I know Benzo is not a God fan.....However, personally I believe what has happend to Mr. Benzo has inspired so many people because of the card this awesome man holds.....Beauty comes from the heart and BENZO you ozz beauty...xx
I'm going to the gym now, for the first time in months, and I give this guy 90% of the credit. Only been clean from fentanyl and nitazenes for 30+ days. Listening to this guy and the pain in my stomach still hasn't returned. No other man has ever been able to do that for me.
I had surgery for tongue cancer 2 weeks ago. My time at the hospital was absolutely horrible, the worst days of my life. I'm still recovering, so thank you for this video, it's good to see there is life after cancer!
My father had osteosarcoma. He had a tumor on his uper left cheek. His face was also disfigured. He was known to be very handsome. So when he needed his lower jaw removed, teeth, left eye and well he just fell into a depression. He didnt even last more than 2 years. He pretty much gave up and stoped eating. He later passed. This was in December 2018. Seeing your videos just reminds me of my dad. But im glad your living life. He had help. He just didnt care. I hope you keep living. I look forward to your future videos. Im serious.
every man has the right to decide his own faith and we should respect that, sounds like he did just that. It's just a shame that beautiful people like yourself felt "left behind" in the process. I'm sorry to hear what happened, my deepest condolences.
I want to say this to you... I cannot pretend to understand all of the pain and suffering you faced but I want you to know that I am eternally grateful to you for showing me how to make the best of a bad situation and so much more. I just hope you understand that no one deserves to have this happen to them but the fact that you sit willingly in front of a camera and acknowledge your fears and insecurities makes you much stronger than any fake faced pretender. I am not here to give you my sympathies because I understand that at this point it must be more of an irritation than anything...I am here to thank you for opening my eyes and my heart to new ideas and thoughts. So for that I thank you For being a difference in this cruel world..I thank you. For being YOURSELF I thank you.💜 This heart on my channel represents something that you understand and appreciate but feel unable to put in words so again I thank you.💜
my case was also a medical error...I met a random brazilian doctor at the airport lounge...and he immediatly told me my european doctors were wrong. I flew to Brazil and did their treatment THANK GOD. What I dont have is your great energy, strenght and light in facing life...this difficult monster I dislike even being cured. I wish you all the best. I learned that European medicine is good for basic things....if you find yourself in a more serious line, do to private hospitals in the US or Brazil....really...the brazilian top 2 hospitals are amazingly great
Currently dealing with a central giant cell granuloma. I’ve already had it removed once in 2016 but it came back bigger and stronger. In 10 days I’m having a partial jaw resection and having my jaw replaced with the bone in my lower leg. I’m nervous. Thank you for the inspiration.
Oh thank you for sharing. IMO this is one of your best videos yet. When I worked in the hospital I worked in Medical Oncology which is primarily administering some of the more complex chemotherapies (that require the person to stay in the hospital), caring for patients who have complications from cancer or their treatments, and caring for those who are dying. Your video brings back memories to me of so many people that myself and colleagues cared for, especially the younger ones (my youngest patient was 13, and we lost him after many years of fighting). Trust me when I say that the patients who are with us long term (like months) we get very attached to, and care about them tremendously. We watch you having that nightmare experience and want desperately to fix it. I am so sorry you have to deal with this shit and at such a young age. You never know who is out there watching, maybe someone who really needs to see they can get through something, or another person who needs to put their problems in perspective. Thank you ❤❤
thank you. I'm relieved I was finally able to finish it. it wasn't easy but so worth it now to read these kind words. sounds like you know all about it though. I'm glad you made your way here!
