This 'Normal' Photo Hides a DARK Secret (and she doesn't know it)

[@jerrymoore838]

This one made me cry. Pam is everything a person should be. All the best to John who cared enough for Pam that he didnt run away. Both beautiful souls

[@Patricia-x4g]

Pam is an angel…talk about divine intervention ✨😇 Hope both are leading shining blessed lives 🏵️🌲

[@genaderibeaux9595]

Me too

[@WayneTheSeine]

Same here. My emotions stirred and welled up inside. Thank you Pam. Bless you John. May those same angels stay near both of you.

[@MarkHonea-dx6mv]

(Angels). ​@@WayneTheSeine

[@Katinahat293]

Ditto. Pam is doing God’s work.

[@limasierra6639]

Imagine the divine intervention at play when you're freezing to death in the woods and this random woman comes out of nowhere in the middle of a storm? And she has the supplies and know how to save you? That must've felt profound and miraculous to him. It certainly would have felt that way to me.

[@mjk6618]

Would definitely make me think: "An Angel sent from GOD"

[@gwhiz5109]

So many people feel insignificant and that the world is indifferent to their existence. "John" was a kind soul who put aside his own suicide to keep Pam safe, knowing she'd risk her own life for him. It`s reassuring to know there are caring people out there and America hasn't lost everyone to blind consumerism & greed. As long as there`s unconditional concern for others in need, there's hope for humanity.

[@Linda-ws3bd]

@@limasierra6639 God is good!

[@CharliStar]

If I was at the point of suicide and this happened to me… I could have possibly tricked myself into thinking that she was in fact an Angel, part of my depressive / hypothermic induced hallucinations… Not the Beautiful Soul that is Pam. The human equivalent of an Angel.

[@smgv39]

What a kind soul, to not run off because you don't want to endanger someone else during your own suicide attempt. John, I hope that you get the help that you deserve. Obviously, Pam is a hero but John did not run away because he did not want her to run after him and potentially die as a result, that speaks of kindness as well.

[@sharrondinnis1335]

Amen🙏🏻. God bless both🙏🏻😇.

[@aazhie]

I think a lot of people don't mean their attempts as much as they think. Most folks don't long term wish to end their lives, they just lost all hope and don't know what else to do. There's certainly people who may know they are so sick or about to become so ill that they do intend to avoid that suffering. But usually suic*de is a permanent solution to temporary problems :(

[@christinabest.9058]

So right, I really hope that John is doing much better, and thanks to Pam, that's possible. Such a touching story of the frailty of humanity, but also the strength.

[@JamesMccowan-r2w]

John you do matter everyone matters. You and God need Pam that day and he put her there iam glad she there for you ahe amzing women.

[@Celestein]

Pam strikes me as a guardian and steward soul, like a guard dog or shepherd protecting all those around her. What a beautiful person and story, that she led someone not only from the mountain but back towards hope.

[@QueerFrogRabbit]

He couldn't let her down. "I mattered to Pam." My stars, that was powerful.

[@j.stephens257]

So admirable of Pam to not give up on "John". I hope "John" has found found what he needs not only to continue living but to thrive.

[@angiewhitlock9818]

Pam was in that moment was an angel sent to save "John" what amazing compassion, care and bravery she displayed. I guessed John had gone up there to die, but, because Pam showed him that HE mattered, she not only saved his physical body, she saved his soul, truly saving his life. Thank you Pam Be kind, a kind word can make all the difference, you never know what someone is going through

[@hariman7727]

There's another factor at play here: People have only so much energy and brain power to spend on making choices, completing tasks, and just plain living... EXCEPT when other people are involved and they're doing something to help someone else. John had nothing left beyond the energy to walk where he was sure he'd die. Pam's presence meant that he had someone else to care for and do something for, because she wasn't going to let him die.

[@ForsakenWar]

100%

[@ForsakenWar]

@mylittleventures Yikes! It's a sad, cold, little world you live in... isn't it😳

[@StealthyNomadica]

@mylittleventures Consider this: Sit down and write a story about what happened that injured you so badly that you lash out at random people. Find someone in your community who has been hurt like you were. Offer to spend a little time sitting with them and just listening to their story (not telling your own) to help them unload their grief. Kindness costs nothing, gives everything. Most unkindness is a cry for love coupled with a fear of rejection. For those who are hurting so badly that life is unbearable: Take a shower, dress neatly, go buy a bouquet of flowers, go into a crowded area like a shopping center, smile and offer hugs, hand out a flower to people who seem to be struggling, and see how you feel after that. Volunteer for a charity that appeals to you, even just an hour or two, and see how you feel. There is nothing more powerful to get you out of your own negativity and self-pity, then to go help other people less fortunate than you. I pray God's comfort over your pain and I pray He sends you a lantern to light your path because you are here for a reason, and there is only one person on Earth who can carry it out; you.

