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  • ✪ At the age of 15, Liz Murray was abandoned by her drug-addicted parents and living on the streets of New York City. Yet against all odds, she managed to finish high school, graduate from Harvard, and become a New York Times best-selling author. How did she do it?
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  • @goalcast
    @goalcast  2 роки тому +105

    "This fork in the road happens over a hundred times a day, and it's the choices that you make that will determine the shape of your life." -Liz Murray.

  • @sergeantmasson3669
    @sergeantmasson3669 Рік тому +100

    Liz, your story turned my youngest daughter's life around. She was a problem from age 12. I insisted that she watch the Liz Murray story movie. Debra worked hard, graduated HS and then off to nursing school. She became an RN, then a master's degree in nursing. Then, she earned a doctorate degree in nursing. She now runs the nursing department at one of the largest hospitals in the USA.

    • @user-rz9en3wf2y
      @user-rz9en3wf2y 8 місяців тому +3

      you are a great parent!!! and you have a sensible daughter as well.

    • @MOTIVATIONBYDAR
      @MOTIVATIONBYDAR Місяць тому

      🔥 🔥 🔥

  • @aemen8796
    @aemen8796 2 роки тому +250

    She is marvelous! But don't use her story to justify child abuse. There are many kids that just can't get out of that hellhole so telling them "you should've done what she did" would be unfair. Nonetheless, she's an inspiration to many.

    • @barbieanderson6823
      @barbieanderson6823 Рік тому +5

      Just like her friend cris chose the wrong side of the rd. Alot of success people out there their pain turn them ina better person whilst some turns worst. But for a better life we have to chose the best way mayb not exactly as her but successful

    • @Jeymez
      @Jeymez Рік тому +4

      they don't get out sometimes, but the only reason people stay stuck is cause they don't believe nothing with change. she shared her story because she decided not to give up, you don't have to go to Harvard it's almost impossible to get in there even if your not homeless, but Liz was willing to get out of her situation no matter what it took.

    • @wedge5896
      @wedge5896 Рік тому +3

      Who has tried to use it to justify child abuse?

    • @carissablankenship6538
      @carissablankenship6538 Рік тому +2

      Ur comment makes zero sense. Child abuse? Justified?

    • @jaydegrundy4956
      @jaydegrundy4956 6 місяців тому

      Love this comment

  • @rubinakochar5343
    @rubinakochar5343 Рік тому +64

    Apart from the sheer willpower, what strikes me the most is that she doesn't harbour anger against people. She wasn't mad at her parents for not being parents or her situations. She was sad, no doubt but not playing the blame game. She accepted the situation and worked awfully hard to change it. Complete responsibility of her actions. No victimization of self.

    • @moonlitSapphire3691
      @moonlitSapphire3691 Рік тому +1

      True

    • @vasiliosleimonitis5791
      @vasiliosleimonitis5791 4 місяці тому +1

      100% determination. Sheer willpower. NOT easy

    • @jac5348
      @jac5348 Місяць тому

      Not everyone is built like her with such resiliency & maturity to face adversities. GOD was the one to carry her all the way through. How one can use their pain for purpose. How to face& deal with the trauma. This is tough on anyone who endures severe loss&trauma. No one wants to play victim under unfortunate circumstances. Things like this can make you or break you. Mental health can play on number on ones brain. This is a miraculous testimony which I believe "Nothing But God".

  • @deannekliene2673
    @deannekliene2673 Місяць тому +2

    She a prime example of the power of positive thinking .and the epitome of gratitude!

  • @nadaelannasi9320
    @nadaelannasi9320 Рік тому +38

    5:00
    "It was so clear to me that you could go your whole life saying I'm gonna do it later"
    So true!

  • @carriegraham-ellis2965
    @carriegraham-ellis2965 Рік тому +12

    I had the joy of meeting Liz as part of the United Way in North Central MA when she came to speak to a group of us. It was an honor.

