Where Everybody Wants to Be Your Friend

Part 1: Children with Williams Syndrome may be the friendliest you'll ever meet.

[@bananamanchester4156]

It's lovely that in a world full of cynicism, people exist who are so kind, empathetic and ready to help. However let's not forget that this is a disability, including cadiovascular disabilities and developmental delays. It's important to remember that these kids are real people with real problems, otherwise we might risk ignoring their problems. We can appreciate their cheerfulness and kindness and still remember that they need help and support.

[@lovemeg5186]

+Banana Manchester Thank you! Finally some one who understands.I am a woman who has Williams Syndrome.You get the whole picture though.I agree with everything you said.Especially the real kids real problems. :) Thank you for your truth and your kindness.

[@bananamanchester4156]

You're very welcome :)

[@Chelsaroo22]

I believe the same problem goes for autism as well. We often call autism, more specifically Aspergers and high functioning autism a “gift” and a savant type thing, only to forget that it is an actual disability.

[@zoloftdependant5246]

cynicism is a good thing

[@summerskull9379]

Poor guys, they don’t deserve to have all those health problems.

[@superdupertroy]

"I think it's the rest of us that has a disability" Glad someone said it

[@Radioposting]

I can't help but feel a little bit jealous.

[@ezekielglenn5009]

I know everything is a disability with doctors and psychiatrists. It's all part of labeling people who society views as different just because they're genome is 1/1000 th different. I mean I absolutely believe they could function in society.

[@fopperer]

@@ezekielglenn5009 nope, they would be exploited

[@VitalMusic217]

@@ezekielglenn5009 No man, they can't function by themselves, they don't have a sense of danger and they are mentally impaired. They can have troubles with simple things like buttoning clothes. It's not that they are different is that they are disabled. It ain't nothing wrong about it, just don't deny it or you'll make it look like it's wrong.

[@fabiansanchez3935]

Amen to that!!! I wish the world had a touch of that.

[@franciscoalvarez5215]

I personally think that it's fucking beautiful. They're happier than most of people.

[@SpruceyTurtle]

It's not it hurts

[@Wingnut353]

@@SpruceyTurtle I wouldn't say that, they are just different... I'm very introverted and almost always go unnoticed in a crowd kind of the opposite of them but that's OK, and they are OK too. From what I've read and seen they are most unhappy when they are not with other people, and people seem to enjoy being around them so perhaps they are happier than most.

[@MrMikkyn]

This is almost like a utopia. Wow. Tear jerkingly beautiful. I wish there was a cure for all the health problems that a Williams person has and what remains is their beautiful souls and loving kindness.

[@Nick_nm]

honestly though like if two of these ppl were driving and at a intersection I think that would be it for them theyd just sit there till they're death

[@shadycnetwork]

These kids seem like an amazing people, I pray they never see the horribleness in the world. I don't often admit this and it does not often happen but I literally have tears in my eyes watching this video. I have never seen anyone so unconditionally loving as these kids are. They are a blessing and I hope each and every one of them gets and feels nothing but love.

[@sinned2080]

shady c network I had the same reaction as well. These beautiful beings made me feel a warmth in my heart that I rarely feel.

[@corncobjohnsonreal]

shady c network they're unconditionally loving because it's part of their disorder. they don't choose to be incredibly nice, it's forced upon them

[@dylanconover1424]

We are nice people we just have William sdrome if you don't like then find a different story

[@dylanconover1424]

Your wrong we nice people because of Williams syndrome

[@jamarrobinson9859]

shady c network ur blind

[@GG-fi5jw]

As much a I agree with everyone else about how admirable and inspiring these individuals are, I think it's also important to recognize why social inhibitions are important to "survival" in the biological sense. We as humans rely on social inhibition to protect against harm and danger, I think most of us can see that's clear.

[@ingridmatthews6627]

I agree, but in a perfect world, right?

[@humbleakhter7380]

My 6 year old son has William Syndrome and I must say "He is the most loving, Social & Caring kid I have ever seen" ... Whenever we go in any park or public place He loves to Hug people, sometimes kisses them with a loving smile. This Love is without any greed of reward in response. (PURE Love)...

[@ginnyisdacoolest]

That little girl saying how much she wants to help people was so lovely. I know that William's Syndrome isn't all about friendliness (for one thing there are quite a few physical illnesses that go along with it), but at least along with the bad stuff they have that kind of empathy and kindness.

