The Human Statue Who’s Turned To Stone | BORN DIFFERENT

[@LeahAtz]

I’ve watched a lot of documentaries on fop and it truly is a horrible disease. They all have such a positive attitude. I think we can all learn something from her.

[@extremedee7320]

Agree

[@Numltv]

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[@RefferenceXBeats]

To be fair, I don't think those who are mentally broken down by it would agree to be on a documentary in the first place. So I think people like Ashley Kurpiel are a minority. I for one certainly don't have the kind of strength she does.

[@robinbrl]

Absolutely we can learn from her.

[@OliviaBaeBy]

I learn a lot from people like her. They teach me to be strong and never LAZY! lol I see them living life as best as they can with zero complaints, cause as she said, what could she do about it.

[@destinaro.]

It breaks my heart that she has lost mobility. She is beautiful inside and out. Her family is also amazing to be so helpful and supportive. ❤️

[@hudiyamilyuna8354]

The way she erases her make up using a scissor scares me, but she's soo gorgeous still

[@BillyRichie]

Yes!!! I thought the same- why scissors ?!!!

[@dtchouros]

I was so worried. I would be walking around with one eye if I had tried it. And yes....that spirit of giving is amazing!

[@cynthiaisako]

I know !!! 😨

[@librocubicularist8368]

That's what I thought! When she did that, I'm like, "Don't poke your eye out!" Lol

[@veronicaarges5781]

Omg, I thought the same thing. She could poke her eye out.

[@AnalogWinter]

I saw a documentary about her a few years ago. Even though her mobility has declined, I'm glad her spirits haven't.

[@ivonned32]

AnalogWinter Well said!

[@LiShiLuRandomUploadsBZ]

Whatever the world can throw at me. Lady throws bag at her.

[@motherhoney3863]

Lol I caught that too she was un bothered though

[@VibezzCb]

@@motherhoney3863 yeah same 👌

[@eviecam87]

I thought I was the only person that noticed that lol

[@jeannamcmillan]

Yeah I saw that too

[@reinildasantiagomerlo8526]

@@motherhoney3863 yeah, she says "got it"

[@kartiavelino]

We often complain that we don’t have money, we often forget that healthy life is the most accomplishment

[@WillowJordan1979]

Calling it an "accomplishment" implies everyone can be healthy if they just try. In the case of people like this, they've lost their mobility through no fault of their own, and it's really rude to make a comment like this.

[@janedoe8566]

Yesss lose your health and you lose everything

[@tripleCforce]

It's a different situation for everyone, you shouldn't be shaming people just because someone has it worse then them you should be grateful for what you have,but if you go your whole life thinking well I'm depressed, but hey there are people out there that don't have the money for autism then that's pushing your own needs aside.

[@elleg3651]

Money means a lot and good health is not an accomplishment.

[@tripleCforce]

@@elleg3651 Good health is a accomplishment it's shows you care and treat yourself well.

[@CosmicCyn88]

I immediately recognized Ashley on the thumbnail. She’s on mystery diagnosis her story is devastating to see. But it is amazing to see that she’s still here. You’re a inspiration Ashley!

[@marisabrenner7752]

I have seen that episode multiple times.

[@missflip6522]

@@marisabrenner7752 can you send a link to the video for that on mystery diagnosis

[@doreydavidson]

@@missflip6522 just youtube it. So many videos pop up.

[@lemonflute100]

She is so incredible and strong. A true inspiration.

[@tottenhamhotspurish]

wai-wai Lee - And so is the Mom and rest of the family.

[@kelseypace1933]

"I know I'm not a burden." Wow. I wish I could feel like that. She is so strong and I wish her the best.

[@missgalaxy42]

I know right...its honestly admirable!!

[@sahpem4425]

If you love someone, helping them isn’t a burden. I’d say bet this family must be loving, close and encouraging.

[@klf20]

@@sahpem4425 That depends.

