The Man in the Iron Lung

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  • Опубліковано 12 тра 2024
  • The world needs to hear Paul’s incredible story.
    Paul is a polio survivor who spends everyday in an iron lung, a device from the early 1900's which keeps him alive.
    Not only has he gone on to do great things, his outlook on life inspiring.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 54 тис.

  • @MitchSummers
    @MitchSummers  2 роки тому +7084

    I went back to surprise Paul with $10,000! + I ask him all your questions. Watch here: ua-cam.com/video/he4zla4SsM4/v-deo.html

    • @Grenino
      @Grenino 2 роки тому +44

      50 MINS AGO?

    • @thevofamily7
      @thevofamily7 2 роки тому +74

      Oh god, that’s amazing! Your a great person 😊

    • @upereatsaxolotl5516
      @upereatsaxolotl5516 2 роки тому +28

      U are the most amazing person ever giving him 10 grand

    • @youhaveCancer.
      @youhaveCancer. 2 роки тому +18

      Yow

    • @meeeeeee-uz1im
      @meeeeeee-uz1im 2 роки тому +208

      Wtf is he gonna do with money he's stuck in that fucking tube

  • @BigIronOnMyHip69
    @BigIronOnMyHip69 Рік тому +8503

    “Why’d you write your book?”
    “To inspire thousands”
    My man, you’ve inspired millions.

    • @larietournelle7904
      @larietournelle7904 Рік тому +21

      What the cost of his life ? He talk about " work hard " ... but he dont work at all

    • @ShadeRaven222
      @ShadeRaven222 Рік тому +9

      On bro.

    • @bobbob832
      @bobbob832 Рік тому +105

      @@larietournelle7904 ?

    • @NexusSamurai
      @NexusSamurai Рік тому +27

      No, BILLIONS!

    • @Xavier28200
      @Xavier28200 Рік тому +114

      @@larietournelle7904 What do you mean he became a lawyer while being completely paralyzed

  • @availablu
    @availablu 3 роки тому +5391

    "Paul may have an iron lung, but he has a golden soul and a diamond heart" 😭😭

    • @enthusiast9998
      @enthusiast9998 3 роки тому +10

      His heart is also made up of iron due to which he never gave up

    • @bunchipps
      @bunchipps 3 роки тому +23

      @Ram Manuel Del Rosario quartz ass 😍😍

    • @CuriousNeon
      @CuriousNeon 3 роки тому +4

      @@enthusiast9998 and he never let down hinself...

    • @insanity4611
      @insanity4611 3 роки тому +2

      Pun intended i guess

    • @shininggreninja8180
      @shininggreninja8180 3 роки тому +1

      Yes

  • @footystar1GamingOfficial
    @footystar1GamingOfficial 2 місяці тому +267

    Sadly, Paul passed away on 11th March at age 78. What a life he lived, living 72 years longer than he thought he would.

    • @Fritzsche-ki6gv
      @Fritzsche-ki6gv Місяць тому +13

      Sad, he really got fame though, I'm happy for him

    • @user-gs3qf2zq7y
      @user-gs3qf2zq7y Місяць тому +5

      Yeah

    • @WolfiePH
      @WolfiePH Місяць тому +5

      After hearing about it, I just had to rewatch this jewel again.
      His story is definitely one of the most inspiring, and he himsel is ironically the strongest person in the modern day.
      I pity his situation, but I bet the man didn't even need it cuz he was achieving more than most of us.
      Rest in peace.

    • @madadog
      @madadog Місяць тому +1

      NOOOOOOOOO

    • @Khizar597
      @Khizar597 28 днів тому +1

      Martha Lillard:Phew.

  • @nkohanowski
    @nkohanowski 10 місяців тому +1316

    It has to be stated that Paul’s lungs became strong enough in his teen years that he could be outside the iron lung during the day in a wheelchair and slept in the Iron Lung at night. This allowed him to actually practice law in court like Ironside (Raymond Burr). During the Pandemic, he retreated back to his home and spends much more time in the Iron Lung. It is inspirational as he played the hand delt and makes the most of it.

    • @rubymargaritais5657
      @rubymargaritais5657 10 місяців тому +9

      Thats an out dated machine. Why not use a newer one?

    • @simplymisc
      @simplymisc 9 місяців тому +116

      @@rubymargaritais5657 According to a 2020 Guardian interview with him: "By the time positive-pressure ventilators were in widespread use, however, Paul was used to living in his lung, and he had already learned to breathe part of the time without it. He also never wanted a hole in his throat again. So he kept his iron lung."

    • @rubymargaritais5657
      @rubymargaritais5657 9 місяців тому +4

      @@simplymisc I see.

    • @AlfreditoBallina
      @AlfreditoBallina 9 місяців тому

      And yeah he lasted until the Cold War ended and today he still survived @@simplymisc

    • @TheBushfish
      @TheBushfish 4 місяці тому +1

      Ah I was wondering if he had to be in it all the time. I had visions of him being delivered to court in a open back truck each day in his lung!

  • @croakyledgy8751
    @croakyledgy8751 2 роки тому +12996

    The lady who helped him all that time is a legend.

    • @kyrak.4143
      @kyrak.4143 2 роки тому +241

      Yes, there are selfless people in this world

    • @strident6192
      @strident6192 2 роки тому +345

      There will always a woman behind all successful man you know..

    • @cnachopchopnewsagency
      @cnachopchopnewsagency 2 роки тому +139

      @@strident6192 not anymore in this modern world tho

    • @user-qd5gr8ql2w
      @user-qd5gr8ql2w 2 роки тому +108

      @@cnachopchopnewsagency
      I would say in this modern world it's more like behind every successful woman there's her determination

    • @cnachopchopnewsagency
      @cnachopchopnewsagency 2 роки тому +89

      @@user-qd5gr8ql2w not at all. In this modern world, behind every successful and wealthy women, is either her father or her husband.

  • @teleporter777
    @teleporter777 2 роки тому +7894

    This guy almost lost his life, but never lost his will to live. Inspiring people everyday, what a guy...

  • @Vshn74
    @Vshn74 6 місяців тому +247

    "I didn't give up and I'm never going to"
    What an inspiration.

  • @thealphabetsong4585
    @thealphabetsong4585 Місяць тому +49

    He has sadly passed away peacefully at the age of 78… finally freed from the cruelty polio put him through.
    Rest in peace Paul, his story was truly inspirational

    • @FireandIce-eh7mx
      @FireandIce-eh7mx Місяць тому +2

      In which year?

    • @caspian9694
      @caspian9694 Місяць тому +2

      @@FireandIce-eh7mx literally on monday

    • @user-vx6tw3bh4f
      @user-vx6tw3bh4f Місяць тому

      Absolutely true! He is free, with a brand new body!

    • @rodney5269
      @rodney5269 Місяць тому

      He is in his soul form now.

