Girl Tells the World That Down Syndrome Is 'Not Scary'

In an inspiring viral video on her Facebook page, Sofia Sanchez uses to her own words to reach out to others that may be afraid of her condition.

[@quantumaniac9163]

Found out about this amazing girl after watching The New Hunger Games movie, She delivered such a stunning and powerful performance that made me nearly bawl when her character died.

[@axh0155]

To be honest that girl Is beautiful

[@angelwood7729]

Lady Kawaii Penguin Gaming well to be honest everyone is beautiful

[@tylonahambrick2837]

Everyone IS NOT BEAUTIFUL , (as in aesthetically pleasing to the eye ) people can however be beautiful on the inside . When people say everyone is Beautiful, that’s a load of crap and you’re not being honest . I’ve seen some pretty ugly ass people however, many of those ugly people were Beautiful people on the inside . 🙂

[@royythaboi7163]

well, i mean...she slavick descent so....what do u expect

[@zakcweber]

Liar

[@lukasaoo88]

Angel wood to be honest thats completely false

[@theleblancsupdates3927]

Why fit In when u were born to stand out 💕😊

[@Sui_Swindle]

Annie_Leblanc _Fan well said

[@keonnaakakeelowlowhenderso1073]

The LeBlancs Updates ! So true

[@jamieonuallain4016]

Wonder much??

[@saraswinerton7202]

No Name what

[@notocharenee0411]

I could watch her all day.....she is beautiful inside and out. Wow, just stunning!

[@pmerancier]

notocha coe yes she is so beautiful!

[@FatherDinny]

notocha coe no she fucking isn't ,please fix your glasses

[@masterporkchops]

Michael McAuley nah your the one who needs your eyes tested love, as well as you need a life check

[@FatherDinny]

hectic breeze I love how you can use overused and original comebacks ,if I seriously didn't have a life ,then you wouldn't be reading this reply

[@masterporkchops]

Michael McAuley I don't see how you can be so negative towards a child, honestly humans won't b satisfied until every single human is as normal as the next. why do you find her horrible ?

[@ariaecarlet2904]

I think what helps children with any type of "disability" is loving parents that are supportive. People that will help you through tough times

[@CloudPeopleRecords]

My younger brother is 19 and has Down Syndrome. He is currently working with a professional theater company to produce his first original play that he's written over the past year and a half. He was acting in another play and the director noticed that he was always writing stuff when they were rehearsing scenes he wasn't in. She asked to send some of his writing to garner funding to put on the play. "Down Syndrome By The Dozen" written by Jacob Ballantyne will be playing a debut run in Kingston ON this spring. He will also be acting in the production as part of the professional crew. I am so proud of him.

[@angelwood7729]

CloudPeopleRecords wow cool

[@yungcunt7183]

sure

[@EmpressLilith222]

CloudPeopleRecords 💕so awesome 💕

[@SecondEvilEx]

CloudPeopleRecords I hope your brother makes it to Broadway. I wish I could be a playwright like him

[@mouthymama3101]

CloudPeopleRecords right on!!!! Good work! Great job being an advocate for him and spreading the love!

[@lovelyday5773]

She's gorgeous.

[@derpaderpy4931]

She's also sassy. Imagine what she'll become when she turns 15.

[@staticklingon2182]

She'll need tough skin to make it sadly. I wish it weren't like that. But it looks like they are teaching her right. Confidence without being mean or rude.

[@derpaderpy4931]

G Skub I mean, they do make good influences.

[@fantarcro]

Derpaderpy Ugly

[@staticklingon2182]

FantarCro I feel sorry for you.

[@ash.-.]

FantarCro I have a couple of friends with down syndrome and they do not look ugly

[@stevenhoward100]

Brilliant little girl and so happy, raised in a great family atmosphere. I bet her parents are so very proud of her. An example to us all !

[@dustsky]

They always show the happy-go-around ones. Many of them, in fact, come with a lot of serious health issues or will develop them later in life. Many of them require 24/7 assistance with feeding and physiological necessities. It's not all kumbaya...

