет назад +3

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

  • @25987489
    @25987489 7 лет назад +34

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

  • @kelvinbel8910
    @kelvinbel8910 5 лет назад +405

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

    • @leeloo324
      @leeloo324 5 лет назад +9

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

    • @verntweld51
      @verntweld51 5 лет назад +6

      Don’t hurt yourself

    • @marjoryrainey5761
      @marjoryrainey5761 5 лет назад +7

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

    • @austingode
      @austingode 5 лет назад +2

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

    • @mryan4452
      @mryan4452 5 лет назад +8

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

  • @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_
    @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_ 9 месяцев назад +6

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

  • @grasshopper2879
    @grasshopper2879 5 лет назад +114

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

  • @sambenkamel
    @sambenkamel 3 года назад +95

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

  • @ocayaro
    @ocayaro 9 лет назад +105

    One of the best TEDx talks yet.

  • @pavlinaambrozova4185
    @pavlinaambrozova4185 Год назад +3

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

  • @OktoberLove
    @OktoberLove 8 лет назад +243

    he just spoke so much truth

    • @thutopstpr
      @thutopstpr 8 лет назад +2

      yes

    • @rarestsphinx8278
      @rarestsphinx8278 8 лет назад +1

      Definitely

    • @JulieMaeThies
      @JulieMaeThies 7 лет назад

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

    • @SeanStephenson
      @SeanStephenson 7 лет назад +3

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

  • @sudarshanmahadev4171
    @sudarshanmahadev4171 3 года назад +172

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

    • @indianfirst1883
      @indianfirst1883 3 года назад +11

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

    • @alyamahawilliam6624
      @alyamahawilliam6624 3 года назад

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @youtubingbabs
      @youtubingbabs 3 года назад +4

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

    • @detuneCris
      @detuneCris 3 года назад +1

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

  • @scubawithatuba
    @scubawithatuba 5 лет назад +30

    He will be DEARLY missed but NEVER forgotten!

  • @missmicaiah2840
    @missmicaiah2840 Год назад +8

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

  • @downbntout
    @downbntout 3 года назад +345

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

    • @zac2877
      @zac2877 3 года назад +4

      thanks for summary bro, thank you

    • @Lobatomic
      @Lobatomic 3 года назад +1

      That is a really useful post, thanks 😊👍🏼

    • @downbntout
      @downbntout 3 года назад +1

      @@Lobatomic like I have it all mastered pssh

    • @davidsokoloff2331
      @davidsokoloff2331 3 года назад +3

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

    • @zac2877
      @zac2877 3 года назад +1

      @@davidsokoloff2331 totally well said amigo

  • @PianoMastR64
    @PianoMastR64 8 лет назад +20

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

    • @melodyclark4347
      @melodyclark4347 5 лет назад

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

  • @EbonyEnigma13
    @EbonyEnigma13 4 года назад +98

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

  • @alanapril4643
    @alanapril4643 Год назад +15

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

    • @jtdilauro
      @jtdilauro 3 месяца назад

      proud of you.

  • @TheTeacher
    @TheTeacher 8 лет назад +1740

    271 Dislikes. 271 People need more Love.

    • @BigDGolf-23
      @BigDGolf-23 8 лет назад +8

      Bipolar people. LOL

    • @stevenherrold5955
      @stevenherrold5955 8 лет назад +25

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

    • @ignornt5421
      @ignornt5421 8 лет назад

      340

    • @linuszubbilarsson8665
      @linuszubbilarsson8665 8 лет назад

      Росен Плевнелиев 342

    • @ignornt5421
      @ignornt5421 8 лет назад +1

      Linus Larsson Blitz 343

  • @Paolo-qe7lc
    @Paolo-qe7lc 5 лет назад +47

    Your message will always live on.
    Godspeed brother. You will be missed.

  • @lampsizgod
    @lampsizgod 3 года назад +29

    Never seen someone dish out such useful wisdom like this man in such a short time. Truly uplifting and inspiring. Gone but not forgotten. RIP Sean. There is a good reason why you existed and continue to do so through us.

  • @jeffsanders444
    @jeffsanders444 2 года назад +56

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

  • @scottlopez9822
    @scottlopez9822 3 года назад +608

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

    • @LaureninGermany
      @LaureninGermany 3 года назад +26

      Just bots, that’s what I tell myself…

    • @aaronk3788
      @aaronk3788 3 года назад +34

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

    • @Dbjjr26
      @Dbjjr26 3 года назад +18

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

    • @SamuelJunghenn
      @SamuelJunghenn 3 года назад +28

      The people that need his message most.

    • @jrcandela77
      @jrcandela77 3 года назад +3

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

  • @Madmen604
    @Madmen604 5 лет назад +75

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

    • @Maneras03
      @Maneras03 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @TobySpeedySP
    @TobySpeedySP 5 лет назад +88

    You’re amazing man. Rest In Peace

    • @amsgamsg8928
      @amsgamsg8928 5 лет назад

      Excuse me please, has he died?