    • @paloma4Elvis
      @paloma4Elvis 18 днів тому

      @@FireandIce-eh7mxthis year, 2024 🥲

  • @yoellopez4049
    @yoellopez4049 3 роки тому +3846

    “With a pen on a stick, Paul wrote his biography entirely with his mouth”
    Literally the biggest flex

    • @Auglet
      @Auglet 3 роки тому +61

      Definition of “Weird flex, *but okay* “

    • @amarfaris4688
      @amarfaris4688 3 роки тому +10

      Not funny dogs

    • @_everybodyK
      @_everybodyK 3 роки тому +61

      he’s just built different

    • @kees1738
      @kees1738 3 роки тому +11

      @@_everybodyK lmao

    • @yourrage3066
      @yourrage3066 3 роки тому +39

      Lmao i wanna suicide myself After writing three lines with my hand, and this dude did an entire biography with his freakin Mouth

  • @roadkill236
    @roadkill236 3 роки тому +3723

    this man is if the phrase "never give up" was a human

    • @bigenemy000
      @bigenemy000 3 роки тому +64

      We need to create a petition to make his name appear in the examples for that word in the vocabulary

    • @robotoverlord5009
      @robotoverlord5009 3 роки тому +6

      It’s phrase

    • @roadkill236
      @roadkill236 3 роки тому +9

      @@robotoverlord5009 my bad

    • @thiagouuuuuuu
      @thiagouuuuuuu 3 роки тому +4

      i'd honestly sm rather "give up" than live like that

    • @roadkill236
      @roadkill236 3 роки тому +20

      @@thiagouuuuuuu you would but my man doesnt

  • @Bronson_07
    @Bronson_07 6 місяців тому +99

    This is the strongest, most persistent, and optimistic man I’ve ever seen 😊

    • @slavplaysgames
      @slavplaysgames 4 місяці тому +4

      DUDE THE MENTAL STRENGTH TO LIVE DECADES WITHOUT MOVING ... DUDEEEEEEEEEE ITS INSANE TO ME .. UNFATHOMABLE

  • @maryn4150
    @maryn4150 4 місяці тому +44

    You know, I’ve been struggling a lot with my health for many years. Always complaining, being ungrateful and pessimistic of my future. This man opened my eyes on how lucky I am, and no matter what my circumstances are, that I should still try to do what I’ve always wanted in life. Even if I fail a few times it shouldn’t discourage me from trying again and again until till I reach my dreams. Thank you for the wonderful insight, I’m done being a victim of my own misery. Here’s to 2024 and new beginnings! 🎉

  • @oaky3863
    @oaky3863 3 роки тому +14644

    This man passed highschool, passed college, became a lawyer, wrote a book with his condition and here I am sitting in my room doing nothing with all of my body parts working

    • @samgome01
      @samgome01 3 роки тому +535

      Take advantage of those duction, go get something done

    • @tbhVickynafr
      @tbhVickynafr 3 роки тому +72

      LOL

    • @thunderlifestudios
      @thunderlifestudios 3 роки тому +424

      I mean most people are "normal" so they do nothing for the rest of their life. That's not necessarily bad. But you should probably do something, especially, being young.

    • @SphaxTTL
      @SphaxTTL 3 роки тому +54

      Feels bad

    • @insomaniac1796
      @insomaniac1796 3 роки тому +163

      most of the time, it's not the problem of the outside,its our inside

  • @xjm.00
    @xjm.00 2 роки тому +4955

    "I didn't want to die, so I continued to fight"
    Wow.... That made me cry

  • @user-pk2dv5kg9q
    @user-pk2dv5kg9q 6 місяців тому +131

    I was so depressed for my future today, but then, I am impressed by your heart and effort, Paul. Thank you! from Japan

    • @peaceandlove544
      @peaceandlove544 Місяць тому

      He said somewhere hung on kids to life, faith, hope, to God and to love for others, it gets rough kids sometimes but then it gets better too, life is beautiful.

    • @rodney5269
      @rodney5269 Місяць тому

      Remember your true form is your soul. Your body is just a suit. You are put here on earth for a purpose. Either there is something you have to do or there is a lesson for you to learn. In the end when you die, your soul goes back home.

  • @Baseballify
    @Baseballify Місяць тому +27

    R.I.P PAUL ALEXANDER
    You beat all of the odds and lived an amazing life , you really showed polio whose is boss 💪 congrats on a great life 🌹🕊️

  • @questionableguy7836
    @questionableguy7836 3 роки тому +13098

    So no one is gonna talk about how that doctor didn't give up on him and save his life?What a legend.

    • @detentionz5754
      @detentionz5754 3 роки тому +212

      For real

    • @adamnorthwood1673
      @adamnorthwood1673 3 роки тому +59

      no cos the video isn’t about the doctor

    • @penultimania4295
      @penultimania4295 3 роки тому +79

      Its his fucking job that hes paid to do.

    • @alexis_electronic
      @alexis_electronic 3 роки тому +513

      @@adamnorthwood1673 very true, but he certainly does deserve thanks

    • @zeroresistance7203
      @zeroresistance7203 3 роки тому +144

      sure he saved his life, but to be honest i would rather be left to rot and die if i lost my ability to move around.

  • @sbfshadoe9918
    @sbfshadoe9918 3 роки тому +3946

    -Paul may have an iron lung, but he has a golden soul, and a diamond heart.

    • @urdadislesbianlol4353
      @urdadislesbianlol4353 3 роки тому +19

      🙏🏻

    • @darkwebfarting5656
      @darkwebfarting5656 3 роки тому +11

      How could the Heart contract and expand if it is the hardest gemstone in the world? It wouldn't beat if that were true, he wouldn't be alive.

    • @garrelriper3764
      @garrelriper3764 3 роки тому +45

      @@darkwebfarting5656 he meant it metaphorically...

    • @darkwebfarting5656
      @darkwebfarting5656 3 роки тому +12

      @@garrelriper3764 I know that's exactly why I made the comment.

    • @s5j1gamer38
      @s5j1gamer38 3 роки тому +7

      This man is true hero with golden heart.

  • @ThatBurnedCoconut
    @ThatBurnedCoconut 2 місяці тому +9

    He passed away Monday, March 11th, 2024. Rest in peace buddy

    • @upriseproduction2733
      @upriseproduction2733 Місяць тому

      Just Found This And Suddenly It Dawned On Me That Here's A Man That Will Live Forever And He Does He Is Actually Alive Forever And He Is He Is Alive In The Eternal Breath Of The Life Spirit
      ~ Uprise

  • @KeithJohnson.
    @KeithJohnson. 2 місяці тому +45

    RIP Paul, you are and remain an inspiration to thousands of people, just as you wanted

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican 3 роки тому +6733

    Even when he's in an iron lung, he
    - graduated high school with honors
    - graduated college
    - became a lawyer
    and wrote an entire book with a pen on a stick, one letter at a time....gotta admire his dedication and unwillingness to give up. He's not just any legend, he's THE legend. If you can dream it, you can do it.