[@tompatras4304]

SPECTRAL -- If all you are living for is yourself and your chief aim in life is your own personal happiness, and you have no hope beyond this life, than your comment has merit. The smallest package in the world is a person wrapped up in themselves. I know many people who care for someone 24/7, and while its not easy, they would tell you they don't regret it. They are learning what true love looks from the ones they care for and their lives have been enriched. The truth is, all of us have a serious health issue that threatens to destroy us eternally -- it's called our sinful nature. There is only one remedy for this disease and His name is Jesus Christ. He paid for our healing by taking our disease on himself on the cross. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son that whosoever believes in Him would not perish but have eternal life." God loves you Spectral, and He loves every Down Syndrome child that has ever been born. Eventually we all will pass from this life. Those with Down Syndrome who have trusted in what Jesus Christ did on the cross for them will be in heaven. Will you?

[@mattl.2807]

Nether is life if you're an able body or have challenges. Why so negative.

[@javiersilva1577]

@@mattl.2807​​⁠ Stating the truth is not being negative. In Iceland 99% of couples who receive a pre natal tests saying the baby has Down syndrome, choose to abort. Iceland has nearly eliminated Down syndrome in their country. As a society they have decided they are better off without Down syndrome in their society.

[@anthonyhulse1248]

When my child with DS was born the pediatrician at the hospital told us he may never walk or talk, and urged us to give him up for adoption. Well, now he skypes his buddies, has acted in the high school play, gets city transit by himself, has a job and plays floor hockey.

[@andrewsmith74]

Can he read and write? What job does he have? Is he a scientist or a cleaner?

[@u235x00]

awesome 😍

[@pigmeeyk4401]

Anthony Hulse That cool! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@tompatras4304]

ANDREW SMITH -- You might want to get your heart checked as people with really small hearts don't tend to live as long. Geeze dude, what is there to gain by saying hurtful things to people? I will pray for you,

[@andrewsmith74]

Many people here are falsely claiming that DS is a minor side-issue that can be overcome.

[@rainforme1850]

We are so overdue to begin treating people with disabilities with much more dignity acceptance and understanding. I know this firsthand because my younger sister lived with a disability and I remember the stairs we would get one out in public. Although it was a hard way to learn. Taught me a great deal

[@fran30ish]

My little cousin who has Down syndrome comes to my house everyday while her mam works, her name is Alyssa and she is so funny and so kind yet so cheeky she’s like a sister to me as we’re close in age my cousin makes everyone laugh she is absolutely hilarious she wipes my tears and yells at me and my older sister when we’re fighting🤣she also makes me smile all the time and gives the best hugs,Down syndrome is not scary at all they are the nicest people you will ever meet,the little girl in the video is so adorable and I hope everyone has a great day

[@thelizfamilyvlogs6187]

What a gorgeous girl! Many kids with downs are miracles, and it's a miracle when they even make it to 1 year old. Some of them fight for their lives for months. Many come with other defects such as heart and bowel defects. So to those with disrespectful comments, I pray that you will see what a miracle these children really are and be kind to them instead of hateful.

[@mce9291]

My sister has down syndrome, and so I go to a private school, but unfortunately my sister couldn't get in. So I'm terrified of her getting bullied. I just want everyone to accept people with a physical/mental difference to people.

[@Floridadodo]

A lovely little girl ...She will accomplish everything she choses....Good luck...

[@hallieliebling2260]

What a beautiful child, this made me tear up. My son has autism, her message speaks loudly for children just like my son.

[@startimm497]

Hallie Liebling you're son is gorgeous and will be great one day you're a good mom. keep strong beautiful you're all he has .

[@BellaWorldAni]

Beautiful. To see this precious little girl love herself makes it easier for me to love ME. Thank you, Sofia! You are an inspiration. And what a sweet little family they have! So good to hear about good things in the news. :)

[@eloiseodom5446]

Awwwwwww she's sooook cute. My cousin had down syndrome she passed away about 5 or 6 years ago this month is her birthday month.

[@21FanBarney]

Eloise Odom How did she pass away? I'm so so sorry for your loss. I have down syndrome too

[@eloiseodom5446]

Katie Ogrinz Not really sure, but she did have heart problems so and before she died she was really sick and in the hospital I don't really remember the details all that much I was in 4th grade at the time.

