How do you define yourself? | Lizzie Velasquez

How do you define yourself? | Lizzie Velasquez | TEDxAustinWomen

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In a time when beauty is defined by supermodels, success is defined by wealth, and fame is deified by how many followers you have on social media, Lizzie Velasquez asks the question how do you define yourself? Once labeled, "The Worlds Ugliest Woman," Lizzie decided to turn things around and create her own definitions of what she defines as beauty and happiness.
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@neuskirachyr 4 жыл бұрын

Doctors: Your daughter won't ever be able to talk, walk, or think Lizzie: Graduates college, writes 3 books, becomes a motivational speaker, will probably slay a dragon in the future

@llordmakisigsantiago7098 4 жыл бұрын

Neuski Rachyr noo that’s dragon abuse

@200alyk 4 жыл бұрын

@@sha-oui hey bud, whatever youre going through it will be okay.. sending virtual hugs! i hope you are safe💖

@timmycakes001 4 жыл бұрын

shawi I know how you feel. Same boat.

@marriedkiwi 4 жыл бұрын

the left and "population experts" tell us that unborn babies from poor neighbourhoods will probably become mass murderers. Today we face crisis after crisis- who will save us Lord?

@bradleyp4275 4 жыл бұрын

Brendan. Greally doctors aren’t saying that

@shruthiskumar72 3 жыл бұрын

Those who called her monster are the actual monsters.

@shreyagupta765 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah

@shreyagupta765 3 жыл бұрын

The world is full of monsters

@sonalisingh2258 3 жыл бұрын

Yes you are right they are monster

@sherrytrenner9452 3 жыл бұрын

People can be so mean and hateful ! I could never imagine being that way to another person !!!

@denisemerlet832 3 жыл бұрын

She touched my heart. I grew up with cruelty because the right side of my face is paralyzed. As I aged I became quite beautiful to most, but still some made fun of me even as I grew older. Cruelty is not just happening to kids. I was working for a law firm. I had several surgeries that helped. Unfortunately, getting old (65) is a challenge and not so pretty, but the guys aren’t looking at me these days, they’re looking at my daughters who are beautiful and always have been. Life is hard for people who don’t look quite like you.

@micahwoodard 2 жыл бұрын

It's interesting to me, that visually "unattractive" people, seem to have the most beautiful souls, while some "beautiful" people have the ugliest souls. She can't exploit her beauty for selfish personal-gains. She had to beautify the only thing she had control of: her soul, and damn she did a good job. She's a truly beautiful woman!

@926paaja 2 жыл бұрын

Powerful paradigm! And true.

@kimt8082 2 жыл бұрын

Micah, You are spot on. Before I read your comment, I was thinking how undeniably beautiful she is. Precious. 💕

@helentjoanda6245 2 жыл бұрын

Damn true..

@fahmeeda406akhter7 2 жыл бұрын

Very true

@itsiwhatitsi 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice comment! I really like it

@iamsomeone8266 Жыл бұрын

she's actually very sweet and she deserves so much love.

@caliv0608 4 жыл бұрын

This woman had more confidence at 5 years old than I've ever had in my life.

@johnmac91 4 жыл бұрын

Same here. She makes me feel ashamed of myself for all the times I have felt sorry for myself because of problems that, compared to what she's been through, are trivial.

@Namedjames22 4 жыл бұрын

5:28

@seriall1337 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. That's true confidence right there.

@omniscientomnipresent5500 4 жыл бұрын

That's normal, non confidence is something created the same way tables are, it always come from something.

@selenaperez6657 4 жыл бұрын

caliv0608 same and she's funny. She has really good hair.

@Aussie17 4 жыл бұрын

no one gonna talk about her parents? they are the best i've heard of

@allysanhelgracerebolanan2387 4 жыл бұрын

true🖤

@fareehaxoxo8568 4 жыл бұрын

Yess greatness results in great person!☺️

@emimaryrose643 4 жыл бұрын

very true..

@ruth6833 3 жыл бұрын

INSPIRATIONAL LADY !!! Your brave and kind heart defines you. Thankyou 😊

@BrettHardman 3 жыл бұрын

Vrexo Plays yes, yes, yes, yes and yes

@madagonia7083 2 жыл бұрын

I showed this to my 6th grade classes and they clapped and cheered when the audience did 😭❤️ It was the sweetest thing ever. You are one awesome woman and speaker!

@monoboe8629 Жыл бұрын

Your class is very respectful!

@staceisstup1d Жыл бұрын

her voice is so calming

@rachelzheng7165 4 жыл бұрын

she has such a pretty voice

@grass7864 4 жыл бұрын

She really does. She would be a great voice actor.

@grass7864 4 жыл бұрын

@Trần Thị Phương Linh True! Someone should tell her. Maybe she can do tryouts.

@A_Random_Shroob 4 жыл бұрын

I wish my voice would be like hers :(

@d3adlyfantasy504 4 жыл бұрын

she sounds like Eugenia Cooney.. coincidence ?