    • @danielasancho9490
      @danielasancho9490 3 роки тому +12

      @Power_Girl_89 you a weirdo no duh 🙄 my God I feel pity for you.

    • @kingfury3726
      @kingfury3726 3 роки тому +38

      Yes we can do ANYTHING if we really want to. This legend did all of this wile being like this. This should be motivational we that can breath walk move our body always wining avout stuff we need to start working hard and be yhankful for what we have

    • @towarzyszmarcin474
      @towarzyszmarcin474 3 роки тому +4

      @Power_Girl_89 XD

    • @krispyboi2519
      @krispyboi2519 3 роки тому +1

      I see you everywhere

    • @kingfury3726
      @kingfury3726 3 роки тому

      @@krispyboi2519 thats 2 of us all ready

  • @MauroGames1
    @MauroGames1 3 роки тому +2808

    THIS is the one of the biggest example of human mind capability.

    • @victorriverieulx2297
      @victorriverieulx2297 3 роки тому +23

      Up there with Hawking

    • @grixjay8620
      @grixjay8620 3 роки тому +9

      The time when you push everything on your mind with limitless capabilities inorder to figure out things is quite a amazing part.

    • @starlight9447
      @starlight9447 3 роки тому

      @@grixjay8620 wait how do i do it!

    • @grixjay8620
      @grixjay8620 3 роки тому +1

      @@starlight9447 when your overthinking.

    • @Ronald-lb5fz
      @Ronald-lb5fz 3 роки тому

      Facts

  • @NCore_._
    @NCore_._ 7 місяців тому +119

    They say when you lose an organ other organs become strong. For him, losing almost all the functions of his body except his head, made his head the most strongest a human head ever can be. The picture that he painted (2:57) and the biography that he wrote using a pen in his mouth just shows how strong his brain had become. And with that came even more determination to survive, I guess. He chose to do something where I bet anyone else on this planet would give up long ago. But he is the one who stood out and became an example of perseverance and not to whine about your condition and instead deal with whatever you have and accomplish things that even "fit', "normal" humans even can't...

  • @tomimor-hu6zz
    @tomimor-hu6zz 7 місяців тому +91

    Это не просто человек, это герой. Не представляю как тяжело так жить и осознавать что ты находишься в безвыходной ситуации. Жаль нельзя ему никак помочь

  • @irelynnbecker
    @irelynnbecker 3 роки тому +1859

    “My dream, is not to fight polio, but to DEFEAT polio.”

    • @streex274
      @streex274 3 роки тому +15

      if you've seen doom patrol then you have seen an iron lung before

    • @venny1608
      @venny1608 3 роки тому +16

      "To not let polio defeat me, but to defeat polio" that is what he said. Real legend 💯

    • @skellytheskeletos8490
      @skellytheskeletos8490 3 роки тому +1

      @@streex274 i seen doom patrol

    • @Helicopter7
      @Helicopter7 3 роки тому +1

      O

  • @Samprids
    @Samprids 3 роки тому +1717

    "I didnt want to die"
    "So I continued to fight"
    Omg he's a king

    • @user-nf1bz3sn4z
      @user-nf1bz3sn4z 3 роки тому +3

      @Turd Ferguson -

    • @Samprids
      @Samprids 3 роки тому +1

      WHAT IS GOING ON!?

    • @bananasundae8345
      @bananasundae8345 3 роки тому +2

      @@Samprids I don't know¯\_(ツ)_/¯

    • @Samprids
      @Samprids 3 роки тому +1

      @@bananasundae8345 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Samprids
      @Samprids 3 роки тому +1

      Also tysm for the likes I've never got this many wOw

  • @djml6597
    @djml6597 2 місяці тому +20

    I also suffer a chronic illness and I'm greatful watching this cause it taught me that I'm not alone...and that if this man can fight and live life...I can too

    • @rodney5269
      @rodney5269 Місяць тому +1

      Your body is a suit. Your true form is your soul. Life on earth is a classroom essentially. You are here temporarily. When you die, you graduate, and your soul goes home.

  • @rickalves6104
    @rickalves6104 Місяць тому +17

    R.I.P beautiful and strong man 😢

  • @Thor_the_Doge
    @Thor_the_Doge 3 роки тому +1709

    Dude lived a life in a big metal breathing can while writing an autobiography, drawing, etc. Absolute madlad

    • @Helicopter7
      @Helicopter7 3 роки тому +2

      @asmard tech Wait..
      Really?

    • @cubanmodz
      @cubanmodz 3 роки тому +26

      @@Helicopter7 i take it you didn’t watch the full video..

    • @Maa______
      @Maa______ 3 роки тому +9

      I would die the first day in that thing..

    • @nuh_uhfella
      @nuh_uhfella 3 роки тому +4

      @@Maa______ same

    • @yvngxshady
      @yvngxshady 3 роки тому +5

      @@Helicopter7 this is why you watch the whole video
      Unless they get to that point yet

  • @Oliviaa.jo1
    @Oliviaa.jo1 3 роки тому +3355

    imagine being a kid in a iron lung not being able to move, i would've gave up on the second day,this man's story was very inspiring

    • @justasadenbylookingatmemes4623
      @justasadenbylookingatmemes4623 3 роки тому +86

      @Verbitus I feel like you have the personality of a stale piece of gum that's been thrown on the sidewalk and walked over so many times that it's almost part of the concrete.

    • @francis6028
      @francis6028 3 роки тому +47

      @@justasadenbylookingatmemes4623 he’s tryna say no to every comment just so he can be the “cool” kid

    • @julli9774
      @julli9774 3 роки тому +7

      @@Oliviaa.jo1 *they were replying to the other person

    • @julli9774
      @julli9774 3 роки тому +27

      @@JOEL00111 ok *super straight*

    • @bluenDSucks22
      @bluenDSucks22 3 роки тому

      No

  • @jentlediary_01
    @jentlediary_01 2 місяці тому +3

    As I watched videos on TikTok, there's this one video that says that Paul Alexander just passed away, and as soon as I knew it, I went to this video that I used to watch every time I was breaking down or life just seemed so hard to me. I can't believe after 2 years I am going to watch this and comment on this video again.😞Mr. Paul Alexander is such an inspiration to many. Thank you for inspiring me and helping me cope with my problems with your amazing story. RIP Sir🕊️🕊️

  • @SOLO_X_06
    @SOLO_X_06 2 місяці тому +25

    He's just passed away. May his soul rest in peace❤

  • @theboxx3270
    @theboxx3270 2 роки тому +47557

    This man needs to be in the history books.

    • @joshzorra7502
      @joshzorra7502 2 роки тому +319

      Yes,i think so

    • @sweeperweeper
      @sweeperweeper 2 роки тому +413

      Already is 🙏🏿

    • @savneetsinghrairai6823
      @savneetsinghrairai6823 2 роки тому +160

      Oh he will be one day । Omg so sad n inspiring too

    • @eueueueu1
      @eueueueu1 2 роки тому +37

      True 👏

    • @calebcaldwell9059
      @calebcaldwell9059 2 роки тому +102

      @@I_WANT_MY_SLAW First off when I comment this I’m not trying to start a fight but polio was way way more deadly than COVID 19. Secondly, it’s a persons choice what is put in their bodies. And by the way, I’m not an anti vaccine person so don’t come at me.

