I bet you these L'Oreal people weren't expecting how real and how good this interview would be.

@Aaron-Qman

5 ай бұрын

This was extremely real💯 I could definitely tell how surprised they were. Truly love this video!

Two very strong men, both physically and mentally!

_"Autism is a superpower"_ has helped my grandson, who is nearly 7 in March, to feel it's his superpower as well. He has started going to the gym with my husband, his Papa, as well as joining the little league baseball team. Tom is touching people from across the globe, as we are in the states, of all ages. Thank you doesn't seem to do it justice when I want to show my appreciation to Tom for helping my precious grandbaby to know he isn't weird or alone. Here's to hoping my grandboy will be 2045's WSM!!

😂😂 I also felt it hit home when Luke said, "then I'm happy for the next 9 or 10 hours and then I feel like blowing my head off again." 21:10 glad to see I'm not alone!

Lost my mum this July and this has really helped me, thank you for opening up ❤

Sobbing 🥺 your mum is so super proud of you boys, and tom im a mum to 4 children with autism and you make me incredibly proud! I hope my children are as fantastic as you when there grown up xx

@thereddog223

2 ай бұрын

Im sure she is looking down and smiling at both of them

What an inspiration these brothers are. I wish there were more people like this in the world.

Y'all are great ambassadors of mental health. Thanks for leading the way.

The stigma of mental health being a weakness is just so archaic it’s unreal and I think it’s great to see you guys being an advocate for mental health. If guys of your physical strength and stature can talk about your mental health hopefully that stigma of weakness can be disproved, after all you don’t get stronger than the strongest brothers in the world 🥰

I'm not crying, you're crying! 😭 Tom talking about his difficulties when he was younger, and the support he got from his mum and his brother really got to me. I'm autistic as well. It may not have been as obvious to those around me when I was younger, because I was 39 when I got diagnosed. Tom's struggles are very relatable to me, but the support he got is not. I just feel so happy for him that he got that support, and so sad for you guys for losing the rock that your mum must have been for you all. I also feel some sadness for never getting that level of support myself, and for what a chaotic painful mess of a life I have made for myself. Sometimes It is hard to let go of what could have been and focus on what still can be if I put my mind to it and apply myself. You guys almost feel like brothers from another mother to me.

@NotASnowflake

5 ай бұрын

Even though we may be strangers to one another, please know that you have support now!! My grandson, who is nearly 7 in March, is autistic. My son, daughter-in-law, my husband, other family members and myself are all very supportive of my grandson. I call him _"Rainman"_ and he thinks it's great. The first time I used it as his nickname he asked me why I called him that name because he didn't know who Rainman was. He was so excited to know someone else was like him and asked to see the documentary. After that we watched the movie based on the life of Rainman. My grandson tells everyone his nickname is "Rainman" with such excitement as well as honor, because he thinks it is wonderful that he is that way. I have learned so much in order to understand what his train of thoughts are, the way his mind works. With all of that said, if you ever need a friend, someone to talk with or vent to or simply laugh and/or cry with, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'd love to be support for you as I am sure many others on here would be as well. Hugs from Alabama!! PS: For those who are going to think that it is awful that I call him _"Rainman"_ just think about one thing: I call my granddaughter, his nearly 6 year old sister, _"Sister Sledge"_ because she has ADHD Xs 10 and blown out. I want you to think of nicknames that people around you have. Why should I not treat him the same as I do others that have been given nicknames based on their personalities or looks. Like _"Slim"_ for my son because he is so skinny, _"General Jeremy"_ for my husband because he is militant, _"Janis"_ (as in Joplin) for my friend who whines all the time and Janis sings 'Crybaby' and so forth. I think it would discrimination if I didn't include him. Just food for thought.

@thedolenorway

5 ай бұрын

@@NotASnowflake Thank you! I can kind of relate to Kim Peek (Rainman)in a way, even if neither my disabilities nor my strengths are as obvious as his. I would be honored to be called Rainman, but as you say I'm sure a lot of people would take offense to it. The most important thing is how your grandson feels about it, and it sounds like he appreciates it. I really appreciate your offer to reach out, but being hesitant to reach out is really my default mode of operation! You are awesome though, and I truly appreciate that you make an effort to be a decent understanding human being!

@NotASnowflake

5 ай бұрын

@@thedolenorway Thank you for the kind words. I wrote such a long comment but the point of it was that I don't treat anyone with what society deems "different" any other way than I do with people society deems "normal". I treat people how they treat me. (My grandson is very low on the spectrum and is high functioning. Until you talk to him he appears looks wise as a 7 year old. Then it is immediately apparent that his mind is not 7 years old and that's where the disconnected comes. They don't know how to talk to a 7 year old that speaks and acts 30. He has tested, in math, at a sophomore college level and in reading that of a college graduate with a degree in English. If you have a day where you just need someone and you can, I'm here.

