The Day My Life Changed pt 1

Documentary about Stuart Mangan

[@dazg2033]

I had a bad accident in 1987 that made me a quadriplegic, brings back memories, be positive I'm 51 and living independently now with my dog

[@annapaula3352]

The year I was born.Jesus bless you!

[@pardeepbhoriya6125]

Hlo sir

[@danielacosta2155]

Amen Brotha🙏

[@renukathonas8416]

Jesus heals

[@dianehamilton5054]

@@annapaula3352 Hello Anna!!

[@KeLLaBee09]

Im a nurse and I worked with a quad patient for 10 years. He taught me humility and compassion like no other lesson could teach me.

[@carloswong-martinez4717]

I am struggling now with severe depression but stories like this one inspire me to keep fighting

[@yourfuturebright]

stay strong, better days are coming!

[@AnaMartinez-zc3fe]

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[@danzylrohyt]

I know how you feel. I'm going through the same. Stay strong

[@rosemcknight3256]

Stay strong and you are loved you are valued you're life is important to me, keep up the good fight I know it's hard from someone who struggles every day , I believe in you, this is for anyone who battles this, God bless ❤️✌️

[@sarahb2731]

me too

[@zeldamiller2867]

My back was broken approximately 10 years ago. Its terrifying to know that your life can change so quickly. I went through such a terrible depression. I am able to walk & function, but the pain is chronic. I have such a wonderful husband who supports me 100%. I still get depressed, but your story was so touching & was the kick in the pants i needed. Your spirit is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing this lovely story. May God bless you sweet sir.

[@nancyellen8006]

How are you feeling now, Zelda? It’s hard to hear about anyone suffering from pain all the time. I’m praying that you will find your pain level losing its hold on you. I have pain from a back injury but it’s not chronic pain like yours is. You have humbled me with your positive attitude. Take care. 🙏🏻

[@wondereagle]

It could happen to any of us. What a brave man.

[@Kate-fi8oh]

I am going thru a terrible time in my life but am always reminded that others have it worse.

[@jamoin4310]

Kate Why should that help?

[@corellicorelli]

And that is just no wisdom at all.

[@anamtstories4602]

You know what is the good thing about terrible time is after that good times will come and they will last keep up the good work you're strong

[@memyself7956]

I know this comment is a year old, but I hope things have improved in your life & you are in a better place today. :)

[@khonkhosilelihle7414]

Yes yes thats true.

[@IXcircle]

Wow. I'm really not making the most of my life. All I do is work and go home.wake up do it again.

[@msheehandub]

Samesies. Work. Eat. Sleep. Repeat.

[@diegovaldesfuentes4034]

Mmmm, maybe you should become my girlfriend so you can have more fun!

[@forreal245]

Stephanie Sanchez...It doesn't get any better either. People marry, have kids to try to fill the void of every day humdrum & that worsens the situation. My hubby focused on work, was a workaholic. Didn't want to take away from his business to take a trip, didn't have a relationship with his son from a former marriage, etc. Now, he sits most of the day, bored & lonely because his health is ruined by not taking care of himself during his youthful, workaholic years & his "user" customers that he helped so much are not around. Sometimes I think the welfare recipients with absolutely nothing are happier without stress or a care in the world. It's all a joke. Spend your free time with your mother & help her as much as possible. She's the only one who loves you unconditionally & you will know a terrific void when she's gone. Youth is fleeting. Try & enjoy it. Exercise. Drink plenty of water. Old age creeps on you like a thief in the night. Blessings.

[@fordcobraboss427]

with the little bit of money we get paid what else can we do, I stater working when i was 17...im in my 40s now and never taken a vacation, been doing the same thing as you. The one time i was not occupied with work, my friend came over to get us to go out to go sight seeing our old neighborhood. Long story short, that day I got carried away and we both did some stupid shit, clowning around, I ended up jumping off a ledge that was about 8 or 9 feet high. I destroyed my right heel and ankle, I have never walked the same since, since then I have experienced constant pain, now its on both feet, the pain is very strong, my other foot has had to take on the burden of the other damaged leg. I wish I could have been at work in my office that day. I have never been hurt sitting in my office, never been hurt sitting at home watching tv. I have come close to being paralyzed, killed etc when I have been adventurous and daring actually living the moment without fear. To me its not worth it, not one bit. I'll gladly take 100 years of being safe in my office and home over all the exiting adrenaline stuff one can do. I have instead taken up hobbies that i can turn into a profit and I enjoy doing from home.

