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@iciinq6305 Жыл бұрын
@@JustayoungBBCliving You should touch grass :)
@TheSaveme1 Жыл бұрын
@@JustayoungBBCliving Why?
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
@@JustayoungBBCliving why? do i look like i like to be lied to?
@TitularHeroine Жыл бұрын
@@JustayoungBBCliving oh *gag.* and not in a good way
@marcys5909 Жыл бұрын
@@JustayoungBBCliving you should listen to your own mind rather than listening to bribed liers who loves hatred as they love money. You should be ashamed. Your hatred towards trans people wont make them disappear, it will make them fight with sadists like people u mentioned.
@nataliamane4739 Жыл бұрын
I don't think it's controversial, I think it's a necessity. Hormones affect your body SO much, you need to make sure it is actually what's good for you. Hormones didn't solve all my problems, but they did make life more comfortable. I think everyone should be aware that hormones are not a cure for everything. Love you, Samantha! Thank you for always making content that's relevant and helps society :)
@Elektrochoke Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Lots of trans people don’t do hormone treatment or surgery because it’s not right for them and it’s not even about the alleged diagnosis, it’s about having the support to find your true way, your true path that’s right for you.
@littlelemon1783 Жыл бұрын
@@Elektrochoke yes ❤
@emilya6373 Жыл бұрын
But for me they did cure /everything/ well apart from the thing that required surgery. But I had no other psychological problems but the massive dysphoria. But everyone’s body their choice for obvious reasons, if someone decides against anything medical that their choice alone.
@Elektrochoke Жыл бұрын
@@lobola956 nobody thinks that. It’s just a way often women choose to express, sometimes men too.
@aazhie Жыл бұрын
@@emilya6373 yes, same here. I've got plenty of life issues, but I am so happy after hormones and top surgery. I feel like my depression is now equal to the average cis people I know. Life isn't perfect, but I don't feel like I am forced to play a game on Hard/Nightmare mode when everyone else is on Easy
@JamieGcali Жыл бұрын
I left home in 1984 at 14yrs old because I was transitioning. I'll spare you the horror stories of trans life in the 80's because I know you have an idea of what it was like. I've been wanting to tell you for awhile now how proud I feel when I watch your videos. You sister are a wonderful voice of reason and compassion in our community. I wish you all of the luck in the world for your future.
@Literallymente Жыл бұрын
erm… what the flip
@JamieGcali Жыл бұрын
@@Literallymente did I say something baffling?
@Literallymente Жыл бұрын
@@JamieGcali 😬
@JamieGcali Жыл бұрын
If you’re trying to convey a message, I'm missing it.
@aazhie Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, just sorry you had to go through hell just to exist. I hope life is better for you now
@jameswalker9248 Жыл бұрын
Even though I'm not trans, I relate to wanting to live as your true self. I'm on the autism spectrum and have had many blunders in my social and work life because I was unable to mask as a "normal" person. I want to be surrounded with people who accept me for my true self without needing me to mask as someone else. I am emotional and anxious and unique in my own way and want to express myself to the truest extent. But society wants me to pretend to be "normal" even when I'm not.
@ghog__ Жыл бұрын
Same with being autistic, and I’m also trans
@RileyMTF Жыл бұрын
Ms too
@RileyMTF Жыл бұрын
Me too
@RileyMTF Жыл бұрын
Everyone thinks I'm stupid but I don't know why?????
@equinox6690 Жыл бұрын
@@ghog__ likewise, wish you the best! 💜
@darksmiley5081 Жыл бұрын
Seriously, it can be very beneficial to have someone talk it through with you, especially if you (like me) discovered you are trans during puberty or even later. A lot of things can cause symptoms similar to gender dysphoria (I knew a girl who thought she may be a trans boy but she had severe body issues due to traumatic experiences, it turned out). But also, I think gender euphoria should also be considered.... Like, dysphoria fluctuates, some people don't have dysphoria at all or very little. I personally never fully recognized what was gender dysphoria in my life, but I sure as hell knew I cried happiness when I cut my hair short and used make-up to look more masculine, get super happy when people use my correct name and he/they for me, and when I just generally get addressed as a guy. I think for some people it is not only about how awful they feel, it is also about how much BETTER you can feel
@saundraschaefer Жыл бұрын
I experience gender euphoria when people refer to me as he. It's pretty magical. Still living in a female body though, and probably always will because it's so much easier on my family (young kiddos and a cis/straight hubby), and because I'm a big wuss and the world is not kind to trans people. 😢
@emilya6373 Жыл бұрын
I actually find gender euphoria is more specific to being trans than dysphoria, because non of my ftmtf friends actually experienced gender euphoria. They experienced a kind of calmness due to not being harassed as much anymore for looking more male. But nothing in the process of social and medical transitioning actually made them happy in itself. Not ever met a mtftm detransitioner though that did so because they weren‘t trans, only because the massive abuse they experienced was so much worse than any dysphoria they had. So going back to the fake gender felt preferable to them. But yea if adequate therapy can be provided it should be done when therapy is not easily accessible HRT needs to absoljrely be informed consent. Over here it takes up to 2 years to find a therapist. Any therapist. Not one specialized in trans healthcare. So yea offer therapy to help people questioning recently, no need to force someone through therapy with no curative gosl when they‘ve been out for 5+ years. Not to mention therapy does not work for anyone who is not questioning being trans but sure. Because they WILL tell the therapist exactly what’s need to be said. Therapy only works for those open to therapy. And therapy is not a diagnostic process.
@juniperfox1064 Жыл бұрын
gender euphoria is nice, but i don’t see how it can be a good reason for surgical decisions! there is no research on that. encouraging medical choices based on enjoying being masc, without disliking your sex characteristics, is *dangerous*.
@juniperfox1064 Жыл бұрын
@@emilya6373 i am a female detransitioner-i dont really subscribe to what we call gender anymore after the life i have had but i definitely had euphoria from the medical transition process-the decisions were just not coming from a mentally sound place for me and it is important that is investigated for each individual.
@RandomCommenter955 Жыл бұрын
THIS. 100%. It is morally wrong and scientifically incorrect to state that gender dysphoria is needed to be trans, and it is extremely harmful to trans people to state this. All that matters is ones happiness and hormones and access to them can be a huge part of that.
@commie_maybe Жыл бұрын
I started to come out to my family about my feelings of wanting to be a girl when I was 13 (even though those feelings had been there since I was about 6) I'm now 28 and starting to think I need to transition. Whatever that means for me. The complete lack of supports and mockery I received over the years drove me back into denial but I really want to just be my true self now and you Samantha have been such a huge voice of support. I can't thank you enough.
