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- Robb Scott made a spontaneous reaction video after overhearing a father explain to his son his idea of Down Syndrome. The response immediately became viral and has now reached over 200 million people and has been translated into multiple languages.
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Don't be hard on yourself Robb. You didn't fail your son. You just lost an opportunity to explain what Down Syndrome really is to another kid. That's it. No big deal. You are a great father and a great man. All the best from an Italian father who admires you.
Cesare Fracca Thank you, Cesare.
If every dad was more like you the world would be a better place!
I'm a father of two boys. Just can't hold my tears while I'm watching ur video. You are a great father, and your son is definitely a lucky boy. Sorry I'm not very familiar with down syndrome. There might be a lot of things that your son can not do, like being a doctor or a lawyer. But one thing for sure, with a father like you, your son will be one of the happiest boys ever. Thanks for sharing this video, very good lesson for every father. bless u .
+Sean G (If u can) thank you so much for the kind message, Sean.
You have reached so many more people by posting this video. Thank you.
Your son is the happiest child on earth because he has such a great DADDY!!!!
You and your son are blessed. Beautiful video, thanks ❤️
You didn't fail your son, this video will explain things to so many. Great job on the video and thank you for sharing what was a difficult moment in your life with all of us.
Hey, as a dad of a child with Ds I just want to say thank you,
You put into words something I haven't been able too and truer words are never spoken.
You've got to remember without teaching people to see the world differently it will never change.
I hope the person who you didn't react to sees this and learns something what he can teach to another
peter
You are a great father Robb, God has planned something for you and your family. Stay safe friend ❤️❤️
People with downs have the most incredible capacity for love, kindness and happiness. Thank you for sharing your message. Your son is very beautiful, and you are absolutely right... he is a blessing.
A friend of the family had a daughter with downs, and I had some friends that worked with them for special olympics. I guess I only ever saw the kindness and happiness. It makes complete sense though that they would run the full spectrum of emotions just like anyone else. That was just my experience.
Thank you for being transparent. Having two adult children and grandchild one the autism spectrum I can relate....and they have taught me so much.....they have different things to teach....I love it.
What an inspiring video! Thank you so much for posting this
thank you!
All i can say is don't be too hard on yourself.
You made me cry , beautiful words and pure love for your boy
After some searching I found your channel so I could deliver this message to you because I wanted you to know you just made a difference in my life. I want to say thank you so much! I feel bad my original emotion isn't behind this message because I had to track you down but hopefully it reaches you. People don't ask the right questions and they come to conclusions because of bad information. I was severely abused as a child and it caused me to have numerous "disabilities". All anyone could see was what was wrong with me. They didn't take the time to love what was right with me. I've only had one person ever express to me that they see what's right with me. I really want to say thank you for reminding me to stop looking at my disabilities as a problem and find the gift in it because it is there and I believe that. You remind me that there are good people out there who can choose to see things for what they are vs. what they aren't. God bless you and your son!! Much love Robb!
Amanda Gale that was powerful and beautiful to read. You just gave me something back as well. Thank you, Amanda!!
Great message about Down Syndrome. It's hard to find the right words, right at the right moment. Having this message in a video format to pass forward in social media channels will reach far and wide. Thanks for posting.
Great father. Honor you.
Turner is very lucky to have you as his father and you're obviously blessed and lucky to have Turner as as son, both of you can teach the rest of us a lot.
This video has just crossed my Facebook and I felt the need to let you know I don't think you failed your son. People can learn a thing or two from your video! It is inspiring that people can be so heartfelt. I grew up with a girl like your son and when everyone else put her to the wayside I was at her house daily playing having fun and being a friend. I commend you for your video. You should be very proud!
you are not fail. you are really great father. your sons are proud of you. you have beautiful and kind heart.
Appreciate your comment. Thank you!
Thank you so much for making this video. I have a sister that is mentally and physically handicapped and also has epilepsy. When I tell people this the most common reaction is 'Oh that is so sad' or 'That must be really hard for you'. I always get so pissed of and sad at the same time when someone says this to me. She is the most beautiful person in the word and she is the only one who can give me true happiness. I look up to her in so many ways, she might be like a child and will never be able to count to ten and understand certain things in the world, but I honestly think that I don't know anyone who is as happy as she is. Her laugh and hugs are so sincere and I she learns me so much.