  • @ambatukam2598
    @ambatukam2598 3 роки тому +1987

    I’m not even going to lie, I would have completely given up in life if this had happened to me, this man is the living representation of determination

    • @Ajwad99
      @Ajwad99 3 роки тому +33

      You’d be depressed for a while but then you’ll get used to it but then you’ll find meaning in other things. The great thing abt us is that we adapt to new conditions with time, i worked with alot of paralyzed ppl and they all said the same thing

    • @ambatukam2598
      @ambatukam2598 3 роки тому +11

      @@Ajwad99 that’s a really good point, I guess if there was a possibility I’d just live a simple life, but I wouldn’t have any goals in mind

    • @bubblitzbubba3501
      @bubblitzbubba3501 3 роки тому +3

      :)

    • @kimjungun2770
      @kimjungun2770 3 роки тому +1

      D E T E R M I N A T I O N

    • @willian2848
      @willian2848 3 роки тому

      @@Ajwad99 Interesting

  • @RoblockBlox
    @RoblockBlox Місяць тому +5

    yesterday on news.. he, died. i cried so hard saying to myself why god?! i and everyone here loves you living the longest in here. is courageful sentences really touched my beloved heart. it is filled with Paul now. we love you, and rise high! 😭❤❤

    • @RoblockBlox
      @RoblockBlox Місяць тому

      pls tell me who liked if it was youtube imma scream

    • @redNrotten
      @redNrotten Місяць тому +1

      He was (and still is) such a sweet man ❤

  • @raheesktp2508
    @raheesktp2508 Місяць тому +5

    Your memories will never be forgotten 🤍
    Rest in peace 💐

  • @joenichols3901
    @joenichols3901 3 роки тому +6033

    Jesus this guy's mental fortitude is extremely impressive

    • @thetechnocrat6388
      @thetechnocrat6388 3 роки тому +73

      @Queue Kumber wtf no. I would rather work hard and live life full of suffering than be paralysed neck down

    • @thetechnocrat6388
      @thetechnocrat6388 3 роки тому +16

      @Queue Kumber pls state the conditions my lord

    • @thetechnocrat6388
      @thetechnocrat6388 3 роки тому +7

      @Queue Kumber damn you know your stuff. Is gay marriage allowed where you live?

    • @thetechnocrat6388
      @thetechnocrat6388 3 роки тому +9

      @Queue Kumber nice, the cherry on top is your family being Satanists love that. 👍

    • @jkbradley885
      @jkbradley885 3 роки тому +3

      @@thetechnocrat6388 😂😂

  • @Kaisaccountt
    @Kaisaccountt 3 роки тому +2336

    A strong man isn’t a person who has muscles, a strong man looks like this.

    • @gangstamann502
      @gangstamann502 3 роки тому +54

      I think both are strong, come on 😔😂😂

    • @Snipzyte_
      @Snipzyte_ 3 роки тому +73

      @@gangstamann502 yea both are strong but the person with the muscles strong of physical and paul alexander is strong with mentality to keep going on his life and never gave up

    • @iamthepirateking9000
      @iamthepirateking9000 3 роки тому +2

      What if a man or woman has both strong physique and a strong mentality

    • @Iluvfishrods2007
      @Iluvfishrods2007 3 роки тому +3

      @아니 tiny WHAT?!!

    • @blackmamba3429
      @blackmamba3429 3 роки тому +2

      @아니
      I-☠️

  • @jakobdonner3014
    @jakobdonner3014 2 місяці тому +7

    May he rest in peace ❤🕊️
    Such an amazing but sad story. You became a legend sir!

  • @MckennaSlaughter-ck7vb
    @MckennaSlaughter-ck7vb 10 місяців тому +64

    He is so inspiring, ever since I got diagnosed with type 2 diabetes I felt like it was contagious. No one wanted to hang out, never wanted to be friends. And every time I transferred to a new school everyone would stare at me for 1 minute and then whisper to their friend. I overheard some of the things they said, people would say "who's that fat pig?" Or "is she a real living cow?" I was so insecure about myself. Once I saw him he made me cry he made me think "maybe I can do anything they are just rude." Thank you Paul for being so inspiring! Thank you 🙏
    - McKenna

    • @pixelzebra8440
      @pixelzebra8440 5 місяців тому +3

      I remember my crush in elementary had diabetes and I would walk with him to the nurse everyday to get it checked lol. Idk if this is relevant but it just reminded me of that
      You should find people who want to be with you for the way you are. There’s always people like that. Keep strong and hold your head high. You are worthy and the opinion that matters the most is how you feel about yourself.

    • @tubeguy4066
      @tubeguy4066 4 місяці тому

      lmao just loose weight

    • @rodney5269
      @rodney5269 Місяць тому

      Your body is just a suit. Your true form is your soul. You are here on earth temporarily for a task or lesson you have to learn. When you die, your soul leaves your body and you go home.

  • @ariangallegos4386
    @ariangallegos4386 3 роки тому +4814

    Dude technology needs to advance quickly so that Paul can get a synthetic lung and travel the world. Paul deserves it.

    • @HDIceWatch
      @HDIceWatch 3 роки тому +324

      hes paralyzed from the neck down... he needs more than a synthetic lung

    • @kostas_geo9720
      @kostas_geo9720 3 роки тому +298

      @@HDIceWatch a chair is enough so that someone can move him around

    • @ariangallegos4386
      @ariangallegos4386 3 роки тому +155

      @@HDIceWatch he could travel with a caretaker

    • @adela6715
      @adela6715 3 роки тому +78

      @@kostas_geo9720 He still needs the Iron Lung for most of the day or at the very least to sleep in it, as sad as it is, it would be very hard to travel with it.

    • @Rapper21971
      @Rapper21971 3 роки тому +40

      I think that Paul would be more happy moving around. But overall a care taker would be best

  • @asiasidoti5606
    @asiasidoti5606 3 роки тому +800

    He can't walk, he can't travel the world, he can't do many things and yet he did so much at the same time, and I'm the one who still feels hollow.

    • @marklarsen2235
      @marklarsen2235 3 роки тому +11

      Right when ppl are complaining about. Wi-Fi

    • @pepepepegavillage4550
      @pepepepegavillage4550 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you, finally someone with sense.

    • @shadow-369
      @shadow-369 3 роки тому +1

      Right

    • @djsquishy4447
      @djsquishy4447 3 роки тому +1

      @@marklarsen2235 I sometimes complain about Wi-fi and your comment made me rethink life

    • @stephaniecrosthwaite5644
      @stephaniecrosthwaite5644 3 роки тому +6

      Your feelings are still valid, wtf. Is ok to feel that way, don’t compare situations

  • @justryder5483
    @justryder5483 Місяць тому +8

    May he rest in peace

  • @EdwinHeida
    @EdwinHeida 8 місяців тому +18

    Sweet Paul, thank you for showing us your strength. It is so inspiring. Made a grown man cry.

