Disabled Man Moves To Thailand & It Changes His Life
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- čas přidán 4. 08. 2024
- I interview Alain from Switzerland who is disabled and lives in Bangkok, Thailand. Alain suffered a stroke over 10 years ago and for a time he thought his life was over. However Alain always loved coming to Thailand for holidays. Alain then made the brave move and moved permanently to Thailand. In this interview Alain tells us why he came here and what life is like for a disabled foreigner in Thailand.
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When I first met Alain a few weeks ago, I knew I had to put you in touch with him Pete. I felt this man’s story needed to be told, and I knew you would be the right person to do it. This was a fantastic interview. Definitely my favorite one that you have done so far. Thank you so much for sharing Alain’s story with the rest of the world. 👍
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Thx Serg, so glad you did
I can’t say better than you. Thanks Serg!
Hey Serg thanks for putting me in contact with Alain. It's been a pleasure to share his story here
Amazing Alain and I’m so happy for you to be able to enjoy your life in Thailand. Thailand is a great place to be as we are so kind and helpful. I wish you all the best and have a happy life. Thank you for sharing your story and giving some hope for the others with the same situation as yours. Well done Pete in finding him.
I met a man in Chiang Mai that was quadriplegic for seven years before coming to Thailand. He regained the ability to use his arms and legs after receiving acupuncture and traditional medicine at Mungkala clinic in Chiang Mai. It may be possible for them to help improve Alain’s condition. Good luck to him.
Inspiring! Thanks for sharing.
I wrote it down that hospital i. Chaing mai
I had 4 stroke last one aphasia.
I went to Allen’s birthday, he’s a really nice guy
he is indeed Paul
Poor man, I want give him a hug. It's great that a country like Thailand exist in this planet to make people happier. Imagine a world without Thailand
My pride in being a Thai person has been greatly increased by your comment. Appreciated it.
Info please pass to Alain. I have similar issues for which I was prescribed medications, however, conditions never improved pain increased and meds also increased. I live in a farming community in Sangkha (Surin) Hardly anyone speaks English and my Thai is minimal at best, despite my first visit here being in 1970. Recently I was registered at the local hospital for medical and prescription services. I was paying about 800Bt a month for doctor visits, blood tests etc as well as meds. Recently I stopped all meds and started taking a Thai herbal mix of 3 pills every two days. Pain is virtually gone. I can function almost independently. I am 71 yrs old though. I would like for Alain to also reach this ripeness. I like his comment about asking for help. Here in Thailand, your plea will be respected. But it never hurts to also be able to "PAY IT FORWARD". Great presentation from a real battler.
A very inspiring man. I hope he finds his peace and better health in Thailand.
Wow Pete, what an absolute ripper story.
Thailand, for me, has always been the most magical place since I first crossed the border from Malaysia into Yala province way back in January 1984.
I absolutely love that Alain has found his life here in Thailand.
And I totally recommend Thailand as a remedy, and possibly a solution, to anyone who needs something in their life.
Glad you liked it mate. Thailand is a magical place to heal the body and soul
Big hugs to Alain 🥰 Coincidentally, I had a stroke when I was 13, had to have treatment at hospital every morning before school. Luckily ok now. But listening to Alain has put everything in perspective. He's a remarkable man who gets on with life no matter what! What an inspiration he is. Hopefully, see more of him, thank you Pete and Alain 🙏
Hope you are doing well these days, Oy. Blessings to you.🙏
@@pannachawangkul585 Thank you so much 🙏 As well as can be, thank you 🙏
Hi Oy, I'm glad you liked it. Thankfully you were able to overcome a stroke at such a young age. Alain's story is super inspirational. It's a privilege to share it on the channel
@@ThairishTimes Thank you Pete 🙏 (touch wood..)
I feel that we need the part 2 interview of him. How does the life of a Western man with disabilities in Bangkok look like? Does he still work?
+1,000,000
Me too!!
He mentioned he doesn't work @ 11:20
I have a debilitating brain injury and this story was very inspiring!
