Nikhil Autar - Backup Page Videos
Videos by Nikhil Autar - Backup Page. I've been given community violations and gone from 250k impressions/month to 50, to now 12k! In case I get unpublished, here I am!
I was diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. I just got my cancer wish - being able to catch my first #Barramundi, an iconic Australian fish, with Paul from @ifishtv . I used to wait for that show to run during hospital. It was the only way that I could feel like I was outside, doing what I loved, instead of being in that place.
And you can watch it all at 530pm, Sunday on 10 Bold!
I got to fly on a helicopter and spot fish from the air, in the most remote, untraversable ecosystems in Australia with @helifish. I saw things id read about in geography in high school, and in my fishing books as a kid - the way drains formed after the wet season, resulting in baitfish, crocodiles, and the amazing Barramundi, crowded into tiny, sometimes metre wide holes. I saw wild buffalos, and packs of dingos ranging. A huge fire front from the air. And I got to catch and eat my first fresh #Barra, and be pampered by the amazing team in the barradise that is @crabclawislandresort, with my family and fishing buddy Josh @that.sk. And most importantly, I got to meet the amazing Paul Worsterling, who turned out to be just as exuberant and excited about fishing as he appears to be on his show. And so much more. I've never had this even when meeting premiers and sports stars... but I actually couldn't speak when I met him (LOL!).
He dropped some real wisdom on me those days. He had the aura, the confidence, the calming influence, and humour of another man I once new. A man who I wished could have joined me that day. And I knew the work his wife and kid, and team put in behind the scenes to make this happen too. They are really special people.
The day after that incredible adventure was the first time I was able to remember dad and smile, instead of cry. It made me realise that despite the stuff I'd been through, my #disability /#disabilities, and my doubts about my future (due to health), that I could still do so much, and be very happy.
It was life changing.
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I was diagnosed with cancer 13 years ago. I just got my cancer wish - being able to catch my first #Barramundi, an iconic Australian fish, with Paul from @ifishtv . I used to wait for that show to run during hospital. It was the only way that I could feel like I was outside, doing what I loved, instead of being in that place. And you can watch it all at 530pm, Sunday on 10 Bold! I got to fly on a helicopter and spot fish from the air, in the most remote, untraversable ecosystems in Australia with @helifish. I saw things id read about in geography in high school, and in my fishing books as a kid - the way drains formed after the wet season, resulting in baitfish, crocodiles, and the amazing Barramundi, crowded into tiny, sometimes metre wide holes. I saw wild buffalos, and packs of dingos ranging. A huge fire front from the air. And I got to catch and eat my first fresh #Barra, and be pampered by the amazing team in the barradise that is @crabclawislandresort, with my family and fishing buddy Josh @that.sk. And most importantly, I got to meet the amazing Paul Worsterling, who turned out to be just as exuberant and excited about fishing as he appears to be on his show. And so much more. I've never had this even when meeting premiers and sports stars... but I actually couldn't speak when I met him (LOL!). He dropped some real wisdom on me those days. He had the aura, the confidence, the calming influence, and humour of another man I once new. A man who I wished could have joined me that day. And I knew the work his wife and kid, and team put in behind the scenes to make this happen too. They are really special people. The day after that incredible adventure was the first time I was able to remember dad and smile, instead of cry. It made me realise that despite the stuff I'd been through, my #disability /#disabilities, and my doubts about my future (due to health), that I could still do so much, and be very happy. It was life changing. The organisation that ma
The most traumatising thing I've been through... and I've been through a lot 🤣🤣 #standup #semen #swimmers But seriously... I've had cancer 3 - 4 times, open heart surgery, I'm blind in my left eye and have had open heart surgery, all by 26. Maybe it's best if we don't keep me in the gene pool. Full thing: https://youtu.be/XFTELiNegyY
Interview on ABC Radio for Bheem Health, Doctors Against Violence and the Access App! #ZestAwards
I got an award I only recently found out I was nominated for. The event was inspiring, and it led to this!
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#StandUp from a Cripple. That Time I "Donated" Sperm + The Birthday Game.
Some stories of trauma told through comedy. I did "stand up" despite not being able to... stand up... yesterday. It was fun!
HQ version: https://youtu.be/XFTELiNegyY
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I'm Getting another Biopsy.
Yep. I could have cancer… Again. But don't worry, I'm only sh*tting myself literally.
I’ve had pain in my belly that’s constant, and has progressively been getting worse in the last month or two (plus severe constipation). It sucks. But though I do get scared about what could be sometimes, I’m not going to let this take even a SECOND more than it needs to from me.
I’ll keep y’all updated. I’m hoping it’s chronic pancreatitis and not anything bad, despite this feeling I’ve had in my gut (pun intended).
None of what I say requires bravery or courage though. When you take a step back, question your doubts and fears, and pick the option that leaves you most likely to succeed, the only way you're gonna go is up in life.
Don't just get inspired for a second and walk away. Learn from me and you won't have to learn the hard way.
There are a lot of things it could be. I'm hoping for the slim chance it's something reversible. But whatever it is, future Nikhil will deal with it. For now, ima just take that sweet sweet propofol, have an amazing nap, play day 2 of a poker tournament tomorrow, and savour every single moment I can.
I've done that so far in life. Nothing's gonna change here!
#cancer #stomachcancer #pancreatitis #chronicpancreatitis #logic #bravery #courage #idontneedit #logic #is #best #reasoned #optimism #sustainable #motivation #Nikhil #book
But yeah... bowel prep sucks. Yesterday, I laughed at a tiktok and poop came guzzling out like when people spit out coffee after a joke...
I Recently Started Needing A Wheelchair. Cherish Everything.
I recently had to start using a chair to get around. I can still walk with a stick to most places, thankfully. In this talk, I highlighted to highschool kids who get to play the sport I used to love - basketball - to make the most of every moment and opportunity they have.
I can't even begin to explain how much I miss basketball. I saw our old basketball highlight videos running in the background and felt a lump in my throat.
But I'm really glad I got the opportunities I did to enjoy this aspect of life. And I guess I've just gotta focus on what I still can do rather than the stuff I can't change.
Check out my YouTube - I'll upload more talks there (I'm gonna start doing more, as it also helps me while helping others), and maybe more?
https://youtu.be/wi6bWAolgeg
#SydneyBoys #SydneyBoysHighSchool #Wheelchair #Disability #Life #Cancer #CancerLyf #CherishLife
Dad has a moment with a Gorilla. #AnimalCaptivity #ForProfitZoos #CancerDad
My dad had a moment with a gorilla. I made a little post with excellent commentary about animal captivity and for profit zoos, and the unnecessary suffering these animals go through (in Australia, most - perhaps all of our zoos - are NFP run. This is not the case in the US).
It was also an extremely sentimental moment (at 1minute or so, the gorilla literally hits the glass in frustration as dad makes out to leave), that will stay with my dad forever.
The top comment on my post:
"Which one's your dad?"
I have friends with excellent memeing ability.
But seriously, this is really sad. I completely forgot what I'd learned from the Tiger King, otherwise I would have never supported this. Be careful where you zoo people. No wonder there were no "Donate to this conservation charity!" signs in there. They also take bequests from family to further zoo profits! It's messed up!!!
#gorilla #animals #animalsanctuary #forprofit #zoo #conservation? #wildlife
https://youtu.be/6qSKqOHsV88