A Teenager with Half a Brain (Life After a Hemispherectomy)

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@jenerhart7025
@jenerhart7025 2 жыл бұрын
She really had you on the ropes, Chris, didn't she? She has some very serious, deep questions for you. I love how she advocates for herself! Such a strong young lady!
@maxway1637
@maxway1637 2 жыл бұрын
She was advocating for herself greatly
@LynnFingerhut
@LynnFingerhut 2 жыл бұрын
She's very inquisitive. Nothing gets past her! Mr. Chris got interviewed!
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
I loved how she would stop him when he talked too fast or said too many things at once, and ask him to say it again. That will help her so much.
@abigaillabar8877
@abigaillabar8877 2 жыл бұрын
Very me
@laurelmvh
@laurelmvh 2 жыл бұрын
Great point!!! This is my impression of her too! If she gave me permission to be her friend, I would be honored 😊
@c.mcafeeart1247
@c.mcafeeart1247 2 жыл бұрын
"Give me more suggestions, honey" My heart melted! She's amazing.
@urmother2090
@urmother2090 2 жыл бұрын
“Affir-who?!” She cracks me up
@MrsOrtiz-m9y
@MrsOrtiz-m9y Жыл бұрын
I loved that!
@wendysalas2815
@wendysalas2815 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, that was so adorable. She is truly amazing!
@LinneaAnn01
@LinneaAnn01 Жыл бұрын
same
@maxgleiberman2595
@maxgleiberman2595 Жыл бұрын
Too good!🤣
@ESSBrew
@ESSBrew 2 жыл бұрын
"How can I have happy thoughts in my head?" That is such a hard question. Many adults struggle with that everyday.
@kmorris101
@kmorris101 2 жыл бұрын
Yes..our own brain can sometimes be our worst enemy..
@JoshiTheKitsune
@JoshiTheKitsune 2 жыл бұрын
Same, I'm 15 and sometimes my brain and I will argue.
@shalacarter5798
@shalacarter5798 2 жыл бұрын
@Sarcastic Fox I hope that you are getting help. When I was your age there was no help. And it was terrible. It wasn’t until I was in college that my uncle sent me to a psychiatrist.
@shalacarter5798
@shalacarter5798 2 жыл бұрын
@@JoshiTheKitsune I understand that! I hope that you are getting help. Blessings to you
@williammurray5135
@williammurray5135 2 жыл бұрын
Happy thoughts are internal, which is joy. You can get joy from serving others and getting together with people who help change your negative perspective. It’s just a perspective issue :)
@carolinematusevich889
@carolinematusevich889 Жыл бұрын
And because of her young age, plus neuroplasticity, she's gonna make even more improvements. She's definitely a medical miracle.
@2xkonan
@2xkonan Жыл бұрын
The fact she has a brain split in half and capable of this is still mind boggling to me
@kimberlychicago7608
@kimberlychicago7608 Жыл бұрын
The brain is remarkable. I had a massive stoke and had to learn everything again. I learned by repetition, repetition, repetition. She is young. She will succeed!
@lauryn6059
@lauryn6059 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Her future is very bright.
@PBMS123
@PBMS123 Жыл бұрын
@@2xkonan it's not just split, its no longer connected, and most of the diseased hemisphere was removed. This is different to corpus callosotomy, where the brain is split through the corpus callosum, but both hemispheres are still functional and providing brain function.
@PBMS123
@PBMS123 Жыл бұрын
The brain is just sooo so amazing.
@mirrormirror128
@mirrormirror128 2 жыл бұрын
She’s a groovy teen! When she said she minds her own business to avoid the noise, I felt that. Glad to see this family is so supportive and full of love.
@isaiahblue7269
@isaiahblue7269 2 жыл бұрын
I feel bad that she lost all previous memories. I couldn't imagine. She seems so happy.
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
@@isaiahblue7269 It sounds like her life before the surgery was very difficult.
@DJ-iu5bb
@DJ-iu5bb Жыл бұрын
as someone with high functioning autism I def felt that in my soul like I go in a bar I cant handle it I broke down crying one time cause this bartender made fun of me I dont mean to Trauma Dump on anybody but my Aunt didnt realize how fragile I was I feel better like Sleeping with Cats and taking care of them and feeding them then mean people Shes cool that she has a cool family that supports her I just hope that she gets the right support and everything I dont even know how to take care of myself sometimes so I can imagine the challenges ahead of her
@nylometer73
@nylometer73 12 күн бұрын
@@isaiahblue7269 something of note, in addition to what the other commenter said above, is that you dont form any memories before or after having a single seizure, for at least 30 seconds before and 1 minute after, to up to like 30mins-hours before or after. My sister has epilepsy and as soon as she comes to, we have to tell her why she is on the floor in the middle of the day in the living room. She never has any idea whatsoever. This is true for (ive heard) all people who have seizures. I dont have epilepsy but i have had one medication induced seizure and the only thing i remember is waking up in a puddle of my spit afterwards after lying unconscious for a couple minutes following my convulsions. I had no memory of the rest of the day before it happened, but i do remember afterwards that i woke up in my marine biology class before i got taken to the hospital. My memory for the rest of the day after those 2 foggy memories is also pretty much gone. It’s likely that this poor girl didn’t have much ability to form memories properly before receiving the hemispherectomy. Im really glad that she was able to get such a life-saving intervention and that it helped her so much.
