My Coming Out Story In The Middle East

[@asha8443]

As a Pakistani American, I came out to my parents spring break sophomore year of college. It went horribly..haven’t spoken to them in over 20 years..I can’t believe how homophobic Muslims are..even the ones who are in America like my parents.

[@ploomich]

I’m so sorry to hear that! I hope you found yourself a chosen family within our community. You deserved to be loved and I hope you never ever forget that. 🩷

[@DurMuhammad-tp5sk]

Where e u from in Pakistan im also here suffering same issues

[@thonyraks4887]

Whats your age now?

[@bilalbekhtaoui8226]

hey Can you give me your WhatsApp to be in touche with you

[@mattkk3726]

Muslims are against everything….

[@soheylredrose6451]

I'm gay still in iran , and truly your story was in a way inspiring, im a highdchooler and i definitely understand what you went through, it's super hard to live here , especially when your friends call gay people disgusting to your face , so thank you for sharing your story cause by doing so , you give little gay Boys like me can feel semi represented, your awesome ❤❤ Merci❤

[@el7284]

It's disheartening, but it also builds character in my experience.

[@nguyenvandangkhoa2005]

I wish you all the best. As you grow up, things will be betrer, trust me.

[@lune5289]

good luck friend

[@DavidHHH99]

Best of luck! Stay safe. Understand that you are important.

[@Mahc32]

It gets better! It was hard for most of us but it only makes you stronger for the future! Stay safe

[@jugularvein595]

This is the absolute best come out video ive seen. Im a 22 closeted egyptian, and ive been seeing those kind of videos since forever. They were always sad and over dramatic , leaves me depressed and crowled on myself. But this video was full of fun and twists. Ive had similar experiences to yours but i was smart enough to keep everything private till this day lol, only caught very few times. I use double accounts for everything and that works well. Im planning to finish medical school and go to a country that accepts me the way iam, but its gonna take hella lot of time, maybe even in my 30s, and also i gotta prepare mentally for the people and things im gonna lose. If you can talk about your approach to mentally heal from those in future video that would be amazing. Thanks bee and much much love 😘🥰

[@lulusalkeld6742]

بتوفيق يا حبيبي ❤

[@nemapara01]

OMG! That's heartbreaking: "UNTIL 30"!!!

[@nemapara01]

What's your parents and friend's opinion about those things?

[@nemapara01]

But believe me, it’s possible and you can be very happy. Just don't wait too long. Planning doesn't always turn out the way you expect, and the simple act of planning means you're limiting your possibilities.

[@JohnDoebr47]

You can go to any country and make an application for political asylum. get informations about the countries and choose the best one for you.

[@pj-ge8er]

Hey, I cant imagine how stressful it is to live in the middleeast while being gay. I applaud your bravery and thank you for sharing your story.

[@tyh3120]

The apostate West is becoming the Sodom. The nuclear bombings coming on the Sodom?

[@killertank3168]

The same happened to my very close friend here in Malaysia, but he decided to married and now he have 3 kids but he still have sex with man 😅

[@itsomarz9337]

Ok for your humble knowledge my friend in usa ( the country of freedom ) stabbed in the back for wearing a gay-ish cloths in the subway so it’s not about middle east homophobia is everywhere

[@tvalldal]

Except for Israel, where I've worked and lived for many years. Think what you will about Israel, but it's heaven for LGBTQ people. As opposed to the rest of the Middle East.

[@adam2fl]

Thank you for sharing this story. My husband is from the Middle East and he is still not out to his family. He came to America to go to school as well and that's how we met. Live your best life and find a guy or girl, that treats you with respect and love and holds you number one in their heart.

[@palakmishra077]

Wow i really wanna know your story can u please tell?

[@daviddibella548]

Totally appreciate your story. You are a very special guy.

[@matraeisi]

Thank you so much, I’m pretty sure you’re a very special, and amazing person yourself❤️

[@sauravbanerjee1159]

@@matraeisi u r brave nd a fighter bt i m bit confused when u said u r gay / bi..wt is tht means?

