How I Go To The Bathroom & Where Are My Legs 2.0 | An Anatomy Lesson

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  • Today I want to revisit the questions I get asked most often. How I Go To The Bathroom & Where Are My Legs. But I wanted to give you a bit more detail to help clear up any confusion. I hope this helps!
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  • @amypattie7004
    @amypattie7004 3 года назад +35435

    This was randomly suggested for me. Do I know this man? No. Was I thinking it? No. Did it make me instantly curious enough to instantly watch it? Yes, yes it did.

  • @drkatbun8566
    @drkatbun8566 3 года назад +8168

    "where are your legs?"
    "I haven't seen them in a while, they do write to me from time to time tho"

    • @burpiii
      @burpiii 3 года назад +96

      o yes this is some dark comedy shit

    • @ladypeiandtheclown5410
      @ladypeiandtheclown5410 3 года назад +190

      My legs are like my father........they “walked out on me” when I was born

    • @siennasolazzo4439
      @siennasolazzo4439 3 года назад +73

      “i didn’t get custody” 😔

    • @LordZuip
      @LordZuip 3 года назад +8

      Pewdiepie can relate

    • @mmyr8ado.360
      @mmyr8ado.360 3 года назад +8

      Tbh I thought that was Michael from VSauce at first.

  • @leewood729
    @leewood729 Год назад +791

    Actually, as a former surgical nurse, I was more curious about your hips. I can totally see how the rest of you that people are inordinately curious about, are complete and functional - I wonder about your operation and how much (if any) of the upper leg or socket was kept intact, or if you're literally sitting on your pelvis. Please ignore if this is too personal. You are a genuinely lovely, open person, and I'm sure when kids ask questions, you're - excuse the pun - completely straight with them.

    • @teas-party
      @teas-party Год назад +47

      underrated comment

    • @funfromabove9728
      @funfromabove9728 Год назад +6

      Same

    • @positivekern3417
      @positivekern3417 Год назад +18

      I wondered the same after the algorithm fed me this video and I thought "what a great dude". And then I watched a couple of other vids and the swimming video answered the torso length/ hip questions.

    • @justjoanna473
      @justjoanna473 10 месяцев назад +4

      Yes! I thought it was lower torso too, so that is why I was curious. Thank you so much for clearing the question up for us. Now, I too am wondering if they left upper bone in your legs. You are very brave and we are definitely not meaning any disrespect. I have a lot of respect for you! Thanks again.

    • @reneebrody5877
      @reneebrody5877 2 месяца назад +1

      Love your sense of humor and nice smile ❤😊

  • @kaimart795
    @kaimart795 7 дней назад +9

    I swear if i had a teacher like this at school who explains everything so clearly and engaging, my path would have been very different.

  • @allief2000
    @allief2000 3 года назад +4138

    I’ll never understand people’s fascination with how disabled people go to the bathroom. I’ve started saying “I don’t” and watching the reactions

    • @lisamariemary
      @lisamariemary 3 года назад +126

      Omg that's awesome! Love it. I used to give fake due dates, gender, etc etc "Are you pregnant?" "Are you sure?"

    • @OppositeofHATE7
      @OppositeofHATE7 3 года назад +280

      Well, there are a few things we as humans all do, eat sleep poop. These basic needs connect us as animals,so when we see a variation in those things we want to know how/why and we want to know if our fellow human is "alright".

    • @gorefieldluvr6921
      @gorefieldluvr6921 3 года назад +170

      @@OppositeofHATE7 yeah we wanna know by instinct but that does'nt mean it's appropriate to ask, or that disabled people owe others to explain their existance. Like sure people are curious and thats normal but it doesnt mean we're entitled to explinations about everything we're curious about.

    • @Anonymous-54545
      @Anonymous-54545 3 года назад +43

      @@gorefieldluvr6921 how is that the first thing someone thinks of though? i never think of the existence of bathroom stuff unless I'm doing it right that second or someone asks me where the bathroom is or whatever. also he's not missing his asshole LOL so what's the mystery

    • @trinity7135
      @trinity7135 3 года назад +25

      I agree. I feel like it’s such a weird thing to wonder let alone feel the need to ask.

  • @jessedubois1172
    @jessedubois1172 3 года назад +7847

    My main takeaway from this video is that legs make up way more of the human body than I realized they did.

    • @kryssy46
      @kryssy46 3 года назад +1397

      THIS.Because in my mind with how short his torso looked, I thought he was missing his pelvis or something as well...

    • @jagoldenpyrenees491
      @jagoldenpyrenees491 3 года назад +594

      Apparently we're approximately 50% LeG. I don't know what to do with this information.

    • @mitotakyrah9244
      @mitotakyrah9244 3 года назад +23

      Boom!!!🤯

    • @bribri9719
      @bribri9719 3 года назад +13

      facts

    • @TomikaKelly
      @TomikaKelly 3 года назад +92

      THIS!! ...and I actually took human anatomy in school. 😫

  • @natalierose3069
    @natalierose3069 2 года назад +695

    As a person with a disability, I appreciate that you spoke about how to properly ask about a person's disability and that although it is true that we are mostly all willing to answer questions there is a time and place. I also always enjoy your videos! You are awesome!! 😄

  • @Lambeh
    @Lambeh 6 дней назад +4

    I appreciate your willingness to be open and honest and use your unique physiology to educate people.

  • @Nellipusen
    @Nellipusen 3 года назад +4770

    "don't ask strangers details about their genitals and/or bathroom habits" are one of those things that really shouldn't be hard to grasp, and still...

    • @jadzia2098
      @jadzia2098 3 года назад +82

      Believe me, some people don't seem to understand. Have scoliosis and lordosis and how many times have i been asked about my sexuality....meaning : can i have sex and does it hurt? Well DUH! Shit it's my spine that's bent and it has nothing to do with my génitals.....can have sex like any other women out there and no, it doesn't hurt!!!🤪🤪🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @lilyblack1979
      @lilyblack1979 3 года назад +28

      @@jadzia2098 huh.. you sure it doesn‘t hurt? My back feels like breaking apart. After any type of physical activities, the next day I‘ll be paralyzed. Can‘t move at all.

    • @jadzia2098
      @jadzia2098 3 года назад +1

      @@lilyblack1979 nope.

    • @vladpintilei6204
      @vladpintilei6204 3 года назад +18

      why not, what's so spOooOoKY about asking how you shit lmao

    • @jadzia2098
      @jadzia2098 3 года назад +16

      @@vladpintilei6204 look, yes i do sit my behind on the toilett seat and yes, i dont do it any differently than you or any other women out there. Just pull my pants down and as i said i sit my behind on the seat and do my bussiness as usual and wipe down as same as others. My biggest problems is that some people ask and at time, some can get annoying and thankfully, its not all of them and yes it can get anyoing when you've been ask so many times before. Cause some dont seem to be able to grasps the fact some keep asking very rudely or while we are with family members or friends or a date. Im 57 and yeah, heard and seen some pretty weird stuff. All im asking is, please be discret and dont be annoyed if we dont answer all of your questions at this precise moment. Please be patient because that person may be new with his/her disabylity and that person may need time to work some things out and may not be comfortable with answering your questions. So please be patient with them cause they may still need to find their way and bearings.