@carrenjoye8013
@carrenjoye8013 Жыл бұрын
Our daughter had the same surgery in 2010 when she was 11 years old. She's been seizure-free ever since! And she, too, does things we and the doctors never thought she would, such as horseback riding. She, too, has very few memories from before the surgery. We thank the Lord for that surgery! So happy for your family!
@Im_Rainrot
@Im_Rainrot Жыл бұрын
Why do you not thank the Lord for letting her have seizures and needing to have half her brain removed? That's not very loving
@toastyskyshroom
@toastyskyshroom Жыл бұрын
@@Im_Rainrotyou need to step back and think to yourself what the purpose of saying that is. What do you want to accomplish with that?
@Im_Rainrot
@Im_Rainrot Жыл бұрын
@@toastyskyshroom to question faith, as all should
@Im_Rainrot
@Im_Rainrot Жыл бұрын
@@toastyskyshroom To question faith.
@thelingeringartist
@thelingeringartist 11 ай бұрын
@@Im_Rainrotnot everyone worships. It’s okay. We can live fulfilling and good-intentioned lives without worship.
@luisvonbismarck974
@luisvonbismarck974 2 жыл бұрын
This girl is pure joy, it's impossible not to like her. Props to her fantastic family for having her in their life and to the neurosurgeons for such an amazing job.
@Plutomaniaa
@Plutomaniaa 2 жыл бұрын
and she still got that sass lol
@ericdraven420
@ericdraven420 2 жыл бұрын
he never "dumbs" down the conversation with any of his new friends
@XluthiferX
@XluthiferX 11 ай бұрын
agreed so much, he's very good at shifting between seriousness and excitement too, he'll completely listen to them when it's a more serious question/conversation.
@na2672
@na2672 2 жыл бұрын
Let the mom know you can install a toothpaste holder to the bathroom , it’s kinda like a soap dispenser at a public restroom. I thought it was silly when I saw it at first (it was someone who was rich and lazy to push a tube) but I think it would be perfect in this situation! It might be costly but I think it would really help her in the long run and make her feel independent. That’s so important for people , independence is like freedom :)
@YocyX7
@YocyX7 2 жыл бұрын
Pin this comment !
@DubMass11
@DubMass11 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful suggestion!
@Metaphoreign
@Metaphoreign 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! And they're not expensive at all!
@na2672
@na2672 2 жыл бұрын
@@Metaphoreign I had no idea , that’s great !
@audreymcknight
@audreymcknight 2 жыл бұрын
pin the comment
@karengolder457
@karengolder457 2 жыл бұрын
My daughter is a similar age and has had a left hemispherotomy- she’s so similar!! Much love to this fellow hemi family! X
@christinafelten
@christinafelten 2 жыл бұрын
Much love to you and your daughter! Mikisa would love to make some online friends who are similar to her. Let me know if you're interested in having them connect. One of the parts of the interview that wasn't shown was that she was grilling Chris on how to find "community." She doesn't have many friends outside of school.
@user-jb1mb5xh9t
@user-jb1mb5xh9t 2 жыл бұрын
Just reactivating this thread! I hope you saw the lovely comment from Mikisa's mother regarding potentially connecting your daughters as friends!
@katvelyte
@katvelyte 2 жыл бұрын
I hope you guys got in contact :)
@brettfeinbaum
@brettfeinbaum Жыл бұрын
@@christinafeltenTHIS IS AMAZING!!!
@felipegonzalez6139
@felipegonzalez6139 Жыл бұрын
Cuéntenos más por favor!!! Estos casos aportan algo valioso del conocimiento del cerebro 🙏🙏
@ShiftyCDN
@ShiftyCDN 2 жыл бұрын
Epilepsy is terrible. The treatment is either being medicated for life and/or brain surgery. I had a portion of brain removed, and it changed my life forever--I cannot imagine having to go to such an extreme extent to treat such a mentally and physically draining ailment. Glad to hear she's seizure free! Edit: Temporal lobe surgery stopped the tonic-clonics but I still get partial seizures.
@Tea_enthusiast
@Tea_enthusiast 2 жыл бұрын
I hope you're doing great now!
@xbrandi12345x
@xbrandi12345x 2 жыл бұрын
How old were you when you had part of your brain removed?? What kind of challenges did this create for you?? To me, it sounds scary as hell but I have seen enough seizures happen to understand why someone would make a choice to have such a surgery. I am sorry you had to go through that but if it cured a medical issue for you, I am glad you don't have to suffer with the issue anymore.