[@jhali]

'Do you like girls?' Such a cutie pie ♥

[@adm2arkhm870]

I don't care what anyone says, these kids are awesome!!! They're kind, helpful and seem like a real delight to be around. The general public could learn a lesson from them.

[@emmawalker7845]

I love this video! My sister has Williams Syndrome and is only in this video once at 2:04 - 2:05 (shes the one sitting at the table with her back facing towards you. She's got the flower shirt on and my mom is the brunette in the stripes in front of her) because my mom tried to avoid the cameras the entire time they were there. I go there every year with my family and we stay in a nearby place by the camp. I know pretty much every single kid in this video! I know Eva (who wants to pet all the dogs), Ella (shown many times in this video but not mentioned by name), Ben (camp counselor), and many more in this video! They're all so nice and sweet and they are a blast! They are really party kids!

[@dylanconover1621]

Emma Walker you are a good person to your sister

[@margybernard]

❤

[@charlenemack7040]

I saw this Williams syndrome on 60 minutes maybe 20+ years ago. I never forgot how sweet and kind and happy people who have this are. ❤❤❤

[@Stucktoglueonasnu]

They’re like the golden retriever version of humans ❤️

[@GooseAlarm]

So if everyone was like these children the world would be perfect.

[@jamarrobinson9859]

Crow Rat the world would crumble

[@angads.9819]

@@jamarrobinson9859 lol how?!

[@anti-ticktickspecialforces1871]

Angad S. Well, in theory yes it would be a perfect world. But this isn’t a perfect world, even if everyone had this someone will still get greedy, and you know, capitalism.

[@albertomartin4812]

Sorry to be realistic, but the human race would disappear within a century or two.

[@trevoidc9859]

just guide the 2 body parts together for them LULW@@albertomartin4812

[@petrtomsej6064]

i think those people are gift to humanity, and i wish to meet somebody like them once

[@taylorwaldroplantiegne4619]

I used to have a friend with Williams Syndrome, and one of my favorite memories with her was going to the mall together and her complimenting every single person in every store, especially those trying on clothes. You could see the joy in peoples faces. It was so infectious. On our way home, I turned on “dancing on my own” by Robyn, with all the windows down and was singing and was singing to her all silly. She told me it was the best moment of her life and she wished I was her sister and we could live together. She now has her own boyfriend who also has Williams Syndrome, and is living her best life ❤

[@EliCS97]

Well for me this is not really a bad condition, but, at least in part, a blessing. They like angels, I want to cry and I admire these people

[@bethroesch2156]

I wish the whole world had a tenth of their love and compassion. We would be better for it. He hit the nail on the head. WE are the ones with a disability

[@albertomartin4812]

Interesting tasks for genetic engineering.

[@euminkong]

Instead we have people who created the nuclear bombs.

[@shannonludden8283]

In a perfect world, we would all be like these beautiful innocent souls....may God watch over them and protect them. ❤🙏

[@zair7747]

Society needs all kinds of people, as long they have ethics.

[@je41558]

Send them to Canada no one will notice.

[@JamesBigJ]

+Picky Doe he saying ur nice?

[@pupberry]

Jack Canny 😂😂😂

[@dylanconover1621]

Jack Canny we are proud to have William sdrome

[@raynieday8960]

As a Canadian I'm sorry for how the other Canadian acted towards the comments. I think this comment was cute. :)

[@Foreveralonecuuuh]

Picky Doe lmao

[@eugenialucy4700]

My brother has WS and if I didn't have him I would not be the person I am today. He has taught me how to be a human. After a long day, I can always come home to "how was your day?, "what did you do today?", and "we should do something this weekend". I always say everybody should be like Abraham (my brother) simply because he is the greatest! The world is a better place because of Williams Syndrome. We are truly indebted to them. 💗

[@mvanilla77]

These children are wonderful angels. They deserve everything good in the world. I am sad that they are probably not treated well by people who are unable to understand them. It warmed my heart, though. I didn't know such happy and loving people could exist in our world.

[@fairlyregretful]

i work in a daycare, and one of my kids has Williams Syndrome. i cant even count the number of times he’s managed to turn my day around. he is an absolute joy to be around, and i hope more people not only gain awareness of this condition, but connect with those with the condition.