[@lighteninggazelle816]

That was my great cousin. Died of a heart attach 2 months before retirement. Don't let that be you!

[@damienw.geoghegan1192]

I met Stuart in Spain through a friend about 14 years ago. Nice guy and very talented in many ways. I remember the day he passed away. Huge loss. Glad to have met you.

[@MsT-xm8xz]

@@kerrysmith7122 💀💀💀

[@maipoina-xk5zk]

@@kerrysmith7122 seems like YOU need to buy a girl to blast a load.

[@knk4ever83]

Omg how sad! I didn't know he'd passed!

[@sarahgraves4601]

When did he die?

[@yellowdayz1800]

@@sarahgraves4601 he died from complications with lung infections...normal for those paralyzed from neck down..

[@kylebullard4780]

My life changed apiril 10th 2010 a few days before my high school graduation. I broke my neck at c6&7 when I rolled my truck not even a mile away from my house where I was ejected because I wasn't wearing my seat belt. If it wasn't for my mom I'd be dead for a fact. I live in a small town about 60 miles east of Oklahoma City which is about an hour away but the closest hospital is about 5 min away but it's not suitable for anything other than x-rays and stitches but long story short the medics wanted to send me there but luckily my mom found out about my truck rollover and arrived at the scene and told a family freind who happend to be the fire chief to call life flight and they came to get me and took me to the best hospital in the state. I died twice I don't remember when exactly but I met a lot of great people and knew it could always be worse. I can't feel but pain from the chest down but I can more my arms but I don't have dexterity in my fingers. It's been a long 6 years but I'm alive. I've had numerous friends die in car accidents so I'm thankful to be here for me and also my mother. It's pretty much me and her and I'm happy.

[@ilariabertolini3593]

sending hugs from Italy, i salute to your courage and strenght!

[@wingsofsteel8666]

I admire your strength, hope your well.

[@wingsofsteel8666]

I admire your strength, hope your well.

[@kylebullard4780]

It's hard work for everyone involved. When I had my accident my mom was actually already physically disabled from a back injury from work. She was a nurse trying to move a patient which caused to disks to bulge. Long story short she couldn't work so a few years later I had my accident which left my 5' mom taking care of me 6'4 280. I'd be dead for sure if I didn't have my mom.

[@christystewart5678]

This hits me, you're the same age as my niece. Good thing you got airlifted. I do have one question. Why do so many die in car accidents where you are? Is it because the hospital isn't equipped as a trauma hospital? There's a large stretch of remote desert starting about 90 miles from where I live and although the freeway that passes through it is heavily traveled major car accidents are far more likely to be fatal than if they occurred closer to a metropolitan area. It simply is because it's remote and even getting an airlift out there takes a far longer time.

[@ThePostnine]

you are an Inspiration mate I live with progressive MS which has took the complete use of my legs, left hand, bladder etc..but not my smile, determination and the ability to enjoy life...

[@LiquidSm0ke]

ThePostnine are you still ok?

[@mctempest9113]

ThePostnine hi thank you for sharing. Hope you are well xx

[@Azariachan]

My mom has advanced MS, so I know how terrible it can be. Hopefully you'll keep as much control of your body for as long as possible.

[@PastorSandraElziraThomas]

Yeah! thanks to all the donors. Not everyone has the same fate! Some can't even afford a wheelchair.

[@jaybomb8371]

ThePostnine ...get some hemp oil into ya. My mate has progressive/remissive MS and she's got it stopped. It won't get better but it will stop it where it is.

[@Vesnicie]

All I can say is it was a mercy he didn't have to live in that condition for many years. He was a bright young man, well connected and able to do good with what life handed him. However I am so relieved that he didn't have to see too much of the inevitable falling away of friends and the slow descent into the abyss of anonymity and forgetting that is the world of living a long time with a debilitating condition.

