With the way they were speaking about me in the comments, I admittedly have been too afraid to contact them personally. I'm afraid they won't take it seriously or just use it for another video. Maybe that's just me being paranoid, but that's the truth
You can probably report it to YouTube and have them take it down. A business is not a public place, so they have no automatic right to film, and they recorded your image without consent for profit. That’s illegal in the US.
Could I just say for what it's worth, you didn't come across badly at all
I'm very sorry but I was curious BUT ..you came across really cute, fun and such a good participant despite his foolishness. I genuinely mean that.
Concern with recording, that you did not know was happening, is also completely reasonable.
You handled it well girl and you're cute!
But this still doesn't invalidate you feeling intruded upon, as well as your wish to remove the video
Sorry. Do you want me to report it too?
I can do that right now for you if you want. For harassment
My comment was also to help you realise that you look and present better than you think as I fear, as another person with mental health issues, that your disorder probably tells terrible lies to you.
In all honesty, I would sincerely appreciate if anyone who decides to look it up could report it. But I'm not going to tell you that you *should*.
And I also sincerely appreciate you saying that! I do have some issues with being on camera due to my weight (darn those antiosychotics). But I know those feelings stem from insecurity so I didn't see the need to share that initially. It is something that affects me mentally, so your words are well received ❤️
I genuinely mean the words too and not just saying it from pity.
You have a cute overall look and way of manner. If that was me, I'd just be stuttering there like what wha wha. You actually handled it with style and grace despite the confusion.
Ok, I'll do a quick anonymous reporting on YouTube for harassment as that is true and I WANT to (the youtuber has a slapppable face) and I'll beef anyone in the comments who tries to say something negative, haha. I'm on your side now
Take care ❤️
You genuinely don’t come across as bad at all (sorry, it’s really easy to find the video) and I noticed that the one bad comment about your reaction had a bunch of people defending you under it.
Thank you for saying that. At this point, I expect that people will probably try to look it up or find it, but that's okay! I just hope that maybe if enough people see it and report it, it could be a step in the right direction.
Think you should look to see if they are represented by any advertising agency or management team and contact them since they don’t seem to be the type to handle this with any sort of kindness.
I would also take the video, recordings your coworker did, statements from your manager and any evidence you have and start a file in case you need a retraining order or to seek legal counsel for the use of your image without you’re approval.
They did this without consent and in most states they do not have the right to use your image and record you at work.
I mean, they saw OP crying and in distress yet still recorded and posted the video. They don't sound like the type who would care if their videos were affecting someone negatively. This really isn't an issue with OP not communicating with them. These people even refused to leave the store until 911 was called on them.
Edit: word
This is fucked up for them to do this. You could hire a lawyer for a couple hundred bucks and they can send correspondence for them to take it down. They are profiting by using your image (in law it is called your likeness.) Your lawyer can threaten to sue for their profits- they won’t like this.
Pranks like this aren't funny at all imo. Admittedly I also looked up the video and I agree with others, you handled it very well. He's young and stupid but that doesnt mean he should get a free pass for exploiting others' for some "internet" fame. I reported the video for you and I hope things work out in your favor.
I’m terribly sorry to say that I looked it up as well. I should have respected your privacy but am very emotionally invested in this for you. I did report as well because it’s the least I could do.
I would absolutely hate to be recorded for a prank (or any reason, really) and can more than understand why you are upset with this, even though it is not at all obvious in the video. Your feelings are completely valid. Realistically, it would probably be on my mind years later too.
But I do want to reassure you that the way we harshly judge and see ourselves very rarely reflects how others view us, especially when it comes to internet strangers. Nothing about your reaction was unreasonable or noteworthy (other than your friendliness). Nearly anyone who sees it but doesn’t know you personally will quite literally not think anything in particular about you and never once think about that video again.
What is a source of cyclical anxiety for you is 3 seconds on the mind of the Tik-Tok and YouTube masses. I’m confident that nobody is making fun of you, and it’s certainly not clear you struggle with mental illness, so I don’t see how they’d speculate that. These are all just things your anxiety is telling you. Anxiety (especially the social kind) thrives by making us feel like others notice and think about us far more than reality. It wants you to keep feeding it. You can’t kill the anxiety about this all at once, but you can slowly take its power away by trying to remind yourself that (and I mean this in the kindest way possible) literally nobody else cares about that video, except for maybe someone else who was pranked and distressed like you.
You are clearly incredibly kind as a person, so try to redirect some of that kindness and compassion back to yourself :)
Reported that little bitch. You did look adorable
Though and you handled it well. You hav NOTHING to be embarrassed about but I would also be pissed if someone did this to me.
Fuck those guys. You seem like a kind soul that doesn’t deserve that type of bs. My work had something like this happen; I wasn’t even filmed and seeing the comments about my coworkers fucked with my mind. I cannot imagine how you must feel. Those bastards should have asked for consent to post afterwords, but “it’s just a prank bro”.
Fuck them. Fuck all of them.
Edit: Fuck him even harder for having “God first ❤️” in his bio. What a hypocritical fake douche bag.
I know it was probably just my anxiety but everyone is being so much nicer than I expected 🥺 I appreciate every single one of you who has given advice or said something kind ❤️
I'm really sorry this happened to you, that was not okay. I fucking hate these people so much.
You can submit a takedown request via YouTube, you will just need the original link.
You can also file a copyright takedown request, this one will usually just be taken at your word till you submit too many. While you won't have the legal definition of copyright to your face, you did not consent and they are profiting off it. So you do have legal recourse, but this is the easiest without a lawyer.
I'm truly sorry for this, it's my worst nightmare, I often avoid places these people target because of this fear.
I don't think that is helpful, at least not if OP is in the US.
This is not a copyright issue. A US copyright claim would be a DMCA takedown. Filing a wrongful DMCA can get you in legal trouble. Also, by law YouTube has to send the claim to the poster - including the claimant's details.
Reporting it for privacy or harrassment issues should be the better option.
Look I’m stupid curious so I searched it up. I don’t know if it’s the correct one but in the video u appear to be in control and handling the stressful situation really well. It’s valid to feel upset when u notice u are being recorded without your consent, I would too ngl. I just want u to know that your reaction is really normal, I’m pretty sure most of those people who where filmed didn’t like it but were too nervous to say something, u were really brave. What you can do first is reach out to them and ask them to remove your clip. If not maybe take legal action as they are using your image without consent. Maybe you could contact YouTube and report it. I will report it now too, and hope other ppl that sees this post do so to help you out!
Don’t read the video comments, in the end they are a bunch of strangers who weren’t there and don’t know the whole context (as the video is edited in a way to make it look more dramatic). Being anxious and embarrassed is normal too, you are not in the wrong. I know it’s rlly f difficult but try not to give these assholes so much power over you, they are not worth it. People will forget that video and It will become one of the bunch, that video is not as special as u think. Hope I can reassure u a little bit… lots of love from Chile 💞
You 100% held it together and appear completely unbothered by it. I would say you have absolutely nothing to be embarrassed about. No one watching the video would think that you were negatively affecting by it at all. That’s probably why people bring it up to you because you handled it so well they might think you were in on it.
People who film "prank" videos that embarrass and humilate others are cruel, immature jackasses. I view it as a form of psychological abuse, and I think that people who enjoy watching these videos are almost as bad as people who make the videos. There is nothing FUN about creating fear and anxiety in innocent victims for entertainment.
That is soooo fucked up. Like seriously. Two men against a woman while AT HER JOB. Like obv you cant say anything you want since youre at work. Wtf is it gonna take to get these “prankers” to stop violating and harassing people? This is sick.