[@theresavancamp7575]

Two very special humans met and through a shared dangerous and frightening experience, their souls were enriched. I believe this was ordained before they were born. GOD's Plan never fails no matter human actions.

[@Zmommaofboyz1996]

Dang. That was an impressively heavy situation with a heartwarming ending. Thank goodness Pam was there for this man when he needed her tough love to power past his demons.

[@angelika9396]

I truly cried while you read Johns letter. It was great of him to go with her to not endanger her further. And she is a truly great soul.

[@maneerahmed6443]

Pam a Wonderful woman who saved a man who didn't want to live anymore. An angel in disguise.

[@Split0069]

Pretty thin disguise, considering she does search and rescue.

[@maneerahmed6443]

@Split0069 Man wanted to die he didn't want to be saved did you miss that part. She went out of her way to save him. He made a new start in life thanks to this courageous woman.

[@MrDocSeus]

This is a beautiful story. I’ve felt like John before and there have been Pam’s in my life to get me off the mountain. I pray that everyone who struggles can find help. You are loved.

[@flowermeerkat6827]

Wow, beautiful comment too.

[@SuspiciousWolf]

As a survivor of my own brain, I knew as soon as you said he had on shorts what had happened. Thank god for all the Pam’s of this world!

[@AnnHollowell-l1v]

Same here ❤

[@13kimosabi13]

SAME…..he was in tennis shoes and shorts => it had to be….. I had one IDEA THAT WAS WORSE but she was behind him…..not him behind her when she decided to turn around…

[@lakeshoreshepherds741]

@SuspiciousWolf absolutely 🎯💯🎯💯🎯🙏 Survivor of my own brain. You’re not alone. I love the way you put that 💙

[@lakeshoreshepherds741]

@SuspiciousWolf absolutely 🎯💯🎯💯🎯🙏 Survivor of my own brain. You’re not alone. I love the way you put that 💙

[@FrizzyArt8]

Survivor of my own brain. I love how you said this. I too am just that. And everyday that I awake I continue to be.

[@jillboyle5264]

Amazing story! My sister’s boyfriend has been part of Pemi search and rescue for years! I have watched first hand, the selflessness of this AMAZING group! They are the real deal and their level of empathy for others is unmatched. They are true angels living on earth. This was a divine appointment. God bless Pam and God bless John!!

[@SuzanneDeniseB]

You never know what someone is going through... Please be kind 😢❤ Thanks Pam..

[@k.s.173]

How true that is... You never know.

[@grooves555]

I got chills when you finished reading the letter. Pam was meant to save his life, bless her heart. She’s one amazing person. I hope John is living a great life.

[@Suzanneyhearts]

Unfortunately I lost a friend who hiked up his favourite trail with the same intention. I am so glad that John got a chance to keep living and facing the hard and slow work that is therapy and becoming mentally well. I’ve trudged that path and done the exposure treatments for PTSD, and it is not an easy fix, but it’s very much worth it and doable. Young men die by suicide at scary rates, and this issue needs to be talked about, so thank you. To my man nature pals here, please prioritize your mental health and find the help you need when you’re suffering.

[@cindy-mq6pl]

Straight white males are at even greater risk of suicide now because society tells them they must feel guilty simply for being what they are: straight, white, male

[@hariman7727]

What makes the high male suicide rate even worse is the fact that there's an entire political party/activist movement screaming at young men that they're worthless oppressors and that trying to be men will make them worse and more unforgivable. It's reprehensible at the least.

[@reignofbastet]

I‘m sorry about your friend. Exposure therapy does help, but I agree, it’s a slow go. Good luck to you.

[@cprove5751]

I don’t know how 😢

[@reignofbastet]

@ There‘s lots of therapists on YT, you can do a search for the term, and there’ll be lots of videos. I’m sure you can find someone who you can learn from 🩵

[@KidarWolf]

Hey John, if you read this - I've been there, more times than I'd care to remember. I'm glad Pam gave you the strength to try just one more time to keep going. I hope life for you has gotten to a point where it's comfortable enough that you don't struggle with the weight of feeling like that anymore. You're a brave soul. Sending love from one survivor to another. Pam, if you're reading this - thank you for being a good person, capable of pushing people to do what, for them at the time, is the impossible. You were the right person, at the right time, for John. I can't begin to put into words how amazing a feat your rescue that day was. Fantastic work. Hearing this story has restored my faith in humanity once again. Thank you.