Luke, you will become a top motivational speaker after your strongman career. But until then, we will still be cheering you on at competitions. Good luck for the 2024 season. 💪🫵

Champion guys and brothers They love each other to death

He's so handsome and such a hunk; also superior in his field. He has a lot going that others wish they had. Stay positive!

YEEAH BUDDY!!!LIGHTWEIGHT!!!! I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!

As an Aspy, Tom is so inspirational!! Crushing stereotypes, brother! ❤ I get so nervous in social situations, and it does hinder a lot of the opportunities I accept. And you show you can move passed it and live to your fullest potential. Props to Luke for always being there for you. It really takes the presence of a rock like that to believe in yourself. ❤

Thank you Brothers. God Bless.

This hit home, from someone who's suffered from really bad mental health issues. Bloody love this, love you guys keep been amazing. Pease love and happiness to all.

Sometimes we accomplish things in life because people said that we couldn't

Send my heart and peace for your family

Nice job speaking fellas

Two great guys; they are an inspiration to us all.

I have followed Luke and Tom for years and I am amazed at their love and devotion to each other, to family and to everyone they touch. It pains me to see anyone in emotional pain. Thank you for your story. Knowing someone as physically strong as they are have these struggles helps to realize we are not alone in the fight.

these two guys are so amazing and humble people, I met them at the book signing in Aberdeen, they are so inspiring

i never had a brother. had two friends who were like brothers but both died young. you're both lucky you have each other.

The gentle giasnts and amzaing Luke to hear you talk from the heart. Passionate. Thanks mate needed that this morning off for a walk to smell the trees and hit the gym! Cant wait for the Stoltman movie! Yess!!!

Love this. Keep up the good work both of you. Amazing brothers

Tom is an inspiration to the world.

Luke mate during this video you’ve had me in tears, you’ve had me motivated to achieve me strength goals. You’ve had me laughing and you’ve had me ready to go to war for you. You’ve an absolute treasure and definitely have a future in motivational speaking

Watching the stoltmans engage with other strongmen and throughout their KZread channel vids, I've always thought tom was socially awkward for the want of better wording compared to Luke. Luke always being the leader/big bro in how they go about themselves. Naively not realising tom was autistic. So glad and awesome to see both support each other through their trials and tribulations through their lives. Love watching them and (sorry Luke) tom is a freak in the strength world (in an awesome way) and you both come across like great human beings. All best to them both. Stay strong, be brave, and keep on fighting. 👊

God use help me so much in depression thankyoub

Great guys

I've gotta go and train myself (deadlift) and I'm sobbing my little eyes out 😂 you two are the absolute definition of gentle giants ❤️ thanks for the inspiration and the tears😂💪👍

Very well spoken, passionate and interesting interview wouldn't expect nothing else from these boys

Every strongman is struggling with mental issue!!!

Man you two's humbleness and love gets me every time! I had some pretty low moments over the years, but watching you guys grow really does inspire me to push on and be the best person I can be for my wife and kids. Thanks ❤

One day when I'm feeling a bit low, no motivation, I'll remember just one part of this and gain motivation and realise, you can change things. Hearing Luke talk about the cold swims, he talks so much about this, and can remember Eddie Hall saying about his Cryo Chamber thing that goes real cold but you'll have a great sleep, made me just walk to bottom of garden with a cold drink and if it's freezing just a T-shirt and most of the time, did sleep well. Tom mkaes people realise, that once you work hard/train hard, you can beat pretty much any obstacles, ok there may still be some that you can't do straight away, but that mindset, gets you ready for the next set of hurdles.

Thank you for talking about male mental health I suffer from it and hearing you talk about it means alot

Honestly, you guys never fail to impress. What an incredible pair of role models, whether you're neurodivergant or not. Tom's example has made it so much easier for me to accept the fact that I'm autistic (and ADHD), something I only properly realised at 41. If the pair of you do nothing else in your careers, you'll already have done so much (but Tom's clearly got more WSM titles on the way.)

WOW!!! Just incredible guys, to listen to the way you both speak so honestly and passionately 😮 I am in awe ❤❤️❤️❤️❤️ Love you guys ❤

hope you fully understand how important Luke is.... well done guys super proud of you both

Thanks to both ❤

2 great guys all the best on your journey 👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Thanks guys for everything you do ❤ seeing Tom up on that stage taking to an audience like this warms my heart.

Met you guys a couple of times and got hugs off you at the Expo. Loved your talks at the Expo. I found out last night my wife has been having an affair for over a year. I feel completely ruined and a fool. Tonight you posted this. Thank you again.

