FTM Home Video Timeline | 30 Years In Transition

[@jackisnotabird]

Hey everyone! If you want more, join me on Tuesday 10/13 at 7 PM Eastern for a livestream here on my channel. I'll talk more about the making of the video, share some behind-the-scenes stories, answer your questions, and probably talk about Halloween because October 🎃 Hope to see you there!

[@JamieLuv2u]

This is such a great video. I am having a discussion with a group in rural Midwest, and I am looking for the mtf version of this, that is done as well, anyone have s suggestion? Thanks!

[@jenniferlenfestey5335]

Hi Jamie Luv, a mtf version is done by Claire Michelle.

[@hakimoto3394]

Jack I just found your amazing channel and need to say that this video it's just perfect ❤ Also, I'm from Brazil and I really would like to subtitle this video in portuguese, can I??

[@ryankirk7400]

Will you be doing another livestream soon? I just stumbled upon your channel. I'm a 38 year old trans guy who is 3 months into transition. Also from Texas, with a hauntingly similar background. Rural west Texas in the 90s, where being gay or trans or anything other than a white cis hetero man or white cis hetero woman was absolutely taboo and verboten. It takes a lot to move me to tears on T, but your poignant and beautiful videos absolutely have. I'm sure you have thousands of people echoing the same sentiments, but you are a truly a self-made man. Even though I'm older, you're a role model for me. Mad respect. Mad props. Peace, brother.

[@bronsonmcdonald5473]

@@ryankirk7400 Hi there, loved your comment!! I am even older than you, by 20 yrs, but still in coming out stage, not transitioning yet, as I have hormone issues to fix first, nothing to do with trans, rather thyroid. Looking forward to the future to be the real me, and videos like this and comments like yours are so empowering.

[@CorneelVf]

Jackson, I don’t know why, but I’m crying. I really find that difficult to grasp: I don’t know you personally, and as a cis guy there isn’t really anything that hits close to home. And yet… It’s your open way of talking, your earnest and honest way of showing your life and transition, the vulnerable way of enlightening cis people, the extraordinary support you give to the trans community; these things make me reflect on a person who’s incredible, even though I don’t really know you. Thank you so, so much for letting this cis person into a world that he did not know much about, thank you for leading the way for me to try to be an ally for trans people. Thank you for sharing with me, and undoubtedly others, experiences that are different than mine, but are incredibly important to get heard by people like me, someone who first thought those videos weren’t for him. I hope I now know better: these messages are important for everyone. Thank you for taking the decision to share them with us.

[@rrrosecarbinela]

I love how you stated this. Thank you.

[@andreaz.1156]

thanks bro! a hug from Italy ;)

[@butterflypooo]

He does have a magical way with words and sharing his thoughts. I think whatever he does in life, will be extremely successful. Glad u watched this. He helped me come to terms with my gender and being non-binary ❤️

[@peanutbuttertoast7742]

What a gem of a comment

[@CorneelVf]

@LouLa-Rae Barnard Why? Because I found it important in the context of my post to acknowledge that I’m not trans myself, and to point that out, I used the word cis. I don’t do that all the time, the same way trans people don’t always need to emphasise that they’re trans. They might, but that fully depends on the context.

[@sadberry7716]

I'm starting my journey now. Congratulations for your 5 years since the turning point of yours.

[@hancoxt]

Good luck!!

[@icebear5140]

Good luck bud

[@peanutbuttertoast7742]

Congrats and good luck!!

[@brxkensubs7960]

Good luck

[@felix121984]

YOU HIDEOUS THING !!

[@pastyginger]

HOLY SHIT JACKSON, THIS IS HANDS-DOWN MY FAVORITE TRANSITION-RELATED VIDEO. I'm getting top surgery April 7th, I rescheduled from October 7th bc my mom needed time to wrap her head around it more and I think this video will really help. I also felt second-hand euphoria at the end. THANK YOU So much, this is such a treasure for so many people, I'm sure.

[@audriesiegel7963]

I am a male to female transwoman. Love your strength and character!

[@ytsm]

Why is it referred to as "top surgery" and not called what it is: Double Mastectomy? Does couching it in cute synonyms make the process feel less brutal?