[@Andrea-LovesYouStill]

Just felt like saying, you matter too. You’re obviously an empathetic person, despite your own inner battles. That makes it obvious that you are an asset to the world. I’ve been there too, many times. One thing that has saved me, and still does is knowing that I’m not the only one who feels like there’s not much reason to keep going. I realized that, because I know how it feels, I can relate to others in a way that some people can’t, and I’ve literally talked people out of their potential last moments. I genuinely believe that’s because I didn’t just say “Oh, no, you’ll be ok,” but moreso, “I get it, but we can make it better.” Some ppl hear these stories and say “We need more ppl like Pam.” I say I am a Pam, and I want to encourage others to be the same. When you’re busy looking out for others who could simply use some acknowledgment (something some people actually go without for quite some time since everyone’s too busy in their own head with their own problems they don’t even bother to say “hello” to strangers) it makes it hard to think about your own. Because you now have a greater purpose. And that’s what we need to survive : Purpose. So anyway, I still feel “over it” sometimes. Yesterday even, but “we can do it” if not only because there are others out there who need us more than we need to give up. Pardon the novel, but I pray you hold onto hope. (Speaking of “novels”, the Bible gives me a lot of inspiration now too. Sooo many true stories of ppl who had reason to give up but pressed on and now they’re HISTORICAL for their perseverance. 😏) Anyway, Yah bless. Spread the message to be a Pam (or be like Yeshua “Jesus” really. 😉)

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

​@@Andrea-LovesYouStill amen and beautifully said. God bless you both.

[@Linda-ws3bd]

Thank you Pam! Hey John….depression SUCKS! I am sorry for you but NEED to say this….my 32 year old son took his life 3 years ago. I think he was trying to tell me but my thick brain just wasn’t catching what he was throwing my way. I am so proud of you for seeing Pam’s determination as a sign that you matter. Please be brutally honest with those around you, especially if you sink way low in your life. Spare those family and friends of yours the excruciating permanent agony and take the risk of telling them how you are really feeling. You got this man!

[@retriever19golden55]

Linda, I'm so sorry you lost your lovely boy! I can't imagine how awful that must be. And I'm so sorry he felt he had no other viable option. Whatever his reasons were, they must have been so compelling to him that he felt he had no other options, poor man...rest in peace.

[@Linda-ws3bd]

@ thank you. Be Blessed

[@GenelleSmay]

​@@retriever19golden55I became so depressed that I wanted to die. I realized my kids might find me and I told myself- just sleep, it will be ok tomorrow. It was both times. I never told my family. They wouldn't know what to say...I don't think it's what you say, but what you do. Like Pam, be kind and guide the person. All I needed was a hug that lasted until I was ok. I love myself now😊 I'm 73. Take care

[@meechellla]

❤

[@Beauzesta]

❤❤❤❤

[@daniellejarvis157]

So nice to have a Kyle video where everyone lives!!! People who are suicidal are often condemned for 'not thinking of the people who love you', but those folks don't understand that they do care about others, very deeply, often to the point that they think their death is actually helping those they love. He didn't want to take her down with him.

[@greenliter1]

@daniellejarvis157 yeah… it’s strange having the duality of knowing it’s a lie that destroys families and friend groups, while also feeling like it’s the truth. It makes for a confusing and empty time.

[@ND-or5so]

@daniellejarvis157 Also, people that find out someone they love committed suicide really don't know how bad they were hurting inside 😢

[@kathleenkalman4796]

When you're feeling like committing suicide the pain is so bad nothing else matters... Nothing.

[@soul_headshot]

I’ve watched 100s of videos about hiking and climbing and rescuers and deaths and everything in between, and this story right here, is my very favorite one. Pam is a fucking beast

[@Victoriah1923]

We need more Pam's in this world. Hope "John" is still doing well on his journey to realize he has worth. Thank you to all search and rescue teams who volunteer their time to save others.

[@charo2972]

We need more Johns as well (in a sense). He chose life in the end. Unfortunately, too many people choose the other way around not realizing that the pain they feel, they only transfer it to the living. I hope he is well to. Be well.

[@douglasmorrow8004]

Pam showed he is loved. It changed his life. Next incident John will save someone else, guaranteed.

[@De.D1]

😢So touching. God bless her!🙏🏼😇💕

[@celinageddes743]

And John too !!

[@karenshadle365]

What an incredible story. Pam is the epitome of a nurse who lives her calling. Bless her. And John, you received a miracle exactly when you needed it most. Live your best life in knowing that you truly deserve a place in this universe.

[@frisk151]

ANGEL! Good Nurses absolutely ARE Angels!

[@AustralianOpalRocks]

My Mom was a nurse. It was always a joke in my extended family that she would spend any day off helping someone. If nobody in the family was sick, as the joke goes, she would pick up the phone book and randomly ask people if they were sick or knew anyone who was sick. She was the best woman I have ever known.

[@c.fraizer6966]

Beautifully stated , and so very true!