@nguyenngan7410 4 жыл бұрын

True! I’m so surprised listening to her the first time

@yudi8204 3 жыл бұрын

She makes me realized that the only problem with me is my mindset and my behavior. Not my outer appereance.

@cupcakee22 3 жыл бұрын

Same. But society is to be blamed too, some A#$holes really judge people based on appearance, the herd defines certain standards of beauty and attractive people are always treated better.. World sucks.. but yeah its amazing to have some will power like hers.

@bushka087 3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking that until I realized I could blame my parents for everything

@jiyaaparekh 3 жыл бұрын

@@cupcakee22 so true. I am naturally extremely skinny and through my entire school years I have always been left out moreover, school teachers would not choose me for annual concerts and other functions even though I was much better in dance than them. Idk why people judge a book by its cover our appearances are gifted and I would change nothing about it even though I might not be the prettiest of all!

@lyndaihechimerenwaimo7395 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely true.

@xSchranzax 3 жыл бұрын

That‘s it.

@gagana1085 11 ай бұрын

She's that one friend everyone needs at their low point to make them like stand up so firm, that even a storm can't shake them. She deserves allot more and it will come to her

@mysteryhorses1628 Жыл бұрын

She is an absolute delight! Funny, enthusiastic, passionate, and an inspiration! Bless her!

@mackenzieyates3540 4 жыл бұрын

I admire her so much. She’s so positive and she has such a wonderful personality.

@villanelle2.0 4 жыл бұрын

Rip english

@aetherdragon4367 4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@HN-kr1nf 4 жыл бұрын

@@villanelle2.0 ???

@sarthaks5 4 жыл бұрын

@@villanelle2.0 ????

@enjoylifewithjay9503 4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@myheartwillstopinjoy8142 3 жыл бұрын

I still can't believe that people told her to kill herself just because of her apparence. She's a brave, fun, humble woman, and all they see is that???? Like, what? I'm disgusted.

@misterxyz5958 3 жыл бұрын

The person who told her to kill herself was a schizophrenic disorders.

@laurieberry4814 3 жыл бұрын

I have schizophrenia plus I was a skinny woman who had to deal with spoiled brats like you. Keep your bigotry to yourself. You have no place as being human

@misterxyz5958 3 жыл бұрын

@@laurieberry4814 really, so far I think a schizophrenic person is always cause detriment to society. Excuse me if I was wrong in conceiving this ailment coz I found it from reading. Anyway sorry if my comment caused you disappointment coz normally I always try not to cause any pain in anybody physical or mental as I believe in healthy society by following the rules and laws of the society itself🙏🙏🙏

@loltadynicneni913 3 жыл бұрын

@@misterxyz5958 I'm sorry, do you actually know what schizophrenia means? Why do you think it causes detriment to society or why would someone schizophrenic tell Lizzie to kill herself? Schizophrenia doesn't equal criminality or aggressiveness even though it might occasionally cause it. It's the same with psychopathy and other changes in mentality.

@YanaSvara 3 жыл бұрын

@@loltadynicneni913 maybe (S)he meant psychotic? let's give him/her the benefit of a doubt!

@brunogrivera9180 Жыл бұрын

I can only speak for myself, if you find yourself depressed or feeling sorry for yourself just one video of Liz and others in somewhat similar situations and knowing they would trade lives in a heart beat will make you rise above your own expectations

@king2hamsters 8 ай бұрын

'You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.'

@WithStyleForever 7 жыл бұрын

Lizzie is an angel that came to earth to teach people how to love different people

@lpshusky9716 7 жыл бұрын

Pavlina Efth she so is

@LulitaInPita 7 жыл бұрын

Pavlina Efth to teach*

@WithStyleForever 7 жыл бұрын

LulitaInPita ♡

@he2980 7 жыл бұрын

សយយ

@btsinfiresmewiththeirjams6433 7 жыл бұрын

Tru tru

@alessiadesanctis3614 2 жыл бұрын

The more she talked, the more beautiful she became. How limited are we human beings! we really need so many videos like these to learn how to deeply grow.

@ettbattresverigenu 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful comment❣️

@MinaSpears 2 жыл бұрын

agree!

@niesta8843 2 жыл бұрын

Or you could just learn to treat all people with dignity and compassion even before understanding them

@thegrowingwings3982 2 жыл бұрын

Damn!

@NOBODYS_HERE6969 2 жыл бұрын

@@MinaSpears so hello everyone ? Hows it going?

@Kayuki666 Жыл бұрын

shes really pretty for real not just her face, her personality and soul

@ginh1709 Жыл бұрын

I just love this woman. Her energy, her gracious mindset- her determination and self awareness to be all that she could be while manifesting contentment in the process. I wish you all the best as you embark on what sparks joy and being an inspiration to people and the world. 🙏🏼 ❤

@hitono.azhimo269 3 жыл бұрын

She was never a princess who needed saving but was a queen who defended and built her EMPIRE.

@amymillington6875 3 жыл бұрын

Ooohhhh this comment! ❤️

@Astralzsq 3 жыл бұрын

Well said♡...

