We made a $5,000 donation to Talon’s Medical Fund. If you would also like to help him see continued progress you can visit gofund.me/16434142 for more details. Unfortunately, insurance does not cover everything that will help Talon reach his full potential.

Locked in syndrome is hard. I was diagnosed with locked in syndrome in 2013 at 19 from meningitis. From only being able to blink I can now breathe, eat, move my right arm so don’t give up x

My prayers go out to this family. Including Talons father. He isn't mentioned in the interview other than being there during the accident and it is none of my business. And I don't think I can even begin to imagine how he must feel. Dad, if you are reading this, it is not your fault. Accidents happen. It sucks....there are no words. I wish you and the family a future of love.

To dear Dad, you were loving your son by taking him for a ride, loving your cow swerving to not hit it, loving your son unbuckling him, & trying to save him out of the water. May God comfort you & strengthen you as you keep loving your son, & your whole family.

His sister is amazing. The way she said "we talk about..." rather than "I talk to him about..." really got me. What a positive, loving outlook she has on their relationship. I'm amazed always by the families in these videos. People can be such heroes.

Gradual spontaneous recovery is something that happens with this syndrome. Couple that with his brain being so young and having such a long time where it’ll still be developing, AND add in regular therapies and a supportive family who keeps Talon’s brain active…I don’t know. I have some high hopes for talon. Might not be for five years. Maybe ten. Maybe 15. But people, ADULTS, have regained abilities after a decade or more with this syndrome. A developing brain and all this support must be meaningful.

Oh my! 15 minutes underwater?! My heart aches as I imagine the roller coaster of tragedy this family has gone through. And the fact that his body survived drowning is mind blowing - modern medicine can do so much! And what a gift for mom that his brain scan showed clear signs of recognition. Just amazing, and I hope for peace for this family and for Talon.

Thank you so much for posting Talon’s story. I’m a high school teacher who recently discussed Locked-In Syndrome with my Anatomy class and this will be so important for them to see that people with LIS are just as alive and worthy of love!

There is definitely still hope. There have been cases of people being totally locked in for 10 or so years before recovering enough to communicate through text to speech and gaining better control of their muscles. He seems to already be recovering function slowly, which from my view is at least good sign. It feels like further recovery and an even better quality of life is at the very least possible.

I’d love to see a see a second interview with Talon and his family a few years down the line. It sounds like they’re all making progress and working hard, and I’d love to see how they evolve.

Mom....you are doing a great job. Much love and respect to you.

I love love love how Addi doesn’t speak in past tense when describing Talon himself ❤️ he’s still the same mischievous, courageous young man, and she knows that :)

To this family. My brother had a traumatic brain injury. We were told he would never regain any semblance of life. He was 30 years old. It took over 2 years but he regained everything. Your boy is so young, his brain is still developing. With enough stimulation and the right kind of stimulation I have no doubt your boy could see vast improvement. I worked every day with my brother. We had no access to any tbi centers. Just wanted to give you hope because I remember fighting for him in the lack of hope from medical professionals. Your boy is so lucky to have a family fighting for him. ❤

I feel bad for that kid. Honestly, imagine having basically all of your ability to move and act for yourself being taken away at such a young age. I hope he makes a recovery.

My mom and step dad did everything they could to care for me and ensure a positive living experience and opportunities. This family is giving me those vibes. It's so clear how much Talon Is loved.

I hope his father is doing well and still involved. I know as a parent, even with a small accident the weight that you carry is big, when something happens to your child. I pray they’re still connected.

Thanks for covering anoxic brain injuries!! In my town this highschool cheerleader went to prom and had a severe asthma attack (possibly from the heat and crowdedness of the school gym etc) and tried to run out to her car to get her EpiPen or inhaler I'm not sure which one and collapsed before getting to her car and luckily someone was in the parking lot and called 911 but she was without oxygen for a decent amount of time her throat had closed up and has been on a long road of recovery since about 2019. She can't walk but has finally been able to say a few things and laugh which is good. But it's just crazy how something like asthma attack can effect your whole life. But I didn't know anything about anoxic brain injuries beforehand so it's great you're covering them.

I implore people to read the true story, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, by Ronald Harwood. He suffered the same same syndrome, but had control over blinking one eye. The book and film aren’t an easy watch, but it gives you a glimpse into the mind of those struggling with the condition, in a compassionate way, from someone who saw his body as a diving bell, but his soul was truly a butterfly, just like this little dear.

