How I use Minecraft to help kids with autism | Stuart Duncan

The internet can be an ugly place, but you won't find bullies or trolls on Stuart Duncan's Minecraft server, AutCraft. Designed for children with autism and their families, AutCraft creates a safe online environment for play and self-expression for kids who sometimes behave a bit differently than their peers (and who might be singled out elsewhere). Learn more about one of the best places on the internet with this heartwarming talk.

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[FitMC]

I see initiatives like this as very positive. The Minecraft community is not always the friendliest.

[Masada]

Group picture at the end made me cry. Yeah I'm a softie.

[youmaya]

This is amazing and this should be taken seriously. This man has helped a lot of kids. It shouldn’t be made fun of. It’s why we all cant make fun of someone cause they act different. Think about how they feel before you come to a conclusion .❤️

[trentsmith]

God bless you Stuart Duncan, you’ve done an amazing thing for these kids.

[bluejay]

Hey man, loved the video and what you're doing. I'm not autistic, but my step sister has autism and I'm happy to see people being kind. It's very hard to find nowadays. As a teenager and frequent social media user, I see a lot and I mean a LOT of horrible people out there. It's unbelievable, the world we have come to. And I just wanted to say I support you guys 100%, and I'm glad there's still good people helping others when they really didn't have to. You're the man, and keep doing what you're doing. :)

[shushu]

Hello, I am from South Korea and our most-used searching engine like google in the US just posted your video on the video section of the website. That's how I get to watch your video.
I have been shedding tears the whole time while watching it.
I am so touched by your amazing work and feel grateful that there are still people with a warm heart like you out there in the world trying to make the world a better place for those who need our attention and affection. I was especially so moved by the way you dealt with the kid who was blinding, instead of just following the other users' request/complaint. We need more people like you in the world! Please keep being the way as you are and keep up with the good work. God bless you. <3

[MattRoszak]

I skimmed through the comments and saw more comments complaining about trolls, than actual trolls.
How is this possible on a video like this?! Good job, internet, I think.

[ShadaOfAllThings]

... Okay, as humorous as it is I think everyone can agree this is a good thing

[JoeySmith-edxj]

This makes me so happy on so many levels. Hearing about a place that was made by an autistic person for autistic kids warms my heart. I'm autistic myself, and I've been playing Minecraft for seven years.

I used to be bullied. Sometimes I feel like I still am sometimes. But to have a place where you can be yourself and know that you are worthy of being (and you are), even while different... it makes my eyes stingy and my emotions all warm and squishy.

Everyone deserves a place where they can exist and be happy. Through the AutCraft server, as I assume and hope so, the players are creating their own happy place, and their lives are getting better because of it.

When you play Minecraft, I hope that you, too, are creating your happy place. And maybe you'll share that happy place with those that want to share mutual happiness with you.

[Baraz_Red]

Gaming chats are often very aggressive and filled with insults. I try not to feed it, but this video sure helps to think twice before reacting harshly.
( I am 46, but adults also react brutally sometimes on game chats )

[tiffanyrowell]

I think we all can learn from this man. Gives me faith in humanity. Thank you for what you have done

[XnecromungerX]

i cried like like a babie after watching this. what an absolute hero. strong message

[Wrennie]

Here’s an example of a single person making a wave of positive impact. Keep being awesome!

[Crispman_]

This is really cool. It's even cooler that he's replying to this video's comments.

[blue_link_]

As an autistic teenager (17 and discovered it 10 months ago) I must say this is very touching.

[BillyTuo]

As a mom of a son with autism.. thank you so much. Im crying so much because what you've done is amazing. I've never seen someone understand this so well.

[BunnyFett]

I love this. I am 30 and have autism. I run a Discord server filled with other adults with autism. Many of us have become close friends during the 1 1/2 years the server has been up.

[kirstendessner-sweeney]

Stuart, thank you! We appreciate you here on the server! ~ Kirstjen

[jefferyford]

I have massive respect for people like Stuart who seek out ways to help others and he's a true inspiration for those who need to be reminded that we are all different and have our own way in life to be ourselves. I know that's a big reason why I made my video titled, “An Autistic Genius Discusses How Differences Make Us Special.” We are all different - each and every one of us. I hope Stuart will be a real leader in his family and that he can touch MANY more lives to come!

[reachtrita]

Wonderful for creating a better place for everyone!