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A beautiful redemption story. Our jails are full of people like Greg, who were abused as children

What a heartwarming story of conquering abuse! “I stopped fighting myself”.

His very own family deserted him and he grew out of himself realising all his past and turned the bad into good and created his own family after successfully overcoming the odds. What an incredible person he is. God bless him and his beautiful family.

I wish all the Forgotten Australians, a path back from the trauma that has hampered their life and happiness. This is such an amazing story and I salute Gregory for seeing 'we are our own enemy and we all deserve self love'. Labeling people who just need understanding is not helpful. Great story ABC.

i am in tears watching gregory's journey from abuse, anger, and redemption. what an inspiring story! and what an amazing human being! thank you for giving us hope. 💗

What a remarkable man, he’s truly inspiring. I’m so glad he’s gotten to feel what happiness is ❤

This is so difficult to listen to because it resonates so profoundly. I too came from an abusive, sadistic household. I got a criminal record from theft that I was forced to engage in by my own parents. There were nany times I hoped to not to ever wake up when I could manage to sleep. Only a rare kind word from a teacher, love from my grandmother and a friend who did not betray me in the worst of my days have lead me on a slightly “easier” path. Otherwise, I believe I would not be here. God-only-knows how I managed to get three degrees and did a convincing job of pretending that I was just like everyone else. At least, that’s what I thought but my dreadful past caught up to me. I lost everything. I couldn’t keep the charade going. I am telling you this not for pity, but to validate that childhood trauma hurts us lifelong and to thank you for being a example of hope to us all. You finally heard your soul’s voice instead of the introjects from your abusers. You became who you were always meant to be and it is just the most beautiful thing I have seen. Thank you

What an endearing, inspiring, touching story.. a beautiful soul that was not allowed to grow into himself as a boy, then through the damage he glimmered into a bright flame and now shines in his becoming his true self.. thankyou Greg for sharing your story, your wonderful family that came into your path and who deserve you as much as you deserve them.. much love to you all..💜✨️🙏✨️💜

What can incredible, inspiring story.👏👏I just found myself clapping for him when he was being awarded his doctorate. Even a stone would get inspired by Dr Gregg' story. Take a bow dude, take a bow.

I could listen to him talk forever. What a lovely voice.

This is such an inspiring story. My takeaway from it is that redemption starts with a personal decision or choice. It is the first step that will beckon the universe to collaborate with you.

Two words for Greg. Brave and remarkable

A powerful story. Truly inspiring and I'm inspired. No human is limited, not by trauma or life circumstances. Well done Greg.

I read Greg's book, 'Out of The Forest'. It's a truly amazing story.

I feel so proud on his behalf!....how he turned his life around is amazing❤ I wish him (and he's beautiful family) the best!❤

Hats off and a head bow… to a man that could conquer “ self destruction “ and rise head and shoulders above circumstances beyond his control. God Bless you Mr. Greg and your descendants.

My dad used to say "you can't give what you never got". That's a cop-out and not true at all. Gregory Smith is a prime example that we can give so much more than we ever got.

What a wonderful story. I am so happy he got a second chance in life and he took it.

My heart goes out to you for what you have been through.. You should be so proud. Thank you for sharing your amazing life & achievements. 🙏. You give people hope.

Thank you for this followup, wishing all the very best to all the family.

What a wonderful piece of journalism about an amazing man

What an intelligent man, so pleased he fought and came through the trauma , hats off

What a bloody inspirational story and a mighty fine human !!!

wow what a amazeing man. he gives me hope and shows the way

Thank goodness he got recognised for his beautiful hidden soul and that amazing Lady ..Saw him with love and acceptance ..I guess that is what we all dream of .

To Dr Gregory Smith and all of those who stood beside you... Bravo... The best of humamity... 🇿🇦

I cried, sad tears, happy tears. This was so inspiring, thank you. Wishing you and your family all the best for the future.

God Bless you and your Beautiful family and thank you all for sharing your beautiful true story of hope and restoration 🤍🙏🕊 ....looks like you've got some great rugby players in the making bro🥳🏉🤩👑👑👑

This story is about transformation of the mind, soul and heart. Life circumstances forced Gregory to believe that he was a misery, he even believed it and lived in the mystery. But there was a spark of love in his heart that flared up to enormous proportions and continues to shine for others. What a miracle and grace from God! ✝️🫶

What a beautifull story the boys are so great the little guy has got 4 people to spoil him and watch him grow and always be a happy little boy good on you all little family 🌿🐦🌴💙

What a bloke.

What an incredible journey Gregory has been on, and what an amazing human being he has become! It's been a privilege to learn how such darkness can be filled with light. Thank you!

