From A Gang, To Nursing | On The Red Dot | CNA Insider

Bullied as a teen from a broken family, Muhammad Azerael Azhar fell into bad company and suicidal depression. But then came the opportunity to give his life purpose - and he grabbed at it.
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[@FrenzyAfro]

I have mad respect for him. Working and studying is hard for sure.

[@user-um5bj5sm9y]

Frenzy Afro me too

[@rushbcykablyat1792]

I think his mentality is better than those that excel in universities and got high status and paying jobs etc...but all the while never developing the heart to help people around them. Those are the people who got it all in this world, felt superior above all, but lost their heart in the process. They should look up to people like Azy instead.

[@Rees234]

I agree

[@emedlearning9035]

Kudos to him ! Independent and fend for himself. Respect

[@ShabogBoo978]

Lol kinda?? You should definitely respect him... it's definitely hard to work and study at the same time.

[@muhamadfarid9510]

And it all start with a simple thank you. 1:05

[@singaporeseaslugs1393]

Muhamad Farid thanks

[@luvhonest463]

So never be stingy to compliment the nurses. They have harder time on the job.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

It's ok not to say thank you if you're way too shy. As long as you show it physically (eg. Smiling)that you appreciate their efforts it's good enough.

[@lindarobinson2299]

@@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735 Oh shy people need to push themselves everyday with prayer, vision, and an effort for a fulfill life. John 3:16 KJV For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Acts 2:38 KJV Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

[@user-rx8sg4dj7m]

Multiple actually

[@wanfarahwanzainuddin467]

His family is such a negative influence on him, he is working to become a nurse which is vital to society. Hope they never need the hospital since they don't seem to be able to appreciate the skills and hard work of nurses

[@GachaDeer]

Wan Farah Wan Zainuddin No the family don't want to lose face and most people don't understand how hard Nurses work and mostly, it's all about the salary

[@sobersaber494]

Ikr! "Wash people's buttocks", of course, for patients who can't do it themselves! "Washing people's buttocks" isn't the only thing nurses do! Can't believe people are so narrow minded these days.

[@bahasainggrisbersamamradi9308]

What do you expect?!!! He has broken family, means shitty family

[@waylong4797]

@@fmcc420 no wonder ur name is boring channel so boring and stupid.

[@rpylamp8960]

@@fmcc420 you are shit

[@deboraoliveira7725]

I would be proud of a son like that.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

I would be happier if I could be a son who does nursing.

[@peace-qe4ig]

Especially that he was a gang member

[@mihaelakinna2344]

Me too

[@beverlykorte8581]

Me too 🤔

[@EyzaBaby06]

He's a kind heart guy actually. Just in the wrong choice of bad friends and leak of family love. Glad he had changed. Wish you good luck in your career. Don't listen to negative comment. Just go on with the flow. It is for your own future not others.

[@bahasainggrisbersamamradi9308]

Hush! Diem lu!

[@invasionofyourprivacyl.a5445]

Its true. Sometimes you can't just judge people's behaviour just because they bring a certain bad impression on us. But try to think positive that maybe we don't know how their background is like. And that doesn't mean when someone is in a bad shape, they will remain the same forever. God will only change u if u try change yourself.

[@tsubakilee1728]

Who said that people wouldnt make mistakes.The most important thing is you picked yourself up and have the courage to start again.This was super inspiring.Thank you

[@jeolle4936]

Tsubaki Lee armyyy

[@kadiekamara9207]

@@jeolle4936 o_,¥uyy

[@KironManuelCards]

He is so fortunate

[@beverlykorte8581]

Right 👍

[@haolvrs]

“cher i know the answer but i forgot” SAME

[@user-zj8jv8dv9c]

taehyung’s gucci mood sia

[@queenjadesempire1534]

Bro.n as a nurse I am so proud of you. Life is living and learning, you learned from what life has taught you ... and now becoming a better version of yourself.

[@shebebe]

He is doing his best and changing his life. That is what I call success. His parents should be proud instead they kick him out of the house and not supporting him and letting him be a student and focus on studying. He’s doing a wonderful job! Being a registered nurse is not an easy job and like the lady said, it’s a noble job. It’s not for everyone. Good for him! I am very proud of him!

[@mervynanip9925]

The thought of nurses being only responsible of washing someone's behind is way out of context. My mom and sister are nurses. When we were all having dinner as a family, they would exchange ideas of their best practices of that particular day and none of it was about cleaning patients or dressing infected wounds etc. They will be talking in medical jargons that was beyond my comprehension, and I think they're awesome! Mindsets should change. Perspective should change. Nurses are not only mere care givers. They are medical professionals too.