[@myfirstnamemylastname2994]

Yes when you think about Pam just going for a private hike and having the bad luck to have to rescue someone instead that's one thing. When you think of it as a bizarre coincidence that could be a message from the universe to John what are the odds if you hike up a mountain all by yourself that is otherwise deserted Dressed To Die quickly in a snowstorm and encountering a an extremely experienced and determined rescue specialist who is going to rescue you whether or not you cooperate, and even if it literally takes all day or all night and she might die trying. That is indeed unbelievable luck for John.

[@sooofunny37]

@@AustralianOpalRocks lol

[@yo_its_javi9808]

What a story 😢 Here's to all of the Pams of the world. Beautiful humans are all around. I hope youre doing okay, John.

[@mushishi9684]

☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️☀️

[@LuisVelasquez-d8b]

Thx

[@doogmann]

i hope for the guys sake, he is not in one of your tent cities, slavery sucks amongs you strange peoples

[@jeannawashburn4442]

Pam is a true hero and the best example of humanity ever. Thank you for your service and your rescue organization!

[@leftykeys6944]

Pam showed by example how real heroes don't seek the spotlight. Whatever the occasion that makes one a hero, ego gratification is never the motive. Just their humanity.

[@oliverwouk2845]

Wow , what an incredible story and what an incredible woman Pam really is !!! I am a 54 year old man from Darwin, Australia and this brought tears to my eyes and to Pam , " your a shining beacon of light " !!! 😢🙏👍

[@CarolineClf-om7qu]

@@oliverwouk2845 Beautifully im lucy Colgan from Ireland Bless u

[@krlcomments672]

I started to cry when you read his letter. Thank you for reading it whole.

[@lakeshoreshepherds741]

Ditto. ❤

[@AngelWest58]

havn't even got to that part and I'm already crying

[@10gryphon10]

That was a great story Kyle. Very inspiring to know people like Pam and "John" exist in the world. His letter was as beautiful as her spirit

[@kq20117]

This is why it’s so important to always treat others with kindness and respect first. And to keep it up unless you are rejected by the other person, or if they display threatening behavior.

[@mchunley]

An amazing story. Very heartwarming. We never know how we can be a positive influence in someone’s life. “John”, has a propose yet to be discovered.

[@kingofallhallowseve]

Such a touching story. I know how it feels, like you don’t matter, like life isn’t worth it. But it is worth it. You matter. I hope John is doing much better, and that Pam is still helping people, being an angel

[@janhill2079]

The most impactful story you have ever shared. John wasn't fated to die this day. He was sent a Guardian Angel with Pam. I sincerely hope he can conquer his demons

[@Guido00507]

Beautiful story. Empathy and compassion are probably the most important virtue a person can have.

[@odonnelldenise]

🇨🇦 I have never met you, but love you John. I was there once. The day youare there to save the life of another who like you did not feel worthy will be the day you were born for. So grateful Pam found you. ❤D

[@NunYa-m4h]

I had just recently watched the movie about this and when I realised this video was about that, I wasn't going to finish watching it. But I'm glad I did. The movie did not do the story justice. Thank you for reading his letter. It really touched me.

[@dropbear4973]

'John' had some angels rooting for him, and one of them was Pam. ❤️

[@frisk151]

Been concussed and burned.. I was a bit brain scrambled and functioning on adrenaline, until I wasn't.. I actually was on my back and vehicles burning around me.. I couldn't move until the adriniline kicked in.. Worked my way out of that by myself... ONLY because of my cave diving training and experience did I make it out of the place NOBODY was coming for me.. NOBODY... Once I worked my way to the edge of the underground building.. This lady actually ripped me over the rails... I'll NEVER blame anyone for not coming in for me.. It was bad unknown things going on.. All on Austin and APD video as it exploded.. Even got slammed on a police cruiser burned seriously badly... 40 something degree that night.. AMLI downtown ATX Feb 1012.. I was so grateful for getting slammed on the hood of the officers cruiser, cuffed like I was a terrorist.. (Again.. All over the news)... The heat on that hood... This is mostly random... However, and I mean this.. I thanked law enforcement... It hank fire department (They actually trump police when it comes to life.. As in, they told APD officers to uncuff me! And then said, we'll cut them off of him!".. Whoever that lady was who ripped me over that railing at the 11.9 th mile, where I was completely gassed and burn pain was starting to rear its head.. I NEVER have been able to locate who she is... Watching videos and all.. Anyway.. There ARE ANGELS out there.. This lady absolutely is one... I judge from afar obviously... No doubt his letter was great.. To show appreciation.... I don't think it is enough though.. I learned to fly full scale helicopters after Travis County STAR Flight brought me to BAMC (now SAMMC) in SATX... NOBODY thought I was going to live... I just for once didn't open my big mouth and inhale.. You cannot skin graft lung anything.. So.. Long winded.. Be mad at yourself if you feel like I wasted your time... I didn't force you. ;). This Lady is both the definition and human version of what a HERO and a Angel is... I'll never say it is easy to let even an enemy bleed out on the "field" (lol... field.. yeah). When things are blowing out your eardrums.. Making your eyes bleed... Simply simply put... If everyone is dead or dying... And, you are completely out of ammo and frags.. You (hopefully) look for other weapons on your way out.. IF you have a fkn brother squaring off with only a knife.. YOU (NOT EVERYONE) RUN and accept the consequences.. That is war kids.. That is ALSO the streets if it comes down to dealing with things... This WOMAN had NO OBLIGATION... NO SUPPORT.. I hope she never runs into this ever again.. I respect whoever she is far more than a lot of people sending and receiving bad news... Figure it out if you don't understand that deliver system and how the "return to sender" notification is returned by howls..