[@21FanBarney]

Eloise Odom Well I'm really really sorry. I know it was a long time ago. At least she's no longer suffering

[@eloiseodom5446]

Katie Ogrinz Agreed, thanks.

[@oliviapetrowski4553]

Eloise Odom sorry for your loss

[@kellylake6640]

Sophia You're amazing! A real inspiration to all. What a fantastic lil girl!

[@maggiebaxter610]

What a beautiful family and Sofia is precious!

[@sienabettini1442]

I had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful young girl! Her story is inspiring and she is such a pleasure and so much fun to be around! We played soccer together in an all inclusive program called top soccer! So much fun!

[@phoebebuffet2877]

absolutely beautiful little girl wow

[@theroyalsiblings-manhaanda7882]

love u little princess u r amazing

[@aidena5523]

Liar

[@amandacampbell3726]

My friend had a child with d s , He has grown into a fabulous man, he went further in school than his mum and has had a job since he was 16. Everyone who meets him falls in love with his kindness and spirit for adventure.

[@guadaluperomero7041]

My daughter has downs .. Shes turning a year old . this girl is a good inspiration.

[@melissashannon676]

Wow She truly is such A Beautiful little sweet girl so smart & those pretty brown eyes on a girl like THAT doesn't define her you go Girl You keep being an inspiration for many & many more to come good job to her loving partners for raising A special princess thanks for sharing this May God bless your whole family

[@lindyoneill8779]

She's a sweetie,you go little miss.

[@harriettgross7871]

God bless you all. Sophia will go far because of her loving family and her amazing attitude.

[@andrewsmith74]

Yeah, she'll get a PhD and become a scientist!

[@blueberrycupcake0997]

@@andrewsmith74 Only an underachiever feels the need to try and put others' down. You must be very insecure about something. Plus going far to you means a PHD but to different people there are different ideas of what going far means. What's clear to me is you probably never got as far as You wanted to go. But since I'm sassy not spiteful i genuinely pray for people like yourself to come to repentance and place your burdens, which you clearly have, on Jesus so he can help you and change your heart.

[@carolinehannah5188]

She is beautiful. What a personality. Bless her little heart. And bless the couple who looked past her differences { i would not call it disability} and adopted her.

[@addisonplanz1590]

I have a friend with down syndrome and she is the sweetest person I have ever met.

[@MaddyTru]

I have known her since 2019 because of our local dance group, shes so kind and sweet, i only wish her the best!!😊

[@arunapeeters4262]

You are incredible parents. May God bless you and help you each day as you continue to parent the gifted children

[@yasmin-lq8pp]

Awww she’s so adorable and confident😫💞 Love her🧡

[@leannestrong1000]

And she is truly a beautiful girl!

[@panamarubia1283]

What a gorgeous little girl! And what an amazing mother and father she has. I love parents who are able to adopt and care for children with disabilities. How absolutely wonderful it must be to be in this beautiful family. Wish we had more stories like this!

[@Dcc1959]

She is truly a beautful big hearted little miss. You can see love all over her.

[@cjdaveyap7821]

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[@itstinyatube7505]

she's so beautiful she's very courageous

[@maryblack8507]

She is so beautiful little girl. And she is telling the truth she is so beautiful and smart and she looks like she is loving and caring. To me she is like all of us no matter what others say

[@robgrady3766]

She is a beautiful angel

[@danikagibson8537]

This is the most beautiful little girl I ever saw stay stronge sunshine ☀️

[@HeavyTF2real]

Danika Gibson I agree with your comment, and have nothing against you, but you misspelled strong as "stronge"

[@HeavyTF2real]

Also, it should be "I have ever seen" As opposed to "I ever saw"

[@Sunflowers9191]

Do people really think Down syndrome is scary, especially in the Western world? Really they are the most open and real people you can think off. She's such a lovely girl :)

[@amy2771]

For some reason people avoid people with handicaps in general, I think it's mostly fear of not knowing what to say or how to interact.

[@larenssx2710]

People with Down syndrome aren't scary, but Down syndrome itself is

[@HeavyTF2real]

Livelifelaugh Have you ever been to the US? I live there, and I hope the entire human race goes extinct with all of this damage we've done. Also, the US is not that accepting of things, it's always 50% accepted and 50% not. Sorry for the awkward wording, I'm tired and accidentally applied vaporub underneath my left eye.