@leahtv7778
@leahtv7778 2 жыл бұрын
No they've actually invented a chip that can be implanted in the brain that regulates brain activity, halting seizures or lessening the frequency/severity. A girl got it done on Netflix's "Diagnosis." I'm sure not everyone is a candidate for it tho
@naturegirl2110
@naturegirl2110 2 жыл бұрын
They don't call it a disability, but it is. It affects your life in so many ways. Thankfully I'm on the other side. Last year I finally got clearance to get my learners permit. I feel like my life is just starting in my 40s. I'm finally getting my independence.
@shelby6
@shelby6 2 жыл бұрын
@@naturegirl2110 it really is. Even though mine has been controlled for many years, people don't realise the emotional toll it can take, knowing that you have to always be cautious to avoid triggers, I can't just relax and let loose at a college party like my friends because i have to be aware. The anxiety that one gets going to a neuro and having your meds upped because they saw some abnormalities in your EEG. It's also embarrassing because of the stigma attached. I hardly tell anyone unless I NEED to
@Nattielockx
@Nattielockx 2 жыл бұрын
"Maybe I can be positive to myself, Maybe I can think kindly to myself." This brought tears to my eyes. This young lady can teach us all something. Half-brain or full brain - she defo has a sweet huge heart ❤️
@chrismiller3757
@chrismiller3757 2 жыл бұрын
My gosh my heart melted seeing her coming up with her own affirmation, you could see how happy it made her to say that to herself
@saundramoody4756
@saundramoody4756 2 жыл бұрын
😊
@Virtuous1978
@Virtuous1978 Жыл бұрын
😢😢 Yes ........ There's a genius in there , fight , determination
@sophie1564
@sophie1564 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is so expressive, inquisitive, intelligent, determined, and confident. I love how she advocated for herself and wasn't afraid to ask questions - very important, profound questions. Go go go Mikisa! You have such a bright future ahead of you!
@myob3839
@myob3839 Жыл бұрын
ugh so proud of her 💜
@Celisar1
@Celisar1 Жыл бұрын
She is a sweet child but cognitively disabled. I hope she has a happy life ahead but don’t see from where you got the „such a bright future“ part.
@IslamicSunnahGuidance
@IslamicSunnahGuidance Жыл бұрын
@@Celisar1You should probably commence reading some neurology, and specifically about the relevant medical case. Otherwise, you’ll never understand what we mean.
@darthbahnsen3832
@darthbahnsen3832 Жыл бұрын
@@IslamicSunnahGuidance you're too gentle. more like.....@celisar go grab a dictionary, look up every word in its respective usage in relation to the OP's statement " You have such a bright future ahead of you," agree that the OP's statement is pristinely factual, and then apologize for making yourself sound like an utter and abysmal failure of a youtube commenter.
@stevenswiel8015
@stevenswiel8015 Жыл бұрын
One day you will be smart enough to still go to university. God has miracles
@RhododendraLynn
@RhododendraLynn 2 жыл бұрын
When she said, "Oh I know! I am helpful!" I smiled so big. It was so nice to watch her start to understand the concept of affirmations and the moment where she thought of one herself. That must be so rewarding as an educator. Great job, Chris. But mostly, great job Mikisa. Don't ever stop asking questions. It is the best way to learn!
@SacredWaves
@SacredWaves Жыл бұрын
Toothpaste on the toothbrush... there are auto dispensers for toothpaste now. You place the brush under the sensor, and it places the paste on the brush. Wonderful help for those with difficulty. I purchased one for my friends son. He wanted to brush on his own as well, and has the same hinderance. He cant squeeze the tune and hold the brush too, so... a dispenser worked for him. Just a thought.
@loisdungey3528
@loisdungey3528 11 ай бұрын
That's awesome. Would work for all types of disabilities.
@Jane-vs3ey
@Jane-vs3ey 3 ай бұрын
Which company makes them?
@SacredWaves
@SacredWaves 3 ай бұрын
@@Jane-vs3ey Look online. There are any companies making the dispensers... a few making the pre-pasted disposables.
@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023
@Jazzy.girl.Sarah2023 2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad she doesn't remember the trauma of the awful seizures. She is so smart and well spoken.
@meahdahlgren5875
@meahdahlgren5875 Жыл бұрын
Right
@KrystalHarwood-z1b
@KrystalHarwood-z1b Жыл бұрын
no offense to her but she reminds me of a kindly old woman
@DigiLas
@DigiLas Жыл бұрын
Oh my word. She's so eager to learn. She's free to say when she doesn't understand something. I'm in love with her. Watching this just melted my heart.
@julieweegens
@julieweegens 2 жыл бұрын
I love that halfway through this has turned into her interviewing you.
@yesterdaydream
@yesterdaydream 2 жыл бұрын
Blatantly asking for practical suggestions is something I want to make my brain do more often!
@Chocolatedrop50
@Chocolatedrop50 2 жыл бұрын
YES.....I was laughing because she started interviewing Chris and keeping him on his toes with those questions. He couldn't by pass anything too fast before she asked, what that means or give me some suggestions Mr. Chris. I LOVE IT 😍. She's functioning fine. Out of all these many interviews he's done, I never saw him being interviewed by a possible journalist.
