How a serve of kindness changed the lives of a tennis pro and a homeless man | Australian Story

Former tennis pro Louise Pleming was circling the globe as a tennis commentator and elite coach when her life took a dramatic turn. Subscribe: bit.ly/3nO2CDi
Three years ago, she had a chance meeting with Brian Turton at the homeless shelter where she volunteered.
Mental health issues had ended Brian’s hopes of a professional tennis career and he’d been living on the streets for years, estranged from his family and friends.
Filmed over three years, this is an intimate portrait of a unique and life-changing friendship.
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[@Joffaburger]

Just amazing... Hats off to Louise for having the heart and courage to help. well done to Brian for allowing someone to give him a leg up and out of his situation!

[@andistewart6142]

What a wonderful nd uplifting story, You are both wonderful. I feel so proud of you Brian for your commitment and you Louise for your kindness. Much love to you both from my family here in Scotland x

[@solcutta3661]

He won't be reading this.

[@katrinmurnain9197]

From another who suffers from Major depression , anxiety and P.T.S.D ... I just want to commend you Louise and Brian , for being beautiful , humane , compassionate human beings , True earth angels exist ....This story gives me Faith in a cruel world , big hugs to you both , from Kat

[@readytowork4638]

This is the best story I've watched in a very long time. So many similar situations. I cried tears of joy almost the whole way through.

[@margc4528]

The best story I’ve ever seen on Australian Story

[@francesgumapac5662]

This is an inspiring story. Thank you Brian and Louise for sharing your amazing journey of friendship which became a catalyst for better things for the community. You beauty!

[@adamdelacy7472]

Brian jumped in my car at 2am in Woy Woy one morning at the service station. He ended up coming out prawn trawling on the hawkesbury river. He is certainly larger than life. Glad to see he is in a better place.

[@TheEarthHistorysConfusing]

Way to go Brian and Louise. Also Louise partner for supporting Louise. Give with out expectations is best reward!.

[@dee9751]

What an inspirational story♥️it 👍 I'm from the streets. So always appreciate the life I lead now. & Feel & pray for those less fortunate, 2 find happiness & some quality of life. There are some amazing selfless ppl. God bless all 🙏

[@michellemanson8049]

what an amazing story! Louise you have shown that by taking the time to listen to Brian and care for him people who are down and out are still human and have value,they just need help to get back on their feet again.The world needs more kindness,what a great story!

[@lateefpou2986]

God bless 🙏 and thank you for reminding me that there's still good people

[@BenDover-zp4pv]

Yes, we need more stories like this in the times we are in . I started to lose my hope in humanity until watching this and knowing some people still care about other humans.

[@edwinloarca9470]

This is the type of videos i like to watch on youtube. thanks, and i want to see more of the kind., people caring for people.

[@paulsuprono7225]

We'all had lives before we experienced/became homeless. As I've claimed regularly . . . we're all a few paychecks, from being homeless' ! 🇺🇸

[@phantomstrider]

Well said

[@KandeShack]

What a wonderful woman Louise is! We need more Louises in this world!🎾🎾

[@deborahhayman8780]

What an amazing story of humanity. Thank you Louise and Brian

[@fortymillioncoins9066]

Brilliant! What a great story!

[@sharonmazzone2069]

What a beautiful story

[@sfbusinessfinancing]

May this remind us all that good things can happen despite life's heartaches when people open their minds & hearts to each other. There is always hope where there is love for life and brother.

[@steve-meme]

this story realy made me into tears and realized people had so much love to give and share. and Grit.

[@phantomstrider]

I needed some positivity and kindness in my KZbin feed today. Thanks.

[@strayCATchillspot]

💕💞📯🗝beautiful story💡🎈much love from Toronto

[@urmelausdemeis4743]

This is such an amazing and heartwarming story and I loved it from the beginning until the end 💖! It gave me the goosebumps all the way through!!!! Louise, you are such an inspiration - thank you for changing not only Brians life!!! And Brian, thank you for not giving up !!! Sending big hugs to the both of you from Germany 😘🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@svlagonda7417]

What an absolutely brilliant and inspiring video. Credit to both of them.

[@michaelp9061]

Louise is a saint.

[@AucklandBlonde]

What a beautiful story about two amazing people. Wishing you both only the best with what ever you do 🌹

[@seamusobrien2675]

from humanity thanks to both of you. Mate, you have made my day. Sometimes, no often, no nearly always it is people like you two that give meaning and joy to us. Hey good wishes from all of us .