[@i_took_a_chonce]

​@@sauravbanerjee1159 I think he considers himself gay cuz he is homosexual. And he is also attracted to women therefore, bisexual. Sometimes, people sort of have their own definitions and that's totally valid You can identify however you wish to and be whoever you want to be x

[@i_took_a_chonce]

​@@sauravbanerjee1159i somehow I cannot edit my comment so here's another reply for you 😂 I just wanted to mention that, it was his answer to give and not mine. But hopefully that helps you understand something. Thank you♡

[@sauravbanerjee1159]

@@i_took_a_chonce ok man no prb i believe that human sexuality is fluid in any term....bt i m just thinking tht a person is may be homosexual or bisexual ...bt both at same time, how? anyway let close tht discussion here ..peace

[@donreeves4558]

Matin...you're a very brave man. Welcome to Canada, my friend. We need more men like you to make out country even greater. A fan from Canada...

[@kevindaniolp9390]

as an ex muslim gay man from syria i feel represented.. thank u.. xoxo 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈❤❤

[@bailtv6923]

I'm Muslim too but alhamdolillah I didn't find happiness of being gay, so I returned to the one who create me by repentance

[@rehanrassi9410]

​@bailtv6923 wow mashallah

[@michaelcalle2981]

@@bailtv6923You are sadly brainwashed by that Islamic ideology to think this way, do you realise how many are desperate to leave Islam and be free because of the harm it does to people….it’s likely who had some same sex attraction but you maybe weren’t fully gay and either way this channel isn’t for you then.

[@that_boi5551]

​@@bailtv6923 wtf are u doing here then?😂

[@Hope-om1kc]

@@that_boi5551😂😂

[@selispeks]

The "Gay Best Friend." YUP. I grew up in the US, so it isn't illegal, but my family is EXTREMELY religious and abusive. It's shocking how little people care. Always being reduced to, "you know, the gay one." Thanks for sharing your story! It's nice to see you laugh through it ❤

[@alpkarv]

As a Turkish, While watching the video, I thanked to Atatürk and secularism more.

[@doruk4541]

Sadly as of late it seems that we may not keep his values alive and well for too long

[@danross7194]

Not Turkish but I’ve been to Istanbul. Atatürk was so great for Turkey… democracy and making the Haji Sofia a museum/landmark were awesome things he supported. You seem like a really sweet and well adjusted person, despite your travails… I hope you find the happiness you deserve with the guy of your dreams. Cheers!

[@vahidnazifi3270]

We are so jealous of you guys😂🤍

[@2eleven48]

Yeah, but how does that work in reality?

[@Ameroff1982]

Too bad you now have Erdogan undoing much of his legacy. I've been to Turkey it's a beautiful place. Especially Istanbul.

[@riazgolshan]

Hey I'm a gay Iranian who was born and raised in America. I appreciate you sharing your perspective because culture and religion can translate to even another country. I can't begin to imagine how it would have been growing up with these difficulties with the added extremism and homophobia of Iranian culture. Lots of love

[@alexispineda5075]

Do you have Instagram?

[@pointpleasant6708]

Matin is so funny. He takes life with humor and giggling through all his experiences. 😂😅

[@rajendrapupala7122]

Oh God Matin is soooooooo irresistibly cute!!!!!!!! The smiles, the goofiness, the cuteness, everything about him is so amazing... I melted into water! Love you Matin! From New York!!! Raj

[@antiabrahamicreligion]

Hey gay person from india here 😜😁

[@AustinRoberts88]

My situation wasn't life threatening, but my parents handled it horribly for YEARS. And I love this comment section, you are so sweet and deserve to be protected!

[@gregmcfarland9303]

You have an amazing story that needs to be shared with the Muslim, fundamentalist Christian, fundamentalist Jewish, and any other religious beliefs that condemn or deny us our God-given humanity. Kudos for making yourself a happy man. Be at peace.