  • @clrcec.9158
    @clrcec.9158 2 роки тому +47

    Someone has to break the circle. you have to do something in order to stop the situation that you're in.

  • @Ana_826
    @Ana_826 2 роки тому +37

    Been reading her memoir for the last few days. Finally I'm finding some hope after years.

  • @bread2951
    @bread2951 2 роки тому +44

    The fact that she still says "I love my mother so much". How can she? I would have hated my parents from the core if they did drugs and got me homeless.

    • @grimalteruism8641
      @grimalteruism8641 2 роки тому +11

      she was born into it maybe thats why and a beautiful person

    • @afifahabdulrahman177
      @afifahabdulrahman177 Рік тому +9

      She really loved her mom so much.I remembered in the movie she said she would give what she has now if she get her family back.

    • @UNLOCKEDESSENCE
      @UNLOCKEDESSENCE Місяць тому

      Anger makes us sick love confides everything forgiveness is better

  • @narlovely618
    @narlovely618 Рік тому +11

    I cried so much when I was watching this poor kid went through a lot

    • @jac5348
      @jac5348 Місяць тому

      I cried so hard watching her true story

  • @pavanchandankar7061
    @pavanchandankar7061 2 роки тому +52

    This was really inspiring. Liz murray is a great personality.

  • @mshayashi
    @mshayashi 2 роки тому +15

    Liz Murray story gives us a powerful message that we can change our lives if we want.

  • @angelaholmes8888
    @angelaholmes8888 2 роки тому +28

    liz is a true fighter because she knew that she didn't want to end up like her parents I'm glad that she decided to make a change in her life for the better

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +3

      Very true and very well said. Thanks for watching!

  • @kurtskaaning5426
    @kurtskaaning5426 2 роки тому +11

    Life does not wait for anyone.

  • @wwlt.trevor0512
    @wwlt.trevor0512 2 місяці тому +2

    I love her story and I've definitely thought it over. The number one point is she KNEW her parents loved her in spite of it all. That was key. Second, lucky her, she didn't acquire any mental health issues. Also, key.

  • @rationalnetizens972
    @rationalnetizens972 2 роки тому +16

    every day is a possibility for a new change but confidence and courage are prerequisites!

  • @raquelvlogzz1183
    @raquelvlogzz1183 Рік тому +14

    She's a wonderful woman and inspiration to others.

  • @rahulkhandelwal6493
    @rahulkhandelwal6493 2 роки тому +29

    Normally I don't take interest in these types of videos but really it struck me hard,it brought tears in my eyes and I wept for my lazy habit and never tried adventurous things.

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +6

      It’s never too late to try! You got this

    • @SkiddsPumpkin
      @SkiddsPumpkin Рік тому +1

      Same.
      Best of luck!

  • @aloky247
    @aloky247 Рік тому +4

    I remember watching homeless to Harward 20 years ago.

  • @bestrongcourageous2932
    @bestrongcourageous2932 2 роки тому +10

    This can be used in therapy sessions with kiddos trying to survive their parents struggles with substance.

    • @jac5348
      @jac5348 Місяць тому

      I used her story n movie as a teacher but did not inspire any.of my students back when I was an educator.

  • @joeygamio4716
    @joeygamio4716 2 роки тому +8

    It's a beautiful story so inspiring. Thanks for making this a movie. She's a courage person

  • @kzp5249
    @kzp5249 2 дні тому

    I am so happy for you that all turned out well in your life. Thank you for the great inspiration you are to the world. Blessings always 🤗🌸💜

  • @OneStepToday
    @OneStepToday Рік тому +5

    Praise the lord. Very powerful testimony. God bless her.

  • @IsaacJoshi
    @IsaacJoshi 2 роки тому +47

    *I just want to let anyone who’s reading this, and going through a tough time know that it’s going to be okay. You’ll get through it! ✨*
    *Great Stuff!*

    • @lovenlightman
      @lovenlightman 2 роки тому

      I dont think so.