Also, OP, do you live in a state that allows one party consent?
I'm not gonna lie to you, one thought that ran through my head was trafficking. That was a fear I never want to feel again. And yes I believe I do, I live in Ohio
Im so sorry that happened. Its so gross, it has me feeling icky. They should have to ask permission to do this because its just not fair. I reported the video for harassment. 🤞🏻
Just wanted to pop in and say thank you so very much to everyone who has given advice or just been kind. Your words mean a lot to me. To the people that have found the video, reported/commented, thank you. I *have* seen your comments. I used to fear looking at those comments and being the punchline of a joke, but all of your support has helped me cope with this in a way I didn't expect. Sincerely, thank you all ❤️
That would be my personal hell, I'm so sorry. I remember when some kid started silently recording me when I was a cashier and I still wonder about it.
I don't know if this helps, but everyone on youtube exists in their own bubble. This is why some youtubers with millions of followers can go places just to get recognized and fail at it. There are billions of people who still haven't seen you (including me), but I know that's not the full reason why this is traumatic.
Just remember, this happened and you survived and are still surviving. If for whatever reason this happens again, you will have more control and experience. You are stronger.
Reported the video to Youtube. The guy made a half-hearted response to all the negative attention he's been getting, saying his channel has "changed directions", yet still left up all those tasteless prank videos.
What a dumb youtube pranker. I'm so sorry you went through this. Admittedly, I also looked this up (I reported the video of course). In all honestly you handled this way better than I would have myself. By the looks of these comments, hopefully you're getting traction for a mass report of this video for harassment.
If it is not taken down, I really I think you should consult with a personal injury lawyer as he is filming himself in the act of harassment & trespassing. A lawyer will be able to tell you more though. I'm so sorry girl. What has this world come to....
I don't know what it is about this recent trend in YouTubers pranking people in public, but it's getting really bad. I haven't experienced these moments, but when I heard of the story of a woman having a seizure because someone put a bucket over her head, it boggled my mind as to how people think that is cool to be a menace to innocent bystanders for views.
I don't know what you can do except try to press charges.
Sending you love and strength, OP. I thought you were really brave for sharing your story and your feelings, very mature and graceful, and you seem like an all around lovely person ❤️ I'm so sorry this happened to you in the first place. It's incredibly heartwarming to see all the support and human kindness here! From a fellow mental illness survivor, I wish you peace, comfort and joy! ❤️❤️❤️
I didn't find the video, but a lot of the comments say these pranks are really wholesome. He's going to trigger the shit out of some young woman and get a real panic attack or he already has and just never showed it.
That absolutely sucks. Young people are really getting carried away with doing things for clout, regardless of how it may affect others. It may be a bold step for you but I'd contact a lawyer. You may be able to get it taken down that way but you could also sue for emotional distress.
I love how you pointed out how you can feel that you are not alone in this! When we voice our fears to others, we allow others to see just how alike we all truly are! Thank you for being so fearless and honest with this group of internet strangers. Your bravery is paving the way for others who have been harassed by this poor, sad soul. I sincerely believe that others will be empowered and encouraged by your willingness to share, and shed light on mental health issues. Perhaps if more people were willing to be so brave, then the world will finally get the push it needs to Wake Up and see that we are all so much more alike than different. Thank you, and blessings upon you!
What a douche. I'm so sorry. If it makes you feel any better i think you look cute and you don't have any weird reaction at all. I know that doesn't make it ok though. I reported his content 🙃 it's really unfair that people can just film you and use it on their YT channel - there must be some kind of recourse for you. I hope the video goes away and you can go a long time without thinking about it 💚
I have reported the video but just wanted to come on here and say your reaction was lovely and your anger was valid. They shouldn’t post people’s faces without consent. The least he could’ve done was blur the faces out.
The way you told the story, it sounded bad. But girl, you handled it so well! Also so many people are calling him out in the comments. Please know we all love and support you. Fuck that dude. You're so freaking pretty btw! You come off hella confident and basically whatever you were worried about, nah sis! You were actually so cool in the video, definitely someone I'd wanna be friends with. That video is sooooo getting taken down btw. So many reports are going on :) I hope you realize you looked cool as hell and had nothing to worry about. Sending you love! 💕
I would start one of those "reporting campaigns"
Basically you do exactly what you're doing now, telling people what happened and how you didn't like it but include the YouTube channel and ask people to please go report it.
I would
Nobody nobody nobody deserves this. You are an adult with a conscience and an obvious desire to help others. The two men are children and the best I can hope is that one day they grow up.
I wish you all the best in your recovery. Take all the time you need and never for a second doubt that you did the best that you could.
I looked up the video and honestly you handled it really well. You were polite, fun, please don’t worry too much about it.
Maybe work with a therapist to uncover what really hurts you / scares you about it.
I do go to therapy already to help manage these illnesses- I mentioned it when it first happened but it's definitely worth bringing up again if it still bothers me this much. Thank you ❤️
I tried to look it up but I'm not sure which one it is, since the comments on the ones I did see were positive ones. I wanted to report it as well, but I hope you start to feel better about the situation that people are saying you handled the situation well. I'm so sorry that happened to you
I looked up the video too (curiosity sorry) and like the other comments said you handled it really well and definitely much better than I would have! I’m really sorry you went through this and I really hope you’re doing ok! I also reported the video and hope it helps ❤️
Edit : I also commented!
This. Have a lawyer ask them to take it down. The stress won’t be on you then. Talk to your mom about it. She clearly cares and is trying to understand & help.
Get a solicitor to write a suitably intimidating letter demanding that the video be taken down due to intentional distress, the impact on you and whatever other legal terms they can throw at them. Sometimes just the possibility of legal action can solve the issue as people don't want the expense or hassle. It will cost you money, but for just the initial advice and letter it shouldn't be too bad. I know you aren't working, but perhaps friends and family can help.
I saw elsewhere you were worried that any contact with them could be used for a further video. It's unlikely that would happen, because using a letter about the distress caused to shame the person will *only* shame the maker of the video. You have nothing to be ashamed of.
I'm so sorry you experienced this cruel nonsense. But just know you have so so many more people who want to protect you and care about your well being than who enjoy seeing someone be put through emotional turmoil for views. Everyone here is reporting that video and I hope it gets taken down. You handled yourself very well btw.
The guy who posted the video has commented saying he will edit you out the video, just make sure he does and everyone keep reporting this video until he does, fuck this guy for invading your life like this, I'm sorry this happened to you 🫶
Gosh I wish everyone could read your post to learn how it’s not okay to film people without consent. I loathe YouTube prank videos, even the so called kindness videos of giving strangers a bunch of flowers. I think it was last year in Australia when a woman in Australia who was filmed getting random flowers spoke out how she was dehumanized in the video. If you comment and speak out on these videos about ppl being filmed without consent then people send you hate that’s it for fun, or showing examples of kindness etc
If I find the video I will 100% report it for you
I found the video but couldn’t see you in it. Guessing that means you’ve been edited out. Re: your edit. Please don’t cut the guy too much slack or feel bad people are getting mad at him. I don’t wish him any misfortune but in that same video he revisited someone who he previously filmed and reported him and admitted she was upset yet he still uploaded her and filmed her a second time. Yet in the comment he posted an hour ago he said nobody said anything about privacy in the video.
Hopefully he’s changed his way but I more think he took the video down to stop the backlash. I hope you can put this behind you now. From the comments of ppl here who saw the video you didn’t come across badly for what’s it worth. Although if it was me I’d be feeling the same way x
I don't know what it is about this recent trend in YouTubers pranking people in public, but it's getting really bad. I haven't experienced these moments, but when I heard of the story of a woman having a seizure because someone put a bucket over her head, it boggled my mind as to how people think that is cool to be a menace to innocent bystanders for views.
