Here's a few more things I would like to mention as the attention in this short film has gone up in the past few weeks once again. But just a disclaimer, I'm only speaking to those who are willing to listen. 1. You are worthless because you SAY you are worthless. Words have power- words from others AND words from yourself. The more your mind focuses on the false idea that you mean nothing, the more you will believe it to be true- the more you will WANT to believe it is true. No one can fix that but you. I can't help you, your friends and family can't help you, not until you start to open your heart to the fact that you are worth something. Once you begin that journey of accepting that fact you matter, then the support from the people around you will start to resonate. When you tell yourself you matter, every day, embedding it into your being, things will change for the better. It won't happen overnight. But in order for you to accept yourself, it takes work. Your worth is in YOUR hands. 2. A small portion of the people in these conversations don't seem to understand the point of this film. This took me 3 months to make. I poured my heart into this. I made this coming from the light at the end of the tunnel. My life is great, I have the best friends i could ask for, and opportunities have been presented to me left and right. I'm not asking for pity, and I don't want you to feel sorry for me. I made this to let you know there is a way out. I made it out. It gets better. It truly gets better. It's hard... very hard. But the effort you put into believing yourself will pay off. 3. No one can determine what your motives, desires and intentions are in a 6-minute, animated short. No one can determine your value, worth, personality, or life based on an animation or a piece of your creation. Some people would rather stand out by being the negative nancy, and that's their decision. Don't be mad at something you can't control. If you don't want help, I won't help you. If you don't believe in my faith, I won't make you believe in it. If you want to make me believe my loving God is a lie, a fairytale, a myth, etc., go ahead. Your words do not alter the truth I hold tight to. Because even in my darkest days, God's Word still worked. I give my anxiety and depression no credit, because in my weakness I was made strong. I love you guys, and it breaks my heart to see you all suffering. But you aren't alone on this journey. My God has proven to me time and time again of His love and goodness. If you want to try anything else to help you out of this hell-hole called depression, let me know. It is your choice.

"What gets scary is when your self-worth is tied up in what strangers think about you." _Emma Watson_

You Matter. Unless you multiply yourself by the speed of light squared; then, You Energy.

I am unemployed.. after repeated failures in competitive exams to get a job. I had almost gave up. I didn't find this video.. it found me. I am Glad It did. I haven't cried in a long time. I did shed a few tears although it was hard to watch what my inner child has been through. They say you need to fight for something to win. I found the thing. I will fight for the inner wounded version of me. I will fight for him untill my last breathe. He deserves it. ❤

How beautifully described the pain our inner child is facing right now. Most of us have caged our inner child with harshest words. Loved the concept ❤

I swear to god, i never cry when watching sad stuff, no matter how sad it is, but i could relate so much to this, it made me cry so hard

guys let’s talk about talent, THAT LITTLE GIRL RIGHT THERE DREW A PERFECT CIRCLE, I CALL THAT TALENT

At 48, I watched this, and bawled my eyes out. People have no grasp of how damaging their words can be to others. And they ARE chains that weigh you down. It can be so hard to slip them off. We need to free ourselves, but let's also remember not to chain down others with our words.

We watched this in my group therapy session this morning, and I’ve been left sort of tearful today since then. I’m ready to hug my own inner child. I’ve hurt her enough.

You know what makes this more depressing? After all she went through and everyone hated her, she had no friends and they didn't like her looks, in the end, no one told her she mattered, she told herself. Edit; I was like, 13 when I commented this 😭 and was dealing with way too many mental issues with a lack of support, so, sorry about this LMAOO

Let's be honest: Many of us can relate to the character, can't we?

This video is telling us and reminding us to love ourself, you’re worthy. Trust yourself and heal yourself.

Our Arts professor showed this today in our class and it did make me shed a tear. How can something so brief be that powerful? I am solemnly proud and enlightened to have come across this short film.

when she said, "you matter" i started sobbing i don't know why maybe i really needed it thank you

THIS MADE ME CRY WHILE EATING BREAKFAST, GODDAMMIT. THIS IS THE SADDEST CEREAL I’VE EVER EATEN. IT TASTES LIKE *MY TEARS.*

I just showed this video to my psychologist in my psychology group and he wanted the link to show it in his other groups to help understand the connection from "you" and your inner child and why it is important to be kind to yourself. Thank you for this video. It will help others, I'm sure!