[@annab7441]

Hi Hun just read your comment,I know it was 7 months ago. How are you doing now? 😊

[@Scott-on2er]

@@ytsm its not even called double mastectomy. the technical term is double incision, even then its only a single type of top surgery. top surgery is a good general term that trans masc can utilize

[@ytsm]

@@Scott-on2er no, it's definitely known as Subcutaneous Mastectomy. Lateral or otherwise.

[@z3r0nxx]

Started crying when he said “I just want to be me without thinking about it”

[@coldsun2110]

😢

[@nathanfortier7478]

Jackson Bird, fun fact, you where one of the first ever trans youtubers I ever watched and, in the times where I thaught I was crazy for wanting to be a boy, you taught me that trans people exist and are not crazy. I'm now 8 and half months on T and top surgery is within the next 8 month! Thanks for your videos. You helped me so much in discovering what trans people are and how I'm one of them.

[@honeycutiecub]

I used your coming out video to help me explain my transition to my dad. You and I are about the same age and have similar transition stories with similar timelines. I also publicly came out after being on T for a couple months. Didn't lose friends or family over it and I'm so thankful. I'm from suburban Texas as well. I am now a 28 year old trans man and have been in transition for 4 years. What a wild ride. Thank you

[@c.newman821]

After I finish reading a really emotional and relatable book I always take some time to process my feelings before doing whatever it is I need to be doing. Just think a bit. I feel like Its necessary to think about why the characters or story made me feel so seen. This is the first time a KZbin video has given me the same feeling. I couldn't keep watching KZbin videos. Because I felt so emotional and so seen by your video that I needed to just think for a bit. Excellent video.

[@rayejohnston2821]

I found your videos a few years ago, in the beginning of questioning my gender Now I've been on testosterone for 3 months, and I think I can honestly say that I wouldn't be here if it weren't for your videos. Thank you for coming out and being open to the world

[@ayakohirata-lohr1375]

Your video made me cry so hard. My 15 yo daughter has wanted to be a boy for a while now and I felt like I’ve just heard her scream from your video. Thank you for being so articulate about your feelings you’ve just spoken for many others like you. God bless you, Jackson Bird🙏🏼

[@tuckerphez]

I’m not trans but my sister is. Ever since she came out I’ve been trying to learn more about transgender people. This video was lovely and you just gained a new subscriber :)

[@raptorhonks7324]

My god you had me crying at the three minute mark and I didn't stop until the end. I resonate with your story so much as someone that lives in Texas as well. In my area the resources are thin and it's a real struggle every day going out and not being seen as who I am. My family is supportive though and coming out to them was the best thing I've done. Now I'm on the road to changing my name and getting the gender therapy I need. Thank you for sharing your story, it hits home for a lot of us.

[@TheKnuckles779Show]

I'm not crying ..... you're Crying - this is so beautiful - thank you Jackson for making this!

[@gee8419]

Hi, Jackson

[@sarahp6512]

Congrats on starting T!

[@gee8419]

Sarah P Thank you!

[@nathantherrien630]

I’m 25, just waking up as 25 years of not being my true self. I resonate so much with your story

[@Animus5134]

Same, but 20

[@joslynstallman3942]

I connect to Jackson's story more than I thought I did - I think it hit when he said "I finally found how to free myself from it, but the only way to do that was by making the weight visible to everyone else." I've been watching Jackson's content for about 4 years now, and I'm glad I've found someone so open and positive. This video made me cry, but I needed to cry

[@LaLeviathan]

I'm sitting in my room alone, with my daughter laying on my chest. She's three months old right now, and through my pregnancy, during these three months of her life, and through the months, days and years before, I have known I was and am not a girl. I started watching your videos (as well as many other trans creators) when I was 13 and realized I related to you all more than I can say. I constantly struggle with doubt but as I sit here typing this, I'm struggling not to break down because I want this for myself so badly. I want to get on T and get top surgery. I want so badly for people to see me as male. This video has helped me doubt a little less, thank you for your content Jackson, you help so much.