[@infoentertainment5743]

God didn't made any one gay, if your parents are not gay how you can be. It's environmental and learned behavior

[@gregmcfarland9303]

@@infoentertainment5743 So ask yourself this, how did my environment make me straight? Oh right, my parents are, therefore I am too. Oh and by the way where did I “learn”to be heteronormative? Must have been in the classroom, gymnasium, soccer field or all my teachers? Nobody learns to be LGBTQ+, we are born by God’s creative talent. Thank you God, I love me!

[@infoentertainment5743]

@@gregmcfarland9303 ok, so tell me is dick created for anus? From where stool comes out. Without intercourse what's relationship remains? Now don't say love is without intercourse, without intercourse there is no couple. So nature also nullifies same sex relationship altogether, because children can't ever be produced

[@infoentertainment5743]

@@gregmcfarland9303 gay ppl can't have children naturally never ever without any external methods. Dick going in anus only for pleasure nothing else and that's y god sent wrath on soddom and gomorah for this perversion. Many ppl who have these feelings have repented and came to straight path.

[@Scar-jg4bn]

​@@infoentertainment5743 based on your comments, you sure think about gay sex a lot...

[@KevinRoddy]

You said something that I paused to write down: "Nothing feels better than to express yourself freely and to be who you really are." Such beautiful words and phrasing. I came out 45 years ago and have never looked back. I was so so so so SO fortunate to have supportive parents who didn't bat an eye (and they were not religious either). I immediately moved from Atlanta Georgia to San Francisco where it was much easier to be gay when I was 22. 15 years later and two college degrees I moved to Hawaii, got married to a great guy scientist at age 55 - so it gets incredibly better, Matin! My very best to you on your Journey! Aloha!

[@lariosleandro6536]

You should read the bible.

[@TimothySmith123]

You are so adorable! I think middle eastern men are so handsome. Coming out is scary enough without worrying about being killed for it. Good for you and the best of luck to you in your freedom!

[@ajayojha8956]

Saddam Hussein was from the Middle East. 😳

[@AB-zl4nh]

Handsome people exist around the world.

[@Joe-bb7ok]

@@AB-zl4nh So he’s supposed to defend his personal preference? Maybe check yourself. 😑

[@Allandacky]

Omg yesss hes so good at storytelling I love how he explains his story lol

[@JazzaLv99]

Hey I have a very similar experience as I also left my country (Saudi Arabia) and claimed asylum in the UK (finally got it after two years) during my asylum process I also came out to my family and put them in the same situation (you either accept me or I’m cutting ties) I understand how difficult it’s and you are very brave and I’m very proud that you’re finally able to be your authentic self and building your future while taking care of your mental health. Thank you for making this video and I hope it inspires others to do the same while also being safe. Best of luck to you and I wish you all the best ❤

[@AbodMNS]

i am saudi as well and i am going to do what you did

[@ejaadreeza556]

Baby, can’t deny your cuteness of every giggle at the end of every sentence! 😍 Stay strong!

[@mazharakhter3588]

Heyy I’m not sure if you’re gonna see this but as a Pakistani guy who comes from a conservative Islamic background I related to this so much it was so heartwarming and made me feel like I’m not alone ❤ thank you for that. Stay blessed Matin edit: thank you sm for the beautiful replies I truly feel loved in this safe space

[@runpatrick]

you know that being muslim and gay is haram rightt...

[@johnchukwu2697]

Sending you love and strength

[@ploomich]

You will never be alone! We will always be a community, even if some evil people try to tear us apart and scare us, we are beautiful no matter what they say. Love from Tel Aviv 🩷

[@tommccomb4704]

You are NOT alone. I pray the day comes soon when you can be in community with other gay men, where you can just be you! ❤️

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

@@tommccomb4704 🙏

[@ehparham]

So brave of you for coming out! you definitely inspire lots of other Persian queers to find them selves love you for that❤

[@matraeisi]

Thanks bestie, I really wish things get better for those of them that are still in there🥲 thanks for always supporting me love u❤️🫶🏻

[@sgiovangelo47]

Thank you Matin, for your courageous story. I am much older than you are and being American, although we had to stay 'hidden' when I was young, still the culture in USA is nothing like the Middle East. My husband is Canadian and you are so fortunate to have relocated there. We love the Canadians; if only other countries could be as affirming as they are. Loved your testimony!

