In 2019, 19-year-old Loren Schauers from Montana endured the unimaginable when a forklift he was operating plunged 50 feet, crushing the entire lower half of his body. Miraculously conscious through the ordeal, Loren made an extraordinary and courageous decision—to undergo a rare, life-saving hemicorporectomy, removing everything below his waist.
With unwavering support from his girlfriend Sabia—now his devoted wife—Loren defied all expectations. Just three months after the accident, he walked (in spirit) out of the hospital, determined to reclaim his life. Today, Loren shares his powerful story on YouTube, inspiring over 600,000 subscribers with his unfiltered honesty, resilience, and humor.
The couple has faced deeply personal and often intrusive questions, especially about their relationship and intimacy. Sabia, protective and fierce, calls such inquiries “deeply disrespectful.” Loren, ever candid, chooses to educate rather than shy away—openly discussing his colostomy, kidney drains, and the reality of his daily life.
Though some friendships faded in the wake of his accident, Loren’s perspective remains grounded: “I got Sabia—that’s all I need.”
Now, five years later, Loren looks back not with sorrow, but with gratitude. His message is clear and moving:
“You can’t focus on what you’ve lost—live fully with what you have.”
