How do you define yourself? | Lizzie Velasquez | TEDxAustinWomen

[@neuskirachyr]

Doctors: Your daughter won't ever be able to talk, walk, or think Lizzie: Graduates college, writes 3 books, becomes a motivational speaker, will probably slay a dragon in the future

[@llordmakisigsantiago7098]

Neuski Rachyr noo that’s dragon abuse

[@200alyk]

@@sha-oui hey bud, whatever youre going through it will be okay.. sending virtual hugs! i hope you are safe💖

[@timmycakes001]

shawi I know how you feel. Same boat.

[@marriedkiwi]

the left and "population experts" tell us that unborn babies from poor neighbourhoods will probably become mass murderers. Today we face crisis after crisis- who will save us Lord?

[@bradleyp4275]

Brendan. Greally doctors aren’t saying that

[@caliv0608]

This woman had more confidence at 5 years old than I've ever had in my life.

[@johnmac91]

Same here. She makes me feel ashamed of myself for all the times I have felt sorry for myself because of problems that, compared to what she's been through, are trivial.

[@Namedjames22]

5:28

[@seriall1337]

Yep. That's true confidence right there.

[@omniscientomnipresent5500]

That's normal, non confidence is something created the same way tables are, it always come from something.

[@selenaperez6657]

caliv0608 same and she's funny. She has really good hair.

[@Aussie17]

no one gonna talk about her parents? they are the best i've heard of

[@allysanhelgracerebolanan2387]

true🖤

[@fareehaxoxo8568]

Yess greatness results in great person!☺️

[@emimaryrose643]

very true..

[@ruth6833]

INSPIRATIONAL LADY !!! Your brave and kind heart defines you. Thankyou 😊

[@BrettHardman]

Vrexo Plays yes, yes, yes, yes and yes

[@iamsomeone8266]

she's actually very sweet and she deserves so much love.

[@rachelzheng7165]

she has such a pretty voice

[@A_Random_Shroob]

I wish my voice would be like hers :(

[@d3adlyfantasy504]

she sounds like Eugenia Cooney.. coincidence ?

[@nguyenngan7410]

True! I’m so surprised listening to her the first time

[@ellyalovis640]

Preach it Lizzie!!! This is what We All Need To Hear from birth. Love you, Lizzie!!

[@karolypirate7660]

I like listening to her because of her voice and her story

[@yudi8204]

She makes me realized that the only problem with me is my mindset and my behavior. Not my outer appereance.

[@cupcakee22]

Same. But society is to be blamed too, some A#$holes really judge people based on appearance, the herd defines certain standards of beauty and attractive people are always treated better.. World sucks.. but yeah its amazing to have some will power like hers.

[@bushka087]

I was thinking that until I realized I could blame my parents for everything

[@jiyaaparekh]

@@cupcakee22 so true. I am naturally extremely skinny and through my entire school years I have always been left out moreover, school teachers would not choose me for annual concerts and other functions even though I was much better in dance than them. Idk why people judge a book by its cover our appearances are gifted and I would change nothing about it even though I might not be the prettiest of all!

[@pearly-greaty]

Absolutely true.

[@xSchranzax]

That‘s it.

[@mackenzieyates3540]

I admire her so much. She’s so positive and she has such a wonderful personality.

[@villanelle2.0]

Rip english

[@aetherdragon4367]

Yes

[@HN-kr1nf]

@@villanelle2.0 ???

[@sarthaks5]

@@villanelle2.0 ????

[@enjoylifewithjay9503]

I agree

[@gagana1085]

She's that one friend everyone needs at their low point to make them like stand up so firm, that even a storm can't shake them. She deserves allot more and it will come to her

[@hitono.azhimo269]

She was never a princess who needed saving but was a queen who defended and built her EMPIRE.

[@amymillington6875]

Ooohhhh this comment! ❤️

[@Astralzsq]

Well said♡...

[@hildaottosson8660]

Not incorrect. Its correct

[@idkwhatimdoing8929]

The fact that people labelled this gorgeous human as the 'ugliest woman alive' she's incredible ffs....

[@mystelwinters1942]

She has the most beautiful, positive, radiating soul!

[@riti184]

IdkWhatImDoing who said that??

[@fraserfernandes8766]

She's quite a level headed person for receiving the insult and yet being able to speak in front of an audience. shows that people can hurl insults but shes not shallow enough to let that weigh her down

[@crimson8673]

Ronnie Alvarez smh

[@larry1816]

Let's not bs ourselves, shes not gorgeous..i hate when people do this in an attempt to look like they're a good person...she isn't gorgeous let's not lie, but that's not all she's worth, she has a beautiful mind and soul and you should respect her for that rather than trying to look like the good guy smh

[@alessiadesanctis3614]

The more she talked, the more beautiful she became. How limited are we human beings! we really need so many videos like these to learn how to deeply grow.

[@camillawiking]

Beautiful comment❣️

[@MinaSpears]

agree!

[@niesta8843]

Or you could just learn to treat all people with dignity and compassion even before understanding them

[@thegrowingwings3982]

Damn!

[@NOBODYS_HERE6969]

@@MinaSpears so hello everyone ? Hows it going?

[@king2hamsters]

'You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.'

