How to turn a NEGATIVE into a POSITIVE as a Wheelchair user

[@en_verden_udenfor_5969]

I use to say : when life gives you a wheelchair. Just scroll with it and enjoy the ride.. I'm just getting the best out of every moment. I'm here. I'm a live. I'm a Mother and I'm me. I will never let a hard time as winter is get the best of me.. Because giving up isn't a option 👌

[@Wheels2Walking]

That’s a great attitude to have!

[@sanusafalya4335]

💜💙💚 plss make more vdos...

[@georgecurtis6463]

I have those days often. Like you i just get busy. I also get involved in accessability issues in my town. On and on. Unfortunately i also look at others and realize i have no excuse to feel bad or sorry for myself. This always straightens me out. I cannot do half the things you do but i still get motivated watching your videos. So yea, if yer feeling down, look at other folks with disabilities that are worse off than you are. Guarantee you will feel ashamed of yourself. Im t10 complete with broken wrists that dont bend much. You get the picture.

[@kacey8372]

I don't normally comment, but these videos just keep getting better. You're saying everything that doesn't really get said very often, and that's usually what needs to be heard the most. Your unique situation, your attitudes, and your positive lifestyle are all right down my alley and very inspiring. I've been genuinely excited to see notifications of new videos, and I'm really glad to see how motivated you seem to be to continue. The way you tackle these topics, especially instead of glorifying them, you're going to be the best disability-related channel on here. With all the clever hacks you've devised, I'd agree with another comment that I would love to see more around-the-home talks and tips. Personally, being able to pull my own weight around the home can be one of my biggest boosts for independence and morale, in addition to being able to get out and get around.

[@Wheels2Walking]

This is such a wonderful comment that really means a lot. on my other channel (one i use to lurk and watch) i hardly ever comment unless it's really meaningful so i know how special this comment is. I have a cooking video coming soon, i have a grocery shopping video and i'm sure i will keep doing more around the house stuff like cleaning tips and what not. that may be more difficult because i have someone come clean for me so i can focus on making more videos for you guys but i think that's a wonderful idea

[@thekoo2011]

Greatest comment compliment. Compliment channel... whatever. Yay!! 🔥

[@BethCoppard15]

I love your positive attitude!

[@bonniesmith3061]

I'd love some tips on housework in the future. I am not in a wheelchair all the time. My gait is jacked but I only use my chair for longer distances. But the challenges for every day housework I struggle with. Having a bad day trying to get that done today, watched your video and now I refuse to have a bad day!!! Thanks.

[@Wheels2Walking]

although i can clean on my own it takes up too much time. so i have a professional come clean for me once a week. i'd rather spend my time working on videos for you guys

[@tanyasweatland9244]

@@Wheels2Walking not all of us have that luxury to spend the money on someone to clean for us

[@ClaudiaDCD]

I love the community you develop, the questions you ask to spark the comments conversation. "Student on life" hell yeah

[@bb3ca201]

And that attitude, sir, is part of what makes you win at life

[@jessielopez1793]

“Find a new, compelling future.” I needed to hear that.

[@sanusafalya4335]

Yes

[@RainCheck797]

Glad I found this today, I really needed this.

[@alanbonjour1117]

I love how you hop those curbs. I still struggle with loss of balance fears. HUGE mental challenge. I know I can do it, because I did it once before after about an hour of mental screaming to force myself to stand, and to take a step forward and back. You can see me walking the beach in my pic on the left here with my fore-arm braces.

[@Wheels2Walking]

Thanks man! Took me a long time to get confident enough to just hop up there. Some curbs are too big for me to want to try but 4-6 inches is usually ok. Yeah it's hard but what made me the most confident was practicing getting back up after falling. so if i did ever fall i had a game plan as to how i would get back up 💪🏻

[@adamglendye]

Awesome video! I love sharing your videos with my PT friends and others who need motivation to be awesome like you!

[@Wheels2Walking]

Dude you're awesome man! Thanks for helping me spread my message!

[@caroledesforges3800]

Hi! 😊 You are such an inspiration!!! I've got MS and i was spiralling downward... You give me hope! Carole Desforges Canada, Québec

[@tinacollins943]

It’s lovely to meet you

[@35neets]

Great video and important words. Hope you do some more videos soon.