@hildaottosson8660 2 жыл бұрын

Not incorrect. Its correct

@DeutschmitMarija 3 жыл бұрын

Such a lovely soul ❤️

@josevillanueva9705 3 жыл бұрын

Better a lovely soul than lovely body

@zahraabdiaziz685 3 жыл бұрын

💖💖💖💖

@wiohwilliam2863 3 жыл бұрын

@@josevillanueva9705 ?

@MsAchampion 3 жыл бұрын

I went through bullying too 😔 Bless her heart ❤ This young woman is awesome

@Jesus.SaVeS77 3 жыл бұрын

Gdeve.@@MsAchampion Yes she Is brave, Beautiful Woman, & has a Beautiful 💖💗 Heart, Soul & spirit, comical/funny as well. She's Very Positive, Smart, 💪, Courageous, determined, successful, etc. Also, man Luks @ the outer appearance. But our Father God Luks @ the/her Heart. My mother use 2 say/tell me: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Also, I wished I cud tell that young lady Thank U for sharing her Testimony. Much ❤💖💛 & Care. 😍😘

@toelaulopez6339 Жыл бұрын

Hi Lizzie Velasquez today is April 30 2023 the first time I watched your video . Thank you to your parents that they didn't listen to what ever the doctors were talking about. Thank you for been strong and brave for not letting no one or anything stop you from accomplish your gold in life. God always works in mysterious ways. You have me in tear's. I know in my heart everyone watch your video we all learn something from you. Continue keep your head up and go after your dreams. I'm very very proud of you sweetheart. God bless you and your family 🙏🏾🙏🏾🌟🌟♥️

@hopperweiter7235 5 ай бұрын

A big hug and kiss for you, brilliant being.

@kp-rh2mo 7 жыл бұрын

those mean people that bullied her cannot escape karma. She is a very strong person. God bless her.

@jariyajames91 6 жыл бұрын

Bully people are just need to wear specksaver glasses.. and those bully people are just jealous of that beautiful girl.. she is beautiful and very strong powerful beautiful soul..

@fernandoberlanga1539 6 жыл бұрын

There's no karma, and god had nothing to do with this. It was god (if exists) that gave her that disease (isn't him the one who decides everything?). It was her family and her power will that did the job.

@Eggo2341 5 жыл бұрын

God did that to her otherwise he made no plan and the bible is false which makes Christianity also false.

@mpregfics 5 жыл бұрын

Her being successful is karma enough

@mildpanic36 5 жыл бұрын

@HalfAnon Those parents are the role model for YOU if you are to become a parent. You don't need a child with her syndrom to learn from her. ㅠㅠ

@DiogoF. 8 жыл бұрын

I love her soul. She is so lovely.

@MiyahSundermeyer 8 жыл бұрын

Yeah she is. It is amazing what people assume about those who look or are born with abnormalities. Just about every time we have a success story someone makes those assumptions.

@infxkingspaladin5756 8 жыл бұрын

she looks like a fucking twig

@schmidtcarter3425 8 жыл бұрын

+INF xKingsPaladin that was fucking rude and disrespectful. I'm sure she's prettier than u bitch

@schmidtcarter3425 8 жыл бұрын

+Natalie tIala fuck u. y'all don't have heart

@penelope1370 7 жыл бұрын

thats what you see, omg

@hilakummins3104 Жыл бұрын

Kids are cruel, no matter where you grow up or what is wrong (or right) about you -- your color, religion, size, whatever -- there's always gonna be someone to bully and shame you. Kudos to you for making lemons into lemonade AND writing about it. You're an inspiration!

@ailinh911 3 жыл бұрын

if the only thing you have to say after watching this is “wow she’s so pretty”… you’ve missed the point. please ask yourself why you’re focusing on her outer appearance instead of her accomplishments, her perseverance, her positivity, and her amazing work ethic. i’m not saying this to be rude, but we really need to stop placing people’s entire value in their outer appearance.

@jamestollefsen6862 3 жыл бұрын

spot on ailin thank you

@yudi8204 3 жыл бұрын

You absolutely right

@esma9948 3 жыл бұрын

I was looking for that kind of comment. She has done a lot more to appreciate other than her appearance.

@TheMilkyWayGalaxy--he-they-it 3 жыл бұрын

She do have great hair tho, no problem with pointing that out she said it herself lol

@esma9948 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMilkyWayGalaxy--he-they-it Yeah ofc people can mention things they like about her appearance, but going down to the comments section and seeing that the majority of them focuses on her looks instead of her inspirational talk makes me question if those people got the video's point.

@proserpine8857 3 жыл бұрын

She's probably the smartest person I've seen on youtube. Not for her education but for her mindset.

@deiontemorrison1327 3 жыл бұрын

@aexeashya I need it to

@S-t-y-l-i-s-h_ 3 ай бұрын

This is the definition of real POWER of positive fighting spirit 🔥

@MadiRoss91 2 жыл бұрын

I am in awe of her, and all spectacular spirits like her who embrace their natural, unique differences, who do not allow themselves to be weakened by anyone, who do not subject their bodies to the trauma of plastic surgery, they are just real, so real, there’s nothing more inspiring to me.