[@rgb181]

Go for it man. I know I am a stranger, but this strangers lives with crippling doubt, and I know the doubt itself destroys you, while your body and everyday life gaslight you into thinking maybe it’s all in your head. Then why when we settle on it’s “just in our head” it becomes so painful, so disappointing? Our goal in life is to reach the end in the nearest place we can be to our core. Chase yourself,reach yourself. We are made to live.

[@neilkossler1476]

You're about my kids and nieces age. If you were part of my family I would be very proud of you. You have enlightened and informed me. I wish only the best for you. Oh yeah vote.

[@caninec1836]

as a cis dude, this channel´s been a great resource to learn how to treat trans people (or rather how i was a rude dumbo), and understand the struggle and changes you people go trough. you're also just entertaining. thanks!

[@bookluver627]

Brb, happily ugly crying. I LOVE THIS SO MUCH. Thank you for sharing this, Jackson. I'm so glad you're able to feel like the truest, most ordinary version of yourself.

[@snapcracklejess4541]

Man, seeing your confidence now is everything I want for myself. I'm mid-coming out as non binary, but it's frustrating how uncertain I still feel. So many of the things you said resonated with me- I'd love to get the the point where my gender isn't always at the forefront of my mind. This video was amazing, thank you

[@missnaomi613]

I just wanted to say, as the mother of a non-binary person, you got this. And I'll just put this spare mama-hug over here, in case you need it. Gd bless! ❤️🙏🌈

[@morinamayo5436]

Great

[@alexharry2523]

Jackson, I know you’ll probably never read this but I wanted to leave this anyway. I’m nonbinary and only out to 2 of my close friends and I can’t thank you enough for making this. I relate to a lot of what you talked about and I don’t know anyone who is trans or nonbinary so seeing this has made me feel a lot less alone and a lot less scared. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

[@theoroehrig6823]

I sent this to my mom. A lot of my transition is rarely talked about within my family, but you gave me the confidence that this will help my parents understand. And as I approach my 9 months on testosterone, I hope I celebrate with them. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart Jackson, thank you. You are inspiring.

[@Danny-dp2pj]

I know this video is over a year old, i just wanted to say that seeing your progress, your journey, it brings me hope, it tells me that one day i will archive my goals. I want to thank you for being so brave and sharing your story with all of us. Really, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much.

[@beckschubert6937]

Your journey has been a huge guiding light to my own transition - In 2015 I was a senior in high school when I came across your coming out video. It would take two years before I would realize I was trans and another 3 before I would really start transitioning “fully”. Like you said, there are many chapters to my story, but thanks for helping me write a few of them.

[@FreyasArts]

So, Testosterone turns you into Ed Sheeran? Count me in XD Also OMG, you just described *exactly* how I was feeling and thinking. I've only recently come to terms with it and am exploring my true self now. Thank you for this video ❤️

[@babynieve9612]

Ed is also a female

[@FreyasArts]

@@babynieve9612 ?

[@kavitadeva]

Hi Jackson. That was incredible. Watching your process is a gift you have given your viewers. I love your editing and the way you captured so much of who you are. I am a 62 year old cis woman who found this to be one of the best ftm videos I have ever seen. You are brilliant. Thanks for your willingness to share yourself so authentically.

[@dylan4142]

kavita, this is so beautiful to read! as a trans person your support is meaningful 🥺

[@kavitadeva]

@@dylan4142 thanks raegan. I appreciate your reply!

[@alexshulman8252]

Wow. Just wow. I am completely speechless after watching this. I feel emotional, thrilled, and so incredibly happy that you're transition experience, although there might have been negative moments, was overall positive. and that you finally feel like the real you that you were always meant to be. I am so grateful that I have influencers like you who were able to share their incredible journeys with others because it's people like you that have given me the courage to come out as trans. Thank you.

[@bloodyamericans]

Your video got me tearing up. I’m so happy for you, and so much of your journey reflects my own. It gives me hope for where I might go from here, no longer “questioning”, but still scared to come out and move forward. Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with us.

[@Heckingfelix]

I'm 31 and just started T. Two weeks on Friday and I have never been so excited for life. This was so beautiful to watch and had me feeling so many feels.

