This picture means more to me than most people realize. It’s not just me in front of a backdrop at Uprise — it’s a glimpse of the dream I’ve been carrying for years. My dream is to travel, speak to college campuses, and share my story so others know they can push through whatever life throws at them.
That smile you see? It’s real. But don’t let it fool you — behind it is stress, exhaustion, and sacrifice. Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. Every day I’m grinding through responsibilities, decisions, and deadlines. On top of that, I’m living long-distance from my wife and son, fighting through lawyers, immigration, and all the battles most people never see. Some days it feels like I’m running out of steam.
But here’s the truth: I won’t stop. I’m sacrificing now because I believe it will pay off later — for my family and for the future we’re building. It’s hard on all of us, but that’s the price of chasing something bigger.
I love being part of society. I love working. And even when it feels like the weight might break me, I remind myself: pressure creates diamonds.
This isn’t just a smile in front of a backdrop. It’s a reminder that the dream is still alive. And one day, it won’t just be a dream — it’ll be my reality.
To my wife and my son — I love you more than words, and I’ll be there soon. Every bit of this journey is for you. ❤️
🎧 Most people see me DJing and think this was always the dream… but the truth is, the original dream looked a lot different. I used to imagine myself in a band—on a tour bus, rocking stages across the country. But deep down, I knew that dream wasn’t built for someone like me. My disability made that kind of stage impossible… and for a while, that crushed me. Then, about 9 years ago, I felt God shift my perspective. Maybe I wasn’t meant to sing on stage… but I could still stand on one—in my own way. If I couldn’t be the frontman of a band, maybe I could become the kind of speaker who moves people with words instead of music. That dream started to unfold. United Cerebral Palsy gave me my first stage. Then came TV, radio, and even a college crowd at Shenandoah University. It felt like I had found my tour bus—just heading down a different highway. Then COVID hit… and everything I’d worked for came to a halt. But lately, the fire’s been growing again. That itch to get back out there. To speak. To inspire. And for the first time in a long time—I felt like it was time to speak this dream back into existence. Even this YouTube channel… it was a dream I sat on for years. And now? It’s growing by the day. People are watching. Listening. Connecting. And that makes me believe that maybe I’m not just dreaming anymore—maybe I’m finally living it. Please FOLLOW: youtube.com/@DillonStrouse So here I am. Saying it out loud: I’m still chasing that tour bus. Not as a singer. Not as a rockstar. But as a speaker with a story that proves nothing is impossible. If you’ve got a dream buried deep, maybe this is your sign to speak it out loud and start moving again. #TourBusDreams#SpeakItIntoExistence#StrouseFam#MotivationFromTheWheelchair#GodsPlanNotMine#PublicSpeakingJourney#DisabledNotDefeated#TonyRobbinsGoals#FromDJToSpeaker#YouTubeDreams#KeepDreaming
Most entrepreneurs can save money by doing everything themselves.
That was never an option for me.
I’ve always had to pay people — but I’ve *never* stopped hustling. 💼♿ Just dropped a new short where I’m checking out bulk product flips and looking for my next move.
This is Episode 1 of In the Life of Dillon — and yeah, I’m figuring it out as I go, so be patient with me. They’ll get better, but I had to just start.
In this one, you’ll: 🎙️ Join me on a radio station interview 🎥 Hear why I’m launching this channel 👋 Get to know who I really am
If you like real stories, motivation, and watching people grow — you’ll feel this one.
🔥 Big news, fam: My journey finally hits YouTube on April 24th.
This has been years in the making—and it’s all about keeping it real, staying inspired, and bringing you into the day-to-day moments that make life meaningful.
I’m not chasing views. I’m chasing impact. And if one video can encourage even one person—then it’s all worth it. 🙌
Thank you for being here. Can’t wait for you to see what’s coming.
Dillon Strouse
Dillon Strouse
The Smile Behind the Backdrop
This picture means more to me than most people realize. It’s not just me in front of a backdrop at Uprise — it’s a glimpse of the dream I’ve been carrying for years. My dream is to travel, speak to college campuses, and share my story so others know they can push through whatever life throws at them.
That smile you see? It’s real. But don’t let it fool you — behind it is stress, exhaustion, and sacrifice. Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. Every day I’m grinding through responsibilities, decisions, and deadlines. On top of that, I’m living long-distance from my wife and son, fighting through lawyers, immigration, and all the battles most people never see. Some days it feels like I’m running out of steam.
But here’s the truth: I won’t stop. I’m sacrificing now because I believe it will pay off later — for my family and for the future we’re building. It’s hard on all of us, but that’s the price of chasing something bigger.
I love being part of society. I love working. And even when it feels like the weight might break me, I remind myself: pressure creates diamonds.
This isn’t just a smile in front of a backdrop. It’s a reminder that the dream is still alive. And one day, it won’t just be a dream — it’ll be my reality.