@moniquehamilton5195
@moniquehamilton5195 9 ай бұрын
@@Chocolatedrop50 Each time she called him Mr. Chris, I was touched. Thanks Mom and Dad.
@carisaunders2346
@carisaunders2346 Жыл бұрын
"Give me some suggestions, honey." Haha, i love how she kept putting you on the spot. What a beautiful girl.
@lovingmayberry307
@lovingmayberry307 2 жыл бұрын
The one-on-one time between Mikisa and Chris was beautiful and enlightening. It shows how much she understands, but more importantly, how much she wants to learn. She'll go far and i have no doubt she will do well in an independent, semi- supervised living situation. You're adorable, Mikisa! 💞😊💜
@blake4604
@blake4604 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful conversation between them- great questions and great responses, from both!
@beccac6812
@beccac6812 Жыл бұрын
Chris truly has a gift for communicating with anyone in a respectful way , and actually connecting to them. He is so patient , so intuitive .
@ShawnGetty-eb1gj
@ShawnGetty-eb1gj 10 ай бұрын
100 percent agree. His ability to make everyone feel comfortable is unmatched. Chris might be the kindest person to ever exist.
@TheNoonie50
@TheNoonie50 2 жыл бұрын
12:01 When she folded her arms, and said "Give me some suggestions honey"!!! My heart....:) Keeping Mr Chris on his toes. Love this family. Mikisa is lovely.
@juliannehughes8753
@juliannehughes8753 2 жыл бұрын
"Give me some suggestions honey" omg I love Makisa she is hilarious such great dialogue between you two. It's amazing how strong she is and hasn't seemed to loose any personality through her struggles💕
@zweij
@zweij 2 жыл бұрын
The fact that such an operation is possible and can leave a human body functioning so well is incredible... Hugs from Poland!
@dru1432
@dru1432 2 жыл бұрын
"She's already an artist." What a cliffhanger. I'd like to see her art! 🧡
@katvelyte
@katvelyte 2 жыл бұрын
I'm hoping we get a follow up on her. She's so sweet, polite and interested in what people have to tell her and I would love to see some of her art too.
@stephanieoregan
@stephanieoregan 2 жыл бұрын
"How do you deal with all the noise?" "I mind my own business." If only more people lived by this standard.
@jeremiahallyn4603
@jeremiahallyn4603 2 жыл бұрын
Isn't that the absolute truth! A lot of people could learn from this awesome girl 👏
@TheRainbowGal
@TheRainbowGal Жыл бұрын
I’ve watched a LOT of these and they all bring me joy but man… Mikisa is pure JOY.
@kristinsawinski2072
@kristinsawinski2072 2 жыл бұрын
She is so amazing! The way she asks questions of Chris about how to be independent and positive in herself.
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
Yes! And she keeps asking for clarification when he says something she doesn't understand or when he doesn't answer what she was trying to ask.
@DARKINBLADE.
@DARKINBLADE. 2 жыл бұрын
I’m really surprised with how intelligent she is when speaking. She could be a motivational speaker as an adult, easily.
@NoitisOpposition
@NoitisOpposition 2 жыл бұрын
She's so sweet. I don't know why but she gives me granny vibes when she does that, "ooo" and called Chris, "honey"😂 adorable.
@MossyMozart
@MossyMozart Жыл бұрын
Mikisa really talked Chris into a corner! You go, young woman! And what a lovely man to embrace this special child with special needs and take on the role of her daddy. Mommy is golden, too - VERY golden!
@4cassilyfe
@4cassilyfe 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is such a teenager. She wants to be more independent. I am so glad her parents adopted her and she is being cared for.
@pollypocket7125
@pollypocket7125 2 жыл бұрын
She is hungry to learn and it is so beautiful I almost cried just seeing her vibrant eyes and how well she articulated herself! If I were her mom I’d be very proud of this young woman! Good job, encouraging her Chris!!!
@tessam11
@tessam11 2 жыл бұрын
My number one tip for working on increasing independence is talking to an occupational therapist, if that’s a possibility for their family (and if they haven’t already). I’m an occupational therapy student right now but so much of what occupational therapists work on is focused on improving quality of life and helping people of all ages and abilities to be more independent in the areas they want to!
@ClearwaterKB
@ClearwaterKB 2 жыл бұрын
My son struggled with completing multi step instruction, including almost all ADLs. Within 6 months, his positive progression into independence was insanely miraculous. Does it mean he can perfectly complete all ADLs without assistance or direction, no. But, I no longer have to wash his face, brush his teeth/hair, get him dressed and get his shoes on every single day.
@shalacarter5798
@shalacarter5798 2 жыл бұрын
When I was five years old, my uncle Lester had a stroke. This would have been in 1970. His occupational therapist had him make jewelry. The stroke affected his right side so it was a struggle. But he was amazing! He would buy slabs of semi precious stones and cut them and set them. I still have pieces of jewelry that he made. I was so proud of him.
