How to Surrender, and Win | Kyle Krieger | TEDxUNC
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2016
- Kyle Krieger shares his raw, haunting story of addiction, struggles with sexuality, and growing up in his sister's shadow. Krieger, now a successful hairstylist, uses his online influence to discuss addiction, health and fitness, and being comfortable in your own skin.
Kyle Krieger, a Virginia native now living in New York City, is a successful hairstylist, as well as an Instagram and CZcams influence with a massive online following. He has over 400,000 followers on Instagram alone. A former addict, Krieger uses his online influence to spread positivity and inspiration.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
This was such an honest and raw talk, absolutely breathtaking.
Your last name "Krieger" is german for warrior and after hearing your story I feel like it fits very well.
+Klara Bee you're making me cry even more now.
Because only a mindless warrior can do stupid things such as taking drugs?
*****
lol, how about no?
***** I would accept that offer tbh.
just accept that everyone is allowed to have different opinions.
I have no idea how Ali could sit there through this, I would be a mess if that was my brother up there. Both Kyle and Ali are so damn strong for making it through all they went through and having a healthy relationship to show for it.
Gah I'm such an emotional mess. This puts it all in perspective, my problems aren't as bad as the next persons. Thanks Kyle, you're a beautiful soul ❤️
Have been waiting for this for awhile now. Kyle you did an amazing job of telling you story. I know sometimes you feel like you are living in the shadows of your sister but your really not you are just as important to us as she is. So proud of you and will spread the video to others.
you absolutely killed it kyle. this is so phenomenally honest and important, and im so proud.
My eyes are full of tears, my heart full of compassion. Thank you for telling your story. You've got a new subbie here.
As someone who is in recovery this really really hit home. Awesome job. Thank you. I felt, for a moment, once again, that I am not alone.
This made me cry. So much raw emotion, overlaying your absolute strength and determination. Incredible, thank you Kyle x
Courageous, loving, and sincere. Thank you.
Thank you for being so honest and real. Love and respect to you for sharing something so personal.
I've never seen a more powerful video. I can't wait to watch more of your videos. Thank you for sharing your story Kyle. You touched me and I have grown.
LOVE this!! Thank you for sharing Kyle. I've been "following" you for years and never knew this.
Kyle, I'm so glad I found your channel. I've been watching your videos non-stop for a week, and you are one of the most charismatic, loving CZcamsrs I know. Keep being awesome!
I just stumbled upon this. I've been following you on social media for a while, but never knew your story. Thank you for your transparency, Kyle. Be well and take care.
You just made me cry, and I feel like I can relate to your story in some ways.
Thats so brave, so honest and so inspiring.. Thank you so much for sharing such a personal story and giving hope to people that find life hard to handle with your very positive channel and especially sharing this story.
I have so much respect for you.
I know that feeling of emptiness, and that feeling of belonging when one first finds recovery. I know how it is hearing your own story come out of everyone else's mouths. Thank you for helping me reconnect to those feelings. I"m sitting here sobbing.
He is the most effective and powerful speaker I've seen in a very long time. I sit with tears running down my face; as my own struggle with addiction seems totally hopeless because of my chronic illness. A beautiful story; and wholly inspiring.
Love you Kyle. You're such a sweet and loving guy, so happy for all you've accomplished!
Just watched Kyle's experience of his first Burning Man then found this. Thank you for being so open and making these. Vulnerability is not an easy thing but in sharing you have helped me understand, find compassion and know that change is possible. You have made this world a little better. Thank you.
This was just heartbreaking, and inspiring. Thank you Kyle.
You're so brave for being vulnerable in order to share your story to help others. My brother struggles with addiction and this has helped me understand him in a way I haven't been able to before. Thank you for your sincere and beautiful words. You're a special soul with a light that will continue to impact many
Very raw & real. Thanks for sharing Kyle!
(love your style and your hair! 🔥)
Kyle, you are such an amazing person. You have helped me through some of my hardest times and you make me smile everyday! I love you!