[@Србомбоница86]

I wish I felt like I wasn't a burden to my dad

[@ChassityNOubre_88]

I'm over here depress because I'm about to be 32 & my life is nowhere near where I want it to be. Yet, she's 37 need help with everything, but still managing to wake up & live/love life to the fullest. Ashley is a strong beautiful Queen. Keep striving & making a difference by motivating people like me💖

[@sicsemperevellomortemtyran309]

What's wrong with 32?

[@damn_dani]

Girl I'm 34 and feel like I can't cope yet she is champ compared 😶

[@Србомбоница86]

@@damn_dani i am 35 and also feel so anxious about life

[@billynolanjr2266]

Lucky I'm 56 !!

[@glossiangelz]

Damn y’all are getting old I’m 14.

[@Obeox]

Watching your child’s health getting worse every year, and you can’t do anything about it, must be the most horrible thing as a parent.

[@chelee9261]

There's something you can do. She needs Jesus Christ. Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever.

[@Obeox]

@@chelee9261 this is KZbin, not the church !

[@allab0ut-fl0wers-74]

@@Obeox So?

[@friendlyreaper9012]

@@chelee9261 just stop. If god was real conditions like this wouldn't exist.

[@eliramos5145]

@@allab0ut-fl0wers-74Exactly! Nothing is impossible for God ❤

[@ayakotami3318]

I saw her documentary on Born Different years ago. I can't believe how much her FOP has progressed since then yet she is so positive and uplifting. I may not know her personally but so proud of her. Lots of love Ashley! 💖

[@Nextlevelnesha]

She says she's blessed to have them but I'm sure they feel equally blessed to have her. She's amazing

[@TeenageMillionaire2]

I feel ashamed of myself for complaining about my problems. In actuality they aren’t problems at all.

[@AnnaBulaklak369]

philtrich Same.

[@WhitneyDahlin]

Yeah agreed. She's so strong and positive. Very inspiring, my life and struggles are not as bad as I think they are, in fact they are literally nothing but minor annoyances compared with the problems others have to face every single day. She never gives up and is ready to face the world and live her life to the fullest. I am going to strive to appreciate all the little things I take for granted everyday. I can walk and talk and see and hear and run and drive and hike and bike and I am wasting my life looking at the tiny minor things wrong that really don't matter at all. Loved this video

[@weinklent5082]

Lol this is so much better than being normal, or... Being attacked by.... Let's just say unknown forces that aren't unknown. I'd live with this disease and not be attacked, facts. Consequences of knowing to much i guess

[@westberry1]

philtrich We all have problems and it’s unique to you. Don’t feel bad about your problems. Your feeling are real don’t down grade them because you see someone else that have it worse.

[@Layla-tg2qe]

No. Enough of that talk. We're all humans and all of our problems can still be problems to us even if others have it worse. I am so, so sick of people continuously acting like we can't feel such displeasure just because other's have far more significant issues and still more positive attitudes!! That's not how being human works.

[@ashleygross6705]

I can’t imagine how hard it is living with FOP. It sounds like it would be painful as well. Her positive attitude is amazing and everyone stands to learn a lot from her.

[@chillililac1084]

Such a contagiously positive attitude. Don’t take anything for granted folks.

[@oceanbluelady7760]

I'd be more pissed at losing my arm when I didn't need to! She has such a positive outlook on life, regardless of her condition!

[@MzRoyaLtee]

The human statue is so unnecessary and disrespectful

[@jannabi_happy]

THANK YOU. I was searching for a comment pointing it out.

[@marcozolo3536]

잔나비 세실 me too, I think?

[@fashionbeautyrocks]

I agree, I hope they agreed it with her beforehand

[@Momo46051]

I agree I don't like it...it really does sound belittling...I mean there were so many other titles that could have been used

[@rarindraprakarsa4376]

Supercompetitive channels in youtube to attract viewers. :(

[@stormygirl1704]

It’s a shame there’s no cure for this. 😢 And I would have sued the Drs that mis diagnosed her condition! Wow. I’m impressed with her positive attitude.