[@warrenpaine]

A devastating injury, but it never conquered his spirit. This story demonstrates what the phrase, "Don't sweat the small stuff" in life means. Also, don't take what you have for granted.

[@quetzalcoatltopiltzin2423]

I needed to hear that, thanks a lot!

[@beelarehman5992]

He completed his mission. There was nothing more life could teach him. Incredible man 💪

[@kerrysmith7122]

I could teach ypu some things in the bedroom sexy

[@Boobeinstein]

More like he got sick and died

[@khonkhosilelihle7414]

There was.

[@katiec4947]

Oh my goodness, what an incredible man. I’ve been feeling so low for so long. He’s an amazing inspiration.

[@MPG-ub5ke]

Damn, he had his whole life ahead of him: young, successful in his career, popular, fun loving

[@bornandbornagain7487]

He still does,

[@kgspvgsp7569]

@@bornandbornagain7487 he passed

[@nataliekhanyola5669]

@@kgspvgsp7569 what! When? Oh dear. 😔😔😔

[@da4441]

Sad. He was so handsome and determined. 24 year old breaks his neck playing Rugby in 2008. He dies by 2013. That kind of paralysis is too much. He could not even breath for himself or cough when needed.

[@khonkhosilelihle7414]

Indeed ey.

[@sketchburnamiii4403]

Wow! He is really amazing.. I had an accident in 2012 which caused a incomplete spinal cord injury. Being paralyzed changes your life for sure, but now I'm standing and walking with walker. I have videos to see. Let me know what you think

[@markmcconville2743]

Sketch Burnam III 1

[@marywilliams9858]

Post everything! We need to see courage to replicate courage, faith to overcome trials.

[@jorchdatorch842]

Post em and keep up the hard work

[@lindsaysheffield]

Sketch Burnam III incomplete in 2012 here, too! L4/5. I’m out of the chair and pretty much walking on my own too - glad you’re doing so well!

[@debblackmore7460]

Keep going kid well done x

[@kimamesquita4459]

God bless, my 29 year old son became a paraplegic at 21, long hard road to travel, but the trip is worth everything.

[@wheelz23]

May your son be warrior strong. I too became a t-5 complete para back in 97' when I was 18. There is life after sci no doubt. I got into sports right when I came home and have always said that mental fortitude is so key in this life. Prayers to you and your son. How's he holding up? I'm from Cape Cod, Ma.

[@kimessex3678]

To take care of a quadriplegic it is a very demanding job but somebody has to do it , kudos to the ones who take care of him

[@GangstaQuad49]

I am a quadriplegic myself and I fight to get up into my wheelchair every day. I am C4,C5, and C6 level injury. I use technology to help me keep positive every day. My caregiver, brother Corey, keeps me going every day while I fight to pursue my dream to become.e lawyer one day.

[@kyliefan7]

Wow! He looks so different.....I wouldn’t have noticed that both were the same guy! What a wonderful spirit he had!

[@BRIERFOX]

Amazing. I was in tears. I thought they were tears for Mr. Mangan. They were actually tears for me. "The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation." Mr. Mangan soared in his life prior to the accident. Mr. Mangan continues to soar! An inspiration to all. Love.

[@amaraland1]

Great attitude and bravery. I couldn't be that strong..l know it. You are wonderful, Stewart! ❤❤

[@bcaye]

This man is incredible. I have quite a bit of rehab experience and many tetraplegics, especially at this high a level, are bitter and sad. That's easy to empathize with. So a person like this who stays so positive and engaged is really impressive and makes you realize how unimpressive you are when you whine about your easy life!

[@MK-yg1ml]

Deep respect for this very brave man!

[@antwto8784]

Hes still smiling and having a laugh, being positive and determined to live life to the fullest What a guy!

[@probablynot1368]

Very tragically, he died: www.irishtimes.com/news/paralysed-cork-man-dies-in-london-1.716222

[@janicelaurin7263]

@@probablynot1368 Sad 😥 He really wanted to live and had so much support. RIP

[@Disable-DT.-qj5hs]

This was the first video I watched when I became paralyzed. I want to say thank you for sharing your story.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@treilly261]

Hi ! I hope you’re doing well!!

[@Disable-DT.-qj5hs]

@@treilly261 I am buddy,I hope you are doing great as well..