You know Benzo, it's so funny you say that you put off making this video for so long. I came here from the link you put in Evan Carmichael's productive music series. It just goes to show you that all the information we learn from his channel does indeed apply to real life! A) After hearing you describe what happened to you, I put down "go to the dentist" on m to do list. I had to broken back teeth. Since they were in the back, I've put off getting them taken care of. Your video makes me realize that even though they stopped being painful, it doesn't mean the damage may have stopped. B)I've put off making videos for so long. Worried how I'd look, sound, etc. As all the top successes say... your "flaws" are what makes you special. What attracted me to your site was what you wrote. Figured anyone one Evan's channel who's dealing with a situation like that deserves a listen to. After watching a few of your videos I subscribed. You have great thoughts on life and I like hearing about your experiences. When the girl you have dinner with eventually told you she was with someone else, you said your reacted differently than you have in the past. I can relate. Since re-wiring my mind, things don't affect me the same way. I just had a similar experience less than a month ago. Thank you for being you. The first thought many would have (including myself) would be self-induced seclusion, hate or even suicide. The fact that you're showing your face and talking about it is helping hundreds (if not thousands) of people. I want to commend you on your courage and resolve. Keep reaching for the top and being a positive force on this earth. Blessings
This makes my heart happy. I am working very hard to get through school to he a physician’s assistant to specialize in oncology. I want to do everything i can to help persons diagnosed with cancer and their family. My mother died of ovarian cancer and we had an amazing experience with the employees. ❤️❤️❤️
I came over because you left a comment on Stephanie Lange's life update. When You were talking about feeling frustrated about telling your story I was reminded of something a good friend says. Some things have a time and the time was not Then, but now. Your bravery in telling your story and in your endurance of your experience is a pure inspiration. Thank you for telling this.
I'm so glad you did. Welcome!! I'm glad you enjoyed the video, and hope to see you around more. You're right, even in this video it was hard for me to tell the whole story again.. but I'm so happy I did thanks to people like you who take time out of their day to listen and tell me these nice things. thank you.
You are incredibly life changing and inspiring. I do not believe cancer has destroyed your face. You literally just changed my life in 17 minutes. 17 minutes my entire life will be better because of you. thats a fucking powerful story brother and i am forever grateful for you sharing something so deep with not only me but the world. you are awesome and need to chase your dreams with everything you have. more people need to know you and know your strength, its contagious. you are a lion my friend. thank you i am following you via instagram.
when I read this comment I took a screenshot and sent it to one of my friends. it caught me at the perfect time. thank you so much for this message, it really means a lot.
that means a lot. I definitely feel like I've turned a corner with my channel recently where people are really starting to take notice. It's an amazing feeling and it fuels me to do more and better.
I'm so incredibly sorry to hear that. I feel for you. makes me upset to hear human mistakes leading to that... sorry for your loss and hope things will get better for u ❤ thank u for being here.
You’re story gives me so much inspiration. I’ve been sick and vomiting for the past 16 days but you’ve allowed me to see gratitude in the midst of it. Thank you we all support u.
I think it's possible that a "dislike" could mean that they dislike what he's gone through and not necessarily what he's got to say. I hope that's the case.
Good Luck and best wishes from Germany. I am glad you are doing better. Stay strong !My brother went through similar shit. He had a stage 4(or 5) cancer in his lower jaw and back of his tongue. They told him they would do a strong chemo , so they could get the tumor a little smaller so they could operate and remove his whole tongue and his lower jaw. Actually, they had no hope for him. So my brother said to me "When this is over with you and I are going to the Lou Reed concert in Luxemburg in 6 month. He went and got the tickets before he checked in the hospital. The same night the tumor bust open ( him being a smoker he had waited way to long before going to the hospital) and he almost bleed to death. This happened 3-4 times. Every time he had to get numerous blood transfusions. They finally did the chemo as an inpatient. Surprisingly the tumor was not smaller , it was gone ! They did not have to make that big operation, they actually said it was a medical miracle . Also they closed the trachiostoma.I noticed You had that to. Once in a while during his stay when he was strong enough to sit in a wheelchair , I would wheel him out and behind the hospital and he would inhale a little joint right through the trach 😊 .My brother looked like Willi Nelson with long hair to his butt. When he was younger he had traveled around the world. Of course he went to the Lou Reed concert in Luxemburg !! Another friend went with him. I am to old for Lou Reed . Every few month my brother went back to the hospital for tests to see if anything came back. Three years later he was still cancer free , but than he suddenly died from a thrombosis . I miss him so much. He was a person who lived in the moment. And he drank a lot of Salbei tea. So again the best of wishes to you. Keep up Your positive attitude. ❤
oh my god. I was getting goosebumps of joy reading this until I read those last lines. I'm stunned. I'm so sorry for your loss but at the same time so moved by your story. You can be proud. He sounds like a legend. He lives on through you and your memory of him and I am convinced he will never be forgotten. thank you so much for sharing this with me. The love between two siblings is such a beautiful thing, and it's perfectly showcased through your words. Wishing you strength, love, perseverance and health. This really made me think. May he rest in peace.