What an amazing Australian story.

What a sweet and true love story!!

I am very happy for you that you have found the unconditional love,that you wanted and needed growing up.That you have a beautiful family who love and respect you for who you are, and what you have accomplished.Congratulations and God bless you and your family.

Amazing story, thank you Gregory.

What a tragic poignant sad story. So glad to hear of good outcome finally. Thanks for sharing this.x.

An amazing man getting a new chance of life it's never too late . I am inspired .hopeful that we can put our past aside.

We definitely need more of these stories. Thx so much.

What an amazing man! I also adored the story of how he and his partner met and built their relationship, so sweet.

A beautiful story! Greg is an inspiration.

What an amazing man! His wife’s trust is also inspirational. Great family!

An incredible story of triumph over immense adversity! 🙌 congratulations Dr Smith what an inspiration! Best wishes to you and your family 💟🌻🌿

"There are few misfortunes in this world that you cannot turn into a personal triumph if you have the iron will and the necessary skill."- Nelson Mandela. This man is the very example that Mandela was wise and right.

Woooww i am blown away, this is a beautiful and inspiring story that we should always be reminded that we have the power to turn our lives around for the best ❤️ Thank you for sharing 🙏

He said they gave him an IQ test when he was a kid and his was "81", lol. Then he later went to college and received his PhD. He's obviously a highly intelligent man. I think he needs to take another, real, IQ test. I bet it's above 120.

I have sat on that same park bench at the back of the tweed hospital and pondered at a dark time in my life! Special place it must be spiritual

beautiful story - hope this gets shared with those (unfortunately too many) walking the difficult tightrope of life..

Well done, I hope that you continue to have your loving family and a great life. ❤

Well done mate 👍. So great that you got back into the drivers seat of your own life, and even better that you are paying it forward. Sorry for the childhood abuse you suffered. Never should have happened.

This is inspirational❤. Thank you very much, i needed to hear this 🥰

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing a so beautiful story!!!! Congratulation for your decision of changing your life and sharing it with all of us around the world.

good on you greg proud of you may God richly bless you 😌❤🙏🧔‍♀💐🌹🥀

What a wonderful story. Good luck to all those in this story.

A beautiful story and so amazing that you were able to turn your life around.. God bless you!

Forgotten Australians: In the 20th century, over 500,000 children in Australia were placed in orphanages, foster homes and institutions. 7,000 migrant children from Britain and Malta, 50,000 Aboriginal, the remaining 400,000+ Australian-born, non indigenous. The first two groups were overwhelmingly on the basis of cultural assimilation, the last group to parental abandonment like Gregory’s, a dead or very ill parent or parents deemed unfit by the state.

Brilliant. Just brilliant! 💯

What a truly wonderful story ❤

I'm happy I seen this especially about the homelessness n back story as my 7yr younger baby sister went through this to with almost everything identical shes got her own place now n still trying to adjust to normal things daily ❤

What a wonderful human being

What an an amazing man. Inspirational🔥

This should go viral and we need a story like this in America... We're at a total loss... Great job and example for all

Such an inspiration.

What a wonderful video. Thank You. ❤

Major respect to this man!!!!!

Oh my goodness how lovely and truly amazing! 😊

Blessings to you and yours 🌷

Aw! So wonderful ♥️🇬🇧 66 pensioner 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 love this

What a beautiful story. ❤

What a gem of a story 💕💕

may your lovely soul be blessed what a lovely man

Mate love your story you're a true legend and you have an absolutely beautiful family God bless you all the best for the future

❤❤❤ I'm most definitely inspired

what a inspiring story with a great outcome

Beautiful story. How to be a good human

So amazing! What a story!

Wow what a story❤❤❤

What a beautiful story! The Triumph of the human soul!

Amazing story, Gregory your a inspiration

+++ great! congratulations Mr. Gregory Smith!

Thanks mate...I'm glad I heard your story...

Incredible story and an incredible man!

I love this man

An amazing man with an amazing story.

Beautiful Story 💜

Great story. He "challenged what the future holds" a line from a song, that rings true here.

Wow, what an incredible story, it’s so true that you can turn your life around and follow your dreams , love this ❤

Thank you Greg

Wow what a beautiful life ❤️

So proud of you Gregory.

Good on ya mate. You’re story made me cry. 👍👍👍

A truly happy ending and a truly happy new beginning. ❤

Amazingly inspirational story❤

Beautiful

Lived experience helping others

Beautifully beautiful story😊

Congratulations and Best of Luck always!

Thanks👍🏽😉 I was meant to come across this Amazing Inspirational Man and His Journey as I can relate in some ways 😮

a very inspiring story indeed.....