[@angelasmith586]

You never know what can happen to you, so we should appreciate all our blessings and give thanks to the Lord for all he does for us💕🙏

[@saenz3210]

we take things for granted. What an inspiration!

[@QUESTIONSWOW]

31yrs.ago i was hit by a car,i was 6 then i'm 37 now.i feel you brother

[@marmarc4203]

This is a Very Sad story, there struggles of being a Quad is Extremely Extremely difficult, especially those that have Traches!! The Horrific bedsores that they get is what their major downfall is. The infections of Wounds. Bedsores that you actually See the Bone!!! They can't really Cough, ACTUALLY Most want to die. I've been a caretaker to quads, some kind of go into a state of Mind of Distant. They are Stuck in a body that does not work. God Bless them All!! Too much to go into it all!!

[@AlexOjideagu2]

He died after 16 months

[@happyhorse1028]

Marmar c if most quads want to die, what stops them from dying. Just curious. Thank you

[@marmarc4203]

@@happyhorse1028 if they can't move then how can they die. A true story is one that a brother shot his quad brother because the brother wanted to die after his accident that made him a total quad. He did Not want to live just being a Head that could move. So he told his brother to shoot him. His brother went into the hospital and covered his face up and shot him, so his spirit would be free. He got out of the murder charge and got Freed!!!

[@happyhorse1028]

Marmar c lol 😂 just read my previous comment and I have no idea why I posted that comment. Good that common sense found its way into the courthouse that day. The sooner voluntary euthanasia is instated, the better. Thank you

[@marmarc4203]

@Beth black I Never said ALL want to die, I Said Most!!

[@milkiis4real721]

There are two types of pain in this world. One that teaches u pain and second teaches u a lesson. I have gone through lots of thing that I don't wish on my worst enemy, but I have managed to live with it. I have prayed my whole life to leave fully with health or die peacefully this is me.

[@NonnasNursery00]

Fly high ANGEL, you now have your wings. R.I.P. ❤️

[@janedougherty3327]

What a true inspiration!!! I admire his spirit. I am never complaining about a sink full of dishes again! Im looking at life as if for the first time! Thank you for opening my eyes. God bless all of you. ❤

[@yellowdayz1800]

Heartbreaking. I wish no one would play rugby!

[@charliegoblin9680]

Absolutely bloody awful and tragic. I'm so sorry this shit happened to such a seemingly good bloke. Spinal cord injuries are defiantly something I'm terrified of.

[@CrackedCrossbones]

Charlie Goblin yea thats my biggest fear

[@chrisvig123]

Charlie Goblin Yes I've seen a lot of neck breaks with Rugby....maybe a sport to avoid

[@Toffee146]

Charlie Goblin DEFINITELY. Not 'defiantly!'

[@janethothersall8345]

Harriet Lundt ....does a spelling mistake really matter!!!!!!

[@smilentiny]

Charlie Goblin 73

[@luciasardo1176]

It's so sad that he died. May Stuart rest in peace and I hope that he's watching over his familly from heaven.

[@sfullernj]

Heaven? 🤦‍♂️

[@barrylyndon80]

Death can also be a relief, for him for sure

[@sukhbindersingh796]

Life isn't easy for anyone even at the best of times, something like this just makes it 100 times worse. Very tragic. We are all one.

[@fd5818]

Sukhbinder Singh h

[@DavidSmith-ki2we]

So true..my life has been so challenging since my fall in 2012...I have daily nerve pain bc of my chronic pain disorder I developed from the injury....I have been fighting sadness n constant pain...

[@laibakhan9075]

@@DavidSmith-ki2we 🥺💕

[@Interloper322]

@@DavidSmith-ki2we I understand man. I fell down the stairs 7 months ago and have not recovered at all. Nerve pains so bad I can't even stand up.

[@DavidSmith-ki2we]

@@Interloper322 oh wow, that's serious. Have u seen neurologist? I was in so much pain for 9 months before I saw one n he immediately said I have CRPS. I hope u feel better and find out what is going on with your body. Pain is a serious matter

[@szqsk8]

I work for two spinal surgeons and see people with varying degrees of paralysis daily and they are so inspirational. Patients with family and friends supporting them seem to have the best outlook. I don't know he they do it honestly.