@rtracy1216
@rtracy1216 Жыл бұрын
As a practicing ot provider out in the world I would suggest the same thing, not just in the school setting, especially since self care is so important to her
@PTS74
@PTS74 8 ай бұрын
She's so sweet and happy, I wish nothing but the best for Mikisa and her family.
@AlishaHerbiederbie
@AlishaHerbiederbie 2 жыл бұрын
I love that she asks for examples, it takes a smart person to ask for the answers we don't have!
@eden2hot
@eden2hot Жыл бұрын
i love how clear she is with how she speaks, even if she cant quite get the right word she knows what shes trying to say and i love the fact she will correct him every single time. i didnt even know surviving like how she does was possible, but shes more than surviving.
@TheKelseyRosie
@TheKelseyRosie 2 жыл бұрын
The fact that she is just so joyful over her dad making lunch for her everyday. Brought tears to my eyes. The simplest acts can make someone feel so incredibly loved. ❤
@bawkhiss
@bawkhiss Жыл бұрын
She’s absolutely amazing and so motivating.. prime example of what a true loving, kind human being should be. She wants to know every single detail of how things work, she loves learning and that is truly working out in her favor ❤
@shilohsmischief
@shilohsmischief 2 жыл бұрын
Hearing her talk about how she wants to think about herself made me wonder what she does think about herself ☹️ She’s so bright in terms of intelligence AND personality, and her smile matches that personality too ♥️
@margaritakmp
@margaritakmp 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, you could see her reluctance to call herself smart or strong, she wasn't happy until she found one that she agreed already described her. My aunt has an intellectual disability and she hates when people call her smart, which breaks my heart. It's clear she has an internal monologue, we will just never get to know what it's saying.
@shilohsmischief
@shilohsmischief 2 жыл бұрын
@@margaritakmp right!! The fact that the one she wanted to use was “I’m helpful” gave me some insight into the fact that she feels like her worth is tied to how much she can do for others. I hope she’s able to see how important she is regardless of how helpful she is to others. I hope the same for your aunt ☹️
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
@@margaritakmp I can sort of understand why someone with an intellectual disability might be uncomfortable being called smart. I guess it might feel like when people say that to you, they're implying that being smart is very important and one of the best things and that it would be very bad not to be smart? And you know that you have an intellectual disability so aren't necessarily 'smart' in the most common definition of the word. Maybe they need to have a discussion about different things people mean when they say smart?
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
@@shilohsmischief Being helpful is a great thing to be though! She should be proud of being helpful :). As well as many other things, not just that, but it is a good thing to be.
@shilohsmischief
@shilohsmischief 2 жыл бұрын
@@junbh2 I agree that being helpful is valuable! I also think that everyone deserves to have an identity that’s separate from what they can do for others
@Acovado0222
@Acovado0222 2 жыл бұрын
She is so bright. She can light up the room whoever she goes. She truly is a blessing and her parents are blessed to have her as their daughter. You can tell that she would be an amazing friend to have as well 😊
@Bicth97
@Bicth97 2 жыл бұрын
She is amazing. Her pre-surgery life sounds like it was very difficult, it's incredible how much the damaged brain must have been weighing her down. I'm happy she can live the rest of her life safe and sound with a caring family.
@kaylanoel1868
@kaylanoel1868 2 жыл бұрын
I love how aware of herself she is! She speaks so well to you and really effectively communicated her thoughts and questions. She's incredible
@vdussaut9182
@vdussaut9182 2 жыл бұрын
It’s hard to explain how I can feel so much love for someone I don’t even know. This sweet girl is just breaking my heart with joy from how precious and happy and honest and adorable she is. Her singing to her sister and seeing the love her sisters have for her is bringing tears to my eyes. I’m so moved, just wow.
@amandajovel
@amandajovel 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly how I feel too ❤
@lifeasquay1025
@lifeasquay1025 Жыл бұрын
Aw I love her so much. Shoutout to the family who adopted her and brought her in. It looks like she has braids so that’s really inspiring that they are still teaching her culture in her life. Make sure her hair is on point always don’t want this baby to be teased she’s such a sweetheart but kids can be mean!
@cameronb1528
@cameronb1528 2 жыл бұрын
So absolutely fantastic! Love her sense of humour so much! Literally laughed out loud when she called MrChris “honey”
@sadierockins9290
@sadierockins9290 2 жыл бұрын
Same! 😄
@heatherphelps7379
@heatherphelps7379 2 жыл бұрын
Me too! 🤗
@akasharamirez5715
@akasharamirez5715 2 жыл бұрын
🍯🍯🍯💁🏼
@pollypocket7125
@pollypocket7125 2 жыл бұрын
This has to be one of my very favorite interviews I’ve seen Chris facilitate, and I have watched for YEARS! This girl is a rock star! 🎉❤
@balaam_7087
@balaam_7087 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so so happy your seizures are all gone Mikisa! And trust me, it’s hard for a lot of us to power through all the challenges and mishaps life throws our way. You’re in good company!
@EV1973
@EV1973 2 жыл бұрын
This was magical to watch. Her thirst for conversation and your dialogue was everything pure in this world and the most honest example of hope and kindness i have ever seen.