Me too.
Blessings to you. Keep on fighting.
Sorry to hear that but I'm so glad that you felt inspired after watching Alain's story
@@ThairishTimes can you give some idea of the cost of living in your interviews please? Monthly rent compared to uk sterling. Medical care, food costs, bills and tax etc.
I just want to give Alain my utmost respect and admiration. He is a true ROLE MODEL. And thank you Pete for introducing him to us. 🙏🙏
Absolutely Jo and it's really great that Alain would share his story with us
This video proves none of us are immune to sudden illness or worse. Conclusion: Live every day as if it is your last and spend more quality time with those you love and care about.
well said, I couldn't agree more
Pete: Quite possibly one of your BEST interviews yet. We can all learn a lot from Alain. I felt so uplifted listening to his positivity and outlook.
Thanks Jody. This was one of my favourites. I learned so much from Alain
By far the best interview I've seen of yours yet Pete. I hope we see you have a conversation with this man again sometime. No doubt he has much more to share.
Thanks Jefe
Huge impact on your life ! As healthy people you cannot imagine the struggles!
I really admire this guy !
Hope he finds peace and purpose! Keep on trucking! 🙏
You handled this interview with great sensitivity and respect, Pete. Some people can sometimes sound unintentionally condescending, but you expertly avoided seemingly harmless words like "brave", which can be considered quite irritating to folks with physical challenges. Alain's determination is off the charts, and I do hope you keep in touch with him from time to time. He seems like a top lad. Well done mate, you're a natural at this caper!👍
Cheers Dave🇮🇪🇮🇪👍🏼
I love how he has a sense of humor still. I wish him great health moving forward. He is inspiring.
Great video Pete
Absolutely Alex, hope you're well
Bravo ! Well done! As soon as he feels happy it means he did the right choice!! I wish him the best possible life for the future! You said right: NEVER GIVE UP! (NEVER!)
Alan mate ,what a lovely bloke you are .You are in the best part of the world for people looking out for you and sincere with it 🙏❤Iv'e seen the Thai's bend over backwards helping people in Wheelchairs(which you know already ,Sorry for the person trying to rip you off ) ,and on one occasion nearly brought me to tears i'm not ashamed to say(i was in a place having a foot massage so held it back ...Just 🤦♂) .Keep strong bud and fair play to you making the likes of me feeling humbled 🙏Don't know why i'm crying because you would probably take the P**s out of me doing so 😁Best wishes to your Mum Alan ❤Thanks Pete ,your best yet 👍
Thanks Geno, it was a realy touching interview with a really nice guy
Great interview Pete. Good man Alain! Glad you’re enjoying life in Thailand 🇹🇭
Thanks Sean, it's a pleasure to share Alain's story here
Respect to Alain! Brave guy 👌💪
Hi guys, thanx 4 ur vid, I lived and worked all over Thailand between 2002-2014 as, guess what? Anyway had a serious motorbike accident in Jan 2014 which left me unable to work or much at all really. So, eventually (after visa & passport ran out) I turned myself in before I got caught, did a few nights in Bankok Hilton (IDC) with a shattered collar bone, broken ribs etc. Fined for overstay, got emergency passport, straight from jail and literally frog marched to the plane door and deported. The UK government wouldn't allow my Thai wife to join me (that's another story) but let my son who was 8 at the time join me as he had British nationality through descent. In 2020 I got Covid, then pneumonia, then had a stroke (left side affected also) then got Covid again (whist in hospital). Anyway, to the point, like Alain, I was in hosi for months, then home in a wheel chair for months I've recovered enough now to be pretty self-reliant. Would love to move back (home, Thailand) even to let my son see his mum again, (he's 17 now) but am still way to disabled to funtion independently in Thailand. More importantly Alain is obviously financially secure enough (for now) to live comfortably. I'm totally dependant on UK benefits, which would cease as soon as I left blighty (with emphasis on the 'blight') right now. Therefore returning is now just a pipe dream, I live in a flat, in a converted church in the Lake District so imagine what it's like for me in winter. So, all the best to you guys, maybe, one day, I might run (or in my case hobble) into you. By the way the stories that 'long timer Paul' are telling are pretty much true, if sometimes a little exagerated, been there, got the T shirt. Cheers again and 'chok dee'.