[@Gracie746]

szqsk8 ;(6n

[@burtreynolds2969]

I know it's grim, but I would rather be dead than in that state.I would request it.

[@szqsk8]

Burt Reynolds To each their own. Personally I would rather die too than live like that.

[@jackielromero]

His family had money, poor people die at the scene

[@carmensternwood6508]

@@jackielromero ?????????????????????

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*LET ME DIE!* (those would be my words..."If you care for me, if you love me, then let me go...don't make me suffer a living hell trapped inside this body")

[@happyhorse1028]

Likewise

[@robinkeiger2208]

Such a brave young man. So sorry to hear he passed away.

[@clintoruss153]

What did he

[@sherryhudson6879]

Aw what? He passed away? I should have waited to watch the whole thing before looking at comments. Now ima guna cry all the way😩

[@khongbietsao4846]

I was 23 got aciden like him call C4 and I can't not have anymomen in my body at all...but now i'm 45 stil lay in bed 24/7 …..lolz '''and one thjng the DR kevin tell me i'm only live 2 year but he not GOD '''now 45 stil go strong...lolz '''and I call that DR yearly to ask hjm why i'm stil here Dr.....lolz

[@jdubs1007]

God bless you. Stay strong, a good imagination is a great escape. I escape the real world constantly.

[@paulod27]

He's such a strong character. He is so lucky to have that support unit though. If it was me I would get put into a care home.

[@charlottetaylor4471]

Yes, most stories shown like this feature a really good supportive network of family and friends around the person, in addition to money. If you don't have those, you'd be in trouble.

[@kenbirzneck]

KEEP SMILIN BRO , WERE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER

[@parkestanley2436]

I'm 59 years old with back injuries and financial issues. But, you are teaching me a LOT about being strong, accepting what is, dealing with it, and finding some pieces of happiness. THANK YOU!

[@LouLouLoveSpacelady]

Im so sorry this happened to Stuart, it seems so unfair but somehow we must maintain faith. Prayers! Thankyou for sharing his story. ❤

[@BREEZYM6015]

We can all learn a lot from how Stuart has handled life after his injury. I'm most impressed with his attitude and the way he's not letting his injury defeat him for the rest of his life. We all have challenges but this kind of challenge has to be one of the most difficult to overcome and Stuart found the strength to make the most out of it and I'm so proud of him. Don't take life for granted because it could change drastically in the blink of an eye. Be thankful for what you have and be kind to one another.

[@ConestogaCreek]

RIP Stuart Mangan.

[@waitahawhat]

Mike MakesRight RIP the cow he laughed about when the car he was in hit it.

[@azchanna]

Danm how did he pass?

[@feeltheeffect85]

@@waitahawhat what happened?

[@RollingRob]

You know, people often react one of two distinct and opposite ways. They either give off a vibe of pity whether they mean to or not. And as such they cant seen to get away from the fact of what happened happened, do not see me for my chair, see me for who I am instead. The other opposite way is they give far too much credit, saying things like you are amazing, or I don’t know if i could do what you do....The fact is I am a T6 paraplegic, paralyzed from my chest down. When this happened almost 20 yrs ago, I chose to quickly focus from the “why me” to the “what’s next”. I was a husband, father of 5, a brother, a son, a busy man with job responsibilities and a mortgage. I had no time but to look forward and each and every day, say to myself, how can I get one step closer to my goals of living a completely independent life again and contribute to society. I don’t see myself as amazing, I am blessed so to simply still be able to hug my wife and children and to simply tell them I love them! People like Stuart are the “real hero’s”, they are the ones I look up to. Bless your heart Stewart and may you Rest In Peace, your story and those who are responsible for sharing it, are doing human kind such a great service. You will live on inspiring others to just do their absolutely best with what time we may be blessed to have. However because there are so many newly injured people out there every day, wondering in shock, what lays ahead, I try to visit them and share my experiences and have even tried to make a few KZbin videos myself to demonstrate some skills I have learned to help me get by. I have much to add as I just started but one day at a time. You can find my channel by searching for “2RollingRob”. Thanks and GOD Bless.

[@happyhorse1028]

RollingRob just subscribed, you seem pretty awesome to me.