[@aciddiarrhea433]

I wish you luck

[@charcharcharlieee]

Jackson, I’m in tears lol, that was such a great video, thank you for sharing. I’ve been a fan of yours since you started making videos for the HPA, and your coming out video was the video that began it all for me, my questioning and research and while it did take me a long time to admit to myself I was trans it probably would’ve taken me longer if I had never seen it. So now that I’m closer than ever to starting T, thank you!

[@tyrennosaur]

Damn, I had to hold back tears the entire video but at some point I just couldn‘t anymore. Thank you for this video - I came out in August and this really gives me hope for my future.

[@Mark-s747]

Wow I came out in August to my friends lmao, then my mom in September, and my dad in December. My dad was scary and he still doesn't accept me but atleast my friends do alot

[@thekittykatie]

I wish I could come out as trans to my parents one day.

[@Mark-s747]

@@thekittykatie good luck

[@lindseyross2812]

Thank you for making videos like this. I'm still in the closet with most people and right now I'm at that stage where I know I'm trans but I don't really know how to tell other people. Seeing videos like this give me hope that one day I will be able to wake up and not immediately think about being trans. Your videos have gotten me through many things and I'm so glad that during my deep dives into the trans side of KZbin when I was younger lead to the amazing content that you post here. Thanks again for all the amazing videos you have shared over the years. PS I loved your book.

[@missnaomi613]

I bet you'll find more support and acceptance than you expect! Gd bless you on your journey. ❤️🙏🌈

[@toesrus9852]

"sometimes you have to get lost to figure out where you're going" Thank you for making this video, as someone who currently feels lost watching this video meant a lot.

[@ryansalmon6411]

I'm not usually super emotional over things like videos, books, etc, and for the last two years of questioning and coming to terms with my gender I've watched a lot of transition story videos but this one genuinely had me in tears. I felt like I really saw a lot of myself reflected in your story, more than I've seen in any other trans story, and it gave me hope. Hope that I can make it to where you are now, and that if you got through it so can I. Seriously Jackson, thank you. This video and your channel has meant a lot to me.

[@ClipsByLaura]

Such a beautiful short film this has become! I can't believe how much you recorded, even the hard times, even behind the scenes of your coming out video. But it shows a wonderful portrait of growth over the years. And while even in those early stages and your teens/early twenties you can see 'the real you', the contrast with the confidence and comfort you've found with yourself today is profound. Thank you for sharing this vulnerable insight.

[@liamwachsman2198]

this video is honestly one of the best videos i have ever watched on transition videos. everyone needs to watch this video. trans or not. it’s so amazing. you’re awesome jack. so proud of you!! ♥️

[@ELKvlt]

I just want to say thank you for putting your self out there. You're story is the reason that I'm out right now. Seeing this video gave me more hope that I too can just 'Be me without always having to thinking about it.'

[@fredhasopinions]

Oh ffs. This is dangerously relatable - with the exception that i don’t think my video would have a second half. I want my second half, but you deserve this, and I don’t. Even though seeing you turn more and more real is a goddamn avalanche on my brain. Proud of you.

[@MrGameManIsCool]

Heya ... so I watched this last night during peak dysphoria and depression hours of the night and I was just crying a lot... I’m a trans girl and I’m only out to a few friends and I’m obviously pre everything and I was just telling myself I need to transition because I genuinely don’t know if I could make it to twenty without it - but also this video gives me so much hope for the future because I know eventually I can be myself and I can finally start feeling happy rather than just living :)

[@KJ1234]

Belated Congrats, Jack! I've been watching your videos for about 2 years and I love your videos but don't usually leave comments but I give it a thumbs up. Just wanted to say that you're a great communicator and educator. You have such a positive vibe and it's so reassuring in these interesting times. Your videos and transition had helped me understand how I feel in my head about being trans. I definitely identified with being young and feeling different than others and growing up in a conservative area where it's "wrong to be gay or trans". Ive been on Low Dose Testosterone for 3 months and I'm really happy. I'm happier mentally and I'm enjoying the small changes I've had with muscle growth, slight gradual voice changes and such. Thank you for publicly sharing your transition and your life. Thank you for being an inspiration to me and so many others.

