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
    @neuskirachyr Před 4 lety +15588

    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
      @llordmakisigsantiago7098 Před 4 lety +168

      Neuski Rachyr noo that’s dragon abuse

    • @200alyk
      @200alyk Před 4 lety +205

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

    • @timmycakes001
      @timmycakes001 Před 4 lety +27

      shawi I know how you feel. Same boat.

    • @marriedkiwi
      @marriedkiwi Před 4 lety +8

      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
      @bradleyp4275 Před 4 lety +28

      Brendan. Greally doctors aren’t saying that

  • @caliv0608
    @caliv0608 Před 4 lety +6189

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

    • @johnmac91
      @johnmac91 Před 4 lety +161

      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
      @Namedjames22 Před 4 lety +5

      5:28

    • @seriall1337
      @seriall1337 Před 4 lety +7

      Yep. That's true confidence right there.

    • @omniscientomnipresent5500
      @omniscientomnipresent5500 Před 4 lety +10

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

    • @selenaperez6657
      @selenaperez6657 Před 4 lety +30

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

  • @micahwoodard
    @micahwoodard Před 2 lety +2100

    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
      @926paaja Před 2 lety +31

      Powerful paradigm! And true.

    • @kimt8082
      @kimt8082 Před 2 lety +28

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

    • @helentjoanda6245
      @helentjoanda6245 Před 2 lety +7

      Damn true..

    • @fahmeeda406akhter7
      @fahmeeda406akhter7 Před 2 lety +6

      Very true

    • @itsiwhatitsi
      @itsiwhatitsi Před 2 lety +4

      Very nice comment! I really like it

  • @iamsomeone8266
    @iamsomeone8266 Před rokem +58

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

  • @shruthiskumar72
    @shruthiskumar72 Před 3 lety +4766

    Those who called her monster are the actual monsters.

    • @shreyagupta765
      @shreyagupta765 Před 3 lety +27

      Yeah

    • @shreyagupta765
      @shreyagupta765 Před 3 lety +80

      The world is full of monsters

    • @sonalisingh2258
      @sonalisingh2258 Před 3 lety +27

      Yes you are right they are monster

    • @sherrytrenner9452
      @sherrytrenner9452 Před 3 lety +27

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

    • @denisemerlet832
      @denisemerlet832 Před 3 lety +50

      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.

  • @Aussie17
    @Aussie17 Před 4 lety +3407

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

  • @madagonia7083
    @madagonia7083 Před 2 lety +472

    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!

  • @staceisstup1d
    @staceisstup1d Před rokem +35

    her voice is so calming

  • @rachelzheng7165
    @rachelzheng7165 Před 4 lety +7805

    she has such a pretty voice

    • @grass7864
      @grass7864 Před 4 lety +229

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

    • @grass7864
      @grass7864 Před 4 lety +76

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

    • @A_Random_Shroob
      @A_Random_Shroob Před 4 lety +54

      I wish my voice would be like hers :(

    • @d3adlyfantasy504
      @d3adlyfantasy504 Před 4 lety +27

      she sounds like Eugenia Cooney.. coincidence ?

    • @nguyenngan7410
      @nguyenngan7410 Před 4 lety +16

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

  • @yudi8204
    @yudi8204 Před 3 lety +2579

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

    • @cupcakee22
      @cupcakee22 Před 3 lety +67

      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
      @bushka087 Před 3 lety +6

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

    • @jiyaparekh8670
      @jiyaparekh8670 Před 3 lety +15

      @@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
      @lyndaihechimerenwaimo7395 Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely true.

    • @xSchranzax
      @xSchranzax Před 3 lety +2

      That‘s it.

  • @gagana1085
    @gagana1085 Před 10 měsíci +51

    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

  • @king2hamsters
    @king2hamsters Před 7 měsíci +8

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

  • @mackenzieyates3540
    @mackenzieyates3540 Před 4 lety +6726

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

  • @idkwhatimdoing8929
    @idkwhatimdoing8929 Před 4 lety +2455

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

    • @mystelwinters1942
      @mystelwinters1942 Před 4 lety +125

      She has the most beautiful, positive, radiating soul!

    • @riti184
      @riti184 Před 4 lety +16

      IdkWhatImDoing who said that??