[@proserpine8857]

She's probably the smartest person I've seen on youtube. Not for her education but for her mindset.

[@deiontemorrison1327]

@aexeashya I need it to

[@myheartwillstopinjoy8142]

I still can't believe that people told her to kill herself just because of her apparence. She's a brave, fun, humble woman, and all they see is that???? Like, what? I'm disgusted.

[@misterxyz5958]

The person who told her to kill herself was a schizophrenic disorders.

[@laurieberry4814]

I have schizophrenia plus I was a skinny woman who had to deal with spoiled brats like you. Keep your bigotry to yourself. You have no place as being human

[@misterxyz5958]

@@laurieberry4814 really, so far I think a schizophrenic person is always cause detriment to society. Excuse me if I was wrong in conceiving this ailment coz I found it from reading. Anyway sorry if my comment caused you disappointment coz normally I always try not to cause any pain in anybody physical or mental as I believe in healthy society by following the rules and laws of the society itself🙏🙏🙏

[@loltadynicneni913]

@@misterxyz5958 I'm sorry, do you actually know what schizophrenia means? Why do you think it causes detriment to society or why would someone schizophrenic tell Lizzie to kill herself? Schizophrenia doesn't equal criminality or aggressiveness even though it might occasionally cause it. It's the same with psychopathy and other changes in mentality.

[@YanaSvara]

@@loltadynicneni913 maybe (S)he meant psychotic? let's give him/her the benefit of a doubt!

[@commess1]

Hats off to her parents. They are the absolute best!

[@Ankitor06]

parents are always better than best

[@madagonia7083]

I showed this to my 6th grade classes and they clapped and cheered when the audience did 😭❤️ It was the sweetest thing ever. You are one awesome woman and speaker!

[@monoboe8629]

Your class is very respectful!

[@kp-rh2mo]

those mean people that bullied her cannot escape karma. She is a very strong person. God bless her.

[@jariyajames91]

Bully people are just need to wear specksaver glasses.. and those bully people are just jealous of that beautiful girl.. she is beautiful and very strong powerful beautiful soul..

[@fernandoberlanga1539]

There's no karma, and god had nothing to do with this. It was god (if exists) that gave her that disease (isn't him the one who decides everything?). It was her family and her power will that did the job.

[@Eggo2341]

God did that to her otherwise he made no plan and the bible is false which makes Christianity also false.

[@mpregfics]

Her being successful is karma enough

[@mildpanic36]

@HalfAnon Those parents are the role model for YOU if you are to become a parent. You don't need a child with her syndrom to learn from her. ㅠㅠ

[@marlanaferro1481]

In life I've learned, there is nothing more beautiful than a beautiful soul.

[@libertysoulfreedom]

Marlana Ferro, your message is marvelous and powerful You say a great Truth All the Best to you and for every Real Human being like you

[@marlanaferro1481]

@@libertysoulfreedom Thank you ❤

[@r5ndom527]

Amen!

[@m_k_6471]

Absolutely correct 👍

[@vahiniyeleswarapu6776]

Completely true! She is beautiful… beauty doesn’t lie withins ones face but within ones heart… she has taught us a lesson… there are tons of lessons to learn from her!!

[@ruaimaahasan6049]

She has such a likeable personality that she becomes even more beautiful. Very good public speaker, she got back on track naturally when she lost her train of thought instead of panicking. Her story is very inspiring. Young people need to hear this

[@adeshpoz1167]

Indeed!

[@염주미-r6i]

@@yian1787 .9ㅎ

[@lilydiaz9767]

Ruaimaa Hasan I agree

[@이희정-j7k]

그대삶을 응원합니다.

[@carterblunt4192]

What do you mean by "even more"? Are you suggesting that she has aesthetic appeal, and moreso are you suggesting that she is physically attractive?

[@mysteryhorses.A.Corona]

She is an absolute delight! Funny, enthusiastic, passionate, and an inspiration! Bless her!

[@ailinh911]

if the only thing you have to say after watching this is “wow she’s so pretty”… you’ve missed the point. please ask yourself why you’re focusing on her outer appearance instead of her accomplishments, her perseverance, her positivity, and her amazing work ethic. i’m not saying this to be rude, but we really need to stop placing people’s entire value in their outer appearance.

[@jamestollefsen6862]

spot on ailin thank you

[@yudi8204]

You absolutely right

[@esma9948]

I was looking for that kind of comment. She has done a lot more to appreciate other than her appearance.

[@The-Milky-Way--they-it]

She do have great hair tho, no problem with pointing that out she said it herself lol

[@esma9948]

@@The-Milky-Way--they-it Yeah ofc people can mention things they like about her appearance, but going down to the comments section and seeing that the majority of them focuses on her looks instead of her inspirational talk makes me question if those people got the video's point.

[@DiogoF.]

I love her soul. She is so lovely.

[@MiyahSundermeyer]

Yeah she is. It is amazing what people assume about those who look or are born with abnormalities. Just about every time we have a success story someone makes those assumptions.

[@infxkingspaladin5756]

she looks like a fucking twig

[@schmidtcarter3425]

+INF xKingsPaladin that was fucking rude and disrespectful. I'm sure she's prettier than u bitch

[@schmidtcarter3425]

+Natalie tIala fuck u. y'all don't have heart

[@penelope1370]

thats what you see, omg

[@shruthiskumar72]

Those who called her monster are the actual monsters.

