I felt relieved for him when he died. His injury was so horrific that even the most positive mind set couldn't have survived weeks of bed rest, numerous bladder infections, never being alone, having no feeling in his body or ability to move anything. It makes me feel claustrophobic and terrified just thinking about it. An active young man forced to watch people do all the things he can never do again, even breathing on his own. He was immensely brave and dealt with cards he had amazingly well but I'm glad he had a swift way out of what amounts to a living hell. If there's a heaven he will surely be up there doing all the things we couldn't do on earth.

All the people saying that the girlfriend was awful for leaving really need to get a grip on reality. They weren’t married and they were both young party kids. He would likely have done the same. I’m sure it didn’t feel good for either one at the time but she was right to leave. She realized early that she couldn’t handle the stress and responsibility of a severely disabled partner and was honest.

His mother is amazing. She is a true saint. That’s what an ideal mother is.

Awww...he would have been really glad had Alexa existed before he passed. What a strong young man he is ! RIP

Stuart took it in good grace. He is a very inspiring fella with his outlook and the way he dealt with everything. RIP. Lovely family also

I commend both of them for being honest to each other . I want to also say what an amazing attitude on Stewart’s part .

Until we have walked in Rachael's shoes, we should not judge her.

3:05 I applaud this woman for being so honest and admitting she could not stay with Stuart and for him to be so wise and understanding. She apparently did not love him enough and that's ok too.

Jesus I'm so fortunate

You are a beautiful man! I do admire you...Thank you

Such an incredible man. Watching your doc has helped me look at my life differently, thank you for that .

When the doc had just begun, and I saw the extent of his injury, I said to myself, "he'll be lucky to live 10 years like this". Sadly he didn't make it even 2.

This story touched me. To the family of Stuart, i am so very sorry for your loss. I believe he is playing rugby in heaven. RIP: you are still loved and touched the lives of so many.❤

I think you are very brave as well as brilliant, Stuart.

He was a very brave young man. My heart goes out to all of his family. A terrible, tragic accident.

I'm sorry you went through that break up but, I know exactly how you feel. At least your girlfriend didn't go behind your back like mine did. When she left she took a big part with me... the dog. I miss that lil dude...

Despite his difficulties with participating in life directly, he's well equipped to witness life passing him by.

Stuart died on August 7, 2009 after a serious chest infection. God rest his soul❤🙏

He might be disabled, but boy!, he is an absolutely inspiring person! What a great man!

he's my inspiration My life also changed due to an accident in the past when I was in college but now I feel better thanks to this video RIP Stuart love you❤️

Personally for me I rather be dead than to live this way. I do not blame his girlfriend for leaving, she has her whole life ahead of her, I think it was noble for him to agree.

I think most commenters focus too much on girlfriend and not on Stuart. The video was his story never hers. As member of an injury and illness support group most of member had same thing happen as did Stuart. They all told us almost the same sentence. My wife or girlfriend could not handle me being hurt i guess i gotta find somebody now. Many were married and had chidren. Stuarts girlfriend was young and they had no children and i am sure all those women did think at one time they were in love. It broke my heart to always hear it happen to someone but we can not judge just support or friend.That is all anyone can do is listen so they know you care.

A really great documentary.

Ironic in that today I received an email encouraging me to take up rugby. I think not.

If his girlfriend truly loved him whatever age she was it shouldn't matter xx I lost my beloved husband to cancer three years ago he was only 47 and was always and always be the love of my life a true amazing man xxxx

You are all quick to judge his ex but try to walk in her shoes, it's easier said than done

I think his gf and him made an extremely mature decision given their situation and ages. I cant imagine...

Brave and determined with a wonderful support system. ❤🙏

What a lovely young man he was beautiful soul it’s very sad. Rip Stuart

Wow I’m supposed to be asleep hours ago And just as I was almost settled down to fall asleep I happened upon your story. Now I’m binge watching up till now. My brain is awake. What a lovely looking man you are and your attitude overall with all the changes of life that knocked you off your feet. Keep rolling hopefully when this initial series is don’t o can find you else what’re on social media to keep up with your full life.

I would never leave my husband if it happened to him. Oh gosh poor guy

I would never leave someone I loved .... I would take care of them and stick by their side...

It's very sad

God bless him and i wish this brave man all the best.

Stuart shouldn't be surprise about the woman leaving him. 99 % of partners will only stand by your side when you are 100 % well. You're healthy & well then you are needed, you're in an accident, then you are alone. Take Jesus by your side if you want someone who will never leave you...

WHat a fucking legend this bloke is.

Boy, it’s hard for me to imagine a very petite man or woman doing the job of caregiver. That’s a hard physical job. He’s lucky he’s got such a strong dude to care for him.

You girlfriend would never love you more than you mum.

Wow, they said at the start he's more vulnerable to chest infections, eery because he died of a chest infection just a few months later.

eye gaze is one of the systems I use

I’ve had a tough time watching this documentary. There are no rules for this sort of thing as regards how it changes many lives. A lot of people mean well at the beginning, but you can see over time, everyone involved changes, some for good some for bad. Stuart’s is one of the worst. The 24 hour care, with his life on the brink at all times. It’s mind blowing the affect on those most close to him. The parents, the family and friends. Humans are not super human. Their minds and bodies wear out in time, especially when pushed to these extremes of care giving. So, no one can judge at any level. No one should have a negative comment about anyone. This is not normal, it’s tragic. Not just Stuart but anyone whose lives are altered to such a degree. My son had a motorcycle accident almost 10 years ago. It has been life altering for us and not a day goes by that it is always in front of you. He is 32 now. His most severe injuries were internal. He can’t have children among other things, but he looks like nothing happened on the outside. But, he now feels socially awkward so here we are, a 32 year old young man, never had a real girl friend still at home. He’s a 1000 times better off than Stuart, but to him, his mind frame is not as good as Stuart’s. Bottom line, being disabled and denied the normal life you are usually born with is a real crapper. So treasure every day of your lives and be careful.