    • @fraserfernandes8766
      @fraserfernandes8766 Před 3 lety +43

      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
      @crimson8673 Před 3 lety +15

      Ronnie Alvarez smh

    • @larry1816
      @larry1816 Před 3 lety +33

      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

  • @mysteryhorses1628
    @mysteryhorses1628 Před rokem +64

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

  • @Kayuki666
    @Kayuki666 Před rokem +8

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

  • @alessiadesanctis3614
    @alessiadesanctis3614 Před 2 lety +2033

    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.

  • @WithStyleForever
    @WithStyleForever Před 7 lety +1911

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

  • @brunogrivera9180
    @brunogrivera9180 Před rokem +30

    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

  • @ginh1709
    @ginh1709 Před 11 měsíci +42

    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. 🙏🏼 ❤

  • @marlanaferro1481
    @marlanaferro1481 Před 3 lety +808

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

    • @libertysoulfreedom
      @libertysoulfreedom Před 3 lety +6

      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
      @marlanaferro1481 Před 3 lety +3

      @@libertysoulfreedom Thank you ❤

    • @r5ndom527
      @r5ndom527 Před 3 lety +5

      Amen!

    • @m_k_6471
      @m_k_6471 Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely correct 👍

    • @vahiniyeleswarapu6776
      @vahiniyeleswarapu6776 Před 3 lety +3

      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!!

  • @proserpine8857
    @proserpine8857 Před 3 lety +666

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

  • @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_
    @S-t-y-l-i-s-h_ Před 3 měsíci +3

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

  • @toelaulopez6339
    @toelaulopez6339 Před rokem +11

    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 🙏🏾🙏🏾🌟🌟♥️

  • @myheartwillstopinjoy8142
    @myheartwillstopinjoy8142 Před 3 lety +755

    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
      @misterxyz5958 Před 3 lety +4

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

    • @laurieberry4814
      @laurieberry4814 Před 3 lety +30

      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
      @misterxyz5958 Před 3 lety +2

      @@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
      @loltadynicneni913 Před 3 lety +23

      @@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
      @YanaSvara Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @commess1
    @commess1 Před 3 lety +839

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

    • @Ankitor06
      @Ankitor06 Před 3 lety

      parents are always better than best

  • @hilakummins3104
    @hilakummins3104 Před rokem +12

    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!

  • @hitono.azhimo269
    @hitono.azhimo269 Před 3 lety +1012

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

  • @kp-rh2mo
    @kp-rh2mo Před 7 lety +1546

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

    • @jariyajames91
      @jariyajames91 Před 6 lety +6

      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
      @fernandoberlanga1539 Před 6 lety +4

      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
      @Eggo2341 Před 5 lety

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

    • @mpregfics
      @mpregfics Před 5 lety +2

      Her being successful is karma enough

    • @mildpanic36
      @mildpanic36 Před 5 lety

      @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

  • @arafathossain6237
    @arafathossain6237 Před 10 měsíci +4

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

  • @denisedaly2307
    @denisedaly2307 Před 2 lety +18

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

  • @Paola-jf2qf
    @Paola-jf2qf Před 3 lety +841

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

  • @ailinh911
    @ailinh911 Před 3 lety +1795

    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
      @jamestollefsen6862 Před 3 lety +19

      spot on ailin thank you

    • @yudi8204
      @yudi8204 Před 3 lety +20

      You absolutely right

    • @esma9948
      @esma9948 Před 3 lety +14

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

    • @TheMilkyWayGalaxy--he-they-it
      @TheMilkyWayGalaxy--he-they-it Před 3 lety +14

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

    • @esma9948
      @esma9948 Před 3 lety +29

      @@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.

  • @MadiRoss91
    @MadiRoss91 Před 2 lety +18

    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.

  • @sunset6220
    @sunset6220 Před 2 lety +4

    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!