[@HeavyTF2real]

Piatequila oh, hey! Someone else who is educated and knows that it's causes by an abnormality in number of chromosome 21! It's people like you who make me hate the entire human race 0.0000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000001% less

[@campinatorxbox1610]

I'm lost what's scary about down syndrome? if I had a child with down syndrome I wouldn't be scared and I'm not afraid of people with down syndrome. also if someone is afraid of people with down syndrome then something is wrong with them.

[@SpiralBreeze]

Thomas Reagan I don't think people are afraid of them I think it's more that they get frustrated by their output, how they speak (which may be difficult to comprehend) and they may present as being "slow". These traits can aggravate many neurotypical people. At least that's what I've noticed. Also some people feel that since you can test early on in the pregnancy for trisomy than there is no longer a need to continue on when you are found to have one.

[@angelwood7729]

Thomas Reagan well I'm scared my baby has down syndrome and in primary school i was bullied cause of my autism nearly all my class loved me but 3 girls were mean about it I hope that doesn't happen to my daughter

[@aalves30]

campinatorxbox 1 exactly

[@dr.k9769]

campinatorxbox 1 some ppl are scared, or discriminate. Historically, humanity discriminates because they are truly afraid

[@dr.k9769]

Angel wood teach her she's amazing, she's smart, she's beautiful, confidence not fear... I think she'll do well

[@maryleerobinson7259]

what a beautiful strong little young lady

[@joeblowjo]

That little girl is beautiful and sweet!

[@seriousblond007]

She is the best friend of a student I had in my church's special needs ministry. Both families are AMAZING. Love these little spitfires! So much joy and personality!

[@MrCatchthatfade]

My Sister was born in 1956 she was diagnosed with downs syndrome she was an angel from GOD so special there wasn't anything sgs couldn't do she graduated from high school together we were in special Olympics u was her relay partner i could go on and on She passed at the age of 49 What a SPECIAL GIFT FROM GOD OUR LITTLE ANGEL

[@ladymipha5438]

This girl is such an inspiration. I don't see why this video has so many dislikes when we should be cheering this girl on. She doesn't let anyone bring her down. She is kind, and doesn't let haters get to her. People should be proud of who they are, no matter what, just like this girl is doing. She obviously tries to stay happy and I love it. This girl deserves to be noticed for this, and I'm glad she did, even though I had no idea who she was until I came across this on KZbin. Again, this girl is an inspiration to everyone in the world. Yes, she has down syndrome, but she doesn't care. She keeps smiling, so it's more like up syndrome because she doesn't care if people don't like her, but I don't know why they wouldn't because this girl is kind and deserves this.

[@myhulagirl2]

Beautiful.....the little girl, the family, everything

[@amezfires9247]

What a beautiful & smart little girl! 💞 She absolutely melts my heart!!! I really hope to hear about her doing great things in the future!

[@MeMeDaVinci]

She's adorable. Confident and smart. Winning combination.

[@marikafejszes5394]

These days, these special people reach great heights. They are the most caring, most loving people on earth. Sofia, is so beautiful. This video, made my heart soar. Thank you!

[@katrinalong8862]

Sophia is beautiful. She is no different 2 anyone else just because she has a condition. I to have health conditions and been bullied for but it made ne stronger. . Good Luck in what ever u choose to do Sophia. 🐱. X

[@christinaluna2055]

These children are the purest love they inspire me and give me hope they make me want to be a better person

[@pumamountainlion7777]

Christina Luna It's called pride repent from it.

[@gururajbolar432]

This little lady has more confidence in herself than i even had on myself till date. Some life lessons learned..Respect..

[@JUNE____28]

She’s beautiful!

[@kitteekittee4010]

Godbless these parents for adopting special needs kids. AMAZING

[@jasper6164]

such a smart, beautiful little girl. she seems so wise for her age. so glad she got adopted by parents who are clearly doing a fantastic job raising her.

[@patrickkenge8696]

My 11 months old son was full of joy when he watched Sofia. God bless you and you are my kid's hero!!

[@TheClumsyJedi]

What a little darling!