[@SensiProductionzBlindDogVideos]

I hope John sees this, and knows we are all precious in this world, and here for a reason. Even if we currently don’t know the reason, we gotta push on and find out eventually. Thanks again Kyle. I have depression issues and I really appreciate this video. Tomorrow is always a new day to change things for the better. 💚💛❤️

[@cynthiaquemen9262]

Dear John …. -THANK YOU!!! I needed to hear YOUR WORDS! Who’s crying?!? i ain’t crying

[@kanesawerewolf]

WoW! This one hit different! Huge thanks to Pam for saving John's life. Huge thanks to John for reaching out. I hope both are doing well and enjoying everything life has to offer.

[@melissahaidle1633]

Thank you; all of you. You matter. ❤

[@jamesphillips2301]

Pam's are what make humanity different. The more Pam's, the better the world. Selfless humanity at it's best.

[@i_love_rescue_animals]

Wow! Pam is a BOSS!! She is the kind of person you would want with you in any kind of DIRE situation. She just doesn't give up! And she's an older woman - and slight of build - and she's STILL just killin' it out there in terrible conditions. 💪🏽 I really hope Pam's care for "John" really turned his life around. He must have been really suffering to be in such a desperate state. I hope he has gotten the help he needs and has been able to get his life and his mental state on better footing. I hope he has found a way to see the beauty in his life. GREAT story! 🙌🏽 ❤

[@duerremueller3609]

Been struggling w the same things as John lately. This one made me smile, thank you

[@KyleHatesHiking]

stay strong 💪

[@resarm5007]

🫂 I hope you find strength 💪 in this story... perhaps helping you keep things more in perspective. Temporary situations, yes. Gratefulness. I hope you are feeling better and better. If you do find yourself feeling the same way again, and you are in the US, please 🙏 call 211 for help! Please don't suffer alone! I have been there too...

[@retriever19golden55]

It's been a difficult time for a lot of us lately, yeah? I've been close myself a few times. Best help for me has been my dogs, they need me; but not everyone lives where they can have a dog. If you do, get one, they're a true port in the storm. Music helps a lot, too. I also watch KZbin videos from a comedian named Charlie Hopkinson, "watch parties" of the Lord of the Rings movies in Gandalf's living room with Boromir, Elrond, and others. He does Star Wars, too. They're clever and funny, get me out of my stupid head for a while. Not trying to tell you what to do, just relating what's helped me. Hang in there, buddy...the world needs people like you who understand what it's like.

[@chimom7112]

Im glad you found something that works for you. My dogs save my life every day.​@@retriever19golden55

[@duerremueller3609]

@@retriever19golden55 thank you so much for this, and you're absolutely right. My dog is my absolute world. Being in college several states away from her is so tough (she's our family dog) but I'm telling myself I'm going to get a dog when I graduate this spring. It's one of my biggest motivators to keep fighting. Dogs are literal angels on earth.

[@neelsnprayer]

Kindness and unselfish acts such as Pam is what this world needs more of. ♥️ "John" I'm praying for you that every day gets better. Thank you Pam for being so amazing and not giving up on a stranger.

[@Sproogle777]

An amazing and beautiful story of compassion and redemption. A story of love and hope. Peace and happiness to Pam and John and thanks to Kyle for your thoughtful and caring delivery.

[@jennyjones7987]

What a wonderful story! Pam and John were meant to cross paths that day. It made me tear up. Thanks Kyle for your amazing content. ❤

[@resarm5007]

There were TWO brave people on that mountain that day...one who walked to the brink in order to end it all and another who went to the brink to bring someone back to the world of the living. Both had to make the first steps. And keep putting one foot in front of the other. It took bravery for her to go after him, knowing the risks to herself. And bravery for him to follow her back. He probably felt like a coward, and I've been there. I felt that way. Pam, you are a marvelous, strong person. God placed you there that day. 🙏 'John'...if you're reading this, congrats on coming back to the world of the living and going on to get help and living another day, in spite of, and in the face of your demons. God bless you both!