  • @0cean144
    @0cean144 3 роки тому +1921

    Dear God
    I will never complain about my life ever again.

    • @MontageAaron
      @MontageAaron 3 роки тому +30

      Yes Hannah
      Let us not do that again

    • @SyariqulAlif
      @SyariqulAlif 3 роки тому +5

      Im sorry if this sounds mean
      But i realky wanted to know
      That is it his head and he got no body? Or he has a body but he needs to be in themachine ? Whoever answers me god bless u

    • @ziggyrebel
      @ziggyrebel 3 роки тому +15

      @@SyariqulAlif His whole body is in there because his lungs cannot function without it.

    • @JimmyBergman7
      @JimmyBergman7 3 роки тому +4

      Jesus is God 🦁

    • @SyariqulAlif
      @SyariqulAlif 3 роки тому +6

      @@JimmyBergman7 jesus isnt lion

  • @QueenCoCoaMocha
    @QueenCoCoaMocha 3 роки тому +595

    -survived polio
    -an amazing artist
    -graduated with honors
    -passed the bar as a lawyer in college
    -wrote a book
    We have absolutely no excuses!

    • @MoneyGangshorts
      @MoneyGangshorts 3 роки тому +13

      We have one exuse it’s called laziness

    • @MoneyGangshorts
      @MoneyGangshorts 3 роки тому +3

      Excuse*

    • @yourmumisaneek
      @yourmumisaneek 3 роки тому +3

      Well, he’s smart and I’m not

    • @lolbitnotofficial1506
      @lolbitnotofficial1506 3 роки тому +4

      @@MoneyGangshorts it’s not really laziness if he was lazy he couldn’t get anything done so he put lots of effort in his things he does

    • @MoneyGangshorts
      @MoneyGangshorts 3 роки тому +3

      @@lolbitnotofficial1506 no I meant I’m lazy

  • @frankspeaking
    @frankspeaking Місяць тому +3

    Unfathomable how someone can live a life like this, let alone achieve as much as he did. I suffer from chronic IBS and that is often enough to be debilitating at times. Pathetic compared to this man!
    Wow, a true example of mind over matter...
    RIP Mr Alexander 🙏

  • @Smooththatsme
    @Smooththatsme 5 місяців тому +26

    I don't think I have ever seen a person that is more determined. This man deserves all the respect he gets and much more

  • @Nacut6c
    @Nacut6c 3 роки тому +5618

    This man wrote a book with his mouth. That hit me. I see normal people everyday bitching about stuff or how they have bad luck or how stuff isnt working out. Myself included. Incredible story

    • @smolpp585
      @smolpp585 3 роки тому +240

      Different people with different situations bro, just because someone is worse off doesn't mean other people's problems in their lives aren't affecting them, just remember that. Were all different.

    • @kingofpopmjj
      @kingofpopmjj 3 роки тому +121

      @@smolpp585 i think he meant how people complain about the littlest things that don’t matter.

    • @asdkjgf
      @asdkjgf 3 роки тому +3

      TRUE

    • @xabirodriguezzz
      @xabirodriguezzz 3 роки тому +32

      everyone have their own problems, stfu and stop comparing ppl

    • @4tnitebenbeatz
      @4tnitebenbeatz 3 роки тому +6

      He wouldn't of made it with his mouth he would of told the story while others write it down.. Don't spread lies

  • @jpeto006
    @jpeto006 3 роки тому +16527

    This is fucking insane, this is the most determined human to ever live.

    • @ar13xx86
      @ar13xx86 3 роки тому +349

      @@denell1856 hii please dont force your religion onto others,thank you :))

    • @towarzyszmarcin474
      @towarzyszmarcin474 3 роки тому +8

      XDDDDDDDDDDD

    • @towarzyszmarcin474
      @towarzyszmarcin474 3 роки тому +35

      I imagine you type this in every video whith disabled people.

    • @towarzyszmarcin474
      @towarzyszmarcin474 3 роки тому +11

      @@ar13xx86 wtf

    • @ar13xx86
      @ar13xx86 3 роки тому +67

      @@towarzyszmarcin474 what?

  • @THEOLDPIXLEYFARM
    @THEOLDPIXLEYFARM Місяць тому +7

    Rest in Peace Paul
    🙏🕊️

  • @Dominik-cw1lh
    @Dominik-cw1lh 3 місяці тому +6

    This man is a true Inspiration and a fighter, a warrior. Some people with no disability have suicidal thoughts while this man lived his whole life laying down. A true hero

  • @huntercool2232
    @huntercool2232 Рік тому +2738

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

    • @freespiritable
      @freespiritable Рік тому +59

      What do we know of how he feels. Rarely you will see a depressed person express it openly, especially in such age.

    • @aiolos0053
      @aiolos0053 Рік тому +4

      Ça c'est certains je suis d'accord

    • @OneAndOnlyZekePolaris
      @OneAndOnlyZekePolaris Рік тому +9

      Idk about that, when one is ungreatful mostly means they don't want to live. This guy wants to live so he is always greatful.

    • @jodielitterell2128
      @jodielitterell2128 Рік тому +5

      @@freespiritable The man said it himself lmfao

    • @squishroll2183
      @squishroll2183 Рік тому +10

      @@jodielitterell2128 there are some people that like to keep stuff like that to themselves cuz honestly If it was me I would do the same but it's just my opinion.maybe the man did mean it and he did seem happy to me.

  • @angietheangelvlogs4201
    @angietheangelvlogs4201 3 роки тому +1843

    He is the living example of “When there’s a will, there’s a way”

    • @o.der_moralprediger.o1732
      @o.der_moralprediger.o1732 3 роки тому +8

      He's the living example of how it looks like to live in an iron lung.

    • @FrostyInUse
      @FrostyInUse 3 роки тому +1

      On god

    • @gamr3030
      @gamr3030 3 роки тому

      He is a great man

    • @zay_gzs5635
      @zay_gzs5635 3 роки тому

      Too bad he'll never built a wall again I mean there's somebody to not be able to walk for 60 years I think that would permanently immobilize you

    • @okaygerepied5388
      @okaygerepied5388 3 роки тому

      I wonder where he goes to the restroom

  • @eusuntporo
    @eusuntporo 2 місяці тому +2

    Rest in peace Dear Paul... may God bless you in heaven.. We should to appreciate more more more our lifes and stop crying for everything..

  • @radixreuel7631
    @radixreuel7631 2 місяці тому +4

    The human spirit is extraordinary Paul Alexander R.I.P ❤🙏🏿✨

  • @-kay-7967
    @-kay-7967 3 роки тому +31689

    he's a hero. i'm not kidding, this is the strongest guy i've ever seen before.

    • @Vxchaves
      @Vxchaves 3 роки тому +62

      do you like kidding ppl ?