    • @trevors.5998
      @trevors.5998 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/CCoQViAZdZM/v-deo.html bots everywhere

  • @wheatstonebridge
    @wheatstonebridge Рік тому +6

    Shes so pretty. So much trauma changes you in life. I'm glad she made a good life for herself.

  • @cathytonkin9781
    @cathytonkin9781 Рік тому +3

    Thank you Liz❤

  • @sane_muggle
    @sane_muggle 9 місяців тому

    This sort of determination .. Truly inspiring ✨❤

  • @kcc628
    @kcc628 Рік тому +2

    You are brave and a wonderful human being 💞

  • @johnkamau3442
    @johnkamau3442 Рік тому +2

    truly inspiring

  • @immurlis13
    @immurlis13 Рік тому

    I can't stop my emotional tears 🥺🥺❤❤

  • @johnkamau3442
    @johnkamau3442 Рік тому

    always inspiring

  • @ngobirajab720
    @ngobirajab720 Рік тому

    Thanks mummy for the great inspiration to us

  • @SA-iu7xj
    @SA-iu7xj Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @bwilatonkalabadonkadonk3388
    @bwilatonkalabadonkadonk3388 2 роки тому +37

    “God grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
    Courage to change the things I can, and
    Wisdom to know the difference.”

  • @ahnafali16
    @ahnafali16 2 роки тому +30

    This makes me realize that all the things that i used as excuse to underestimate my capabilities are nothing but JOKES

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +6

      Believe in yourself

  • @Gracieeee_16
    @Gracieeee_16 Рік тому +3

    this woman inspired me

  • @perfectliar724
    @perfectliar724 Рік тому +4

    Movie line : If only, I have gone. If only. If only, I have went to school.... I think that's how it went 😖 I was 13 when, I first seen this movie. I am 32 now. 😭😭

  • @Chasindu
    @Chasindu 9 місяців тому

    It's brilliant one😍

  • @blessed7645
    @blessed7645 2 роки тому

    Wow...amazing 🙂🙌🏾...surely, a woman of substance 🎊😃

  • @learneverydaybyzk433
    @learneverydaybyzk433 2 роки тому +5

    Incredible!!!!

  • @dolphintruth5278
    @dolphintruth5278 2 роки тому +19

    so inspirational ! Thanks for sharing this video :)

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @malayakristen4406
    @malayakristen4406 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing.... God bless you.

  • @julielyngdoh1114
    @julielyngdoh1114 Рік тому +1

    Wow just wow

  • @migueleduardochangbustaman1448

    Life comes to you and you have to live it, with the tools you have, you must carve out a path that allows you to reach a destination, which may or may not be attainable, however, on that path you must be certain that your steps day by day they forge you and your desires, your desires, your most precious dreams illuminate that path you walk, beyond destiny.

  • @motivate3727
    @motivate3727 2 роки тому +1

    Greatest story heard till now

  • @afghvacr
    @afghvacr Рік тому

    😭 love you

  • @trisgilmour
    @trisgilmour 2 роки тому +4

    Amazing story 🤩

  • @radley3279
    @radley3279 Рік тому

    7:59 soo moving

  • @taylorm1997
    @taylorm1997 5 місяців тому

    I was in eighth grade when I heard about the story and watched the movie and it was so sad

  • @abduljalilmahama5682
    @abduljalilmahama5682 2 роки тому +6

    Strong will

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +3

      Very strong. Thanks for watching

  • @thelonenoob2489
    @thelonenoob2489 2 роки тому +8

    I'm writing my own story . I love u goal cast. Thnk u!

  • @MilnerBenedictIII
    @MilnerBenedictIII 2 роки тому

    This is why I am so broken by the psychiatric industry.

  • @lovenlightman
    @lovenlightman 2 роки тому +7

    Saw the movie about her.
    Very sad.