[@WallKenshiro]

Watching this made me simultaneously feel happy and guilty in equal measure. These kids have such pure hearts that I feel like I am a hateful and evil being compared to them. We really need to record the words, actions and stories of people like this. As a species, the rest of us need them if we are to ever begin recovering from the diseases of uncontrolled and ego led selfishnes greed and hate. We need their guidance before their 'ways' disappear from our collective existence. We need to support them for their own sake and ours, and we need to protect them from those suffering at the opposite end of the spectrum, the narcissistic psychopaths and sociopaths, who wish every minute for 'prey' like this. These kids and those like them should be held up as an example of how we need to treat each other and enjoy being alive. Their condition is no disease, they are just different, in a way that is essential to the development of our species.They may suffer various health and developmental issues, but I feel like that might be some sort of karmic trade-off for having such happy and emotionally mature attitudes, heightened empathy and ability to feel and act upon unconditional love with effortless ease. They literally know no hate, they are truly beautiful, they are treasures. I am thankful they are a part of our diverse world.

[@gogomyego]

Wish the world can be has happy as they are.

[@ithildiess9048]

aww shit i cried so much. I wish i could be as open as these kids and adults. I know a girl with william syndrome she might not be so smart. But damn does she warm your heart like no other person. You say hi to her and she gives the warmest smile you will ever see in your entire life. I'd feel like the worst person on the planet if i don't smile back.

[@lizzyleverone8737]

My best friend Max has William syndrome and she is one of the most friendliest person I ever met and cares about me a lot and I'm happy I met her 2 year ago

[@elisabethleverone9277]

Lizzy Leverone update of 2020 I’ve been best friends with her for 6 years now even out though we have our ups and downs we still carry on our friendship till today 4/17/2014

[@EvilIvy1]

i love these kids I wish I able to work with them .... truly a lifes goal for me

[@hailey1603]

My little sister had Williams syndrome and she wears headphones (like people have at construction site) when she’s at school or at the store because it hurts her ears with all the loud noises and people talking. And whenever the house gets to loud (there’s 6 of us, and 4 birds) she wants us to quiet down and tells us to do so. She always waves at people and cars passing because she’s just so friendly like that, and when people don’t wave back or say hello she gets a little hurt. Kids with Williams Syndrome are such sweet kids and they are very funny children.

[@heatherallan2695]

I HAVE IT I RIDE HORSES LOVE NATURE RIDEW MOTORCYCLES-I LOVE LIFE WE ALL MAY BECOME TO FRIENDLY W OTHERS BUT WE MUST BE TAUGHT HOW TO BE STREET-COMMUNITY-HOME SAFE-NOT TO TALK TO STRANGERS OR LET OTHERS TAKE ATDANTAGE OF US GOD BLESS

[@zohebpasha96]

this is too adorable to handle. bless these children

[@supermcfly100]

This is seriously making me tear up. I wish everyone was this peaceful. Truthfully I feel like they the normal ones.

[@rosiebelle8881]

Those that are fortunate to have such golden souls in your life it seems like people with ws show you what life is really about. Beautiful.

[@denisehuey3039]

I LOVE PEOPLE LIKE THIS AND i TOO WISH WE WAS LIKE THIS IN THIS OLE WORLD, WOULD LOVE TO MEET PEOPLE THAT HAS THIS, THEY WOULD MAKE ME FEEL BETTER

[@fartx211]

That face at 4:49 is priceless.

[@TacRandom]

I wish I could live with people who are like this. They all seem accepting to everyone.

[@bigbearTZ]

They are an good example, beautiful!

[@wawewawe1316]

I have Asperger's Syndrome. I myself and some others with Asperger's are also known to be too friendly! I know a girl with Williams Syndrome and she's always happy and smiling. Such a lovely and positive person

[@TarotReaderASMR]

This was absolutely amazing, made me smile the whole way through! Please never find a cure for this :)) They are adorable.

[@rosiebelle8881]

4:28 oh my goodness I'm tearing up that precious little sweetie rubbing his belly 😝❤

[@princeekeson12]

That got me right in the feels also.😊

[@iiiiiiiiiiisa]

It's kinda funny that we have this idea of "health" and "normality". Maybe these people are the normal ones and we "healthy" people are the ones who are not

[@albertomartin4812]

Sadly humans have conquered the planet actually because of how "bad" we are, on average.