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
i repressed it for 30 years. it's never too late to get on track
@salamanda11 Жыл бұрын
I hope you find people that will support and love you for you. Good luck. 🧡
@elijahsamuel8177 Жыл бұрын
Sending so much love! Wish you the best
@kurtmena8732 Жыл бұрын
If your 28 and really want to do it then just do it. Why do you need others approval for your happiness. I'm straight and don't support all of this but you don't need my approval nor anyone else's if that's what you truly want.
@salamanda11 Жыл бұрын
@@kurtmena8732 For some people, transitioning means losing some friends and family members. It’s not that they need approval, they probably just want to know they’ll still have some people in their life that will be a support system when they begin transitioning.
@JeannieLove Жыл бұрын
I was 31 when I finally got the courage to see a therapist. My oldest memory was when I was 3, trying to push my thing in. It just felt like something that was supposed to be in my body, but it fell out and I just had this instinct to get it back inside. I also felt like I should have been born a girl as long as I can remember. I hate church and religion due to what my mom and dad put me through, but I was jealous of my sisters that they got to wear dresses. I hated wearing a dress shirt and everything, I was forced to go every Sunday for over 15 years. I had my first session, I talked for maybe 5 minutes and he said would write me a letter that day. I still did more, but since I was an adult, having these feelings for over 30 years, I was so relieved that I got validation that quickly. I tried anti-depression meds twice in my life prior and they did absolutely nothing, but make me feel like a zombie.
@WandaleeDoolittle5 ай бұрын
Hello my son says your gorgeous dear
@AkaneEatsCats Жыл бұрын
As someone who has had trouble understanding their gender identity you’ve been a great help to me and I’ve been watching and loving your content for years now ❤ tysm for the great videos! Also ur red hair 🔥 chefs kiss
@isaac_owens9110 Жыл бұрын
Your mom bien so supportive just makes me cry. I love when parents actually support their children and aren’t afraid to be supportive.
@Faythe98 Жыл бұрын
My partner is trans but we don’t live somewhere where it is safe to transition. It’s very hard.
@_samanthalux Жыл бұрын
That’s so hard, I’m so sorry. I’ll continue to fight for you!!
@isaak1748 Жыл бұрын
I feel you, same here. Stay strong, one day we will be free ❤️
@yearnpill Жыл бұрын
@John Milon anything else John?
@sschimpf Жыл бұрын
@John Milon just shut up
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
@John Milon you are emotionally a child
@Lulubelgique Жыл бұрын
As I can read from the other comments, I'm definitely not the only non-trans person who feels better after watching videos like yours. While I may not be trans, after learning more about trans stories, I feel more confident in my own gender identity. We are different but we're also the same in the fact that we all have a gender identity (even if you're cis). However, I also think that trans people (or any non-cis people) know more about what gender identity is because they've thought about this, researched it, questioned it, etc. Cis people have so much to learn from you, thank you for sharing your experiences and stories.
@SpecialBlanket Жыл бұрын
oh my god, this comment is so kind and insighful. what a nice person. (not being sarcastic)
@Lulubelgique Жыл бұрын
@@SpecialBlanket Oh thank you so much! You're so kind too ☺️
@P_and_You Жыл бұрын
I cannot imagine you as a boy… I’m so happy you are healthy enough and compassionate enough to share your journey! Love ya girl! ❤
@lellow7087 Жыл бұрын
fr! even in her first video when she just transitioned, she didn’t look at all like a boy
@GodSoLoved.Yeshua Жыл бұрын
@@lellow7087 What we look like isn't what makes us a man or woman. He is and will always be a man, trying to pass as a woman 😔
@yeaminchowdhury.3440 Жыл бұрын
@@lellow7087that's facts
@GodSoLoved.Yeshua Жыл бұрын
@Tom_ig Samantha is a biological male, that makes him a man. A man taking estrogen doesn't make him a woman. A man removing his pen-is doesn't make him a woman. A man believing he is a woman, doesn't make him a woman.
@S5S5066 Жыл бұрын
@@GodSoLoved.Yeshuashe was a woman before she transitioned so your right you can look like a man and still be born with a female brain
@ashleyhayes9241 Жыл бұрын
I was able to go through informed consent for HRT because I’m an adult and I’m so glad for that. It’s hard to say how great it is seeing my face get more feminine and growing these boobs, even if they’re still tiny for now. I also had a curiosity with makeup, in high school my then girlfriend put makeup on me and I was hoping I would look in the mirror and see a pretty girl. I felt absolutely awful when I turned out looking like a guy in makeup 😢 and I didn’t know that was dysphoria. I was thinking if I looked like a girl I might start wearing makeup just to get that, I wonder what it would have been like if I had actually looked closer to what I wanted. Oh well better now than later.
@Kerfloffels Жыл бұрын
YES I am glad that this is not just me. I remember the first time that I put on makeup and I had a very similar reaction of disappointment and sadness
@Elektrochoke Жыл бұрын
Well done. Shine on and be happy 💜 we love that for you
@ashleyhayes9241 Жыл бұрын
@John Milon I have tits and there’s nothing you can do about it 💅
@technoloverish Жыл бұрын
So as a cisgender guy who’s pro-lgbt and trying to better go against anti-trans arguments, what do you recommend saying to people who say “If gender is just social, then why make those bodily changes?” What I usually do is I mention that not every transgender person medically transitions. Medical transition tends to be most common for the segment of transgender people who also happen to have gender dysphoria. The point of it is that someone with gender dysphoria who is transgender is usually better off mentally when they are able to make themselves have as many characteristics that our society associates with their gender as possible. So like, a transgender man, while not necessarily having to get a deeper voice in order to be considered a man, will likely be more comfortable with a deeper voice. That way, he will present better as what our society deems to be a man
@Elektrochoke Жыл бұрын
@@technoloverish exactly it’s a social construct but we are all part of our society and our culture, trans people included. They do what they feel they need to do to align with with their gender. The same than cis people express themselves physically whichever way wanted, we all do and we’ express the society and culture we’re part of.
@Isabella-dm7jx Жыл бұрын
This is a wonderful video, As someone who has struggled with my gender Identity my whole life it is good to see someone who has had a similar experience. I am about to pick up my first HRT prescription in the coming month but ive spent years going through everything to decide whether this is truly for me or not. super video, I was around all those years ago!
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
i'm a month in. it's not a magic bullet, but i'm happier than i have been for as long as i can remember. i'm over 40
@taiyouscandalous1175 Жыл бұрын
congrats on the HRT!🥳
@Ruby_Mullz Жыл бұрын
Thank you Samantha I very much needed this video. I’m currently in the process of referral for a GIC and seeing how similar my story is to mine is comforting. It doesn’t mean I’m trans until I’m diagnosed, but it’s definitely a peace of mind that I’m not alone.