  • @deannekliene2673
    @deannekliene2673 Місяць тому

    Not every homeless person is a drug addict, innocent ppl have bad luck o r are affected by others......it's what they do with it that matters..

  • @joshnagenmurugiah4531
    @joshnagenmurugiah4531 2 роки тому +1

    Magnificent valour.

  • @ellderwood2223
    @ellderwood2223 2 роки тому +3

    God is Good

  • @mshayashi
    @mshayashi 2 роки тому +4

    I wonder what has happened to her sister.

  • @joyhouriyasambadeh
    @joyhouriyasambadeh Рік тому

    Bravous Woman.👍

  • @teacherjazminepink
    @teacherjazminepink 8 місяців тому

    I'm desperate to know the song that was sang during the opening of the movie.

  • @clrcec.9158
    @clrcec.9158 2 роки тому +7

    How education changed your life.

  • @nathanbyarugaba7373
    @nathanbyarugaba7373 2 роки тому +3

    Don't do drugs if you are watching.

  • @luckminipiyatilake8191
    @luckminipiyatilake8191 2 роки тому +4

    One of a kind human!!!!

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +1

      Yea she is!!! Thanks for watching

  • @beautybysyddd3441
    @beautybysyddd3441 2 роки тому +10

    She’s amazing

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +2

      She is. Thanks for watching!

  • @DELFELECTRICIDAD
    @DELFELECTRICIDAD Рік тому +3

    She is wonderful young, my story has many similarities with hers, on my channel there is a brief summary "From Homeless Child to Entrepreneur", I hope you like it and find it useful. Big hug.....

  • @IsaacJoshi
    @IsaacJoshi 2 роки тому +9

    *"The more I do , the more I realize I can do." - Grant C.*
    *Love from a small UA-camr ❤*

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому

      Appreciate the love! Thanks for watching

  • @Nikerawalker
    @Nikerawalker 2 роки тому +1

    This Is Sooo Powerful!!! how can I contact you guys with My Story Please🙏🏿God Bless you for creating a platform to share Such Powerful stories with the World I would have never know My inspiration Oprah Winfrey Had been threw soo much Kevin Hart and this Beautiful woman here🥺💔MAY MY STORY HAVE THE SAME IMPACT VERY SOON🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿JESUS CHRIST WE NEED HEALING TO COME RESTORATION PEACE AND LOVE ALWAYS♥️♥️♥️Thank you Goalcast♥️Gods Blessings and Shakana Glory Favor of God be upon you life Business homes children and their children too!! In Jesus Christ Mighty name I am Praying!! By Faith!! Amen♥️

  • @maryfrancessealongo6261
    @maryfrancessealongo6261 2 місяці тому

    I have to chase my dream

  • @yurielcundangan9090
    @yurielcundangan9090 2 роки тому +12

    Stand up for something you consider as investment even if you may lose everything

  • @jewelsasif
    @jewelsasif 2 роки тому

    What was the movie called

  • @danielwanijohn
    @danielwanijohn 2 роки тому +8

    The kind of stories that keeps me going, and sharing as much as I can with the least privilege I come across

    • @goalcast
      @goalcast  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching!

  • @tee-231.
    @tee-231. 2 роки тому +1

    What's the title of the movie about her?

    • @drewtapperman
      @drewtapperman 2 роки тому +1

      Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story (starring Thora Birch)

  • @bronze2956
    @bronze2956 2 роки тому +2

    What happened to her sister? It's like she's blanked her from her whole story.

    • @JaneDoe-em7zi
      @JaneDoe-em7zi Рік тому +5

      No she wrote a little about her in her book. She graduated college and teaches special needs children. They're not beat friends but that's because her sister was trying to survive her parents and didn't really treat her like a sister, but like an extra mouth taking food from her plate. Unfortunately when you come from a broken home a lot of times you and your siblings end up like acquaintances.

  • @sarapbuhay5519
    @sarapbuhay5519 2 роки тому +8

    The drug dealer changed their lives. May the Lord bless him.