@houstin7866

5 ай бұрын

Man I can’t begin to understand but I can only imagine how that must hurt. Stay strong

@davidwood1838

5 ай бұрын

Time to start thinking of you now.

Definately an emotion one. But, its a topic that needs to be talked about. Not a whole lot shined on mental health unless somebody shoots a place. Hats of to the both of you. Ive been watching for a year now and see ing the growth of the both of you is amazing. Stay spicy

All the best to you Stoltmans. Inspirational, touching and very nice to hear you openly talking and showing your perspective of how to cope with life.

A big thanks from me in Sweden!! This touched my heart big time!! I`m fighting with mental illness since a couple of years ago, and it really took a turn to the worse, when my mother passed away 2020. I have cut myself several times over the years, and fought suicidial toughts etc... For ca 2 years ago, I started to train in a local gym. I come around strongman a year ago, and find strenght in it. Thanks, from the bottom of my heart to you both, for all the things you do!! I will soon sit down and keep reading your book.

Thank you so much for sharing, this will help so many.

Just wow, you guys are so brave and courageous opening up like this with people and sharing how you both feel and have felt growing up. Really inspirational to everyone out there (myself included). I think this is the best video I’ve ever watched. A massive well done to you both for this.

🥹🥹🥹 I’m so big fan and proud of you! Sorry, I just emotional for your real story by Autism is a Superpowers. Ok, you know I’m deaf person so close autism, I’m growing up. And I was 22 officially be powerlifting at 2021 about my dream of future. Tom you’re amazing! I LOVE YOU BROTHER STOLTMAN!!!! ❤

Well done! Much needed! We are having a cultural male crisis epidemic. This stuff is needed 😊

Big lads, big hearts 💪

That was really touching wow

Motivation on 100%

Tom Stoltman has to be Man Of The Year. If the world had more Luke and Tom's it would be such a better place. For everyone should have a brother like Luke and a friend like Tom.

What an amazing talk to share with all or us - serious thanks.

@StoltmanBrothers

4 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Special guys ❤

💪💪💪💪💪

This was really touching to watch! You guys are the definition of the World's Strongest Men!! Both Physical and Mental Strength beyond measure. I'm so glad I discovered you guys a few years back. Out of all the content you guys have done this by far is the top one for me🏆 I am proud of you guys for speaking up helping change the minds of many people who've been influenced by the mainstream in a negative way. Thank you and keep on being strong and healthy🔥💯💪🏽

Who doesn’t love Tom and Luke 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 gents, true gents… many, many kids out there will be looking up to you both and you should both be proud of how you both present yourself…

Luke, Tom, thank you for speaking out on MENtal health!! To hear the *HIGHLAND OAK* and the *ALBATROS* say that you guys have the same troublesome thoughts that other men have, makes me so proud!! You boys restore my faith in humanity!!

such an insperation to the younger generation guys keep up the hard work luv yees man

Les plus grand Homme de ce monde son souvent les plus simples. On n'en n'a encore la preuve avec ces deux Hommes ! Love💙

It is so good to hear the way us both speak how much everyone means to us

Love you guys! Seeing this side makes you guys human to us not just strong men! Thank you

Thank you so much for speaking out about mental health and autism. You are both absolutely amazing and inspirational. 💪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 💜

Ah amazing ,amazing , 🎉amazing 💙 I’m a cold swimmer and what Luke says resonates 1000% 💙🥶💪🏻🌶

So inspiring 💪

You 2 guys are legends..love the both of you..two people that have been through the mill and back..loved the comment about the world being bullshit..need to get some of your merchandise..

Good job boys... Not an easy conversation to have. Well done 👍

That was a very beautiful interview and very touching. Tom, I just love ya! Thanks for sharing that moment, gents!

Luke is a top bloke.

Mental health is a daily battle I have learnt to take one day at a time,be strong, talk if need help, well done to both of you I hope I could meet you and give both a handshake 😊

Gentle giants speaking truths out their hearths. Thank you!

Two great guys, Scotland are so proud of your achievements. Mama nature is a powerful force of connection for sure and absolutely autism can be a superpower

Extreme inspiration 👊🏼👌🏼

Luke, you frickin’ blew me away! We have never met but I felt so proud of you for what you said here and how you said it. To hear a grown man talk about how important his connection with nature is and still be proud of being a man is a message all men and boys need to hear. Both of you guys are genuine inspirations!

Absolutely amazing guys. I lost my nephew to suicide April 2023 so it made a lot of sense to me. Keep supporting mental health. Love you guys x

Just such an emotional and inspirational talk❤️ I’m 6’4” 105kg and admittedly had to pause this video as I couldn’t see the screen for tears. Thank you, thank you Luke & Tom for sharing these personal experiences with us.