@kendra8888
@kendra8888 2 жыл бұрын
She is so sweet, witty, and eager to learn.
@joanspragg9395
@joanspragg9395 2 жыл бұрын
Wow this young lady is an intelligent lady, I think the questions she was asking you Chris really put you on the spot a couple of times. I am happy to see so much love in this family. The mom is great to speak intelligently when answering questions and not just saying anything just to give an answer. I wish this family lots of love and happiness for the future 💛🐝🌻
@jacquesc0usteau
@jacquesc0usteau 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is wonderful! I think a toothpaste dispenser that squeezes it out could be really helpful for the teeth brushing! You just put the tube into it and it works on a sensor.
@taylor3950
@taylor3950 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great idea!
@owmyeyeseverythingissobright
@owmyeyeseverythingissobright 2 жыл бұрын
simple and effective, great idea
@LK-3000
@LK-3000 2 жыл бұрын
An awesome suggestion!
@imanirussellactor
@imanirussellactor 2 жыл бұрын
was just thinking this! great suggestion
@marytermini1381
@marytermini1381 3 ай бұрын
What a sweet, outgoing young lady. She'll definitely be able to hold a job after she graduates. I wish her a lot of success!
@jordanknotts3424
@jordanknotts3424 2 жыл бұрын
My gym/health teacher in middle school’s son had to had this procedure due to seizures as well. I recall that he explained to the class about his sons condition and some kid asked “do you ever call him half brain?” The whole class was silent but the teacher just chuckled and said no we don’t call him that. The whole class immediately shamed and roasted him for his insensitivity. If anyone ever tries to bring you down just remember you’ll always have supporters and people to have your back! This was a great interview
@yesterdaydream
@yesterdaydream 2 жыл бұрын
Yikes! There are curious, well-meaning questions, and then there's...that kind of question. Wish I could've been a fly on the wall to witness the reaction of your empathetic class! Hope that kid learned a lesson without being too traumatized himself lol
@lolsamftw
@lolsamftw 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry but I burst out laughing at this comment it just sounds like awkward
@roleat
@roleat 2 жыл бұрын
It's not a crazy question for a kid who thinks abnormally. Maybe his parents point out his flaws.
@MintyMoni
@MintyMoni 2 жыл бұрын
I love that kids are becoming more aware and sensitive now adays. I think it's actually pretty cool that the class roasted the guy trying to clown on a disabled kid rather than laughing along with him. Good on em.
@sydneychristensen2058
@sydneychristensen2058 2 жыл бұрын
It was so cute that she was asking so many questions. She has such drive to learn and get better and she will do great things!!
@oluwatoyinshuaib500
@oluwatoyinshuaib500 2 жыл бұрын
I love Mikisa...she took Chris to task. Well done Chris 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😊👍🏼😊
@myob3839
@myob3839 Жыл бұрын
i really really really loved getting to see teacher and mentor chris not just behind the camera chris. this interaction highlighted why he’s doing what he does and why there is no one better suited for it.
@Nan-59
@Nan-59 2 жыл бұрын
I just LOVE ❤️ this interview! This girl is really keeping Chris on his toes! Love it! ❤️‍🔥
@deborahkelly1489
@deborahkelly1489 2 жыл бұрын
Haaahaa, that was exactly what I was thinking. She is giving Chris a run for his money, it’s keeping him on his toes. Great interview !
@livicent208
@livicent208 Жыл бұрын
Mikisa is such a cool young woman. She so eager to learn and also very open about what she wants to learn and where she struggles. That’s an important skill!!😊 also her relationship with her mum is loving and heartwarming, I immediately texted my mum 🙈❤️
@bluefirekin-aria
@bluefirekin-aria 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my heart, Mikisa you are fabulous! I loved when she said people need to ask her permission to be her friend. What an insightful reply. She knows her self worth and has great boundaries. What a beautiful, bright spark she has!
@princess_ama
@princess_ama 2 жыл бұрын
I watched a video about Mikisa’s adoption from Uganda many years ago. Glad to know she’s doing alright. 😊
@TheEternityForce
@TheEternityForce 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa has so much personality, and able to put into words problems that I would've struggled with. Like how she describes anxiety and the difficulty of taking care of oneself. Her ability to voice her frustrations in a calm, cute manner when she couldn't understand the question is actually inspiring. Mom and Dad have done excellent to teach her communication skills, that myself lack. What a wonderful real and loving family.
@AveryLiddicoat
@AveryLiddicoat Ай бұрын
I LOVE her! I start a new job as a Behavioral Intervener this month for children with diverse neurological abilities and I've been watching your interviews non-stop. Your demeanor and personal skills are incredible, and I am surely taking mental notes for when I begin my practice. Thank you for spreading awareness!
@meierboy97
@meierboy97 2 жыл бұрын
As someone with a seizure disorder, mine is autoimmune encephalitis so its inflammation in my brain, I am so happy to hear she is doing so much better and hasn't relapsed. She seems to be doing really well with what she is going through, I can't imagine. I was so impressed by her speech.