@RobisonRacing68 Жыл бұрын
I love hearing people's life stories. I also think that, for those of us who transitioned a long time ago (November will be my 27th year), that it is occasionally good to go back and remember our early days of transition, revisiting some of the wonder and awe we felt at the time. I don't know about you but, even though those days were very difficult, my god, they were also full of wondrous new levels of heightened emotions and feelings. I kind of miss it to be honest...
@our12silly Жыл бұрын
Are you saying the glory is gone? Come on. LOL I don't have you beat in years, but I'm up there. LOL. Look she's young, everything is new when you're young trans or not. I think there are still new things to see. What's new in our world is this trans girl/women online :) She is amazing to watch. I just found her recently. I'm like, is this the new out for trans? It's a lot more out than my 22 years ago, and that is great. But, I also see the new right-wing out, and that's pretty loud/scary. So fun times. Only problem with all this new out. I can't run as fast as I use too. Like when I was young a truck load of men jumped out of their truck and attempt to kill me. I got away. I'm not so sure I can get away at my age. So, I just carry heat. LOL
@Emi222-p3z Жыл бұрын
As a transgender woman I understand I to am going through the hard times and this year I hope to finally start my journey to look the way I feel and be happy
@erdemmemisyazici3950 Жыл бұрын
May Allah smile upon you always.
@alyssasembrat8096 Жыл бұрын
Please more of this! My beautiful girlfriend is trans and just came out and you are her inspiration! We love your content and videos like this help break down the stigma and internalize bigotry. We both love you so much!! Thank you!!
@samstrau499 Жыл бұрын
I came out as a trans guy for the first time close to five years ago, but went back into the closet after about half a year because people's reactions were really bad. I had never even told my dad. I did go to therapy for two years, and while I couldn't find a gender therapist, my current therapist is really helpful with all of this. I can't speak to gender therapy specifically, but going to therapy is important! I was able to rule out all kinds of underlying things that might have been causing gender dysphoria just by dealing with them in therapy. I am so much more confident in myself, I have a really good body image, my depression symptoms have subsided. The dysphoria is still there. And has been since I was around eight. I moved out almost a year ago, and in finally being able to be myself, I, with the help of my therapist, finally figured out what is the right path for me. I finally got the courage to come out to my family. It went as badly as one could have expected, but they'll come around. And I am going to start my medical transition within the next few weeks. I don't really know why I'm posting this. Idk it just feels like a safe space.
@Aatell7647 ай бұрын
I hope it's gone well!
@littlelemon1783 Жыл бұрын
It’s so wild u bring up Gigi gorgeous because literally same , she impacted me so much without me even realizing it just really helping me feel more comfortable with myself and living authentically within myself . Major throwback wow so much love ❤
@ACAB.forcutie Жыл бұрын
As a cis woman who sometimes likes to dress up as a man, there is a difference! I definitely considered if I was trans, but I was like.. "no, I love my curves and my boobs and everything that makes me feminine" I just like to "go undercover" sometimes 😂 Like drag queens! Often cis men 👍
@itsjustalf7747 Жыл бұрын
Drag kings are a term you could use for that!
@ghost8339 Жыл бұрын
what's a cis woman?
@ACAB.forcutie Жыл бұрын
@@ghost8339 I was AFAB and I identity as a woman 👍
@ACAB.forcutie Жыл бұрын
@@itsjustalf7747 oh yeah I know lol, I was just making a point there's a difference between wanting to basically cosplay as a man, but still want to be your assigned gender and actually being trans 😅
@cynthx Жыл бұрын
Clothing does not a dysphoria make. It upsets me that you thought you were experiencing gender dysphoria because of clothing. Were you around in the 90s?
@meinthesensualworld Жыл бұрын
LMAO the tshirt for hair is a universal experience
@_samanthalux Жыл бұрын
Oh thank god lol
@JothanGurr Жыл бұрын
I’m het sis but I find this video so relatable in that there are so many of us who don’t quite fit in to the world and the way you found a private space to explore who you really were is something I think a lot of us do in different ways. Great content, and I really appreciate how you have have created a safe space with your videos to talk about topics of authenticity, gender, and society at large.
@iciinq6305 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for talking about this! I’ve watched you for years, and while I’m not trans, I know that what you’re doing can and has helped so many people. I love hearing you share things you are genuinely passionate about sharing! Your channel is yours, so if it’s hard to be constantly reacting to transphobes, always know you have the right to take a break. Love you 💕
@MxPotato84 Жыл бұрын
Tho im not trans, im non-binary, watching this video made me think back to my younger years (for the thousandth time) being lost and confused about my gender and my ex birth person really hammering hard to force me to accept that im a girl when I wasn’t. I have talked to my regular therapist about my gender identity several years ago and she does agree i am non-binary after a deep dive into how i perceived my gender all my life and hating being forced to be something i was not. Last year i told my therapist I really need top surgery cuz I’ve always had chest dysphoria but the long term damage my ex birth person instilled into me took a lot of time to work through and unravel myself. Sadly, im too piss poor to get top surgery. Ive looked into getting a grant, but no thanks to my autistic brain, i can’t understand how to get a grant. Ive told my dad and he is supportive, but hasn’t made any action in looking into getting a grant for me to get top surgery. Im going coo coo bananas and im at the point I want to rip my breasts out and yeet them into the sun!! It’s also effecting my depression too. And with warmer days coming, soon it will be too hot out to wear a binder and i just don’t want to exist outside in the world even though i like summer. I hate being poor and living paycheck to paycheck. Im just gonna stop cuz im on the verge of ugly crying right now.
@straberryshinigami15g97 Жыл бұрын
Non binary people are trans! We’re trans :)🏳️⚧️
@saundraschaefer Жыл бұрын
I'm really sorry you're going through this.
@SpecialBlanket Жыл бұрын
hey I'm autistic too. in california you qualify for state-paid transition care of any kind after 1 month of legal residency if yr low income.
@MxPotato84 Жыл бұрын
@@SpecialBlanket that’s really awesome, but i live in NY state.
@elijahsamuel8177 Жыл бұрын
Hey nonbinary is trans! It falls under the trans umbrella. That doesn’t mean you need to medically transition or claim the label if you don’t want to . Just some food for thought tho if you are nonbinary you are entitled to call yourself trans even if you don’t want physical/medical transition
@kushprince8001 Жыл бұрын
This is a really insightful video and once again thank you for being a voice in the community. I can only imagine how hard it is for you having the weight of such a roll but thank you, thank you, thank you and thank you again 😂❤
@kristopherlawrence6476 Жыл бұрын
I needed a letter from a therapist to get on hormones, so I started therapy at 17 so I could get hormones at 18. My therapist was not experienced at all on trans people, and seemed to affirm that I had dysphoria and should transition, but still misgendered me? But the whole 8 months of therapy I went through were basically talking about my childhood and family, and not very much about gender. I wish it had been more extensive, but I am glad I was able to access the medical care I needed when I did. Honestly, I think everyone should seek therapy before making any permanent bodily change, even for cis people doing anything cosmetic or otherwise appearance-altering. Do I think it should be mandatory? No, but I think it's smart to talk through with a professional to see of you're in a good headspace to handle those kinds of changes.