@commess1 3 жыл бұрын

Hats off to her parents. They are the absolute best!

@Ankitor06 3 жыл бұрын

parents are always better than best

@idkwhatimdoing8929 4 жыл бұрын

The fact that people labelled this gorgeous human as the 'ugliest woman alive' she's incredible ffs....

@mystelwinters1942 4 жыл бұрын

She has the most beautiful, positive, radiating soul!

@riti184 4 жыл бұрын

IdkWhatImDoing who said that??

@fraserfernandes8766 3 жыл бұрын

She's quite a level headed person for receiving the insult and yet being able to speak in front of an audience. shows that people can hurl insults but shes not shallow enough to let that weigh her down

@crimson8673 3 жыл бұрын

Ronnie Alvarez smh

@larry1816 3 жыл бұрын

Let's not bs ourselves, shes not gorgeous..i hate when people do this in an attempt to look like they're a good person...she isn't gorgeous let's not lie, but that's not all she's worth, she has a beautiful mind and soul and you should respect her for that rather than trying to look like the good guy smh

@melissamartin8266 Жыл бұрын

I have to say, this brought tears to my eyes, especially when she started talking about her parents. She has the upmost respect from me.

@rossmartenak5517 Жыл бұрын

Lizzie is the epitome of beauty AND a refreshing example of a 'genuine' person...inside & out!. In our society today, particularly as portrayed by the media, it's all about appearances. Lizzie goes WELL beyond that shallow way of thinking. God Bless you and enjoy your life and continue your wonderful insight, Lizzie!!

@marlanaferro1481 3 жыл бұрын

In life I've learned, there is nothing more beautiful than a beautiful soul.

@libertysoulfreedom 3 жыл бұрын

Marlana Ferro, your message is marvelous and powerful You say a great Truth All the Best to you and for every Real Human being like you

@marlanaferro1481 3 жыл бұрын

@@libertysoulfreedom Thank you ❤

@r5ndom527 3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@m_k_6471 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely correct 👍

@vahiniyeleswarapu6776 3 жыл бұрын

Completely true! She is beautiful… beauty doesn’t lie withins ones face but within ones heart… she has taught us a lesson… there are tons of lessons to learn from her!!

@Paola-jf2qf 3 жыл бұрын

I met her in person, at a youth conference. She is amazing.

@meimei9532 3 жыл бұрын

Lucky you....I want to meet her too

@mr.x5374 3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky

@annaminasyan1170 3 жыл бұрын

I had her for high school she was amazing

@yitznienu6859 3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky 😇😇

@speransa1332 3 жыл бұрын

😀

@arafathossain6237 11 ай бұрын

I used their negativity to light up my life to keep going. It’s changed everything Lissie.

@AdaiaFlores-sh3fp Жыл бұрын

I bet all her bullies are regretting their life choices right about now. I absolutely love your speech!!! Keep fighting and pushing forward!! And you really do have great hair, I'm jealous lol.

@irisreteach5915 3 жыл бұрын

At first, when I saw her, I thought: "She's so weak, so fragile, is she able to stand there alone for 5 minutes?" Then she raised her voice, made me redefine "What strength is, where it comes from". She is the strongest women I've ever known, because of her heart, her mindset, her sense of humor and yes, her existence makes this world a better place. Hats off to her thousand times ❤

@leilakergaravat9139 3 жыл бұрын

So beautiful what you said :) So true :) Lizzie is amazing

@cigxhang486 3 жыл бұрын

I really hate how people can be mistreated because of the things they can't change

@kat649 3 жыл бұрын

She unique

@atomkriegreinigungs7737 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Even if they could change, they may not want to.

@kaiserchief9319 3 жыл бұрын

Hope do you feel about anyone wearing a mask?

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@Yzzlthtz 3 жыл бұрын

@@kaiserchief9319 Ninja mask? Masquerade mask? Commedia dell'arte masks? Avengers Character masks?

@sunshine0829 4 ай бұрын

Honestly she’s so extremely strong

@mothra4445 3 ай бұрын

I just now saw this and I have to say that she is one of the most incredible woman I have ever seen! God bless her and keep up the work that she’s doing!!!!

@bellateschner 5 жыл бұрын

see the thing is, none of us were ever self conscious until people pointed out our flaws. be careful what you tell people because it can stick with them forever.

@nihadnina4812 5 жыл бұрын

The ACE Army so true 😢

@maggieschumann7806 5 жыл бұрын

so true

@johns8065 5 жыл бұрын

And maybe make them stronger... but still we should all be respectful

@lazysince8735 5 жыл бұрын

So true... and sometimes it’s by my family. I know they just joke and families are supposed to be real but they always point out my flaws, my appearance, and it makes me feel so bad but they don’t acknowledge that...

@ashsparkle4283 5 жыл бұрын

This is so true, wow if everyone did this no one would hurt so much on the inside.