  • @LunatheMoonDragon
    @LunatheMoonDragon 3 года назад +12954

    I love when people word the question as “where are your legs?” As if you still have them, you’re just hiding them somewhere LOL

    • @TheSylvirr
      @TheSylvirr 3 года назад +812

      "Oh damnit did I leave them in the closet again when I came out? WELL FUCK."

    • @whyamigae9666
      @whyamigae9666 3 года назад +123

      Lmao my auntie got one of her legs amputated and we visited her in hospital, and my mam said something about putting her special boot on the leg which was amputated. I don’t remember exactly what was said it’s been like 3 and a half years.

    • @mandy5313
      @mandy5313 3 года назад +107

      @Yeoubi I think they incinerate them.

    • @natevic1867
      @natevic1867 3 года назад +27

      People online are stupid as hell. It no longer surprises me

    • @sylviaparraz6963
      @sylviaparraz6963 3 года назад +113

      Dammit I left them in my other pants!

  • @WarlonWinterheart
    @WarlonWinterheart 2 года назад +576

    How easily do your aubergine or limes get squished accidentally when you're moving around? Thanks for funny and informative video!

    • @TuberoseKisser
      @TuberoseKisser 2 года назад +52

      Probably heavily padded

    • @kyidyl
      @kyidyl Год назад +45

      See, that's what I was wondering...

    • @JonTheJotter
      @JonTheJotter Год назад +14

      I was wondering this too 👀

    • @bargen0w
      @bargen0w Год назад +20

      Being in a wheelchair myself, ive squished my limes many times getting out of my wheelchair and accidentally landing on the back of my ankle

    • @JawsofFreedom
      @JawsofFreedom Год назад +9

      I expect that it’s similar to people with legs, you get used to making sure that you’re not going to squish them

  • @bearhugzfam649
    @bearhugzfam649 Год назад +42

    OMG YES I genuinely cried a little at your crash course in how to ask someone these questions. I'm autistic enough to be disabled by it and sometimes it's kind of obvious, I might talk to myself in public a bit too loudly, make strange noises (audio stimming) or move in a weird way (kinetic stimming) and I often wear disability lanyards and stuff to identify me as, yk, disabled, not just on meth. And I always welcome questions and I always say "just ask, we prefer the asking to those looks we get when people want to ask but don't know how" and I really really want to normalize "just ask"ing but also yeah it needs to be done in the right way and I appreciate that no everyone knows what the right way is (I didn't know myself until I watched a video similar to yours years ago).
    Also for people wondering yeah it counts for most sensitive subjects not just disability. If a dude walks up to me and says "hey this is gonna sound weird but can I ask you some questions about your experiences as a woman?" I'll probably say yes. Basically it's about informed consent, specifically giving the person you're talking to the ability to give informed consent for the sensitive conversation you want to have, or not. Like yeah sure kinda weird sometimes but hey if you're polite and I know what I'm getting myself into I'm probably gonna say yes just because you were polite about it, if someone randomly comes up to me and says "oh hey! I do that too! Are you autistic as well?!" it's different. I mean not for me 'cause I'm basically a Labrador in a human costume I'll b e friends with anyone but you know what I mean.

  • @iforgot8376
    @iforgot8376 3 года назад +2318

    "Where are your legs?"
    "Aw crap I left them in my other pants"

    • @learning.growing.1017
      @learning.growing.1017 3 года назад +35

      Right?! Like, how is he supposed to answer that? People man.

    • @tgbluewolf
      @tgbluewolf 3 года назад +21

      "I'm wearing pants/a skirt/shorts made out of the same stuff as Harry's invisibility cloak"

    • @mayarmshmsha957
      @mayarmshmsha957 3 года назад +2

      That's not funny !

    • @tgbluewolf
      @tgbluewolf 3 года назад +9

      @@mayarmshmsha957 I understand where you're coming from, but often dark humor is a survival tactic for people with a chronic condition.

    • @mayarmshmsha957
      @mayarmshmsha957 3 года назад +4

      @@tgbluewolf only when he makes a joke about it but others shouldn't do that

  • @brianalashawn4024
    @brianalashawn4024 3 года назад +2849

    “Gone 2, The Sequel” this man has such a great spirit. Idk how I got here, but he’s so pleasant to listen to.

    • @acecat5575
      @acecat5575 3 года назад +13

      Same, he was just in my recommended... I have no clue, but I am 'here for the punchlines' 😁

    • @Kippysnippy_89
      @Kippysnippy_89 3 года назад +3

      no same

    • @chrisrey0018
      @chrisrey0018 3 года назад +2

      Just heard him say it, why does this always happen to me LOL

    • @eeyo0ore
      @eeyo0ore 3 года назад

      This.

    • @dofroodorf7226
      @dofroodorf7226 3 года назад

      Yeah that’s

  • @taylorqueensbury170
    @taylorqueensbury170 2 года назад +268

    I was feeling terrible today. I have severe scoliosis and sometimes feel freakish and pitiful. You made me smile. So glad you showed up today ❤️

    • @julespeace684
      @julespeace684 2 года назад +3

      Same here Taylor Queensbury🤙🏽💜

    • @ThundermansThunder
      @ThundermansThunder 2 года назад +6

      I can relate, I feel that way with my back issues, scoliosis being a part of it, though I only have a slight curving, unlike my brother who has the old Harrington rods in his back from the 1980's. I also have ichthyosis vulgaris, a genetic skin disorder that causes very dry skin and bad scaling, so you can imagine what childhood comments I had to endure. I suffer with acute nerve pain from a car accident from over 20 years ago that is so bad I can do very little, let alone work. It is especially hard not being able to do the things with my children and young grandchildren that I had always expected that I would do, and that is the hardest, bitterest pill of all for me. But God is good, and has blessed me in other ways, as I am sure He has you. Life, itself, is such a gift, and is worth living for the joy that we can give and experience with each other! Hope that on this day you very happy and healthy!!!

    • @dorothybelcher4583
      @dorothybelcher4583 2 года назад +1

      I to have scolliosis, it's hard when u go dress shopping I am more
      comfortable in a size larger than needed. It was harder when I was younger but now that Im older I'M trying new things, and not as touchy about it when some one ask me. Thank u fore up up lifting aprorch on a touchy subject. Have a bless day.

    • @zuziiice8907
      @zuziiice8907 2 года назад +1

      Got scoliosis running through the family genes. My mom got it, my sister got it, i don't have any sign of it yet.

    • @ThundermansThunder
      @ThundermansThunder 2 года назад +1

      @@zuziiice8907 Thank God that you don't have, it can be brutal, as I am sure you already know!

  • @rebeccamd7903
    @rebeccamd7903 Год назад +129

    As someone born with an invisible heart defect and then had open heart surgery, I was never able to articulate my thoughts the way you just did. It was so hard explaining what happened because this surgery wasn’t common back in the 70’s and being a child with a freakishly large scar running down your body scared almost everyone. I just want to thank you for the words you spoke. They’re a gentle guiding light to navigate through the strange questions curious people ask.