[@pasitheag8631]

Omg 😍😍😍 Good one Chris “I think it’s the rest of us that have a disability”

[@marinfarias5367]

I don't wanna try to be pessimist, but they look happy maybe cause they're innocent. They are friendly with everybody, but not everybody is friendly. They may be hurt by someone else :(

[@Ballarateast]

Yep , fun for a while and manageable with appropriate support both hands on and financially. To survive and thrive as humans we need balance. When you work closely with those living with intellectual disability and high support needs ,you quickly grow to understand the impact it has on parents,siblings and mostly the person themselves. A young man once said to me "just because you see me smile all day ,doesn't mean I'm happy , it's part of my disability and my fugging body won't physically let me express other emotions". Meaning , his facial muscles won't let him frown, be angry,look sad etc etc . He had cerebral palsy but Williams and other Syndromes are not that different when it comes to connection or lack there of ,with emotional state and outward perceptions.

[@flightTime123]

I pet every dog I see too. That’s the key to happiness 😂

[@deepalibarapatre7966]

Where is the Totally love this video option? They just fill your heart with warmth. May no one even harm them

[@maddiepound6792]

Bless these people.

[@johnvillamil3138]

I’m 58 years old and never heard of this syndrome. The children are so wonderfully happy and innocent but yet, need to be protected.

[@ladielydkyd1281]

I wish I was as outgoing and friendly as they are. I do my best to be nice to people, but I'm autistic and I've been hurt a lot in life by others. My dad keeps telling me to assume best intentions, but it's difficult when you're not sure if someone really wants to be your friend or if they're gonna stab you in the back. That's why I was so surprised at how accepting my fellow theatre majors are at my university. :)

[@annetteslife]

I know someone who has this condition or something similar. She has the same characteristics like being overly happy, no fear toward people she doesn't know. She is always hugging people and giving them high fives to the point where your hands are raw.

[@Rosalina102798]

It's a disorder of social disinhibition. It can lead to an extreme impact on their social lives, as they expect everyone to be as friendly and optimistic as them. This kind of mechanism of socializing with peers their age can alienate them, putting them at increased risk of depression and social anxiety. Their hospitality is almost alien to me. It'd be a good thing, I believe, for the most part, if it weren't for the fact that human personality is so varied in length and scope. They're socially extraverted, to the extreme. They're gregarious, lively, energetic, warm-hearted, and easy to amuse.

[@generico366]

I envy and pity these children at the same time. They live in a world where everything is sunshine and rainbows, yet it's so detatched from reality that it makes me feel bad because they'll likely never know what the world is really like.

[@dylanconover1424]

You are wrong I know what the world is like the I have Williams syndrome I live in family that care about me I could care less about what you think about us not know about the world we don't care what you think because the world can be not always rainbows and sunshine we understand that

[@GTAManRCR]

@@dylanconover1424 So you have a sense of reality? Amazing! High five

[@jillianmedin]

1:08 hey that’s me 😏🥰

[@saragarber629]

Sweetest kids in the world!

[@solarlola5953]

They are angels in disguise

[@1uhot426]

I love em all. They are so sweet and nice, n stay that way forever.

[@lolipopPrincess]

I want them as my friends.

[@ConcreteRiver]

“Wouldn’t it be great if the whole world felt that way” Yes, it would

[@sadieandbean]

Sweet, sweet kids.

[@callmestarfire2281]

I love these people. I wish they'll be protected from this judgemental world we live in💖

[@musicoterapiacemmariagreve6246]

Musicians and lovely children forever.

[@cspratling5247]

They are so Beautiful

[@feelingoffbalance]

I would wanna visit that camp just to hang out!

[@jamarrobinson9859]

I would die from 100% friendliness

[@joelthepizzawizard493]

These kids are so sweet holy shit

[@sonofjesus1464]

I would be just smothering all of them with hugs!!!!

[@jadiejade92]

oh my gosh they're so sweet!!

[@bacondelivery]

oh my, they are just adorable. Came across this through my psychology studies. Best discovery

[@barney151]

She just said "it would be an honor to her" if she was able to help people 😮❤

[@tickleberries]

You just want to hang out with them and talk. They all seem so sweet!

[@shroom125]

I don't have the syndrome but I think just found my people.

[@DrinkYourNailPolish]

My little cousin diesnt have Williams, she has autism and adhd but she is just as sweet and outgoing as those little cuties. If only we could all be so open and loving

[@chistinelane]

Can I go here? Please? I'm tired of this world. These people make me cry from happiness

[@andreadeery2810]

My sister Kara has William Syndrome as well!!!! She is really friendly and nice and would always turn your frown upside down!!!!!! :)

[@dylanconover1621]

I have Williams syndrome

[@AA-ij4gm]

Aww they're special I want to be their friends

[@jonnyg8694]

I don't think there different, In general there all beautiful and spirited people. I'd love to be around them.