How I wish the addicts in my family could have held themselves accountable the way Kyle did. Gotten help the way Kyle did. I've been like the kid he almost killed, with my life in the hands of an addict who had no regard for my safety, and I wouldn't care for two seconds what they put me through if I knew they were committed to being sober like Kyle. Their sobriety would be the greatest gift. In some way, hearing Kyle's story heals some of that lingering hurt for me. It soothes me to know that there are people who can and do make that commitment. Thank you, Kyle.
Listened to this again. Thank you for you, Kyle. You’ve helped me again today. ❤️
This only makes me admire Kyle more. Absolutely an amazing man!
Your story is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. I cried like a baby. I'm glad you're doing so much better
Dude is amazing, the bravery and balls, i will never ever look at someone and judge again. Thank you young man, you are a brave soul.
This is a beautiful story. I really appreciate you for uploading this.
How incredibly inspiring. Thank you so much for your bravery and vulnerability @kylekriegerhair! We love you!
wow, that was moving, running the gambit, from sad to tears to hope! I have followed Kyle on CZcams and fell in love with his bright, wonderful, sweet messages of joy and laughter. This video showed me another side, which quite frankly makes me love and respect him even more. Everyone has a story. Few are as dynamic, and brave as Kyle, to take his pain and use it to help so many. God bless you Kyle!
I love this man. You can tell he wears his heart on his sleeve and isn't afraid to be vulnerable.
It's so interesting learning about people like this with so much courage and passion.
Incredible. This story is a story I share. The emotion you brought to life was unforgettable. Thank you for sharing your story. Sobriety truly is a gift. I would love nothing more than an hour conversation with you Kyle. So inspiriing.
Oh, my...well, I'm new to watching you Kyle. I think I've found you at the right time. Thank you for sharing. I am happy for you, and enjoy what you have shared. I hope it will give me the power I need to "wake up", and get help. Thank you.
I knew you had a problem with addiction from your videos but I didn't know how scary it was for you till I saw this video. You left me in tears. I admire your courage and confidence. Keep it up, @ kylekriegerhair
What an amazing and honest talk Kyle. Thank you for sharing.
I'm in tears. Such an inspiring talk Kyle. Really need to take some your experience through into my own life. Thank you so much for sharing.
Truly raw and inspirational. I used to see Kyle in NYC but we never spoke. I can see I missed out. He's truly gifted.
Fantastic talk, very honest, brave and inspirational. You've a great energy Kyle.
Kyle, thank you so very much for your devastatingly real and raw story, for sharing your pain, your past, and your salvation. Your words touched me in an incredible fashion. Having recently been through a bad breakup from my bf, losing a good friend who passed away, and life getting too much, it is a blessing that I can come across your TED talk, and your realness, and your message of hope and recovery. I thank you. So very much.
@kylekriegerhair you inspire me everyday with your story! I've gone and am going through the same thing right now. Some days are amazing and some are just dark and I tend to go back to what makes me "happy". It's a daily struggle but when I see someone like you and how far you've come it just reminds me that I'm not alone and can push through. So I just thank you for sharing your story cause you don't know how much you've helped me and you may never know but I do.
Kyle this is so true and so raw and so very real. Thank you for your honesty and for your amazing heart and for the way you continue to grow. Keep going Kyle, keep helping and loving yourself and others ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦
This is too real.... This hit home... I have to come back to this another time... thank you
Hi Kyle:
Your speech embraced so many various themes, I can't even name them all. What a gentle and sincere soul you are and how wonderful it was to see you connect with an audience that was captivated and possibly even related on so many levels. you are a force to be reckoned with and I am humbled that you would think of the global community to share your life story!
I've been waiting forever to see this, and Kyle you did not disappoint. What a wonderful talk, I'm so happy at how far you've come.
thank you Kyle, thank you for your vulnerability, honesty and emotion, it touched me that u found the strength and courage to keep going and very proud of you that you continue to help and nurture those who seek a second chance. Much love and blessings, stay strong
Amazing talk. Thank you for your honesty. Best story telling I have seen in a while.