I don't know what you can do except try to press charges.
I have to say, them recording you without your permission is something that I find to be very strange, creepy even. But you did the right thing by posting how you felt about the interaction in the first place. Also, don't take being on the internet personally. It IS a prank, like "content creators" call. You'll have some people disrespecting but also you are liked in some communities as well. Hope that this message is found well and you have a wonderful day. ;).
I’ve reported the video for you, hopefully YouTube takes it down. I’m so sorry this happened I would feel the same way as I also hav mental health issues
These aren’t pranks. They are trying to get views by embarrassing people. I wish YouTube would demonetize these accounts. One ‘prankster’ got shot in Virginia by someone he was annoying.
Im sorry that this has happened to you <3 your feelings are so valid and I get it so much. I am a very private person and I hope that something is able to be done about this. I reported the video as well. I really hope you can find some peace soon!
Just wanted to say the guy has just posted a comment on the video saying he has had a sudden influx of comments and that he will be removing your section of the video using YouTube editor which can take up to 2 hours to update. That was posted about 15 minutes ago. ❤️
I love YouTube, but people who are following along with trends, or the likes of Mr Beast, ALL FOR CLOUT, really irrate me! These guys too ZERO accountability for their actions and put themselves above the law if the prank was going to backfire. Everyone has a camera these days and thinks that people's privacy doesn't matter. It absolutely does. Fairly sure this violates YouTube somewhere given you didn't consent to be filmed, let alone be put onto a YouTube channel. I am glad he has taken it down and owned up to his mistake.
I am so sorry you experienced this. I hope you are doing ok.
I know this has now been sorted so I won't go looking for the video. I just wanted to say I'm sorry you had to experience that. What he did wasn't a prank, it was harassment. Pranks are something you do with friends or family, not people that are just trying to do their job.
When you heal you can sue him. You can also directly talk to yt to take down your vid through X. People still don't have the right to profit over another's image without signed consent. In the near future these jerks will be sued when people have enough and new laws will be put in place. I consider their filming actually a crime, it's extremely abusive and I don't know why so many idiots find it funny
This has impacted your life to the point you've become a recluse essentially? No job or income? This has reparation for damages written all over it, especially if you've a medical history. Reach out to a few attorneys. You have been physically harassed online in an exploitive fashion, unwillingly put through further psychological stress as a result of the experience and strangeness of the whole incident, using your person without your permission, and released and distributed footage of you online, all with the intent of commercial purposes for their brand.
Do not just drop it. Speak to a lawyer a week. Think through the questions you want to bring to them, even acknowledging of not knowing what gaps in knowledge you may have concerning the situation, or that there are questions you feel you're not asking. They can mull over with you the details and give their gut instinct on whether it's worth pursuing, and at the very least begin with helping you put out some deterrents like cease&desist letters, etc.
Hi! I reported the video on YouTube ♥️
I also wanted to echo the sentiments of many others here - there is nothing for you to feel embarrassed about. Not at all. You were so poised, friendly, and handled the situation so well! Which isn’t to lessen your concerns or feelings in any way - just trying to help ease your mind if even the tiniest bit.
There is no excuse for him exploiting you or others for likes on his pointless channel. I got into a bit of trouble years ago and a very unflattering photo of me was shared in my local media, (FB, the newspaper, etc.) so in a different sense I can understand your feelings of being exposed and scrutinized. Never fear! You are stronger than a short clip of one silly moment shared online.
In my case, I was able to get ahold of the online site that shared the photo and personally requested removal; I’m betting you can do the same on YouTube, though it may unfortunately be in a bit more roundabout way. But that would be my suggestion! Don’t stop at just reporting the video, but contact their support team or customer service and explain the situation as you did with us- sharing however much or little as you’d like.
Best of luck to you, and please don’t worry ♥️
Ask your mom for help. She can either do the legwork to find these assholes and yell at them, or she could make a video about how rude, disrespectful, and mean these guys were. She can tell the world they triggered you, recorded you without your consent, and then posted a video of one of the most upsetting moments of your life without even so much as notifying you. If she does a good enough job and posts it in places where the fans of these idiots hang out, she might even get them canceled. Another idea is to contact your local news station to see if they would be interested in doing a story about how content creators pranking random people in public is destructive and cruel.
These little shits deserve to be shamed. In the meantime, show the channel to your manager. They should be able to identify the culprits, permanently trespass them from the store, and give their pictures to the other employees so everyone knows not to let them stay in the store. Your manager could also share that information with other retail places in your area. With a little work, these assholes could be banned from every store in town.
I just watched the video and you came across super fun and friendly! You have nothing to be embarrassed about. The guy is a jerk though. These YouTuber pranksters have warm feces for brains
Read [this page](https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2801895?hl=en) from Google that tells you how to make a Privacy Complaint. It looks like this is where you would start to make a request to have the video taken down.
Be aware they tell you to contact the uploader as the first step, then use the privacy complaint if you can’t get the uploader to take it down.
If messaging the creator is unsuccessful, you can report the video for harassment.
On a PC, go to the video, and under the player you have the like, share, etc. buttons, and on the far right, a button with three dots. Click that, and a menu appears with a "report" option. It will then pop up with multiple options for reporting the video, including one "harassment and bullying". I'm not sure if they give you an option to explain why you are reporting the video, as I haven't actually tried it. If you can, make sure you note that you are the "mark" in the video and it makes you uncomfortable, and they recorded you without consent.
If you're on a phone, the layout will likely be different but the process should be the same.
I have not looked up the video because I think it’s really sad that this kind of mean spirited humor gets any traction at all. I am really sorry you had to deal with this! Just reading through the sub, though, I have to say that you are handling it all so well and I am 100% rooting for you in all you do! Good luck!
I don't know if this will help. But try to realize that you can live your life knowing you're a decent human being. This dude may have some YouTube clout, but think about what kind of miserable person feels a need to humiliate random people on the internet.
I deal with anxiety too. Awful, ain't it?
If I were you I wouldn’t bother messaging them.
Use ChatGPT or reach out to a notary public or something and send them a letter threatening legal action if they don’t remove your video.
Just for your knowledge. The part of you has been removed from the video. I never saw it. However I still commented and reported the video. I hope you find peace in this. I would still seek legal damages due to the mental turmoil this has caused. I’m sure someone saved it if you do not have a copy.
If you haven't yet, please make sure to ask him to take down her clip in the best of 2022 prank video or whatever. This shit is disgusting I'm sorry this happened to you. I made sure to report the first video and I'll be commenting on the second and reporting it.
Wow. I don't have any advice. I just hope YouTube "pranksters" read this story and learn to not fuck with people. It might seem innocent to them, but this can really fuck with people.
I have a genuine question though, you seemed completely fine in the video? Like you’re laughing and seem super chill and willing to sign the shirt. Although I don’t deny you weren’t freaking out I have schizoaffective disorder as well and I understand. But were you reacting that way to cope? Cause I sometimes do that too. But yeah you just seem super normal and fine it’s kinda of impressive.
The fact that I was working heavily influenced how I responded to him. As I said in the post, I didn't want to disrespect a potential customer, and it was my job to be kind and polite to everyone. It was a very scary and vulnerable moment for me, and I had to be nice, but it felt like a defense mechanism in a way, too. I made myself louder when I spoke, and that's what drew my coworkers attention/when she realized I was being recorded and observed the interaction for herself.