  • @ChakraX2
    @ChakraX2 3 года назад +2566

    Okay, so he still has a waist. Honestly the shirt makes him only look like a torso. Hence the question

    • @scj7408
      @scj7408 3 года назад +20

      Isn’t a waist and a torso the same thing

    • @timmanning5206
      @timmanning5206 3 года назад +335

      I think they're saying that it looks like the pelvis is removed

    • @jordinagel1184
      @jordinagel1184 3 года назад +37

      @@scj7408 it depends on who you ask. For some, the torso is the human body minus the arms, legs, and head. For others, the waist/hips are a separate part. I’m honestly not sure which is scientifically correct

    • @ChaoticLifemaker
      @ChaoticLifemaker 3 года назад +136

      Yup. When he started showing Gone and Gone 2, i was convinced he wasn't just missing legs but also his pelvis and a good bit of organs. So yeah it looked to me he didnt even have parts of his intestines and i did wonder: how do you even take up nutrients, how do you pass stool, do you even make stool?
      Maybe its because his pecs and shoulders are so wide?

    • @emmid6756
      @emmid6756 3 года назад +149

      That's what I was thinking. Not sure if it's the tshirt or what but it looks to me like his body was cut off at the belly button.

  • @EloLeChan
    @EloLeChan 3 года назад +2932

    Him: "Oh the tip's not as big as I thought it would be"
    Me: 😏
    Him: 😏

  • @sexybl7
    @sexybl7 2 года назад +37

    Bravo. BRAVO!!! From someone who is also disabled, its great to see someone who not only explains their individual disability quirks, but also explains the boundaries of appropriate place to ask. Education help others understand. :)

  • @christiandoering2493
    @christiandoering2493 7 месяцев назад +4

    Thank you for so graciously explaining how questions from the abled people sometimes appear. I have an invisible disability and often get intrusive questions about my service dog. I don't handle them as well as you do. Thanks for your example.

  • @mthoma83
    @mthoma83 3 года назад +1907

    His personality, humor and HONESTY is so refreshing.

    • @viewer9680
      @viewer9680 3 года назад +10

      I agree

    • @taraakins8273
      @taraakins8273 3 года назад +13

      Cute as a bug.

    • @shawnlevel3095
      @shawnlevel3095 3 года назад +5

      Yes it is im so glad I stumbled on to his channel. Im a new fan! ☺😍💓💕

    • @tjscreativeworld5730
      @tjscreativeworld5730 3 года назад +3

      Funny guy

    • @SheerBibliophile
      @SheerBibliophile 3 года назад +3

      Omg totally 😂 I love the way he approached this. I definitely agree wholeheartedly that disabled people shouldn't have to deal with all that and the way he explained things made perfect sense in a non abrasive and honest approach.

  • @mimi4sure
    @mimi4sure 3 года назад +4636

    That’s crazy how strangers will walk up to you asking such private questions

    • @natashabusono4550
      @natashabusono4550 3 года назад +86

      ikr? absolutely rude :(

    • @jackcherbourg2899
      @jackcherbourg2899 3 года назад +79

      2 years ago, during Passover, I took my fam to Lancaster County, where we went on an authentic Amish buggy tour. Since it was Passover, most everybody there was Jewish. One fellow asked our buggy driver, "If we were to knock on an Amish family's door and ask to see an authentic Amish home, would they let us in?" I thought (but was not ridiculous enough to say aloud), "If some random stranger knocked on your door asking to see an authentic Jewish home, would you let him in?"
      Like our vlogger here, I would be fine if someone just came over and asked for something to drink or perhaps a snack and then, while munching away, said that s/he'd always been curious about the dynamics of Jewish families, but don't expect that somebody of a different culture will ever open up their own home as your personal museum tour.

    • @QuiltingCrow
      @QuiltingCrow 3 года назад +42

      I often get the feeling that with a handicap everyone can see, you are not believed to have private sphere. You'd be surprised by what strangers all say and want to know...

    • @steppenfuchs5608
      @steppenfuchs5608 3 года назад +27

      Some people are just more curious than polite (like a child). (Also the parasocial relationship a creator might play a role.) Might be better he addressed it than having people speculate. There should be no shame in bodily functions and no one wanted him literally filming himself pee.

    • @AMonteiro4
      @AMonteiro4 3 года назад +4

      So rude 😒 ugh

  • @gapdragon2008
    @gapdragon2008 Год назад +59

    Dude, I love your straightforward and truthful way you presented this. This came up randomly in my feed, and because I am an engineer, I was intrigued. Your light-hearted manner is quite appreciated. My daughter is in a wheelchair from a brain injury, and I get that questions coming from truly curious people are really OK. Thanks for the video.

  • @alicegoodman4544
    @alicegoodman4544 2 года назад +2

    Thank you , for living. We need people like you. Love is the only thing that never grow old.

  • @amelonnamedkate1400
    @amelonnamedkate1400 3 года назад +1581

    “The tip’s not as big as i thought it would be”
    **side eyes the camera**
    I LOST IT-

    • @mikeolithory898
      @mikeolithory898 3 года назад +5

      You lost what?

    • @bazzingo7860
      @bazzingo7860 3 года назад +9

      I read this as he said it lmao

    • @candycoatedreams
      @candycoatedreams 3 года назад +24

      I side eyed him and he side eyed the camera and I had to subscribe lol

    • @n3v3rs0ul7
      @n3v3rs0ul7 3 года назад +5

      I READ THAT AS HE SAID IT LMFAOOO

    • @nobodyanon
      @nobodyanon 3 года назад +4

      Same lmao and I was scrolling past this comment right as he said it and so I'm still cackling

  • @kateortiz3813
    @kateortiz3813 3 года назад +2068

    This man is half the size of most men and yet he's a bigger man than most men. Your confidence is aw inspiring. Hats off to you sir.

    • @NoNameTbh4
      @NoNameTbh4 3 года назад +9

      Very true

    • @SEATACx
      @SEATACx 3 года назад +11

      As a guy who considers himself a “man” I agree with this.

    • @jezusfreak1234
      @jezusfreak1234 3 года назад +9

      He said he's gay

    • @odetolala
      @odetolala 3 года назад +70

      @@jezusfreak1234 being gay doesn't make you any less of a man compared to other men.

    • @MrAFT0N1983
      @MrAFT0N1983 3 года назад +5

      So, so, sooooo true

  • @dreamerqueennotunderthemachine
    @dreamerqueennotunderthemachine 3 месяца назад +2

    I live with a mostly invisible but challenging and painful disability/systemic illness .. this randomly came up and you made me chuckle wildly and I needed it. Love your attitude and you! Thanks

  • @gerardpritchard657
    @gerardpritchard657 2 года назад +23

    There's nothing better than a sense of humor! As disabled people, we just can't make this stuff up 🤣 thank you for the lesson!

  • @kaashee
    @kaashee 3 года назад +842

    My God this man is strong. The way he dealt with society’s idiots is awesome.

    • @MasonMorris1204
      @MasonMorris1204 3 года назад +34

      Its not really peoples fault for thinking he doesnt have everything below a belly button, his shirt typically makes him look like he doesnt have anything, so they arent idiots. Just curious lol

    • @MasonMorris1204
      @MasonMorris1204 3 года назад +11

      @Seamus F whatever you say Seamun

    • @DReed1945
      @DReed1945 3 года назад +8

      @Seamus F if adults didn’t get answers when kids, they’ll have the same questions. No difference. It’s all about how it’s done and where and all that. Nothing wrong with that. You’re way too negative.