You guys are such an inspiration. And the fact I’m Scottish just makes it better. Tom’s journey is amazing and he shows what being a fighter can do. I need to get my finger out and push the cold water with consistency. Luke your videos from the sea are so powerful. The speech in this video as well blew me away. I am going to try and fight harder in life.

I've heard your journeys multiple times over the years of following your careers and challenges and every time I hear them it brings tears to my eyes. Keep spreading the word thru social media. You both are inspirations to so many people and that is what all of us need.

That was awesome guys! What a message to hear as we go into a new year. You've both inspired me for years and you continue to inspire me. Cannot wait for the documentary and to see what 2024 brings for you guys. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💪

My brothers in strength, you had me crying my eyes out, and this is why I love you guys ❤ hopefully I get to see you at the Shaw Classic again this year! 💪💪💪

Well spoken. Well delivered. Great message.

you guys are always going to be the best . I wish you`s the very best in everything you`s do.

Truly inspiring video 🙌🏻 big hats off to you guys for being so very open and honest 👍🏻🇬🇧

Never knew this about u lads. Thank you so much for sharing. Just absolutely incredible what was overcome. Very inspiring. I dont think the human mind has any limitations when its properly primed. Thanks for being spicy 🌶

Brought tears to my to my eyes been following you guys for years this is amazing … really you guys are amazing people . People the world need Thank you guys

Well said guys all words so very true yous have done so well physically and mentally......❤💕❤

Great one guys so good

stoltman really would make a good hollywood movie , is like a movie script in real life :)

You've brought me to tears guys!! Absolutely love you guys!!! Phenomenal interview on huge subject matters!! My daughter has autism and it broke me at first but we also see it as a superpower for sure!! I've also found the ice water, nature, how important family is. Love you guys, stay strong, one love ❤️

You guys are doing so much good for so many people. You are touching lives all over the world. As a father of an autistic son, this really hits home for me. Thank you so much for taking life head on and helping us all to be better people.

Thank you both for being vulnerable and honest about your struggles with mental health. Look at how far you've come and how you've helped so many people, all around the world. I love you both!! Truly inspiring, caring and loving men 🙏❤️ as a parent of 2 children with Autism, listening to you Tom share his story and Luke share his but also how he said "he misses his Mum" and that each day since she's left, they are representations of her in the world just broke me but also uplifted my spirit too. Sending love to you both and your family from New Zealand ❤🇳🇿

Guys I’m currently in the mullbery mental health ward due to suicide attempts and the gym here is terrible guys basically nothing in it! Maybe it’s places like this to help get people in the gym when there struggling now!! Like I am!! But nothing to train on These places need help guys. If I could post a picture I would as it’s shameful really

@jamesleicher

5 ай бұрын

Great idea ,let's get this comment some traction.best of luck on recovery.

@f4af100uk

5 ай бұрын

@@jamesleicherthank you Jamie. I’ve been doing body weight stuff but not the same distraction from the thoughts to end it all

I turned 50 this year and grew up in an era where you put on a brave face toughened up and got on with it. I still live my life like this but work with much younger people and It’s refreshing that we now live in a world where we are actually talking about how we feel. I don’t think you guys know how you impact other people but believe me you do so please never stop ❤

Such humble and professional men. It's fantastic you have a positive attitude after all you two have been through. I can relate to quite a bit of this and I take great comfort in knowing in reality,there is much more if these situations around than we think. I wish you both everything and more and I support with buying the merchandise etc I can't wait to read the new book. I love the signatures (WSM X2) has a pretty cool ring to it. Finally!...I hope you two get recognised for the work and inspiration you have on other's. Keep it up lad's and all the very,very best! 💪💪🤜🤛👍👍🥰

My kids and I love watching videos of you both competing but that we wait for is the gems at the end when Tom meets fans, and usually kids he will take photos and give them a hug at the end. That's the legacy, Luke was talking about - both such inspirations, your Mummy Angel is just looking down on you both soo happy. Listening to Tom talk about his Mum, I can only hope that I can be that Mum for my unique neurodiverse kids❤🙏🙌

Both of you guys are amazing, your energies and motivations that drive you on are so inspiring. Luke your speech on spirituality, was amazing. I’m also on a very similar path, it’s mind blowing. You guys are great..thank you.💪🌶️

Ya big softies! Two fantastic role models and ambasadors as people and more so as men of the North. I've the utmost respect for both but as a big brother myself have a softer spot and empathy for Luke. I understand the highs and lows and ultimately the joy and pride when your "little" btother breaks through and becomes the person you'd always hoped they could be, have a great 2024 lads and all the family.