[@BRIERFOX]

He died. I didn't know that when I posted my first entry. Rest in Peace Mr. Mangan...and thanks for sharing your story. I will endeavor to live the rest of my life to my fullest capacity. Cheers.

[@probablynot1368]

So terribly sad.... www.irishtimes.com/news/paralysed-cork-man-dies-in-london-1.716222

[@macbuff81]

Inspiring. I do hope that in the not-so-distant future we will be able to regrow/repair such spinal/neurological damage. I have seen very interesting reports showing that new research is exploring such things as stem cells as well bionics to give folks like him function back. Watching this also reminds all of us how we should not take even the most simplest things for granted. Things like being able to move around freely for example

[@dianecandoflamtaps3688]

I have chronic pain from an injury and then a procedure gone wrong. Arachnoiditis in my lumber spine. I’ve tapered off much medication but the pain is awful. When I see this I feel so bad for others that have it much worse than I do!! What a handsome man!! RIP

[@jasmineamer906]

He was so good looking and full of life sad how life can change so quickly

[@ericmoore1493]

jasmine amer He was a spoiled brat

[@ericmoore1493]

So I guess not good looking people suck. You’re a nasty narcissist!!!

[@Kellylovescats576]

He still is! He’s alive still. He’s a beautiful brave man, his family & friends are angels. 🙏🙏❤️❤️✌️

[@Kellylovescats576]

Oh my, I just found out he passed away. Blessings to his family and friends, he’s in Gods loving arms. ❤️❤️🙏🙏

[@louisianna5524]

What a Beautiful Brave Soul... So sorry to hear of his Passing he had the best positive attitude of any one i know.... An to his Family and Friends you were an still are very blessed to have had him as your own.... Love an hugs xoxo 💙💚💛

[@pinkangel1703]

This guy is amazing, the world needs more people like him. God bless you. Xxxx

[@artemaso]

devastating, you guys take care of yourselves, life can give a twist. I dont wish this much pain to anybody.

[@frankclements1431]

Now that I"ve heard your story and that of a few others here on YT, I have decided to be careful. I have been unbelievably lucky so far. I'm 75 yrs old and it's about time .

[@foxsykitten]

this is really sad may God bless his soul

[@Redrum69666]

I had a hypoxic brain injury from a Heroin overdose and being in a bad position with my head leaning forward for several hours. Am now a paraplegic, one leg can’t move properly. I wish I was taking it as good as this man.

[@CarmenZynger]

He is such a dear boy. My sons age. What a lovely spirit.

[@rrhone]

Bless all of you. Especially you, Stuart! and Kyle! I can't imagine being in your shoes. Your mom is an angel,huh.

[@cabinlifeatedensprings1710]

Stuart you are so brave. I also have a damaged spine. I was in a plane crash in 1985 but then later Developed psoriatic arthritis mutalins. So it’s like both have caused damage just not sure how much from each. Daily I have many challenges. But I still can’t bring myself to get out and socialize. I believe a lot of it is fear. Fear that I want hold up. Fear I’ll make a mistake. I’m so happy you have wonderful friends to help raise money. I imagine you would be the first to give to a friend who needs cash. You are well deserving. God bless you! Leslye

[@Sabouma28]

he passed away in August 2009....

[@Paranormalin416]

Very sad reminder to appreciate each and every moment that you have on this earth. I’ve learned through bitter experience that THAT it is a fundamental truth, we may be here today, but there are no guarantees about tomorrow, so make each day count, and never go to bed angry.

[@Awebreeze-zm3st]

This is so sad. When he called out for his mum I wanted to cry. Bless his mother for being what a mother should be (there for him). It's a parents nightmare. I have a disabled child and I worry getting older how she'll manage without me. I guess we have to leave our most precious possessions in Gods hands when we go to him. May this man be blessed with continual loving and caring people in his life. Blessings.

[@tracywhited]

My niece has a similar injury. She was c1. And you are so blessed that you are able to speak and eat. We had to read her lips and she ate thru a j tube. You two are probably the bravest souls I’ve ever heard of. Life is beautiful still no Matter how changed we become during our lifetimes. Blessings bright.