[@mayorofsimpleton5674]

I have my first appointment at the gender clinic in 21 days. I’m really nervous but super excited. Wish me luck guys.

[@juliuspearson9390]

hey congrats and good luck!! everythings gonna be great

[@autumnbrookesings]

Jackson I am so proud of your journey. I've been along from a distance as a fan of you and as a fellow member of our fandom community since before your coming out video and it has been so lovely to see you become more authentically yourself.

[@jaybird7]

I'm just half a year until 5 years on T and I'm jealous that you got top within your first year! Fingers crossed I can schedule that sooner or later. But I'm so happy for all you've accomplished in your journey, you are an amazing dude and I'm glad I found you earlier in my transition because trans KZbinrs like you have been an inspiration and motivation :)

[@wolfbrother4395]

This one of the (if not THE) most beautiful transition story videos I have ever seen. You described exactly how I feel too. I just had my first shot two weeks ago. I will definitely get my hands on your book. You inspired me to maybe write my own book too. Thank you for making this.

[@ericlamacchia4277]

Thank you for this video. I remember watching your videos at night trying to figure out who I am and before I came out. Now I am over 2 years on T and loving that the person on the outside is finally reflecting who I’ve been all of my life. So thank you for being brave enough to make that first video coming out. It certainly helped me and most likely countless more.

[@martinsw4711]

Jackson why did you have to make me cry. I’ve been out for 5 years too, had top surgery last year and my first T shot 4 days ago, I have seen/heard so many trans stories and am in one and so much of this touched me. It’s an odd feeling to be incredibly proud of someone 10 yrs older than you, but i have been following you channel for a long time, almost your entire documented transition. You top surgery videos helped me get through my own. i feel like I”m overwhelmed by emotion about your transition and pure joy i can see in you, but also my transition and every trans person who can see a piece of themselves in your story. You have undoubtedly heard this many times before, but the impact you have had on my life and my transition has been monumental, despite us never speaking or meeting. Thank you so so much for sharing your stories and wisdom with us. It gives me more joy than you know.

[@annlupo14]

A beautiful encapsulation of the beginning of your journey! I'm proud and humbled to have been there for such a life changing moment. With all my love, Ann

[@dkaempff]

This moved me to tears. I am so happy for you. I have no idea what your life could have been like prior to transitioning, but I truly admire your courage, and I thank you for sharing your story with the world in such a moving, positive manner. All the best to you!

[@nathanr5737]

You’re videos genuinely help, it means that people like you can realise these feelings and come to terms with them a lot younger making everything so much easier

[@maxwelldanvers6227]

I found your channel right when I came out 5 years ago and to see how far you've come is amazing. I just read your book a couple months ago and it is by far the resource I recommend the most to friends who want to learn more about being trans. I'm so happy for you and I'm glad you're finding peace with yourself.

[@ken.dietitian]

AHHHH OH MY GOSH. Legit got CHILLS watching this. Thank you for sharing your story! I'm so stoked to reach my 5 years. I still have awhile to go, but I'm so glad I have someone like you to look up to

[@klausevirytt4908]

i have watched this twice now and cried pretty hard. thank you so much for putting yourself out there. i’m in the beginning of my transition at 32. this video helped me to describe how i feel to my friends and family and i’m really thankful as i struggle to find the words sometimes. you’re amazing ❤️

[@watersk2013]

The entire time I was watching your home video clips, I was transported back to those exact times in my life. It was like someone made a documentary about my own transition. Critical ages for you, where favorite colors changed, desire to wear pants over dresses, having a hard time forming relationships, happened at exactly the same times for me. We're basically twins (just 5 years apart haha). That's how spot on this video was and it was incredibly powerful to see my story represented. Congrats on your transition, and on all of your other successes. Thanks for being a cool dude to look up to. I hope to meet you in person one day, because I think we'd be great friends. Stay healthy and stay safe, Jackson.

[@tonynathanlawes6234]

Thank you sooo much for sharing...i am only 1 years and 7months on testosterone and i still struggle everyday but people like you give me strength and courage to share my story

[@gholen]

My little brother is the best brother. And I love him. And now he is. I can finally see a smile. And that, seeing him smile, is all I ever wanted. Be brave. Be true. Be you.