@ruaimaahasan6049 5 жыл бұрын

She has such a likeable personality that she becomes even more beautiful. Very good public speaker, she got back on track naturally when she lost her train of thought instead of panicking. Her story is very inspiring. Young people need to hear this

@adeshpoz1167 5 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@user-fy4ud2zn1p 5 жыл бұрын

@@yian1787 .9ㅎ

@lilydiaz9767 5 жыл бұрын

Ruaimaa Hasan I agree

@user-gc1qh2zq3e 4 жыл бұрын

그대삶을 응원합니다.

@carterblunt4192 4 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by "even more"? Are you suggesting that she has aesthetic appeal, and moreso are you suggesting that she is physically attractive?

@sunset6220 2 жыл бұрын

She is so beautiful but It doesn't matter what she looks like, she is the most beautiful person in the world on the inside! She has a beautiful soul!

@johnemert3761 7 ай бұрын

You are such an inspiration Lizzie...! God Bless you..! Thank you!

@annabananna789 6 жыл бұрын

I'm crying because her positivity is so genuine and beautiful. I'm crying because I feel like I've been so ungrateful and complaining unnecessarily that I'm unable to see the value of the things I already have. I'm crying because of how strong she is and if more people carried even an ounce of her strength, I truly believe that the world would be so much better.

@bluebubble229 6 жыл бұрын

I agree, but its also human nature to complain unnecessairly. I've done the same thing. I bet lizzy has done it too. All we can do as humans is try are very best to be as strong as we can be.

@rickmcintosh5787 6 жыл бұрын

Reading what you wrote makes you pretty special and strong too. So stop crying and pass it on, this is how our country and world should be like.

@mawdarana7319 6 жыл бұрын

Ann Legaspi your wrong

@oniinekosan 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like she would be a wonderful friend to have.

@katlyntran4545 3 жыл бұрын

Same because I find this girl being great at comedy

@SATANFUCKSMYSOUL 3 жыл бұрын

Yes she has a big heart ❤

@07.quanghuy49 3 жыл бұрын

same, she’s too kind for this cruel world

@Ray-gu5kp 3 жыл бұрын

Give me a brake. Would you take her to Walmart

@uwu-ed5ho 3 жыл бұрын

yeah but ill be afraid to hurt her by any touch she seems so physically fragile 🥺

@juliearcand2358 Жыл бұрын

Omg I keep watching the documentary and you got your diagnosis! I'm just crying out of , I can't say happy tears, but just your strength and your kindness to everyone! I saw the mother whose daughter committed suicide and how kind you were to her and you any kind of bullying is so traumatic. Lizzie, you are truly a gift from God. God bless you and I am just in awe of your courage and bravery despite all the challenges you face every day. I pray your actual heart stays strong because there is nothing wrong with your emotional heart. You truly are amazing!!! ❣❣❣❣

@lisa63853 11 ай бұрын

This is the best video of TED talks I've ever watched. I am so lucky to have found this.

@venice8488 3 жыл бұрын

her voice is so pretty

@ellyvandentweel3469 3 жыл бұрын

That's what I thought to

@dude2410 3 жыл бұрын

it is... no really no joke it sounds soothing af

@sausagejockey4298 3 жыл бұрын

I think as a human being, she is empathetic, beautiful and intelligent. Any person would be lucky to spend ANY amount of time in her company. Just saying

@Heller103085 3 жыл бұрын

She def has a great cadence to her voice...its very soothing and very smooth voice

@aproudbbdkbsbestie267 3 жыл бұрын

EXACTLY

@Lawleet 3 жыл бұрын

Her inner beauty has touched million of people across the globe. She is such such a kind soul with fine abilities.

@m.m9439 3 жыл бұрын

Yes she did touched the whole globe with her beautiful soul and sweet heart

@ChildofYAH 2 жыл бұрын

Earth isn't a globe

@tarfarian 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChildofYAH And you aren't smart

@Lawleet 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChildofYAH what deos the word globally means?

@denisedaly2307 2 жыл бұрын

This girl is a legend. Truly a winner in life.

@jamesfinley1819 Жыл бұрын

So I’m really late to this woman’s story, but I think that the universe was just saving this for when I really needed it. That time is now, and I am so grateful to Lizzie for doing this. Thank you so much!! What a beautiful woman with a message that the world needs badly.

@marcmaschal2897 11 ай бұрын

Love her.She has the sweetest voice.I hope she's still doing ok and continues to spread this positive energy.

@meryllvillaruel3704 3 жыл бұрын

"I used their negativity to light up my fire."- Lizzie.

@shortscreator6342 3 жыл бұрын

I used their negativity to light up my fire

@venyayerredla9281 3 жыл бұрын

Bro she is so pretty, not only her looks, but overall she is beautiful. Her personailty, her strengths, HER. Its rlly admirable.

@babyblue28 3 жыл бұрын

Ikr when I first randomly came across a photo of her I was frightened ngl. But now I’m just so, so in love

@sanjeewajayawardana6148 3 жыл бұрын

@ilmarodrigues3139 3 жыл бұрын

Realmente ela é admirável, esse mundo está muito difícil pra todos . Mas se formos fortes como ela é, venceremos tb.