[@Kawkabzumuruda]

This popped up to me when i was really depressed thank u so much❤

[@matraeisi]

Glad I was able to help you feel better❤️ wish everything gets better for you🫶🏻

[@lastdays9163]

​@@matraeisiMatin literally cures depression ❤

[@danieldale7320]

Congratulations you are now Canadian, simply because you said "That being said". Heheheee. Really, don't stop encouraging others. You will help some persons that think they are the only one.

[@tyh3120]

Being a sodomite is the mortal sin. The Christ can change.

[@shadetreader]

If I use that phrase, may I please escape the US and move north?

[@theo.barcelona]

Btw, your “SHY” smile is really cute and will melt someone’s heart :) really !!

[@calblue8694]

You're such a good storyteller! Your little reactions are so adorable. Got me cracking up over here 😂

[@merjaymermanph]

Hugs! From Philippines 🇵🇭 Stay strong. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈

[@Berndr]

I happen to have a friend from Iran, as taboo as gay sex is, it is happening in Iran all the time, he was very pretty, and probably the reason he was sexually abused at age 12 by his uncle and his teacher and when he tried to speak to his mum about it , she just slapped him, and told him not to lie and never ever speak of it again ... this abuse continued for years, at age 18 He left the country and now live in UK... and sadly he has no contact with his family anymore! He told me this happens all the time under the nose of many parents and it is very common and expected in a sexually repressed country as Iran!

[@cydelamacorra6677]

It also happens a lot in the us so i kinda disagree with you.

[@Berndr]

​@@cydelamacorra6677 I was not talking about USA or the rest of the world to start with, so you had nothing to disagree with me, your disagreement is with yourself in your head!!!! But if you already want to read between lines, then I will say this: It is not about that it is not happening anywhere else, it is about how it is addressed ... unlike in the USA or the rest of the world, Islamic countries pretend it does happen or even does not exist!!!! in the USA an American woman would literally murder her partner or anyone who sexually abused her child, not ignore a such complain from her child out of some personal religious shame and disbelief! Once a workmate who was Indian told me that there is no such thing as a gay man in India and that only people in the West are as perverted! It is an attitude most Islamic people have!

[@joelcapco6018]

😢😢😢

[@melhiott7977]

god, glad to hear he’s in the uk now

[@Shaytan.666]

⁠@@cydelamacorra6677 what's there to disagree with. It's a fact that sexually repressed countries have more sexual abuse

[@rjcarter2904]

That is an interesting and sad story. I spent time in the Middle East, and I know the dangers of being gay. You seem to be a lovely man in every way. I'm glad you've made it to Canada.

[@rubenceballos6760]

Congratulations on living in Canada. As someone who lives in the United States and is still in the closet, I hope watching your video gives me the courage to come out. Thanks for such an inspiring video.

[@sjavijee]

You are a beautiful human being. Thanks for sharing your inspiring story!

[@bebopjazz1972]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, Matin. You come across as such a sweet soul and I hope the future remains bright for you.

[@matraeisi]

Thank you so muchh, I wish you the same! Thanks for taking time to leave such a nice comment for me and giving me support🫶🏻❤️

[@Metube9569]

Left islam and never have felt better in my life. I started to love myself again and threw away the rubbish islam installed upon me ❤❤❤

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

And liberal countries are letting Islam spread. :(

[@iMuaaz]

Darling Islam isn't the issue ur family was know the difference !

[@emmanuellazar8786]

Do you hate Israelies ?