[@shreyagupta765]

Yeah

[@shreyagupta765]

The world is full of monsters

[@sonalisingh2258]

Yes you are right they are monster

[@sherrytrenner9452]

People can be so mean and hateful ! I could never imagine being that way to another person !!!

[@denisemerlet832]

She touched my heart. I grew up with cruelty because the right side of my face is paralyzed. As I aged I became quite beautiful to most, but still some made fun of me even as I grew older. Cruelty is not just happening to kids. I was working for a law firm. I had several surgeries that helped. Unfortunately, getting old (65) is a challenge and not so pretty, but the guys aren’t looking at me these days, they’re looking at my daughters who are beautiful and always have been. Life is hard for people who don’t look quite like you.

[@emucinna]

her voice is so calming

[@cigxhang486]

I really hate how people can be mistreated because of the things they can't change

[@kat649]

She unique

[@atomkriegreinigungs7737]

Yes. Even if they could change, they may not want to.

[@kaiserchief9319]

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[@Yzzlthtz]

@@kaiserchief9319 Ninja mask? Masquerade mask? Commedia dell'arte masks? Avengers Character masks?

[@WithStyleForever]

Lizzie is an angel that came to earth to teach people how to love different people

[@lpshusky9716]

Pavlina Efth she so is

[@LulitaInPita]

Pavlina Efth to teach*

[@WithStyleForever]

LulitaInPita ♡

[@he2980]

សយយ

[@btsinfiresmewiththeirjams6433]

Tru tru

[@bellateschner]

see the thing is, none of us were ever self conscious until people pointed out our flaws. be careful what you tell people because it can stick with them forever.

[@nihadnina4812]

The ACE Army so true 😢

[@maggieschumann7806]

so true

[@nathanmyles1]

And maybe make them stronger... but still we should all be respectful

[@lazysince8735]

So true... and sometimes it’s by my family. I know they just joke and families are supposed to be real but they always point out my flaws, my appearance, and it makes me feel so bad but they don’t acknowledge that...

[@ashsparkle4283]

This is so true, wow if everyone did this no one would hurt so much on the inside.

[@brunogrivera9180]

I can only speak for myself, if you find yourself depressed or feeling sorry for yourself just one video of Liz and others in somewhat similar situations and knowing they would trade lives in a heart beat will make you rise above your own expectations

[@annabananna789]

I'm crying because her positivity is so genuine and beautiful. I'm crying because I feel like I've been so ungrateful and complaining unnecessarily that I'm unable to see the value of the things I already have. I'm crying because of how strong she is and if more people carried even an ounce of her strength, I truly believe that the world would be so much better.

[@bluebubble229]

I agree, but its also human nature to complain unnecessairly. I've done the same thing. I bet lizzy has done it too. All we can do as humans is try are very best to be as strong as we can be.

[@rickmcintosh5787]

Reading what you wrote makes you pretty special and strong too. So stop crying and pass it on, this is how our country and world should be like.

[@mawdarana7319]

Ann Legaspi your wrong

[@DeutschmitMarija]

Such a lovely soul ❤️

[@josevillanueva9705]

Better a lovely soul than lovely body

[@zahraabdiaziz685]

💖💖💖💖

[@wiohwilliam2863]

@@josevillanueva9705 ?

[@MsAchampion]

I went through bullying too 😔 Bless her heart ❤ This young woman is awesome

[@Jesus.SaVeS77]

Gdeve.@@MsAchampion Yes she Is brave, Beautiful Woman, & has a Beautiful 💖💗 Heart, Soul & spirit, comical/funny as well. She's Very Positive, Smart, 💪, Courageous, determined, successful, etc. Also, man Luks @ the outer appearance. But our Father God Luks @ the/her Heart. My mother use 2 say/tell me: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Also, I wished I cud tell that young lady Thank U for sharing her Testimony. Much ❤💖💛 & Care. 😍😘

[@irisreteach5915]

At first, when I saw her, I thought: "She's so weak, so fragile, is she able to stand there alone for 5 minutes?" Then she raised her voice, made me redefine "What strength is, where it comes from". She is the strongest women I've ever known, because of her heart, her mindset, her sense of humor and yes, her existence makes this world a better place. Hats off to her thousand times ❤

[@leilakergaravat9139]

So beautiful what you said :) So true :) Lizzie is amazing

[@purposedriven2006]

She's the beauty we are all in search of in life... her sense of humor is awesome too!

[@Paola-jf2qf]

I met her in person, at a youth conference. She is amazing.

[@meimei9532]

Lucky you....I want to meet her too

[@mr.x5374]

You are so lucky

[@annaminasyan1170]

I had her for high school she was amazing

[@yitznienu6859]

You are so lucky 😇😇

[@speransa1332]

😀

[@venyayerredla9281]

Bro she is so pretty, not only her looks, but overall she is beautiful. Her personailty, her strengths, HER. Its rlly admirable.

[@babyblue28]

Ikr when I first randomly came across a photo of her I was frightened ngl. But now I’m just so, so in love

[@sanjeewajayawardana6148]

hi

[@ilmarodrigues3139]

Realmente ela é admirável, esse mundo está muito difícil pra todos . Mas se formos fortes como ela é, venceremos tb.