@senzar2639 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing - I love that type of content from you! As a non-binary person who is only officially out to some safe people (I am not hiding it but did not officially say it to e.g. family) your stories are so immensely powerful
@Ian_Jules Жыл бұрын
Just want to say, fwiw coming from me as a cis guy, I would totally be down to see more videos like this. I am interested in understanding people whose experiences are different from my own. This video is a prime example and it's wonderful that people like Samantha are willing to share.
@lovelight8722 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful advice! ❤ therapy is of the utmost of importance. Not only is this important to validate your identity but it will also give you the proper tools with dealing with the transition process
@TheMediaMage Жыл бұрын
I've been trying to work up the courage to come out to my family as a transguy and talk to my therapist about getting in touch with a gender therapist and seeing this is really helping me feel like I can do it. I don't know when it'll happen, but it's beginning to feel a lot less scary to do. Thank you for sharing your story! ^^
@supermangarritano6636 Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤ as a trans guy I understand
@SiouxsieSiouxFan555 Жыл бұрын
I’m also a trans guy 🖤
@koda5209 Жыл бұрын
Add me as demiguy enby
@CharlesWawa Жыл бұрын
same
@CharlesH-t9r Жыл бұрын
My nephew is transitioning to being a trans man these videos help me understand what he's going through he's doing testosterone injections, and so far everyone in his life is supportive...his parents are supportive too Kudos to all of your for being vulnerable and opening up
@nicolausteslaus Жыл бұрын
I'm also a transblack
@Rose_Reverie-x Жыл бұрын
i think that it’s great that you were able to go through that process and that you were able to talk to your mom about it. i think access is a huge issue. like when i was around 17 i really really wanted to just go to regular therapy because i was dealing with depression and anxiety, but my mom didn’t take it seriously enough to let me go. and after that i didn’t have health insurance for years. even with health insurance it’s difficult to find therapists, let alone those that understand gender issues. for me, self id was the only option. i didn’t take starting hormones lightly. i spent almost a year after realizing i’m trans trying to unpack everything on my own and going back and forth on whether or not i should start hrt. i didn’t really have a support system through this process. it is a really big decision. in an ideal world, i think everyone should have access to experts to help them make decisions like this. i wish i did. i just don’t know if that’s realistic. i don’t know if it’s possible for everyone who needs those resources to have access to them instead of going through what i went through, and what a lot of trans people go through before deciding to do informed consent. of course, i think this process should probably be a requirement for minors. hopefully with more awareness, it would be possible for them to all have access to gender therapists.
@clivematthews95 Жыл бұрын
I love all your content, didn’t realize you also had these kinds of videos 👍🏾 You’re definitely helping a lot of people with your channel and I’m just happy to be a of part it. I just hope the dysphoria has gone down over the years. You’re very brave for talking about your life on yt and for taking viewers with you on your journey. ❤️💛❤️💛
@Westsideauditor1469 Жыл бұрын
I just came across your channel by accident and I’m glad I did. You’re an amazing woman, you do so much for people, I think WAY more than you realize!! I’m not transgender, but I do have a ton of respect for you for doing all the things you do. Keep being you, I honestly believe you’re an amazing WOMAN!! You said something in your “He cheated on me and I’m grateful,” video that I don’t agree with at all. You said “no man’s dream girl is a transgender girl.” A REAL man wouldn’t think that way, he would think of her as his dream girl because he loves her. You would absolutely be my dream queen if I knew you personally!!
@benbastianiartmusic1421 Жыл бұрын
Her voice is super soothing.
@karenjones3474 Жыл бұрын
this woman is so nice so kind xx
@aazhie Жыл бұрын
Your mom sounds amazing, I'm glad she was there for you :) Important to be real with your kids, get them help in the best way you can.
@JsscRchlDrsy Жыл бұрын
I told my mom when I was three years old, but there was no support. I grew up as a teen in the eighties. I remember never feeling comfortable or thinking something was wrong seeing photos or videos of myself as a boy, or a man. After starting my transition, (HRT for 15 plus years now) I remember someone took a video of me at a party. I was in my early thirties. I remember watching it. 24 hours later I realized I did not question myself, nor did I feel uncomfortable seeing myself as a woman in the video. That was a huge moment for me. For the first time I saw myself the way I was supposed to be. Later on in life, I had a chance to do the surgeries in my late thirties, but I did not do it and I’m kicking myself in the ass now. I think I was ok as I was at that time, but the dysphoria still shows up. Now, as I’m older, I am getting ready and making appointments to have no further delay in my transition. It’s been a long road and a real fight, but I’ll get there soon. You are wonderful Samantha. I can relate to you on so many levels. I am truly proud of you. Good luck with everything.
@-_-pan96-_-45 Жыл бұрын
Please make more videos about your trans experiences !! I feel the same way right now and I'm 17 years old... I've been feeling this way since forever and it's really comforting seeing what you went through while I can't transition at all yet ... I live in a very unsupportive environment but I haven't came out yet ... So I don't really know if they're supportive ... But this summer I will come out and I'll go to the therapists and stuff like that and I wanna know how it is because I am really scared... I've been feeling this way since I were 6 years old I believe when I saw a woman on a store wearing a dress and turning around... That's when I knew something was up... When we go to the city I live as a girl outside and before I go home I take my whole life off and put a new fake mask on ... I am tired of that... I wanna be free finally 💖
@chronogaruda2003 Жыл бұрын
This was a very informative video. As a trans woman, I really appreciated your story. If only my family was more understanding towards me.
@erdemmemisyazici3950 Жыл бұрын
Fuck'em, you be you is easier said than done of course but believe me in time they have no choice but to accept you as who you are.
@63194 Жыл бұрын
I love so much how samantha's family is so lovable and so supportive, I feel like they would do everything to make her happy! I wish I had a family like that too... I'd be so happy.
@fretless05 Жыл бұрын
As I understand the medical term "dysphoria", it's not a condition, but a symptom. So, it makes a lot of sense to do that deep dive to make sure you understand what's at the heart of your dysphoria before choosing to go down a path that involves permanent physical changes! I'm sure the process gives a lot of comfort and confidence in the path you chose, and I'm SO glad you're happy as you are.