I’m in awe, wow, what a blessing you are. You moved me. Love and light
Absolutely NO WORDS KYLE! NONE!!! This was amazing!!!!! SUPER PROUD OF YOU! I've always loved your videos but this was so real and so moving! You did a phenomenal job!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is beautiful. I can relate to elements of this having been 3 months sober. Was very emotional watching this
This was so touching, thank you Kylie for sharing. It was beautiful and inspiring
That was powerful. Thank you for sharing Kyle.
Kyle is such an amazing human being. He is honest, he is raw, he uses his experience to uplift and connect with others. I am amazed at his strength and how he sets a public example for what it means to work through all of the sh*t that life has thrown your way, without bitterness, but with meaning. I am such a fan of his. He is an inspiration. Thank you for this, Kyle!
@kylekriegerhair THIS was powerful!
How amazing is it that your weakest moments just gave people strength and power.
I am overwhelmed by your story, your are a true inspiration, I have so many questions right now!!! Absolutely heartwarming and honest, thanks so much for sharing your journey X X
Simply can't stop crying. Thanks for that. You are amazing.
Thanks Kyle for sharing your story. The talk was brilliant and I was very touched.
It's so brave of you and so admirable. I feel every word you said and they brought tears in my eyes. Great speech
I've been waiting for this for forever! So much respect for kyle
So powerful! Thank you for sharing
so inspirational, emotional and deep...thanks kyle for sharing your story
Powerful. Honest. Strong. +KyleKrieger, thank you for putting your heart and soul out there so others can heal. You're an inspiration! Love you!
Thank you so much for this! I have followed Ali for years and she led me to you. Your honesty and bravery is refreshing.
That was really hertfelt and inspirational.
Thank you for sharing !
Thank you, Kyle, thank you. I needed to hear your message today. Now.
Profound and very moving, thank you Kyle, you are an inspiration!
Such an inspiring talk. Kyle you are such a wonderful speaker and so honest!
This was so beautiful. Thank you Kyle for sharing your story.
wow he is so strong for telling this so honestly. so glad he's sober now
Absolutely lovely. Here's a guy who's willing to be honest and vulnerable, to be of service and who wears his sobriety with grace, style and humble gratitude. Just beautiful. Thank you, Kyle K.!
Kyle! This was so moving, emotional and inspiring. Thank you for sharing! Ax
This was powerful, and you are a great storyteller! I love you, and you are a beautiful soul. .
Tried not to cry but near the end I couldn't help it. This was amazing Kyle.
An amazing talk, so emotional. Incredible insight, Love you Kyle Krieger xxx
Absolutely inspiring. Brought tears to my eyes.
Thank you so much for your open heart..it is helping me right now, as I' now shed similar tears
This was beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
You're a blessing and an inspiration to so many. Thanks for sharing, bb✌🏼️
Powerful and inspiring. Thank you Kyle.
You are an amazing and strong man ! Thanks for being an inspiration.
Tour speech was so very humble and honest. So very proud of you and I don't know you. But good on you for sharing your story.
Kyle Krieger is my hero, and honestly the biggest inspiration in my life. Strange how strongly a voice on the Internet can change our lives.
@KyleKrieger You are an amazing person! Your great attitude and personality is so contagious!
This is awesome. Your honesty is so refreshing. Well done.
Thank you for putting this out there Kyle
Thanks so much for sharing your story Kyle!!
SO proud of you for sharing this story, Kyle. Beautifully spoken.
Absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing. You are beautiful from within.
Absolutely incredible, so inspirational 💗💗
Outstanding. Excellent.
Thank you for sharing.
OMG this made me cry. He is such an inspiration.
OMG!! I’m so happy to be on this journey with you. I never met you but I know you. Thanks for sharing your story. Powerful!!!!!
God bless you! I so appreciate your courage and transparency! So powerful! You are truly changing lives!
I can relate to this so much. You did a phenomenal job. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Walk your life through, not over it, not under it.
This brought tears to my eyes...
Amazing story, Kyle - thank you for sharing. We love you!!!
This was just so inspiring Kyle. I don't have the alcohol problem, but I can relate to so many of the other issues that you mentioned. Thank you so much. I does wonders for me to realize that I am not alone. Hugs. Greg