Former Child Soldier Confronts His Tormentor | Look Me In The Eye | Only Human 

Damn… I’m crying… it’s sad but also amazing to see him living life

i grew up with a guy he was freeman the 8th

@@ThePyroTecNick freemasonry is evil bro they worship demons and satan, don't you know the royal secret of sodomy and transyugothic magic

"doctor freeman"

Because he's black? and Morgan Freeman is black. It's what i would have to do. But im white so i have to name mine Adolf :(

tf

@@AidenKimRagtime whats wrong with what he said?

@@AidenKimRagtime Shut up.

@@satisfactiongamer7385 The frick did I say

​@@AidenKimRagtimeare you slow?😢

Very true , his eyes were dead as if his emotions is buried inside a place where no one could touch 😮

It is possible that he told truth when he mentioned he struggled with the memories when he slept , the other man ,too. God opened his eyes and heart , that was shut for probably so long in self protection to do what he did. I can't put myself in his shoes. Alone in Africa so young ,he saw that group of soldiers as only way and the victim who tried to escape 15 times , got tortured .. he probably would be too . I suspect it's so terrible, most of us can't put ourselves in their shoes and brain reaction. Worst would have been if no regret . I hope they can heal 🙏

@@lapis3834 100% he genuinely wanted forgiveness. He’s just seen a lot, and that’ll affect folks differently but they’re all gonna get some form of PTSD. They were all victims, some just victims of victims. Some folks can just seem emotionless, dead on the inside and some very may well be to an extent. They can still burn on the inside tho. That being said, Ayuk is still in tact. He’s the embodiment of what it’s like to be human. He wears his emotions on his sleeves, he obviously loves his boy with not just all his heart but it’s well within the marrow of his bones. No one would’ve blamed him had he not forgiven this man. But he did it anyways. I think universally no man that has a heart wants to see a woman or child cry, maybe it’s an evolutionary response…I haven’t a clue. But the man that hurt Aiyuk was visibly uncomfortable when Aiyuk starting crying and that’s genuinely what it’s like, anxiety/a want to fix. So when I saw him wipe Aiyuk’s tears and begged. That’s a man that needed relief, to be forgiven and couldn’t handle the thought of dealing out any more pain. Just an opinion though. I may be special but I’m no specialist... lol I hope they can finally sleep at night without any more stress, anxiety or nightmares as I hear sleep is God’s medicine.

Remember both Where child soldiers , so both of them have been through the same torture , only one got promoted to the more torture to the other. The older one had to bury his feelings so he did not get killed by the people who was above him. It's gonna take a lot more than this to help them unpack their hidden emotions

@@lov5334this is a great comment they were victims of a cruel war

The thing is I had no idea what the outcome of choosing to see this man would take, You never know that he isn't remorseful and the decision to do this on Ariks part was impressive as far as self healing can go, could he be prepared for someone to scold him or laugh at his pain is one of the questions he's got to have considered

Yeah I would have loved to hear more of his side too but seems Anyang became more conditioned to mask all the pain and suffering.. I'm glad Ayik forgave him and I think Ayik will also help Anyang heal by remaining his friend.

Amen

But he did say "Mistake that happened, part of it because I was young". 46:09

I am a grown man, and I bawled. I have no shame in admitting that. Outer strength is one thing. Inner strength is unparalleled. These people show inner strength unlike I’ve ever seen

Thank you so much for saying that!

Us in the West can only imagine the fear and pain of a brutal civil war like that. We are very lucky.

Maybe non of them would be alive today had he been soft. poor man blamed for obeying the rules

@@thabotouch1405 I thought of that too.

The guy in the black was forced to do that by fear himself.

Sierra leone war I used to be child soldier

@@sampaigeworldwidenews lie.

@@sampaigeworldwidenewsI hope you’re okay

@@helium5912 may Peace ne upon you . I was abducted from my parent at 8years and was in the jungle for 2 years that's 1998 to 2000. I never kill anyone but saw many horrible things like people's head legs and hand be chopped off , pregnant woman being cut apart and many other horrible things . It's still in my brain till this day ,I can still remember all of their faces

@@sampaigeworldwidenewsHave you ever considered sharing your story?

Daniel likes to be on Tv he always wanted to be famous he auditioned for Big Brother they were racist as every tv show you have in Australia, Daniel is a drug dealer he made all his money and fame from drugs ask around him in Brisbane he likes man who cross dress.

You're correct. I think for adults to corrupt children to THAT level, is such an abysmal EVIL! God help us!😓💔

well they can both do it from prison.

@@FjjtGjt For being beaten and forced to be in an army as children?

@@FjjtGjt you know nothing of war

Theyre south sudanese not sudanese

​​@@Lvrry416Even Sudan is in despair now. Horrific civil war is going on. Prayers for both Sudan and South Sudan.😢

@@Lvrry416 doesn't change much,,,, infact north sudan is responsible primari;y for what happened with the south so it is not a reach to mention that both of them need help

​@@verawang5418Yeah due to Al-Bashir. And you know what's funny? Sudanese people beg for the time he was a leader before. They used to think he was bad, and he was, but when he left they truly learned how bad it could get.

