Homeless by design | Maurice Young | TEDxIndianapolis
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- Опубліковано 11 лис 2015
- On April 12, 2011, Maurice Young checked himself into a local homeless shelter looking for a break from his life. What he didn’t expect to find was his life’s work. Maurice was never homeless, but since that day he has lived on the streets…by choice. Sometimes to help someone, you have to become one of them. From being kicked out of public places, sleeping on sidewalks, eating at soup kitchens, bathing in restrooms to actually getting arrested, Young has fully submerged himself into the homeless way of life. To what end has this sacrifice been made?
As a homeless Indianapolis native, Maurice has dedicated himself to promoting awareness of homelessness and the need for change regarding the mistreatment of those who call the streets home. He began his fight for the fair and equal treatment of the homeless in 2011. Maurice believes transforming public perception of homelessness will directly impact government legislation and local policies to improve the conditions of local communities.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
Maurice has since left his body. He was, and still is, a beautiful soul. I had the pleasure of meeting him and watching him at work. I hope they make a movie about him.
I am so happy I watched this video. This man is truly inspirational. I loved when he quoted Mark Twain “The 2 most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you know why”
This is powerful. This is the type of TED talks I want to see more of.
Amazing. God bless him and all of us.
That was so inspirational. At first, I thought of all that he had given up. But then I thought of all he has gained. You are s miraculous individual and you definitely moved me. Thank you.
Maurice seems like a latter day Demosthenes at one level.. he's kinda moved beyond the material anchors that surely most people need. Maurice you do seem to be unfolding a kinda Christ conscious- ness. You are a true king..a Philosopher King. It's hard not to be humbled by your courage and authenticity. 😀
I know him personally. He is a great man and you can not always look at the cover of the book on the outside you have to also look at the inside. I personally know what it is like to be homeless. i am homeless right now. I am married for the 2nd time and I sleep in a tent with my husband and my companion dog.
kendra Blanchard why you become homeless
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This is just a WOW moment
I watched a documentary (Under the Bridge) about Homelessness in Indianapolis and had to research Mr. Maurice Young who was featured in that same documentary. The man is very sharp & clearly is a natural leader with so much to give to his community as a whole (not just the homeless). Go watch that documentary if you haven't yet.
Thanks I will
He came to my school yesterday…
we all need to find who we truly are he has lost anything of value but has found the greatest treasures in the world
My Grade School Friend RIP
I he slept across the street from my spot on the streets this winter..Very quiet and stealthy individual..The "exception" to the way most ppl view us homeless folk
"Whatever pushes through the ground, that will be my new life" thats the quote. source love frfr
This man is absolutely, profoundly amazing
Sad to say my God brother Maurice Young has passed on. Truly missed.
Imagine if more people did this, there would be no more destruction, and a lot of rejuvenation.
Love this guy…what an inspirational!
Awesome man! Incredible.
Thank you for saying yes to all God lead you to do. I'm certain you received "Well done" and you made our Heavenly Father proud. 💕
Amazing!
Only person I've ever known of to do what Jesus said to do.
Beautiful man!
Much respect. RIP Maurice
I didnt know he passed 😥
sorry for the bad news Maurice died on Jan 31 - may he rest in peace and continue his work in heaven
“I do what I do because this is who I am”
What An Amazing Free Spirit! God Bless!
He is such a compassionate man
This is beautiful
This is Marty Young my best friend from the 4th grade up until Highschool at Northwest we used to be really tight I had no idea he had lived this was by choice we both were so bougie in grade school and high school I mean I had every color argyle shirt there was
Rest In Peace, Maurice Young.
Very great man to share his story thank you Maurice much love and blessings your way !
A true saint!
I'm here in Indianapolis. I agree.
This guy would be an awesome youth worker.
Spiritually spoken, the young man was a messenger who enlightened u in a way. I wonder what u r doing today? Did u return to normal life? Could u give an update?
His quote from Mark Twain was so beautiful and simple, but really resonates - brilliant!
I actually was across the street on same sidewalk in Indy...Virginia Ave downtown Indy
More people should be helpers.
you are a good man
😢maurice
I'm in England
This man was REDEEMED. And he did that for others.
earth angel beautiful soul
NATURAL CANCER HEALING fuckin bumb living off others
He will surely be in Heaven !!!
@@kirbymoffatt2251 is he affecting you
You are a very kind gentleman my brother the most high is using you for a very special purpose keep up the good work my brother now you see your calling the mosthigh is using you as a prophet to do his will take care my brother and stay safe allpraises to the most high and to the messiah I will continue to pray for you you have enlighten me😁🤗😅
If there is a Heaven They will be rolling out the red carpet for him when he comes a calling. What a sweet man
Kelly Kirkpatrick God says if you don't work you don't eat.
@@kirbymoffatt2251 when did god say that?
When he told Adam get out of the garden you must work for your food now
Quit making excuses for laziness.
I known him from stake in snake Indianapolis
He's is an intelligent man
Linda Clark yet he chooses to be a street bumb yeah a real Einstein
Linda Clark .