I know it was very hard for her, as well but thats so sad how just because he lost his ability to take care of himself she leaves. :(

So sad R.I.P Angel

It's sad she was ashamed of what happened to him. It was an accident and that is cruel to just leave do to a life changing experience

His mom is amazing

Dear Stuart! Just watching your videos now... God is with you Stuart... Talk with him. There is a scripture, "Taste and see that the Lord is good!! ". He is good. You have been independent in the past, and you hopefully can figure out a way to be independent. Your family loves you dearly, ... Yes, it is a good thing that you have care givers!! Will think of and pray for you. Aloha, mililani 🤗

Not surprised the girlfriend had to leave... That happens in the majority of cases.

He reminds me of Christopher Reeves.

He should watch the movie: The Bone Collector with Denzel Washington who has a similar injury. It might be inspiring for Stuart.

Best parents ever.

Imagine these was almost a decade ago. With all the new technology by American companies like Apple and Amazon and international ones like Samsung this guy can control everything in his house via a voice app.. you can turn your shower on. The dryer on. You can voice Ameca to order you a pizza or even call the ambulance if you need one.. all this new technology I take for granted is what can make someone else's life much easier in other aspects..

Even if I wouldn't marry him, I would be by his side.

Always so amazing to see people you can relate too!💪

What a remarkable young man God bless you

*posh accent* Oh My Gosh like... I am meeting all this new people and I don’t want them to know that... you know, like my boyfriend has had a terrible accident and is paralysed... I find myself hiding it so, it is better to break up.

It is not that he will recover or he will be able to live life again he will be bed ridden for all his days not too many people can deal with that diagnosis give your head a shake think about it seriously

I can’t believe he said that he’d rather be paralyzed than never to have played that sport! 🤔

He was exactly describing Alexa or Siri and a mesh wifi network in his home. But was Alexa not around in 2008? He died 2 or 3 years after his accident??

He can drink alcohol after this injury?

I take it his family was VERY wealthy.

Autonomicdysreflexia. I had a lover shot 4 times that was a quad. The legs are responsible for controlling BP. It requires constant attention because it can be fatal. I have to say I was a bit disappointed with the GF ducking out. If you love someone you don't just dash at the time they need you most. Terrible.

Life after a Spinal Cord Injury (about a young australian) on YT.....same thing with his fiancé....

Checkout Randy Haims, be free, be happy…

I can do anything to my Beloved. WHETHER cripple or NOT

It’s 10 yrs. later, is he still alive? Mothers are children’s gift from G-d😇

Definitely an ego buster 😩

I was thinking,,, exercising without control.... There some robot walk, experiment in USA But less challenging, mashine, in fitness, were legs bike, It's beside good generel Heart, lung, problems As, they say, nerve grown years after We, i have plenty from m, my head gets better And trade, is on algorithms, to make them. Test,

Why does the woman always leave the man, but not the other way if the woman got injured?!?!?! 2:40 She made it sound like it was his decision. What a repulsive girlfriend.

What's if, having hot water massage, ... Or being,,,, in waterbed,

Why did she hide the news? To parahrase her.."OMG im 21 and im lumbered with this...im skedaddling". Not being critical of her as its understandable

Fucking typical. aooo uhhh im 21 soooo ... yeah i have to leave him. she stayed just to make it look like she cares. and yeah she could care but she cared for herself more.. nice one .. at least he could see what kind of girl he had. and to the haters no i have never been in similar situation but fuck off. thats not the girl i would want to spent the rest of my life with . period

what pissed me off about that was that if it was the other way around she would expected him to stay. hope she stays healthy if thats what she basic love off of

really 3 thumbs down......Karma will come for you

A man would be gone in a fucking flash. She I don't want to hear it.

one has to wonder if his "girlfriend' actually liked him before the incident. if i loved someone i would never leave their side, no matter the consequence. How selfish.

Why did she leave him pathetic sorry she should have been there for him

where is Lorna?

OH Lord Jesus touch your child and be heal in the name of Jesus Christ,,,Amen

The GF pisses me off... At least he did not make the mistake of marrying her.... At least Chris Reeve and his wife stayed together to the bitter end...

why dont you go be with him if you're so kind?

When i willl meet the love of my life i willl be there for him no matter what happen in the future

I had a boyfriend, whom brother feelt down with paragliding Then I was, thinking,... Hi, what importent. For all, care, So I went to intensive. In stand by, until he woke, fighting back, And, we moved to rehabilitation, then I was.. Low 8n energy And my boyfriend z had. To puul, I then left to recover,.. He married, a nurse, no wonder, he charming, intelligent, funny So, what I think now, love to his brother, is love to him, famely Thst, was a..... Gift of love,... That's how we are,... Peacemakers

i beg God you van move your torso and arms...He can heal you.

OMG This guy things so much of himself hes advertizing for another girk friend...OMG.