[@hkgehts9061]

@@iMuaazislam is the reason

[@shaikrehanaparveen8862]

True islam isnt homophobic

[@gregguiamas2718]

I am happy for you. Wish I could say the same for my friend who is also a Muslim here in the Philippines. When we were younger, he is only able to express who he really is when he was around us and when we were at another friend's house. It's where he was comfortable, no other people, just us his friends who knew about him. He was forced into marriage and had to stop seeing us. We all moved on with our lives as adults. He has 3 kids now but we know he isn't 100% happy. Since then, we can only get updates on social media. I miss him, I remember when he would transform himself into a diva using blankets and sing like a true diva. You are so right about how religions can brainwash people.

[@PPMP898]

I am happy to hear young generation coming out being strong. Asia and Africa aren't easy societies because of religion. Keep up the spirit because God doesn't discriminate human beings do.

[@tamimnoory2023]

Wow Im also living in iran right now but if your originaly from iran you speaking is really amazing ...sharing your personal story to the world is a bold move and your very brave man and cute at same time!

[@dubon9999]

I send all my love and support to all the LGBT people of the world ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You all are important and very valuable even though we live in a world that makes you all believe otherwise. Remember always be proud of who you are 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 You all make from this world a better place ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 LGBT people are a rainbow of love in a world full of hate, but with difference of our straight partners, we all are united over a same flag 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 The flag of LGBT love ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 And we all must be united against hate, violence, discrimination and intolerance ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 We all are like a great family and we must fight to destroy hate ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 Remember, LGBT people is love and love always wins ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 I don't care about your race, nationality, biological gender, health condition, religion or any other condition ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 If you are an LGBT person you have all my love and my support ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You guys are not alone in this fight and all the LGBT people of all over the world needs to understand this messagge, cause just united we will win against hate and we don't have to allow that nothing divide us. Never feel bad of who you are and never allow that this cruel world change who you really are or turn off your light and your shine ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You all born that way and remember LGBT people of all the world, at the end, love always wins ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

🥰💖

[@sanjulasenanayaka1327]

Really agree with your idea....This comment includes everything what this nice community needs to be strengthened themselves.❤👊

[@dubon9999]

@@sanjulasenanayaka1327 Never allow that straight men and women divide us 💥💥💥💥💥💥 Gay men together forever ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@unknown-ie1co]

"We live in a world where people make you believe otherwise" Yeah, too bad those people are right

[@SailorPoutine]

I’m so sorry you had to go through all that 😢 I’m glad you are now here in Canada. 🇨🇦 🤗

[@fredwien7268]

Yes, hes really sweet! 🐰

[@thehonbarnabymiln631]

Us gays living and born in the West just don’t understand or realise just how easy we have it. It irks me all the time just how we take it for granted and your story is just one of millions. It must take huge courage to come out in a country like yours and I’m so glad you’re here at the other side and clearly happy, well done!! ❤

[@shadetreader]

Sounds about white cis gay

[@Scar-jg4bn]

@@shadetreader sounds like you play identity politics, which is funny since you're hating on white people and defending Islam in the comments. Don't forget that it's "white" countries that are the safe ones for gay people.

[@Jonisdabomb]

I grew up with a similar experience, in Texas. Texas is a very conservative and religious place. Sadly our experiences were very similar. I wish I had more friends like you back then. Now that I’m older I know who I am and make no excuses. Still deal with homophobia in my own family. But wanted you to know how very proud of you I am! BRAVO! You have a friend in me… Jon

[@Hereaxys]

Oh my gosh, your journey to express yourself is an inspiring one. I also can relate to you in some sense regarding family, I grew up in a islamic household and my parents thinks of gay people like we are some brainwashed community that is unethical, everytime they preach it I'm just like🧍🏻‍♀. Thankfully I go to a more international/english speaking school so people are more open minded to this. Videos like this would always make me feel like I'm not alone, there are millions out there like us that has an unfair disadvantage in life just because we're different than the majority :( . I would always try to be grateful because I know people out there don't have even 1 support system in their life when it comes to this. As of now, there ain't no way I'm coming out to my family as of now, maybe way later in the future when I'm older and more financially stable so that I'd have my own independence . SO glad that I got recommended this video of yours ahhh!! I've been following you since your first video. Can't wait to see your channel grow Matin! ❤😁 Love from Indonesia!! 🫶