[@wheelz23]

God bless Stuart. I remember many moons ago seeing his story on here before his passing within this past decade. I just lost my quadriplegic buddy Eric also 2 wks ago who was hurt around 96' a yr before me. I miss him immensely. God bless all our sci brothers and sisters.

[@wheelz23]

@Kerry Smith Not sure. Someone we both know mutually I found out from. They said that he was hospitalized the past 6 months prior. Don't think they had the details. Pretty sure he had something going on.

[@jacquikalich3873]

Inspiring. Thank you for your story.

[@Lergan]

So glad to see he was getting out and enjoying life as much as he could. My mother in law was involved in an accident which damaged her c1/c2 vertebrae and left her paralyzed. It is such a honor knowing someone with that much strength and positive mentality given the circumstances.

[@adamhalikos7836]

I love how he gets everyone scurrying .

[@BigMikeG626]

Wow. I am paralyzed from the waist down and looking at this guy I feel like my condition ain’t nothing.

[@AshleyMadisonsRight]

Hi

[@SaraRuthsStrokeRecovery-]

What an inspiring young man love and strength to you and all your family 🤗😘💪🏻❤️it is so hard to come to terms with having such a life changing experience I suffered a server stroke 16 months ago thankfully I can now walk and try to enjoy each day as best I can and thankful to still be here it must be so hard to be amongst freinds but not being able to physically join in as I know how that felt in my early recovery days having ur independence taken away from you the effects are not just physical but emotional to deal with too stay strong and keep smiling ❤️xx

[@apoemandarose]

he is so positive and brave...wow God bless him

[@ericpetersen8155]

I couldn’t live like that. Game Over

[@AlexOjideagu2]

He died 16 months later

[@ICPadict36]

yeah I wouldn't want to live that way.

[@suesheification]

@bill Bloggs women don't owe you shit buddy

[@suesheification]

It is a blessing he's gone. Life is so fucked up in every way.

[@billmarden3886]

Worse than being dead

[@joem80003]

My sister had something like that in 2008 she wanted the vent plug disconnect

[@davidlynch13]

You are an an amazing man

[@anniem.8803]

Such strong will! But I believe all the love surrounding him is also what keeps him strong. We often underestimate the effect of loneliness versus family/friends/lover.

[@ridcomics9364]

"Hell is waking up and knowing you have to do it all over again" Haydn.E.Sheldon

[@HelenDiazOfficial]

May he rest in peace, a fun brave character. I hope hes found peace. x

[@mypeeps333]

This happened to my husband at 29 became a quadriplegic. He dident take. It as well as Stuart but dispute it all we had 26 years toghter after his accident. You truly are a very brave man Stuart .

[@jeffreygriffin7248]

you are awesome Stuart! you have such a strong spirit continue staying strong!

[@hannahbailey6424]

jeffrey griffin he sadly passed away in 2009

[@madeleine8977]

I watched this last year and again, I think of his family who misses him. He was quite a guy.

[@bevboss8196]

Your a trooper.. Bless you for your positive Outlook and not giving up on the things you want to do on your journey of life. All the best to you hun. 😀

[@watergirl881]

Bev Boss he’s passed away!

[@Prickly_Cactus_1993]

I would not be able to handle such a injury, and anyone dealing with it are the bravest and strongest out there. my passion is hiking and travel and without them my life would be mean less.

[@solosolo6440]

God bless you , you are such a big hero

[@flower2364]

You are inspirational. God bless you ….

[@OreoTime1]

Sad! R.I.P Stuart Mangan.

[@AlexEssex8]

I’m not saying Stuart wanted to end his life but plenty of people in dire circumstances do. This is where religious dogma that goes on about the “sanctity of life” is so wrong especially when it then affects the vast majority of people who in the 21st Century, deep down, don’t believe in religion anyway. You don’t have any choice about being brought into this world but it should be every person’s (whether disabled or depressed or not) absolute right to end their life or, if they can’t, be assisted to do so.

[@diane7352]

Outstanding human being. He has "it" and it keeps him curious, strong, and full of life. What an amazing person.