  • @nancy234ful
    @nancy234ful Рік тому +1

    Liz , " You done good.. my brother did drugs.. yet now I wish I can inhibit a story .. 😪 through suffering we grow with God. He committed suicide.. , studying get you to places.. you proven to yourself, .. if I could tell one thing to Mt brother is to give up my room . I regret it. THANK YOU LIZ.. you are such an inspiration God hears your prayer😅..

  •  2 роки тому +3

    Going to Harward is not to biggest achievement in her life

  • @yeoweehuathuat8926
    @yeoweehuathuat8926 11 місяців тому

    She a homeless but a genius ! Remember gifted talent! Tht y she make it

  • @shortmashins4031
    @shortmashins4031 Рік тому

    What happen to her sister

  • @2-old-Forthischet
    @2-old-Forthischet 2 роки тому +2

    ...and yet California is trying to legalize hard drugs even after legalizing ganja which is going to he!!.
    WAKE UP AND VOTE WISELY.

    • @wheatstonebridge
      @wheatstonebridge Рік тому

      Many trials and studies say it's good. Worked well in Portugal..

  • @stepcollazo8134
    @stepcollazo8134 6 днів тому

    She needed a way out so she changed her life

  • @johannahjohari2915
    @johannahjohari2915 2 роки тому +1

    In the movie she has a sister , I like to know what happened to her ?

    • @ceriunwin-springett92
      @ceriunwin-springett92 2 роки тому

      She became a teacher.

    • @PsychicRogueGaming
      @PsychicRogueGaming 2 роки тому

      @@ceriunwin-springett92 also,was her sis being se_ually abused by pops? like how pops used to do to liz
      s mum,why did her sis got to stay with pops but not lizzy when lizz was 15,i didnt get it

    • @Ophiotaurus_AKA_Bessie
      @Ophiotaurus_AKA_Bessie Рік тому

      What’s the name of the movie?

    • @daydreamer969
      @daydreamer969 Рік тому

      @@PsychicRogueGaming pops didn't like liz and kicked her out. In the movie, she left on her own, I think I'm not sure.

    • @PsychicRogueGaming
      @PsychicRogueGaming Рік тому

      @@daydreamer969 got it

  • @bellsina7150
    @bellsina7150 3 місяці тому

    I thought she ended up dropping out of Harvard after a couple years though and then she went back to school somewhere else?

  • @brookebliss8227
    @brookebliss8227 9 місяців тому

    Her mother was a horrible human being.

  • @taj6048
    @taj6048 8 місяців тому

    How was she able to afford to go to Harvard?

    • @a.h.1980
      @a.h.1980 7 місяців тому +1

      It all got paid by the new York times.

    • @Angelchick4life
      @Angelchick4life 7 місяців тому

      Think an NYU scholarship

    • @donnaccain
      @donnaccain 5 місяців тому

      She was given scholarships. Others helped her out with furniture etc for her apartment, inspired by her story. It's all in her book!

  • @AntonioGracia-pt5dt
    @AntonioGracia-pt5dt 11 місяців тому

    Pardon me for what you've been through,ok

  • @sarbantz
    @sarbantz 2 роки тому

    Do you guys think she was smoking fentanyl pills like all street homeless in my town do?

  • @lisalasoya2898
    @lisalasoya2898 4 місяці тому

    For the people who are stuck-up this movie blanishmently made me take notice. Your performance was excellent-children are trashed by society & their parents, the drugs are too strong in their efforts. yet, the feeling sorry for themselves in not parenting, is what is too important. Yor are dynamo in pursing the highest achievement in life, but I wasn't convinced. Your vocabulary was minimal, but if I am wrong-congratulations on taking charge. HARVARD COLLEGE DECISION BELOW: 980 F.3d 157 539 U.S. 244, 276 n.23 (2003).

  • @miromimimeryem
    @miromimimeryem 4 місяці тому

    Thank you