    • @dhahijdhdh6695
      @dhahijdhdh6695 3 роки тому +348

      Well he does have lungs of iron

    • @AsmrAmeilo
      @AsmrAmeilo 3 роки тому +60

      I believe him

    • @undeadwarrior3867
      @undeadwarrior3867 3 роки тому +139

      That's not the definition of the word hero, my dude

    • @FeedCola
      @FeedCola 3 роки тому +66

      hero? yeah he’s amazing, but who did he save?

  • @sirRustyiron
    @sirRustyiron 3 роки тому +7135

    This man Paul has achieved more in life than most able-bodied people. He let nothing hold him back and lived a fulfilling life.

    • @Jayismynickname
      @Jayismynickname 3 роки тому +42

      I fell super sad for him

    • @cryptokingnftlover1109
      @cryptokingnftlover1109 3 роки тому +50

      mans now stuck in a massive flesh light

    • @ultramaga2398
      @ultramaga2398 3 роки тому +14

      Wow I'm impressed with all that he has accomplished 👍. I need to be more great full for what I do have.

    • @markkevinraguingan3194
      @markkevinraguingan3194 3 роки тому +54

      @@cryptokingnftlover1109 i hate u for making me laugh

    • @Thawhid
      @Thawhid 3 роки тому

      Oof

  • @maelle9700
    @maelle9700 10 місяців тому +4

    I was struggling all my life. But this reminds me that I am actually capable if I wanted to. He’s an inspiration to the hopeless. I will remember your wisdom. May God be with you always!

  • @labos7250
    @labos7250 4 місяці тому +12

    What a man and his mental strength is so inspiring. Makes you realise how fortunate most of us are.

  • @auto6788
    @auto6788 3 роки тому +2351

    He is probably the strongest person I will ever see.

    • @kiyodumpz
      @kiyodumpz 3 роки тому +9

      Yup

    • @frazixofficial842
      @frazixofficial842 3 роки тому +8

      Can't agree more

    • @kiyodumpz
      @kiyodumpz 3 роки тому +6

      @@frazixofficial842 if he is not strong he prob already died

    • @mont9150
      @mont9150 3 роки тому +10

      The real Iron Man

    • @dawidek4267
      @dawidek4267 3 роки тому +4

      Have you ever heard of Mariusz Pudzianowski?

  • @cheezchris
    @cheezchris 3 роки тому +3460

    I feel so ashamed for being lazy for just about anything.

  • @Gassenhauer1312
    @Gassenhauer1312 Місяць тому +4

    There are no words to discribe how great this man is/was. Biggest Respect to this fighting angel!

  • @saiaravindkondapaturi5659
    @saiaravindkondapaturi5659 8 місяців тому

    no words.... i will remember you for the rest of my life and whenever i feel bad about my life i will consider you as the reason to have a smile on my face sir.

  • @MeltingRougeSoul13
    @MeltingRougeSoul13 3 роки тому +808

    This man doesn't just have an iron lung. He has an iron will.

    • @canlan1
      @canlan1 3 роки тому +4

      YES

    • @sof-rh8jp
      @sof-rh8jp 3 роки тому +3

      Ikr

    • @Godlikeastro
      @Godlikeastro 3 роки тому +2

      He has like a titanium will this one!

    • @Meowlick
      @Meowlick 3 роки тому

      exactly :D!

    • @aberjaylopdollar1074
      @aberjaylopdollar1074 3 роки тому +3

      I am 67. I went to school with kids that suffered from polio. Non this severe. I am going thru a hard time. Now my challenge seems really small. In the Navy and Coast Guard, a job well done gets two special flags. BRAVO and ZULU. Job well done Paul!

  • @omarmirza4057
    @omarmirza4057 2 роки тому +2747

    This guy achieved so much in an iron lung. Imagine what he would've done if he wasn't crippled.

    • @walkersmith9009
      @walkersmith9009 2 роки тому +31

      Like Stephen Hawkings?

    • @victorteran9766
      @victorteran9766 2 роки тому +217

      Not much probably, his resilience comes from his condition

    • @rafadydkiemmacha7543
      @rafadydkiemmacha7543 2 роки тому +110

      @@victorteran9766 you are right. It's funny when people assume that someone would have the same drive in totally different environment.

    • @MTSGaming
      @MTSGaming 2 роки тому +34

      He prob would have been out partying and nailing chicks instead of achieving stuff if he wasn’t crippled

    • @vibhupal5797
      @vibhupal5797 2 роки тому +5

      @@victorteran9766 exactly the circumstances get to his success

  • @Yukeinchoyyuen
    @Yukeinchoyyuen 2 місяці тому +4

    Rest in peace 🙏🏾❤️ you’re free now

  • @MON_MOSO_MON
    @MON_MOSO_MON 2 місяці тому +6

    今日亡くなられたというニュースを聞きました。この場を借りて哀悼の意を捧げます。
    遠い異国の彼を見て人間の意志の力の素晴らしさを感じ、自身がつらいときやくじけそうになった時にポールさんのことを思い奮い立ったものです。
    少しでも彼のような強く・優しい人間になれるようこれからも頑張っていきたいと思います。
    本当にお疲れさまでした。そしてありがとうございました。

  • @King_Coconuts_IV
    @King_Coconuts_IV 3 роки тому +836

    Imagine staying in a confined body space for 70 years but still being able to live happily. This man is mentally strong.

    • @freezEware
      @freezEware 3 роки тому +4

      I think he can't even imagine what life could be instead of that, and for that reason he's happy.

    • @IngVivas
      @IngVivas 3 роки тому +18

      @@freezEware that could be, but he was not born that way and had some years to jump, run and live a normal life. So he already new what it was to move freely before ending up in that machine. So he definitely has one of the strongest mental determination in the world.

  • @BakaryD
    @BakaryD 3 роки тому +830

    Became a lawyer and wrote an autobiography with no body..
    Goddamn that's some motivation

    • @NetGuruINC
      @NetGuruINC 3 роки тому +3

      Dont Say Gods name in vain like that bro

    • @nathanielbaldevino5364
      @nathanielbaldevino5364 3 роки тому +13

      @@NetGuruINC Technically that's not His/Her name. More like a title given to an omniscient and all powerful being.

    • @fofysteen
      @fofysteen 3 роки тому +2

      @@NetGuruINC study about your religion

    • @oksomynameisjeff4212
      @oksomynameisjeff4212 3 роки тому +1

      @@fofysteen ye Im christian but everything i see in my religion is hypocritical

    • @rustygamerx147
      @rustygamerx147 3 роки тому

      the fact that he wrote the autobiography with his mouth is crazy

  • @Coolyoghurt22
    @Coolyoghurt22 2 місяці тому +5

    RIP Paul Alexander. Rest well legend.