[@MarcusBlau]

good video... wanted to go to a mall for some shopping, but the weather here is grey, misty and 10°. not in the mood to get into my chair and go outside

[@Wheels2Walking]

I can relate to that so hard. WInter in Atlanta we had more rain days than freakin seattle. I hated it so much.

[@kzcreationzmore]

When I have a bad day I do 4 things: -pray and thank god for everything that I AM greatful for -remember that I am the way I am for a reason, even if I haven’t figured out why yet. -Write in my gratitude journal about what was GOOD about the day, even if its something small. -I do somthing I love. (for me its usally playing music, making art, riding my horse, gaming, watching KZbin videos, baking, reading a book, going outside, going for a walk, hanging out with my dog {don’t judge me lol}, writting a story, or working on an edit for my KZbin channel {its not this channel}) For me this does wonders! If your not religious, obviously the first step don’t apply to you.... but you can still realize everything that you have to be greatful for!

[@koltonsmith141]

#WheelieGang 😂 all day another awesome ass video the editing is so clean and professional bro i love it and your mesage make me inspired every single time u post a new video

[@Andrewdeitsch]

I agree!! That editing is hella clean and very professional 😁

[@Wheels2Walking]

Ya dude #wheelieboiz for life 🤣you can thank my producer @adpodcast for those buttery clean edits. he's killing it. Thanks for the love man! I enjoy seeing you everywhere i post 🤘🏻

[@benchqueen]

Woohoo!!! Venice Beach! Reckon those air fryers are worth the $$, been thinking of getting one

[@Wheels2Walking]

dude they're epic. 10-15 minutes for perfectly cooked food. i purchased one just for the trip. I highly recommend it.

[@eleanorhathaway927]

Thanks man, had a crappy day but you made me realise I just need to keep going!👍

[@pamelakefalas8495]

“ student of life!” Yes!

[@Vermilionbaits_tackle]

i love what your doing, you have put SO much motivation in me! thank you for doing what you do :)

[@angeldeshotel6993]

I wish I was as positive as you. I am a teenager, my sister recently died of cancer treatments and my mom isn’t “ready” to allow me to do practically anything. I understand why, sometimes I just wish I could escape and be somewhat normal.

[@LetitiaCollins]

Angel Deshotel Angel, being normal is over rated lol. I’m sure your family is grieving, let time heal your heart and in the mean time keep filling your life with positive things like these videos :).

[@angeldeshotel6993]

LetitiaCollins thanks, I will.

[@ChanceT.Abrams]

Thank you for your great videos You inspire me & I’m sure many others. I’m struggling with trusting myself. I’m struggling with the wheelchair altogether. I’m trying so hard to accept my prior self is no longer anything compared to what I have ZERO choice in adapting too. I liked the prior version of me. This half version, not so much But if everyone else can do this… I will eventually also.

[@gatotroka6585]

I do the tip of the video of pain management. with my plantar facsitis I have some depression but yesterday i say fuck the pain I go to walk so long to the city and return tu my house. and fell great. today I doet too and a feel better with litle pain but better.

[@Wheels2Walking]

I'm happy you decided to go walk around and it made you feel better!

[@mechurchlady]

We need lessons on how to deal with bad weather. Too many people rent scooters and don’t know about covering them in the rain. Things like chill from being wet and rashes from being damp are lessons some need. What people need is how to adapt to things like rain. For me I took an alley and ran into badly broken pavement. How to you deal with them obstacles. Thanks for your videos!

[@dozzer]

Dude, you're from atlanta? Holy shit, i'm like 6 hours away in Tennessee! We should do a meet up when i get stronger!

[@osmonion9123]

Dozzer so did anything happen?

[@johnbledsoe5453]

You’re inspirational. I’m an amputee on my right leg. I’m use your videos to adapt to my situation. I agree with your philosophy. When life gives me lemons, I get the vodka. (Only kidding) I have the same attitude as you. I’m not quite the gym person. I watch your videos, I’m thinking how I can apply to my situation. This coming thanksgiving, I’m heading to Atlanta from Palm Springs to spend time with family and my cousins’ new baby. I enjoyed your travel video. Since my disability is not as severe, you did provide excellent traveling tips. I’d like to meet with you in Atlanta for drinks.