[@Jello836]

A wonderful wonderful story and lessons for us all.

[@karaitianatawhiri4480]

Way to go girl. Mate ya a world champion simple

[@speedypete4987]

Brian has an excellent serve! So heart-warming this story is. Really enjoying watching this story.

[@hannaalemu3048]

Great inspirational story that showes there's hope!!!

[@maureenboland7186]

Very nice story wish more people would act this woman what an interesting person she is .

[@keepingfit982]

What a champion couple!

[@menufrog]

Good on you Brian and Louise!

[@carolyndarragh1891]

Beautiful

[@theresalavin7949]

I wish you were here in Sarasota, Florida, USA to work with my 24 year old daughter who has autism! I’m not sure if she could actually play tennis, but I bet it would be therapeutic to have the chance with someone as positive and uplifting as YOU ……. your story is so inspiring and I hope it spreads around the world🥰

[@joanjenny926]

How inspirational!!

[@petermcgreevy6386]

Well done Louise and Brian..........

[@AllSpace]

slightly a sad start with but a happy ending to enjoy,onya guys

[@sumeet80114]

Love ❤️ it, be good to everyone 😀

[@sdrtcacgnrjrc]

Very moving. Wonderful :-)

[@zoeys290]

Fantastic story 👍

[@superyachtchef]

Okay KZbin Bod, you've actually recommended something really impressive, engaging and hopefully! I do believe you're starting to understand my tastes and interests 🏅🎖🏅

[@garybarawidan9252]

Power of Tennis

[@user-bv8we8ri6t]

Great

[@James-lm6wt]

Good stuff guys

[@pepperpots1285]

Nice

[@paulsuprono7225]

12:10 . . . we are all our own worst enemy !

[@ParArdua]

Four things are concerning: 1 He never takes responsibility for his behaviour; 2 He appears to have little insight into his aggressive behaviour; 3 There are inappropriate and insufficient boundaries between him and Ms Fleming; 4 Such dependency on one individual can evolve into jealousy, possessiveness, and violence against the person, or those in their emotional network. Time for this man to be connected to other support people and services, and for Ms Fleming to be required to do some safe boundary training as part of the duty of care of the agency for whom she volunteers.

[@benwilkins2998]

Its a feel good story most of the time but I can see this ending badly.

[@jasonm1288]

Did you take any positives out of this story?

[@MrLMD1234]

Did you even watch the full video? It mentions how he realized he is self-aware now. Fleming knows way more about Brian then you do. And now he is connected to other people/services because he is directly involved in the charity Ms Fleming set up.

[@Meat12.5]

You have no idea. I have known Brian for decades and still do. You do not know the full story and for you to hypothesise on here to inflate your ego only serves to show your narcisistic and egotistical bid for relevence. How does it feel to be judged by someone playing psych on Social Media? Get the message? 😉

[@davidhinds7634]

@@Meat12.5 I stumbled onto this video, there is no mention of Brian diagnosed condition, I had an Uncle in an almost parallel set of circumstances as brian but was never diagnosed with a mental health condition and was basically locked up by the local country police until his condition became manageable, it wasn't until after he passed away that I found out that he was Bipolar and unmedicated, which I didn't really understand until after being married for 3 years my wife had her first manic episode and I now have a massive understanding of Bipolar and Schizophrenia, there is no mention of who suffers or what we can do to help and understand how and what very intelligent people can suffer from intermittent conditions

[@ericmzeppenfeld5256]

While waiting for food service at Martin Place, talking to a follow human, he said "go back to your own country". Stong front soft heart.

[@davidhinds7634]

Zeppenfield is from which indigenes Mob?

[@Moonstorms]

Mothers fathers if you don’t want your children to be worst than what they are keep them away from psychiatrist and mental asylums...

[@captainbarbossa5325]

I know him. I won't say anymore but let's just say this story paints a much better light than what really goes on. tsk tsk tsk brian

[@paddy3762]

brian has now got new teeth.

[@dfoxtrot724]

The whole story I was thinking someone capable should step up and give him dental care. I'd love to see an updated Brian. Awesome episode.

[@williamdavies2375]

Take heed that ye do not do good things to be seen by others: otherwise ye have. no reward of your Father which is in heaven. Mathew 6:1

[@solcutta3661]

Funny how peep put messages for these people as if they gonna read this.