[@kloic9334]

Pretty look ?

[@StolzAlbaner-Pr]

Stop the cap

[@aliexsimth4980]

Win with grace, and I have to say that she is such a graceful lady.

[@mableester3225]

Very good lady

[@kht-rawkkuofficial1431]

👍👍👍

[@kaderseydo1224]

mable Amen ester . .

[@Mkitty12aj]

She is a skinny legend

[@luckyyang7173]

What is her syndrome? Lipodostrohpy brought me here.

[@mothra4445]

I just now saw this and I have to say that she is one of the most incredible woman I have ever seen! God bless her and keep up the work that she’s doing!!!!

[@ОксанаБекмухамедова]

I was listening to the video, not watching it. It was an autoplay while I was doing my chores...first, her voice, then her sense of humour, then her message went straight to my heart...then I reached out to pick up my phone and saw...a lioness in a kitten, a ray of light in a broken lamp, a promise of heaven in the darkness...Thank you, Lizzie! God bless you!

[@ddubfan]

I love this comment so much! You should have WAY more likes. I'm hoping the childish & superficial comments are from pre-teen/teens who have no idea what it means to be a kind person.

[@sophiececile9946]

Mary Kelly I really hope that they are four-year-olds who don’t know what they’re talking about. I’m a teenager and I would be disgusted if any of my friends said a word against this amazing woman.

[@shyguy2656]

Same here. I'm only 15 and even I understand what an amazing person Lizzie is. If any of my friends or peers said anything negative about her purely because of her appearance, I would ditch them. Judge a person on their actions, not their appearance. Most teenagers know this.

[@Eggo2341]

God made this happen.

[@kunalsharma2116]

Beautiful said... So so right.. She is a motivation for all of us

[@permanentweightlossover50a44]

If all parents were like hers, the world would be a different place. What a fantastic video.

[@animefanatic5080]

Like srsly. Parents play a big role in mental health of a person. If my parents didn't focus too much on my appearance, I might've had a but more confidence in myself. Cuz these days, whenever I'm talking to someone, I think "is my double chin showing up?" Or "am I looking weird?". And this all started ever since my mother and siblings started calling me names whenever they were angry. They might've vented off their anger for the time but they made me feel miserable and I can't forget little thing like that. I wish I was mentally strong like this girl (I admire her so much). Tho I'm trying to change but it's really hard...

[@mariamarinucci2251]

Absolutely true!

[@animefanatic5080]

@You- know-who thanks and I hope so too ^^ (I've been trying somewhat)

[@kirtihoney3822]

Only lucky ppl get

[@chiaracorrado8172]

@@animefanatic5080 good luck and stay strong!

[@Lawleet]

Her inner beauty has touched million of people across the globe. She is such such a kind soul with fine abilities.

[@m.m9439]

Yes she did touched the whole globe with her beautiful soul and sweet heart

[@ChildofYAH]

Earth isn't a globe

[@tarfarian]

@@ChildofYAH And you aren't smart

[@Lawleet]

@@ChildofYAH what deos the word globally means?

[@hilakummins3104]

Kids are cruel, no matter where you grow up or what is wrong (or right) about you -- your color, religion, size, whatever -- there's always gonna be someone to bully and shame you. Kudos to you for making lemons into lemonade AND writing about it. You're an inspiration!

[@oniinekosan]

I feel like she would be a wonderful friend to have.

[@katlyntran4545]

Same because I find this girl being great at comedy

[@SATANFUCKSMYSOUL]

Yes she has a big heart ❤

[@07.quanghuy49]

same, she’s too kind for this cruel world

[@Ray-gu5kp]

Give me a brake. Would you take her to Walmart

[@uwu-ed5ho]

yeah but ill be afraid to hurt her by any touch she seems so physically fragile 🥺

[@meryllvillaruel3704]

"I used their negativity to light up my fire."- Lizzie.

[@shortscreator6342]

I used their negativity to light up my fire

[@vaishnavi5070]

her voice is so sweet. her hair is perfect and her thinking.. just beautifull

[@jariyajames91]

she is so perfect.. oh my gosh she is poplaur.. I love her now.. I'm starting fan of her.

[@vaishnavi5070]

ikr

[@neeraja6972]

vishnu saki I agree with u

[@vaishnavi5070]

RosyRBL X hey fam🤗

[@pniesandfenb3584]

I know right! I did my hispanic project on her

[@rossmartenak5517]

Lizzie is the epitome of beauty AND a refreshing example of a 'genuine' person...inside & out!. In our society today, particularly as portrayed by the media, it's all about appearances. Lizzie goes WELL beyond that shallow way of thinking. God Bless you and enjoy your life and continue your wonderful insight, Lizzie!!

[@atomkriegreinigungs7737]

I got more from her talk in 13 min than I've ever had with my therapist for almost 2 yrs. And... yes, girls' hair is on fleek.

[@skydelan]

My therapist even can’t talk like that

[@youdroppedsomething4334]

Okay but Frl, I’m gonna need a hair care routine.

[@omotosoolatunde9139]

your therapist would be out of job if he/she talks like this to you. how would your therapist survive if you are in good condition?