    • @TobySpeedySP
      @TobySpeedySP 5 лет назад

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

    • @amsgamsg8928
      @amsgamsg8928 5 лет назад

      @@TobySpeedySP Thanks

  • @hottvcschannelopedia4738
    @hottvcschannelopedia4738 3 года назад +3

    RIP Legend we are really saddened that a true inspiration left us, you will be always evergreen in our hearts

  • @user_16309
    @user_16309 7 лет назад +30

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

  • @mindbodyrelaxation6828
    @mindbodyrelaxation6828 3 года назад +218

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

  • @2TheAbbeyClinic
    @2TheAbbeyClinic 8 лет назад +10

    At my age, I can clearly see that all of the "tragedies" in my life have turned out to be blessings, the bigger the tragedies the bigger the blessings. There was no way for me to have seen this at the time, but I can see it clearly looking back. Listening to this amazing person talk, I can see that his blessings are in proportion to his challenges. He is a living Zen master. A teacher. Thank you for this amazing vid.

  • @thegraymouser12
    @thegraymouser12 2 года назад +5

    Made me tear up and cry. Amazingly beautiful human being. We need way more people like him.

  • @osmiridium
    @osmiridium 3 года назад +89

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

  • @JoshSundquist
    @JoshSundquist 10 лет назад +91

    Sean is one of my absolute favorite speakers. You won't believe the place where he gave this (amazing) speech.

    • @davidedmundtochi5228
      @davidedmundtochi5228 3 года назад +3

      Where please?

    • @VictorRuiz-dc9ed
      @VictorRuiz-dc9ed 3 года назад +9

      @@davidedmundtochi5228 the title says something about a prision

    • @joeblinko737
      @joeblinko737 3 года назад +7

      @@davidedmundtochi5228 Ironwood State Prison. I was there in the audience as an inmate

    • @danjones3402
      @danjones3402 2 года назад

      @@joeblinko737 Oh wow.

  • @marion4549
    @marion4549 3 года назад +245

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

    • @geraldoabiliodossantos203
      @geraldoabiliodossantos203 3 года назад +2

      Hello

    • @tippytalk
      @tippytalk 3 года назад +12

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

    • @fatusopp4739
      @fatusopp4739 3 года назад +1

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

    • @tippytalk
      @tippytalk 3 года назад +1

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

    • @_yoshivolts_115
      @_yoshivolts_115 3 года назад +1

      Not just in the nation

  • @thearcherofjustice1492
    @thearcherofjustice1492 2 года назад +13

    I just came upon this video for the second time after a long time and it moved me beyond words again. I am sad to learn that he passed, and I imagine him free and happy back to his Creator in the great Universe, where I want to believe that someday I will have the joy to meet him. His words are very inspiring. I have no words to express the emotions he inspires me. What a beautiful human being. He was a big man, rest in peace, your words will stay with me, each time I will feel the need, I will think of your advices and reflect upon them. Thank you from the bottom of my heart 💚🧡💜💛💙🧡🤍🖤

  • @Phoenix_7568
    @Phoenix_7568 5 лет назад +45

    I hope this becomes one of the most viewed TED talks. RIP man, you were an inspiration.

  • @CalumnMcAulay
    @CalumnMcAulay 9 лет назад +45

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

    • @LuizGuilhermePachecoLittig
      @LuizGuilhermePachecoLittig 9 лет назад +9

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

    • @moderntrappings9196
      @moderntrappings9196 9 лет назад +1

      +Luiz G true luiz, true! :-)

    • @hultonclint
      @hultonclint 8 лет назад +1

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

    • @WarYaaWarrior
      @WarYaaWarrior 8 лет назад +1

      ur humour .. ur awsomeness

  • @adamalpha7881
    @adamalpha7881 3 года назад +21

    When we feel that we are not enough we chase external validation and external objects to tell us that we are enough
    YOU ARE ENOUGH !!
    Thank u sean

  • @TheOddOddish
    @TheOddOddish 3 года назад +37

    This man is amazing! His words and wisdom will forever be in my heart! Thank You!

  • @AsylumFreak19
    @AsylumFreak19 5 лет назад +286

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

    • @nick-wi6et
      @nick-wi6et 5 лет назад +4

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

    • @tonyedmonds1538
      @tonyedmonds1538 5 лет назад +2

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

    • @insertname7750
      @insertname7750 5 лет назад +3

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

    • @lovinglifehealth
      @lovinglifehealth 5 лет назад +5

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

    • @ETAisNOW-wn8wx
      @ETAisNOW-wn8wx 5 лет назад

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

  • @TheHappyHomesteadingHerbalist
    @TheHappyHomesteadingHerbalist 3 года назад +24

    I miss him. So down to earth. He would personally thank you for sharing his posts. He was an inspiration to my son that has dwarfism. RIP Sean.