Talons grandma seems like such an amazing and loving person

Reading the video's title was an emotional rollar coaster for me. A child with locked in syndrome makes me so sad, but his family keeps fighting to provide him a good quailty of life motivates me to keep going. I love your channel and the work you both do Thank you so much

Idk about everyone else, but I always end up in full sobbing tears everytime I watch any SBSK video, whether it has heavy topics involved or not. Growing up autistic with adhd and then later down the line with CPTSD, anxiety, and depression, my parents were basically devoid of love. So when I watch these videos and I see and feel such fiercely strong and amazing love all these parents have for their kids, I can't help but cry. Not only that, Chris' tender heartedness and extreme empathy moved me from the minute I saw my first SBSK video. I truly believe that the world could become a better place if we could just learn to accept each other and see value in another person's life, just for being alive, and not any "determining" factors. Love this channel so much ❤

Sweet, beautiful, Talon. Please don’t rub my leg constantly if I’m ever in this situation.

Being able to talk so naturally to someone who's non-verbal is a real talent

I've had the opportunity to help a man in his 60's that had locked in symptom after having a stroke. His daughter made a small board with letters and we would communicate by his eyes picking a letter on the board. It took forever to form a sentence. But, I was always grateful he would have conversations with me.

This is the most shocking sbsk I’ve seen. Such a horrific story. Talons mom is so brave and loving. I can see her ptsd from the accident. I hope she’s taking care of herself too. Life can change in a flash. Talon is lucky to have such a strong loving family to support him. I know he feels the love❤️

This broke me down into absolute tears. His family is SO strong and full of love. And I’m sure he knows how loved he is. Seems like such a cool little dude!

Most people who spend 10-15 minutes under water don’t survive. The fact that he survived 10-15 minutes let alone 4 or 5 is amazing. He’s so strong for that and I hope he continues to get better and live life to the fullest

oh dear god i can only imagine the guilt the dad probably feels. ugh. my heart hurts for him as much as for Talon. 🖤✊🏾

Bless this family. I wonder why the father didn’t speak. I hope he knows it wasn’t his fault. I hope he doesn’t blame himself. 😢😢😢

As a mother of a baby with brain damage from a stroke at birth I feel for this mother and her baby boy. This boy is so loved and loves his family so much. They are so lucky to have him.

As a mom of a spunky 8 year old boy who’s my best friend, (and who also loves farts and Minecraft), this hits me really hard. You guys are incredibly strong and amazing. Talon, you are a beautiful and badass little boy.

This is clearly a tragedy but also a testament to love. Wishing so much peace for him and his family. May neuroplasticity bring him some additional connection. And if it can’t-his family has his back.

I was intubated 2 years ago and not being able to talk and losing my voice was one of the hardest things that has ever happened to me. I pray Talon and his family are able to take baby steps into healing from what happened and that he will regain function over his body.

“Well in general he loves farts” is so great. Sis knows he still has his sense of humor! What a great kid. We’re all rooting for you, Talon! You’ve done a great job just surviving, and the rest of your life is gonna be incredible!

I love this family for fighting for Talon.... it must be even harder for him than it is for them, not being able to respond, but obviously hard for everyone... donating, and I truly hope the science continues to grow to provide more healing. The fact that he couldn't even move and now he can open eyes, moving himself, even a little, is hopefully foreshadowing for more good things.

The best piece of life advice I got after my husband received a traumatic brain injury-Find your new normal and embrace it. I was able to move on when I stopped mourning our old life.

Hope Talon's dad knows it's not his fault and he did what he could. As someone who accidentally (non-fatally but badly) hurt another person years ago, I somewhat get the trauma and sense of guilt and anger at yourself over it, but a family member would be even more painful. Hope the guy knows stuff sometimes just happens and all we can do is learn and not be upset with ourselves for those things.

Dear Talon, thank you for choosing life. Thank you for choosing to still be here. You may have changed a little bit but you’re not alone and you’ll never be alone. I don’t know you but I love you, dude!!! 💚💚💚💚💚

I do know that people can recover from Locked In syndrome. Neurotherapy can do wonders. My friend has locked in syndrome and has greatly improved since starting Neurotherapy. I see a stark difference from her accident two years ago to now. I hope Talon can benefit from Neurotherapy as well. Thank you for sharing his story with us ❤

Talon, know that there are so many people praying for you. I pray that one day technology advances enough so that you'll be able to communicate more clearly. Sending you a big hug 💚

I feel so bad for this child. How is this a quality of life? I couldn’t imagine.

Out of all the stories being told on this channel. This one really made me cry to the point of hyperventilating. I worked with many kids with different disabilities and survivors of accidents. He is such a strong sweet handsome boy, I will pray for his family's strength.