    • @gglopez4018
      @gglopez4018 3 года назад +2

      He is awsum!! Its actually nobody's buisness. Exactly how he expressed at the end on how to and when to ask anyone about there disability.. He is actually sharing and educating and that is his choice. More power to you!! Blessings

    • @MasonMorris1204
      @MasonMorris1204 3 года назад

      @@gglopez4018 ok spud

  • @ZamFam
    @ZamFam 2 года назад +2660

    I think the reason this question is asked so often is because of the length of your body (for lack of a better term/description). It looks as if your body ends at mid-torso or just end the bellybutton. That gives the illusion that anything below the bellybutton is missing.
    Thank you for so willingly and graciously answering this any other questions that come your way. What an inspiration you are to everyone. There is nothing better in a man (with or without legs, eggplant, limes or peach) than a sense of humor.

    • @kaitlyncleary3424
      @kaitlyncleary3424 2 года назад +150

      Yess. This is my thought as well. As in I believe he doesn't have any "junk" cause of where his body ends

    • @evastickler3298
      @evastickler3298 2 года назад +177

      I think it’s probably due to atrophy of muscles that would be anchored into lower limbs and added bulk to those for the upper limbs and torso that give the illusion of his body ending mid torso. It’s surprising how many muscles the body uses to move your legs, and how those muscles and those bones they anchor to contribute to body shape.

    • @tootmetoota
      @tootmetoota 2 года назад +221

      Yeah, I wrongly assumed he didn’t have a pelvis. This explains so much.

    • @PeninsulaPaintings
      @PeninsulaPaintings 2 года назад +119

      It made sense, but I'm still wondering if resting upright (standing) puts pressure on his genitals at all since they would be the lowest point on his body.

    • @lasskinn474
      @lasskinn474 2 года назад +49

      Yea the optical illusion makes it look like its photoshopped mid stomach when theres no 'pants'

  • @terryenby2304
    @terryenby2304 2 года назад +13

    Thank you. I’m disabled too, and usually I just want to get on with my day, not answer 20 questions about my crutches before I have even left the first shop… it’s okay to ask questions politely, but it’s also okay to hear “no” and “sort I’m busy right now” as responses.
    Especially when being disabled makes us extra vulnerable, and I have personally had people get really aggressive when I tried to politely explain I was busy… it’s scary!

  • @hannahkirchner1656
    @hannahkirchner1656 2 года назад +2

    I think the question is that even though he has a pelvis, people don't see it. So it's confusing. It's super that he answered the question. People often have no common sense. I couldn't imagine asking a person personal information without knowing them deeply. Treat everyone with respect and caution. Good answer.

  • @latashahoward3943
    @latashahoward3943 3 года назад +9031

    Thank you for being so transparent with us. You're never obligated to answer anyone's questions. I love your channel.

    • @Spencer2TheWest
      @Spencer2TheWest  3 года назад +894

      So nice of you!

    • @bigbulk688
      @bigbulk688 3 года назад +33

      @@Spencer2TheWest You probably have to reinvent the wheel for yourself for all those things that we have taken for granted. But at so many other levels, your life is extremely interesting. Awesome.

    • @lisamariemary
      @lisamariemary 3 года назад +1

      @@Spencer2TheWest 😋😉🤣

    • @alanaterrel9914
      @alanaterrel9914 3 года назад +4

      Then there is no point in having a channel and people would stop watch, he should expect people would be curious

    • @bigbulk688
      @bigbulk688 3 года назад +49

      @@alanaterrel9914 So Alana how do you go to the bathroom? Just curious.

  • @appIesaoCe
    @appIesaoCe 3 года назад +977

    Ok but can we talk about how cool he is and super funny 😄

    • @1cjadefox
      @1cjadefox 3 года назад +1

      Sorry to disappoint you but this man isn't in any pain, nor is he miserable. I think we know who is though.

    • @johnnyblack612
      @johnnyblack612 3 года назад +2

      he is like sparks comverted into a man

    • @arzellasimmons1987
      @arzellasimmons1987 3 года назад +3

      I think you are soooo nice to answer these questions that people have THE AUDACITY TO ASK!! I WOUKD JUST TELL THEM NONE OF YOUR #*##! BUSINESS.....OH, and excuse my French!

    • @vi4670
      @vi4670 3 года назад

      @@johnnyblack612 what you said is amazing! I agree with you

    • @TheSapphireLeo
      @TheSapphireLeo 3 года назад

      Nobody add anymore likes. It's PURRfect.

  • @koraoyadondon5142
    @koraoyadondon5142 Год назад +51

    I love this guys positive and open attitude to answering these questions and educating everyone, it really gives me a whole new perspective on people who have to live with these disabilities.

  • @judysalisbury3363
    @judysalisbury3363 2 года назад +57

    You're very patient to explain how and when others should ask questions even though it's sad others don't already know this. Keep on keepin on.

  • @MeredithForReal
    @MeredithForReal 3 года назад +2574

    "I'm not here to be a teaching moment for you every single day every hour of my life." YES!!

    • @eora5142
      @eora5142 3 года назад +55

      What people often fail to realize is that if when you see/meet a disabled/different person you go to them and ask about their situation/make a comment about them, that is a few minutes of your life. But if every person the disabled/different person meets does that, can you imagine what their life becomes? How frustrating it is to continually hear the same comments around you or to continually have to answer questions?
      Some people might have a natural inclination to teaching and sharing, but some others might well not! Don't make someone's life more difficult that it is to satisfy your curiosity, unless you have the impression they might appreciate your interest or you wouldn't be able to find this sort of information anywhere else and you're dying to know and you can think of a nice, tactful, not imposing way to ask! Even though I assure you there's plenty of people on the internet willing to share about their lives to help other people understand. Maybe more willing that the random person you meet just going on with their lives on the street 😉

    • @Doc_McStuffins
      @Doc_McStuffins 3 года назад +13

      As a black person, I feel that. I feel like screaming the same thing every day. So preach! Say it louder for the people in the back! 💙

    • @eora5142
      @eora5142 3 года назад +9

      @@thenightporter yes, of course some of these questions are just straight up rude and produced by morbid curiosity rather than true desire to understand how someone's else lives!
      My sister is a redhead while everyone else in the family had dark hair, and my mother was asked by several random stranger "what did the father think". I mean, how can you ask such a question?! So really, the concept of people making absurdly intruding questions is not so foreign to me.
      I just pointed out how even the more kindly expressed, genuinely curious and well-meaning questions could have in the longer run a negative effect and that we should all consider before asking 😉

    • @Doc_McStuffins
      @Doc_McStuffins 3 года назад +3

      @@gordythecat people are unreal. I'm sorry.

    • @Cheray_
      @Cheray_ 3 года назад

      @@Doc_McStuffins Ditto 💜

  • @xtrastrengthsassx1269
    @xtrastrengthsassx1269 3 года назад +2289

    When he said, “Aw, the tip’s not as big as I thought it would be” about the marker after talking about the male anatomy, I automatically went “😈” on the inside, and then HE DID IT, and I was won over immediately

    • @noelynponce8045
      @noelynponce8045 3 года назад +17

      Same here. My people 😩😂

    • @ErinYell
      @ErinYell 3 года назад +5

      Same🤣

    • @RyanGarlandCovers
      @RyanGarlandCovers 3 года назад +20

      Yea same isnt that funny how we operate as humans. We decide so quickly whether or not we like someone

    • @madgemackles4337
      @madgemackles4337 3 года назад +1

      So he wasn’t being “smart”

    • @chaos6687
      @chaos6687 3 года назад +7

      Same😈😂

  • @lundsweden
    @lundsweden 2 года назад +2

    I don't know why this video was recommended to me, but I'm glad I watched it. I wish I had your personality and positive dispostition!