[@maarakailet1]

Yeah, but really, fire your therapist. It takes a while and sometimes it gets really frustrating but good ones are out there. I'm almost 40 and have just now found a good therapist and a diagnosis that actually fits.

[@ellie2565]

Ikr her hair is just 👌✨✨

[@Desekratedd]

I hate talking in front of an audience, I hated group projects and oral presentations in school, and she is up there delivering such a powerful speech..wtf is wrong with me.

[@yeppiy2k]

Rob Soltysiak Same. She's só brave!

[@matthewv3556]

Don't be hard on yourself. Complimenting her and being down on your abilities won't make you better.

[@HuePhanthihue]

she is great

[@jannamebaotocuaruneterra6211]

I know how you feel! Do you have social phobia ?

[@Vapor817]

only way to get out of that is to practice, get up there and say something to someone

[@ananimity7332]

She's absolutely amazing! I truly wish I had her strength. If everyone had such a big heart and was as positive as she is Earth would be a much more beautiful place to live.

[@hermesluc00]

Her attitude is amazing, if just more people would be like her!

[@prathepankrishna]

[@ruenruen8571]

Prathepan krishna yg

[@vccgvg3469]

Ana Nimity if you had her strenght your arm wloud broke from a mosquito sting

[@nathanwilcoxon6687]

Ana Nimity I

[@louisepolley9707]

I keep forgetting how cruel the world is to anyone who is different.

[@emesehety]

The fact that everyone is different make it worse🤔

[@Dany-nt6dn]

No matter how you look, everyone Is cruel to everyone no matter what.

[@ieatpancreas2005]

Everyone is different tho

[@bluebell_06]

@@ieatpancreas2005 ???

[@ieatpancreas2005]

@@bluebell_06 everyone. Is. Different. From. Each. Other

[@micahwoodard]

It's interesting to me, that visually "unattractive" people, seem to have the most beautiful souls, while some "beautiful" people have the ugliest souls. She can't exploit her beauty for selfish personal-gains. She had to beautify the only thing she had control of: her soul, and damn she did a good job. She's a truly beautiful woman!

[@926paaja]

Powerful paradigm! And true.

[@kimt8082]

Micah, You are spot on. Before I read your comment, I was thinking how undeniably beautiful she is. Precious. 💕

[@helentjoanda6245]

Damn true..

[@fahmeeda406akhter7]

Very true

[@itsiwhatitsi]

Very nice comment! I really like it

[@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991]

SHE IS AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL!! PEOPLE NEED TO LEARN FROM HER.

[@kaceygiles8058]

we don't if we don't have to YOU NOT PEOPLES MAMA

[@holdshiftt2run308]

what does she suffer from?

[@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991]

HoldShiftt2Run I believe she suffers from Neonatal Progeroid Syndrome. God bless her soul! ♡♡♡

[@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991]

Kacey Giles awsome tv ??

[@holdshiftt2run308]

Jaimito Gomez thanks for the replay fam.

[@MadiRoss91]

I am in awe of her, and all spectacular spirits like her who embrace their natural, unique differences, who do not allow themselves to be weakened by anyone, who do not subject their bodies to the trauma of plastic surgery, they are just real, so real, there’s nothing more inspiring to me.

[@inglouriousbee]

This is proof that it's society that really affects us. She wasn't self conscious or trying to impress anyone until she went to school with others who judged her. She has an amazing support system.

[@rosalee7333]

Beautiful soul, her existence makes this world a better place.

[@m.m9439]

Yes true

[@hannahxu]

the video calling her the 'ugliest woman alive' recieved 4 million views. let's get this ted talk to 5 million :)

[@fallacoulibaly1135]

Done

[@elizabethkang2447]

5.1M!!!

[@sanachanna8021]

😍

[@thisisarandomfandom7444]

how about 8 million? :D

[@lisakruis8149]

succeeded!!!

[@ginh1709]

I just love this woman. Her energy, her gracious mindset- her determination and self awareness to be all that she could be while manifesting contentment in the process. I wish you all the best as you embark on what sparks joy and being an inspiration to people and the world. 🙏🏼 ❤

[@redrobin3667]

6:13 this is very important, her parents did not go the next day to complain to the school because their daughter has been harassed by some bully. Her parents know that they have to give her the courage and intelligence to face the reality of life. When we overprotect our children, we victimize them and create overly sensitive adults. Behind this wonderful strong girl, there are wonderful parents, family, and friends.

[@pimpattrapiwat6721]

I really like and support in your opinion.

[@sofijasofija2867]

have you ever experienced bullying? When no one does anything about that and tells, o sweetie, Im sorry you go through that but that's life, this fucks you up. Bullying is not a reality of life and yes, when you go through that other things might not seem that bad but what's the cost of that. Some people get a thick skin and some of them get depression, anxiety and kill themselves. Reporting the bullying is not overprotecting.

[@sueryan8320]

I agree. Schools need to be doing more to stop this.

[@muhsina9923]

Really its is big true.

[@oqhixlism4969]

@@sofijasofija2867 Yes you're so right I think they're trying to say that with what she has everyone is going to judge her and look at her weird and the parents know this is going to happen though out her life so they just tried to i think let her go and do it herself and experience it so she gets use to it and then she'll be able to not be bothered!