  • @venice8488
    @venice8488 Před 3 lety +442

    her voice is so pretty

    • @ellyvandentweel3469
      @ellyvandentweel3469 Před 3 lety +8

      That's what I thought to

    • @dude2410
      @dude2410 Před 3 lety +8

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

    • @sausagejockey4298
      @sausagejockey4298 Před 3 lety +9

      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
      @Heller103085 Před 3 lety +3

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

    • @aproudbbdkbsbestie267
      @aproudbbdkbsbestie267 Před 3 lety +1

      EXACTLY

  • @louisepolley9707
    @louisepolley9707 Před 4 lety +1919

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

    • @emesehety
      @emesehety Před 4 lety +49

      The fact that everyone is different make it worse🤔

    • @Dany-nt6dn
      @Dany-nt6dn Před 4 lety +52

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

    • @ieatpancreas2005
      @ieatpancreas2005 Před 4 lety +10

      Everyone is different tho

    • @bluebell_06
      @bluebell_06 Před 4 lety +1

      @@ieatpancreas2005 ???

    • @ieatpancreas2005
      @ieatpancreas2005 Před 4 lety +1

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

  • @rossmartenak5517
    @rossmartenak5517 Před rokem +15

    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!!

  • @sunshine0829
    @sunshine0829 Před 4 měsíci +4

    Honestly she’s so extremely strong

  • @venyayerredla9281
    @venyayerredla9281 Před 3 lety +798

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

    • @babyblue28
      @babyblue28 Před 3 lety +23

      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
      @sanjeewajayawardana6148 Před 3 lety +1

      hi

    • @ilmarodrigues3139
      @ilmarodrigues3139 Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @kloic9334
      @kloic9334 Před 3 lety +2

      Pretty look ?

    • @ALBbratan
      @ALBbratan Před 3 lety +6

      Stop the cap

  • @DiogoF.
    @DiogoF. Před 8 lety +7830

    I love her soul. She is so lovely.

    • @MiyahSundermeyer
      @MiyahSundermeyer Před 8 lety +34

      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
      @infxkingspaladin5756 Před 7 lety +1

      she looks like a fucking twig

    • @schmidtcarter3425
      @schmidtcarter3425 Před 7 lety +88

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

    • @schmidtcarter3425
      @schmidtcarter3425 Před 7 lety +22

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

    • @penelope1370
      @penelope1370 Před 7 lety +11

      thats what you see, omg

  • @melissamartin8266
    @melissamartin8266 Před rokem +12

    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.

  • @naimvelasquez6079
    @naimvelasquez6079 Před 2 lety +3

    My last name is Velasquez, as you can see. If I hadn't searched "Velasquez" out of curiosity on CZcams 7 years ago, if I hadn't clicked on this video, I wouldn't be here. All my life, I've felt like I didn't belong in my own skin, I've cried to my mom asking why I was born since I was 6 because people couldn't and can't stop asking why I was "always sick or half-dead". I'm just a girl, but because of my dark circles, my bone structure and my skin, I have been called names by everyone including close friends, family, everyone. I have tried so much to improve my outer appearance that I started purposefully tangling my hair and not sleeping when I was 10. I would've harmed myself, I would've destroyed myself from the inside if it wasn't for that video. Lizzie's words, work and heart touched me in a place so deep that everytime I rewatch that video I cry, not because I'm sad, but because I'm so, so grateful to share a name with her, because I share feelings with her and, somewhat, I share stories with her. We might not be what society expects of us, I might be "that one girl" for the people passing me in the street. But we have strength. She is one of the strongest people I've seen, a warrior, one of the strongest people I wish I could meet, and the strongest person to grant me strength to push through my own hardship. Thank you Lizzie, I wish you as much happiness as you've given me, even if you don't know

    • @artawesome30
      @artawesome30 Před 18 dny

      This was incredibly sweet. Thank you for sharing.

  • @irisreteach5915
    @irisreteach5915 Před 3 lety +787

    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 ❤

  • @cigxhang486
    @cigxhang486 Před 3 lety +629

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

    • @kat649
      @kat649 Před 3 lety +4

      She unique

    • @atomkriegreinigungs7737
      @atomkriegreinigungs7737 Před 3 lety +8

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

    • @kaiserchief9319
      @kaiserchief9319 Před 3 lety

      Hope do you feel about anyone wearing a mask?

    • @veronicafolks3869
      @veronicafolks3869 Před 3 lety

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      @Yzzlthtz Před 3 lety

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  • @AdaiaFlores-sh3fp
    @AdaiaFlores-sh3fp Před 11 měsíci +6

    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.