  • @kevinotey1305
    @kevinotey1305 5 лет назад +64

    Over 1 thousand people didn't like this, for the life of me I do not understand why. This is the most powerful speech I heard yet, and helped me in SO many ways. Im a Marine and almost cried listing to him and now just found out he passed away. Amazing person!!! Rest Easy my Hero.

    • @thomasjhesse9490
      @thomasjhesse9490 3 года назад +3

      i akmost cried to brother, was in the army too, but no battle experience, god thanks, a hug from germany

    • @FossilStudios316
      @FossilStudios316 3 года назад +2

      Some people would rather die relatively comfortable than live free.

    • @beautifulrose8619
      @beautifulrose8619 3 года назад +3

      I don't understand it either. goes to show you will never please everyone. and Lord knows I've tried

    • @ELee-zv5ud
      @ELee-zv5ud 3 года назад +2

      @@beautifulrose8619 They are still in the prison of their mind.

    • @jake8855
      @jake8855 2 года назад

      No wonder you lost to the Taliban. I don't think they cry watching midget videos on YT.

  • @carpo719
    @carpo719 3 года назад +35

    this was so good, brought me to tears. You can feel his passion for life. I wish others would see this truth, that bullying others, or being violent, is just a cry for help, and a desire to be loved.
    The most volatile man can break down crying when he has the right place and mindset to do it.
    And not a cry of pity, but of revelation.
    I did not realize he was speaking to prisoners until the very end!

  • @danwest9900
    @danwest9900 5 лет назад +25

    Anyone else notice that starting around 9:35 Sean puts his hand over his heart and kinda massages it? I really like that - showing that his focus stays on the heart energy rather than the mind.

  • @macioluko9484
    @macioluko9484 3 года назад +12

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

  • @chefboiardeeznutz9881
    @chefboiardeeznutz9881 3 года назад +71

    That's very true. Loving yourself and being able to free yourself from the prison that is your mind, is true freedom. That was powerful.

  • @mgdew
    @mgdew 3 года назад +37

    Sean was and will always remain an inspirational man who improved our world - so sad that he no longer is with us to educate us and remind ourselves of our own worth and potential, but with these talks available for all to watch years later, his wisdom is immortal.

  • @ElvenWisdom
    @ElvenWisdom 5 лет назад +34

    “Even the smallest person can change the course of the future”...and inspire so many! What an amazingly powerful soul. Rest In peace. Sharing this lesson in strength today. 🙏🏼✨

    • @hermantamo1860
      @hermantamo1860 3 года назад

      Why are you calling him small person?😒

  • @stevenburrow8804
    @stevenburrow8804 9 лет назад +19

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

    • @hannathebrave2200
      @hannathebrave2200 3 года назад

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

  • @JosieSanelly
    @JosieSanelly 8 лет назад +1216

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

    • @koegon
      @koegon 8 лет назад +51

      Petra Gabriella Gazsó We love you too!:D

    • @JosieSanelly
      @JosieSanelly 8 лет назад +15

      Koegon aw :')

    • @cuseny426
      @cuseny426 8 лет назад +80

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

    • @JosieSanelly
      @JosieSanelly 8 лет назад +9

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

    • @joeydseviltwin7754
      @joeydseviltwin7754 8 лет назад +7

      Love you Petra :)

  • @deanslife1
    @deanslife1 3 года назад +23

    I have been having a real tough time of it of late while my friends are all doing well and I think to myself I put the effort in but nothing good seems to happen to me but watching this guy with his wise words make me feel better every time

  • @MarciusVeloso
    @MarciusVeloso 3 года назад +24

    Some TED talks have helped me keep sane in this crazy world. This one has specially touched me. You're incredible, man! Thank you, Sean Stephenson.

  • @chrisv.noire.6388
    @chrisv.noire.6388 3 года назад +9

    RIP Dr Sean Stephenson. You were one GIANT of a MAN!!

  • @Laura-ht6vs
    @Laura-ht6vs 3 года назад +105

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

  • @christineb2640
    @christineb2640 6 дней назад

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

  • @AaronDarko
    @AaronDarko 4 года назад +11

    The most powerful 10 mins anyone can watch. RIP Sean, thank you for leading and inspiring millions 💚

  • @jennylewispixel
    @jennylewispixel 3 года назад +9

    What an incredible message! I didn't know he had died until tonight when his obituary video suddenly appeared in my feed. What a wise and wonderful soul. God rest him. I hope his wife is doing well. ❤️

  • @MsMarmolade
    @MsMarmolade 3 года назад +364

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

  • @danielrsson2171
    @danielrsson2171 3 года назад +10

    Sean Stephenson was one of the best!! So massively inspirational he was!! R.I.P Sean