[@sethfrancissimracing7558]

@Scout Dawson - Travel Vlogger It did cause harm though, they amputated her right arm and shoulder because they incorrectly diagnosed her with a different condition that required amputation. It was only after her arm and shoulder was amputated that she was correctly diagnosed with her actual condition and it was realized that her previous diagnosis was incorrect.

[@junbh2]

@Scout Dawson - Travel Vlogger You also have to prove that they should have known better and that they actually didn't follow the right steps when trying to make a diagnoses.

[@8BitGamer4life]

@@junbh2 you'd have a different view if this happened in your family.

[@uvaniilonga1484]

@Scout Dee Vlogs before anything else, a Doctor is human, and as humans we are bound to make mistakes, or are you perfect in your line of work???

[@Brazilxraina]

This beautiful soul continues to live despite her uniqueness, meanwhile in America and all over the world people are depressed because they don’t look like Kim K, Beyoncé, appreciate your health it could be worse ❤️🙏

[@ayakotami3318]

Well said. I have a few medical issues but nothing like this disease. She has such a rare condition but she stays so positive throughout her life. 🙂

[@migeruZ99]

What a tough way to live. I love her positive attitude. Makes me really be grateful that I have not suffered such a disease in my life. She is a true inspiration ❤️

[@sportsfan9040]

Still remember seeing her story first on tv on discovery fit and health. Then on Bancroft. Sad to see it's progressed

[@cvijet22]

Progression is inevitable, sadly. There is no cure

[@BrandyD1777]

She has positivity exuding from her every word and confidence that many have never known. She needs to be a speaker, life coach....she is humble, gracious, phenomenal ♀️✨💕

[@denimgurung1726]

I'm also paralysised since 2002 and everyone has their own problems but it's up to us how we take it!! Love everyone!!

[@CorleyWrightATL]

God forgive me 4 every complaining. I am truly blessed...😢

[@Layla-tg2qe]

You're complaints and emotions are still valid, for your information.

[@Veronica-tn2xc]

Amen

[@NemesisX94]

Looks like your God didn't bless this person.

[@hollydaugherty2620]

Layla Valid, yet most people need a reality check regarding what’s truly important

[@8BitGamer4life]

This same god created her like this yet you want god to forgive you? He doesn't exist and this is just unlucky event with her genetics.

[@mitcheljoseph]

We could all learn something from Ashley. Thank you for showing us your story. So many people believe in you. Please stay strong.

[@donnaregan9189]

I have got terminal cancer and a very young baby and I constantly get Told just how awful my situation is,but when I watch videos such as these I realise I have got it easy. God bless all of you in pain and with these monstrous health conditions,and love from England

[@diedrapayne6202]

Hi Ashley, I first saw your beautiful face many years ago on Mystery Disgnosis . My husband had fop for years and I knew it but the doctors would not listen and did shoulder surgery on him. He was, however, finally accurately diagnosed in 2016 with fop at the age of 63. He so admired you, we both did, and I still do. Lots of love to you and Mom and hugs!

[@ericaproud7428]

Thank you for the update! I remember watching Ashley on Born Different and I have never forgotten her. Seeing her still active and social is inspiring and humbling at the same time. Ashley, if you ever see my comment, thank you for being you and please know you’ve impacted my life and your strength, beauty and grace will stay with me always ❤️ Erica, PEI, Canada 🇨🇦

[@kayserria]

I swear, most people I've seen on barcroft with disabilities, have an insurmountable zest for life and so much determination to do things on their own. Kudos to this woman knowing that her disease is progressing, but her willingness to continue on.....amazing.