  • @shubhangislife
    @shubhangislife Před 2 lety +6

    She is so charismatic man !!! Idk how people end up calling her the ugliest in the world

  • @ruaimaahasan6049
    @ruaimaahasan6049 Před 5 lety +2759

    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
      @adeshpoz1167 Před 5 lety +7

      Indeed!

    • @user-fy4ud2zn1p
      @user-fy4ud2zn1p Před 5 lety

      @@yian1787
      .9ㅎ

    • @lilydiaz9767
      @lilydiaz9767 Před 5 lety

      Ruaimaa Hasan I agree

    • @user-gc1qh2zq3e
      @user-gc1qh2zq3e Před 4 lety

      그대삶을 응원합니다.

    • @carterblunt4192
      @carterblunt4192 Před 4 lety +1

      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?

  • @cursedmika
    @cursedmika Před 8 lety +380

    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
      @bgregwatson Před 8 lety +35

      +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
      @kngpin41 Před 8 lety +5

      +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
      @witchplease9695 Před 8 lety +6

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

    • @marcoarteaga6897
      @marcoarteaga6897 Před 8 lety +3

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

    • @cmap1503
      @cmap1503 Před 8 lety +2

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

  • @ThatZenLife420
    @ThatZenLife420 Před rokem +20

    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. ❤️

  • @johnemert3761
    @johnemert3761 Před 7 měsíci +3

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

  • @bellateschner
    @bellateschner Před 5 lety +1273

    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
      @nihadnina4812 Před 5 lety +4

      The ACE Army so true 😢

    • @maggieschumann7806
      @maggieschumann7806 Před 5 lety +2

      so true

    • @johns8065
      @johns8065 Před 5 lety +4

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

    • @lazysince8735
      @lazysince8735 Před 5 lety +14

      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
      @ashsparkle4283 Před 5 lety +3

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

  • @annabananna789
    @annabananna789 Před 6 lety +740

    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
      @bluebubble229 Před 6 lety +13

      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
      @rickmcintosh5787 Před 6 lety +8

      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
      @mawdarana7319 Před 6 lety

      Ann Legaspi your wrong

  • @juliearcand2358
    @juliearcand2358 Před rokem +8

    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!!! ❣❣❣❣

  • @jamesfinley1819
    @jamesfinley1819 Před rokem +39

    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.

  • @ip3931
    @ip3931 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I've rarely been able to say I have a role model...but Lizzie is DEFINITELY and always will be a role model to me...thanks to people like here...I'm still here...I haven't given up...

  • @SoyAibuBenabe
    @SoyAibuBenabe Před 7 lety +55

    She just kicked the butt of every one of those assholes who bullied her. Her soul is beautiful.

  • @meryllvillaruel3704
    @meryllvillaruel3704 Před 3 lety +632

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

  • @AdoreandExplore
    @AdoreandExplore Před 2 měsíci +1

    She is so wholesome and sounds like she can stand the test of time. What an incredible woman ❤

  • @doantrang.12
    @doantrang.12 Před 2 lety +1

    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

  • @permanentweightlossover50a44

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

    • @animefanatic5080
      @animefanatic5080 Před 3 lety +16

      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
      @mariamarinucci2251 Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely true!

    • @animefanatic5080
      @animefanatic5080 Před 3 lety

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

    • @kirtihoney3822
      @kirtihoney3822 Před 3 lety

      Only lucky ppl get

    • @chiaracorrado8172
      @chiaracorrado8172 Před 3 lety

      @@animefanatic5080 good luck and stay strong!

  • @atomkriegreinigungs7737
    @atomkriegreinigungs7737 Před 3 lety +615

    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
      @skydelan Před 3 lety +7

      My therapist even can’t talk like that

    • @youdroppedsomething4334
      @youdroppedsomething4334 Před 3 lety +8

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

    • @omotosoolatunde9139
      @omotosoolatunde9139 Před 3 lety +3

      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
      @maarakailet1 Před 3 lety +2

      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
      @ellie2565 Před 3 lety +1

      Ikr her hair is just 👌✨✨

  • @billgoodwin8742
    @billgoodwin8742 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Lizzie has more inner strength than any 10 people put together. She is amazing!