I can see in your eyes that you have so much love for your son and that is the most important thing!
What a beautiful man you are. How lucky your son is to have a dad like you. Failure is not a word to describe what happened. Everything happens for a reason and this video is the reason. Such a raw and beautiful message. I salute you as a man and father.
Thank you! I am a special ed. teacher in Germany and when I chose this path some of my friends didn´t understand. They said, that I shout do something great with my life. I tried to explain how much richer the people I work with make my life, but some didn´t understand. Why I´m telling you this: One of this friends that didn´t understand, send my your video with a simple note attached "I understand, now!" You might haven´t help the man in the store to understand, what we have the honor to experience, but you have done exactly that for some one in Germany. Thank you!
jo lo Thank you for your touching message.
as a mother of a kid with down syndrome I can't possibly thank you enough. thank you thank you thank you. this world needs more dads like you. I am actually kind of glad you missed that particular moment so you needed to pursue that urge to get things straight. here. from now on you and your message will reach out to many many more people than just that father and son. world wide. over times. thank you :)
Hi, thank you so much for this video. It is all so true that your son is the teacher. We spent our life's trying to be and learn what someone else tells us. If we would spent that same amount of time on learning who we are, the world would be like heaven. Your son does everything out of himself, giving you a hug just because right at that moment he feels he loves you. You are a lucky father.
Your son is an angel and so are all others with down syndrome.. its their innocence and heavenly smiles which keep this world alive that people without down syndrome have been screwing since long.. your son has an amazing dad masha'Allah.. stay great Robb! God bless you and family.
Ali Ayaz Syed God bless you and your family as well. Thank you.
Hi Robb your video randomly came up on my Facebook for some reason and I wanted to say how much I sympathise and relate to it. It brought me to tears as in the past I too have been in the situation you have and the feeling of failure you feel in that moment is unbearable. My daughter is 6 and is just amazing! She has taught me so much and brought so much love and happiness to our household.
I've watched some of the videos of you and your son and he is a credit to you. The way the two of you interact is truly beautiful to watch and I genuinely wish you and your family all the happiness in the world.
From one proud father to another I thank you for making this video.
James
GOD BLESS you. You did not fail your son. That gentleman failed his son. He DIDNOT explain to his son what Down syndrome is. It is not an illness. Hopefully in the future someone will explain to this young man what Down syndrome is. It's a blessing. They are children I love with all my heart and soul because of their way of loving and showing love.
What a great dad! My eyes are ,,,,,Thank you so much.
Thank you Scott you are still speaking four years later for families with love ones with Down Syndrome . My son(Isaac) is all that and more. I learn everyday from him. His love is real and unconditional. Everything you said was so on point!.....You have made it right!!!!!!!!!!!!
You did not fail! Imagine everyone else in a situation like this, you get overwhelmed from your feelings about that person, you could never act like you really wanted to. You can't change everyone's "unknowledge" (to say it kind of nice) , but you did a good step with 25 K likes on your video that was shared on Facebook.
having a constructive conversation in that moment is not that easy I guess.
But It seems like you are an awesome dad and you have a wonderful Kid. That's all that matters !
Sharing time with a Down Child was the prettiest and sweetest experience in my life... That kid showed me the beauty of small details and life... You got all my support, Down Syndrome isn't a problem it's a life experience.... Greetings from Colombia
Robb Scott you may regret missing the opportunity to teach one adult but by your heartfelt words you've reached alnost 95,000 people and counting....your lad is blessed to have you and you in turn are blessed to have him.
I loved how you worded it I have a sister that has Down Syndrome and she is the best thing that ever happened to my family
Your son is so lucky to have a beautiful soul that can call dad!!
I'm so touched by your video
Hello, you're so amazing dad! Your message heard in different parts of the world, I wish your son and the whole family endless happiness. Russia hears you, our hearts with you!
I can't hold my tears, I am a mom of two boys. I feel your pain. You are THE BEST FATHER, HERO AND INSPIRATION. Keep shinning!
You are a greatly loving, caring and understanding father. May you and your beautiful family be blessed with all the good things in life. Your sons are blessed with a great loving father.
Many thanks for your words. And yes, we are teachers and students at the same time. I think you are a great dad!
Thanks for sharing. Today, I learn more about our world, because of you. In Mexico, we say that "Always, things happend for a reason". You keeped your words in the store, because that words was for us. Best regards & blessing.