Very inspiring story pete..🙏🙏
I hope he's well looked after?
I'm sure we can help little bit if he needs anything 🙏
Fantastic!!!! I became visually impaired recently and I did a 3.5 months in SE Asia. It's true, people there are so helpful. I needed the help that I would not have gotten so easily from the west. I know what it's like to be depressed like he said but in Thailand I was able to live a good life. I'm coming back! Thanks for this one good Sir!
All the best to you Mike
Look forward to having you back Mike! Me too have visual problems and it gets worse and worse everyday. I am prepared for it with inner peace.
Allen’s a great guy. Great interview and inspirational
Absolutely, glad you liked it
Alan is a cool guy . I'm glad he is now living a great life in Thailand. Interesting how warm weather is good for pain symptoms. 🤔 He also reminded me that I should walk around a bit on the plane over in November.
Wow, this was truly inspiring. You've had a lot of great guests on your channel Pete but this interview was the first one that really struck me emotionally, because of Alain's spirit and determination in the face of adversity. I can't imagine how I'd handle going through the experience he's had, but he demonstrates that with a positive attitude and a strong will it is possible to overcome such extreme difficulties. I think a lot of us (myself included) who sometimes let small things get them upset could benefit from his outlook on life. Massive respect to you Alain; I'm glad to hear how you've been able to make a new life for yourself in Thailand and wish you all the best for the future.
That's exactly why I wanted Alain to tell his story here Peter. He's been through a hell of a lot more than most and he's still positive. A really inspirational guy and I'm delighted to share his story here
Hi Pete, I am watching this interview and compelled to say a prayer for him. My mother, God rest her soul, had stroke, twice, the first one took her a year to recover. Then 7 years later she had the 2nd one, the massive stroke, and she loss the use of her right side, loss her speech, and was unable to eat properly by mouth, so, she had the feeding tube to get her food. She was bedridden for nearly 3 years before she went to her mansion in the sky. My point is Alain is still young, and he still has the potential to fully recover, as long as he keeps up with the exercise, especially the affected side, so the muscles will not "die" for lack of a better word. He needs to watch his weight, and take medication regularly. My mother was 83 when she had the massive stroke, so, her ability to exercise to regain her strength was not as much as we would like, so, the outcome was not as we had hoped for, but we took good care of her until the very end. Alain must be careful with salt. Do not eat too much salty food. That was another thing that contributed to my mom's stroke. Alain must move both arms and legs every day, and have the will to fight, the will to live. He has so much to give with his knowledge and skills. I hope, Pete, that you offer help to screen everyone who comes to "take care" of Alain, that they won't hurt or harm him in anyway. There are lots of Crooks and cons there, and it breaks my heart to see some Thai people took advantage of him. There is a very good woman named May who is taking care of her disabled Danish husband, you and Alain might check it out. Her channel is Mommy May TV, maybe she would know someone who is very good and genuinely caring, who would be good and helpful to Alain. I will keep him in my prayers 🙏. Keep up the great job you are doing, Pete. Blessings to you and yours.
Thanks for this comment Panna. So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and thanks so much about the advice for Alain
OK thanks both of you A little example can greatly inspire. Yes anyones life can change in an instant - keep your blood pressure in check. Heamoragic stroke got me in 2016. Fought back from being written off - walking with a stick and AFO - trying to perfect elegance lol. Thailand one day 💫
Great video. I've been looking for videos like this. I'm a disabled veteran and want to visit and maybe retire in Thailand but no one does videos like this about disabled people. Thanks for the video
Glad you enjoyed it buddy and best of luck
Big Hug For Mr.Alain From Thai People
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It’s so inspirational to see Alain living his best life in the face of adversity. All the best Alain! Another great video, Pete!