[@sandradalton1611]

He died

[@nichts_als_die_Wahrheit]

hundred years ago you would die because of this injuries, today they do everything to keep your alive, i really dont know what is better, to be not alive or to live in this situation, i really envy this people, who have the power to live like that, i dont know if i would have the same power, when i would face the same situation

[@johannerodrigue9005]

OMG and I fine my situation bad. I will keep you and the peoples whom takes care of You and all thé Doctors...Amen...

[@wemustbecomemachines2012]

the only thing that limits a person's bad luck is the number of heartbeats in their lifetime

[@Azariachan]

Do sports, they said. It's good for your health, they said. Poor guy.

[@jackielromero]

It is not worth it. The absence of health is absense of happiness it us slow decline.

[@marshaboody9069]

I think banging your head causes brain damage.I believe it results from the bodies reaction..trying to repair itself causes the damage..deposits of calcium.This can cause depression anxiety and other mental probs.even parkinsons disease.

[@Azariachan]

@David Sumner I seriously doubt that. Maybe it's true in the US where everyone's fat and people ride around on mobility scooters, but majority of people worldwide get plenty of exercise because they're poor and have physically demanding jobs.

[@Lea-po2jj]

No risk no fun

[@ValentinG23]

David Sumner very good point mate !!!👏👏

[@joshuahull9982]

I could never adjust to total paralysis. I broke my neck in 2000 and was paralyzed on my right side. I was lucky because I regained full use of my right leg. My right arm is still half numb but I can use it for most things but my triceps muscle is gone. The biceps and shoulder are still strong. I still have permanent nerve damage in my right arm and get temporary numbness and weakness in the rest of my body. Other than those few inconveniences I live pretty much normally. If I were totally paralyzed I'd rather have died.

[@mechanismmalfunction3822]

That sounds awful as well though ): When my arm falls asleep I feel panicked. I could only imagine it feeling like that all the time. Prayers for further recovery in time to come!

[@oceanpacific3841]

Is there any medicine for nerve pain ?

[@tammysnell5343]

Please don’t give up , you are such an inspiration ✝️(keep your faith prayer 🙏 chains for you in the U.S)

[@waseemaslam3361]

Tammy Snell sadly the man died

[@ericmoore1493]

Praying is a way of doing absolutely nothing and still thinking you’re helping - useless

[@mrssp5338]

Jesus Christ said Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. only way to heaven is through his blood. either you believe in him or you don't your choice he gives us all the free choice .blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. . see a life without God is a life not worth living . infact Jesus Spoke of what happens to those who do not repent and turn from there sin (completely separated from God ) @@ericmoore1493

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

such an amazing young man so much love and support for Stuart god bless him

[@danielle9268thigpen]

I'm a T12 para since Oct, 2006. It sucks but we make it. How do you keep smiling? Just wanta know where other spinalcord injurys find their motivation.

[@lyndaslocum7575]

Some don't find it

[@ella-bt8hp]

@John Smith really? Is there actually a possibility for reversing spinal cord injuries? Giving people there movement ect back I don't see how that would be possible??

[@YY4Me133]

@@ella-bt8hp Stem cells, most likely.

[@carolhutchinson7763]

@Redblade: Even if there is, the muscles would be so atrophied by then. I had a wheelchair-bound neighbor who had polio at age 4 or 5 and his legs stayed the size of a 4 or 5 year old.

[@zachall101]

Redblade we have bionic arms and legs for people.... so why could we not research procedures for reversing spinal injuries

[@alannewman1]

I know what u are going through im a c4 complete non vent im 57 and have been a quad since I was 5 so don't give up hope

[@mousetrap1373]

Wait how do you type if your a quad amputee

[@alannewman1]

with a mouth stick also i paint

[@alannewman1]

again with a mouth stick also a quadraplegic i also paint

[@Irispia97]

Hi Alan you are brave!! Xo

[@bravelittleroomba]

Whoa, props to you! They should do one of these inspirational documentaries about you!

[@avamathers9550]

What an amazing man. Such a sad story.

[@zeeberg89]

What a guy. Hope you get a long life and a life with so much joy. I need to stop complaining!

[@celestialcircledance]

Amazing how he seems to accept his new reality with grace and get on with life ...

[@jamesjones3371]

Hope Stuarts family are all well. He is still a inspiration to people . Rip but whst a brave guy .