Green Beret Amputee shares graphic combat stories and how to overcome adversity. PTSD Awareness

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  • čas přidán 10. 09. 2021
  • Nick Lavery, America's first Special Forces amputee operator to go back into combat tells the story of the ambush that cost him his leg, what it's like to be on the brink of death, and what it took to become fully operational again.
    Nick's words inspire us to ask for help and keep moving forward towards our goals.
    Contact Nick:
    www.machinenick.com/
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    www.thehiveveteranstories.com
    Donate to help us continue to lower the veteran suicide rate.
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Komentáře • 146

  • @NickMACHINELavery
    @NickMACHINELavery Před 2 lety +263

    A pleasure working with you guys. Stay on target. LFG.

    • @Painkilla887
      @Painkilla887 Před 2 lety +4

      Your story is so impressive and inspiring. You are the definition of never quit! Keep on doing great things man! Best wishes from the Netherlands

    • @SONofLIBERTY
      @SONofLIBERTY Před 2 lety +4

      What a powerful story. I’ve seen your photo probably 100 times circling the Internet. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

    • @mel_dagator8427
      @mel_dagator8427 Před 2 lety +3

      Thank you for serving this country and protecting my freedoms Nick.

    • @jackmehoff2101
      @jackmehoff2101 Před 2 lety +3

      Thank you for your sacrifice dude.

    • @ljmorgan784
      @ljmorgan784 Před 2 lety +3

      Thank you for your service brother

  • @votp4448
    @votp4448 Před 5 měsíci +2

    This man is the true definition of a Titan! Legit warrior! Thank you for everything you have done for our country.

  • @captainobvious5993
    @captainobvious5993 Před rokem +20

    This guy is the definition of never quit never give up.. very touching story.

  • @jorgepalacios8977
    @jorgepalacios8977 Před 2 lety +44

    This made me ask a question "What's your Excuse" this guy lost a leg & still works hard. Muck respect & much motivation to live each day to the fullest. Thanks you for your service sir.

  • @ChillinWithBrody
    @ChillinWithBrody Před 2 lety +63

    The minut issues that I perceive to be problems in my life seem so insignificant now. This man lost a leg and not only went on about his life in top physical condition but also reenlisted and went back to an active war zone. I salute you sir, you're the embodiment of motivation!!

    • @NickMACHINELavery
      @NickMACHINELavery Před 2 lety +3

      🙏👊

    • @Randomyoutubecommenter
      @Randomyoutubecommenter Před 2 lety +1

      Underrated legend

    • @dracomaifoy7377
      @dracomaifoy7377 Před 2 lety

      I was about to type that you're full of shit, you can't be in the military, much less an elite unit, with a prosthetic leg. But I looked it up and I was wrong. This guy really impressed me.

  • @mariusmiller5702
    @mariusmiller5702 Před rokem +24

    I love his emphasis on the fact that healing comes from vulnerability. He openly states that the strongest thing you can do is to admit "I can't do it alone." Powerful stuff. Nothing but respect

  • @soldieramerican5964
    @soldieramerican5964 Před 2 lety +12

    NEVER QUIT.

  • @poebutcheddar
    @poebutcheddar Před rokem +14

    This guy is a MONSTA! 🇺🇸💪🏻

  • @sharonaerneckeaitchison4500

    What an impressive constitution!!

  • @stevemoore6245
    @stevemoore6245 Před rokem +3

    The MACHINE, what can you say, you made a selfless call. hero!

  • @mdawes101
    @mdawes101 Před 2 lety +7

    What would our country become, if everyone embodied more of these virtues? This is incredible. Puts things in perspective real quick. Thank you.

  • @Tblaze315
    @Tblaze315 Před 2 lety +21

    This is outstanding. A true American Hero!!!

    • @Tblaze315
      @Tblaze315 Před 2 lety +1

      Also went to your channel, great content
      czcams.com/channels/KNVniNJKTYRZpTmfyJJjtA.html

  • @BasedDynamics
    @BasedDynamics Před 11 měsíci +1

    That first shot where he is doing push-ups on the bench was art 👌🏿 oh yeah and Nick is a beast 🤙🏿🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @Komodokhan148
    @Komodokhan148 Před 2 lety +4

    This guy is an absolute monster.