[@ziplocbaggy]

ive been questioning my gender for a couple years now, and i still don’t know what i am, but your videos have helped me a ton! you’re so cool, thank you so much for sharing your story!!!

[@missnaomi613]

When my firstborn came out as trans and started living as the opposite of what we'd assumed at their birth, they felt better, but still not quite right. Then they realized that they are non-binary. I hope this helps. Good luck on your journey. ❤️🙏🌈

[@nat-vw9yi]

Life is filled with such beautiful people, and it brings me so much joy to see them become their true selves. It inspires me to embrace myself, and accept all those parts that society tells me I'm not, but I know I am and feels right. Thanks for sharing this lovely journey with us! I will happily continue following you along this road.

[@abracadabra2395]

Happy Birthday!! I'm 35 and started T 5 weeks ago. Your story has been really helpful to me (grew up fundy and really connected with trans folks for the first time at 30yo). Top surgery this summer!

[@itchy7879]

This was super poetic, and I loved watching you grow into who you are. Hope the next 5 years are even better 💕

[@Rettcon]

Thank you so much for this video. There were so many things here that I found so deeply moving and relatable that I was in tears. I'm also a trans man who grew up and lives in Texas, and I didn't start medical transition until I was 25. Seeing this video just made me so, so happy. I am almost a year on testosterone now, and there are still ups and downs. The fact that I can't afford top surgery is a big one at the moment. But this video has just filled me with so much hope, love, and gratitude. I'm so thankful that you were able to come out and transition safely. I'm so thankful that you made it to today. Thank you for being you. And just putting this out there to the universe, but if you ever want to chat with another trans guy in Texas, hit me up! I'd honestly just love to sit down and trade stories.

[@alexej6080]

Hey Jackson! Words fail me to describe how absolutely thankful I am for you, and for this. Almost 2 years on T here, and it's been an extremely rocky road, but it's incredible to see that all those nights watching guys like you, Chase and Jamie and hearing you see 'things get better'... It's true. Thanks for everything you've done and do. Oh, and I was so happy to see you did all the selfies too! And you kept them! I sometimes wonder if I shouldn't just toss them out. Both in my own transition as in seeing your younger self I sometimes feel like looking at a younger sister. It feels endearing to me, looking at that girl I was then I feel like I can take care of her now, show her things get better and I/we can do more than I ever believed I could.

[@ArthurOfThePond]

What a beautiful, epic video. You are such a good storyteller. I'm a few years into transition myself and *you* are among the many people I have to thank for giving me the courage to start my own journey. There is nothing easy about this journey, but you make it seem, at the very least, bright and rewarding. Thank you for your footprints, From me - and all who follow.

[@BeautyInTheMagic]

I remember being 16, and Jackson was one of the first trans KZbinrs I found. I've been out for almost 6 years (which is crazy in of itself,) but still haven't been able to medically transition, and had to go back into the closet a little over 3 years ago due to my living arrangements right now. Knowing you lived with it, and made it 5 years knowing for yourself before you could say anything (even if it was rough) gives me hope. Even holding myself true online is a bit of a challenge, but i know its the only place I have right now. Thank you for being a beacon of light for me, and for other people in my situation. We love you so much. 💚

[@amyhand]

I cried the whole way through this. Thank you for sharing your story, it is beautiful and inspirational and it makes me so happy that you are here to help other young trans people feel validated and inspired to live their lives as their true selves. So much love x

[@heck2873]

I'm just over a month on T, and you're one of my biggest role models as a trans guy. Thanks for sharing so much of yourself for all of your trans followers to be able to come to for advice at most every point in transitioning. It's really cool to see a trans man live an "ordinary life" and be successful in his field.

[@noahvb510]

This with all your other video’s have helped me in my own journey! It showed me what is possible and that it is hard to do but so rewarding to do. I’m 28 and started my transition at 25 as well. Fear Made me wait but you and others helped me realise i wasn’t where i needed to be! So thank you for sharing your story it means more then you will ever know!