[@matraeisi]

Omg mine is exactly like yours as you said, my family also thinks it’s a disease (other than my sis). It’s so good that you had the option to go to an international school literally must’ve saved your life to some extent 💀 Literally idk what we did to deserve to be born into homophobic countries😂 Wish you the best with coming out whenever the time was and thank you so much for being there for me since day one you literally got me teary eyed as I was reading your message😭🥹 love you thanks for the support❤️

[@Hereaxys]

omggg hii aww of course!! all the best for youu ❤🌟@@matraeisi

[@darwinmcclary]

We can't help but love you, too, with your infectious smile and laugh and your positive attitude. Thank you for being a voice for so many in countries that oppress the LGBTQ+ community.

[@ShaqItGood]

Same here. Struggle between being a Muslim and being true to myself. Decided to become both and live happier. I feel your struggle during the closeted phase. You said a few words about it but I know it was a constant struggle to pretend. Glad you came to terms with it. 🎉🎉🎉

[@cliftonbowers6376]

Traditional plural marriage included husbands too also woman are to stop wearing head cover once widow or past child baring ..but as the trash trickled in the faith changed to lies..😮😊

[@behroozshahdaftar4209]

Thank you. I'm gay and Persian, born in Iran and raised in America. I'm glad that more and more Middle Eastern gays are coming out and sharing their stories.

[@vacbrewernut]

My heart goes out to you. So many of us have stories similar to yours. You are an inspiration to others. Hugs.

[@aseelharb7163]

Go ahead bro we are Proud of you 🙌🏻

[@matraeisi]

Thanks for your support, I really appreciate you❤️🥹

[@lastdays9163]

I love that you were able to tell this story with a sense of humor. We need to keep it in mind that hating someone because of their sexuality, ethnicity, gender expression, etc. is a joke, and we should be able to laugh at it even though it's also simultaneously endangering us. To quote Seal " you're never gonna survive unless you get a little crazy" and you did gurl...you did. 🙏 🤲

[@bluekhan5591]

Thank you for sharing your story. It’s so good your family still support you and haven’t disowned you. I’m a muslim gay guy but not out, i’m 35 and still in the closet! Wishing you all the best ❤

[@marioluigi9599]

Lol "better repent"

[@robertford5614]

All that love in you, shining past hard times. And to come up and out beyond it all with that sweet twinkle in your eye. What a beautiful (hunky!) gift! 😘

[@seeyouonthetrail4442]

❤ coming out is a personal business. No one has the right to out you and take that away from you. You come out when u are ready, its a process that not everyone understands. Keep shining and live your truth.

[@aaronsensei7637]

So proud of you, It is hard enough to be your full self, it is far more difficult when how you are and what you feel is forbidden. You are a beautiful soul

[@rdnax92]

You sound like a really positive hearted person despite hardships or dangerous situations... wish you a wonderful and fulfilling life.

[@reyv4419]

Love your videos. It's nice that you feel safe and independent on your own now. Those are great advices. It's really hard to come out to your family especially if you're still dependent on them. I hope one day I can move abroad like you and find a place that feels safe.

[@matraeisi]

Thank you, I’m really glad you love them🥹yes coming out to family was really hard, the fear makes your knees weak😂 I wish you the best really and hope you can move abroad in the near future, you literally deserve it🫶🏻 stay strong ❤️

[@kevina.4500]

I think it is amazing how you still find humor in your story. I was scared for you just listening to all that you went through, but loved how you joked about it as well. Even in the darkest times, a positive attitude is key and humor can be our saviour.