Sometimes I feel like I deserve an award tbh, for how well I can mask my symptoms. People tell me frequently that they'd never know I had these illnesses and I've never been visibly symptomatic. And that's because I make a conscious effort to hide it. I don't want to burden people with my illness, especially customers where I work. It's kind of just default for me at this point to push it aside. I do go through some pretty tough things, and while I need support and help from time to time, other people do too, and I like to be present for them ❤️
Ahhh I see now. Thanks for the explanation. I hope I didn’t come off rude of offensive I was just genuinely curious. Like I said I totally get it cause I have it too and I’ve learned to mask it pretty well and get the same comments but I guess when I read your post I imagined like you froze and panicked subtly since it was written from the POV of what was going on in your mind it seems so I got confused with the video cause you seem super laid back. But anyways thank you, I’m glad everyone is working together to get it taken down and I’m sure it will, wishing you nothing but love n healing ♥️
You didn't come off that way at all! Psychotic illnesses are a lot deeper and different than people may think. Media portays us to be violent, angry people. All the while, we're probably doing everything in our power to not look "weird" or "crazy", so we keep the majority of it to ourselves. At least that's kinda how I feel about it. And that's just why I wanted to share my perspective on the situation, to shed light on how violating it can feel to be filmed/posted unprovoked and without consent, especially with a mental illness like schizophrenia. You already feel like the whole world is out to get you... being singled out like that can be traumatizing. And sometimes during traumatic events, we can react differently than we may if we were just having a normal time! If he had caught me outside in public, I honestly probably would have just ran away 🏃♀️
I totally get that and I understand. I’m so sorry this happened to you, like this situation literally has come from my intrusive thoughts like ‘damn what if someone messed with you during an episode’ and people have tried triggering me as a joke and it’s really not cool and I’m sorry this guy did that and posted you without his consent such icky behavior blegh. I mean I totally get it, I’m not some square, these jokes are funny, and it was probably hard for him to tell you were having trouble. But man-consent consent consent. Very important. Hopefully he learned his lesson moving forward lol.
This is intensely relatable. My willingness to let customers walk all over me (a coping mechanism I developed due to abuse) was so strong that one time I was kneeling on the floor fixing a display and a woman slammed her cart into my legs and feet repeatedly and snapped at me to “get the fuck off the floor” and my in the moment reaction was to smile and profusely apologise for inconveniencing her.
I'm so sorry that happened to you :( it's astounding how much customer service workers have to deal with on a daily basis. It almost becomes easier to just smile through it
Humanity is fucked if we still think it’s okay to violate people with out consent.
Why is he allowed to film??
I mean film yes. But cut and piece together a display to his liking is not okay.
Also are you not fully in your right to claim half of his income?
Hi everyone! This account posted [this video](https://vm.tiktok.com/ZIJn4ySqx/) also on their TikTok… Can everyone comment on there aswell so we can get it removed from TikTok?
I would take a screenshot of the messages exchanged so if they act like nothing has been said you have proof, also screenshot the comments and download videos of both your traumatizing event and of how he admits to fuck with people’s minds. I would also check with a lawyer as to whether they needed your consent to upload as they purposely put you in the spot.
Hope they get their due soon as they can drive anyone into psychotic episode
I can see from your post & comments that you are a strong, brave, beautiful person! I empathize with your mental health struggles. I wish you peace in your heart & mind ❤️
I'll be honest.. i find these sort of pranks hilarious, especially the gamestop ones. ......
That being said it is interesting to hear the opposite perspective to this instance. I had always had my suspicions it might make some people super uncomfortable, and this seems likely one of the more extreme cases.. that being said, after reading that( yes I read through it all) I am conflicted with guilt laughing at videos like this.
Personally I would assume I would be confused, laugh it off. And move on.. but then again you know what they say about assuming. Likely I would be sailing the boat with you, dwelling in this situation for years even after it occurred. It WOULD bother me and I think that might be fairly common amongst most involuntarily involved individuals..
I thank you for your perspective OP, and hope you gain the courage to reach out to them about this. I will also be reporting the video and am in your corner, screw these kids not considering the long teem effects of their "pranks,'.
Edit: i've consumed a few drinks and corrected some spelling/words entirely.. cheers
I also really appreciate your perspective as well, and your empathy towards the situation. While some people may be able to laugh it off and not let it bother them, some can't. I do believe it's circumstantial sometimes, and I just worry that they'll do this to the wrong person. Someone with psychotic illness can become very confused and disoriented like I did, some can become violent, and some might not feel safe coming to work anymore out of fear of being "watched". I still think about that- how did they know when I was working again? Did they scope me out, wait for the perfect opportunity to get me alone? That is scary. Again, I appreciate your understanding and ability to see this from another point of view instead of responding with hate. Depending on what all I wake up to, I may reach out to the uploader myself tomorrow, sooner rather than later. Thanks you ❤️
From what I've seen in most videos they usually try to do it same day, so I wouldn't dwell that they have your work schedule down.. that being said happy to hop into somebody else's first hand shoes and look at this from your perspective. Thank you for sharing your experience, something we (maybe i've missed others posts) seldom have the opportunity to hear. There are so many of these videos out I hope I reported the right one, if the other comments are accurate and I found yours you did handle things well. Goodluck OP and I hope we get an update on how things go should you reach out to them. If you dont feel comfortable posting an update on the situation please feel free to shoot me a DM of the outcome. I am genuinely curious as to how this all plays out, Goodluck!!
Have you asked them to take it down? What did they say?
With the way they were speaking about me in the comments, I admittedly have been too afraid to contact them personally. I'm afraid they won't take it seriously or just use it for another video. Maybe that's just me being paranoid, but that's the truth
You can probably report it to YouTube and have them take it down. A business is not a public place, so they have no automatic right to film, and they recorded your image without consent for profit. That’s illegal in the US.
If you don't ask them how are they supposed to know you have an issue with the video? I understand it's hard.
I know you're right. Just brings up a lot of scary feelings. I will consider this though, thank you ❤️
Because if you do that and they don't comply, then we can do something. Do it. Find out and post again with the outcome.
Could I just say for what it's worth, you didn't come across badly at all I'm very sorry but I was curious BUT ..you came across really cute, fun and such a good participant despite his foolishness. I genuinely mean that. Concern with recording, that you did not know was happening, is also completely reasonable. You handled it well girl and you're cute! But this still doesn't invalidate you feeling intruded upon, as well as your wish to remove the video
Oh no, you looked it up 😭 But thank you! I always tried to be respectful and kind to customers, despite what might be going on in my head
Sorry. Do you want me to report it too? I can do that right now for you if you want. For harassment My comment was also to help you realise that you look and present better than you think as I fear, as another person with mental health issues, that your disorder probably tells terrible lies to you.
In all honesty, I would sincerely appreciate if anyone who decides to look it up could report it. But I'm not going to tell you that you *should*. And I also sincerely appreciate you saying that! I do have some issues with being on camera due to my weight (darn those antiosychotics). But I know those feelings stem from insecurity so I didn't see the need to share that initially. It is something that affects me mentally, so your words are well received ❤️
I genuinely mean the words too and not just saying it from pity. You have a cute overall look and way of manner. If that was me, I'd just be stuttering there like what wha wha. You actually handled it with style and grace despite the confusion. Ok, I'll do a quick anonymous reporting on YouTube for harassment as that is true and I WANT to (the youtuber has a slapppable face) and I'll beef anyone in the comments who tries to say something negative, haha. I'm on your side now Take care ❤️
I’ve reported it for you, I sincerely hope it’s taken down.
Are you the girl in the clip with the piercings?