[@fashionbeautyrocks]

Cried watching this because she is so inspiring, it's easy to think your difficulties are the worst but there are people that struggle that don't complain and are smiling everyday. I hope to be more like you and I hope a cure or some relief is found in 2020

[@Skinnyjeanabloh]

I remember seeing the first episode they did on her. It’s so sad to see she now can’t move on her own now but it’s good to see she’s still fighting

[@Soatrome]

I’m a guy that was depressed for ages. Let me tell you something based on experience: People are depressed because they don’t know how to handle their own lives. Manage thoughts and focus In a positive matter + the essentials of health and you’ll be able to manage life. Anti depressants is just temporary and won’t do you too much good, because you don’t treat the root of the problem which always is in your head. Tony Robbins once said that you can’t appreciate and feel negativity at the same time. Your focus is everything. Stay calm. Learn to breath deeply and learn how to stop your thoughts in their tracks when you think negatively about things. Counter, change focus and live with a purpose of your choosing. It’s all here guys... how not to be depressed. You have a choice to go on that journey and get to know yourself enough not to be depressed and hustle through the hardships, finding solutions and living a truly amazing life you might not ever were able to imagine... or you can stay depressed, find short term solutions such as anti depressants, or perhaps drugs, or perhaps food... Live consciously guys. And enjoy it while it lasts.

[@Soatrome]

Kind of got influenced by this video. 😉

[@twdjt6245]

Thanks for this.

[@xsauce1710]

I like that you can't appreciate and feel negative at the same time . I tried taking my life because I'm broken .. NO I WAS broken spirituality and mentally . I'm learning to love life mediation praying and finding blessings in everything. Thing with depression it's not that we don't know how to manage or lives it the fact We're used to that comfort it's easier to go to. We think we don't know how to do something but we do.. Idk guess I'm just reflexing on your comment . 💓

[@vanessadobbins2963]

God bless you and your family!!! It's beautiful that you have that support 24/7❣️🙏🙏🤗

[@tabitharosefreeman1793]

00:31 I cringed so hard when she was wiping her eyes with those sharp scissors ✂️😬

[@reneewilliams2200]

You are my hero. Your positive attitude through this condition is something I truly admire.

[@paulh.5643]

A burden? My dear young lady, you are the center of a wonderfully close family network that MAY not be that way without you. You are an old soul my dear who can take on this hardship. Your guardian angel is with you always! You are truly not alone.....God bless !!

[@caitlinmiller6152]

Omg this lady lives in my town and I’ve served on her at the restaurant I work at. Very nice lady! ❤️

[@suenocar4860]

I feel for this lady I was paralyzed from waist down I had got mersa on my spinal cored. I was scared had to get surgery n I told doc if he new I cudnt walk when he was done not to wake me n let me go but I got lucky thank god cuz I'm alone n don't have help I'm so glad this lady has help n god bless her

[@sherrymohammed7768]

May God Almighty be with you always

[@suenocar4860]

Oh thank you very much lady Muhammad that was very nice of you to say

[@VincentWilliams007]

I will never complain about my life and body again. This lady is an inspiration. G*D Bless you.

[@rylie670]

I hope she lives a great life

[@8BitGamer4life]

It's already not great to begin with.

[@KJ-ko5xo]

I saw her video from a couple years ago and it really makes me so sad to see her like this. I love her positive attitude and it really influences me to look on the bright side. I truly wish the best for her❤️

[@nwhy406]

Wow, I remember her from the convention video. I absolutely hate that it has progressed to where it is now.

[@facetedperspectives9950]

Bless this gal‼️‼️ Hanging tough regardless of this challenging disease.😇💜🙏🏾

[@OGmudbonez760]

God bless this lady

[@dordor718]

Every time I think I have it so rough, I see someone like this and count my blessings.....she is a special person.....God Bless you Ashley......

[@ehottie8979]

“That purse toss😐”but she did catch it😀👍🏼

[@addicted2saving203]

ehottie8979 exactly

[@michellehitt1976]

😂🤣

[@WhitneyDahlin]

Really inspiring story! She's so strong and ready to take on the world, she's really feisty! I like her

[@Ruby0465]

I remember seeing her years ago on Mystery Diagnosis! Only GOD knows your prognosis, what am inspiration and a strong woman. 🙏🏾

[@miracles.n.the.supernatural]

This is so sad what a nightmare this poor woman must feel like she's in. At least she has a family that cares about her that in itself is very rare.