  • @68arpilot75
    @68arpilot75 Před 2 lety +12

    Very intense story to listen to. I know there are so many more out there like it. I lost a family member who lost both legs in combat and survived but lost the fight back home. Thanks for sharing the message that getting help is okay.

  • @WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot290
    @WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot290 Před 2 lety +9

    Watch the Sean Ryan interview with this Beast of a man. Shit is intense!!!! Major respect for this man. Never quits

  • @rw8990
    @rw8990 Před rokem +2

    I’ve done work on the grounds of Walter Reed,was born and raised in DC,May God continue to bless and keep you,Thank You seems so inadequate for what you and other armed force members have sacrificed for me and my family.THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙏🏾

  • @johnalexiadis4661
    @johnalexiadis4661 Před 2 lety +13

    Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends
    -John 15:13

  • @senoritapacmanv94
    @senoritapacmanv94 Před rokem +1

    True hero of America ❤

  • @gtagamerman1234
    @gtagamerman1234 Před rokem +1

    This guy is the epitome of not only an American hero, but a soldier. God bless this man and his family.

  • @wesleywood6306
    @wesleywood6306 Před rokem +1

    You are a true warrior and I salute you!! God bless you brother!!

  • @ManuelSanchez-hz6ij
    @ManuelSanchez-hz6ij Před 2 lety +8

    Very proud of our soldiers!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️

  • @usedvhs
    @usedvhs Před rokem +2

    i just wanna point out and appreciate that opening shot with him stretching and reveling his amputation, Great video . Thank you for your service Nick.

  • @RYANUSNAVY-gc1bh
    @RYANUSNAVY-gc1bh Před rokem +1

    Hand Salute Brother! Thank You for Your Service & Sacrifice...

  • @TheImmoralNosferatuZodd
    @TheImmoralNosferatuZodd Před rokem +1

    This Nick reminds me of Nick, the Marine from Urban Valor.

  • @mariosanchez9652
    @mariosanchez9652 Před 2 lety +8

    I wanna be this big while serving

  • @stevenrigby13
    @stevenrigby13 Před 2 lety +4

    This was great. More of this please.

  • @ridgebhouse
    @ridgebhouse Před rokem +1

    That’s a true warrior.

  • @marcellachaves5707
    @marcellachaves5707 Před 2 lety +1

    Bless u Nick 🙏

  • @BoomerActual
    @BoomerActual Před 2 lety +10

    Powerful message here for all of us.

  • @eric1234ify
    @eric1234ify Před 2 lety +2

    Goosebumps- again.

  • @jamesvick1085
    @jamesvick1085 Před rokem

    An amazing man and inspiration!

  • @quality909
    @quality909 Před 2 lety +6

    Much Love & Respect 🇺🇸🙏🏼

  • @jackiedumke5525
    @jackiedumke5525 Před 2 lety +1

    Your gonna help so many!!! Very powerful!!

  • @joshuabailey8771
    @joshuabailey8771 Před 2 lety +1

    True inspiration

  • @Hazardx88
    @Hazardx88 Před rokem

    These guys are awesome, great channel.

  • @foff9275
    @foff9275 Před rokem

    Totally inspirational. Thank you so much for sharing with us.

  • @mosin9105
    @mosin9105 Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @annakozlowski2261
    @annakozlowski2261 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your service , handsome ❤️

  • @David-mw6lz
    @David-mw6lz Před 2 lety +4

    Amazing my friend.

  • @machstem6390
    @machstem6390 Před rokem +1

    Dude is so inspirational. Hes a absolute machine. Seems like a nice guy also.

  • @kevm7751
    @kevm7751 Před rokem +1

    Great to see that in this day and age we still have REAL MEN like this. Much respect to you.

  • @shaunloynds5317
    @shaunloynds5317 Před rokem

    What an incredibly motivational and inspirational story.

  • @bykrydr1380
    @bykrydr1380 Před 2 lety +1

    inspirational and motivational

  • @JM-fr9bc
    @JM-fr9bc Před 2 lety +4

    Nick is an inspiration and a role model. I like how he adapted and employed his intellect, awesome. I came across this video in passive. So glad I did!

  • @jasonmiller517
    @jasonmiller517 Před rokem

    Thank you for your extraordinary service and sharing your story.

  • @Mimmsyboo
    @Mimmsyboo Před rokem

    Absouletly fierce!!!!!!