@kloic9334 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty look ?

@ALBbratan 3 жыл бұрын

Stop the cap

@AmethystWoman 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you LIzzie. I needed your words today. Congrats on school and your THIRD book. Such huge things to accomplish at any age, never mind so young. Keep talking. We will keep listening. You are saving lives.

@melindamullins9272 Жыл бұрын

her strength is so transferable and inspiring. What a brave soul her speech is helping so many when we open up we help each other for humanity.

@aliexsimth4980 6 жыл бұрын

Win with grace, and I have to say that she is such a graceful lady.

@mableester3225 6 жыл бұрын

Very good lady

@kht-rawkkuofficial1431 5 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@kaderseydo1224 5 жыл бұрын

mable Amen ester . .

@Mkitty12aj 5 жыл бұрын

She is a skinny legend

@luckyyang7173 5 жыл бұрын

What is her syndrome? Lipodostrohpy brought me here.

@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991 7 жыл бұрын

SHE IS AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL!! PEOPLE NEED TO LEARN FROM HER.

@kaceygiles8058 7 жыл бұрын

we don't if we don't have to YOU NOT PEOPLES MAMA

@holdshiftt2run308 7 жыл бұрын

what does she suffer from?

@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991 7 жыл бұрын

HoldShiftt2Run I believe she suffers from Neonatal Progeroid Syndrome. God bless her soul! ♡♡♡

@arianagrandefanpage_dw4991 7 жыл бұрын

Kacey Giles awsome tv ??

@holdshiftt2run308 7 жыл бұрын

Jaimito Gomez thanks for the replay fam.

@OMAR-vq3yb 2 жыл бұрын

First Ted talk that really got me emotional. What a beautiful and inspiring person.

@carliebeau5329 2 жыл бұрын

She so gentle. And darling. A beautiful lady.

@user-vi5ps4cb1g 5 жыл бұрын

I was listening to the video, not watching it. It was an autoplay while I was doing my chores...first, her voice, then her sense of humour, then her message went straight to my heart...then I reached out to pick up my phone and saw...a lioness in a kitten, a ray of light in a broken lamp, a promise of heaven in the darkness...Thank you, Lizzie! God bless you!

@ddubfan 5 жыл бұрын

I love this comment so much! You should have WAY more likes. I'm hoping the childish & superficial comments are from pre-teen/teens who have no idea what it means to be a kind person.

@sophiececile9946 5 жыл бұрын

Mary Kelly I really hope that they are four-year-olds who don’t know what they’re talking about. I’m a teenager and I would be disgusted if any of my friends said a word against this amazing woman.

@shyguy2656 5 жыл бұрын

Same here. I'm only 15 and even I understand what an amazing person Lizzie is. If any of my friends or peers said anything negative about her purely because of her appearance, I would ditch them. Judge a person on their actions, not their appearance. Most teenagers know this.

@Eggo2341 5 жыл бұрын

God made this happen.

@kunalsharma2116 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful said... So so right.. She is a motivation for all of us

@louisepolley9707 4 жыл бұрын

I keep forgetting how cruel the world is to anyone who is different.

@emesehety 4 жыл бұрын

The fact that everyone is different make it worse🤔

@Dany-nt6dn 4 жыл бұрын

No matter how you look, everyone Is cruel to everyone no matter what.

@ieatpancreas2005 4 жыл бұрын

Everyone is different tho

@bluebell_06 4 жыл бұрын

@@ieatpancreas2005 ???

@ieatpancreas2005 4 жыл бұрын

@@bluebell_06 everyone. Is. Different. From. Each. Other

@pauldaniel6208 2 жыл бұрын

This video randomly came up in the channel feed, and I am very glad it did. Powerful stuff. Wishing this special lady all the best.

@togetherisbetterlc 2 жыл бұрын

I show this video to my students every year to motivate them to strive to do better. Also, they realize how others can turn their weaknesses into strengths and how to help others without even realizing it. We enjoy it every time!

@permanentweightlossover50a44 3 жыл бұрын

If all parents were like hers, the world would be a different place. What a fantastic video.

@animefanatic5080 3 жыл бұрын

Like srsly. Parents play a big role in mental health of a person. If my parents didn't focus too much on my appearance, I might've had a but more confidence in myself. Cuz these days, whenever I'm talking to someone, I think "is my double chin showing up?" Or "am I looking weird?". And this all started ever since my mother and siblings started calling me names whenever they were angry. They might've vented off their anger for the time but they made me feel miserable and I can't forget little thing like that. I wish I was mentally strong like this girl (I admire her so much). Tho I'm trying to change but it's really hard...

@mariamarinucci2251 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely true!

@animefanatic5080 3 жыл бұрын

@You- know-who thanks and I hope so too ^^ (I've been trying somewhat)

@kirtihoney3822 3 жыл бұрын

Only lucky ppl get

@chiaracorrado8172 3 жыл бұрын

@@animefanatic5080 good luck and stay strong!