To my wife and my son — I love you more than words, and I’ll be there soon. Every bit of this journey is for you. ❤️
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🎧 Most people see me DJing and think this was always the dream… but the truth is, the original dream looked a lot different.
I used to imagine myself in a band—on a tour bus, rocking stages across the country. But deep down, I knew that dream wasn’t built for someone like me. My disability made that kind of stage impossible… and for a while, that crushed me.
Then, about 9 years ago, I felt God shift my perspective. Maybe I wasn’t meant to sing on stage… but I could still stand on one—in my own way. If I couldn’t be the frontman of a band, maybe I could become the kind of speaker who moves people with words instead of music.
That dream started to unfold. United Cerebral Palsy gave me my first stage. Then came TV, radio, and even a college crowd at Shenandoah University. It felt like I had found my tour bus—just heading down a different highway.
Then COVID hit… and everything I’d worked for came to a halt.
But lately, the fire’s been growing again. That itch to get back out there. To speak. To inspire. And for the first time in a long time—I felt like it was time to speak this dream back into existence.
Even this YouTube channel… it was a dream I sat on for years. And now? It’s growing by the day. People are watching. Listening. Connecting. And that makes me believe that maybe I’m not just dreaming anymore—maybe I’m finally living it.
Please FOLLOW: youtube.com/@DillonStrouse
So here I am. Saying it out loud:
I’m still chasing that tour bus. Not as a singer. Not as a rockstar. But as a speaker with a story that proves nothing is impossible.
If you’ve got a dream buried deep, maybe this is your sign to speak it out loud and start moving again.
#TourBusDreams #SpeakItIntoExistence #StrouseFam #MotivationFromTheWheelchair #GodsPlanNotMine #PublicSpeakingJourney #DisabledNotDefeated #TonyRobbinsGoals #FromDJToSpeaker #YouTubeDreams #KeepDreaming
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Showed up to DJ an 8th grade dance…
My cousin’s son showed up dressed like he had a Grammy nomination.
I brought the beats—he brought the energy.
Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it. This kid’s got presence. 🔥
#FamilyVibes #DJLife #NextGen
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🎬 Episode 3 is LIVE TOMORROW!
This one’s about more than errands — it’s about *intentional* hustle.
🧥 I pick up a suit that shifts my mindset
🍔 Grab lunch
🎧 And get to work, setting up for a job
Entrepreneurship from a chair, no shortcuts.
#FromTheChair #InTheLifeOfDillon #DisabledEntrepreneur #SuitUpAndHustle
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🚨 Episode 2 is LIVE at 2PM!
This one’s raw. It’s about the reality of building a business when you *don’t* have the luxury to do everything yourself.
🛒 I’m checking out a side hustle idea
♿ Sharing how I’ve always had to pay people from day one
💡 And keeping it real about the grind
#InTheLifeOfDillon #DisabledEntrepreneur #EntrepreneurVlog
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Most entrepreneurs can save money by doing everything themselves.
That was never an option for me.
I’ve always had to pay people — but I’ve *never* stopped hustling. 💼♿
Just dropped a new short where I’m checking out bulk product flips and looking for my next move.
🎥 Full vlog drops TOMORROW at 2PM — and trust me, it’s 🔥
#InTheLifeOfDillon #DisabledEntrepreneur #SideHustleLife
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🚨 BIG MOMENT 🚨
I just dropped my FIRST EVER vlog! 🎬
This is Episode 1 of In the Life of Dillon — and yeah, I’m figuring it out as I go, so be patient with me. They’ll get better, but I had to just start.
In this one, you’ll:
🎙️ Join me on a radio station interview
🎥 Hear why I’m launching this channel
👋 Get to know who I really am
If you like real stories, motivation, and watching people grow — you’ll feel this one.
▶️ Watch now: https://youtu.be/28IGTGDEqeQ
Drop a ❤️ if you’re down to grow with me from day one.
#InTheLifeOfDillon #Episode1 #FirstVlog #RealTalk #Motivation #RadioInterview #YouTubeJourney #DisabledAndDriven
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📣 New Short Drops Friday!
Think entrepreneur life is just wins and freedom?
Nah — it’s broken stuff, fast fixes, and real fun in the chaos 😅
🎥 Watch this short to see the real behind the scenes.
No fluff. Just hustle, heart, and a lot of figuring things out.
👇 Drop a 🔥 if you’re building something too.
#LifeOfDillon #EntrepreneurLife #NewShort #BehindTheScenes
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Dillon Strouse
🔥 Big news, fam:
My journey finally hits YouTube on April 24th.
This has been years in the making—and it’s all about keeping it real, staying inspired, and bringing you into the day-to-day moments that make life meaningful.
I’m not chasing views. I’m chasing impact.
And if one video can encourage even one person—then it’s all worth it. 🙌
Thank you for being here. Can’t wait for you to see what’s coming.
❤️ Dillon
#InTheLifeOfDillon #YouTubeLaunch #April24 #StayHumble #KeepGoing
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