[@shad0wx0x0]

every position she is in just looks awfully uncomfortable. She is such a strong person. She is amazing i wish her the best !

[@dianealbrecht496]

And i thought my aches & pains were an issue. God bless you, young lady. You are amazing!

[@renahindes9813]

Right on Lady!!! I know its hard to have to rely on others,yet your family. Loves you and helps you!!!!

[@baryonicmoon2611]

I feel so bad for her & many other's that have any kind of problems with living normal. She's great she's stronger then what I think I'll be. Bless her & Her family

[@vhead612]

Ashley is a hero. Wow she is caring for others to have a better quality of life and prevent a tragic amputation just to find out they have FOP. Amazing woman. I remember her last appearance and my heart hurt for her and her family, especially as a child to go through that. She perseveres and Ashley is a beautiful soul. How can you not see her strength? For bringing awareness and taking care of others through kindness and compassion. Thanks for sharing her inspiring story

[@emilyreplogle]

This woman is amazing. Attitude is everything!

[@Ghede888]

And here I am, upset, because Starbucks’ “toasted white mocha” has come to an end. It was seasonal. :-( This lady is an inspiration.

[@Layla-tg2qe]

...You can still be bummed out. Your emotions aren't automatically invalid just because someone else may have a larger issue.

[@aliennemesis0663]

I couldn’t imagine living everyday like this. She is a strong woman and i hope her condition doesn’t get any worse i pray for you sweetheart...

[@sahpem4425]

It’s a lovely update on Ashley. I’ve seen her in videos and interviews before and she’s really a brilliant person. Way to go, Ashley!

[@RetRNmamawMe]

You amaze me😃❣️Your story is a pure inspiration. With the honest up AND down sides of your diagnosis and prognosis...you live life to the absolute fullest‼️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼‼️ Keep up the awesome work🌹❣️❣️

[@KatTheLavaGirl]

Oh my gosh! I feel so bad for taking little things for granted! I wish Ashley and everyone else with any kind of disability/challenge luck.

[@lynettesideris7964]

Katherine The Lava Girl me too. I’m never taking my mobility for granted. I am recovering from knee surgery and found the simplest things to do we’re so complicated.

[@michellehitt1976]

Lynette Sideris oh I hope your recuperating well.. did you have orthoscopic surgery? I had that done about 15yrs ago.. take care🙂

[@Jadiant]

I love her so much she’s making me cry she’s so beautiful I love her strength so much please stay strong. You incredible woman, you are so blessed. I’m so thankful you are thankful

[@shaniapeters7285]

This is really sad prayers to her

[@A3anv]

Wow... We actually have so much to be thankful for. This breaks my heart.

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

While watching people like her it shows me how great my life is this is why I don't take life for granted I love my life God bless her I love my life..

[@totallytwithapostletoushan591]

She is absolutely amazing. Thank you for all that you do.

[@tinalewis7277]

What an incredible women! I use to be a PSS for a young women with FOP, she never let it stop her from doing anything and with such a positive outlook! She was the reason I continued on and got my CNA so I could better help people. There needs to be more research and efforts to find a cure for this debilitating disease. ❤️

[@ellsworth8328]

She's got a great attitude about life bless 🙏💯

[@TrueMiThompson]

Living your life however it’s handed to you!. She’s given me strength❤️

[@missfantabulle344]

She’s so positive 👏🏼 and cute ...I’ll never ever said again that I’m on pain cuz I’m healthy and lucky so .... she’s so inspiring 👌🏼🙏🏼 lots of love and support from my little French country = Switzerland 🇨🇭 😘👋🏼

[@herbstzeitlose1616]

oh boy ... and i think i have problems !!🤦🏻‍♀️ brave women❗ God bless you

[@sbug2705]

People such as this are the real heroes to me. What an amazing woman.