@cursedmika 8 жыл бұрын

I'm not even going to hide or lie about it, few years ago a friend send me a picture of Lizzie and he asked what I thought of her. I tolded him that she's disgusting. I now realize she isn't disgusting, she has an awesome personality and a precious heart! I shouldn't judge a book by its cover. And Lizzie if you are reading this, I want to apologize for my action and I hope everything goes well for you!

@bgregwatson 8 жыл бұрын

+Mika K. Yeah I feel bad because I know that if I had been in her kindergarten class I probably would have been mean to her and had I seen the video in high school I would have made fun of her. This is why I watch videos like this, they challenge me to be a better human being.

@kngpin41 8 жыл бұрын

+bballfreak for real. I have seen a video with her as the world's ugliest woman. but her personality is beautiful. shes super successful and I'm happy for her

@witchplease9695 8 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you all changed and realize that its cruel to judge people on appearances. It takes strength to admit that.

@marcoarteaga6897 8 жыл бұрын

With All Do Respect Congratulations For Recognizing Your Mistakes And Youre Right Lizzie Velásquez Is Truely Awosome And Plus Shes A Great Inspiration

@cmap1503 8 жыл бұрын

+Mika K. what the fuck? Shes still disgusting, you are being delusional.

@doantrang.12 2 жыл бұрын

i just can’t imagine how powerful she is to get through all of those things and be the person she is now. How can? so so so soooooooo respect

@pascalekhourysabri2070 Жыл бұрын

Completely fell in love with you Lizzie, your strength, your humor, your confidence.. I will never forget your face or your words, thank you

@vaishnavi5070 6 жыл бұрын

her voice is so sweet. her hair is perfect and her thinking.. just beautifull

@jariyajames91 6 жыл бұрын

she is so perfect.. oh my gosh she is poplaur.. I love her now.. I'm starting fan of her.

@vaishnavi5070 6 жыл бұрын

ikr

@neeraja6972 6 жыл бұрын

vishnu saki I agree with u

@vaishnavi5070 6 жыл бұрын

RosyRBL X hey fam🤗

@pniesandfenb3584 6 жыл бұрын

I know right! I did my hispanic project on her

@MrCharlesdick 4 жыл бұрын

Lizzie, you emotional strength is really admirable.

@denisemarshall2432 2 жыл бұрын

The world needs more souls like you Lizzie. You are awesome! Very best wishes to you for the future. X

@studiosheeko 2 жыл бұрын

she is soooo cute! i smiled and cried a lot throughout this video- she is so moving and wonderful. really grateful that she was willing to share her experience and motivate so many people.

@inglouriousbee 4 жыл бұрын

This is proof that it's society that really affects us. She wasn't self conscious or trying to impress anyone until she went to school with others who judged her. She has an amazing support system.

@Desekratedd 6 жыл бұрын

I hate talking in front of an audience, I hated group projects and oral presentations in school, and she is up there delivering such a powerful speech..wtf is wrong with me.

@yeppiy2k 5 жыл бұрын

Rob Soltysiak Same. She's só brave!

@matthewv3556 5 жыл бұрын

Don't be hard on yourself. Complimenting her and being down on your abilities won't make you better.

@HuePhanthihue 5 жыл бұрын

she is great

@jannamebaotocuaruneterra6211 5 жыл бұрын

I know how you feel! Do you have social phobia ?

@Vapor817 5 жыл бұрын

only way to get out of that is to practice, get up there and say something to someone

@luc15Apple 2 жыл бұрын

The best video about self esteem!! I already suffered bullying, I hated me myself for a long time. Beautiful person

@omnium_gatherum 2 жыл бұрын

She's incredible, absolutely inspiring and oh my gosh I'm in tears. I love her ❤️❤️😭

@Kazilikaya 7 жыл бұрын

*THIS* is what strength looks like

@samanthan153 7 жыл бұрын

Mike 2 you're the kind of people that society doesn't need

@eclecticminn2265 7 жыл бұрын

Kazilikaya Yes. She is very charismatic. It also feels like i want to be her friend

@paytonguidry9364 7 жыл бұрын

that is true on so many levels

@atomkriegreinigungs7737 3 жыл бұрын

I got more from her talk in 13 min than I've ever had with my therapist for almost 2 yrs. And... yes, girls' hair is on fleek.

@skydelan 3 жыл бұрын

My therapist even can’t talk like that

@youdroppedsomething4334 3 жыл бұрын

Okay but Frl, I’m gonna need a hair care routine.

@omotosoolatunde9139 3 жыл бұрын

your therapist would be out of job if he/she talks like this to you. how would your therapist survive if you are in good condition?

@maarakailet1 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, but really, fire your therapist. It takes a while and sometimes it gets really frustrating but good ones are out there. I'm almost 40 and have just now found a good therapist and a diagnosis that actually fits.

@ellie2565 3 жыл бұрын

Ikr her hair is just 👌✨✨

@adriananewby658 2 жыл бұрын

Lizzie, you are amazing ! An example for everyone to show that happiness is just a decision. ❤

@anggrainiihzarizkita3421 Жыл бұрын

That's actually right the negativity can be our ladder to get our success Thank you so much

@redrobin3667 4 жыл бұрын

6:13 this is very important, her parents did not go the next day to complain to the school because their daughter has been harassed by some bully. Her parents know that they have to give her the courage and intelligence to face the reality of life. When we overprotect our children, we victimize them and create overly sensitive adults. Behind this wonderful strong girl, there are wonderful parents, family, and friends.