Miracles do happen Helga Hamster! And your brother proved it... His belief and desire to go to that Lou Reed concert was just too damn strong... nothing was going to stop that from happening! Yeah... basically when your time is set to leave this life, there's no stopping it.... But occasionally, if we are lucky, we can delay it .... But you have to have the most enormous conviction that there is no way you're going now! And your brother definitely had that.... and that blessed him with another 3 years! Good on him! Let's use his passion for living as an example!
I subscribed to your channel a couple days ago and I just want to thank you for having the positivity, strength and courage to post your story. I can never begin to imagine what you went through for those 2+ years, but since birth I have had a syndrome called Symbrachydactyly where basically in the womb 7 of my 10 fingers were not able to properly form and develop. I have an amazing life full of great family and friends but none of them can truly understand how it feels to be openly stared at, labeled disabled or at times rejected because of something that is out of my control. I know there are different severities to this and if I wish I can at times hide my hands and be unassuming, which is why I find your story and you as a person that much more inspiring. As I've matured I've grown to honestly and whole heartedly love my body and have rejected surgeries because there is nothing wrong with the way I currently am. Being different is truly a beautiful thing. Thanks again for sharing your video and please don't take it down so that it can continue to offer positivity and perspective for those who need it. I have never posted about my hands online and you sir gave me the courage to do so.
thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement and even more so for sharing and opening up about your own life. when I started this channel I envisioned a platform where people like you and me could come together and talk about their own experiences. it sounds like you have a very strong personality and definitely know all about looking at life from the bright side. I'm very grateful you found your way to my channel. we can never have enough people like you. thank you!!
Just came from your comment on Peter's most recent video and man, what a story, subbed and look forward to seeing the other material you come out with, And thanks for sharing!
Thanks for sharing man, you seem like a great guy with an exceptional positive attitude. You really made me realize how small my worries and frustrations really are compared to what you dealt with. You’re doing a great thing with these vids.
It sure is. I love coming back here to Belgium to escape the craziness that Barcelona can sometimes be. I'm about to go and sit outside right now after writing this comment. thank you for watching Alexa.
Great video. It was concise and you told the story well. I have never experienced anything like what you have gone through. But I understand how the brain works with painful/traumatic memories. It’s like a muscle memory. When you talk about it, it’s almost like you’re putting yourself back in that time in a subconscious level and you begin to feel emotions as if back in that state. My fiancé died in a motorcycle accident 4 years ago and sometimes that still happens to me. Even a certain scent (like when I have to go through things from our old house that are now downstairs in the garage) can trigger it. I’m not gonna go into any cliches about tragedy. It is what it is right? Sometimes self destructive behavior is necessary for a while. Those times for me were like a lateral movement. At some point you have to keep moving forward bc you have no other choice. And I think your strides have been immense.
You are a strong guy Benzo , both in body and head . Many have a lot to learn from you , both sick and healthy people . I suffering from heart and lung deseas ++ after a hard life , and i agree with you : Look ahead , not backwards. Greetings from a new subscriber from Norway .
Thank you for sharing your story with us. You are such an inspiration! Your positiveness (if that’s even a word) is off the charts. 🙌💯 I love your energy!!! Happy 420 Benzo!
YOU BENZO... are more of a "complete human being" than many of us who have not had half of your experiences of life's dark side. I know this is cliche... but life has a weird way of teaching us how to evolve into higher level beings... It always involves taking away what is most important to us at the time (sometimes temporarily, sometimes permanently)... If we wise up, we can learn and become enlightened in our present lifetime... If we remain ignorant, we regress further into the abyss of living a self-centered, materialistic and shallow life.. People like you, who are sharing their experiences of surviving suffering, (and who are utilising that experience to better themselves and help others), are forcing many of us to contemplate "who and what" our true purpose is on this planet. Blessings.
Needed this bro. Been freaking out about my jaw for years. Dentist said I was fine and x-rays were fairly normal. This inspires me to keep pushing and staying atop my health and attitude. So on time my brother.