[@cursedmika]

I'm not even going to hide or lie about it, few years ago a friend send me a picture of Lizzie and he asked what I thought of her. I tolded him that she's disgusting. I now realize she isn't disgusting, she has an awesome personality and a precious heart! I shouldn't judge a book by its cover. And Lizzie if you are reading this, I want to apologize for my action and I hope everything goes well for you!

[@bgregwatson]

+Mika K. Yeah I feel bad because I know that if I had been in her kindergarten class I probably would have been mean to her and had I seen the video in high school I would have made fun of her. This is why I watch videos like this, they challenge me to be a better human being.

[@kngpin41]

+bballfreak for real. I have seen a video with her as the world's ugliest woman. but her personality is beautiful. shes super successful and I'm happy for her

[@witchplease9695]

I'm glad you all changed and realize that its cruel to judge people on appearances. It takes strength to admit that.

[@marcoarteaga6897]

With All Do Respect Congratulations For Recognizing Your Mistakes And Youre Right Lizzie Velásquez Is Truely Awosome And Plus Shes A Great Inspiration

[@cmap1503]

+Mika K. what the fuck? Shes still disgusting, you are being delusional.

[@猫あの]

難病なのにこんなに明るく話せるなんてなんて強い方なんだろう…… 過去にはとても辛いことがあったはずなのに。 素敵だな……かっこいい

[@ggrks_heart]

超かっこいい 勇気与えられたわ

[@kannaleon1792]

愛だと思います。 大きな愛で包まれて生きてこられたのでしょう

[@さくら-z7s4k]

愛をどんなに貰えても、その人自身が強くなるか美しくなるかは限らないならこの人は本当にかっこいい

[@ねこ-s5m]

自分は自分のコンプレックスも人に言えないのにこの人は自分の難病をこんなにも明るく話せるなんてかっこよすぎます…

[@N山本直樹]

猫あの 『病気なのに』この言葉も やっぱり差別だと思う。病気の人は 明るく話しちゃいけないの？ やっぱりそういう言葉1つ1つに気おつけて発言しろやぶち殺すぞ！

[@arafathossain6237]

I used their negativity to light up my life to keep going. It’s changed everything Lissie.

[@yyg4632]

Shes so funny and speaks so well. Im sure she will live a much happier life than those people who got off on bullying her

[@FunHavenWithMichelle]

I am so sure she will too

[@jeanmeyer4807]

Se already does

[@reemhasan37]

Yeah ♥️🥰

[@Kazilikaya]

*THIS* is what strength looks like

[@samanthan153]

Mike 2 you're the kind of people that society doesn't need

[@eclecticminn2265]

Kazilikaya Yes. She is very charismatic. It also feels like i want to be her friend

[@paytonguidry9364]

that is true on so many levels

[@maju404]

shes so beautiful and funny im not even joking its not easy to overcome so much hatred even more under her condition and the way she turned bad things into motivation to do the good and be a better person ugh shes such a strong and inspiring beautiful woman im tearing up

[@oceanlawnlove8109]

she's dead :(

[@maju404]

@@oceanlawnlove8109 what????? really???

[@Gor2593]

@@oceanlawnlove8109 Hey, buddy, she lives.😑

[@erlingnesbakken9871]

maju be honest, she’s not pretty. What she’s doing is pretty incredible though.

[@sueryan8320]

@@erlingnesbakken9871 People have told her to kill herself. DO not comment on her looks. Seriously, you do not show your face. YOu can not be that proud of your looks. Either way, do not comment on how somebody looks when thye are being told to kill themselves.

[@MagicalImaginings23]

I love this woman. She’s so sweet and adorable and kindhearted, not to mention so intelligent. She’s a real gem of a human 💎

[@musicloverlondon6070]

My goodness, she looks so worryingly fragile and then she speaks and makes it clear just what a strength of personality she has, along with a marvellous sense of humour. What a wonderful example of a quality human being; courage personified.

[@aleksandradzierzawska791]

I really think this video should be played in schools, and change life of so many people...it's one of the most amazing persons I've ever seen. Also so funny and charming!

[@cvf253]

Aleksandra Dzierzawska Great idea! :D

[@mahimadilshad9495]

Aleksandra Dzierzawska soniymiq

[@mahimadilshad9495]

Aleksandra Dzierzawska =q

[@crustycarrots538]

Aleksandra Dzierzawska YEAH

[@julianafurio7440]

my english teacher actually showed this video to us :)

[@moniquevamado]

Incredible woman. People who have suffered greatly often make the best motivational speakers (and world changers).

[@tjfreak]

Those are the only people to listen to..the ones who walked the walk..anything else..dismissed.

[@PEACESEATINGDISORDERVLOG]

WE ARE THE RELEVANT...all else are irrelevant. In the words of Rickey Thompson.

[@Tomsonvarghese05]

Monique Amado Life Coach & Artist I noticed that too your absolutely right someone who has everything misuses them .

[@the1nonlyani]

Monique Amado Life Coach & Artist completely true

[@melissamartin8266]

I have to say, this brought tears to my eyes, especially when she started talking about her parents. She has the upmost respect from me.