[@jellomiki]

As someone with chronic depression, more than once i tought of fading away on trail. In a place of peace and calm, surronded by nature, to become one with it in a more permanent way. Pam is an angel, like every angel who spoke to me, joked with me, walked with me on trail. Knowing it or not I was saved by them times and times again. "Just one more day on the trail, if I meet someone kind, I'll walk with them" and every time it happened, and I stayed on this trail. I wish I could thank them all.

[@trailrunner925]

I'm older, not depressed, but when I think about my eventual end, I often thought I will just drive out into the desert and die among nature.... it does seem so much more peaceful and tranquil than a long lingering hospital stay. Maybe it's a recognition that at some level, we ARE part of nature and just returning to our roots, so to speak. Modern society tends to build walls that encapsulate us and cut us off from that larger sense of the magnificent wonder of the cycle of life.

[@SandiKlein]

Keep trucking’ friend, there are many more angels in your future, always remember those you will leave behind, if you still have a mom and or dad, please don’t ever take your life. I hope you find love for yourself, I know that’s not always easy.

[@giggiddy]

​@@SandiKleinSo one should live in daily agony and hurt, so someone else can live their life comfortably? Someone in that much pain does not want to hurt anyone with their death. They simply want the pain to go away. Staying alive for someone else really doesn't compute to the miserable one. Its an extremely dark, sad, and lonely place to be.

[@sol-leks6122]

​@@giggiddy yes, we all do. We all deal with pain and suffering. That is life. And btw it did compute to the miserable one in this story.

[@sexyeur]

​@@sol-leks6122Sounds more like that half-hearted, oxymoronic "you're unique, just like everyone else," mantra. But then you summarily tack on the glib "that's life," and like you know what a mile in anyone's shoes amounts to. What an exasperation, and *hardly* as empathetic as the comment you chose to respond to. No thank you.

[@Gail9202]

Wow. I have a lump in my throat and tears streaming down my cheeks. Thank you for that powerful story and thank you Pam for being a hero nurse inside and out of the hospital

[@jackiebroker]

I don't often cry for these, but this is beautiful.

[@charliekezza]

Pam didnt just save his life once, the way she made him feel saved his life again.

[@frisk151]

I pray he realizes this and pays it at least a little bit forward..

[@saragales1622]

What a truly amazing story! I really hope and pray that John now has a home of his own, a job and a purpose in life. Stay strong John you DO matter, as we all do.

[@angelalewis92]

What an amazing story. The world needs more Pams. She shows us what it means to look out for one another, and to lend an unconditional hand to those who need it. I hope John is in a better place now. Despite his pain, he didn’t want to put Pam in further danger. Bless them both. Great presentation, Kyle xx

[@miketheknife3072]

We can all be Pams.....or Johns the choice is yours 🤷‍♂️🙏

[@1432b]

Pam is *truly an angel!* John himself _is amazing for realizing that another person need not die, saving him._ I wish them continue warmth and love from everyone!

[@outdoor75]

What an angel Pam is appearing out of the snowstorm to save John. This brings a tear to my eyes for sure. Will definitely watch the movie.

[@idiotette]

Didn't expect to cry at work today, but here we are.

[@KyleHatesHiking]

I almost titled this video "This story will bring 50% you of to tears"

[@teresalopez7081]

@@KyleHatesHiking I didn’t have tears but so much admiration. I could see myself crying after hearing about this amazing rescue. ❤

[@derekweiland1857]

​@@KyleHatesHiking I didn't cry when my father was hung for stealing a pig, but I'll cry now.

[@brighterstarr]

​@@derekweiland1857omg 😲 why, when, where? So many questions. 😢

[@derekweiland1857]

@@brighterstarr Haha. It's a line from the Simpsons.

[@BonnieBlair-zm4uu]

When he sent 📤 the letter to the Rescue President, I began to cry. 😢 TY to John for ACCEPTING help. Pam was born to do this.❤✝️🕊️✨🛐

[@marcsorensen2985]

you are getting better at storytelling, as well as story selection, well done

[@KyleHatesHiking]

thanks so much! my editor Levi and I have been working hard 💪

[@AmityAmy]

Just what I was thinking, turning into a mr ballen of hiking

[@leeweatherly7659]

@@KyleHatesHiking It shows! Your intro had me on the edge of my seat. Really moving story, and it was told extremely well. Thank you!

[@plasticego]

lighting up the darkness! Thanks, and Blessings on Pam, John, and Kyle!!!

[@MythStarFire]

Thankfully Pam is the kind of person who knows everyone needs someone to care about them at some point in their life. We often judge too quickly by what we see on the surface and never stop to think about what else might be going on in a person’s life and how even the simplest or as in this case one of the greatest acts of kindness will impact them and possibly the world.