Talon will make progress. Brain injury requires that we find new pathways around damaged areas and build new bridges. It takes a lot of time and it's exhausting. Sometimes we make strides millimeter by millimeter. Every step forward is a victory. Talon will get there. I believe in him! As someone who still heals from a TBI, never ever give up, because you just never know when the next big leap of growth will come, but it will come👍🏼💖

Hi Talon! I was really excited to watch your video today, I found it very interesting and it helped me understand what your average day is like just a little bit better. It makes me happy to know that you’re surrounded by close family members who love you so so much-believe it or not, that’s not a happiness that every person knows, so you’re very fortunate. Thank you so much for being here and getting the chance to meet you, even if it was only through a video!

My heart breaks for Talon’s mom. It is so hard to tell the story of how your child obtained their disability, and it’s a hard story to live with. So hard, and I hope she also knows she isn’t alone. I am sending lots of compassion from one special needs mom to another.

I wish there was a push to make this channel into a TV series. It is impossible to say how meaningful the work is from the Team, Families, and Individuals. Truly beyond the best of us.

Would love a follow up on this family periodically. I’m rooting for talon. I’ve seen some documentaries on people with this. Some people can suddenly start to regain some muscle control. There’s a guy who can speak and use a wheelchair now and has made incredible advancements. Other people who can now speak using speech devices. He’s young. His body and brain is quite literally still developing. I’d say maybe that might give him an advantage even perhaps.

In tears watching this, Talon is so very much loved. He is surrounded by great family and he is so handsome, I send all my love and support to everyone ♡

I am so sorry that your family is going through this. You all are so strong. I also had locked in syndrome after a massive brainstem stroke at 21, I have significantly recovered and I am now walking and talking after I could only blink my eyes and was given a less than 1% chance of recovery. Anything is possible. Keep believing. Sending all of my love.

I can't even comprehend how awful that day would have been. What a beautiful family.

This was tough to watch without being emotional. That poor little guy. He is so lucky to still be here with his awesome and loving family ❤️🙂

That honestly seems worse to be conscious and unable to move or respond in any way than to just be braindead.

I hope talon and his dad are ok. It’s not your fault, dad. Accidents happen! Spend all the time you can with Talon and your family.

I can’t stop crying. He’s got so much love around. Grandma is exploding with love to him

I hope since Talon is so young maybe the brain will heal itself and make new connections over time.

Omg that poor family. How much joy does this kid actually experience now? He can't do anything. Heart breaking.

Talon could not have a more loving family. 💙 It's still so recent and the pain they feel is still so raw. I wish i could take away a bit of it. I hope Talon's father is ok. 🙏

I have a brain injury and I can tell you right now he’s the same person and he knows his family are there. He knows he’s cared about it’s so awesome they refused to give up on him.

Even though what happened to him is very sad, it makes me feel so good he has such amazing support and family who will NEVER give up on him❤️

When she said that the docs wanted them to put him in a home and they said absolutely not, we wont leave him behind...it broke my heart. Im so glad he has such a strong family who not only loves him but also genuinely appreciates him for who he is. I can only imagine how the father feels. This is so sad all around. The way his sister describes him and smiles though...thats true love right there ❤

I am a para with students with disabilities such as Talons and I have to say this family is doing such a great job handling a very difficult situation.

21:55 Love Talon's head turn and other interactions with Chris throughout their serious talk. He's so strong and so precious! Such a blessed family with the tremendous amount of love they have for each other

I pray that maybe he can overcome this and be able to move more as he gets older-- I understand it may not be possible with locked-in syndrome. I'm praying for you Talon, you are such a strong kid.

I wish this family the best. I can see Talon looking at anyone who talks to him. He even turned his head towards the end of the video while taking with Chris. He looked like he really enjoyed your conversation with him.

All of Talon s family is doing a great job. I think his sister is fantastic : she has that natural positive energy, she can see forward, and embrace her new relation with her brother : great big sis! 👍

Grandma is a fantastic lady . I just feel her love for him through the screen

It’s always so sad when it’s something so preventable. Parents should take this as a sad, but cautionary tale. This is exactly why the American Academy of Pediatrics advises that children and teens under 16 years old should not ride or drive ATVs. Children under 16 account for 40% of ATV fatalities and accidents in the US. It’s estimated that about 4 kids go to the ER every hour for an ATV-related injury. I hope this little boy breaks free from this state. He deserves the world.

This was a hard one. I have an almost 8 yr old boy and I just can’t even imagine. Incredible strength and love in this family. All the love and hope to Talon and his loved ones. I’ve seen some amazing things with adults with locked in syndrome so I think with the amazing support from his family he can go far!