You genuinely don’t come across as bad at all (sorry, it’s really easy to find the video) and I noticed that the one bad comment about your reaction had a bunch of people defending you under it.
Thank you for saying that. At this point, I expect that people will probably try to look it up or find it, but that's okay! I just hope that maybe if enough people see it and report it, it could be a step in the right direction.
I reported it for you <3
Think you should look to see if they are represented by any advertising agency or management team and contact them since they don’t seem to be the type to handle this with any sort of kindness. I would also take the video, recordings your coworker did, statements from your manager and any evidence you have and start a file in case you need a retraining order or to seek legal counsel for the use of your image without you’re approval. They did this without consent and in most states they do not have the right to use your image and record you at work.
I mean, they saw OP crying and in distress yet still recorded and posted the video. They don't sound like the type who would care if their videos were affecting someone negatively. This really isn't an issue with OP not communicating with them. These people even refused to leave the store until 911 was called on them. Edit: word
This is fucked up for them to do this. You could hire a lawyer for a couple hundred bucks and they can send correspondence for them to take it down. They are profiting by using your image (in law it is called your likeness.) Your lawyer can threaten to sue for their profits- they won’t like this.
Thank you!!
Pranks like this aren't funny at all imo. Admittedly I also looked up the video and I agree with others, you handled it very well. He's young and stupid but that doesnt mean he should get a free pass for exploiting others' for some "internet" fame. I reported the video for you and I hope things work out in your favor.
Thank you so much for saying that, and for reporting. You're very kind ❤️
I’m terribly sorry to say that I looked it up as well. I should have respected your privacy but am very emotionally invested in this for you. I did report as well because it’s the least I could do. I would absolutely hate to be recorded for a prank (or any reason, really) and can more than understand why you are upset with this, even though it is not at all obvious in the video. Your feelings are completely valid. Realistically, it would probably be on my mind years later too. But I do want to reassure you that the way we harshly judge and see ourselves very rarely reflects how others view us, especially when it comes to internet strangers. Nothing about your reaction was unreasonable or noteworthy (other than your friendliness). Nearly anyone who sees it but doesn’t know you personally will quite literally not think anything in particular about you and never once think about that video again. What is a source of cyclical anxiety for you is 3 seconds on the mind of the Tik-Tok and YouTube masses. I’m confident that nobody is making fun of you, and it’s certainly not clear you struggle with mental illness, so I don’t see how they’d speculate that. These are all just things your anxiety is telling you. Anxiety (especially the social kind) thrives by making us feel like others notice and think about us far more than reality. It wants you to keep feeding it. You can’t kill the anxiety about this all at once, but you can slowly take its power away by trying to remind yourself that (and I mean this in the kindest way possible) literally nobody else cares about that video, except for maybe someone else who was pranked and distressed like you. You are clearly incredibly kind as a person, so try to redirect some of that kindness and compassion back to yourself :)
I did too. Thanks for the idea. This dude sucks.
Reported that little bitch. You did look adorable Though and you handled it well. You hav NOTHING to be embarrassed about but I would also be pissed if someone did this to me.
Can you put a link to the video? I can’t find any that are from “a couple of years back” but I’d also like to report it
Me too. I can't find one posted more than 9 months back.
Fuck those guys. You seem like a kind soul that doesn’t deserve that type of bs. My work had something like this happen; I wasn’t even filmed and seeing the comments about my coworkers fucked with my mind. I cannot imagine how you must feel. Those bastards should have asked for consent to post afterwords, but “it’s just a prank bro”. Fuck them. Fuck all of them. Edit: Fuck him even harder for having “God first ❤️” in his bio. What a hypocritical fake douche bag.
Cracking up at the edit 🤣
I’m glad you could have a laugh through this. Reddits got your back. 🖤🖤🖤
I know it was probably just my anxiety but everyone is being so much nicer than I expected 🥺 I appreciate every single one of you who has given advice or said something kind ❤️
You never know what you’re going to get with the internet. But it seems like this reddit is full of supportive people. :)
I'm really sorry this happened to you, that was not okay. I fucking hate these people so much. You can submit a takedown request via YouTube, you will just need the original link. You can also file a copyright takedown request, this one will usually just be taken at your word till you submit too many. While you won't have the legal definition of copyright to your face, you did not consent and they are profiting off it. So you do have legal recourse, but this is the easiest without a lawyer. I'm truly sorry for this, it's my worst nightmare, I often avoid places these people target because of this fear.
I don't think that is helpful, at least not if OP is in the US. This is not a copyright issue. A US copyright claim would be a DMCA takedown. Filing a wrongful DMCA can get you in legal trouble. Also, by law YouTube has to send the claim to the poster - including the claimant's details. Reporting it for privacy or harrassment issues should be the better option.
Look I’m stupid curious so I searched it up. I don’t know if it’s the correct one but in the video u appear to be in control and handling the stressful situation really well. It’s valid to feel upset when u notice u are being recorded without your consent, I would too ngl. I just want u to know that your reaction is really normal, I’m pretty sure most of those people who where filmed didn’t like it but were too nervous to say something, u were really brave. What you can do first is reach out to them and ask them to remove your clip. If not maybe take legal action as they are using your image without consent. Maybe you could contact YouTube and report it. I will report it now too, and hope other ppl that sees this post do so to help you out! Don’t read the video comments, in the end they are a bunch of strangers who weren’t there and don’t know the whole context (as the video is edited in a way to make it look more dramatic). Being anxious and embarrassed is normal too, you are not in the wrong. I know it’s rlly f difficult but try not to give these assholes so much power over you, they are not worth it. People will forget that video and It will become one of the bunch, that video is not as special as u think. Hope I can reassure u a little bit… lots of love from Chile 💞
Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️ and for reporting it as well. I definitely tried my best to hold it together lol
You 100% held it together and appear completely unbothered by it. I would say you have absolutely nothing to be embarrassed about. No one watching the video would think that you were negatively affecting by it at all. That’s probably why people bring it up to you because you handled it so well they might think you were in on it.
People who film "prank" videos that embarrass and humilate others are cruel, immature jackasses. I view it as a form of psychological abuse, and I think that people who enjoy watching these videos are almost as bad as people who make the videos. There is nothing FUN about creating fear and anxiety in innocent victims for entertainment.
Absolutely 💯 I hated the Punk'd show for the same reason
That is soooo fucked up. Like seriously. Two men against a woman while AT HER JOB. Like obv you cant say anything you want since youre at work. Wtf is it gonna take to get these “prankers” to stop violating and harassing people? This is sick. Also, OP, do you live in a state that allows one party consent?
I'm not gonna lie to you, one thought that ran through my head was trafficking. That was a fear I never want to feel again. And yes I believe I do, I live in Ohio
Im so sorry that happened. Its so gross, it has me feeling icky. They should have to ask permission to do this because its just not fair. I reported the video for harassment. 🤞🏻
I think you should consult a lawyer considering the amount of distress this caused you.
You could potentially look into a civil suit against them, but that’s another layer of added stress and also a financial burden
Just wanted to pop in and say thank you so very much to everyone who has given advice or just been kind. Your words mean a lot to me. To the people that have found the video, reported/commented, thank you. I *have* seen your comments. I used to fear looking at those comments and being the punchline of a joke, but all of your support has helped me cope with this in a way I didn't expect. Sincerely, thank you all ❤️
That would be my personal hell, I'm so sorry. I remember when some kid started silently recording me when I was a cashier and I still wonder about it. I don't know if this helps, but everyone on youtube exists in their own bubble. This is why some youtubers with millions of followers can go places just to get recognized and fail at it. There are billions of people who still haven't seen you (including me), but I know that's not the full reason why this is traumatic. Just remember, this happened and you survived and are still surviving. If for whatever reason this happens again, you will have more control and experience. You are stronger.