I would love for this msg to get to this wonderful father who recorded this video. I carry the "negative " factor in my blood because I am A-. When I was pregnant for the first time they told me the risks my unborn child could have if I don't get the vaccine during my pregnancy...one of the highest risk was Down syndrome. Of course I opted to get the vaccine because I was exposing my baby to many other risks, BUT I always say, if God blesses me with a child with Down Syndrome, I will love him/her because to me they are the most beautiful people I've ever met, so kind, loving, fun, in general just BEAUTIFUL ❤️. I love this video, and no, you did not let your son down...the other parent let his kid down by giving a very wrong answer.
What a healed, sane mind you have to see everything as love. People (including myself) spend many years searching for ways to change the reality, to fix it. I am arriving at place to think that only thing that need to be fixed is my perception of the things around. Sending you much love
Rob - thanks for you video. We recently adopted a son with Down Syndrome. I have not had a situation like you describe, but I hope I have the courage to step in.
God bless you and your son., Thanks for posting, everyone should watch and learn.
Thank you!!!
Robb i just wanna say after watching ur video i cried my eyes out. you r absolutely right with everything u said. everything u said about Down Syndrome is so damn true! it was meant for you to say nothing to that man cause instead u were meant to share ur words n teach many. ur son is absolutely beautiful. He is a living angel cause i believe that people who r born with a disease or down syndrome etc. are really stronger n on a higher level than everyone else. they r gifts from God n r here to teach us!!! u are such a wonderful father. ur son is so lucky to have you n You him!!! God Bless you, ur son n family!!!
Thanks Robb, good words. I am also a parent of a child with down syndrome and I felt the same thing once.
Thank you !
your son is a hero and you are a hero...it's hard to educate sometimes. As a parent you know that these kids are stronger than 99% of the kids out there. But I find that DS individuals educate more people on their own...
Hi Scott. I’m from Colombia and I had a son with Down syndrome. He has 1 month old. It's a pride to hear you talk about your son that way. I saw all your videos and Turner is a lovely child. please tell me how you and your wife have been able to move turner forward; If I had the opportunity to live in the United States I would like my son to be like turner. And have the oportunities that Turner had and what he may not have in Colombia. You are an example family for all families that have childrens with Down. God bless you for ever!! Regards,
one of the inspirational vid i have ever watched. Definetely shall be showing it to my daughter
KatzSandra Thank you.
Hi Robb, I'm writing from the Daily Mail - we were all incredibly moved by your powerful video and wondered whether we could feature it on our Facebook page? I know the online site ran an article about it at the time but our team wanted to make sure we had your explicit permission to use the video. Our best wishes, and thanks again for your bravery and eloquence, David
Hi David. I'm sorry if I didn't get back to you about this. I can't recall. Feel free to use this video on your page. I would appreciate credit for the video.
Thank you.
Sir I absolutely love you, I wish I had a father like you. Brooooo my dad left me at 13, I don’t know anything like I get emotional searching for a place to tell you that I absolutely love you. I am a aspiring author, I published a book, it failed lol….seeing that you sketch, hearing you on sbsk. You are awesome, I love watching turner. I hope I can become a billionaire to change the world, I have some of the disabilities on sbsk and….after seeing your angels, after seeing you, I just might
Beautiful and inspirational life lesson... Your son can be proud of you.
Thanks for explainning the entire world. Your son will be proud.
I have to say Thank you so much for those words. Not everyone has the courage to say what you said, in such an emotional way. I'me sure that now, not just one, but a lot of generations have seen your video and responses wont be the same. :) Thank you very very much for sharing :,) - Regards from Argentina!
Very touched by your speach, don't feel bad about it and don't apologise you haven't done anything wrong.
Give Turner a great big hug and one from me too.
You're a fantastic dad!
My son is moderately developmentally delayed (due to PVL) and I SO agree with you on all of this. Broke my heart to hear you say that you felt you failed your son. Sir, you did not... please think of it as that moment... was a stepping stone to then lead you to create this video, that is now touching millions of people! (I bet that father/son sees this video too.) Remember God has a reason for everything... and this video was meant to happen.