[@Maria-ed3jo]

Mervyn Anip I myself am sick and have been hospitalized a lot. And I always appreciate when nurses helps me, I always say thank you to them because I know their shifts can go on for hours. Even during the night of course, I’m very happy that there’s people who wants to help us sick people. They’re more than just someone who helps you to get cleaned, so much more than just that!

[@Nur_Bahi]

Agree with you..! I have siater in law as a nurse..she sometimes use medical term like a doc! And really proud of her❤️

[@toyoyoyo104]

Indeed. Nursing is a noble profession. Nothing wrong to clean up patients or wash their backsides too. Teachers sometimes help their students if they fall sick.

[@evlyn3442]

@@toyoyoyo104 teacher even left their class cause student in emergency situations that nned to go to the hospital...this comes from a teacher

[@evlyn3442]

@@toyoyoyo104 either Teacher or Nurse, both has their own responsibility in their workplace...I do appreciate both of them...

[@muhammadnafiz8053]

he's the reason I'm not quitting my studies : ) bless him.

[@shienm5161]

Me too

[@jesusislord8691]

Yes!!

[@techgamerboy8807]

Same. This video is so inspiring .

[@beverlykorte8581]

Yes bless him 👍🏼

[@lightandnightEQUINOX]

“ i have 36 topics to study, and so far i have covered only 3” Ughhhh I feel your pain Keep going!! You can do it

[@arosathi5800]

"I've got 36 topics to study ,but so far i finished only 3" that's what a normal student would say .really great motivational story ❣️

[@derrickteo777]

Wow... That was inspiring. Keep it up!

[@Lion-fj3wp]

I am so proud of him,to become a nurse is hard work but it's so worth it.Gang is never the answer,education is .

[@billyhughes805]

Good on you, Muhammad, you didn't end it, you kept on going and now you are there... well done!

[@Tantemify]

well done , he overcame a lot of difficulty in his early life, problems that we rarely face. he will be a very strong person both mentally and physically. He did it.

[@afizaummekulsum3330]

Salutes to him for his dedication and determination. He definitely proved all of us wrong

[@chopsticksforlegs]

Tattoos aren't even a issue here in Australia. Nurses, teachers, police sport visible tattoos and aren't discriminated against. It's the quality of work you produce, not how you look like that gets judged. Good on him for improving his life! Children make mistakes that impact their adult lives, and I'm glad he's made an effort to turn his life around. Wishing you an excellent nursing career.

[@danialharis93]

I guess different countries, different norms. Whats acceptable in some place, is not so much in other countries. Example, in Japan, if teenage guy dyes his hair blonde, it is said to be a symbol of being rebellious and being defiant to authorities. But in other countries its no big deal.

[@YuukiGerald]

Cause Asian cultured people are all about image and judge things from the cover first .. most majority are like that ..

[@duopeepee1302]

Lorelai but most people who had tattoos, is part of a gang, criminality dont ever talk if tattoos are just safe. IT DOESNT

[@adnansz8930]

Well we can't generalize people but, remeber that generalization is appear because many people do that. In this case we can't applied everybody who have tatto is bad but, most of gang member, mafia, triad, yakuza have tatto

[@dunnodoh6837]

Because u r not asian

[@mdabusayed5710]

I almost cry 🙈 Really heart warming to see someone came back in certain way

[@aisyahabdurahman8113]

He really inspired me! Keep up the great work Azy!

[@nerf-nerddder2487]

So hope people out there to stop saying that ite students are useless,there's actually many talents in ite like him!U made ite students proud, GOOD JOB

[@vinnysing1324]

I also gratuated from ITE. Don't listen to those ignorant, snobbish prawnheads. Today our society has too many U graduates who just work according to books.

[@user-ru5kf7kv3v]

3 idiots movie explain well on that

[@Mbeepyd]

If I were rich I would love to help people like this who are just working hard and want to better themselves.

[@danishiylia8450]

respect man, working and studying at the same time is tough. I hope your journey doesn’t stop at ITE and you’ll continue to pursue your education further. We’ll all be supporting you Azy!

[@whitemistshikamaru]

This brings tears to my eyes. Kudos to you azi! I pray you'll pass your course, be the best nurse in the field and one day show your family that its not simply a 'wash other people's buttock' job

[@nasism]

AZY! If you see this - congratulations on your posting! Only you can define your own future! You are someone's hero!

[@piasaweh8099]

As a former ITE student and fellow nurse,I am proud of him wanting a better future for himself. No doubt our schooling hours can be tiresome at times.