  • @badger297
    @badger297 Před rokem +1

    This is the 5th video in a row I've listened to from this channel. These are easily the best combat veteran interviews I've ever come across. Pls don't ever stop letting these ppl tell their stories

  • @donnaryan7598
    @donnaryan7598 Před rokem +1

    Nick-you have served your country well. Your bravery is astounding. Thank you for your commitment to helping others. Your injury does not make a warrior. Welcome home.

  • @aaronramsey8322
    @aaronramsey8322 Před rokem

    True Hero. What an American treasure.

  • @Jason-fg9wn
    @Jason-fg9wn Před rokem

    Amen! What a powerful story, and it doesn't get more inspiring in your line of work. Very impressive.

  • @davisluong2060
    @davisluong2060 Před rokem

    I have to say your an inspiration for all those that have lost limbs that have served. Not only that, your determination and mindset rather than accepting defeat, you gave yourself a challenge.

  • @mychannel6718
    @mychannel6718 Před rokem

    Thank you for your service to protect our freedom! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @pablov.viteri9345
    @pablov.viteri9345 Před rokem

    GOD BLESS YOU.

  • @rostomcadag8244
    @rostomcadag8244 Před rokem

    Great warrior.

  • @lionittslegen2290
    @lionittslegen2290 Před rokem

    Thank you for your service sir!!
    I admire your courage & strength… WARRIOR‼️.. Much luv from the hood!!!!!

  • @ianfoster2983
    @ianfoster2983 Před rokem

    American hero. God bless you, and thank you for serving.

  • @Phildo8
    @Phildo8 Před 2 lety +2

    Absolute fkn warrior! We used to hear stories of this man! De Oppresso Liber 🤙🏻

  • @darrylwiggins3700
    @darrylwiggins3700 Před rokem

    Thanks man.dearly.for
    U
    U are.a.guardian.of.the.Galaxey
    .Thanks Brother

  • @blackbenny1
    @blackbenny1 Před rokem

    This is what sacrifice and character looks like. Praise God for your testimony

  • @jimdelarosa9776
    @jimdelarosa9776 Před rokem

    This guy is cool as blank. Much respect and appreciative for his courage. Men like this is what makes America great.

  • @michelle60134
    @michelle60134 Před rokem

    I know this probably doesn’t mean anything to him but I hope he got a medal for saving his fellow soldier he’s act was heroic 🇺🇸

  • @fartholemechanic9252
    @fartholemechanic9252 Před rokem

    This guy is buffed 💪

  • @breacodyvertz6486
    @breacodyvertz6486 Před 2 lety +3

    This is so moving.. you were with my husband Vertz when he was blown up 11/27/14. Thank you for your sacrifices, a true hero. 🇺🇸

    • @johnbrown5787
      @johnbrown5787 Před 2 lety +1

      prove it

    • @ncapone87
      @ncapone87 Před rokem +2

      ​@@johnbrown5787 who would lie about this? Get a life

  • @ronniesanders6274
    @ronniesanders6274 Před rokem +4

    I have the greatest respect for you Nick !! You make all things seems possible!!

  • @AjninHaru
    @AjninHaru Před rokem +1

    Crazy this video came up in my feed right now. I developed a painful foot injury in the last few days and was contemplating calling in sick to work. Then I remembered Nick’s story and I was like fuck that….

  • @redwhiteblue7166
    @redwhiteblue7166 Před 2 lety

    God Bless 🇺🇲

  • @chewy7192
    @chewy7192 Před 2 lety

    The badasses? As if he isn't one! That man is a badass machine! Wtf! Mass respect

  • @aj-tp2yh
    @aj-tp2yh Před 9 měsíci

    Stay Gold America

  • @pointmanactual7893
    @pointmanactual7893 Před rokem

    The realest thing he said this entire interview was about if he had to go, he would’ve been content going down next to one of his boys. Great interview.

  • @JT0007
    @JT0007 Před 2 lety +3

    Me and this dude are the same. Athleticism helped bring us from 0 to hero.

  • @alexandrudoroftei93
    @alexandrudoroftei93 Před rokem +1

  • @Doesitmatter113
    @Doesitmatter113 Před 2 lety

    I've had my collar bone broken, right foot crushed with six fractures requiring two operations, left elbow shattered requiring two operations, three cracked ribs, six bones broken in right hand, multiple toes broken and one bad second degree burn (accident prone, no combat, I fall upstairs) but with all that medical issues nothing could match having to stick your finger into your femoral artery while being in a active ambush. No words....