[@michelleannterry3395]

Such strength and positivity! What heroes! God bless them all! 👍😘🤗💖

[@littlelady.24]

Bless her mother💗 there's no other human being such as a mom💝

[@amandabruce7596]

You are witness to not give in, you are a beautiful person♥️I have lupus&other issues where I have to sleep 16hrs.a day.But my faith&daughter&son take care of us.he has Tourettes Autism Arthritis&Schitzophrenia.We all help each other &I can tell you are no burden,but I feel that too sometimes.Glad you started a support group,Good 4U!!!!!♥️🌹

[@Juancarlos-n3d7t]

Sad to know she’s completely bedridden now 😔

[@bellaluvv6159]

I admire your bravery Ashley. Keep spreading awareness about FLP

[@jojocooeyate1214]

Wow 😳 I didn't know there are types of these kind of disease that affect our bodies. I'm so amazed at how much you handle this so far. I'm proud of you an I see th strength in you. May God bless you and your family an watch over you 🙏😇🙏😇

[@janellebaker2621]

What an uplifting attitude this lady has. And an amazing family!

[@shabarithelink]

This woman has been an inspiration for a long time. Love her.

[@SarahSunshine9]

Her attitude is amazing, wow. So humbling.

[@ElectricShark]

A strong lady that I admire! A pinnacle of strength and resilience!

[@vegashainning8071]

Never a burden..A PURE BLESSING..Vicarious in the sweetest ways....All my best Ashley ..Surely from others with utmost sincerity🤗

[@143katy]

God Bless her 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 LET HER HAVE A MUCH HAPPINESS AND INDEPENDENCE AS possible🙏🏻😊

[@NTGreekGal]

SBSK channel just put out a video about her today.

[@fishfingers3024]

I worked with a lady whose daughter lived with this condition. I worked with her for years before she told me, she was ashamed, even though she went t school and lived independently with aid. It made me sad she was ashamed and not singing her praises from the roof.

[@Betty-hv9fj]

0:18 "Whatever the world trows at me" *gets a bag trown at her* Why did the edit it like that😂😂

[@joaquindeleontagorda8984]

Love and support from the bottom of my heart. You are a great person that this world needs.

[@Ron71997]

Thanks to the support of her Mom, she can have a life.....so beautiful is the unconditional love of a Mother... also much respect to Ashley for being so strong and still having self respect with her makeup and fashionable clothing....

[@misstinahamilton5714]

Good Health is truly a blessing and is never to be taken for granted -what a true inspiration she is - she has deteriorated even in the past few years but has truly accepted her fate - God Bless her

[@SandiByrd]

What a magnificent outlook on life. She's extraordinary!

[@somalinimokitchen3939]

That scissors gave me anxiety attack

[@sunflowertulip9346]

I was scared as hell

[@erikazelda2159]

You're a blissful blessing, the power of positivity is real and i truly wish you and your family all the best, very touching and inspiring in so many ways ❤✌

[@skapunkoialternativeliving6522]

No matter how sick or ugly you may look to other people or crippled that you may look you love your life and that's it because life is very precious do not take life for granted live as long as you can and enjoy every minute..

[@agathadirks]

She’s so nice, and a lovely family and friends that love her. Made my cry a bit.

[@caroldriehorst1165]

She is such a strong person, I pray many Blessings to her and her Family.

[@JustBeeCharmer]

It's sad to see she lost all her mobility, but it's awesome she has family support and is so positive life in general. She's just trying to live her life to its fullest, having fun and friends and that's what's really important. I wish her the best time!

[@lovelyfree902]

I love how she is not letting her illness stop her from living and that she has loving people to help her.

[@MrLaTEchno]

...your one hell of a woman.......never see one as strong as you! I truly wish you a lot lot of energy to go on girl. Respect for you and your aid.

[@j.c.moes.3742]

Hello Ashley Kurpiel. Too often people have no choice. I just wanted to say that I think you are a champion. And your family, also one of champions! I wish you many victories over your illness! Most friendly greetings from the Netherlands. J.C. Moes. (68) Lelystad the Netherlands.