As someone who has forgotten her worth in life’s valleys, I have started to tell myself each day “you matter” in the mirror and lo and behold I found this by accident. Thanks for being a vessel. I can’t speak for God’s will but I believe he lead me to this beautiful piece of creativity at just the right time.

Don't Relate, or You'll Cry. Don't Relate, or You'll Cry. Don't Relate, or You'll Cry. Oh, Shoot I'm Crying.

"Everyone is genius but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree then it will lead his whole life believing that this is stupidity. " -Albert Einstein This video made me cry guys 😭

The message of this film is so powerful. The way it portrayed that in life no one could help us the most except ourselves. There's really no better cure from all the scars we had from our battles in life than choosing to believe and love ourselves. 🥺 Everyone, YOU MATTER!

So happy I found this short film on IG. Came to KZfaq to watch the full video. Cried the first time when I saw it on IG and cried watching it here. Thank you Hannah Grace.

Sometimes we just need to ask our inner children "What have I done to you?" and remember that your own harsh words are words spoken to a real, live person.

These days, KZfaq is getting very empathetic towards me. It just knows what to put on my recommendations each day. ㅠㅠ

YOU MATTERS ...your breath Your smile, tears, happiness your presence everything matters 💐💞 🥺 .This video brought tears to my eyes

You don't need to act like you grew up. You are not weird. You are not dumb. You are not ugly. You are just you are!! And you are good enough as you are. You are beautiful. You are adorable. You are intelligent. You are strong bbg. I love you so much. You are not ugly my dear but the world is only!! ❤ Yes, you are more than enough 💕

covered in chains but she smiled. that hit way too hard.

The fact that her inner child despite being weighed down by so much still tried her best to smile, proves how our inner children really want us to be happy. No WANTS to be depressed. It's a matter of working through each shackle one by one and loving ourselves through every step- even if no one modeled to us how. It's hard but we all deserve it. And our little selves love us so we should remember to love them back. They didn't deserve the abuse they got and neither do you.

I'm done hating myself. I'm my first friend.

That's so deep! To whoever going through this I hope you overcome come more stronger ❤️ DONT LET THEIR WORD SADDEN YOU

Hi random introvert soul Love yourself. Talk with yourself. Take care of yourself

Her: your not talented The girl: *draws a perfect circle* Everyone has good skills for something✅

It's February 3rd today, my 18th birthday is on 22nd February and I'm exactly in this position rn, scared, unprepared, people are expecting great results from me but tbh i don't even know what I'm doing, i relate to this on another level and if you're reading this just know that we're struggling together want you're not alone

This is so powerful! So very often the messages we receive from the outside world become our inner voice. It takes courage to trash these and to start believing in yourself again. We as children are willing to dare, explore, and fly! But many times, people who know no better clip our wings! It's sad but true! Always remember, you are ENOUGH! You are WORTH IT!

Just cried over a five minute animation. This is truly beautiful no sarcasm.

It actually takes seven positive comments to psychologically erase a negative one.

WOW!! This is literally the story of my life! When she hugged the little girl, I imagined Jesus hugging her instead and breaking the chains.I truly believe God led me to this video (as I’m currently going through this process) Thanks for uploading!

I connected with the story and the imagery deeply. I am grateful to God and a therapist for helping me break similar chains, give no more effort to external expectations, ... and completely set myself free. It's more than words can say, discovering the real me and seeing life anew. Much respect Hannah.