How do you know if you didn’t meet him until he got to Australia? Like how do u know how he moved before ? It’s a good story though.

@@tabernaclejones6115 He told me his story and I sponsored him through citizenship, and you don’t need to know what someone is relieving from to be able to identify relief, how do you know if someone is smiling without knowing why ?. And what is your problem

@@speccwolfsome people go out their way to think negatively . I feel sorry for them. Miserable lives

He moved with relief wtf lol weird thing to say

@@LemonHead-sq5ws Moved with confidence that he doesn't have to be used as a prop for war or treated as anything but human. Wake up to yourself you lemon.

I ran into an old school mate from botswana all the way in Canada in church. God makes it a small world.

The bad guys gang failed. If it wasn't for that he would still be tormenting people.

Praise God!

​@@nigelsenchezhe was a child soldier himself, he saw thousands of people die by sixteen. It's not a good environment and people are products of theirs

Sure is powerful both painful n beautiful

Both

So happy that he broke that generational curse by not taking it out on his own son , so his son won't take those scars to another generation 😢😢

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God knows how the Palestinians will ever heal and the Israelis seems like they will never heal from the trauma of their relations who perished in ww 2 but I cannot accept that they are doing the same and worse than death is the treatment IOF give to Palestinians, and while that is happening in Sudan the same thing is happening today as What Ayik experienced in the South Sudan war.

@@cosmopolitanwonder9675 Palestine literally has child soldiers. Palestine also bombed children, including their own, numb nuts. I really hope you talk to an active vet who fights in both sides, you'll understand the horrendous and atrocious things people do in battle -- unless you can't take it. I hope you're a bot because you're incredibly idiotic. Palestine literally STRAPS their children AND BABIES with bombs. Not *ALL* the time, but its documented. Its not just Palestine, but i'm giving you an example of your biasness... and apparently ignorance on the subject at-hand.

Amen

it's not. i wish people would stop forcing forgiveness and positivity down people's throats. grieving and healing is most important in my opinion. and you can't do that when you are just expected to forgive.

@@TheBontekraaiyou are allowed to grieve and heal but at the end of the day nothing truly heals you and sets you free like forgiving and letting go. And no better friend to help you than Jesus Christ. I hope you one day understand this dear stranger

@@chemaringo885 I believe forgiveness happens when you heal naturally. But when you force it it will make you more sick. Forgiveness shouldn't even be the end goal. Being in the moment with your pain should be the focus.

@@TheBontekraai as much as I agree some people spend their whole lives “in the moment with your pain”. They dwell on it instead of finding a way out. There’s a fine line between dwelling on pain with the goal of healing and moving on vs dwelling on it as it cripples you. I’m not saying people shouldn’t spend time in their valid emotions. I’m saying that at the end of the day, what can we do to make you not miss out of the great rest of your life.

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

​@Who-cu9eu hope you heal by the power of God

Stop it will ya Daniel is a criminal a drug dealer from the Gold Coast and Brisbane what you going on about mate he sells weed to underage and pills.

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

Amen ❤❤❤

​@@Who-cu9euI'm sorry those things happened to you. I hope you find peace and relief soon.

@@Who-cu9euhey man, I’m praying for you. I hope that you can find a good community that can encourage you through all of this. There are a lot of people who share similar experiences. If you can be open and find people like that, it will go a long way for you in the end. Keep your head up, God bless you.

He's not doing it on his own. When you walk with Christ you have the strength to get through anything. You could do the same with Christ by your side.

I was injected with the power of forgiveness towards the drunk driver who put my sister in a coma. When we met face to face, I had nothing but compassion and love for him. It’s how I know God is real, because I’m a naturally vindictive person that wanted retribution. Praise God because that forgiveness set me free from mental torment.

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

Me too🥲

Absolutely. Forgiveness is what has caused Rwanda to come forward

it was unexplainable! how couldnt I cry with them

Amen 🙏🏽

Amen

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

@@Who-cu9eu As a Black man, I just want to say I'm sorry for the pain you've experienced. I encourage you to consider giving your life over to Jesus Christ ; He can bring you peace and healing, just like He did for Ayik and Anang. Seeking therapy is a strong step, but combining that with faith can really help you find hope and connection. You're not alone in this-we're all in this together, and there’s support available for you. God Bless you Brother

@@thatlightskinkid793 Using religion to heal from trauma doesn't work for some people. Good for you if it worked for you but please recognise that.

@@Isaac-ho8gh Jesus heals all wounds my friend no matter how many times u don’t wanna hear it it’s the truth!!!

@@thatlightskinkid793 that's pretty arrogant to say because many people aren't Christians. It also has colonialist vibes.

That guy has been abused so much that he doesn’t know how to show his emotions. I pray that God shows them light and they find peace and stop hurting. 🙏

Sometimes your the forgiver sometimes your asking for forgiveness

@@applemaniac8796 The effects of war.