So true. The best life. Instead of mentally confined in the disability all his life he creates his own wellness and freedom.
Allen thank you for sharing about your ordeal. Congratulations of finding a place that fit your health and hope you enjoy more things out life. I’m planning to come and visit Thailand in mid November this year. I’ve been to Thailand one time when I was in the United States Marine Corps in 1985. I fell in love with Thailand then but I haven’t been back. I am fully retired and I’m looking for a place to retire. Anyway I hope you well and Sa Wa De Cup!
Thailand has changed so much since then but you will love it. All the best
Sawasdeekrub. Hello
Such an inspiring interview 🙌
That was very touching. Thanks Pete.
Great interview!
I learned a lot too. Great message. Thanks
Great video Pete. Good luck Alain’s
Great interview with a remarkable person, Pete, one of my favorite videos thus far. Thank you for creating such great content! Cheers from the USA!
Hey thanks, I'm really glad you liked it. It was a pleasure to share Alain's story with you
Great Interview Pete and Allen
Very good interview. Good insights. Cheer always.
My father is suffering from the same disease as Mr.Alan. After my father was discharged from the hospital, he was unable to walk and speak, unable to move his limbs.
My relatives and I took turns taking care of both current medical procedures, herbal compress massage And I took him to Hua Chiew Hospital for acupuncture treatment once a week. After 5 months, my father began to do more, able to use a walker until he used a cane till walked normally.
This happened 15 years ago, now my father passed away due to old age. I want to tell you that my father received encouragement from relatives. He had friends to talk about uncomplicated matters and laugh all day long.
Thank you for sharing this
Very good , love to see a part 2 .
What a wonderful interview! I'm a retired speech language pathologist (worked with children) so I really appreciated listening to Alain's story...... When I get back to Thailand I would love to go out to lunch with him!
Great interview. Very interesting, and inspiring. Big admiration to Alain from me too. 🙏👍
Great job Pete 👍. Your skill at interviewing are spot on sir. best wishes and chok dee mak Alan.
Great interview. Great respect to Alain, wishing you the best.
Thank you Alain for sharing your story, it was a great interview.
What an inspiration!
A very moving interview and what a cool guy. My very best to you both and as always great content.☘️
Wow, what a brave and honest guy Allen is, good to him. Nice interview Pete.
amazing story 😀👍❤️thanks for share this video
Do not take your health for granted. Alain is a great guy. I was in great health on top of the world and almost dead the next day spending a month in the hospital. Luckly for me I totally recover. But cost me two million dollars. Great video Pete. Keep the video coming.
Sorry to hear that Thomas, thankfully you recovered
Best interview by far. Your channel is awesome
God knows how you manage Alan, you are a fighter for sure.wish you nothing but the very best and a long happy life buddy
What a great guy. And Pete is such good interviewer!
Absolutely loved this interview. Alain you are such an awesome guy! Thank you for sharing your story!
Wonderful interview ✌️
Yes good story, i had a stroke and live in thailand now for 5 years and feel much better here
i love his attitude. great video
Very nice interview! I really respect this guy! 😲👍🏻💯 🙏🏻 👏🏻
Very inspiring story, remaining positive is a great attribute
You are very inspiring, Alain! I wish you all the best. One of your top interviews, Pete. Thank you!
pete, your stories are getting more and more interesting.......keep it up
Allan a breath of fresh air made me feel grateful for all I have good in my life great vlog
Amazing interview Pete. Alan is a real inspiration to have a positive outlook on life....yes, truly remarkable.
Thank you for sharing and inspiring a lot of people out there. ❤
Good man Alain, doing what he wants. 👊 Congrats on 30k btw! 👏
Thanks mate
Outstanding interview. Alain is an inspiration not only for his positivity but he dependability. He has so many difficulties and he takes each challenge head on. Great interview.
I live with chronic pain & understand the feeling when it is relieved its like magic, that alone is reason to live in Thailand but add in Thai people it would be heaven on earth !