  • @CFlifestyleFoundation
    @CFlifestyleFoundation Před rokem +20

    This level of positive mindset is what is needed across the world. This can help many teenagers and young adults who are in the stages of developing their sense of self and personhood. Excellent talk by Lizzie Velasquez! Please do more!

  • @redrobin3667
    @redrobin3667 Před 4 lety +975

    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
      @pimpattrapiwat6721 Před 3 lety +9

      I really like and support in your opinion.

    • @sofijasofija2867
      @sofijasofija2867 Před 3 lety +69

      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
      @sueryan8320 Před 3 lety +6

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

    • @muhsina9923
      @muhsina9923 Před 3 lety

      Really its is big true.

    • @oqhixlism4969
      @oqhixlism4969 Před 3 lety +4

      @@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!

  • @oniinekosan
    @oniinekosan Před 3 lety +450

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

    • @katlyntran4545
      @katlyntran4545 Před 3 lety +7

      Same because I find this girl being great at comedy

    • @SATANFUCKSMYSOUL
      @SATANFUCKSMYSOUL Před 3 lety +6

      Yes she has a big heart ❤

    • @07.quanghuy49
      @07.quanghuy49 Před 3 lety +7

      same, she’s too kind for this cruel world

    • @Ray-gu5kp
      @Ray-gu5kp Před 3 lety +1

      Give me a brake. Would you take her to Walmart

    • @uwu-ed5ho
      @uwu-ed5ho Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @avarose316
    @avarose316 Před rokem +1

    Inner beauty is the most radiant beauty of all ..

  • @togetherisbetterlc
    @togetherisbetterlc Před 2 lety +4

    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!

  • @Lawleet
    @Lawleet Před 3 lety +683

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

    • @m.m9439
      @m.m9439 Před 3 lety +11

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

    • @ChildofYAH
      @ChildofYAH Před 2 lety +1

      Earth isn't a globe

    • @tarfarian
      @tarfarian Před 2 lety +1

      @@ChildofYAH And you aren't smart

    • @Lawleet
      @Lawleet Před 2 lety

      @@ChildofYAH what deos the word globally means?

  • @user-vi5ps4cb1g
    @user-vi5ps4cb1g Před 5 lety +1354

    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
      @ddubfan Před 5 lety +26

      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
      @sophiececile9946 Před 5 lety +23

      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
      @shyguy2656 Před 5 lety +11

      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
      @Eggo2341 Před 5 lety +1

      God made this happen.

    • @kunalsharma2116
      @kunalsharma2116 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @marcmaschal2897
    @marcmaschal2897 Před 10 měsíci +2

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

  • @lisa63853
    @lisa63853 Před 11 měsíci +2

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

  • @Kazilikaya
    @Kazilikaya Před 7 lety +309

    *THIS* is what strength looks like

    • @samanthan153
      @samanthan153 Před 7 lety

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

    • @eclecticminn2265
      @eclecticminn2265 Před 7 lety

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

    • @paytonguidry9364
      @paytonguidry9364 Před 7 lety +2

      that is true on so many levels

  • @arianagrandefanpage_dw4991
    @arianagrandefanpage_dw4991 Před 7 lety +2831

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

  • @melindamullins9272
    @melindamullins9272 Před 11 měsíci +3

    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.

  • @hopperweiter7235
    @hopperweiter7235 Před 5 měsíci +2

    A big hug and kiss for you, brilliant being.

  • @GardenMinistry.
    @GardenMinistry. Před 3 lety +1480

    Doctors: you'll never walk, live, or think.
    Lizzie: hold my college degree ☺️

  • @scortina11
    @scortina11 Před 7 lety +316

    This is what a beautiful human being is.

  • @nehaahmed4422
    @nehaahmed4422 Před 2 lety

    rn my tiny mind cant comprehend the beautiful human being i see in front of me. lizzie u have the most wonderful soul and u have moved me sm

  • @luc15Apple
    @luc15Apple Před 2 lety

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

  • @DeutschmitMarija
    @DeutschmitMarija Před 3 lety +3302

    Such a lovely soul ❤️

    • @josevillanueva9705
      @josevillanueva9705 Před 3 lety +25

      Better a lovely soul than lovely body

    • @zahraabdiaziz685
      @zahraabdiaziz685 Před 3 lety +9

      💖💖💖💖

    • @wiohwilliam2863
      @wiohwilliam2863 Před 3 lety +3

      @@josevillanueva9705 ?