@fabledskye Жыл бұрын
Fun fact, you are my Gigi. I also agree, I went through a more intensive process and was diagnosed with gender dysmorphia. For me, that process has alleviated doubts and given me more confidence in moving forward in my transition then I ever thought possible. I agree, it is time well invested. I also agree, I wanted hormones and procedures RIGHT NOW...but you get there...its a journey! :D
@pragyasingh2297 Жыл бұрын
This isn't the point of the video at all but you are absolutely stunning, inside and out
@davefisher1840 Жыл бұрын
This was excellent. I agree with Samantha that it's important to see a therapist and take your time. Here is an example: You see a car that you want to buy and you can think of all the reasons why you want it and want it now. So you buy it. Then you realize you have a monthly payment for 5-6 years. You discover your car insurance has gone up a lot. Then you find out your taxes are much higher. And finally, the car lost value as soon as you drove out of the dealership. Now you have buyer’s remorse and there is nothing you can do about it. Had you taken time to study all the negatives you may not have decided to buy the car. Transitioning is a serious decision and should take time so you will know for sure it is the right for you. A therapist can help you discover the real you. And, it may well be that you should transition. Then you can move forward with certainty.
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
but no matter what, the car will be gone. your body will be with you for as long as you live, if it makes you unhappy, fix it sooner rather than later
@davefisher1840 Жыл бұрын
@@natalieisagirlnow that will work if you are sure.
@natalieisagirlnow Жыл бұрын
@@davefisher1840 how can you not be sure about what you want? this isn't a decision like "do i want pizza?"
@davefisher1840 Жыл бұрын
@@natalieisagirlnow sometimes we know almost immediately and sometimes it takes time. We are all different. Once I knew for sure that I was transgender and started HRT I have never had a doubt.
@KaylaJPaige Жыл бұрын
Gigi also helped me discover my trans identity. I remember watching videos of just her existing and being happy and I literally wanted to be her so bad lol. Now I’m very happily my own person, and I realize that I didn’t really want to be her, I just wanted to be as free as she was. Proud and happy to say that I have been for several years now 😊
@kal807 Жыл бұрын
I really value hearing your experience. my experience is one under informed consent which did not have the intensive therapy with it, but the route still held (and still holds now) a lot of self reflection and work. I'm grateful I got access, but the work doesn't end with hormones.
@failfailpass Жыл бұрын
Every time you were like "it sounds cliche" or "cheezy" girl it's absolutely not! The amount of seen I am from this video damn. ❤❤❤
@Elektrochoke Жыл бұрын
Even if not just to “validate” and “diagnose” is just that it should be a right to have therapy support to deal with your feelings and the whole process.
@foregroundeclipse8725 Жыл бұрын
I'm forcing myself to be alive in the hopes one day I'll be able to transition. I'm 21 right now. I came out officially as trans when I was in high-school.
@Jokerxeno1 Жыл бұрын
🤡🤡🤡🤡
@foregroundeclipse8725 Жыл бұрын
@@Jokerxeno1 ???? 🤨
@atlas4732 Жыл бұрын
@@foregroundeclipse8725 ignore them, they’ve been going around and being weird on comments of trans people. You don’t deserve that, I hope you get the help and support you need one day and I’m proud of every day you’re alive. Keep fighting and Stay safe, you’re a beautiful person inside and out and you and many others deserve to be fought for and loved 🏳️⚧️💕
@foregroundeclipse8725 Жыл бұрын
@@atlas4732 Thank you. I'm trying .🏳️⚧️
@arvintrevino4622 Жыл бұрын
Girl I get you. I didn't Realize I was Trans until 6 months ago. As a suicide survivor I never had the introspection of looking into myself 6 years ago. Since then I've been going to General Therapy. I thought I wanted to end it all because I was lonely, I tried to fulfill mens roles and I never felt happy (waking up kind of happy). And when I introspected myself and placed the the little things together yup im Bigender. It was a lot to take in for myself. My friends accepted no matter what. I felt so disgusted at myself for how I acted because I used to be like those radical Republican Christians in HS. I was trying to force myself in their circles to appear normal. Now, I accepted myself and go out in public even though other people see me as a man I am a woman. I do want to transition, but Texas doesn't care for its people. We need more Advocates and Pro-Trans rights. Its a basic Human right that surpasses religious peoples beliefs and morals.
@Siini6 Жыл бұрын
Omg this is so motivational and I almost cried whe you was telling about the part where you put Make up on looked so pretty and then has to shower off nd hide it, can completly understand how you felt 💔
@zachnesmith Жыл бұрын
Thank you for helping this cis dude learn more about the trans community. I really, REALLY enjoy your content.
@DimitriTheBarbarian Жыл бұрын
Calling yourself “cis” is kinda …. weird
@zachnesmith Жыл бұрын
@@DimitriTheBarbarian And I care because why now?
@chromaoaks9532 Жыл бұрын
I think this video in particular amazing! I really, really agree with this. I'm a 29 y/o Cis man. Long story short: During highschool I remember feeling "dysphoric" from time to time, so I spoke with my therapist about it, which helped me realize (after quite some time) that it wasn't actually dysphoria, but a rejection towards masculine standards forced on me. Turns out, im just a cis bisexual guy with little to no care about masculinity or femininity. I guess Im kind of the opposite example! (lol)
@AutomaticDuck300 Жыл бұрын
If only I was in your shoes. I’m glad you found your true self.
@adelinewar3222 Жыл бұрын
I am a woman and yet I don’t talk like this. Do woman really need to talk like this to be called a woman?
@INeverHadSushi Жыл бұрын
+and he dares to argue about stereotyping women 😂
@noahtaylor8673Ай бұрын
Trans women have a lot of pressure to be conform to societal expectations of femininity whether or not it’s the most common form of feminine expression. I think KZbin audiences also expect a certain personality that is put on when making a video.
@Itri_Vega Жыл бұрын
I started transitioning two and a half years ago, at 30, and have been on Testosterone for 8 months. While it was the best decision I ever made, I lost my entire social circle over it. Therapy is providing support I would need a social circle for, and helps me navigate buried feelings that are coming to the surface now that I am safe enough physically and mentally to face them.
@jenneljustus9601 Жыл бұрын
I knew at around age 7-8, in 1959 that there was something wrong with me. My grandma always bought those rag papers like the Enquirer at the grocery store checkouts. I was reading an article one day about this woman who went by the name of Hedy Jo Star that had a sex change from a man to a woman, and that just clicked to me that that was what I was, a transsexual. But, the in those early days it wasn't widely known, and I hid it until I was 35 in 1986 when I told my mom and dad. I moved out of Western NY to LA and began my transition in 1988, and here I am now at 71, living my best life
@Gojirosan Жыл бұрын
Loved this, great to hear a bit of your experience. Thank you, Sam, you're amazing.