Sincerely hope that Talon will make a full recovery and accomplish all his goals and be the best that he can be at whatever he chooses! ❤❤❤

Give this family the strength and the courage to move forward each day,and the power of love carry them through. ❤❤❤❤ l believe in miracles,and this little fella will have his!❤❤

love the grandma! and mom is doing an awesome job. what a loving family. Blessings to you-

This might be the hardest episode I've watched 😓 Sending love to this family

I’m a nurse and take care of patients that require mechanical ventilation. Similar to Talon. I have the best job in the entire world. To be apart of these special children’s lives is beyond a blessing. I bet Talon is surrounded by an amazing team of nurses, and an even better family.

What a family! It must be hard knowing Talon and then losing him within himself. However, I hope they are as closely knit as they seem, supporting each other and together supporting Talon. I wish them courage and strength and immerse amounts of love...

I remember hearing a TED talk about people with locked in syndrome being able to control the computer with their mind I really hope that there's a solution like that out there for Talen and I perked up when I heard he was getting speech therapy along with his other therapies. I'd be curious for a follow up because you can really see that he's receptive and taking everything in ! I also liked what the mom said about the world being awkward and you just have to get over it. I let that hold me back too often.

It's great that he's already been showing improvements and y'all have been able to access therapies for him! The ability of the human body and brain to heal itself is remarkable, especially for kids! Best of luck to this sweet family! 🙏❤

His family has a lot of strength. I feel the pain his mother has dealt with. I wish him the best life he can. It’s an impossible situation because you don’t really know if he wants to live in this vegetative state but you want to keep him alive. Very hard life for him.

The immense amount of love from all of the families in all the videos and love put into making them literally brightens my day so grateful for amazing humans 💜

It’s absolutely amazing that he lived through all of that.

Sending love to you Talon and your family. They truly love you. 💚 I hope that he may one day be able to make more and more recovery from this. Healing to him and his entire family… Thank you Chris for showing these beautiful precious youth.

Thank you for continuing to share how to communicate and care for each other as humans❤

What a wonderful family, the love and support for that sweet child is just beautiful. Sending them all love

The sister really makes me smile. I love how her energy supports Talon.

Beautiful family 🙏🏻❤️ Keep fighting! You can see his personality is shining through, he is there and will always be! ☀️

Talon, you’re one awesome person with an awesome name! I’m so glad you and Chris got to spend some time together! Keep up all the amazing work. You are so loved and we are all rooting for you 💓

Such a strong family and young man. Bless you all and I hope you and Talon is doing well. Beyond words for how much love you all have for him. God bless

The work you do is invaluable. We're all so lucky to be a part of it. ❤️

Lots of love and respect for all the special kids and their families 💞 Lots of love and respect and greetings from me in Amsterdam the Netherlands

What a fantastic channel, an awesome boy, and his family of angels. Thank you for posting their story. You can see both the deep love and deep hurt they have all experienced. God bless them.

I have been following this channel for years now. It is the hardest, but also such a beautiful channel to follow. These stories and people break my heart, and really put life in perspective. This family is so beautiful 🤍

What a strong child and family. This is one of those accidents that feels unreal because it’s so unfair, nobody deserves this. I feel so sorry for them. I hope Talon and his family never gives up. He will always be loved and cared for throughout all of the hardships. What a terrible accident. It will forever affect them, and it’s so unfair. But they are so strong. They help each other and thats beautiful. They just show how much love and strength can exist inside a single person. They’re all shining bright with love and strength, I wish I could be their friends❤️

Talon is amazing, so strong, and a fighter. You can tell. Thank you for sharing your story and life with us; we are all better and uplifted because of it💚

Thank you for sharing Talon's story! What a sweet boy and a wonderful family ❤ Never stop believing in miracles, because they happen everyday. Sending love and positive vibes from Pittsburgh, Pa💞🙏

You can see and feel the love this family have for each other. Wishing you all the happiness ❤

You guys have such a sweet relationship

What a heart-breaking video! Thank you so much for giving his family the chance to share their story with us.

I wish the little guy the best! Breaks my heart to see children like this!

Thank you for this video. It makes me realize I am blessed. Praying for strength and healing for the entire family.

The examples of love and compassion on this channel are wonderful to behold. Blessings to all ♥

As a Parent & Grandparent, My Heart Hurts So Immensely for Talon & His Entire Family But At the Very Same time, My Heart is Bursting with Pride at The Love, Care & Compassion they have for Talon & Hold Themselves with such Courage and Dignity! We Love & Support You & Your Family Talon! I Pray for Medical advancement that can Help People, Come out of Their 'Prison' with Locked in Syndrome!!!