I just returned to rewatch this video after seeing it all those years ago when it was first posted. It had quite an effect on me at the time. My daughter (who has DS) was only 3 then - she's 11 now. Some other parents and I went on to start a charity (called Wouldn't Change a Thing) in the UK who have worked to try and eliminate negative outdated perceptions of people with DS. What you managed to articulate here (in the moment!) was profound. I am just reflecting now at the irony - had that moment in the video store not happened (which you considered at the time to be a failure) then this video would not have happened. This message would not have reached the people that it has, nor created the ripple effects like my own. It's not a failure - it's a triumph.
That's amazing. I see that now in hindsight as well. Thank you for your beautiful message Jamie. And the what you've done for forward life for our kids!
Thanks so much for sharing your story. It has reached Northern Ireland. Your son is lucky to have a lovely dad x
Think now how many parents may be asked similar questions by their children, and how many of them will remember your words.
you HAVE NOT failed your son. you have empowered him, and many others as blessed as he is. There are times when all of us wish we had said something in a particular moment, but in reality, that moment may not have gone the way you imagined. To have corrected that guy in front of his sons may have embarrassed him and lead to more misinformation. you didn't do that. instead you demonstrated the true goodness of social media and instead used that emotion to educate a far greater number of people. You are doing the right thing, and you're a lucky guy to have a son who makes you the man you are.
We have a grandson with DS and we would agree with you that it is one of the best things that have happened to us, and really do not see him as being disabled in the least. You did not fail your son and are an inspiration. Thanks for sharing your experience with the world.
Thank You! You are - Great Dad!!!
this touched my heart deeply, you are not only defending you son and down syndrome. but all of us with any kind of disabilities in life. I have ADHD and have a struggle when it comes to live in a world with people, who has no understanding of the beauty in difference. I believe that we are all here to learn and teach each other, that everyone is good at something. so when i see you here, speaking up like this. it lightens my heart, it gives me hope for that one day, people open there eyes and see how every single one of us, is as important as the one standing next to us. thank you!
hey man, i have a sister with down sindrom and all you said is true, they only have love on his souls and a smile to share with everyone, i really enjoyed your video, i send you my best wishes for all your family. greetings from México!
You clearly love and cherish your son, this is clear from your emotions that shines through on this video. In NO way have you failed your son. I was brought up knowing that everyone is an equal. Down syndrome is not an illness, it is not a disability, it does not define who you are. Who you are is defined by your personality and how you want the world to see you. I myself have never had the honour of meeting someone with downs syndrome, but if I did I would see them as nothing more than the person they let the world know them as. Anyone who see's others as less than equal as themsevles are the ones with an illness. They are the ones with the ignorance to think they are better than anyone else. I applaud you for getting you word out there, and educating others. It's people like you that the world needs, to show people not to be scared of what they don't understand.
i've just seen this vídeo on Facebook and had to search you on CZcams. my message for you it's just a Thank you! for me down síndrome people are closest to good because they feel and act in such an inocente way all their lifes. this is what i teach my 2 children. we are all equal but they have the hability to be better by their actions. sorry for all the people who can not see the truth. sorry for my English. Stay strong.
aw, sweetie . you are a blessing to the world
Thank you for sharing this video with us. Now I know why you have two wonderful sons who are kind, loving and fun. You, your wife and your boys are an inspiration for all of us.
You are a great man. Instead of just being hard on yourself for what happened, you took action and did something about it and made this video. Thank you!
You're a great father, and your son will be proud of you!
As I was a job coach this kids. Downs syndrome persons were my favorite. But public i found is ignorant to see what these kids can do. I always said yes they can do the job but they may do it in a different way. They will the ones to show up to work and doinf there job..after employing they are still working and customers love them. As a coach I always saw the willingness to work, to smile and love. I so love your video..people need to learn and we can educate. That's what it's about. I bet ur son is a happy young man with a proud father.. be proud dad
Sherrone Boudreau So true.
Dude this video should reach millions of views!
I only now see this video and I think you are a fantastic father. Your son may be very proud of you as you are on him. I will share this video with the people around me. Lots of love. Antoinette
What an amazing father you are to your son!
Thank you Robb. Powerful message and i agree 100%.
Please, i mean PLEASE be proud of yourself. You are an amazing father.
I love this dear father!
Thank you so much for that enlighten speak on perception. It's important to remember that we all bring something different to the table.
Thank you from Denmark.