PLEASE WHEN IT SAID “YOU MATTER” I started crying

I'm gonna say I was so touched. 3 years ago when this was released, I had no idea what this Animation was about because of my childish thinking. But after that, I was becoming more aware of my surroundings until I became "too" aware that everything would still be the same even if I was never here. That led me to extreme anxiety whenever I go out of the house or whenever I meet someone I don't know very much. I had trouble with handling conversations because I was too worried I would say something terrible or sensitive which led people into thinking I am weird and anti-social. I began to think that everyone is talking behind my back even when they are acting nice in front of me. I began to think that no one likes me so I distanced myself from everyone. Until it gradually became worse. I always think I am never good enough and that the compliments they give are just lies so as not to be rude. I started hating myself very much that led me to depression. Then I started eating too much to distract myself from socialization. But again hated myself for being an ugly fat pig so I again started starving myself. I spent most of my time in my locked room where I thought would be the only place where I can let myself off of reality. I started going out less. I started losing contact with my friends one by one making me think that I'm the worst kind of friend to ever have making me distance myself even more. I just hated myself too much. I had no great skills nor am I good with studying and sports. My family and friends "did" try to help me. But I was too indulged into thinking that I can't do anything right. Then, 3 years have passed, and now I understood this short but meaningful Animation. It was me making myself suffer. It was me who covered my ears not to listen to the ones who were trying to help. It was just me who thought everything I have been thinking. For the whole 3 years, I have been blaming society that it was the one who turned me into this kind of mess. It took me 3. Fuckin. Years. To realize it and all I had to do was to watch this 6-minute Animation. You can already tell how stupid I am. If I were to face my younger self, I would really want to apologize for becoming the person I never dreamt to be. Good thing I stumbled into this great creator! If it weren't for you, I would still be blaming other people for myself. But now, my perspective has changed. I can't expect other people to be the one to change me. It HAS to be me. And no, I am not looking for any attention. Even if this is just going to be lost in the sea of comments, I just want to thank the creator because they made me realize something very big in my life. As in very, very big. And not just me. I know there are a lot of people here who are just like me. Still, you have read this far? Wow. You're the true definition of patience.👍

Shortest film I’ve ever watched in my life, how beautiful, it reminds me of me as a child, struggling with hard core drugs at a very young age, getting myself wrapped up in things that no child should experience, I’m now 18 about to be 19 and I’m now finally feeling like I can learn to love myself and be myself. Sometimes you have to go deep inside yourself remind yourself of who you always have been, you just got lost for a little while, but that inner child inside you wants that love, that’s why you gotta learn to be ok with yourself, and know that you’re a good person, no one’s better than you and your no better than anyone else, be the person you aspire to be, much love, thank you for this amazing piece of work, love all of you, have a wonderful night, and know that you can do this, give it your all!❤

This was beautiful, I cried all the way through, mainly because I can relate to it so much. Thank you for reminding myself and others that we matter, and that there is a way out.

Real people in my life: no one cares about you, you don’t matter Random internet strangers: people care about you, you do matter Me: well which one is it???

The only time I cry is when I can relate..

i wish i can personally meet my little me to hug her and say how amazing she is

omg I'm crying now, you're very talented girl congratulations, the way you show how bad comments can affect a person's life so much is really amazing, one of the best short films I've watched

That broken smile when the last chain was linked... And I found myself yelling, "No! No child! You are loved! You aren't alone! And even if you are, I will hold you! And cry with you.. and I realized that child.. was me. I broke down crying. I allowed others to chain me. To define me... To hurt me. And I hurt myself along with them. I realized this recently. And now I've been working on removing those chains. One by one. Step by step. Ignoring the negativity from those who want to keep me chained. Until I get to where I want to be. This video pretty much summed up everything I was feeling. And it made me feel less alone. Thank you for sharing this.

Man I remember when I first found this animation. It would keep popping in my recommendation and I finally decided to watch it after 3 days of it popping up. At that time I wasn't in the best place to be. At that time I hidden something from my family, friends, and even my own beloved sister for three years. I basically grew worse and worse and felt like no one could help me during time of darkness. (I don't wish to go further in details on what I hid but it was terrible experience that still puts a impact on my life). What surprised me at first is that the girl we see in the film had the same birthday as me as if it this video called out for me. When I watched more and more I began to see in myself that what I was hiding wasn't good and showed me that I can be okay. The chains to me represent the thing and what I build up over the years of living in fear and despair. I remember being in tears after finishing it because it showed that I shouldn't be afraid to tell my family once and for all what happened three years ago. It took myself some time (and a lot of courage) but I did get the help I needed and now I working to get myself in a better place. Today is my birthday (2/20) and when I look back at this animation and all that I can say is thank you for helping me and many others.