    • @MsAchampion
      @MsAchampion Před 3 lety +24

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

    • @Jesus.SaVeS77
      @Jesus.SaVeS77 Před 3 lety +5

      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. 😍😘

  • @hannahxu
    @hannahxu Před 6 lety +6812

    the video calling her the 'ugliest woman alive' recieved 4 million views. let's get this ted talk to 5 million :)

  • @anggrainiihzarizkita3421

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

  • @MC-pg2ko
    @MC-pg2ko Před 10 měsíci +21

    Lizzie Velasquez is an inspiration. I see nothing but the beauty of her soul. A credit to the parents who committed themselves to love her unconditionally and instil in their daughter a strong sense of identity and the determination to make the most of life and succeed.

    • @Kebir-xv4xb
      @Kebir-xv4xb Před 7 měsíci

      في الجزائر يعرضوها و يسمعولها هادي في السابع المستحيلات تحيا أوروبا

  • @vaishnavi5070
    @vaishnavi5070 Před 6 lety +566

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

  • @aliexsimth4980
    @aliexsimth4980 Před 6 lety +4290

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

  • @pascalekhourysabri2070
    @pascalekhourysabri2070 Před rokem +1

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

  • @omnium_gatherum
    @omnium_gatherum Před 2 lety +12

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

  • @ananimity7332
    @ananimity7332 Před 7 lety +2725

    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.

  • @ARSHXVN
    @ARSHXVN Před 7 lety +1473

    *STRENGTH* in human form

    • @ryannegrete4785
      @ryannegrete4785 Před 6 lety

      Well, let's not get ahead of ourselves. If she's so strong can she she lift a 30 pound dumbbell? No😂😂😂

    • @ikPatriciaclips
      @ikPatriciaclips Před 6 lety +21

      There's big difference in mental and physical strength.

    • @veerasahni4741
      @veerasahni4741 Před 6 lety

      wegydrhb

    • @friedeggs1576
      @friedeggs1576 Před 6 lety

      Arshan Sudhir 1000th like :D

    • @jessicahamilton109
      @jessicahamilton109 Před 6 lety +3

      Ryan Negrete That really wasn't funny. Btw, nice profile pic. Air Force, huh? My grandfathers are shaking their heads right now at this. I think they would say, "She is strong in ways that matter most.
      Fly high, or stay grounded."

  • @OMAR-vq3yb
    @OMAR-vq3yb Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @pauldaniel6208
    @pauldaniel6208 Před 2 lety

    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.

  • @Desekratedd
    @Desekratedd Před 5 lety +1020

    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
      @yeppiy2k Před 5 lety +7

      Rob Soltysiak Same. She's só brave!

    • @matthewv3556
      @matthewv3556 Před 5 lety +54

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

    • @HuePhanthihue
      @HuePhanthihue Před 5 lety +5

      she is great

    • @jannamebaotocuaruneterra6211
      @jannamebaotocuaruneterra6211 Před 5 lety +7

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

    • @Vapor817
      @Vapor817 Před 5 lety +1

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

  • @MrCharlesdick
    @MrCharlesdick Před 4 lety +750

    Lizzie, you emotional strength is really admirable.

  • @denisemarshall2432
    @denisemarshall2432 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @carliebeau5329
    @carliebeau5329 Před 2 lety +1

    She so gentle. And darling. A beautiful lady.

  • @jessicahung6162
    @jessicahung6162 Před 7 lety +1190

    Okay the whole time I couldn't pay attention bc I was just watching and thinking 'WOW HER HAIR IS GORGEOUS'

  • @rosalee7333
    @rosalee7333 Před 3 lety +467

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

  • @fionad4724
    @fionad4724 Před 2 lety

    she is so beautiful and positive. ive never seen someone with so much spunk and confidence.

  • @studiosheeko
    @studiosheeko Před 2 lety +1

    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.