[@urrrreee194]

I went to school with her she is amazing

[@Ozz..19]

Same i go to the same school with her and she is so swet

[@random7279]

she is truly beautiful and gorgeous.

[@user-zp3oz7op6w]

Such a precious, beautiful child!

[@globaldsfamily3688]

LOVE her! She's an amazing self-advocate. Who could not love her!

[@paulhallett8315]

Such a beautiful little girl and what a lovely family for her to be adopted by.

[@zakford8039]

Shes utterly adorable!

[@giraffeNana2023]

Beautiful family. Beautiful story. Sweetie, you are beautiful, smart, talented... You are ENOUGH. 💟🤗😘

[@foxyrhi7398]

She's beautiful mumma and has the purist heart i cant wait to love and hold my baby girl xo

[@bella_ocean1553]

My 6 year old sister has down syndrome and that doesn't mean there not smart they are beautiful and kind It makes me sad when people make fun of her they just don't understand

[@elliottmaryme]

she's just beautiful!!! inside and out. that's all i see, a beautiful, precious, smart, kind little girl.

[@Isebelle13]

She is so adorable and sassy :D

[@gloriasmall856]

She is Beautiful and Perfect. I ❤️the Fearless in Her.God Blessings be Upon Her and her family

[@grainnemcauley1575]

U need these people in the world. Good for u Sofia!!!😊

[@nicolekennedy6841]

Omg she is so adorable!!

[@maxwilkey9760]

She a great little girl. Please keep it up. And I love your smile it so great.

[@Curiousnessify]

Who the hell is cutting onions in my room??

[@guadaluperodarte304]

I have a sister with down syndrome and she is the most loving. kind sister ever.

[@shereerockdaschel9301]

She Sophia is a doll baby. Yes she is beautiful and smart as is her brother. God bless them both and the family.🥰❤️

[@kaitlynwellspring4034]

She’s so so adorable and beautiful I love how there brother and sister they share and understanding that is beautiful she’s so precious

[@Thejbirdy]

Absolutely adorable....I hope she goes far in her life.

[@chloemills4230]

She's adorable! I love her spirit and enthusiasm!

[@katherinebrooks7273]

You are Awesome. You are Confident and Smart. You are Special to My heart.❤️ You.

[@TheJontydavid]

How cute is she , wow The parents did an amazing job raising her she is confidence and articulate at only 7 that is crazy.. Im now 25 and always thought of adopting one day when a little older and wiser. This makes me happy to see..

[@michelledunn1715]

Absolutely precious

[@faraonshin-ali25]

I'm from Russia. I have a daughter with Down syndrome. Thanks to stories like this, you believe that Diversity is the one thing we all have in common! Sofia smart girl. I hope that my daughter will become a symbol of hope for many families whose children have Down syndrome. Having Down syndrome is not scary.

[@LawnOfCorn]

Sofia is now an actress in the newest hunger games movie too! She's unstoppable 💕

[@thethrowawaythatstayed7055]

Her performance in the hunger games was fantastic. Go Sophia!

[@mattl.2807]

I can't wait for this year's buddy walk in Charlotte. They are all Angel's. My uncle was 65 and had down syndrome. He was an amazing man❤

[@mrprivate9071]

She is beautiful

[@donnanelson9181]

She is so beautiful, inside and out.

[@judyhoffman1359]

Thanks for the 👌story! Bless you, and your 👪👨‍👧‍👧!

[@taniya8455]

It's chosing to love make everyone perfect...... Loved her so much❤❤❤❤😘😘😘😘😘

[@pierrelalonde3705]

WOW awesome, so cute and so sure of herself, lots of love in that family congrats to the parents you are amazing.

[@Billyboy4209]

How precious!!!

[@nameinuse22]

She is honestly beautiful❤️ and clearly has a personality to match.

[@heartz500]

She's so beautiful and her parents did an amazing job raising a young confidant girl

[@chintamani1216]

This is so beautiful. What wonderful parents❤️

[@dpowell46]

So sweet.

[@mouthymama3101]

How absolutely adorable is she?

[@trueblueimpersonations8949]

What a beautiful story ❤️

[@mylittlegator]

The little girl has a very pleasant way of speaking. Let's hope her mother learns something from her.

[@pamelagatlinmelson1918]

She is just precious!