@bepowerification
@bepowerification 2 жыл бұрын
Autoimmune encephalitis sounds horrible.. wish you all the best
@Laura-kl7vi
@Laura-kl7vi 2 жыл бұрын
Sending you best wishes as well!
@meierboy97
@meierboy97 2 жыл бұрын
@@bepowerification thanks, I've had it for about a year now, and now I have 4 autoimmune inflammatory conditions. I've had Crohn's for about 10 years and this one for the past year. Had 6 hospitalizations for seizures in that time. Thankfully been out since September.
@meierboy97
@meierboy97 2 жыл бұрын
@@Laura-kl7vi thank you, I'm staying strong and doing my best, my family is really helpful.
@meierboy97
@meierboy97 2 жыл бұрын
And I'm only 25
@Jalamo07
@Jalamo07 Жыл бұрын
This is my favorite interview. She is too cute and smart
@fluffy2840TTV
@fluffy2840TTV 2 жыл бұрын
Having only half your brain and being able to function as much as she can is such a blessing from God for her!!! I love how everytime it was just her and you on camera she was asking you for advice on how to make her life more independant and easier. I probably also do that if I ever got to meet you, Chris
@catanonimus7
@catanonimus7 2 жыл бұрын
Lol, what a blessing from God to leave a child with half of her brain. Brilliant. Do you, believers, ever hear yourself?
@diane9247
@diane9247 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my, just surviving cerebral malaria at all is remarkable. You're a great girl, Mikisa! Keep drawing, keep painting, keep singing! 💕😽💕
@Jakeysfavoriteperson
@Jakeysfavoriteperson 2 жыл бұрын
She is a beautiful teenager and I'm happy that she's thriving!
@Yooperskepticz
@Yooperskepticz 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is such an adorable young woman! Her wonderful personality just leaps off the screen. It's totally normal for a person her age to want greater independence, and she has a great attitude for going about it. Her parents were wonderful, great interactions. Such a happy video!
@roserichter7834
@roserichter7834 2 жыл бұрын
I could not help but smiling watching this sweet soul!
@BethAldermanRochelle
@BethAldermanRochelle 7 ай бұрын
Loved this! That young lady is such a blessing, as are her parents. Chris does such a great job with these young people. I also LOVE how he always puts the captions up on the screen. Thumbs up! Beth in Raleigh, NC
@bubblesxo
@bubblesxo 2 жыл бұрын
I love her so much she’s so open to learn and improve herself despite her circumstances. It’s making me tear up. We could all learn from her.
@yesterdaydream
@yesterdaydream 2 жыл бұрын
Love how eager Mikisa is to learn new things! Accommodation suggestions: Maybe try brushing with mouthwash on the toothbrush if that is easier. Or put mouthwash/toothpaste in your mouth and then brush. I believe there are also some pre-pasted brushes, and pre-portioned toothpaste dots you can chew a bit so it turns pasty. Good luck!!
@LK-3000
@LK-3000 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a wonderful suggestions. This community is so helpful.
@bubblesxo
@bubblesxo 2 жыл бұрын
Yes this is a great idea plus the suggestions for automatic toothpaste dispensing devices.
@jeremybyington
@jeremybyington 2 жыл бұрын
I also quickly discovered that automatic toothpaste dispensers were a thing when I was thinking about how there are automatic soap dispensers, but I can see a real benefit in learning to stick the paste in her mouth first because she can do that anywhere like a friend’s house or a hotel and not worry that she forgot the dispenser at home or whatever. Sometimes simple is better.
@slc1161
@slc1161 2 жыл бұрын
Mouth swabs. They have paste in them. You wet, brush, rinse brush, then dip into mouthwash.
@sportsfan9040
@sportsfan9040 2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestions! There's also toothpaste dispensers that put the right amt on the brush for u
@chasepenn9790
@chasepenn9790 Жыл бұрын
Oh my lord this is beautiful. What a sassy young lady! She made me laugh whenever she said "Well give me some suggestions, honey" haha it's amazing how capable she is and how much of her personality she can express by herself.
@23Pepper
@23Pepper 2 жыл бұрын
Such a smart and beautiful girl! Imagine if all teenagers were so motivated to actively better themselves...
@bcarr5664
@bcarr5664 2 жыл бұрын
Oh man, this has me laughing and crying and I can’t put into words how awesome it is to see Mikisa living her amazing life
@bethanynorman1829
@bethanynorman1829 2 жыл бұрын
Every child deserves parents like Mikisa's. They have advocated so hard for her. That's why she is functioning so well today. ❤️
@hassa3232
@hassa3232 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@OttrPopAnimations
@OttrPopAnimations Жыл бұрын
:O!
@lkleeberg
@lkleeberg 2 жыл бұрын
Chris, your responses were on point. So respectful, encouraging, positive and what a precious young lady and lovely family.