[@ericfrancisestrada6885]

I got here in Canada since 2016 but I'm still depressed because it's so hard to find friends who are like us. I just want to find friends who I can talk to freely.

[@Bobsdad2009]

Total respect to you, Matin. You’re an inspiration.

[@billbrown4698]

you had a lot to overcome to get to where you are. I’m always proud of those who are as brave as you.🙌🏻

[@erik_carter_art]

Wow, I'm so sorry that you had a challenging coming out experience. But it's so beautiful that you even have a bit of a sense of humor about some of those experiences. It shows that those experiences don't have control over you. I'm so happy that you're able to live openly and truthfully now. :) Best wishes.

[@davidatkisson6141]

Much love and support to you. Thanks so much for being brave enough to tell your story

[@mckeldin1961]

Amazing story! I'm so happy you were able to move to Canada and pursue your life without fear of violence! Congratulations! (You have an endearing KZbin personality!)

[@robertbeining141]

Matin, Thank You for sharing your story. Your expression will help so many in the coming out process. So glad you made it to Canada, a great country. Stay strong and well.

[@jamesk8s1]

liked subscribed and belled. Thank you for sharing your story! I wish you every happiness, great health and true love in your life!! 🙌 p.s. I appreciate and admire the strength and sense of self worth you had when coming out to your family; I wish I had had that kind of strength and personal sense of self worth that you did. I bet viewers of your story will gain courage, strength and value themselves selves more. 🙆🏻‍♀

[@marquamfurniture]

So happy you are in a safe welcoming country. 🏳‍🌈(You have a great way of telling a story. I love the little crack-ups!)

[@jeffreycarrey7649]

You tell your story so beautifully! With humour and lightness for a life growing up as a young man in Iran not always so easy! Bravo! And enjoy your life in Canada.

[@WestTNGuy31]

Excellent 1st person history that needs to be shared, for not just us, but your comfort too. It is a battle to fight everyday when it shouldn't be this way. Thank you for sharing. I'd invite you to Memphis sometime. But let's fix things here a bit more here in the Southern USA.

[@jonlul]

Wow! You’re story really touched me. I always have empathy for others plights in life. I had a very normal American upbringing. Being gay was still tough as a kid. But once I got to high school the US was changing and my parents and friends were accepting. I had a friend who came to live in the US from Jordan. He explained the taboos of homosexuality in Muslim countries. I am so glad you found your peace. You seem like a very genuine soul and I hope you continue to help others feel accepted in the world.

[@alexes84]

LOVE YOUR STORY MATIN...IM HAPPY YOU HAVE PROGRESSED AND IN A MUCH BETTER SITUATION❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kimwan1000]

I’m glad you’re finally in a different, safer and more respectful environment. You deserve to be happy and free. You’re so cute and a real jewel! 😉

[@vahidnazifi3270]

Love you from Iran 🥺🤍 Happy that you survived. Keep your fingers crossed for all of us to survive

[@AB-zl4nh]

Thanks for speaking out. I am sorry you had such a tough journey, but I'm glad you found some support from friends and family eventually. You have a great smile, too. Very handsome.

[@julianromo4230]

I can related in so many different ways. You are an amazing person thank you for your wonderful story.

[@matraeisi]

Thank you so much, I’m pretty sure you’re a really amazing person yourself! I wish you the best❤️

[@fxbear]

I really appreciate your ongoing courage. I came out at a time in Texas that was very dangerous to be gay. I’m shocked at how much change has happened here in my lifetime. Actually I’m more interested in your desire to be in animation. It was my work as an animator/ vfx artist that smoothed my coming out. I worked in television post production at first and it tends to be a very gay friendly environment. Animation has been my career and passion and I can honestly say I’ve barely worked a day in my life. I loved it that much. Sadly cancer took my right elbow and tremors finished the job. Even using a mouse is difficult but I’m finding new ways to scratch that artistic itch. I can’t wait to hear of your adventures in Canada and learn more about your passions. ❤

[@OLDS98]

Powerful story and journey. You have come a long way in a short time. I like the fact you shared about being gay in the Middle East and the impact it has on people. Your story is powerful. Thank you for sharing. I assume Canada is your new permanent home. I hope so...