@pimpattrapiwat6721 4 жыл бұрын

I really like and support in your opinion.

@sofijasofija2867 3 жыл бұрын

have you ever experienced bullying? When no one does anything about that and tells, o sweetie, Im sorry you go through that but that's life, this fucks you up. Bullying is not a reality of life and yes, when you go through that other things might not seem that bad but what's the cost of that. Some people get a thick skin and some of them get depression, anxiety and kill themselves. Reporting the bullying is not overprotecting.

@sueryan8320 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Schools need to be doing more to stop this.

@muhsina9923 3 жыл бұрын

Really its is big true.

@oqhixlism4969 3 жыл бұрын

@@sofijasofija2867 Yes you're so right I think they're trying to say that with what she has everyone is going to judge her and look at her weird and the parents know this is going to happen though out her life so they just tried to i think let her go and do it herself and experience it so she gets use to it and then she'll be able to not be bothered!

@ananimity7332 7 жыл бұрын

She's absolutely amazing! I truly wish I had her strength. If everyone had such a big heart and was as positive as she is Earth would be a much more beautiful place to live.

@hermesschmid1186 7 жыл бұрын

Her attitude is amazing, if just more people would be like her!

@prathepankrishna 7 жыл бұрын

@ruenruen8571 7 жыл бұрын

Prathepan krishna yg

@vccgvg3469 7 жыл бұрын

Ana Nimity if you had her strenght your arm wloud broke from a mosquito sting

@nathanwilcoxon6687 6 жыл бұрын

Ana Nimity I

@rolandocaabaysr.5844 2 жыл бұрын

very well said lizzie. watching this i had a lot of realization. you taught me how to define myself abd figured it out as quickly as it is. you are ab elonquent speaker i am so grateful for sharing your story with us. your story must be heard around the globe. i wish i could hug you and says "you're the prettiest person in the world'

@ntiayungclodiankenneh281 11 ай бұрын

Ooh my the sweetest talk I've seen today I love her energy, such a free-spirited person doing her unique purpose .

@rosalee7333 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful soul, her existence makes this world a better place.

@m.m9439 3 жыл бұрын

Yes true

@user-rb3pf3tj7h 5 жыл бұрын

難病なのにこんなに明るく話せるなんてなんて強い方なんだろう…… 過去にはとても辛いことがあったはずなのに。素敵だな……かっこいい

@ggrks_heart 4 жыл бұрын

超かっこいい勇気与えられたわ

@kannaleon1792 4 жыл бұрын

愛だと思います。大きな愛で包まれて生きてこられたのでしょう

@user-gh7tg6pb8d 4 жыл бұрын

愛をどんなに貰えても、その人自身が強くなるか美しくなるかは限らないならこの人は本当にかっこいい

@user-mp5gx4ie8f 4 жыл бұрын

自分は自分のコンプレックスも人に言えないのにこの人は自分の難病をこんなにも明るく話せるなんてかっこよすぎます…

@user-sq2pj5un3t 4 жыл бұрын

猫あの『病気なのに』この言葉もやっぱり差別だと思う。病気の人は明るく話しちゃいけないの？やっぱりそういう言葉1つ1つに気おつけて発言しろやぶち殺すぞ！

@knowreeschannel355 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lizzie for your motivational speech! It made me cry because I had similar experiences in my environment. I stay positive no matter how much I feel crushed down, never give up and keep moving on as if it never rained rocks in my life. Congratulations on your success in reaching your goals.

@lanajantz2240 2 жыл бұрын

I cried, when you talked of crying, my heart pounded. I love you and who you are. You are amazing ! You are better. I like using negative things people say as ladder!

@Sam60420 7 жыл бұрын

I would hug her if I met her, something about her I can see true beauty emancipating from within her

@mrfakuyu6830 7 жыл бұрын

Don't hug her too hard though, she might break like a wet twig.

@SharkRockstar 7 жыл бұрын

+Wybe zakje can u please be positive cause ur negativity is ruining u not ppl 😊

@Sam60420 7 жыл бұрын

Wybe zakje lol lmao don't worry, i can be a gentle hugger when the need arises haha but you are clearly exaggerating right, funny tho

@mrfakuyu6830 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah ofcourse.

@izumirh 7 жыл бұрын

lol I think you meant "emanating" :)

@elizabethrobbins9711 7 жыл бұрын

Shes so optimistic I love her and her strength and her confidence She also has the best hair omg

@annawasilewska8769 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so impressed. Inner beauty is what really matters in life. And you've got it!

@ThatZenLife420 Жыл бұрын

This girl is GOING PLACES. 👏 Her message is absolutely phenomenal and I do the same thing, IT WORKS! ✨️ Bless her soul she is so beautiful in EVERY realm. ❤️