  • @Shadowgunner785
    @Shadowgunner785 Před rokem

    It's amazing when you can hear the Bostonian accent of this man

  • @batistagraca5342
    @batistagraca5342 Před 2 lety

    GUERREIRO!!!!

  • @Je3perscre3pers
    @Je3perscre3pers Před 2 lety

    Its funny how everyone remembers the day. June 27th 2013 for me.

  • @rl4416
    @rl4416 Před rokem

    The fact that we got men like him defending our country makes me sleep so much sounder .

    • @supakhan23
      @supakhan23 Před rokem

      invading other countries*

    • @rl4416
      @rl4416 Před rokem

      @@supakhan23 aww ... Do you live in a terrorists ran country that we "invaded" and killed the military age males in your family ?
      They shoulda tried to come here [usa] an serve in our military and made something of themselves .

  • @shapelessX
    @shapelessX Před 11 měsíci

    A "pacific moment in time"

  • @shapelessX
    @shapelessX Před 11 měsíci

    The bionic leg is actually cool as hell

  • @5castles893
    @5castles893 Před rokem

    It's crazy alot of your videos haven't gotten more views ...but I think you'll start blowing up ! Just don't stop ! Your display of talent is easy to see

  • @JimD77
    @JimD77 Před rokem

    Dude, do not regret that decision! Fk training. Do what you think is best. Either blocking to save him or going after the shooter are the two best moves. I know the army spent a ton of money to train you and they do not want that investment wasted, but we are all in charge of our own lives and have to live with ourselves. Kudos.

  • @marinachenkual3954
    @marinachenkual3954 Před rokem

    An old man declared war,and its the young men who have to suffered!

  • @scottpitner4298
    @scottpitner4298 Před 2 lety

    He’s really strong minded too

  • @thommy2815
    @thommy2815 Před 2 lety +1

    DOL brotha

  • @ndnmike8481
    @ndnmike8481 Před 2 lety +1

    Bravo Zulu sir.

  • @xorry77
    @xorry77 Před rokem

    damn when he said that then moved his leg.

  • @fabianbach2615
    @fabianbach2615 Před rokem

    Make one on Nick Lavery. US Green Beret

  • @johnrobb9408
    @johnrobb9408 Před 2 lety

    Was my anka too.

  • @dannooooooo
    @dannooooooo Před rokem +1

    god dammit. gigga chad is actually really likable

  • @Sil3nt
    @Sil3nt Před rokem

    I'm aspiring to be u.s army SF..

  • @jackkovar7806
    @jackkovar7806 Před rokem

    It's superficial, but I respect him for being so massive despite being an amputee.

  • @Its_Esoteric
    @Its_Esoteric Před rokem

    I need the sauce this guy is sippin on!

  • @TheRealDarrylStrawberry

    I wonder how many bad-guys counted this man as a confirmed kill? Hes likes Benicio in Sicario 2.

  • @thejamboy3556
    @thejamboy3556 Před rokem

    Holy shit this guys friend got murdered by a serial killer from my hometown

  • @elbuengaspar
    @elbuengaspar Před rokem

    This guy talks like the dude from bro science, for real.

  • @ryanprasad2090
    @ryanprasad2090 Před 7 měsíci

    Too many abled dudes on YT. Cool story!

  • @johnkolody9303
    @johnkolody9303 Před 2 lety +2

    It is sad that so many men and woman will sacrifice their own body parts and/or lives for illegal wars.Afganistan,Iraq etc.

  • @RobPetty622
    @RobPetty622 Před rokem +1

    "Operator" is such an over used cliche'. "Green Beret" says it all.

  • @brayanaviles6665
    @brayanaviles6665 Před 2 lety

    7777

  • @tylermyers5062
    @tylermyers5062 Před 2 lety

    Honest question. Why is he so yellow?

    • @TheHiveVeteranStories
      @TheHiveVeteranStories  Před 2 lety +1

      Tyler, we're like a 2 person show for the whole operation so still trying to figure out this whole production thing. We're getting better though!
      Thanks for watching.

    • @tylermyers5062
      @tylermyers5062 Před 2 lety

      @@TheHiveVeteranStories keep up the work! Very impressive regardless. Honestly I was just curious. I didn’t know if it was a skin issue or what ya know?