You mean articulate right ?
today is my second day homeless. been staying in hotels but my money has run low & tomorrow night will probably be my first night on the street. I hope nobody fuks w m
How has your life turned out now?
what people can do is learn about an actual cost efficient solution then
donate what they can from each paycheck to that solution. first we will
need to demand from governments different building codes for much
cheaper housing even such things as geodesic tents (glamping domes which
can be purchased for $600 in amazon and made for probably much less)
and abundance of de-privatized and de-comidified 300 sqft lots of land
that cant be taken from them. there's enough land and all the homeless
likely get welfare which can be deducted from to finance these living
necessities.
lets vote and demand governments learn how to make money in every field
of service and product, people will fund the government in the form of
buying services and products when we vote on how they will serve us and
write laws, thus an all inclusive collective and community cycle.
the solution for homeless as well as affordable housing in is reforming
the building codes to allow tiny houses and lesser known and cheaper
building techniques (aircrete homes, 3d printed earth homes) as well as
allowing people to permanently camp on private property with the
permission of the owner.
allocate like 500 sqft land, to every individual including children.
families would share their yard and kitchen.
enforce progress to be shared, technology, hardware and software to be
transparent and available to the government.
design people the freedom to choose any qualified job available and not
need ones they dont want.
if civilization wasn't built with slaves then lets trust people will
choose to do the jobs we want and need still.
design thriving and abundance with the absence of doubt, disbelief, and
fear in your mind and with trust, belief and unconditional love in your
heart.
Why would anyone thumbs down this
yooo
He's dead now. He died at that wheelers Ministry place so go figure
Im going to stop homelessness
🔻🔺🌈
was jesus homeless
If you do not want to get a divorce don't get married. I have stayed with my partner for over 20 years and i know I will never be getting a divorce. There will never be an official seperation and I know we don't have to stay together (no presure) but I love my partner and he loves me.
James Harden, anyone?
Jesus Christ in the flesh
I have a few issues with some of his actions. Shelter beds are not free. Each one is paid for and funded by private donations or government funding. They are also limited. If he did not need to stay in a homeless shelter, he should not have checked himself in. If he wants to sleep in the streets then fine, but don't utilize resources that aren't needed because your're going through a mid-life crises. It takes away resources from someone else who actually needed it. The work he is doing is great and I commend him for it, but there are things you need to think through and understand.
He said he moved himself down to the local shelter because he knew no one would find him there, not because he lost everything. I work for a homeless coalition. There are homeless people who stay homeless for years. Not everyone is just going through a tough time. Some people have chronic issues. I'm not trying to be negative, but if he wants to continue to be helpful, move out the shelter and allow someone who needs the space to take it.
Evan Casey Sorry, what exactly do you think I am accusing him of? You sound like you're missing my point.
Actualy scarcity is something that Capitalist society wants you to believe- that we are all struggling in this life and that homeless people should be thankful for those beds, what they dont always tell you is that the people at the top of corporations are making 5000 to 50000 times more money than the regular worker and since 70 years ago. Criminal is not the right word for that....
Until you walked a mile in his shoes or anyones shoes your "opinion" is irrelevant...Whenever you get done with it this man right here is the definition of "man"..Pure character and I am homeless and I have figured out why many ppl that are considered financially stable and not having to worry about money look at some of us like we are a disease...Its becuz they have everything and they miserable..We have nothing and 95% of the time we happy..That pisses some folks off..
Wow Alicia! Another trying to find fault with this man's actions. He's taking a bed that someone else might need more. Desperate to attack. This man's actions obviously threatens something in certain people that make them actually find fault, wherever they can find it, or have to contrive in their minds a scenario such as hes taking a bed from someone who needs it more than he. One bed for a man who is lifting up others hardly seems like a tax on the shelter capacity as it seems to me his actions actually would help free up beds rather than create a shortage. I live in downtown Indianapolis and am familiar with both the homeless population, as well as the reasons the create homelessness to start with. This man is no burden to the shelter system. And btw, whether by choice or circumstance, shelters don't ask why you are there. They are there for anyone in need. A mid life crisis was mentioned is just as valid a reason as one addicted to drugs and unemployable. Incredible I find that this articulate man who is homeless by choice threatens something in people who too me, can't wrap their heads around such a decision when they sre in the throes of material consumerism!!
Con man ! ! ! Why is he wearing an improvised skirt? Decent clothing is available at multiple missions and outreach locations. Likewise, his lack of grooming is carefully contrived..
This is theatre, complete with costuming, script, and an actor. Could it be there is a bit of grant money involved?
tom jackson You have sources to back the slander?
TomJeffersonWasRight im with ya and yep have you looked up murices crimmal background
Wow!! What pessimism. I hardly see the value in your assertion that he is some kind of plant and this is theater. What is to be gained? Troubling you must find that someone was willing to walk away from the creature comforts and materialism that you covet so highly. It would appear to ne that you are threatened by the power he gained in his journey, thus you mock him. Sad indeed.
Profession: Bum by choice.