  • @fallenangelcrimson
    @fallenangelcrimson 2 місяці тому +4

    rest in peace… you are free as a bird now… fly high above the skies…

  • @talezzless312
    @talezzless312 2 роки тому +2644

    Not being able to move for 1 day is already a nightmare for me. Can't imagine being this guy.
    He's a strong person

    • @I_WANT_MY_SLAW
      @I_WANT_MY_SLAW 2 роки тому +13

      This needs to be shown to every anti-vaxxer.

    • @ZenitsuKunn
      @ZenitsuKunn 2 роки тому +7

      @@EarlOSandwich what is the difference George

    • @ZenitsuKunn
      @ZenitsuKunn 2 роки тому +8

      @@EarlOSandwich how do u know ur immune though, still hope ure alright

    • @FluLemish
      @FluLemish 2 роки тому

      @@EarlOSandwich almost any sickness yea

    • @migmigeviota2109
      @migmigeviota2109 2 роки тому +1

      Have you tried not being able to move for 1 day?

  • @sandergjertsenstvold1051
    @sandergjertsenstvold1051 3 роки тому +1103

    This guy has been fighting for his life, constantly, for 59 years, with his back up against the wall, yet has accomplished more than most people without disabilities has. That's one strong man!

    • @mumuuuuuuuuuuuu
      @mumuuuuuuuuuuuu 3 роки тому +3

      Yeah

    • @vflitch
      @vflitch 3 роки тому +3

      Facts 🙏🏼

    • @LadyFurina24
      @LadyFurina24 3 роки тому +3

      That's a true person who lives in a hard way without feeling like its a hard way I think

    • @justacutedog3081
      @justacutedog3081 3 роки тому +3

      @Timmy Turner that wasn’t funny. Lives were lost and you want to joke about that?

    • @hyperbuilder
      @hyperbuilder 3 роки тому

      @Timmy Turner Okay 👌, that was funny but also not funny at the same time...

  • @MarleneWalker-su8ku
    @MarleneWalker-su8ku 3 місяці тому +7

    One of the greatest achievements and one of the greatest humans to have ever lived, without any doubt, truly humbled and inspired by this beautiful man

  • @reginadicicco4192
    @reginadicicco4192 2 місяці тому +3

    Rest in peace you sweet kind man. You were and are a truly inspiring man. I hope you are running and breathing free now. Wherever you are.

  • @keizercas6051
    @keizercas6051 3 роки тому +819

    The optimism of this man is beyond humanity.

    • @archthepumpkin9197
      @archthepumpkin9197 3 роки тому +6

      HE is beyond humanity himself, i would've already said to the doctors "Just get me outta here and let me die, i don't wanna live like this."

    • @concordmacdewnalds9962
      @concordmacdewnalds9962 3 роки тому +1

      He is the PERFECT example of what humans are capable of. He couldn't even breathe and he's out here being a lawyer and writing books.

    • @archthepumpkin9197
      @archthepumpkin9197 3 роки тому

      @Snoop Dogg We're on the same boat then, Fella

  • @BrandonWilliamyt
    @BrandonWilliamyt 3 роки тому +60650

    Wow, Paul had every reason to give up and be a victim of his circumstances yet he chose to persist and become something great. Truly an inspiration.

    • @chocoblush8255
      @chocoblush8255 3 роки тому +45

      @Princess Luna YT OwO exactly

    • @svasianfilipiname6603
      @svasianfilipiname6603 3 роки тому +114

      I wonder if he was able to marry and have children?.. if that was one of his dreams..!

    • @ranjeetsingh0911
      @ranjeetsingh0911 3 роки тому +36

      Wow Brandon loved to see you here.
      Keep inspiring us

    • @anshulanand02
      @anshulanand02 3 роки тому +7

      Woah u r here

    • @arson3360
      @arson3360 3 роки тому +28

      he looks so happy, he deserves better :)

  • @BillusTinnus
    @BillusTinnus 10 місяців тому +2

    What an incredibly inspiring guy, amazing! I can't help but feel incredibly grateful that we live among such wonderful people, he really shows you can do anything

  • @vibrantgleam
    @vibrantgleam 6 місяців тому +9

    This was so bittersweet. I feel bad for that happening to him but he is one of the strongest people I’ve ever seen and I hope he can continue doing so.

  • @bryanjensen2614
    @bryanjensen2614 2 роки тому +5540

    Watching this guy makes you realize how fortunate we are to have the use of our arms and legs....even on our worst days we can't compare to what he's gone through.

    • @mooncake6157
      @mooncake6157 2 роки тому +90

      We always need to thank god about the things he gives us thank 🙏

    • @thiago.alejandro
      @thiago.alejandro 2 роки тому +5

      Hey i'm Jensen too 👋

    • @mooncake6157
      @mooncake6157 2 роки тому +9

      @@thiago.alejandro wtf

    • @pureexistenceoutofjoy
      @pureexistenceoutofjoy 2 роки тому +77

      if someone have problems it doesn't mean your problems or someone's else's problems dont matter!
      every problem is a problem, not matter how bad it is.

    • @bryanjensen2614
      @bryanjensen2614 2 роки тому +19

      @@pureexistenceoutofjoy Thanks Captain Obvious.

  • @shubhambhardwaj6952
    @shubhambhardwaj6952 2 роки тому +4908

    By seeing his condition and his attitude towards life I am so inspired.

    • @50kdr
      @50kdr 2 роки тому +8

      no replys wut

    • @extrm161
      @extrm161 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/4G6e4TaJxkI/v-deo.html Αbsolutely this

  • @aubrieee_
    @aubrieee_ 4 місяці тому +3

    Massive respect to this man. His story is an inspiration to everyone especially me. It's moving

  • @baharmusavi
    @baharmusavi 10 місяців тому +4

    The world needs people more like this man , this man inspires how we should keep going even in terrible conditions , he deserves the respect 🤩👏🏻✨

  • @Milkra
    @Milkra 3 роки тому +1220

    “Your past, even your disability, does not have to define your future”
    Man.

    • @th3yluvva
      @th3yluvva 3 роки тому +4

      @@bored6621 why? A disability shouldnt stop you from achieving a dream?

    • @reese8050
      @reese8050 3 роки тому +1

      @@bored6621 At this point you are just agreeing

    • @TheJesielpenateshow
      @TheJesielpenateshow 3 роки тому

      Ivar the Boneless in a nutshell

    • @tropical9003
      @tropical9003 3 роки тому

      bruh when i read this is coming the phase he said this lol

    • @Tobi-bj7mj
      @Tobi-bj7mj 3 роки тому

      I rather just die then live the rest of my life like that cause that ain't even living no more that's just surviving with no purpose

  • @Lin-ri7qo
    @Lin-ri7qo Рік тому +3303

    I think the doctor who performed the tracheotomy on him should be praised just as much for not giving up on a child who was clearly on death's doorstep. Without doctors like that, this man wouldn't be here today to tell his amazing story.

    • @excaliber.
      @excaliber. Рік тому +97

      Most people wouldn't have the same mindset as this guy and would be better off dead. So 9/10 times a doctor like that would cause unimaginable suffering to patients.