  • @michaelbrolly7865
    @michaelbrolly7865 Год назад +33

    This was just suggested for me, and I loved this video. Your patience with others is admirable. Seeing how you interact with the people you’re joking with and educating gives me a contagious smile and gives me hope in our fellow humans

  • @CANCELMEE
    @CANCELMEE 3 года назад +1354

    The way he looked back at the camera after saying “the tip wasn’t as big as I thought it would be” was priceless.

    • @phoenixmoon9116
      @phoenixmoon9116 3 года назад +19

      😂😂😂 yes, I thought so too

    • @ParisfromTexas
      @ParisfromTexas 3 года назад +21

      That little giggle too 😂

    • @surgeon2b
      @surgeon2b 3 года назад +5

      Right!

    • @crystalbritt4546
      @crystalbritt4546 3 года назад +3

      Listen. I was wheezing😭😭😭😭

    • @rhianongingerich1139
      @rhianongingerich1139 3 года назад +8

      The look too. Definitely priceless. First time watching his videos and I adore him.

  • @thatanonwholurksmoar7386
    @thatanonwholurksmoar7386 3 года назад +2833

    I'm not sure why I was expecting him to say "Vsauce here" at that intro.

    • @carschmn
      @carschmn 3 года назад +4

      Or welcome us to mega projects.

    • @milesfann33
      @milesfann33 3 года назад +54

      He looks like Michael from Vsauce and Adam Ragusea (the cooking guy) combined.

    • @danielkochanicek6906
      @danielkochanicek6906 3 года назад +11

      Vsauce 0.5 ... yo dark stuff

    • @ugleecat
      @ugleecat 3 года назад +3

      Same

    • @theonionqueen3519
      @theonionqueen3519 3 года назад +3

      SAME.

  • @ychaps
    @ychaps 2 года назад +1

    I don't know why this popped up into my feed, but it was impossible to ignore.. I admire your attitude...you put some of the rest of us to shame.

  • @lebitsolebeseromo4682
    @lebitsolebeseromo4682 7 дней назад +1

    First of all, you make a very good professor, thank you for the lessons.
    I really understand how you feel when people see you the first thing they want to do is bombard you with their curious questions. We still have a long way to go as humans

  • @elvingearmasterirma7241
    @elvingearmasterirma7241 3 года назад +1783

    "Where are my legs."
    That makes it sound like people think you like pop them off and store them in a cupboard somewhere

    • @AfroKing.
      @AfroKing. 3 года назад +16

      Well some people pop off their legs before bed so there's that

    • @pennyw2226
      @pennyw2226 3 года назад +19

      “WHERE ARE THE LEGS, SPENCER? I KNOW YOU HAVE THEM!”

    • @Somelikeitthrift
      @Somelikeitthrift 3 года назад +1

      Some people do

    • @builderbbob
      @builderbbob 3 года назад

      XD

  • @giovanap.6708
    @giovanap.6708 3 года назад +1181

    This guy is one of the nicest people I've ever found on the internet. Like, he's completely straightforward, but in a very polite and respectful and understanding way, and he's also very charismatic. I'm literally amazed by his personality.

    • @Laura-jx7il
      @Laura-jx7il 3 года назад +8

      Same this is the first video of him i watched and i already love him!

    • @DL-rl9bd
      @DL-rl9bd 3 года назад +4

      Agreed. The phrase, “It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it”, comes to mind.

    • @dinamulic6
      @dinamulic6 3 года назад +2

      Completely. One super cool guy.

    • @wisico640
      @wisico640 3 года назад +2

      He's great!

  • @onieni9779
    @onieni9779 Год назад +1

    It's called common decency and awareness. It's easy for people to ask a question, but it's much harder when the person being curious about the other doesn't take them as a individual into account, especially in person. It's more for their general questions being answered than finding common ground. It can be accidental or in other cases not, but either way it makes said individual just feel some type of "wtf just happened" or feeling just irritated. I love your videos man! Also, it was pretty funny how you represented everything, while still being quite enthusiastic. Don't change!

  • @courageouscarla1804
    @courageouscarla1804 Год назад +1

    YES!!!!!!! Such an eloquent breakdown boundaries. Bravo! As a wheelchair user, I appreciate you.

  • @rse1113
    @rse1113 3 года назад +688

    Get I get 10% of this guy's charisma and personality? He seems like he's great to be around and doesn't let petty shit get to him.

    • @collfoxley2658
      @collfoxley2658 3 года назад +4

      My feelings exactly

    • @Globbs
      @Globbs 3 года назад +4

      @@markbuckles6609 lmao you let it get to you huh?

    • @latanyahall300
      @latanyahall300 3 года назад +1

      @@Globbs Lmao 🤣

  • @h0rriphic
    @h0rriphic 3 года назад +1145

    This man puts us all to shame. Imagine being such a graceful person. He’s amazing.

    • @fatonyalmitchell3281
      @fatonyalmitchell3281 3 года назад +12

      He don't put me to shame 🤷‼️ however I do like him

    • @DiligoBarba
      @DiligoBarba 3 года назад +4

      He didn't put me to shame he put you to shame because you're weak-minded!

    • @h0rriphic
      @h0rriphic 3 года назад +16

      Uh, if you actually felt the need to type out “he DiDnt put ME to sHamE” ...😬 👍 think about it. It shouldn’t get under your skin, especially since it’s clearly not intended to. It’s a comment, intended to lift someone deserving, up.
      Everything isn’t about you.

    • @AlyviaAshley
      @AlyviaAshley 3 года назад +6

      @@h0rriphic agreed very bizarre reaction. hence why he puts us to shame.

    • @h0rriphic
      @h0rriphic 3 года назад +3

      @@AlyviaAshley “Bizarre” is a perfect adjective to describe someone with the desire to one up a guy with no legs! 👌👍
      “Pathetic” and “asshole” also work... 🙄😅

  • @Tourettes0
    @Tourettes0 2 года назад +15

    everything you said in this video is perfectly clear, elegant, and professional. yet, you still keep everything light-hearted and easy to understand. you seem like an awesome person to hang out with and a great friend. you even delivered a message about some things that should be common sense, but unfortunately are not always that way. this was so helpful those who are genuinely curious, as well as other folks with disabilities who experience similar questions and curiosities daily from people around them. you have a calming presence to your personality and have a natural way of making people feel welcome. thank you for your channel and thank you for being a fantastic human being. ☮️💟

  • @lankyjuggler
    @lankyjuggler Год назад +2

    Your charisma is off the charts, love it

  • @IamCree
    @IamCree 3 года назад +2040

    I love how he was so gracious about setting boundaries and reminding people that just because someone is different, that doesn't mean they're a continual teaching moment for people's ignorance or unconsidered curiosity.

    • @GwendolynSnow
      @GwendolynSnow 3 года назад +28

      People need to hear this!! Special ed teacher here!

    • @amethyst1826
      @amethyst1826 2 года назад +7

      IamCree
      Have you watched 'Sabia and Loren'?
      Loren is in the same boat, he had an accident that took away his legs when he was about 17/18. He's about 21 now.