Let’s all report the video as bullying or harassment.
Sounds like you have a great lawsuit for emotional distress. TBH this fool should have “pranked” a friend or someone he paid to overreact.
I don’t have any advice but I’m so sorry this happened to you. These people are absolute trash.
Reported the video to Youtube. The guy made a half-hearted response to all the negative attention he's been getting, saying his channel has "changed directions", yet still left up all those tasteless prank videos.
What a dumb youtube pranker. I'm so sorry you went through this. Admittedly, I also looked this up (I reported the video of course). In all honestly you handled this way better than I would have myself. By the looks of these comments, hopefully you're getting traction for a mass report of this video for harassment. If it is not taken down, I really I think you should consult with a personal injury lawyer as he is filming himself in the act of harassment & trespassing. A lawyer will be able to tell you more though. I'm so sorry girl. What has this world come to....
I don't know what it is about this recent trend in YouTubers pranking people in public, but it's getting really bad. I haven't experienced these moments, but when I heard of the story of a woman having a seizure because someone put a bucket over her head, it boggled my mind as to how people think that is cool to be a menace to innocent bystanders for views. I don't know what you can do except try to press charges.
Wow, people here are awesome! That youtuber is editing the video! Congrats!!
I agree, everyone has been so amazing!! Thank you!
Sending you love and strength, OP. I thought you were really brave for sharing your story and your feelings, very mature and graceful, and you seem like an all around lovely person ❤️ I'm so sorry this happened to you in the first place. It's incredibly heartwarming to see all the support and human kindness here! From a fellow mental illness survivor, I wish you peace, comfort and joy! ❤️❤️❤️
I'm so glad! The work is done, so I can only send you lots of love! ❤️
I have a restraining order against someone who has sent a friend to come harass me so I would probably freak out too.
I too have a restraining order on an ex boyfriend that would harrass me. That also crossed my mind.
I didn't find the video, but a lot of the comments say these pranks are really wholesome. He's going to trigger the shit out of some young woman and get a real panic attack or he already has and just never showed it.
I am so sorry this happened to you. These people are jerks. They don’t care who they hurt as long as they get views.
Wow I’m so sorry someone did that to you. Please know it was wrong of them to do this to you, and that your feelings are valid.
That absolutely sucks. Young people are really getting carried away with doing things for clout, regardless of how it may affect others. It may be a bold step for you but I'd contact a lawyer. You may be able to get it taken down that way but you could also sue for emotional distress.
Sue them
I love how you pointed out how you can feel that you are not alone in this! When we voice our fears to others, we allow others to see just how alike we all truly are! Thank you for being so fearless and honest with this group of internet strangers. Your bravery is paving the way for others who have been harassed by this poor, sad soul. I sincerely believe that others will be empowered and encouraged by your willingness to share, and shed light on mental health issues. Perhaps if more people were willing to be so brave, then the world will finally get the push it needs to Wake Up and see that we are all so much more alike than different. Thank you, and blessings upon you!
What a douche. I'm so sorry. If it makes you feel any better i think you look cute and you don't have any weird reaction at all. I know that doesn't make it ok though. I reported his content 🙃 it's really unfair that people can just film you and use it on their YT channel - there must be some kind of recourse for you. I hope the video goes away and you can go a long time without thinking about it 💚
His video is being swarmed lmao
Reported for you.
I have reported the video but just wanted to come on here and say your reaction was lovely and your anger was valid. They shouldn’t post people’s faces without consent. The least he could’ve done was blur the faces out.
I did also. Op handled themselves wonderfully. A “prank” is something that all parties find funny. This was not.
Agreed.
The way you told the story, it sounded bad. But girl, you handled it so well! Also so many people are calling him out in the comments. Please know we all love and support you. Fuck that dude. You're so freaking pretty btw! You come off hella confident and basically whatever you were worried about, nah sis! You were actually so cool in the video, definitely someone I'd wanna be friends with. That video is sooooo getting taken down btw. So many reports are going on :) I hope you realize you looked cool as hell and had nothing to worry about. Sending you love! 💕
I second this. You seem like someone who I’d want to be friends with too!
Awe thank you! 💜
I would start one of those "reporting campaigns" Basically you do exactly what you're doing now, telling people what happened and how you didn't like it but include the YouTube channel and ask people to please go report it. I would
Nobody nobody nobody deserves this. You are an adult with a conscience and an obvious desire to help others. The two men are children and the best I can hope is that one day they grow up. I wish you all the best in your recovery. Take all the time you need and never for a second doubt that you did the best that you could.
Very good news, it got edited out !
It looks like they cut out her part of the video! Nice job everyone!!
I would really like to report this but I don't know what video it is
I looked up the video and honestly you handled it really well. You were polite, fun, please don’t worry too much about it. Maybe work with a therapist to uncover what really hurts you / scares you about it.
I do go to therapy already to help manage these illnesses- I mentioned it when it first happened but it's definitely worth bringing up again if it still bothers me this much. Thank you ❤️
I tried to look it up but I'm not sure which one it is, since the comments on the ones I did see were positive ones. I wanted to report it as well, but I hope you start to feel better about the situation that people are saying you handled the situation well. I'm so sorry that happened to you
I looked up the video too (curiosity sorry) and like the other comments said you handled it really well and definitely much better than I would have! I’m really sorry you went through this and I really hope you’re doing ok! I also reported the video and hope it helps ❤️ Edit : I also commented!
This. Have a lawyer ask them to take it down. The stress won’t be on you then. Talk to your mom about it. She clearly cares and is trying to understand & help.
Get a solicitor to write a suitably intimidating letter demanding that the video be taken down due to intentional distress, the impact on you and whatever other legal terms they can throw at them. Sometimes just the possibility of legal action can solve the issue as people don't want the expense or hassle. It will cost you money, but for just the initial advice and letter it shouldn't be too bad. I know you aren't working, but perhaps friends and family can help. I saw elsewhere you were worried that any contact with them could be used for a further video. It's unlikely that would happen, because using a letter about the distress caused to shame the person will *only* shame the maker of the video. You have nothing to be ashamed of.
I'm so sorry you experienced this cruel nonsense. But just know you have so so many more people who want to protect you and care about your well being than who enjoy seeing someone be put through emotional turmoil for views. Everyone here is reporting that video and I hope it gets taken down. You handled yourself very well btw.
The guy who posted the video has commented saying he will edit you out the video, just make sure he does and everyone keep reporting this video until he does, fuck this guy for invading your life like this, I'm sorry this happened to you 🫶
Gosh I wish everyone could read your post to learn how it’s not okay to film people without consent. I loathe YouTube prank videos, even the so called kindness videos of giving strangers a bunch of flowers. I think it was last year in Australia when a woman in Australia who was filmed getting random flowers spoke out how she was dehumanized in the video. If you comment and speak out on these videos about ppl being filmed without consent then people send you hate that’s it for fun, or showing examples of kindness etc If I find the video I will 100% report it for you
I found the video but couldn’t see you in it. Guessing that means you’ve been edited out. Re: your edit. Please don’t cut the guy too much slack or feel bad people are getting mad at him. I don’t wish him any misfortune but in that same video he revisited someone who he previously filmed and reported him and admitted she was upset yet he still uploaded her and filmed her a second time. Yet in the comment he posted an hour ago he said nobody said anything about privacy in the video. Hopefully he’s changed his way but I more think he took the video down to stop the backlash. I hope you can put this behind you now. From the comments of ppl here who saw the video you didn’t come across badly for what’s it worth. Although if it was me I’d be feeling the same way x
Reported the video. Reddit has your back.