Very inspiring words! I’m sure that you will never truly know how influential you are being in spreading your positivity, and the impact your videos make... as someone who is going through a difficult time, it’s videos like yours that really stand out and help people like me through difficult days, so I want to say thank you!
BigBoiBenzo you are awesome and I'm sending a hug and a kiss to you. Thank you for being so honest about your situation. There is someone out there that viewed your video and you have given them hope that they make live through the cancer that they have. You are such a blessing and I hope you realize that. Keep your head up, keep strong, and remain encouraged!
Bro, the fact that you kept your smile and your sense of humor throughout all this shit is beyond admirable. You’ve already won by surviving and thriving! I wish you were within driving distance so I could buy you a few beers and joints and we could laugh together about how absurd this life can be (Amsterdam anyone?) 😀 Btw go bruins! #subbed #hero
that's awesome that you recognised the shorts haha. you're saying you live in Amsterdam? I'm originally from Antwerp, Belgium.. but currently living in Belgium. either way thanks for these words man. first thing I read in the morning and it set me up for a beautiful day!
New subscriber here🙋🏼♀️. You are such an inspiration. I can’t imagine what you went through, but what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger and you my friend are a BADASS! Love the positivity from your channel.
Thank you for sharing your story, I know how hard it is to talk about it and think about what you went through because I too had oral cancer. Mine was a squamous cell carcinoma on my tongue. I know what it is like to face that surgery and wake up on the other side of it. I also understand the fear of its return. You are very brave to share your story and face life head on fearlessly! May God bless you!
So glad you decided to share your story. You truly are an inspiration. So glad you are here to tell your story as well. I was diagnosed with cancer last yr, good news is it was caught early, the bad news is waitin to be cancer free! 💝
I have just found you and i don't think it was by accident...I've been going through some..upsets in my life. Just hearing you speak about this and the fact that you are ABLE to sit there and tell this story... It's really improved my mood, my outlook on what's happening in my own life right now. Thank you for just sharing your story.. p.s. you look amazing!
I don't believe in random coincidence either dear Roxxy. you were meant to be here, as was I. I'm very happy you found me but i believe sooner or later it was always going to happen. hope youre having an amazing weekend.
Thank you for being courageous enough to share and elevate your narrative. Many people in this world are dealing with completely different problems of health but share similar struggles in mental and physical health.
Thanks so much for sharing your story. You’ve inspired me to share my story that I’ve been too scared to talk about to my followers, but I know it’ll help other people out there. Keep being awesome and inspiring others ❤️👍
You are truly an Inspiration. I came from the comments section about girls joining the boys scouts. You have a new subscriber and a New Fan. Much Respect. 💙💚💛💜💙
You are such an inspiration! God bless you man. I don't know what I would do if I were in your shoes. I wish you nothing but the best. You are so strong. To know that you felt relief and not depressed shows who you are. Of course, I'm sure it was a roller coaster of emotions. You are amazing! To overcome such difficulties and keep being you is amazing. May God restore your health. Love hearing the birds chirping during your video.
Hi there. I just came across your story in my suggested videos and have now seen 3 of them. In this one, I feel your emotions and understand why you don't like talking about past pains ... I just want to let you know that somewhere out here, there may be someone who really needs to hear the process you went through, because it may help them or someone they know. I believe there is a reason for everything! YOU ARE SOMEONE'S REASON! Rock On!
Wow, thank you Rebecca. I didn't enjoy making it all, but I knew it could potentially help others. I'm so glad you like my content. hope to see you around
I just came from your comment on Simnett Nutrition. I must say, first of all, you are encouraging others to move forward and never give up. Congrats!! Then, I will say that you are pretty lucky to be in Denmark for that marathon of surgeries bc in the US many people couldn't afford the treatment. I'm sure you are grateful for that. I just subscribed to your channel and will share your inspirational stories. Peace!
What an amazing person you are. You look and sound great and your confidence makes you extremely attractive. Very best wishes and keep going, much love.