@luisfernandopasquinelli2787 Жыл бұрын
I mean... I understand what you're saying, Samantha, but I think it really comes down to a case by case analyses. Therapy is super important, but gender dysphoria should not be a requirement. Not every trans person will show signs of gender dysphoria, and that doesn't make them less trans. Like me, I'm 30, closeted trans, MtF, and I thought for the longest time I was okay being a man. It isn't great, but it's not too bad either, and I never thought there was another option. Just last year I started to inform myself about trans people, and I started to notice how I repressed myself over the years. I've never allowed myself to explore my gender, and even now I'm a bit hesitant in trying make-up or painting my nails... But I'm trying to do better. Like I said, therapy is super important, and that will be my first step, so maybe one day I might get HRT, but sometimes I really feel like I lived 30 years as a man, but I would not want to live another 30 years as one.
@k.lambda4948 Жыл бұрын
Given the tone of the wider discussion happening in the ENglish-speaking world, this was a much-needed video. Thank you :)
@Kweerdaddy Жыл бұрын
I agree with you, the therapist and your mother took the proper steps to ensure that you won’t go through the transition only to still feel what you were feeling or in the worst case scenario like those who were misdiagnosed by rushing through it. I think it’s part of why you’re such a strong woman today.
@Jim-oe9pt Жыл бұрын
I agree with everything you said in this video Samantha. No one should undertake such a momentous decision lightly, without thorough analysis and education about the issues. However, I feel sure you would agree that in this homophobic/transphobic world we are trying to survive in, the weight of the argument is on the side of those who advocate for greater access to transgender health care. Isn't that what groups like WPATH and the National Center for Transgender Equality have been advocating for for all these decades? Thank you for another great video. Please keep up the good work. Bless you!
@staffordchock6399 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being truthful and honest,my son (daughter) felt this way since he was at least a year old and now lives his life being who he really is❤
@jasminegailey7510 Жыл бұрын
I love your videos especially videos like this one. They are helpful and great advice. In about 2 weeks makes 2 yrs on hrt. Best thing I did for my life. I’m much happier now then I was. I love whom I am now
@juniperfox1064 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate you saying that its good to do the therapy and internal work first. I and many others have realized after starting medical transition that other issues we hadn’t unpacked were influencing our feelings and decisions. Then we start to realize we might not have needed all those medical things.
@bamdles Жыл бұрын
thank you for the information I'm 14 and I'm starting meetings about HRT in July this helped a lot because I didn't really know what to expect
@bokkebokke7 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been exploring my gender identity the last year or so, partly for my own curiosity but because I want to be the best version of myself. But I always knew I was different, in part because I’m on the spectrum. I always used to imagine being in girls clothes, and socially, I always related to them more. But being a guy, sometimes it’s intimidating to befriend them without feeling creepy, outside of controlled social settings, at least for me. But I do agree with your pragmatic approach to kids transitioning and them having to go through an intense gender therapy in order to get that diagnosis. While the standards of care have changed, it’s better to do that rather than risk unnecessary health complications down the road.
@wli399 Жыл бұрын
I agree if access is available seeing a therapist who is knowledgeable about gender dysphoria is a good idea. I just struggle with the idea of showing and proving gender dysphoria by using childhood and people around you. I know you aren’t saying that is necessary; it is just something that sits sore with me. I grew up in a very conservative household and any hints of gender non conformity were wiped out. So it can be an impossible standard for many trans people to meet. Anyway, love your content as always and appreciate you sharing your experiences ❤️
@charlieblah Жыл бұрын
as much as I want to do deep gender therapy, I've been waiting on the same waiting list for the last 3 years ... in the mean time, I've been able to go on hormones and get gender-affirming surgery so I guess therapy and processing will be the last step in my transition...
@MrEiniweini4 күн бұрын
My daughter came out to me as possibly lesbian at 15. My reaction was to point out that her education was going to be intense at school for the next two years (she was aiming for university) and social changes around her at that age might mean that she didn't want to be tied to any one partner, regardless of sex or gender. It turns out that was the right call. At 25 she is heterosexual with a fluid bisexual acceptance. You do not need to make a decision on these things in the moment when young. The timeline here seems to be that Samantha had an epiphany rather than a slow years long self awareness. Making sure that it was the right path with specialists and support seems to have been the best direction.
@sandwichqueen Жыл бұрын
I'm trans, and if I went through the same process I would have never gotten hormones and be head of a LGBTQ club. It may be good for some, but for me it would have just been a barrier that was impossible to get through. I had similar experiences to you, but I did a great job hiding them with sports and not realizing it, and liking comics. While it might be good for some people, sometimes you are the expert on yourself.
@ellenorahoxhaj3672 Жыл бұрын
Just because it could be impossible to you, doesn’t mean that carefully making a psychological assessment of gender dysphoria is a bad idea. I was 19 when I got diagnosed and in Denmark the regulations are more strict, and i’m actually happy for that. When you transition later in life you have to take it to consideration that psychologist may want some assessments done to make 100 % sure that it’s the right thing for you. So stop with this ‘gatekeeping’ nonsense and try to be rational. So many people think they are trans these days without them actually being trans, but suffer from various mental health issues that need to be addressed first.