@jacquelinejuana34
@jacquelinejuana34 5 ай бұрын
She’s a total doll I love her personality so much ❤
@JPjaybird
@JPjaybird 2 жыл бұрын
She’s amazing! What a bright light!
@leilaholivia
@leilaholivia 2 жыл бұрын
This was such a wonderful interview :) I loved all the questions she asked, her commitment to indepence, and how much she adores her mom
@meritcooper
@meritcooper 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is so sweet and honest. Good job, parents.
@ForestFire369
@ForestFire369 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, what an awesome kid!!! Mikisa's got to be one of the coolest people I've ever seen. She comes off as just mildly intellectually disabled, not /missing half her entire brain/. Mikisa is incredible, I can't believe how resilient she is. Being the person she is after that surgery 😨... It's nothing short of brilliant. I want to give her a hug and tell her how cool I think she is. Then do a puzzle or some colouring with her. 😀
@junbh2
@junbh2 2 жыл бұрын
It's even more incredible when you realise that she spent the first 9 years of her life constantly having seizures day and night. It would have been very hard for her to learn in those 9 years.
@glorial1569
@glorial1569 2 жыл бұрын
This lovely young woman challenged you like no other This was one of my favorite moments. She forced you off your usual script and owned the interview. I loved your honest conversation. You were at your best !
@jennifer2185
@jennifer2185 2 жыл бұрын
I love her asking Chris for advice on how she can be more independent! The brain is pretty incredible. It must be terrifying to come to the decision to remove parts of the brain but it sounds like her quality of life is so much better now.
@BonnieMoonMakes
@BonnieMoonMakes 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful young lady. Thank you for letting us meet Mikisa - she is an absolute miracle and I am sending good vibes for her journey to independence from Scotland, UK! There are so many potential affirmations I learnt about her from this short video, I hope she realises how amazing she is ❤
@atlantisconstantine
@atlantisconstantine 2 жыл бұрын
I’m newly 18, so Mikisa is very close to my age. While my physical&mental disabilities are not as impactful developmentally, I struggle to be more independent and I identify so heavily with her! Wish the Family the best!!!
@linnzo
@linnzo 2 жыл бұрын
I love Mikisa's energy, this interview put a big smile on my face :) with how motivated she seems to ask questions and learn, I have no doubt she will be able to achieve whatever she puts her mind to!
@lalalax44
@lalalax44 2 жыл бұрын
the way mikisa looks at her parents warms my heart 🥹❤️ what a miracle girl 😇
@WestieRescueMom
@WestieRescueMom 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is ADORABLE! She is incredible, considering everything she has been through - what an inspiration! Thanks for introducing Mikisa to the world, Mr. Chris!
@NelisiweMwase
@NelisiweMwase 2 жыл бұрын
I love the conversation! This is how patient we should all be towards all children. She’s such a beautiful soul 🌷
@mazzy131
@mazzy131 2 жыл бұрын
Stole my heart! I loved her questions for you, Chris. I hope she will take your suggestions with the daily affirmations!
@ahmedmohamedali7304
@ahmedmohamedali7304 Жыл бұрын
Her smile is just radiating with positivity. I never thought someone with have a brain could actually hold conversations that well... in fact, I never thought it was possible to live functionally with half a brain at all. I was smiling just like she was the entire video... she's keeps on asking question after question, she wants to learn more and more regardless of her limitations. Amazing, hope she stays happy and loved and achieves all her dreams!
@r4v4g3r
@r4v4g3r Жыл бұрын
The crazy thing about the human brain is it will sort of fill in the blanks over time without even an entire hemisphere. Undoubtedly, the remaining half has adapted and is able to achieve some of the things the missing hemisphere was responsible for.
@ecflowers4
@ecflowers4 2 жыл бұрын
She is the absolute sweetest person!!! I was smiling the entire time.
@JurLLu
@JurLLu 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could ask Mikisa permission to be her friend. She has such a vibrant personality! It’s inspiring. Like most if not all the people interviewed in SBSK.
@rosannah.4113
@rosannah.4113 2 жыл бұрын
Love her! This is one of my favorite interviews, I love how she asks Chris for advice. I expect great things of you, Mikisa ❤
@MantasticHams
@MantasticHams 2 жыл бұрын
Mikisa is so so sweet, i love her enthusiasm about getting suggestions and becoming more independent, its great to see someone so motivated!
@MantasticHams
@MantasticHams 2 жыл бұрын
When she says "Lets do it together!" and then you do it together and she adds "I know! I'm Helpful!" and you can see her pride about doing that, that is just so cool! I think she's got 2 brains-worth of thoughts running through that one hemisphere! The more she grows and learns in a supportive environment she'll get better and better at using what shes got, its a huge deal to come from such adversity and to still be so powerful!
@MantasticHams
@MantasticHams 2 жыл бұрын
Her singing is so fun! This is one of my favorite interviews, I had no idea honestly that someone could overcome so much and be so dang cool!
@skulley100
@skulley100 2 жыл бұрын
It's absolutely amazing to me that her brain can just figure out how to deal with the missing half and do basically everything and she can live so much better! I'm so happy for her
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