This film honestly inspired me to try to learn 2D animation. I love how powerful it is. Normally I’m not one who cries over films / shows but I was literally crying so hard. Awesome job!

What a heart melting and emotional art you have made!! Truly astonishing and I loved how beautifully you represented the ideas through the chains and inner child. Loved it!!

The little girl was me in elementary school. And I was SUPER shy at that time, so I was very vunerable. But every time someone was rude towards me, I kept being kind to them. Now, I just get pissed off, look away from them, or correct them.

I remember my aunt saying I used to be really happy when I was a child. When I turned 10, that happiness suddenly disappeared. I was replaced by someone who was rude and heartless, according to my mother. I used to be bold, daring. But then, I was so scared to move. So scared to do the simplest wrong thing; every mistake I did had a large impact in anything else I did at home. I didn’t like it. Now, I’m surrounded by people. The common friend of everyone. I guess I’ll stay as the friend everybody has, not having a real friend for myself. It was a good thing that the pessimistic thoughts disappeared. Anxiety and those dark thoughts never bothered my mind again. I found someone to love, and my parents and idol showed me that I could love too. God told me that I should love myself. But... it feels empty. Disconnected. It doesn’t feel right at all. Those pessimistic thoughts were something I got used to. Something that I considered defined me as who I really am. With it gone whenever I’m alone, there’s just this weird emptiness that crawls in my heart. It wasn’t the feeling I liked. True, it did happen when I had those pessimistic thoughts and cried myself to sleep, but at least the thoughts were there to keep me company. A common friend nobody really looks at and only comes for help. Like a concierge, an encyclopedia. A robot used for nothing else except for their own benefit. ...but it doesn’t matter to me now. Nothing matters anymore. I guess the chains never disappeared, just got rusty. It lost it’s touch. Now I guess I’ll try to find my new self, something that can define me again. Something new. Being a discreet copycat _is_ my job. Originality was never my thing. This was indeed relatable... if I was the old me, that is. However, it won’t change my mind that this really is beautiful.

Hannah Grace, I cannot thank you enough for this fantastic short film. This came up on my feed as a miracle at the very right time. This film has given me immense hope, thank you so much.

this was presented at our school and I cried. Thank you for the college students who wanted to talk about mental health.

a strange liquid is running down my face for some reason

One compliment will brighten someones day...

I only just saw a snippet of this short film on Instagram and wanted to watch the whole thing. This made me cry so much because of how relatable it was, even with this video being 7 years old. Thank you for making me realise I'm not alone in how I feel.

I got goosebumps EVERYWHERE while watching this video, this is amazing! Deserves every view it has and more! This video is still recomended to this day, and I hope it will stil lbe after many more years!

I love how you can see the desperate "No!" even though there's no voice at 3:47

I shared this with my students today. Afterwards, we created positive "I AM" statements, in order to debunk the myths created about us by others. A student who is a survivor of child abuse said, "I AM...finally safe." My heart turned to mush. Thank you for this powerful statement of self-love!

Beautiful ❤️ This gives a great message to everyone. Embrace your inner child!

After 7years of you making this video ,I saw it w and believe me I got tears on my eyes and cried , I saw myself and inner child inside this video. You made me heal things that I didn't know how to express ♥️♥️ thank you so much , this is one of the best video I have ever saw in my life

When I saw the words "You Matter" I cried

In every 2-3 months I come here to watch this animation it is so good the story and all is so relatable, whenever I feel like giving up these 6 mins changes everything and every single time, it has made me cry so strong story telling and animation. Thankyou so much.❤️

Powerful! Those negative words thrown at us puts us into bondage and entangle us. Don’t let those words get to you and take roots. BE POSITIVE!