    • @agquaproductions9361
      @agquaproductions9361 2 года назад +8

      Exactly, seriously. 😑 I am so annoyed with people.

    • @honeybee2356
      @honeybee2356 2 года назад +1

      Exactly! God bless

    • @Carmen-hc5ov
      @Carmen-hc5ov 2 года назад +4

      @@amethyst1826 yes I follow them . I’ve never seen this man .but Loren has no pelvic area , his missing a lot more

  • @malena1329
    @malena1329 3 года назад +1315

    this man has the nicest aura i have ever seen.. god how is he so welcoming

    • @annisaindahreza2100
      @annisaindahreza2100 3 года назад +13

      I kniw right. The way he spoke is clearly tell he is more confident than any other normal people might be

    • @shellshockedmummy6265
      @shellshockedmummy6265 3 года назад +7

      He has sooo much personality. Funny. Wit and sarcasm on 1000 in the funniest way. Reminds me of my friends.

    • @longestfuneralever
      @longestfuneralever 3 года назад +1

      What is an aura?.

    • @codydagg2259
      @codydagg2259 3 года назад +1

      Immediats sub just based off what you said and what I saw.

    • @codydagg2259
      @codydagg2259 3 года назад +2

      @@longestfuneralever Basically the vibe you give off. Or to say when you meet someone, it's the impression your brain is getting of said person. Like when someone you meet, you get a bad feeling or when you meet someone you feel safe around them.

  • @edantas
    @edantas Год назад +1

    I smiled throughout the whole explanation, what a charismatic dude

  • @amihodges4899
    @amihodges4899 2 месяца назад +1

    I just want to say thank you for you bravery and openness. As someone with a disability, I am always willing to teach others about my condition, but am never sure how to ask questions. Your segment at the end about appropriate asking times and ways to approach someone made perfect sense to me and I thank you for that because I really needed that. Please have an awesome day.

  • @gracecadet3244
    @gracecadet3244 3 года назад +1079

    "Ohhh, the tip's not as big as I thought it would be."
    **draMATic over-the-shoulder glance**
    That's it, I love you already. 😂😂😂💜

    • @amberlynn8591
      @amberlynn8591 2 года назад +13

      😂😂😂that one reeled me in, I was gonna say the same but you beat me to it!

    • @its.alix23
      @its.alix23 2 года назад +2

      Bruh almost same pfp

    • @its.alix23
      @its.alix23 2 года назад +2

      I have had my pfp like this since I joined yt

    • @Pinklady7529
      @Pinklady7529 2 года назад +4

      Omg EXACTLY!!!!❤❤❤

    • @daniellemerriweather-mcdan7483
      @daniellemerriweather-mcdan7483 2 года назад +5

      I snorted when he looked over his shoulder

  • @amayahunter4939
    @amayahunter4939 3 года назад +1759

    It’s disgusting that people would think it’s appropriate to approach someone and ask them personal questions in public 🙄. I’m so sorry he had to go threw that

    • @dungeonrunn3r414
      @dungeonrunn3r414 3 года назад +62

      through*

    • @mmc1086
      @mmc1086 3 года назад +12

      People do this to everyone, we have to ignore the jerks.

    • @sofiamorton1807
      @sofiamorton1807 3 года назад +30

      @@mmc1086 i thought u were talking about the grammar correction LMAO

    • @carly582
      @carly582 3 года назад +2

      @@sofiamorton1807 same 😂😂😂😂

    • @Saladfngrs999
      @Saladfngrs999 3 года назад +13

      Some people are just oblivious and curious. I don't think that most of the time they mean I'll will towards a person.

  • @LordofFullmetal
    @LordofFullmetal 2 года назад +5

    I love how creative and funny this was lol. I also love how good-humoured you are about answering what are honestly some really invasive questions, that you have every right to refuse to answer - you're so chill. I don't know that I'd be as chill as you are, if I were in your position. Respect.

  • @damonotdavid2815
    @damonotdavid2815 2 года назад +5

    You're one hell of a person, and I admire your demeanor towards life. Your openness and want to properly explain your situation is very admirable, and to do it with such utter kindness and humility is amazing! I hope your life is full of joy ❤❤❤

  • @sarahyoung4166
    @sarahyoung4166 2 года назад +1077

    As a disabled woman I really appreciate your sense of humor and sunny attitude. May you live long and prosper.
    Blessings

  • @oxar1122
    @oxar1122 3 года назад +1315

    This video randomly showed up in my recommended, and while I have no idea why, I'm glad it did. This man is so charming and funny! And then on top of that he's taking it upon himself to educate people about life with disability and people who have them, and I really appreciate that.

  • @mz_emjay
    @mz_emjay Год назад +9

    I love the part about appropriate time to ask questions. It's a sad world where tact and boundaries are often not just forgotten but were sometimes never present. Thank you for such an informative vid and delivering with such a great attitude.

  • @Sviani8
    @Sviani8 2 года назад +13

    As a fellow person with physical disabilities, I absolutely love this video. You hit the points right on! I love that you chose to educate! 🤟

  • @Zvox
    @Zvox 3 года назад +354

    i'm disabled. i have osteogenesis imperfecta. i'm REALLY glad you added that point at the end, because the number of times i've had complete strangers come up to me randomly at the bus stop or on the street or in bars and ask me completely inappropriate, disrespectful, and rude questions is just insane.
    if you see me at the bus stop with headphones on, or you see me engaged in a conversation with a friend at a bar, for the love of god please do not interrupt me or make me take my headphones off to say something like "what's wrong with you" or "are you a midget or a dwarf" or "does your dick work?". yes, i have had strangers in bars interrupt me to ask me about my penis. don't do that.

    • @Mii4210
      @Mii4210 3 года назад +21

      Wow, I’m so sorry some people are insensitive and/or unable to word things in a more sincere way about their curiosity. I have POTS and work with a service dog so I understand this situation all too well

    • @ChonkyCats
      @ChonkyCats 3 года назад +1

      I've probably been rude in a form, I went to a haunted house attraction, and I was staring intensely at a guy who was carrying another guy around, the man carrying the one guy around sets him on a table, and the dude looked like the guy in this video. ( These weren't people apart of the haunted house, just visitors like me. ) But I couldn't stop glancing at the guy, I never approached him. But I was dying to ask how it happened.

    • @Zvox
      @Zvox 3 года назад +11

      @@ChonkyCats staring is pretty shitty. it would have been far more polite to just walk up and say something like "hey, i'm terribly sorry if i'm bothering you, but i'm really curious about your disability, do you mind talking about it?" rather than just creepily staring from afar.
      i can't speak for every disabled person, but i can always feel someone staring at me and it doesn't feel good. i'd much prefer talking about it as long as the person approaching me isn't an asshole. but i'm a dirty punk rock weirdo on top of being smol and disabled, so i guess i'm extra unapproachable tbh. which is ironic because i'm pretty gregarious lmao.

    • @ChonkyCats
      @ChonkyCats 3 года назад +2

      @@Zvox it was nighttime at a haunted house, the guy probably would have been extra edgy if someone came up to talk to him. I imagine him saying something like "What you think I'm apart of the attraction? Buzz off before I beat you silly with my ripped arms"

    • @TheMetroDetroiter
      @TheMetroDetroiter 3 года назад +2

      I'm so sorry people are so rude to you. Take care 🧡💛💚💙❤️

  • @Unknown-tl5ts
    @Unknown-tl5ts 3 года назад +789

    this man is so kind and his vibe is so welcoming. He’s so honest and open with everyone.