Remarkable, well done to Alain for continue living his life and Not letting depression take over. It's easy to feel sorry for yourself and drown in sorrow, however Alain choice was to live his life and it's admirable.
Pete, your interview was incredible as always. Your level of sensitivity is amazing.
Keep them coming please.
Thank you very much Ellie
A great reminder to all of us to enjoy and get on with life. 🙏
absolutely brilliant interview : two good guys with a lot of brains here! (denis, from france. SEA visitor from time to time)
Alain, is a genuine role model for people, not to give up !! Good on you mate !🙏
Love Alain, thank you for sharing. Love to hear more.
This has to be one of your best interviews you have ever done. Very inspiring. You are a great interviewer too because I noticed in your videos how good of a listener you are. It’s true. You let people talk. Some interviewers don’t allow that. They think it’s all about them. But it’s not. It’s about the person you are interviewing. I think Alain is amazing. I love his tenacity. His strong drive to do it himself. Great example for the world. Don’t give up. No matter what. I hope you will do a follow up interview with Alain. Can you please. That would be great to see. Thank you for this.
ahh pete i bloody love your interviews, such a great job. Alain! thank you for sharing your story, like pete said you really are remarkable, so happy you have found a new lease of life in Thailand. I wish the interview was much longer though :) all the best!
Thanks Andrew👍🏼👍🏼
Really an inspirational video. I too learnt a lot esspecially to be appreciative of what one has as you never know what life can throw at you. I hope my mom can see this video too. Would love to meet Alain in Thailand when I am there again.
All the best to Alain. Top bloke..
Amazing Alain and I’m so happy for you to be able to enjoy your life in Thailand. Thailand is a great place to be as we are so kind and helpful. I wish you all the best and have a happy life. Thank you for sharing your story and giving some hope for the others with the same situation as yours. Well done Pete in finding him.
Hi Pete another great vlog. Good on Alain, much respect to him and he’s a fighter, most people would’ve given up but he is showing the world that anything can be done. 👌🏼🙏🏻❤️
Thanks mate 👍
Another great interview Pete. Allen is an inspiration to all of us. He is not letting adversity dictate his life. He takes control of is life. God bless him. I do hope to meet him one day here in Bangkok. ❤️
This is the best edit you have ever posted. This message and edit is simply amazing man with courage beyond the norm .
Thanks ☺️
Nicely done, Pete.
Thanks Steve
❤❤ for both of you guys.
Top Man Alain. Live Life!
Well done Alain wish you all the best and hope you are able to get the physical rehab
Great interview Pete. I does make me think how your life can change in an instance.
Thanks Steve
Stay strong and positive Alain.
Great interview. I feel like there is quite a bit more about Alain that we would like to hear about.
Treasuring this, and so grateful for places like Thailand in the world for people to go and blossom, your interview is awesome, wishing you all the Best, Cheers!
Great interview... Thanks so much.. I also have very high blood pressure.. I went years without being medicated.
As a Thai I wish him a happy life in Thailand. It’s touching story I do respect him for overcoming his difficulties and enjoy his best life.
Alain you are an inspiration. You are living a fuller life than many. Everyone has their problems, most people just have them on the inside. Good on you mate.
good interview Peter
Well done Alan for doing it your way, and a lesson for everyone make the most of each and every day and be happy.
Wow, wow,wow. What a brilliant and heart warming story. A lesson to be learned from someone who is determined to succeed in the face of incredible adversity. Awesome interview Pete.
cheers Ian
This video was an inspiration to me. I to am handicapped since 2012 after my spinal cord injury. My goal is to get out of the United states and move to Thailand in a few years. Just need to do some research! Thanks again for the video
Best of luck Jason, i’m really glad this video inspired you mate
Nice one Alain. I have disabled family and being in Thailand myself I always thought Thailand wasnt ideal place for disabled life but your proving me wrong for sure 👍
Take care .... encouraging for you.