​@@applemaniac8796 I think that is district possibility people assume that everyone gets the same response to trauma but that simply not the case. Some people will develop antisocial/sadistic traits, and PTSD is only one possibility outside of this there are many other things that can happen.

Yeah , far away from Africa. This world is so small. Let it be a lesson to others

There was a reason for them to meet again.

​@@sayitloudblcknproud For sure

The juxtaposition of first world problems vs real problems

​@@alexred1038So true! 😔

Him having the aussie accent is him trying to escape his past. When his other accent kicked in, that's him reliving his trauma. There's nothing to love about it in this instance.

@@kingjulien2999 Oh stop it! Who said they loved him having truama!!! Maybe he just picked up the Aus accent from living there! Are u a doctor? Get a life u negative POS

I mean it's most likely the studio lights. Those are hot.

@@Un1234l shou go away

😢😮 you must be a woman... I was thinking run 🏃‍♂️ gary run

He probably would have too if he didn't have a son, different situation now.

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

@@Who-cu9eu same here I have really really horrible childhood trauma but my coping skill is drawing maybe your talent might be your coping skill

@@Poison_monii the problem with staying busy as coping mechanism it only helps in the moment. I could go gym 7 days a week and then after 10 years if I stop going all of it is still just there still stained in my mind and soul. I’m 25 now so I’ve been there done that it only helps you cope in the moment.

@@Who-cu9eu and your ABSOLUTELY right about that

this is an incredible story. it shows that he really regretted what he was forced to do. it doesnt sound like he felt he had a choice. i feel horrible for him but im so happy he was given forgiveness and can moved forward

I’m a man I’ve literally never cried before but I have a similar pain with childhood scars and I relate to him in a way because my mental scars never leave me and it effects my ability to be a people person today so because of trauma I still struggle to laugh and smile around people so I’m still stuck alone in my painful thoughts and can’t make friends and I’m 25. My story is a bit odd though because I’m white and went to a black community school I was the only white person there but I was treated so badly by others and I’m not allowed to speak out in public because it’s not politically correct for me to do so! And there’s people that have numbed me so much that if I put them in a coma it would feel justifiable and it would help me move on. I think I need to see a therapist because I’ve had mental scars since leaving high school and I find no way to remove the anger, anxiety and mental distress unless I get up and take revenge.

Psalms 24 mankind think this planet belong to them it will end there is no sleep for the wicked the good book say

u have to remember they both went through the same thing but for the agressor it was a lot longer. so they both process it different;y

Agreed!

Ikr God have his arms around both of them beautiful start

true

Animation cancel?

@@jackmac919 just inserting gamer humor, to an otherwise sad yet nice ending story. What I mean is Anyang tried to push Ayik away or release him from the hug. This so his emotions wouldn’t burst out or show on camera.

Stop Daniel, likes to be on TV 📺 that's all he will say and do anything where was his hurt when he was beating up my friend Lona

no, a loving god wouldnt allow monsters to exist in the first place

@@magemyst7245he gave us free will and we can do whatever we want with our free will but god will hold us accountable for our actions.

@@magemyst7245 True words

@@magemyst7245 You are a fool. God does not author these things.

@@magemyst7245oh so your imaginary friend can only do good things. Well that is convenient.

Yes because it’s so much easier to unforgive then to forgive

God isn't real. Cope.

true

GOnDalf has dothing to do with it

@@RM-xr8lqyes he does

Africa is a whole continent.

You still can forgive your abuser(s). God is with you. May you find freedom in the stretch of faith to forgive. Its for you not them. It does not absolve them, it sets your free from being tied to those situation. Grace and strength be be multiplied top you.

🫂sorry JESUS cared and HE still does

Yes indeed😭😭

I'm sorry about your friend

Really?? They found refuge and a new home in Australia, and they are expressing their pain in an Australian program. When will we Africans stop being perpetual victims? The damage was done by Africans. Please STOP.

@sandmango It has happened all over Africa. It is just happening in the South Sudan right now. Rwanda, Sierra Leon, Congo, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa, Cameroon numerous other places have suffered from genocide through the centuries during colonialism and thereafter.

South Africa, genocide??? Child soldiers in South Africa? When???

@sandmango "South" Sudan didn't even exist a little while ago, smh.

@@Mpirefilms Exactly, so many parts of Africa, especially sub-Saharan Africa, are neglected as they experience the far-reaching effects of colonialism, slavery and exploitation. They experience more genocide than anywhere, and it is the least cared about. So abominable.

So very very true

🤦‍♀️😥

Amen😢

💯💯💯

First of all, it is illegal, and second of all, how would you even enforce that without then going to war? Think man

War needs to be illegal. I concur? Wtf?

There’s not really anyone to enforce making war illegal though and when powerful countries try to interfere with smaller ones like that sometimes they just make a bigger mess instead of helping. Sometimes they can help though