[@chloebloch8021]

Is it just me or are you guys in love with her voice to? She is truly beautiful. I hope to meet her one day. She is my inspiration to get up in the morning

[@amelianekomimi1936]

To me her voice sounds like a childs, a little girl's its so cute and of course beautiful!

[@janettejack7316]

Yes I was just thinking how pretty her voice is

[@anurse2794]

Chloe Bloch I was thinking the exact same thing!!!!

[@StarPrince_]

This was shown to our Communication class last week and I must say, her motivational speech is remarkable.

[@jojosapien3451]

I can listen to her voice for ages. She's adorable

[@noost6923]

Agreed

[@a_random_voyager]

I know someone with almost the same voice lol

[@richardromero8049]

Same

[@denise2169]

Society's focus on external appearance is so damaging, when real beauty is inside. The beauty industry is making billions of dollars on our insecurities. External appearance does no define us! Bravo, Lizzie! There are many, many of us who go through similar struggles, because we have our own 'differences'. You are lucky that you have wonderful parents! I am 70 and it is only now that I am figuring out what defines me! Thank you for your bravery and talk!

[@EvaZarifova]

The way you told this truth really touched me… Thank you!

[@sunshine0829]

Honestly she’s so extremely strong

[@christineleblanc3367]

100% inspiring - she is a true gift to the world.

[@donnmerchant4654]

Oh come on.

[@scortina11]

This is what a beautiful human being is.

[@elizabethrobbins9711]

Shes so optimistic I love her and her strength and her confidence She also has the best hair omg

[@toelaulopez6339]

Hi Lizzie Velasquez today is April 30 2023 the first time I watched your video . Thank you to your parents that they didn't listen to what ever the doctors were talking about. Thank you for been strong and brave for not letting no one or anything stop you from accomplish your gold in life. God always works in mysterious ways. You have me in tear's. I know in my heart everyone watch your video we all learn something from you. Continue keep your head up and go after your dreams. I'm very very proud of you sweetheart. God bless you and your family 🙏🏾🙏🏾🌟🌟♥️

[@lezasounds]

I wish I was in this room, her energy is straight up beautiful.

[@아미라-3]

🧢

[@manylittlefish693]

Absolutely

[@kei_8396]

damn, i literally broke down watching this. she's such a good person

[@DJPoom]

Wowww... I’m in tears... 👏🏻

[@jorgelugo5148]

Me to 🥲🥲🥲

[@JuliaPedro]

I saw your comment and thought "well, that won't be me" and I found myself in tears later.

[@lordaimelord7848]

I'm not in tears. Her spirit is bigger than most people's. Her confidence is greater than most. She looks different. But she has functioning brains and all body parts. As a matter of fact, she's smarter than a lot of people. And she's funny too. I'm actually envious of her other qualities. I can't even go on stage without stage fright to do a speech.

[@JuliaPedro]

@@lordaimelord7848 not tears of pity. They're tears of wonder and tears of being touched by the truth she's sharing.

[@RobertMcD]

Me too phoof

[@sunset6220]

She is so beautiful but It doesn't matter what she looks like, she is the most beautiful person in the world on the inside! She has a beautiful soul!

[@21truthbetold]

The key is that she has an amazing support system. Its totally different when you are born into an abusive or neglectful family and that is how you spend your life. You truly feel how the people who you love treat you. Strangers dont matter as much

[@ilovemeevennow9125]

Abusive people refuse to learn anything new or try to remember, they make me sick, and they have a nerve to act like they know it all …. I’m 41 and I’m still getting corrected like 2 yo

[@Vanillababe7]

Thats right. Social support, family and friends- the key to resiliancy

[@friedose4099]

@@ilovemeevennow9125 Same here. I wish I could leave them.

[@ilovemeevennow9125]

@@friedose4099 learn to keep secrets is number 1, and you not really conscious what you can do , I believe you could move mountains 😉

[@friedose4099]

@@ilovemeevennow9125 Thank you! It´s really a burden to be an orphan with parents.

[@handsfree1000]

Who wouldn’t just love this woman. Her pains have created a wonderful person

[@alysmay6983]

I seriously want to go up to this girl and give her a hug

[@gracieisumx51]

Same😌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@hannahtunbridge2642]

gracieisum x me too

[@Steven-ng4eo]

She looks like she's too fragile

[@ChiyuStar]

Same here, I suppose. But I was more thinking of really liking the idea of having her as a friend. It would be fab, I swear.

[@Lebetin]

you stole my words.

[@tobyjohnson3968]

You are such a beautiful person. You're clever, witty, so inspirational. I'm so proud of you. I can only imagine how proud you mom and dad feel about you. Thank you for speaking into my life today. So incredible!

[@_Listen_to_Solar_Kama_Sutra]

"You are such a beautiful person," says man who wouldn't date her in a million years.

[@sonalrabari2054]

you are very brave girl... god bless you and best of luck for ur bright future... thanks a lot for this amazing video...

[@crustycarrots538]

sonal kodiyatar ❤❤❤❤

[@RAJMEGHWAL]

sonal kodiyatar nice pic

[@RahmanBazarov]

ewet

[@chelseagames3370]

I agree, but remember to capitalize the G!