@sandwichqueen Жыл бұрын
@@ellenorahoxhaj3672 I wasn't saying that you shouldn't do it. I was just saying it shouldn't be required because sometimes it can be a hindernace
@alexandralillywhite5997 Жыл бұрын
This is one of those "Nope" ones. The whole process you describe sounds like an intense program of "justify yourself". What you describe is an invasive, unnecessary invasion in to who a person is; and all done with the purpose of hanging over their head the threat of not allowing them to transition. For you that worked, but for many others that's a traumatic and abusive experience, especially when it's drawn out over years. After a person has started puberty and is still wanting to transition, there is such a low chance that they are not trans, that it becomes a pointless exercise to require further proof. It isn't a case of "if transition is right" it's a case of "when". These types of gatekeeping exercises push back the "when". Medically, all that should be necessary for "persistent and insistent" is 3 months. As far as medicine is concerned, that's a chronic condition. 6 months at a stretch and a year at most. It's good it gave you some surety in who you are, and I know a whole lot of transmeds use this as justification to maintain gatekeeping. But all that therapy should not be required before the diagnosis. Especially as the availability for that therapy is next to 0 in many places, and would effectively outlaw being trans. I went through that process as a kid myself, it took me 6 years just to get a referral to the waiting list, and by that time I was an adult. I never got to the bottom of that waiting list, and the last update I got was the facility was shut down and the wait list scrapped. Kids struggle to get a single appointment when it's self harm and s******, so meeting a requirement of 12 appointments with a specialist would result in more bad outcomes. Some kind of therapy should be part of the ideal treatment plan, but not a roadblock on the way to starting treatment. If it turns out to be wrong *later*, then do exactly the same thing we do in the rest of medicine and stop the treatment. Yes there "have been cases" where it was wrong. Please understand this is incredibly rare and in medicine it is somewhere around god tier rare. To give a comparison with other areas of medicine, you'd think that a broken arm is a pretty clear cut and dry situation. Go in, get an x-ray, get a cast. Yet 22% of arm fractures are misdiagnosed. That's not an adequate reason to refuse to treat broken arms until that certainty goes up to 100%. This compares with less than 1% of minors who are referred for transition care. Before they've walked through the door, with no diagnosis or treatment, we know with greater than 99% certainty that this is the correct path for them, that they will be diagnosed, and that diagnosis will be correct. Most of the remaining 1% get no treatment beyond therapy and social transition, with a majority also being definitely trans but treatment is wrong for them *now* due to outside factors such as transphobia and unsupportive family. At the same time around 95% of trans minors do not get a referral before they are adults. That gives us a false negative rate of up to 95% compared with a false positive of at most 0.05%. The false positive there is pretty good. But if we were taking a pregnancy test and it had a 95% chance of coming up negative when there's a bun in the oven, you'd declare it an utter failure. Sure it's "a big decision, it has major impacts" you get that broken arm misdiagnosed or delay treatment? You might never be able to use your hands again. You start HRT when it wasn't right, you still have months or years to turn back. It's bad for those people for who it isn't the right thing. It's also bad for the people for who it is the right thing but they're denied treatment. Just like all of medicine, you cannot win 100% of the time. For example, about ten people die every year from things like band aids through anaphylactic shock from a latex allergy. But we still allow band aids without testing for a latex allergy because the complications from an infected wound can also lead to death and are far more likely. In this case, just like the band aids, the odds of it being wrong are so low that "what if?" should not be a reason to put even more things in the way of treatment. Instead doctors should do what they do with any other treatment and weigh up with their patient the pros and cons and risks, then make a decision based on that. If doctors required as much certainty as they already expect for trans people for everything else, the field of medicine would fall apart and we'd be back to medieval health care.
@gwathooon Жыл бұрын
Personally, I don't need a diagnosis to know what I am. I also worry that a system like that favours feminine straight trans women due to societal biases. I was convinced by a gender therapist I couldn't be trans because I was attracted to women. I lament the time I lost to his bias. I didn't fit his definition of what a woman could be so he could not conceive of me as one. It fills me with light to hear your journey, I don't know if it applies to everyone of our particular disposition though.
@rylanmerrick Жыл бұрын
I agree with you here. I think if therapy with a *good therapist* is an option it is a positive thing and should be encouraged, but making it a requirement bar to pass before accessing health care is concerning. There are very many questionable therapists and doctors out there. It can be very difficult to get an accurate diagnosis of a medical condition, treating dysphoria similarly will make access to trans health care equally challenging. And then there is the added bonus of poor training in trans health care, the shortage of accessible therapists, and the wild bigotry in the medical feild. I think in a perfect world, Samantha's take would be a good one, but as it stands currently i think it would just serve to barr more people from access to life saving care. I showed very little "signs" of being trans as a child as it was simply never an option. All my childhood photos are of me with long hair and wearing dresses, my room was princess themed and i wanted to be a ballerina. My family was clear in their bigoted veiws so i never even entertained the idea (dispite knowing deep in my soul that i am a man). I wasnt even a tomboy or someone who was openly attracted to women. To the outside observer there were zero signs. Yet i am now an adult happily living life as a flamboyant man married to another man. Thank god for the informed consent system. About half of the doctors i have had have been uneducated on trans people (and act like it) and i live in a very trans friendly area, so i couldn't imagine finding a knowledgeable therapist would be an easy task.
@timbridges8593 Жыл бұрын
Hi Samantha, you are gorgeous. On the outside and the inside. I’ve been watching you for a little while and you’ve taught me a lot about transgender people. Thanks. 🇨🇦😁
@0.abbi.0 Жыл бұрын
Omg the Ariana Grande part… I also had an obsessive Ari phase and honestly I think anyone who wants to embody femininity as much as possible has looked up for her at one point
@dyingmaisy Жыл бұрын
This might be the most responsible video you have made. Very wise advice.
@Lilly-Schmitt Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all you do ❤️
@ACAB.forcutie Жыл бұрын
Yay I got it to $500 😊❤ Keep donating people!!!!
@Leena79 Жыл бұрын
I'm not trans, but I'm queer and some degree of genderfluid. The process of getting the gender dysphoria diagnosis sounds very similar to how I got diagnosed with autism as an adult. I too had to go through my entire life history, the psychologist interviewed my mom about my childhood, and it took quite a few tests and sessions. It's just the way it goes with diagnosing things that aren't as simple as a broken arm. I think, in an ideal world, we'd become open enough on societal level to discuss these things in healthcare early on, so instead of needing a separate heavy-duty diagnostic process when you're nearing the age of 18, and finally get to "legally" bring these things up, it would already be written down in your health records. Then, if it became necessary to medically transition, the process would be quicker and smoother at that point. It would most likely reduce the number of errors in the diagnoses, and be so beneficial to people's mental health.
@78deathface Жыл бұрын
I like this non-reaction style content, Sam 💪💪💪
@SimplyStephanie365 Жыл бұрын
Yes, please keep making content like this. It's so informative, and I have so many questions. I love you Samantha. Please keep up this wonderful thing you do!! 🥰💖🏳️⚧️
@Lifeonmarslooksrad Жыл бұрын
Really proud of you for making this video. Super important for younger people in your community to hear how you feel in hindsight about taking a slower process and going to a non biased gender therapist at the top of her field.
@lilliancontessa-she-her Жыл бұрын
You seemed so happy and relaxed in this video ☺️🕊️
@willowtdog6449 Жыл бұрын
Aw, baby Sam was so cute! I for one would love more content like this. I think it's not really controversial when talking about minors for them to get more evaluation than adults before more than puberty blockers are prescribed. I think at certain ages, we should give them to any kids that's freaked out about puberty onset. It can really mess with kids psychologically, and the blockers have such minimal side effects. The benefits greatly outweigh the risk of suicidality for all pubescent kids--though it's much higher for kids with more risk factors, obv. Anything that causes permanent changes should just be approached cautiously, but I think they are currently. There may be a minor push from the Trans Community, but it's important to be really clear that it's very hard for most people, especially minors, to get access at all. Which needs more attention, imo.