[@oskare5289]

This is totally not in the middle of the night for me and I'm totally not gonna send an alarm to watch it live anyways...

[@charcoal8]

Lol same

[@laughsoharditssilent]

Thank you for sharing this. I sobbed the entire time because as an older trans person (I didn't come out until after university at the age of 30), I rarely see my experiences with my transition reflected in others. This hit really close to home for me and was a good reminder that the anxieties I sometimes had (and sometimes still have) about "coming out too late" are not invalidating. Thank you for your bravery and for sharing your story with us and the world. So much love to you. 💜

[@jacksonp4163]

I’ve been watching your videos for years Jackson and this made me so happy. I’m also a trans guy (pre T) and I remember when I was in 5th grade seeing your coming out video. It made me so happy to see you transition and be yourself for the first time. I hope some day I can also transition and feel like this. You are one of my role models and while I’ve never met you in real life, your videos helped me so much when I was questioning my gender. I’m just one of the tones of other trans kids who look up to you. Thank you for doing what you do and I can’t wait to see more videos. - Jackson P

[@andreaz.1156]

I'm from Italy, and I'm a trans guy too. Thank you SO much for sharing your story. ♥

[@levmargolies]

Your coming out video helped me come out to myself and to my family. I'd been subscribed to you before that video and have been watching your videos since. This video was so incredible and has left me with such full and happy heart.

[@TheMidwestJess]

One thing I learned from this video is that your hair has always been absolutely glorious in literally every stage of your life. But really though, congrats on 5 years and feeling like you're really settling into yourself. I'm happy for you!

[@karynebouquineuse1751]

Absolutely love this. I really appreciate how you express yourself and relate to you on so many levels. Thank you for not only helping the trans community feel seen and heard, helping them with their transitions, but also helping others like me become better allies. So glad you feel comfortable being you and I hope things just keep getting better from here!

[@jaskierdraven9191]

I'm so happy that you've become who you want. Its absolutely amazing. I finally admitted to a friend last night that I may possibly be trans ftm and I'm nervous. I'm not sure if I actually am but your story is an inspiration none the less.

[@captjames19]

Thank you for sharing your story and your journey. I’m 13 months into my own and I know so many of your videos helped along the way. Forever grateful ♥️

[@shericasey9663]

That was absolutely beautiful. As the parent of a pre teen trans son every word hit me hard. Your videos have really helped to comfort and educate me. Thank you Jackson!

[@braindeadgoldfish]

Love you, Jackson! ♥️ Hard to believe it's been 5 years! Your videos have helped me so much in my own journey.

[@wolfmusicfan5689]

I'm so emotional, this is one of the most beautiful and heartwarming FTM timeline I've seen.

[@katelynjassoy8185]

I’m having a rough night and this helped me remember that there is still some hope left in this crazy world. Thank you for continuing to share your story, knowledge, and life with us it really gives at least me a few minutes of solace.

[@raintran2446]

I am so happy for you, Jack! I am starting my transition now, waiting ‘patiently’ for my testosterone. It’s hard to wait!!!

[@colonelsanders8940]

I can't express to you the validation I feel watching this video. I've never stepped outside of my situation and viewed my transition as a culmination of moments because those I've surrounded myself with all seemed to be having those 'aha' moments. They all transitioned early after years of telling their parents "I want to be a boy!" and I was never allowed that opportunity because my 'aha' was a slow progression and took a lot of learning and understanding. I've been out to friends since 2013, I cut my hair in 2014, and I've never been on hormone blockers and don't know when I'll be able to start T. I've felt my time was slipping. I now have a large chest and violin hips, my voice is so high and my features so soft, I'm terrified that even after starting T, they'll never quite reach the masculine look and sound I want. But watching you, coming out and transitioning at 25, looking back and speaking on those moments that you and I seem to share of bouncing between wanting to present masc and wanting to desperately fit in with what's expected of me, I feel a weight lift. I've known I'm trans since thirteen, but after years of not being able to take steps to comfort my dysphoria, you've given the pressure in my chest a much-needed release. Thank you, I'll be sure to check out some more of your videos.