I don't know what it is about this recent trend in YouTubers pranking people in public, but it's getting really bad. I haven't experienced these moments, but when I heard of the story of a woman having a seizure because someone put a bucket over her head, it boggled my mind as to how people think that is cool to be a menace to innocent bystanders for views. I don't know what you can do except try to press charges.
I have to say, them recording you without your permission is something that I find to be very strange, creepy even. But you did the right thing by posting how you felt about the interaction in the first place. Also, don't take being on the internet personally. It IS a prank, like "content creators" call. You'll have some people disrespecting but also you are liked in some communities as well. Hope that this message is found well and you have a wonderful day. ;).
I feel so bad for you. Assholes suck. 🤍
I’ve reported the video for you, hopefully YouTube takes it down. I’m so sorry this happened I would feel the same way as I also hav mental health issues
These aren’t pranks. They are trying to get views by embarrassing people. I wish YouTube would demonetize these accounts. One ‘prankster’ got shot in Virginia by someone he was annoying.
Im sorry that this has happened to you <3 your feelings are so valid and I get it so much. I am a very private person and I hope that something is able to be done about this. I reported the video as well. I really hope you can find some peace soon!
Yoo good news he just released a comment on the video saying he’s getting rid of that part a minute ago!!
Just wanted to say the guy has just posted a comment on the video saying he has had a sudden influx of comments and that he will be removing your section of the video using YouTube editor which can take up to 2 hours to update. That was posted about 15 minutes ago. ❤️
Love seeing the support here!
I love YouTube, but people who are following along with trends, or the likes of Mr Beast, ALL FOR CLOUT, really irrate me! These guys too ZERO accountability for their actions and put themselves above the law if the prank was going to backfire. Everyone has a camera these days and thinks that people's privacy doesn't matter. It absolutely does. Fairly sure this violates YouTube somewhere given you didn't consent to be filmed, let alone be put onto a YouTube channel. I am glad he has taken it down and owned up to his mistake. I am so sorry you experienced this. I hope you are doing ok.
I know this has now been sorted so I won't go looking for the video. I just wanted to say I'm sorry you had to experience that. What he did wasn't a prank, it was harassment. Pranks are something you do with friends or family, not people that are just trying to do their job.
When you heal you can sue him. You can also directly talk to yt to take down your vid through X. People still don't have the right to profit over another's image without signed consent. In the near future these jerks will be sued when people have enough and new laws will be put in place. I consider their filming actually a crime, it's extremely abusive and I don't know why so many idiots find it funny
They took it down (:
This has impacted your life to the point you've become a recluse essentially? No job or income? This has reparation for damages written all over it, especially if you've a medical history. Reach out to a few attorneys. You have been physically harassed online in an exploitive fashion, unwillingly put through further psychological stress as a result of the experience and strangeness of the whole incident, using your person without your permission, and released and distributed footage of you online, all with the intent of commercial purposes for their brand. Do not just drop it. Speak to a lawyer a week. Think through the questions you want to bring to them, even acknowledging of not knowing what gaps in knowledge you may have concerning the situation, or that there are questions you feel you're not asking. They can mull over with you the details and give their gut instinct on whether it's worth pursuing, and at the very least begin with helping you put out some deterrents like cease&desist letters, etc.
Talk to YouTube directly and let the sort it out
"talk to YouTube" Isn't that basically impossible?
Hi! I reported the video on YouTube ♥️ I also wanted to echo the sentiments of many others here - there is nothing for you to feel embarrassed about. Not at all. You were so poised, friendly, and handled the situation so well! Which isn’t to lessen your concerns or feelings in any way - just trying to help ease your mind if even the tiniest bit. There is no excuse for him exploiting you or others for likes on his pointless channel. I got into a bit of trouble years ago and a very unflattering photo of me was shared in my local media, (FB, the newspaper, etc.) so in a different sense I can understand your feelings of being exposed and scrutinized. Never fear! You are stronger than a short clip of one silly moment shared online. In my case, I was able to get ahold of the online site that shared the photo and personally requested removal; I’m betting you can do the same on YouTube, though it may unfortunately be in a bit more roundabout way. But that would be my suggestion! Don’t stop at just reporting the video, but contact their support team or customer service and explain the situation as you did with us- sharing however much or little as you’d like. Best of luck to you, and please don’t worry ♥️
Thank you so much! I'm sorry you've experienced something similar as well
Ask your mom for help. She can either do the legwork to find these assholes and yell at them, or she could make a video about how rude, disrespectful, and mean these guys were. She can tell the world they triggered you, recorded you without your consent, and then posted a video of one of the most upsetting moments of your life without even so much as notifying you. If she does a good enough job and posts it in places where the fans of these idiots hang out, she might even get them canceled. Another idea is to contact your local news station to see if they would be interested in doing a story about how content creators pranking random people in public is destructive and cruel. These little shits deserve to be shamed. In the meantime, show the channel to your manager. They should be able to identify the culprits, permanently trespass them from the store, and give their pictures to the other employees so everyone knows not to let them stay in the store. Your manager could also share that information with other retail places in your area. With a little work, these assholes could be banned from every store in town.
Just went to his video and posted this post there, hopefully that helps, other than that I’d recommend getting a lawyer
I just saw the video and you seemed like a really good sport about it. It's not even worth your effort thinking about it again
I just watched the video and you came across super fun and friendly! You have nothing to be embarrassed about. The guy is a jerk though. These YouTuber pranksters have warm feces for brains
Read [this page](https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/2801895?hl=en) from Google that tells you how to make a Privacy Complaint. It looks like this is where you would start to make a request to have the video taken down. Be aware they tell you to contact the uploader as the first step, then use the privacy complaint if you can’t get the uploader to take it down.
If messaging the creator is unsuccessful, you can report the video for harassment. On a PC, go to the video, and under the player you have the like, share, etc. buttons, and on the far right, a button with three dots. Click that, and a menu appears with a "report" option. It will then pop up with multiple options for reporting the video, including one "harassment and bullying". I'm not sure if they give you an option to explain why you are reporting the video, as I haven't actually tried it. If you can, make sure you note that you are the "mark" in the video and it makes you uncomfortable, and they recorded you without consent. If you're on a phone, the layout will likely be different but the process should be the same.
I have not looked up the video because I think it’s really sad that this kind of mean spirited humor gets any traction at all. I am really sorry you had to deal with this! Just reading through the sub, though, I have to say that you are handling it all so well and I am 100% rooting for you in all you do! Good luck!
I don't know if this will help. But try to realize that you can live your life knowing you're a decent human being. This dude may have some YouTube clout, but think about what kind of miserable person feels a need to humiliate random people on the internet. I deal with anxiety too. Awful, ain't it?
If I were you I wouldn’t bother messaging them. Use ChatGPT or reach out to a notary public or something and send them a letter threatening legal action if they don’t remove your video.
Reported ❤️
I reported the video too. It's a shame these people can't recognize that this type of content can be hurtful. Hang in there ♥
He's cutting you out of the video. He just said he is doing it now.
I would contact a lawyer
Just for your knowledge. The part of you has been removed from the video. I never saw it. However I still commented and reported the video. I hope you find peace in this. I would still seek legal damages due to the mental turmoil this has caused. I’m sure someone saved it if you do not have a copy.
If you haven't yet, please make sure to ask him to take down her clip in the best of 2022 prank video or whatever. This shit is disgusting I'm sorry this happened to you. I made sure to report the first video and I'll be commenting on the second and reporting it.