[@PirateKing1256]

Everyone should delete half of their 7th CHROMOSOME now.

[@colinrs4844]

PirateKing1256 No, we wouldn't survive as a species

[@tisaacs4487]

Why would you want to do that?

[@yourfriendlyneighborhoodfa8051]

Kyrie Irving But then there would be no bad people so why

[@NicoleJosephMusic]

wow they are so sweet

[@pupberry]

I want to meet these kid soo bad

[@lilyevans3432]

They all seem really lovely

[@williamwinn948]

we need more Williams in the world

[@sadie13579]

my friends younger brother has Williams Syndrome and he has the cutest smile in the history of the universe

[@xMisteeqx]

Omg my heart just melted!!!!

[@Quavizo]

I am starting to think that the "normal" healthy human is the one who have a deformed genome. with all the hatred, wars and wickedness of this world.

[@jellybean_91]

Quavizo Amen to that!

[@coderodion]

Quavizo Unfortunately evolution and natural selection favors wicked and mean individuals.

[@hollykracke6721]

Quavizo Im so very happy my mom works in a preschool class with kids who have disabilities i volunteer there every Wednesday it makes me so happy

[@CeliaTyree]

Quavizo yeah, because if we all were mentally retarted our species would sure have flourished enough for you to even exist.

[@cosmobane6995]

Quavizo Too late but let us not forget that the advancements of technology happened during war times, and greatest love stories ever told were made during tragedies.

[@lifeshorts1928]

I'd love to work with these incredible people :)

[@kaleidojess]

It’s hard to imagine trusting everyone and being that friendly all the time and that happy, I didn’t know that was possible.. Maybe we’d be happier if everyone was sort of a bit friendlier.

[@GTAManRCR]

They're special and cute. Williams syndrome is the best condition ever (Except the possible health issues. It makes me sad to know that they're more prone to lethal diseases) I wish a long and healthy life to all who have Williams syndrome. They're the sweetest kind of people! I love everyone who has Williams syndrome. The best!

[@ethanhennessey9742]

I honestly wish i was as social and outgoing as these kids cuz im shy af

[@raesmith2164]

These kids make me really happy.

[@Anoukvs91]

Beautiful kids

[@Amy-sj8ws]

Do they have social skills other than being friendly? For instance, if they ask someone a seemingly innocent question, but for that particular person it is a personal question, will they recognize that that person is uncomfortable and change the subject or will they pry further? Also, do they have the ability to empathize with shy people and not push them out of their comfort zone? Are they able to recognize situations where it is inappropriate to be friendly?

[@Amy-sj8ws]

Also, how would they respond to someone being mean to them?

[@Smulenify]

Pia Escobar They might not be able to understand why it`s upsetting and they have a poor understanding of social cues they do have an extreme affinity for reading emotions so they would likely change the topic or more likely try to comfort. How they respond to people being mean varies as well, they might not notice at all, however most of them struggle with anxiety and being out in public can be hard for a lot of them. At least that`s my experience with my brother.

[@dylanconover1424]

I have anxiety too

[@amandat7987]

No to most of what you have asked. especially your very last question.

[@Sarah.Riedel]

They are a bit like kids on the autism spectrum in that they have difficulty recognizing certain social cues that are communicated via facial expressions, but with Williams kids the impairment seems to be specific to the negative emotions like discomfort or embarassment - they quickly pick up on positive cues like smiling or laughing but would probably struggle to properly interpret an uncomfortable expression simply because they cannot relate to those feelings. They have trouble with personal boundaries similar to some kids with Down syndrome. Unfortunately this can, and occasionally has led to tragic situations where the child may actually endanger themselves by wandering off with a stranger who may not necessarily have their best interests in mind, so parents must repeatedly emphasize the danger in approaching people they do not know.

[@matzer1110]

iff u ask me it dosent seem like a illness its like a blessing they are so kind and loving we should learn from them

[@Blablablarandomguy]

The interviewer actually got it at the end. We are the disabled ones.

[@G.DD3SS]

They make me smile.

[@lucerocoronacolindrez6641]

I️ don’t see anything wrong with them , they’re more beautiful than anyone ❤️

[@arnoldxd]

the rest of us have a disability. not these kids

[@samuelcurpas2012]

I don't think these kids are mental, I think they are much happier than us!

[@laqlamb1388]

No they cry a lot at least the ones I know.

[@ledfed1912]

would love to have one of these guys in my family

[@saraalbuaijan591]

Cuteness overload ❤️