@jeffafa3096 Жыл бұрын
I agree that there should be an assessment by a professional to determine whether someone is transgender or not. However, waiting lists for these assessments can be incredibly long. Right now, I have been waiting for nearly 2 years just to get an intake, and it seems like I will still have to wait another year or so. I understand why people want transitioning to be easier, because waiting for so long, seeing your body changing over the years and feeling helpless about it, is a torment...
@chicknbaconranchmelt Жыл бұрын
I'm only 17 but my dream is to research the connections between psychology and gender identity and hopefully one day become a therapist who specializes in working with trans people or people questioning their gender to help them figure out who they are and reach a place where they feel confident and comfortable in their identity, whatever that means for them 💞
@TransIsBest Жыл бұрын
@@rhymerlegend2717 Mad that no one is as anti science as you?
@alexarley5451 Жыл бұрын
@@TransIsBest somebodys mad 😂
@TransIsBest Жыл бұрын
@@alexarley5451 Right? This guy must be so mad
@pinklemon-m5v Жыл бұрын
Perhaps you are already familiar but can i recommend robert sapolsky’s lectures on human sexual behavior. The whole talk is fascinating, but he does spend time talking about interesting brain physiology associated with both trans and gay people. Best of luck on your academic journey ✌️
@antarath517 Жыл бұрын
I agree with what you said in the video, I just want to add my own piece: First, I think needing to not be depressed or have things under control is pretty silly. I and many other people were not able to address our depression without hormones. Second, I think time barriers need to be as meaningfully used as possible. By that, I mean that the time between first consultation and prescriptions should be used FOR extensive therapy, not just as a time gate. For most people, this shouldn't need to go longer than a few months before the therapist is able to give a confident conclusion. Third, while therapy before hormones should be promoted, I don't think it should ever be required, since therapist/doctor gatekeeping is very common
@readyplayerocto Жыл бұрын
I really fear that the diagnosis might be that im not trans because i hate my body so much but i don’t have historical proof of that in any way i have never thought about my body before 13. I had experiences of thinking it would be better to be a girl but i didn’t know that was even possible. I remember hearing the story of sepriotes and praying that could be me. When i was 13 i saw a transition timeline and was like wait that’s possible. I did a lot of research and told my mom. She sayed its a phase and ask me again in a year. 2 Years passed i told her and nothing happened. That felt like a very big slap in my face. Since then i didn’t even try anymore because i fear rejection from both of my parents . Im so confident that im trans but what if the therapist says im not
@TAC-bible10 ай бұрын
My suggestion is to remain open-minded and be willing to explore yourself from multiple perspectives. You shouldn't be afraid that a diagnosis doesn't state you're trans. Maybe you're not. Maybe you are. I pray that you gain access to wide variety of support to help you figure out who you are.
@icewitchisla1981 Жыл бұрын
I think you were actually one of the first youtubers I watched when I was starting to really question my gender identity. People like you, Gigi, Blaire (I know, sorry) really made me start thinking about myself and stop repressing the gender dysphoria that I had. I wish that I had done more of a deep dive when I was in high school, but I didn't. I was 23 when I actually came out and now I'm 26 and I'm happier than I've ever been.
@icewitchisla1981 Жыл бұрын
oh, I was going to say that getting into vtubing has really helped give me gender euphoria too. Having a model that looks like how I wish I looked or how I hope I look at the end of my transition is really nice and makes me feel happy everytime I see it.
@rfields4137 Жыл бұрын
Blaire is fine and feminine AF don't be sorry lol I ❤her and Samantha
@bubby632 Жыл бұрын
@@rfields4137 she hates on Trans people a lot tho
@queen-patches233 Жыл бұрын
as someone who's been watching one piece since the late 90s, Will's take is more than just valid, it's been the take of the beginning since forever. also, for those who want a quick recap to just catch up to arcs that are recent, it's just easier to watch the movies to cover the previous arcs.
@TAC-bible10 ай бұрын
I appreciate that you're encouraging people to explore all avenues like gender dysphoria before concluding that questioning people are trans. Any large life-changing things should be treated with care. A lot of these surgeries are not able to be undone, so if someone realizes that they weren't really trans after all...that's just really unfortunate.
@jessicaholscher4097 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story with us!
@averylarson8139 Жыл бұрын
i love this type of video samantha! i’ll speak for myself but i watch your videos because i like you as a person and not because of reacting to transphobes. if you ever feel like branching out into more types of content, i’ll be here! much love
@MayMayOkay Жыл бұрын
Hey girl, just chiming in to say that I really loved hearing your personal experience with coming to realize your transness. 🏳️⚧️
@SirPsychoSidekick Жыл бұрын
I'm a cis man, but I think everyone should listen to these kinds of stories so we can all grow to understand each other. Unfortunately, I think a lot of transphobes need a lot more than hearing people's stories to change their minds, but no matter what, your story, your journey is important and valuable to society 😊
@SirPsychoSidekick Жыл бұрын
@Monica Fajardo Absolutely. If I have a connection with someone, and they feel it, too, I totally would date them.
@SirPsychoSidekick Жыл бұрын
@Monica Fajardo Definitely.
@GodSoLoved.Yeshua Жыл бұрын
Simply wanted to share that you shouldn't put everyone who disagrees with you under, *transphobe"
@SirPsychoSidekick Жыл бұрын
@Amalia Herrera people who say transphobic shit are transphobic. Full stop.
@cats9994 Жыл бұрын
@@GodSoLoved.Yeshua looking on the surface-level through your comment history, you also...seem to be transphobic? like gurl- "Dylan is not a girl, and boys can't become girls"- I'm just saying that's kindaaaa transphobic
@MadamMafia2 Жыл бұрын
I am trans, and did the whole one appointment and hormones thing, but I will say I have continued to get therapy, and continued to talk to people about my feelings. I am 120% sure I am trans, as when I was growing up, I would always say I wanted to be a girl and have a sex change (my words at the time) and I didnt even get what that meant. just thought id throw my story into the mix
@kylewagoner3 ай бұрын
I would really love someone to diagnose me. I have, at 32, finally accepted I’m not cis, but I don’t know if I’m full-blown trans or not. I have plenty of evidence towards being a woman and also a decent amount towards being non-binary. I also feel like I’d rather be a woman PARTIALLY because it’s easier to understand/explain being part of a binary to myself and others and honestly, I feel like I’ve lived “in between” so many things in my li- starting with my parents splitting when I was 3-that it’d be nice to fall on a side instead of in the middle for once. I also haven’t had major dysphoria with my body, I don’t really feel any desire for bottom surgery, and yeah. I would push “the button” to become a woman forever, but I don’t hate my current existence. It’s complicated and I’d love an expert to help me sort it out!
@Alexxthesmith Жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness, thank you for this video. It is helping me along my journey.
@ambientheat Жыл бұрын
I love your content and this type of content. The personal stories make it very personal. I wish I had found you sooner.