As a recent sub to your channel I had been trying to find in your previous vlogs what your cancer battle was..... thank you for sharing your story that I can see still has a impact on you when retelling. In sharing your journey you will have no idea how many people you are helping or encouraging to understand what they are facing however truth be it that your positive manner and determination to keep being the best you can is inspiring to watch for those of us that have difficulty in believing there can ever be a positive outcome to our own cancer treatments. Well done BBB 👍
it's for comments like these why I do what I do. thank you so much and please understand how your words have a huge impact on me. really appreciate it.
that means a LOT Daesha!! trust me, I also have lots of darker moments, but we can only try to make the best out of every day. glad you made it here :) xx
Elliot Scott Try volunteer work. It gives you happiness and you are helping people. You will also gain new perspective on life. Also yoga is very beneficial if you feel suicidal. Don't give up on life. You are surrounded by people who at some point felt suicidal. My preyers go to you!
I've had those thoughts most of my life. Medications and therapy may help. I like the idea of volunteering, per "Baby Cakes," and switching focus from your dark thoughts into helping and uplifting others who may be suffering some how. Hope you find your way, and have a strong support system.
Hey man i was on snapchat and watched the shake my beauty thing and I want to say you are an inspiration and don't ever let anyone steer you away from the person you were before cancer you are an amazing guy and I have to say you are a very whole hearted person even though I didn't know you or ever sene you before I give major respect and congrats on everything you have accomplished so far keep being an inspiration for people much love and peace i instantly subbed to try and grow your channel more as always positivity and happiness stay strong man you mean a lot to everyone who is around you agai. Love you man keep a smile on that face and have a warm heart ❤
What an incredible outlook on life. Keep on keepin' on, dude. Exactly the right person to be a life coach and motivational speaker. Slight side note... you're really attractive, man.
damn that's nice to hear Dolly, thank you. your comment brightened my day, I just had a flight cancelled so this came at a great time.. hope to see u around my channel more!
You're so welcome! Sucks about your flight, that's rough. Hope you get to your intended destination at some point soon, haha. :) Yep, got yourself a new subscriber for sure!
i woke up today with a very bad flu .. and also have a spinal injury that is chronic pain for the past few years . man your story put things in perspective - nothing is happening to me and im ashamed for being ungrateful complaining about my health. your story not only inspires but it gives clarity . your a real viking man and your ancestors you'd be incredibly proud . wow love you so much man
Thanks for sharing!! I understand where the relief comes from finally getting a diagnose . Not knowing is always hard . Inspiring that you moved on & stay positive ! Cheers!
It's funny, right before you said that you were starting to get demotivated I was thinking about how much your story was motivating me! & then the camera died ahah, please keep the camera rolling you are doing good work
I've been watching your vlogs for a while. Found your energy and positivity inspirational and its definitely something I needed to watch. A little less than 1 year ago, I was diagnosed with liposarcoma in my thigh. Had a chunk of my hamstring removed along with the tumor. I got super lucky and caught it early, but it still takes its toll on me mentally. Then literally yesterday I went to the dentist to talk about removing my wisdom teeth and got told there's a pretty sizable cyst in my lower right jaw... Gotta schedule a CT scan to figure out what it is...
best of luck with this Paul. don't have negative thoughts, it's more than likely a standard case, I'm sure you will be ok. keep me updated on how it turns out, rooting for u.
Hi I just wanted to thank you for sharing such personal and raw emotions on what happened to you in that dark scary time , I went through something with that type of emotion myself and I still can’t process it all in my head and with that scary lonely feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when I have a little flash back due to a noise, or smell of that time! So I commend you for your honest account of a snippet of your life!
Wow what an inspiring story. Your so brave to be sharing your story.. i can’t imagine how hard that must of been. Hearing your story and what you’ve overcome has inspired me so much to keep going. Thank you!
You’ve just got a new subscriber I hope everything goes great for you in the future because you deserve to be happy 💜 My auntie has just passed due to cancer aswell as my grandma...stay strong and keep fighting ❤️ All the best buddy xx
Thanks for sharing. I recently found a video of a young man called gruen giving a talk about oral cancer, and he stopped me smoking. You always tell a good story, I love your positivity!
BigBoiBenzo I found him when I was looking for some harm reduction videos. It was an hour long, and I can normally only concentrate for about half that but he blew me away with his honesty and humour.
Thank you for sharing your story. Certain things are hard to talk about indeed because of the pain but wisdom comes from pain. Continue making the worst thing that has happened to you the best thing that has happened for you. Through you, you are helping so many others. Thank You