[@shawnsorbom8907]

Dude! I found your channel 15 minutes ago. I like your philosophy on wheelchair usage. Sorry about the rain. I swear, spring in California is usually 75F and sunny. I have Cerebral Palsy, so I have some similar mobility issues. I am a tad jealous you can drive though. :)

[@Wheels2Walking]

Well be sure to benge them all! lol Who says you can't drive? there are a lot of different versions of hand controls you can use :)

[@shawnsorbom8907]

@@Wheels2Walking Its a reflex issue sadly. My limbs operate about 1-3 seconds slower than average, which makes a difference when you're going 40+ Mph. I make public transit work though, so its not all bad. LA has a decent Metro system.

[@fane_abyssal9175]

HI Hi, I have an invisible disability which brings executive dysfunction along with it. I also struggle with depression. How do you get around your depression and disability to keep going and do the things that need doing (like housework, cooking, looking after yourself etc.)? Additionally, how do you keep yourself going to the gym? - I am trying to exercise to get healthier and to shed a little weight but my mental health keeps getting in my way, do you have any recommendations? Thank you very much for your videos and for any response may get

[@Wheels2Walking]

I address almost every question you asked in my UNTOLD story. Sign up to read at wheels2walking.com/subscribe there are a ton of tips, tricks, and resources available.

[@fane_abyssal9175]

@@Wheels2Walking thank you for responding! I look forward to the email.

[@chadfolkers628]

I set little goals; apply to one maybe two resumes, prospect for more nursing jobs, attend a support group, attend my restorative therapy, call three friends (old and new), advocate for ADA rights in my City. Whatever I choose always instills from moment to moment a sense of belonging; a sense of recovery.

[@Wheels2Walking]

Heck yeah dude. you know this well...helping others is the best way to improve happiness and have a sense of purpose

[@RubyGloomy]

Have a great trip and arnt you good going to the gym on holiday I had got in to going to the gym but then my health went cuckoo and I had to stop I think I am good enough to start back now but everytime I think about it I take a few steps backwards I'm going to the Lake District later in the year should be interesting as it's rural and hilly but I can't wait also there is the Derwent pencil museum there and being an artist I'm looking forward to that (yes I'm a nerd)

[@Wheels2Walking]

I love a good Museum! Life has its ups and downs as you know and all that matters is that you keep going no matter what 💪🏻

[@BushcraftOnTracks]

Killing it!

[@Wheels2Walking]

Thanks 💪🏻

[@ThisIsWheelLife]

That would be awesome to go to la and get some sun. There’s times that I don’t leave my house for a week or 2 at a time. I hate seasonal depression. When days don’t go the way I hope I laugh and make light of the bad shit. Always have.

[@Wheels2Walking]

I've been there before. As long as i have food and an internet connection i can last a long time without going outside. i'm lucky though. the building i live in has a lot of amenities that make it easier to not go absolutely crazy

[@Andrewdeitsch]

6:05 This part makes me laugh every time

[@Wheels2Walking]

17 MUHFUGGIN DAYSSSSS

[@dlbrittain1976]

Good job..

[@Wheels2Walking]

Thanks 😊

[@wolfievloggzuwu7329]

U have made me more positive because when I had my injury I was really negative could u do a video of how you do day to day tasks like getting things out of high cupboards etc coz they are thing I struggle with every day please coz that would be amazing

[@LacyRakastanTTV]

I've been wanting to get an air fryer. They seem a lot easier than frying stuff and risk burning yourself. I'm always scared to fry anything for that reason since I'm level with the stove. Wish I had the counter space!

[@Wheels2Walking]

Air fryers are SO worth it! it's like a baby convection oven.

[@georgecurtis6463]

Plus the huge safety factor. Using a wheelchair and hot oil do not mix.

[@thiabrabson2533]

Also moving South for more sunshine 🌞 to deal with health & depression issues❣

[@katrose5572]

I am not in a wheelchair *yet*, but I do have metal in me. So I do know how you feel about wet and cold weather.

[@Hopeandpeaceinjesus]

I JUST REACHED MY 1 YEAR CHAIRAVERSARY and 1yr 3 months subscribed to you How can I reach out to you I have an idea I really want to run by you and I (in my high brain) think you might actually be into it ☺️ let me know. (Might take me a little time to get up and to it but I’d still like to run it by you)

[@GAINZonWHEELS]

I’m stil in the beginning of my spine injury, sometimes I’m oké and sometimes I’m totally burned honestly most of the times I’m burned out, in Holland is so much bureaucratic, I live for one year almost in a room 3 by 4, I live in a apartment with stairs so wel in as outside without elevators, can’t move in my chair in the house, my chair stay downstairs in the basement (don’t come up) sometimes come somebody to take me downstairs, but my live is til now horrible. In november Ithey help me with a new house and I hope a can live again free..