[@frontier7320]

This guy earn my respect. Keep it up the good noble works

[@nabilah34]

Mad respect for this guy. May his Success be a proof to people that has been Looking down on him.Keep it up man. 😁

[@asamibl2407]

Now hes hot and smart

[@anaboliccommodities4206]

@@renderz8435 never thought musicians were smart either

[@aishawok1251]

@@renderz8435 next time dont find nurses for help. Find the doctor instead

[@luvhonest463]

@@renderz8435 experienced nurses are jems in the hospital, they can be better than junior doctor. So pls dont look down on nurses, who are the one to nurse you when you are bedridden, not the doctors.

[@indominusrex6474]

Don't get fooled by this, this is a show (literally and figuratively) and in real life, this is one out of a quadrillion chances

[@lairoz4152]

@@renderz8435 ewwww what kind of mentality

[@bluelingen]

Total Respect to him. It's not easy to cope up for what he has gone through.

[@sceneandseenful]

By now, I do believe that Azy is definitely one of the frontliners, one of unsung heroes in this midst of the pandemic. If families and friends don't realise this, I don't know what would. What an amazing story..

[@tomcologner1943]

Watch it few times, fully focused. Azy! I would love to meet you in person and shake your hand to congratulate your achievement!!! I dunno u at all but I honestly can say AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! All the best for you, keep up the good work and life 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 ❤️

[@banzai4727]

You.. my friend, respect for you. I'm in nursing from ITE too previously. And have no regrets. Jiayou!

[@burungcamar]

Wow. A simple thank you did bring a good person back to where he should be. This story is really heart warming.

[@hazhamz285]

Amazing story, truly inspiration for the youngster, this shows that there's always hope to turn your life around. Well done young man, may success be with you.

[@honeybee8543]

I actually teared for joy! So proud of this student! Keep it up Azy!

[@DreamWhisper]

Her aunt is so kind for giving him a place to live ☺️

[@shabsuh]

Its so heart warming to see one who realise his mistakes and stands up for himself to improve his circumstances . That really touched me epecially the last part when he said " makcik okay ? " 😭😍😍😍❤

[@jacksonbto]

Bro, extremely inspired and proud of your hard work and tenacity. Ignore the negativity... Kudos to your aunt too. Good luck

[@agnidawala8180]

This video just popped up in my recommendation, right when i need it. I'm just about to have a mental breakdown between work and my thesis preparation, and now i realised my problem is such a tiny miniscule one compared to his. At least, i don't have to worry about money, and i have full support from my family. All i have to do is find a better way to manage my time, and toughen my resolve. I know this guy won't read this but thank you so much for encouraging me! Much love, and hope all the best for you.

[@halmeoninoonaomma]

Keep on going keep on achieving keep on striving...very inspiring indeed

[@thatchindogirl]

stories like this that have our hope restored. a turning point of such event despite of the unpleasant past. May I never forget this & press on

[@sbhksng7706]

The amount of tenacity to turn over a new leaf is so inspirational to everyone and that perseverance always pays off. Never give up bro and u r doing an excellent job

[@Kingcharleschow1]

Proud of u mate. U are so inspiring. Keep it up and I wish u best of all

[@Letsmarchishere]

This warms my heart. Azy, you are an amazing young man! What you're doing is indeed a noble thing. I am against bullying at any level and so glad that you overcome it. I am wishing you a much brighter future and lots of joy, and a much better supporting system (friends and extended family). Warm greetings from Indonesia, your neighbour country 😊👍🏾👍🏾

[@nurulsyakirahyusof9132]

the epitome of its never too late to change! i am so proud of this person. i hope you will succeed in life.

[@mrandom4765]

Mad respect!!! He's a great guy and I hope he gets to his goal!!

[@luludot1]

You are amazing! Keep up the hard work and dedication!!

[@calvinkhor7949]

He’s the cutest thing ever. Breaks my heart that he had to go through what he went through. But I, glad he’s doing much better now. Keep it up, Azy!

[@OreoSpears]

This young man is such an inspiration! Working while studying is not easy at all, I did the same thing back in college. I salute you brother! God bless you and best of luck! With your right attitude, you’ll succeed in life.

[@azrayyan07]

Im from ITE too and I am proud of it.. All the best brother.. Keep on working hard..

[@ariffhanz01]

I am so proud of you!!

[@aza85]

A true inspiration. Thank you. Such a bright future

[@isaackho962]

this was really inspiring, keep it up, don't let your past to determine who you are. Keep working harder!!

[@chineseguywithoutcoronavir6687]

I wonder how he is doing right now. :) really admire his dedication and hard work. Thank you for the service brother!

[@dawnlove2197]

Well done to him for persevering. Hard work will pay off😊

[@merlion8549]

Keep it up. Whenever I get help from a nurse, be it for a family or myself, I am always so thankful for people like them.

[@ojazin7102]

What's with the thumbs down? 🙄🤦🏽‍♂️ Such positive thing, yet people give a thumbs down....sigh... Wtf....