Rob, don't be to hard on yourself. I'm a dad too and we make mistakes. You did the right thing to post this video and reached so much more people than telling this other guy what down syndrome is. I'm really touched. Your son can be proud of you and you, too. Thanks for sharing your emotions with the whole world! Best from Germany
This was so moving. Thank you for posting this and inspiring me today.
Thank you for teaching us to see things in different perspectives. You are very inspiring, your attitude to life and humanity is very inspiring.
my older sister has down syndrome and she is mistreated all the time! it is NOT an illness! she has an extra chromosome that makes her that little bit extra awesome! thank you Robb for speaking out
thank you!
Thank you. I got the utter most of respect of fathers like you! I am lost for words now... Respect!
Ralf Zomer Thank you Rolf.
It's so refreshing to see a parent who loves their children. I have to say, my sister in law has Down's.. I used to stay with her two days a week and now I'm living with my in laws for the time being and get to see her everyday. And let me tell you.. Shelby is 23 years old and she is the happiest person I've ever met in my whole life. She sees the world in a different way than anyone else I know. I'm not great with my words, but I felt the need to comment.. Down's Syndrome is a blessing and not a curse. And by golly, Shelby is so smart!.. she can quote every Disney movie out there from beginning to end.. I don't know anyone else who's memery is that good!.. she has an amazing mind.
Hi Robb, thank you for sharing your thoughts. I completely agree. So many perceptions are categorized as disabilities and it makes no sense. We're all just different with our own strengths right?
Have a great day Robb. Big hugs to Turner!
Your courage has spread the understanding of truth.
It sounds to me that Turner has a GREAT dad... Please don't beat yourself up over this as the most important thing is he has you and you have him. Showing that love is the most important thin mate! Greetings from London, England and as we say here... Keep your chin up 😀👍👏🏻
Robb, you might have felt like you didn't do right by your son in the moment, but look how beautifully you do right by him in this video. Down Syndrome is pure love, and I wish more people knew that. You have fulfilled that wish by sharing this video. You're pa great Daddy, and it seems you and your son are very lucky to have each other. Keep letting the love you both have shine in this sometimes dark world. I hope your journey with each other is a long, and love filled one.
Thanks for sharing this story Robb, it is never too late to speak up. Not everyone can convey their true intent in the moment and sometimes that comes at the expense of the message. In all honesty you will probably reach more people who need to hear this the way this has played out.
Rock Johnson Thanks my friend!
Dear, Robb. I am from Republic of Moldova (it's a small country between Romanian and Ukraine ). It does not matter what country we come from, what status we have, age and religion,only the love and goodness of the soul are at the forefront! It is ashamed for the man who had the stupidity to try to offend your child. Now the people are so stressed and unhappy that almost of them trying to reverse their upsetting to others ,without reason. Forgive them, Robb; they're actually upset, lacking love and peace of mind!Do not blame yourself for not reacting immediately. Regretfully, sometimes, we really do not know how to fight human stupidity and wickedness, but you must continue be strong (for you, for him, for other people who knows what is it-syndrome Down). Enjoy your happiness to have a such child (God knows what HE is doing), be happy close your boy. Both of you are so amazing! Thanks for sharing this video, very good lesson for everyone! P.S:My family pray for you! Good luck!
Thanks Rob. That was uplifting
A beautiful perspective Robb, thanks for sharing… it sounds like Downs has been a wonderful gift for your family :)
This video moved me to tears❤
Thank you for this
I somehow came across this and clicked to watch. Thank you for this because after watching this I asked myself well what is down syndrome and how do I or what would I have said if any of my kids asked me what down syndrome or why does he or she seem different. like you said there are teachers and learners and this was a learning moment for me. Thankyou for this beautiful video.
Good for you. As you arent the parents of parents. God has plan worry about your place in this world. restraint is a gift of responsiblilty. Bless you for loving your son.
you are an amazing guy,my sis has downs and this was hard to watch due to you saying how you faild your son. that isnt the case. not at all. you are an amazing father and human being.
God gives special children to special people, you are the most loving, tender hearted man I have come across in a while. You portray what all Christians should manifest, the character and nature of Jesus Christ, God bless you sir. You are living daily the spirit that permeates Heaven, for God is Love. You failed non one.
Thank you for sharing this I'm sure it has teached and inspired many of us!
Hey dude, saw this on Facebook and figure I would come say good job on being a better man for your son.