[@anjaadolphsen2087]

That really made me cry. I hope John is well and best wishes to Pam, she is a very inspiring soul. The fact that John was afraid something would happen to Pam shows us that even though he was so desperate, he had a really lovable character. I hope he manages to love himself again and take care of himself. All the best from someone who has never met him and still feels connected. God bless you two.

[@frankG335]

He was worth rescuing. Everyone is, even if they don't know it.

[@h.nicolejorgensen2077]

❤ Thank you to Pam and other rescuers for being there when others were struggling. Glad to hear that “John” is getting help. This was such a touching story. To anyone going through trials and struggling with the inner demons. You matter and you are loved. Let’s reach out to those who might need a bit of encouragement and support and let them know that we value them. The world desperately needs more love. ❤️ Thanks Kyle for another great story.

[@Orangeshebert]

Thank you for reading his entire letter. I hope he is continuing to heal. Pam is a special person.

[@TammyCleveland-n2l]

Wonderful story, very emotional! I saw the movie months ago and it really keeps you engaged and on the seat of your pants. She is a wonderful soul and I hope John is doing well.

[@trubrit5036]

Incredible story! Incredible woman! I am so glad that 'John' was touched enough, to know that his life matters, and has sought help. One day, he can pay it forward.

[@witta505]

What an incredible story, told with such care and concern as I've come to appreciate so much from this channel. So good to know there are people like Pam in this world.

[@dianne11ca]

That was such a moving story. Pam and John have lessons to teach all of us. Thanks, Kyle.

[@marciadoherty9334]

This made me cry.......Pam is so impressive. I hope everyone in this story is hopeful and happy. Go Pam! You are my hero

[@lorettamathildefajardo1194]

Crying. Bless your heart Pam, and "John" I hope you found your place and peace of mind. This is a compelling story of kindness.

[@Uhtredwicked95]

This episode made me super emotional, im so grateful for people like Pam and I'm grateful that she saved a life and that he saved his own life in the end. Keep on keeping on.

[@janmarchand7294]

An absolute angel, right there on the mountain. What Pam did took grit, she was moving them both through terrible conditions. not just herself. Brava Pam!

[@lmckinley145]

This is such a beautiful story and brought me to tears. John I hope you have overcome your hardships. You do matter. Pam, you are an angel.

[@shirleykathan-sayess5764]

I was born in Bellows Falls in 1948. I only lived in VT for 2 years and then moved to NH. I love your videos, Kyle. I am not a hiker, but my son loves visiting national parks and has hiked portions of AT in VT. I will encourage him to watch your videos for the safety information you provide. Thank you! ❤ Shirley

[@MariaAbrams]

Oh this one got my heart. Pam, you are amazing. Thank you for being you. If only we all could be just a Lil bit like Pam. ❤ I have terrible depression and sometimes all it takes is the smallest thing to help. Kindness matters. My heart hurts for John.

[@AkinaLOL]

I hope John found his way back to happiness and life. And maybe back to hiking his beloved Jewell trail with only peace on his mind.

[@katherineschexneider585]

What a beautiful story. I also enjoy your more sinister tales, but it was so wonderful to hear a story with a happy ending, the happiest ending possible for "John." He could have driven off to end his life some other way, but what Pam gave him kept him going long enough to make it to therapy, get mental health support. Wow.

[@beulahcarter8045]

Glory to God ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽. Pam was his angel that day . God had her there for that purpose. Glory Hallelujah 🙌

[@aileenmcruz3589]

That noted truly made me cry. 😢 It goes to show that we never know what someone is going through. Always offer kindness and help no matter the circumstances. Most would’ve given up and left him there. She is the rare 1%. Thank you Pam for your kind heart.❤

[@KittysMom2]

This planet needs more "Pam's", a wonderful person with an angelic heart. Many blessings to both of them. Our creator put them in that position/need for a reason. In the pain of the moment they were blessed.

[@annesuire758]

Pam is the human spirit on fire!!!. Amazing lady!

[@LettyMatamoros]

This story made me cry. Thank you Pam for your humanity and fighting spirit. Bless you John for making that second chance at life count.

[@carolrohrer325]

Wow! I wish for a friend like Pam for me and everyone else, especially John. How lucky he was to have been found by Pam. Good wishes to all. 30:48

[@pinktiger1511]

Pam, you're a hero! We need more people like you. John, so glad you're getting help. You are needed and wanted. Love to you both!

[@EbonsMom]

What an amazing story Kyle!! It gave me goose bumps at the end. Good on John for not giving up on life and Thank You Pam for showing up and being the absolute best example of unconditional love that anyone could ever encounter in this lifetime! Thank You for believing in the sanctity of life for John when he was at a point of having nearly given up himself. Your rescue clearly demonstrates what a profound difference can be made through an unshakable resolve of caring! Blessings to you and your SAR Team and to John for getting the additional help he needed following his lifesaving encounter with you on Mt Washington, NH that day. 😊🙏😊

[@dawnmassaroguy9330]

I saw the movie a few years ago and was so moved by the "humanity" of both Pam & John...I will make a small donation in that the rescue can keep hope safe & alive. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@catkit728]

Please, what's the movie.this has made me cry, she I definitely an angel on earth

[@Lah341]

@@catkit728the movie is called infinite storm

[@dawnmassaroguy9330]

@catkit728 The name of the movie is "Infinite Storm" which came out in 2022. I think Naomi Watts plays Pam.