[@hollymayoras8478]

It's almost 3 am and I'm watching your videos (I read your book first) and I'm 100% crying. I very recently (like literally this week) finally admitted out loud to my therapist that I really am trans and want to transition someday, and your book and this video hit hard. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and giving me hope that I too, one of these days, will be able to feel like the real me too.

[@kerycktotebag8164]

Amazing recap! I'm vicariously happy for you, Jackson. Also, the Naked Time Dumbledore puppet pal cameo was just //chef's kiss//

[@Ryderwellsss]

I'm going to my first appointment this Friday. You inspired me to be who I truly am and let me know that I'm not alone in this journey. I'm going to make a video on my journey!

[@ryanvale6066]

This made me so emotional. I'm a trans man who is coming up on 4 years of being out and living as me (still waiting for T because the UK trans healthcare system is awful). Your videos helped me to find the confidence to come out and start living as a man and I've never been happier or felt more at home in myself

[@noxie4638]

@kek kek Narcissist? How is becoming your true self "narcissism"?

[@emir2162]

I finally heard a story that resonates with mine. I'm in tears, thank you for sharing this with us 💕

[@csharpmajor4810]

Happy 30th Birthday, and congrats on 5 years! And thank you for continuing to share your story with us

[@robertrist2300]

Jackson bird you are the greatest reporter and bring what we need to hear about your life and how your doing in life and the style of person you are on the inside and your male looks are perfect and kind and person you are too. I respect you Jackson bird already and here if I can do anything I can help you with something I live in USA from the music city in Tennessee. Take care till your live video. Stay strong

[@salamanda11]

This was beautiful. So well done. Love seeing how happy you look in the post-coming out clips. ❤️

[@alexanderhopkins2256]

I'm really happy you posted this. I feel a lot of similarity between our stories, and feeling seen is a feeling like no other. Thank you Jackson

[@dansenkat]

What a beautiful video, Jackson. I see myself in so many things you said. Thank you for continuously sharing your story, I know it has helped so many people. Including me. Much love to you.

[@SolarBlyze]

I feel like i want to cry and laugh at the same time. You summed up everything i'd been feeling myself for the past 28 years. I always saw myself as more male, i'd imagine myself having male parts, i hate my boobs (they're impossible to ignore at a frikkin DDD cup T^T ), and just overall while i was "okay" being female and i don't dislike my name ... i just ... i want to be me. I didn't have the courage to say for certain before. But hearing your story, how close it is to my own, i realize how badly i want to transition. I've made my choice. I am who i am, and who i am is a boy. I'm Allen. Thank you. With all my heart thank you I cannot express it enough. This .. this is what i'd needed to hear for so long and i'm so glad i finally found it. Jack, thank you for helping me to be me by being you.

[@RoganShannon13]

JACKSON this was sooooo good!! Thank you for being so open and vulnerable about your journey ❤️

[@jellex6068]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, it's one of the few things that's made me teary-eyed recently, and I can't wait until I feel normal as well

[@thekittykatie]

I've been thinking about doing this for years... idk whats stopping me... im still so scared. proud of u for sharing !

[@jennabryan1658]

Thank you for taking the time to put this together! This is so well done. Also jealous that you have so much footage from your childhood, really sweet.

[@danifeatherby5294]

I can't tell you how much I wish I'd had the chance to see something like this video YEARS ago, Mr. Bird! I just want to give you a hug, in joy for your success, and gratitude for what you're doing for those that are still lost in the woods. Bless you, sir, for putting yourself out there. I'm way behind you, only (today) one year in on "E", but so much of the mental/physical rightness you described is already there. I can't begin to imagine where I'll be, when I reach the 5 year mark, but I can only pray to be as blessed by my choice as you are yours!

[@Alex_the_Wook]

Thank you so much for sharing your story through the years. I just recently learned about you and have had an incredible experience watching your videos. I am in a strange place right now and needed someone like you at this time in my life. I have been thinking about transitioning for a while now and seeing this makes things a bit clearer.

[@shewhotalksalot]

Jack, we all appreciate your vulnerability. My first video of yours was your coming out video, and I've been watching since then. Thank you for being you.