    • @web3wizard381
      @web3wizard381 Рік тому +39

      @@excaliber. pretty much lmao just kill me

    • @lukayaroslav9914
      @lukayaroslav9914 Рік тому

      @@excaliber. Euthanasia can be performed later on but ok.

    • @trapper830
      @trapper830 Рік тому +10

      When other doctors gave up that one man refused to let death claim an innocent child and did evrything in his power to make damn well sure he didnt do so either

    • @jezreelbiagtan6013
      @jezreelbiagtan6013 Рік тому +5

      PAISED THE THE CREATOR not the creation..
      Praise the Lord for that doctor.for giving him brilliant knowledge to do tracheotomy..If God did want him to die,he is absolutely dead by now.Thanks for that doctor not to the extent to praised him.

  • @keira2973
    @keira2973 2 місяці тому +4

    RIP Paul 💕🕊💐

  • @mobgamer6346
    @mobgamer6346 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you, so much. You have inspired me to do great things. I thought I was suffering a lot, but it turns out there are people who are worse than me, but still continue to do great things. I won’t let anyone stop me from accomplishing my goals in life. ❤

  • @Typrocky
    @Typrocky 3 роки тому +604

    I can’t even imagine laying down inside that thing for literal years and not being able to go anywhere. Prayers for Paul! Truly a strong individual.

    • @yashk9
      @yashk9 3 роки тому +16

      Don't feel sorry for him. He didn't make himself a victim of his situation; instead he excelled in his life.

    • @aironnoles5588
      @aironnoles5588 3 роки тому

      There are pictures of him outside the iron lung so maybe he doesn't have to stay in it the entire time .

  • @zegunner7906
    @zegunner7906 2 роки тому +1594

    this guy is literally a legend. Cant even think about being like this for 1 week, yet he kept it up for almost 70 years

    • @TheRecluseJanitor
      @TheRecluseJanitor 2 роки тому +7

      Not a legend, but an inspiration.

    • @utahellapog69yearsago96
      @utahellapog69yearsago96 2 роки тому +7

      @@TheRecluseJanitor TRUE its so inspiring it shows so many people have such unfortunate things happen to them but still push on

    • @editme579
      @editme579 2 роки тому

      Yes!

    • @amandahahl1561
      @amandahahl1561 2 роки тому +1

      I recorded mi amor (violin and vocal cover) today can you watch it and reply to me now? 🙂

    • @amandahahl1561
      @amandahahl1561 2 роки тому

      Hi!

  • @kensleighgurske5921
    @kensleighgurske5921 2 місяці тому +3

    RIP Paul you will truly be missed!

  • @killswitch455
    @killswitch455 2 місяці тому +1

    This man is a warrior and inspiration to a lot of people. God bless you sir! You've overcome your disability and achieved great things, i salute you!

  • @paired
    @paired 3 роки тому +562

    The fact that he got it when he was 6, is depressing.
    And he kept fighting for 49 (or 48) years (2021).

    • @kathleenmansure7416
      @kathleenmansure7416 3 роки тому +30

      69 years (since 1952) which is truly incredible!

    • @griffiinator
      @griffiinator 3 роки тому +4

      @@kathleenmansure7416 ok I know this is like sad but- 69 haha.

    • @huynhlien6847
      @huynhlien6847 3 роки тому +1

      @@griffiinator ayy it’s my address number 😂

    • @griffiinator
      @griffiinator 3 роки тому

      @@huynhlien6847 lmaoo

    • @jcalhorrorstuff
      @jcalhorrorstuff 3 роки тому

      I kinda felt dissapointing, honestly i wished he made a nice life if reincarnated. Or in heaven.

  • @haroldasvaicekauskas4098
    @haroldasvaicekauskas4098 3 роки тому +1798

    I hate seeing people suffer like this. Look how genuinely good of a person he is, but underneath all that is decades of pain, unfathomable amounts of suffering. If you ever happen to read this comment, I hope God gives you all the mansions, all the endless happiness you deserve once you reach him. Ill pray for you, stay strong, you certainly made me stronger.

    • @mundanimes1413
      @mundanimes1413 3 роки тому +2

      @ً There is one

    • @mikestewart1930
      @mikestewart1930 3 роки тому +1

      sOOO sad 😭😭😭😭 ❤️❤️

    • @kristin332
      @kristin332 3 роки тому +1

      yeah

    • @DCW121
      @DCW121 3 роки тому +4

      I dont need mansions and money to be happy...😁

    • @menta1018
      @menta1018 3 роки тому +1

      @ً Should have made your comment more meaningful if you were going to make one at all then since you were going to be ghe first, just saying lol.

  • @morganlefay3284
    @morganlefay3284 10 місяців тому +10

    My life has changed dramatically since I started having severe neuropathic pains from Endometriosis.
    I thought about giving up so many times. It feels like I've lost everything and my body is not my body anymore.
    I also get sick a lot since taking hormones and medications and have severe pains all over my body and now it's my teeth.
    Paul is such and inspiration, I couldn't stop crying.
    Thank you Paul for motivating me to continue and having my diploma I will continue to l push through as much as I can.

  • @1gaylas
    @1gaylas 10 місяців тому

    Such an inspiration. Just when you feel like giving up listen to his story. Much respect.

  • @porky162yearsago9
    @porky162yearsago9 3 роки тому +995

    “Paul may have an iron lung but he has a golden soul and a diamond heart”. That part would make all of my family cry

    • @pergioserez
      @pergioserez 3 роки тому +5

      Hell it made me cry :((

    • @RickPatNB
      @RickPatNB 3 роки тому +1

      Plus an iron will!

    • @Paul-yf9oj
      @Paul-yf9oj 3 роки тому +1

      I scrolled down and saw this comment and then the video said the exact same words
      But that part is amazing and I like it

    • @sihamelyousfi6944
      @sihamelyousfi6944 3 роки тому +2

      That's made me cry💔

    • @wavefc8837
      @wavefc8837 3 роки тому +1

      🙏

  • @DMGentry
    @DMGentry 3 роки тому +536

    This man wasn't able to use his body, but was able to go to college, become a lawyer, and write a book using only his mouth. Paul is truly extraordinary. God bless him. I hope he lives a long and happy life filled with joy and love.

    • @littledumpling5614
      @littledumpling5614 3 роки тому +7

      meanwhile me over here with a full working body 👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️👁️

    • @emmajohnston1794
      @emmajohnston1794 3 роки тому +1

      @@littledumpling5614 how disrespectful

    • @rec3421
      @rec3421 3 роки тому +1

      @@littledumpling5614 damn thats mest up

    • @Tilvent
      @Tilvent 3 роки тому +1

      @@emmajohnston1794 He meant that he couldn't do that even with a full working body.

    • @Tilvent
      @Tilvent 3 роки тому

      @@rec3421 ^

  • @TheSiberianTravelDude
    @TheSiberianTravelDude 2 місяці тому +3

    Rest in peace ❤