[@georgecurtis6463]

Welcome to calif ! When they say its going to be a clear day, rain. When they say rain, its a sunny day. Need to join us in the central valley when its 105 ! You drink a lot of water and dont pee.

[@willielenton6620]

I love your videos i live in GA. How do i find others with disabilities to socialize with.

[@slobodanlifeusingwheelchai4895]

Just moving man one Day my car get broken in touwn it was snowing hard i call taxy and finish my obligations for that Day

[@Wheels2Walking]

Taxi is not too bad

[@TrendyyWendyy]

I've been watching your videos for a while and I've picked up some good tips as a fellow chair user! However, I notice you talk about standing to assemble/disassemble your chair and walk short distances.... What's the longest you can stand/ walk for, if you don't mind me asking? I'm in physical therapy to help strengthen my left leg a bit, as my right leg is shot, but I'm not seeing any results...

[@Wheels2Walking]

I’m not sure I have ever measured the distance or counted the steps. I can get around my apartment with no wheels or crutch just fine. With my crutch I can get pretty far if I have to but if I can use my wheels I will. Walking can be pretty painful and my left knee is only going to last so long. :/

[@addalynschmidt8092]

Not wheelchair related because I’m not in a wheelchair but on Monday I was supposed to go eat pizza and then go to a trampoline park with my friends but at the pizza place my phone got stolen and I was really mad for about an hour but then I realized I was just wasting my time being mad and by the way I got a new phone and it’s better than the one I had so it’s a win!

[@UniqueSnow]

Hi noticed you use a manual chair vs an electric even though there are small stream lined electric ones now so could you tell me why the manual is better Thank you

[@Wheels2Walking]

For me it’s all about weight. Motors and batteries weigh a lot and I want to be able to easily get it in and out of my vehicle.

[@Wheels2Walking]

Also, health reasons too. I want to be active, get my heart going, push around. Have some fun.

[@UniqueSnow]

Wheels2Walking Yes thank you I get that TY so much for answering!

[@stephenmiller7290]

How sensitive are you to barometric pressure?

[@manolonoche1885]

Don't be depressed!!

[@liamroday6465]

So why are you allergic to water? Every day is a good day for the most part even when it rains. It just give me an excuse to pull my chair apart and clean it. Unless of course I have to be someplace then I look forward to playing in the rain!! YAY!!

[@gatotroka6585]

some time we need care speacial went you go to trip, if you catch a flu the travel fail

[@Wheels2Walking]

Oh i'm just goofin. i don't like being wet 😅

[@koltonsmith141]

I dont like the rain cause it gets my chair seat wet when I transfer into the car and stuff it just bothers me 😂😂 im complete t12 paraplegic btw 18y/o but i agree everyday is a good day as long as you wake up and get to live 😁

[@alanbonjour1117]

"an excuse to pull my chair apart" That is a great tip, thanks!

[@liamroday6465]

@@alanbonjour1117 your welcome

[@CR604]

Two negatives can also make a positive

[@evercisneros27]

Hello, I have a doubt, why you use a wheelchair if you can walk?

[@Wheels2Walking]

I have a video titled just that! check my channel (why do i use a wheelchair if i can walk) for your answer :)

[@evercisneros27]

Ok I will

[@tanyasweatland9244]

@@evercisneros27 i really hate when someone asks that i know sometimes it just they dont know but sometimes its people being rude and jjust think your lazy its not like anyone wants to be in a wheelchair

[@deborahjaneryan68]

Hi I'm Deborahjane. I have a few issues I would love to ask. today is my 6 month in a wheelchair. I'm so not ok mentally and physically. I could not find your email. If it's ok can I have it. ????

[@tatianahawaii13]

He has a Facebook group as far as I know

[@beautyvixenmaryg8382]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@joeynye7262]

You play any sports?

[@Wheels2Walking]

Not at the moment.

[@Francispyr]

U seem pretty normal😅idk why u like to use wheelchair instead…. If is me I would like to use crutches and learn to walk more ..im full time wheelchair and I hate it I wish I can stand and walk

[@Andrewdeitsch]

Lol there's two dislikes on this one 🤣

[@Wheels2Walking]

People who dislike have working legs 😂