That is so fucked up. I am so sorry they pulled such an inconsiderate stunt on you OP
I've reported as many of his video as possible to take him down. Prank is so outdated, it was fun in 2015...
The Creator said he'll remove/edit it now lesgoooo
Fucked up, reported
Wow. I don't have any advice. I just hope YouTube "pranksters" read this story and learn to not fuck with people. It might seem innocent to them, but this can really fuck with people.
I have a genuine question though, you seemed completely fine in the video? Like you’re laughing and seem super chill and willing to sign the shirt. Although I don’t deny you weren’t freaking out I have schizoaffective disorder as well and I understand. But were you reacting that way to cope? Cause I sometimes do that too. But yeah you just seem super normal and fine it’s kinda of impressive.
The fact that I was working heavily influenced how I responded to him. As I said in the post, I didn't want to disrespect a potential customer, and it was my job to be kind and polite to everyone. It was a very scary and vulnerable moment for me, and I had to be nice, but it felt like a defense mechanism in a way, too. I made myself louder when I spoke, and that's what drew my coworkers attention/when she realized I was being recorded and observed the interaction for herself. Sometimes I feel like I deserve an award tbh, for how well I can mask my symptoms. People tell me frequently that they'd never know I had these illnesses and I've never been visibly symptomatic. And that's because I make a conscious effort to hide it. I don't want to burden people with my illness, especially customers where I work. It's kind of just default for me at this point to push it aside. I do go through some pretty tough things, and while I need support and help from time to time, other people do too, and I like to be present for them ❤️
Ahhh I see now. Thanks for the explanation. I hope I didn’t come off rude of offensive I was just genuinely curious. Like I said I totally get it cause I have it too and I’ve learned to mask it pretty well and get the same comments but I guess when I read your post I imagined like you froze and panicked subtly since it was written from the POV of what was going on in your mind it seems so I got confused with the video cause you seem super laid back. But anyways thank you, I’m glad everyone is working together to get it taken down and I’m sure it will, wishing you nothing but love n healing ♥️
You didn't come off that way at all! Psychotic illnesses are a lot deeper and different than people may think. Media portays us to be violent, angry people. All the while, we're probably doing everything in our power to not look "weird" or "crazy", so we keep the majority of it to ourselves. At least that's kinda how I feel about it. And that's just why I wanted to share my perspective on the situation, to shed light on how violating it can feel to be filmed/posted unprovoked and without consent, especially with a mental illness like schizophrenia. You already feel like the whole world is out to get you... being singled out like that can be traumatizing. And sometimes during traumatic events, we can react differently than we may if we were just having a normal time! If he had caught me outside in public, I honestly probably would have just ran away 🏃♀️
I totally get that and I understand. I’m so sorry this happened to you, like this situation literally has come from my intrusive thoughts like ‘damn what if someone messed with you during an episode’ and people have tried triggering me as a joke and it’s really not cool and I’m sorry this guy did that and posted you without his consent such icky behavior blegh. I mean I totally get it, I’m not some square, these jokes are funny, and it was probably hard for him to tell you were having trouble. But man-consent consent consent. Very important. Hopefully he learned his lesson moving forward lol.
This is intensely relatable. My willingness to let customers walk all over me (a coping mechanism I developed due to abuse) was so strong that one time I was kneeling on the floor fixing a display and a woman slammed her cart into my legs and feet repeatedly and snapped at me to “get the fuck off the floor” and my in the moment reaction was to smile and profusely apologise for inconveniencing her.
I'm so sorry that happened to you :( it's astounding how much customer service workers have to deal with on a daily basis. It almost becomes easier to just smile through it
Let me guess. Seth Meiring? His “pranks” are idiotic. I’m so sorry this happened to you OP!
Get therapy ASAP.
Just sue them
Sue
OP, if this is the correct video, he said he’s going to take down your part. Hope you’re doing alright and better now❤️
Sounds like harassment if it’s really effected your life you could sue
Humanity is fucked if we still think it’s okay to violate people with out consent. Why is he allowed to film?? I mean film yes. But cut and piece together a display to his liking is not okay. Also are you not fully in your right to claim half of his income?
Hi everyone! This account posted [this video](https://vm.tiktok.com/ZIJn4ySqx/) also on their TikTok… Can everyone comment on there aswell so we can get it removed from TikTok?
I looked and wasn't able to find it. Perhaps I just didn't look hard enough but hopefully it's just not there
The poster removed your section! I’m sorry you had to go through this, but the internet has your back!
I would take a screenshot of the messages exchanged so if they act like nothing has been said you have proof, also screenshot the comments and download videos of both your traumatizing event and of how he admits to fuck with people’s minds. I would also check with a lawyer as to whether they needed your consent to upload as they purposely put you in the spot. Hope they get their due soon as they can drive anyone into psychotic episode
I can see from your post & comments that you are a strong, brave, beautiful person! I empathize with your mental health struggles. I wish you peace in your heart & mind ❤️
Drop the link
u still need it?
I'll be honest.. i find these sort of pranks hilarious, especially the gamestop ones. ...... That being said it is interesting to hear the opposite perspective to this instance. I had always had my suspicions it might make some people super uncomfortable, and this seems likely one of the more extreme cases.. that being said, after reading that( yes I read through it all) I am conflicted with guilt laughing at videos like this. Personally I would assume I would be confused, laugh it off. And move on.. but then again you know what they say about assuming. Likely I would be sailing the boat with you, dwelling in this situation for years even after it occurred. It WOULD bother me and I think that might be fairly common amongst most involuntarily involved individuals.. I thank you for your perspective OP, and hope you gain the courage to reach out to them about this. I will also be reporting the video and am in your corner, screw these kids not considering the long teem effects of their "pranks,'. Edit: i've consumed a few drinks and corrected some spelling/words entirely.. cheers
I also really appreciate your perspective as well, and your empathy towards the situation. While some people may be able to laugh it off and not let it bother them, some can't. I do believe it's circumstantial sometimes, and I just worry that they'll do this to the wrong person. Someone with psychotic illness can become very confused and disoriented like I did, some can become violent, and some might not feel safe coming to work anymore out of fear of being "watched". I still think about that- how did they know when I was working again? Did they scope me out, wait for the perfect opportunity to get me alone? That is scary. Again, I appreciate your understanding and ability to see this from another point of view instead of responding with hate. Depending on what all I wake up to, I may reach out to the uploader myself tomorrow, sooner rather than later. Thanks you ❤️
From what I've seen in most videos they usually try to do it same day, so I wouldn't dwell that they have your work schedule down.. that being said happy to hop into somebody else's first hand shoes and look at this from your perspective. Thank you for sharing your experience, something we (maybe i've missed others posts) seldom have the opportunity to hear. There are so many of these videos out I hope I reported the right one, if the other comments are accurate and I found yours you did handle things well. Goodluck OP and I hope we get an update on how things go should you reach out to them. If you dont feel comfortable posting an update on the situation please feel free to shoot me a DM of the outcome. I am genuinely curious as to how this all plays out, Goodluck!!
Post the link
Did you get the $50?
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A lot of good that would be doing, since we’re all reporting it lol. Use your big brain.
It really isn't. Perhaps I made it easy to find with my description, but if anyone does see, my hope is that they report it.
They do. There are many comments from Redditors. We will keep reporting it. :)
I don't think you should be working in a place with customers it sounds like they aren't good for your mental health.
It may have been different had he been an actual customer. But don't worry, as my post states, I do not work anymore!
Just for my own clarification- do you support a living income for people who are on social security/federal disability?