  • @user-pt1cz4ot1e
    @user-pt1cz4ot1e 2 года назад +1

    I’m just thrilled you draw your people the way I draw people. 💪🏻

  • @seekeroflight85
    @seekeroflight85 Год назад +3

    I really respect how open you are and welcoming to educate us. I also love that you were so sincere and honest about what’s appropriate and what’s not. You did a phenomenal job. Thank you for it all

  • @ingloriousMachina
    @ingloriousMachina 3 года назад +610

    "The tip's not as big as I thought it would be"
    *yeah we were both thinking it*

    • @popsicko6493
      @popsicko6493 3 года назад +44

      That part, along with the face he made, just took me out 😂

    • @sheenamo
      @sheenamo 3 года назад +8

      ...that's what she said!!!🤣

    • @michellejarvis7878
      @michellejarvis7878 3 года назад +1

      So it wasn't just me! 😂😂😂😂

    • @taraakins8273
      @taraakins8273 3 года назад +2

      Buhahaha

    • @mercurydude
      @mercurydude 3 года назад

      @@sheenamo I was expecting him to say it, but then he both did and didn't. He said it with his FACE!

  • @CeliaNightstep
    @CeliaNightstep 3 года назад +971

    "I can sit on the toilet seat, and I dont fall in." What is your secret? I have legs and I still fall in....

  • @kaymarl650
    @kaymarl650 2 года назад +13

    Wow, don’t know why this came to my attention but you are amazing and I love your honesty and great way of letting people know how things are with you.

  • @Inzoum
    @Inzoum Год назад +1

    I’m having a hard time accepting that people can be this intrusive to people with disabilities. It’s pretty obvious your basic daily bodily functions are A-OK, else you wouldn’t be this healthy and autonomous… I don’t see the need to ask, but I understand the curiosity. Mostly, I think it’s more about boundaries and context than anything else; points you’ve made abundantly clear while also showing great respect to those who deem relevant to cross said boundaries outside of an appropriate context. I have nothing but admiration for the patience and maturity you’ve shown through this video, and hope you’ll get a bit of a break from these questions afterwards. Keep on producing great content!

  • @leboblack
    @leboblack 3 года назад +673

    This guy is the definition of an individual that’s cool asf

  • @peytondagenais479
    @peytondagenais479 3 года назад +641

    "I'm not about to start an only fans account." This guy is just too good.

  • @twentyfivecents
    @twentyfivecents Год назад +1

    I love your energy and how you’re educating other people who may not understand or curiously inquire about your daily life. You do it in a positive, informative and respectful way! Not to mention, the occasional humor is a plus. I hope you’re doing well!! 🙏🏽💕

  • @robinellsworth
    @robinellsworth 2 года назад +1

    You are incredibly kind and you did not need to answer these questions, but you still did. Thank you for your patience and bravery in answering these questions!

  • @radiantrenee406
    @radiantrenee406 3 года назад +908

    This was done so nice. He touched on everything without being vulgar and disgusting. Take note people

    • @gravesidepoet5405
      @gravesidepoet5405 3 года назад +18

      Now if only everyone in the comment section could use a similar approach by appreciating him without committing social genocide on everyone else.

    • @peterjohnson2793
      @peterjohnson2793 3 года назад +4

      Does he smoosh his egg plant when he walks?

    • @ingefallang6762
      @ingefallang6762 3 года назад +1

      @@peterjohnson2793 This is my question as well. Does it need to be moved out of the way? Is there any extra protection needed? I'm not a guy, so I don't know how it all works normally. Maybe there's no issue. 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @tylerl4768
    @tylerl4768 3 года назад +472

    1:00 I have no clue who this dude is or why he was on my recommended, but he just earned so much of my respect

  • @EducationalSinkCat
    @EducationalSinkCat Год назад +1

    Thank you for this. I can’t imagine how difficult it is to get asked such a personal question all the time. I’m sorry you have to deal with that, but appreciate your openness and willingness to answer it here!

  • @jazz2012
    @jazz2012 2 года назад +2

    I love you and your humour. The world needs more people like you and if we did we'd be in a much better place. Thanks for the lesson, it was fabulous.

  • @seanpaterson6395
    @seanpaterson6395 3 года назад +1096

    “oh the tips not as big as i thought it would be” *biggest side glance ever*

    • @Shyknit
      @Shyknit 3 года назад +17

      Lol he was so smooth

    • @seanpaterson6395
      @seanpaterson6395 3 года назад +1

      @@carolsanz2625 lmao true

    • @Meka-Tee
      @Meka-Tee 3 года назад +7

      It was at this moment I hit the like button and pressed rewind to laugh again

    • @subhub637
      @subhub637 3 года назад +1

      @@Meka-Tee off topic but ur so pretty!!

    • @Meka-Tee
      @Meka-Tee 3 года назад +2

      @@subhub637 thank you

  • @teyjahxaveriss6270
    @teyjahxaveriss6270 3 года назад +723

    My grandpa was runover by a train, that he used to "ride" to school. He miraculously didn't die but lost both legs, and somehow lived to tell the tale. He did have his wooden and then his aluminum prosthetics, farmed, raised 12 kids, 2 wars and the dustbowl years who knows what else! Always use my ancestors example as a source of strength and resourcefulness in my disability struggles. You are an excellent ancestor to someone

    • @persephonecarchella1044
      @persephonecarchella1044 3 года назад +26

      Tell me you’re a witch without telling me you’re a witch

    • @diane9247
      @diane9247 3 года назад +30

      What a lovely thing to say..."You are an excellent ancestor to someone." 💕

    • @shinebabyshine.
      @shinebabyshine. 3 года назад +3

      🙌🏽💕👪

    • @versatile9239
      @versatile9239 3 года назад +16

      @Saucy Boy I was waiting for someone to ask lmao
      Let ya boi explain..
      So witches, pagans, and many many many cultures follow tradition in the form of anscestor veneration. (Which honestly ima be straight up every black person should be venerating, thanking, and giving praise to their anscestors. Known AND UNKNOWN.
      For your anscestors are those in your bloodline that came before you, and without them you wouldn't be here and in other words, They are you. Empowering them, means empowering yourself as well as those on the other side.
      Hope this was eye opening❤
      (Also about the disabled guy being an anscestor, ion think you can be an anscestor and be currently living, you'd have to die to be considered and anscestor, soo descendant, until death.)

    • @versatile9239
      @versatile9239 3 года назад +22

      @Saucy Boy I was just answering the question bc you seemed like you wanted to know.
      But so as long as you understand the principal of what I'm taking about, why trip? That's lowkey just a sad projection of your ego lmao, ppl use short-hand and slang all the time. it's YT not damn ENG 111
      Just bc something may not be "proper" according to some system you grew up using doesn't mean you can't find some use in it but iight

  • @OllieOxyn
    @OllieOxyn Год назад

    Thank you! I had no clue who you were before this but I always want to understand different perspectives, and knowing how to properly ask quiestions and try not to be weird or rude about it is a really big thing. Thank you, and I hope you have a nice day!