[@sheikmuhammadali2717]

She explained well that what BEAUTY is ! Beauty is not our physical appearance. We want to see our beauty from our deep inside soul.Hat's off to her.

[@elletSetteSellaDomoU]

beauty is physical. shut up

[@seriousperson2065]

@@elletSetteSellaDomoU calm down lol. I wonder if you think its oky to bully her because of appearance

[@fagunmanna2014]

She has a good sense of humor... She really inspired me...

[@carliebeau5329]

She so gentle. And darling. A beautiful lady.

[@AO-bx2dn]

The reason people cried listening to her story isn't pity. It's that they can imagine how much she'd struggled and gotten hurt until she became such a great and beautiful public speaker. What a wonderful woman. I'm still looking for what defines me. I want to prove who I am by my accomplishments in the future like her. Thank you so much Lizzie for the amazing talk!

[@dawsonnagel1606]

A O exactly what I took from it and am feeling.

[@TheAvprobeauty]

I think they're crying because they realized they're one of the assholes that bullied others.

[@catsfirst]

A O which is basically.. pity. Stop trying to get deeper into it. It’s simple. Shut up and let us enjoy the video

[@handygamer2044]

Imagine if everyone had her mindset This world will be heaven...... :)

[@sophiakindy3765]

Definitely 😮❤

[@ТаняСоколова-м5х]

No. I'm sorry.

[@lucreziamorganti9115]

Exactly!! Everyone of us is responsible for it to happen or not.

[@iamthedaughteroftheking3704]

Yes

[@cynthiar172]

Those who told her to kill herself, actually were projecting their own inner turmoil. She's the hero. They, unfortunately, are the zero. I hope they can find one minuscule of the character and beauty she has.

[@malakameur6884]

you're so righttttttt she has the beautiful spirittt

[@isabelle123_7]

Very well said

[@2manybooks2littletime25]

What a great way to tell it like it is!👏👏

[@tansusan8580]

So what if she isn't born beautiful? She is a strong and courageous woman, and that's all that matters. She really inspires me to become a more confident person although I'm not pretty on the outside

[@qqma4791]

The people who said that are the ugliest ones of them all. Idc what you think of her appearance, she’s honestly a lovely person.

[@AdaiaFlores-sh3fp]

I bet all her bullies are regretting their life choices right about now. I absolutely love your speech!!! Keep fighting and pushing forward!! And you really do have great hair, I'm jealous lol.

[@てゆ-h1z]

なんてかっこいいんでしょう 私も今ある幸せをしっかり見つめて 感謝して生きていきたいと思いました

[@definitely.not.your.type.]

Lizzie’s version: “I used their negativity to light my fire to keep going...”👏🏻 My version: Success is the best revenge...🌱

[@Tina-sk9kd]

I would love to have a person like her in my life. she is so beautiful in an ugly world.

[@sarahs8295]

Tina so true, so true

[@magnificentpanda689]

she is so beautfiul in an ugly world couldn't agree more.

[@alanarand8511]

She is beautiful but ugly is a strong word, why not say maybe? Misunderstood World?

[@mayasirine6219]

Tina "she is so beautiful in an ugly world" sooo right

[@luckyeulenherz4107]

Tina her character is what makes her beautiful. For me beauty oft character is the only beauty that is true

[@kayleighanderson7309]

0:03 I am actually so proud and amazed of her confidence 0:31

[@Sam60420]

I would hug her if I met her, something about her I can see true beauty emancipating from within her

[@mrfakuyu6830]

Don't hug her too hard though, she might break like a wet twig.

[@SharkRockstar]

+Wybe zakje can u please be positive cause ur negativity is ruining u not ppl 😊

[@Sam60420]

Wybe zakje lol lmao don't worry, i can be a gentle hugger when the need arises haha but you are clearly exaggerating right, funny tho

[@mrfakuyu6830]

Yeah ofcourse.

[@izumirh]

lol I think you meant "emanating" :)

[@fatinnadianoorhisam8578]

Her voice is so cute. Speechless... I'm not having her syndrome but i am as thin as hers. I have hyperthyroidism. Truthfully, everything she's experienced also me too. Sometimes i do feel like "why am i here/live for? Should i die?" people keep saying/talking bad about me (specifically my body). Thankfully ive found this video is really2 helps me. Truly motivates me and made me cry because there are still a human that is so strong to face this tough life/people. I truly wish i had her strength. Thankyou Lizzie. Youre an incredible woman. I'm sorry if my english is bad. I'm still learning. Hehehe 😊

[@snehlatasharma172]

Nope your english is pretty good

[@jamesfinley1819]

So I’m really late to this woman’s story, but I think that the universe was just saving this for when I really needed it. That time is now, and I am so grateful to Lizzie for doing this. Thank you so much!! What a beautiful woman with a message that the world needs badly.

[@magpie5965]

She is truly beautiful inside and out. Thank God she ignored the monsters that tried to hurt her.

[@Randomguy-vl5ys]

Magpie Inside. Outside. You must be legally blind.

[@redclausev8694]

ChaosIsFresh shut your mouth off

[@raceandcrime]

not outside, inside yes... why lie?

[@ip3931]

I've rarely been able to say I have a role model...but Lizzie is DEFINITELY and always will be a role model to me...thanks to people like here...I'm still here...I haven't given up...