"Sticks and stones break my bones but words can break the heart."-bo Barham

Some see a video… I see a mirror… Edit: I won't be replying to comments saying I'm begging for attention anymore. That's NOT the case but sadly there is nothing I can do to prove so. I have already explained multiple times people express pain in different ways and that emotional pain is different for everyone. I also said that whether or not you pay attention to this comment at all is up to you, not me and I will not look down on anyone for not paying attention. Believe what you want and comment what you want, but I know that even if the entire world commented saying I'm begging for attention, it wouldn't make it true in any way.

You happen to read this and I just want you to know, take time for yourself and embrace your vulnerabilities and just be who you are no matter what the world says, in the end it will always be "you" accept it and learn from it and When the time comes that you feel that it's the end, just look up there, there's God-the most powerful of all that loves you more than anyone else :)

Thank you Hannah Grace for this short. It is one of those movies in my box when I'm down. It came in a very needed time. Thank you so much for making this.

the girl sitting with the chains describes me. but, no one talks about me. I just got discouraged by one of my friends that soon was mean to me. that discouragement turned into sadness. and that turned into depression. and depression is what makes me think my life is terrible. but knowing others have the problems make me think they love everyone but themselves. like how I feel. but that makes me realise. tons of people love me. and tons of people love them. this is film I watch everyday. its the first thing I watch in the morning. to remind myself that people love me even if I don't love myself. knowing this pushes me to continue. and one day, I hope, that I can be someone special without changing myself. and to do what I love doing. that girl that discouraged me will regret that she made me depressed. but I don't hate her. all the bullies that bully you don't see that one day, you can be awesome. I may still suffer from depression, but, I will always know ppl love me. and you. know that ppl love you too. but the most important thing to remember, love yourself. don't let anyone bring you down. I hope you all have a great day. just love yourself and everyone and you will be fine. I love ya ❤

Please tell me I'm not the only one who had to hold back tears....

couldn’t stop tearing after watching this!! The message was beautifully conveyed! Thank you for this video.

She was killing her inner child by letting those things affect her but then she understood that she MATTERS.

To everyone having a hard time, Cut all negative ties, find somebody who appreciates u, and take a break. And if u ever feel unloved, remember, I love you.

I read somewhere that " the adult version of you is the person,the kid version of you would have felt safe with " and that hit hard. Loved this short animation. ❤

Whoa, best short I have seen this year (it's August 2023) Great story, amazingly simple animation, which I LUV, positive message and very heart felt. Many blessings to you Hannah. 💞🙏

Just seeing this video...this was so good! I cried. Thank you for sharing your pain and an offer of hope to others.

I'm not crying my eyes just decided to rain

beautiful masterpiece,it brought me to the brink of tears..😢 anyone who reads this have a great day,you're beautiful.you!?🙌

I remember watching this short when I was much younger, around 3rd grade. It had impacted me so much; little did I know how bad those lies would really impact me in the coming years. I'm now a junior in high school, and I'm turning eighteen in October of this year. With full confidence, I can say that God has led me through so much pain, and has enabled me to grow more and more from that pain into the person He's called me to be. This video impacted me then, and it impacts me now. Thank you, Hannah.

This video completely transformed my mindset. Thank you so much for this incredible piece of work. You have no idea how important this video is to me right now.

I broke down. this video has made me realize how much I hurt my self with my words. Thank you, person who made this. thank you.

*"Those who forgive themselves, and are able to accept their true nature... They are the strongest ones!"* *Uchiha Itachi* Edit: *"People Don't Cry Because Their Weak, They Cry Because They Have Been Strong For Too Long"* *-Uchiha Itachi*

That was beautiful! It made me cry! Thank you for taking your talent and doing something amazing like this with it. ❤ You're right. It's hard work, but everything is temporary (good and bad) and everything requires effort to some degree.

I was at one of the lowest points of my life when I first found this a few years ago, and then I suddenly remembered, and now coming to see this in 2023 with a new perspective.

Whenever I’m feelings depressed I look for sad animatics and it always ALWAYS brings me to this video, I comment every time hoping those chains break, that those chains shatter, but I always drag more of a burden on myself just thinking about being me ‘happy’..