  • @kasey9067
    @kasey9067 2 года назад

    I randomly came across your video just now and I'm so glad I watched it. You have a beautiful attitude about life and I find you charming. I love your positivity and you have an infectious smile! I need those kinds of things right now, so thank you Spencer... you're a light in the world.❤️😺

  • @agquaproductions9361
    @agquaproductions9361 2 года назад +402

    His sense of humor is hilarious. “Legally it’s just not possible for me to show you.” 💀💀💀

  • @thenamecarl910
    @thenamecarl910 3 года назад +434

    “Gone two, the sequel” I’m dying💀

  • @mjlavallee2609
    @mjlavallee2609 Год назад +3

    Great clarity on the appropriate interaction with a person with different abilities. On the one hand, I’m horrified that anyone would actually approach you to ask you anything personal without knowing you, on the other hand, I appreciate the willingness to spread awareness when they do.

  • @monicariske
    @monicariske 2 года назад +1

    This was the first video I have seen from you. Thank you for sharing. As a woman with no disabilities, I may speak for a majority, when I say that I would also not know how to handle answering or even asking questions. Thank you, very much, for your explanation and giving awareness. 🥰

  • @chronic_payne5669
    @chronic_payne5669 3 года назад +284

    I don’t know how I ended up here with a man explaining how he poops, using fruit and a Swifter sweeper handle, but I’m here for it.

  • @naaannii1988
    @naaannii1988 3 года назад +461

    “The tip’s not as big as I thought it would be”
    *looks into the camera*
    I love you 😩

    • @amberlynn8591
      @amberlynn8591 2 года назад +6

      SAME! I think I'm in love☺

    • @b.1162
      @b.1162 2 года назад +2

      Gone 2: The Sequel - This video is a treasure trove I swear

    • @VashtiPerry
      @VashtiPerry 2 года назад

      😂

  • @gracetorino
    @gracetorino Год назад +1

    Hi! I’m Grace. I love your videos. Not only are you very positive and have good vibes, you bring awareness to the reality of living with a disability. You show how aside from a few modifications , you live a happy healthy , fulfilled life. Thank you for your openness and your truly awesome personality.❤️

  • @zelda4lifeschramm
    @zelda4lifeschramm 2 года назад +1

    Your so witty and have such a warm personality.Thanks for sharing, I never really thought about it or found myself curious until your video was suggested.So again, thanks for filling in the blanks

  • @skylarpeterson3488
    @skylarpeterson3488 3 года назад +536

    K so what i got from this video:
    •You have a really short torso
    •ur funny yet you are smart
    •people ask really personal questions
    •and you explain things way better than all my school teachers

    • @lemon1657
      @lemon1657 3 года назад +13

      That's the part I don't get either. His torso seems too short to hold his lower vital organs and intestines. It seems to end around his belly button, not his hips. From his explanation, he has pelvic bones and his legs are gone at the joints. I'm still confused but so be it. He's quite amazing.

    • @m.8198
      @m.8198 3 года назад +6

      @@lemon1657 That is because he is resting/ sitting on his ribcage which is why the rest of his upper body isn't visible.
      (I have found a video form 3 years ago where he explained how he swims without legs and he propped himself up and in that moment you could clearly see his stomach. After that he lowered himself back down on his ribcage which is why i am assuming that this is how he usually sits/rests. Correct me if i am wrong please

    • @lemon1657
      @lemon1657 3 года назад

      @@m.8198 Thanks, you're right. I saw the video now. It's quite extraordinary and he's so cheerful despite any obstacle. Wish we could all be so positive.

  • @achanwahn
    @achanwahn 2 года назад +610

    I can understand the curiosity. When he sits the way his body (for lack of a better word) “collapses” seems like he is missing everything from the waist down. It doesn’t appear there are hips or anything. It makes his torso seem so small.

    • @sharity3289
      @sharity3289 2 года назад +19

      Yes, that's what I was thinking. I thought he was similar to another man named Loren, who has a YT channel called, Loren and Sabia (or maybe it was vice versa?). Edit: it's Sabia and Loren.

    • @M4th3u54ndr4d3
      @M4th3u54ndr4d3 2 года назад +32

      Yeah, that's why people think that he doesn't have that private parts

    • @4saken404
      @4saken404 2 года назад +48

      Waist down, hell. It legit looks like his whole body ends just below his ribs.

    • @deepthrought
      @deepthrought 2 года назад +2

      @@sharity3289 i don't think that Loren is the same. I mean he wasn't like that when he was born, he had a car accident that lead to his current situation.

    • @No-tw6qj
      @No-tw6qj 2 года назад +5

      It's amazing and how much of our vertical selves is legs and feet

  • @donnaturnbull1190
    @donnaturnbull1190 2 года назад +1

    Brave and well spoken. Not that it is anyone's business. Kind of you to be so kind to the nosey parkers.

  • @lilyt5855
    @lilyt5855 2 года назад

    Bless your heart, you are so tolerant! I'm a teacher, so I get my share of inappropriately personal questions from kids, but I can't imagine the vast amount you must get (and worse, many not from children but adults who should know better). I'm so glad you're able to have a sense of humor about it!

  • @CrymsonNite
    @CrymsonNite 3 года назад +330

    I don't know why I was recommended this, but the only reason I would be confused is that your torso doesn't look long enough to include the pelvis.

    • @The83MoonsOfSaturn
      @The83MoonsOfSaturn 3 года назад +10

      same-

    • @sweetdreamz4202000
      @sweetdreamz4202000 3 года назад +11

      Right? Like where?

    • @sapphicaswell9066
      @sapphicaswell9066 3 года назад +32

      i kind of would like if he just showed us where his belly button is so that i can make sense of the proportions. like fully clothed just put a finger where the belly button is

    • @lincdie1245
      @lincdie1245 3 года назад +13

      I think it's because he's "laying" on his belly area, but because he's got a shirt covering him, it looks like he's just balancing on his rib cage area.

    • @catc8927
      @catc8927 3 года назад +16

      Due to his condition (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caudal_regression_syndrome), his spine didn’t develop properly. It’s possible that he’s missing some vertebrae and ribs, which would shorten his torso.

  • @CMJames
    @CMJames 3 года назад +234

    This guy has the patience of a saint to be honest.

    • @goatpepperherbaltea7895
      @goatpepperherbaltea7895 3 года назад +1

      What’s he gonna do

    • @goatpepperherbaltea7895
      @goatpepperherbaltea7895 3 года назад

      Like beat the persons ass or what? I feel like the most damage this man can do would be through biting and he’d have to get pretty close to do that.

    • @SemiSubconsciousSaboteur
      @SemiSubconsciousSaboteur 3 года назад +5

      @@goatpepperherbaltea7895 he has arms and a few decades worth of daily upper body exercises just from the necessity to move so I feel like you're underestimating him.

  • @lctriguy69
    @lctriguy69 Год назад

    This is the first time that I am seeing one of your videos (thanks algorithm). I appreciate how well you educate folks on disabilities and how you don’t mind answering questions that may be on people’s minds. Hopefully this will lead to more compassion and understanding.

  • @pattydoris6612
    @pattydoris6612 2 года назад +1

    I would never in a million years come up to you and ask you such personal and private questions.What’s wrong with people!! You seem like a very sweet person wish you a long happy life🙂