[@foreverpoppet]

It’s never the end as long as you’re willing to give it another shot. All the best!

[@MokoOfUarewa]

This was so heartwarming! Don’t even know him but I’m super proud of him ☺️

[@goodthingsarecoming3349]

He's a real warrior for overcoming his past and fight for a new future.

[@spiderliliez]

Easy to spot the Filipina nurse helping him out. Good luck man! You work hard. You only deserve success.

[@Tingting2134-s9o]

Rlly so inspiring 😭👍🏻

[@ruddockrusso]

From being in a gang to nursing, damnnn, respect! ❤️ also having a tattoo, damnn, that is so cool! Realising your dream after NS, it’s amazing of the hurdles you have to go through such as being tired in class and working until 10pm for Uber Eats and studying late at night for a paper. Damnnn, inspiration at its finest.

[@cassandra9675]

Wanna give this guy a comforting hug

[@gladys9187]

What an inspiration for all of us. Proud to be part of the youth corps family!

[@fatetassim6078]

This is still one of my favourite CNA Insider's story. Everytime I am down and out, I watch this again and remind myself of Azy's determination. He is really inspirational, a true hard working Singaporean. Thank you for featuring this story, I pray only the best for Azy, for his success and his bright future.

[@leenarashid]

Good for you for turning your life around and persevering despite the challenges in your life. Nursing is such a noble profession and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Good luck.

[@rahulchautala9598]

Proud of You Azzy. Love and Respect!! You will be very well..

[@sourest_lem]

It's amazing how a little encouragement is all some people need to impact their lives positively

[@KaylaBuhdayla]

Azy’s such an inspiration!!! What an honorable person. Great video!

[@hweek]

You are such an inspiration. Keep going. U will be the best nurse any patient can have. You will succeed and be more grateful than anyone else because you deserved it! Keep going!!

[@XAdaLgi]

Proud of him for turning his life around. Wishing him all the success n happiness for his future. Keep going!

[@weiwenwwe2066]

Im proud of you!

[@samanthacaroline5370]

I’m so proud of you and know how hard it is to change your life. Wish you great success now and in the future 🌺

[@chiowhuey9635]

M so proud of you. Never look back. Keep on achieving your goal. Much love from Malaysia

[@ricosiahaan5036]

hey dude, hard work will paid off. happy to see you, you have a bright future!

[@sibeisianla]

Bro just want to say keep up the good work! I'm proud of you

[@gta6malaysia]

Worth my time watching.. love from malaysia 🇲🇾

[@timurismailovic6866]

Thanks for your service!

[@machalattes]

Thank you for inspiring all of us.

[@jille2272]

From a fellow nurse... I wish you the best in your journey. It’s one of the hardest things you’ll ever do in life, but also one of the most rewarding. I’m sure of that. Keep smiling! 😊

[@pngseokoon]

you have come this far ... very proud of your efforts . good luck for a bright future ahead . Take care

[@Ckbe729]

my son is the same thing but he was not on gangs he was a dropped off ... and then one day he told me i want to take the GED mom and i said ok go ahead. He passed the GED and went straight to school for Surgical Technology. Now he is working in a hospital and wanted to take surgical nurse ... i’m so proud of my son. he is going to be a father soon :)

[@tomatosoup2536]

globally, you are loved, Azy. May you thrive and endure challenges that comes to you

[@vanessalee4825]

Keep going, you’re doing great!

[@rachelc9759]

Really touched by your story! Keep going 👍🏻

[@jihanalmiradewi3216]

I have so much respect for him as the same nurse student. I hope he will be success in the future as a great nurse.

[@bbutterlovers]

Azrael, you're an inspiration. Despite the difficulties and challenges, you have made good! So glad for you ❤

[@adamtanpahawa850]

Warm love from Malaysia, you are my hero,i try to change my life too.if u can so am i🙌

[@sceneandseenful]

I hope you already are, sir. ✊

[@junenng6973]

Keep it up bro! Awesome inspiration right there love it!

[@Mystix-el1lf]

Awesome and such a inspiration

[@raudhahlozenitta403]

Hope you continue even after ITE...your peserverance and determination will help you go further. We need more people like you who would take on the profession as a nurse ...helping others is definitely worth it

[@ashtondarrengoh2001]

Love it! Mad respect dude. Keep it up!!!

[@boeing747686]

To think now, he's on the frontlines looking after patients. Thank you for your service.

[@markhow3428]

Good job young man. Continue to be the better person you can be.

[@mimizainol]

So much respect for him!

[@liannesings7733]

DUDE CONGRATS!

[@wendyalicialye4512]

Keep up the good work . Very proud of you .

[@abdulhalim2311]

I am sooooo proud of him.