I just want to thank you all so much for watching this short AND letting me know that it's impacting you! This film has had a surge in attention over the past week and I'm floored with the response, it means so much to me. But I have noticed within the past week WHO has found this, and I just want to talk to you. If you are suffering from anxiety and depression, as someone who has gone through it myself, I am so sorry you have suffered. It's a horrible, mental battle that at many points made me physically weak, emotionally unsound and mentally incapacitated. It was such a horrible time, but I've pushed passed it. I'm happy to say that depression and anxiety has no hold on me anymore! And it wasn't from drugs or situations magically getting better. I was saved through Jesus, the Prince of Peace that surpasses all understanding. I realized God never wanted me to hold the weight of the world... and it wasn't just a request, it was a demand. It was a challenge to let go of "control." The reality was that I had little control in my life other than the choices that I made. So relinquishing that idea that every situation was determined by how I responded was one of the most refreshing decisions I've ever made. If I succeeded or not, I knew that God would always love me. He would never leave me. He won't leave you. I really believe He's crying out to you. A real father would hate to see his child be tormented like this. God love you, cliche it is to say, but it's absolutely true. I was a screwed up kid before I learned more about God. No hoops to jump through, no strict guidelines to follow... He just loves me, because. And I want that for you too. No matter who you are, or where you came from, or whether you feel like you deserve healing or not. God loves you, I love you, and I pray you get your healing like I did.

01:30 Touching moments 02:22 😕 03:46 I love this 🥺

Thank You Hannah, I just found your short film, and it couldn't have been more timely. I hope You carried on making animations, because You are incredibly talented.

Who the heck are the 1,000 people that disliked this?!?

To everyone who is reading comments "You are enough" Beautiful Smart Talented Capable Brave

You are a genius, helping lot of people with this beautiful piece of art. Thank you!!!

It's powerful and beautiful, Hannah! Thank you for creating this film and being brave enough not to hide it. I appreciate this so much! God Bleess You.

Hi Hannah. I found this video and gave it to a friend who really needed it. I wanted you to know that this video you made is still saving people today

This made me tear up! I am also about to turn 18 in about a week and feel so miserable. I was very cheerful as a kid. But I was teased for being dark complexed and overweight. I had friends which slowly moved on with their own lives leaving me alone. I stopped performing in school. Past one year was so difficult but the worse part is that I was so ambitious as a kid and now that I have to finally do the things ,I just feel I have lost myself

Thank you very much, there are so many things that I went through as a child and it put quite a pressure on me, until today I feel that it is not enough for everyone. I always did my best until I was finally depressed myself and too plunged into darkness. And I need someone to be able to reach me back to the light. But in this video I realized, only myself can get me back to the light :)

Thank you for your work and your wisdome. many blessings for you!

_OH MY GOD._ *_MY HEART._*

To some random people in the world This short film tells you the power of bullying. Those comments and actions put chains on her because she remembered those comments and actions. Most of the popular girls and boys at my school(11 years) are complete idiots. They cheat in gym games, they curse at people for no apparent reason and bully others like me. Elementary had me feel like my life would be better if I was popular. 3rd grade, everyone hated me even the teachers. But I still kept a smile on my faces everyday I went to school and the popular girls groaned when they saw me smile. I have very good hearing so I could hear them. Because I forgot a report card, the teachers made me sit out during recess for the whole year. But I played in the dirt and laughed at funny memories and dreams. This video told me you just have to push through it. And even if your so depressed and feel suicidal, just push past what's bothering and smile. Show the people you don't care what they say. They tease you because they want to be just like you. You just have to be happy, even in the darkest of times. From, A girl that cares about you

thank you for making this video. I'm currently struggling with depression and anxiety. I was losing faith in god and that things would ever get better. This helped me. Keep making more videos like this.

You know when u have passed through a same every day like this 6 mins short video despite of some few little things that I every day made me think to change life, and somehow I somewhere in my mind is lost...then I realise life is not just a beautiful thing its precious in individual in every species in the world!