[@catkit728]

@dawnmassaroguy9330 thank u I finally caught the title.at the end

[@ar2043]

If you are from the north east, you probably are aware that there is a sign on top of Mount Washington that warn you not to go any further as "Beyond this sign can be most extreme weather conditions in the world"!! Hasn't Mount Washington in New Hampshire recorded the coldest temperature ever? Or the highest sustained wind ever? I know it holds some type of record without me looking it up.

[@Last_Chance.]

Signs like that are just begging to be gone past by people like me.

[@KyleHatesHiking]

I believe it has the highest recorded wind speed for the Northern Hemisphere and Western Hemisphere

[@culturebreath369]

231mph wind speed record. 😮

[@Spike-sk7ql]

@@culturebreath369 TWO HUNDRED and THIRTY ONE MPH????!!!!!!😮😮 Holy crap.

[@resarm5007]

​@culturebreath369 😮😮😮

[@searaph]

What a case of someone being in the right place at the right time, both for Pam and John. As you were describing it, it did sound like John had intended to end things, but found someone who had some faith in him, someone who was able to give him the push he needed to keep going and to seek out help.

[@Krtwells]

Wow. Pam is an absolute angel and a wonderful example to all of us. And what a lovely man to share his story. I hope that he has found his way to living a full life.

[@LuvaniDarkwings]

This was an absolutely beautiful, touching story. I hope John continues to get the help he needs and is doing OK. Depression is....I don't really have the words for how soul crushing it can be. God bless Pam for not only saving him that night, but helping him to see that there are people who care.

[@SensiProductionzBlindDogVideos]

Thanks Kyle for your consistent uploads, and your respect toward the stories you share. Blessings brother. 🙏🏼

[@SensiProductionzBlindDogVideos]

Best storyteller on yt!

[@KyleHatesHiking]

appreciate you watching!

[@Prof.Tarfeather]

I absolutely love your stories and got immediately hooked, binge watching! Not a Backpacker. However, I grew up camping everywhere in the wilderness sleeping in a playpen in cloth diapers... Don't know how my Parents did it with 4 little girls? We fished, hunted, and never saw Bigfoot! Nope! Those noises in the night were Raccoons, skunks, and Opossums! We caught chipmunks in the Cheerios box on one camping trip. My little sister left the bottom of the tent unsnapped !

[@jeffreycarman2185]

What a story. I hope that John has found his way out of the darkness. Every human has worth, and each life is so incredibly valuable. Thanks to Pam and Kyle for reminding me of the incredible worth that each person has!

[@Kenbur]

an act of kindness - gigantic or infinitesimally small - will do more for others and yourself than you can ever imagine or understand. "John" found that out AND so did Pam and so can all of us if we just will act. Kudos to Pam and also to "John" who responded to Pam's very large act of kindness. Thank you Kyle for sharing this unknown to me story.

[@jlscielo]

This story was very uplifting and I wish Jon the best in his life. Everyone should have a guardian angel like Pam.

[@douggiles7647]

Pam is an absolute legend for her care and compassion and I wish great things for her! As for "John", I truly hope the help he received made a great impact on his life and that he's in a much better place now mentally. I've suffered with depression for most of my life and I know how much the words and actions of one person can make a huge impact, it's simply amazing that Pam turned up at the exact right place and time and seemed to be the exact person that he really needed in that moment. I'm glad he didn't run away because I think he was right that she wouldn't have just given up, it also shows he has a really good heart because even at his lowest he still didn't want his actions to physically harm someone else.

[@jimhattery4348]

I didn't think I would cry listening to one of your videos.

[@ScottMacLellan-i1b]

The letter was everything. Glad you included it!!

[@catladyjai1113]

Holy moly. I never expected to cry so much. We never know how much our presence can affect another person. Its important to always be kind, show love when we can and remember that everyone is battling things that we know nothing about.

[@kdawson020279]

This is an amazing story. Compassion is a commodity that is as limitless as your capacity. Pam is an amazing everyday hero, which is often the best kind.

[@bryndurham]

God Bless Pam And"John".You never know what a courageous and kindly act can do to virtually turn one's life,360 degrees around.Great lady! True Hero and "John" hopefully now living a life he could have never imagined.

[@_nick_d]

The little things you can do for someone can mean the world to them. Great story & positive ending 😮