[@timpekarek9159]

Your story is awesome, and people like you are changing the world for the better. I am so happy that you came through all of this safely.💜

[@MrAlen6e]

I just would like to say you have an incredible personality,. Voices like yours are so important specially in the current climate in Easter nations, I really wish you well in you're new home and I home many find inspiration to see there's a good life ahead of them , cheers.

[@bgilissen2492]

I absolutely respect your story and you are an amazing person. Very cute too! X

[@Xlozeth]

You expressed yourself so clear. I'm so sorry about every bad moment that you have experienced. But as we can see it couldn't stop you to survive and take your life back. At the same time i am so happy to listen you again. You are inspiring people who want live his own journey. I feel your support and energy. You deserve the best! 💙

[@matraeisi]

It’s okay life happens sometimes, as they say it is what it is😂 I hope someday I gain the kind of power that’ll let me help everybody else in the same situation that I used to be🤞🏼 Thank you for watching this video and giving me so much love and support🥰 I’m glad you came across my channel and are here again🥹❤️

[@rowanwhite3520]

So happy you now live in a country where you do not need to hide who you love! Much love to you!

[@jeffwatkins352]

What a wonderful man you are! Such excellent advice for those in countries with awful draconian laws. And how heroic your own fight to free yourself from a place like that. It's a true inspiration that you're not only eloquent, generous, and intelligent, but also as handsome as men ever get to be. Thank you for sharing your inspirational story. The hope you give will save lives.

[@joeguay542]

It's always so moving when someone finally decides that they LOVE themselves and that that feeling and realization is more important than living in the box that your church or your family is projecting onto you. It took me until age 27 to finally realize my life was for ME to live (grew up in heavily Catholic family and also at the time when there were no gay role models and gay simply equaled dying of AIDS in most people's minds). I know 2-3 people now, TODAY, in American in 2023, in California, in their late 30s, still not comfortable coming out to and potentially losing family, all because of, you guessed it, Religion. It just hurts me and makes me almost cry - I just want to convince them life is soooooo much better on the other side once you claim your adulthood and create boundaries. Thanks for your beautiful words - so many gems in here. There's a lot of work to do, all over the world.

[@ella2288]

Aw wow I have no idea how I stumbled across this video, it just auto played after I finished watching another one, but I am so glad that happened! You are so funny and sweet, I think it’s beautiful how you have such a kind and gentle energy even after all that you have been through. I am so happy for you , and I think it’s so cool that you are studying animation, I am really interested in getting into that myself (or atleast knowing more about it, and more about your personal style! - I’ll look through your other videos to see if you have any videos about that) I felt drawn to comment because it’s rare to stumble across someone so wholesome by pure accident 💛

[@matraeisi]

Thanks for watching this video and thanks for your beautiful compliments🥹❤️ omg it’s actually so cool that you’re also interested in animation, I do 3D, I haven’t posted any of my work here yet but I will do it in the future since you asked🫶🏻 I’m so glad you came across my channel and liked my videos, your comment literally made my day, thank you🥰❤️

[@ella2288]

Aw yesss I would love to see some of your animation! I’m only just learning how to make silly little gifs on procreate to put over my music videos but gotta start somewhere hehe 😅 And thank you, you are so sweet! I’ll continue to watch your vids , you are awesome 🤍

[@JP852]

Thank you for sharing your story ☺️ I hope your life in Canada is FABULOUS 😃

[@LouLouCatchoo]

Very brave, Matin! 🌈 🙌🏼 We all use that “curious” excuse, for sure 😅 Had similar experiences, the str8 jerks that bullied me in school would also, I would learn later, have “group activities” together! Like, how hypocritical! Hetero guys are just so repressed, and detached, from expressing their emotions in healthy, non-condescending environments so much that they project their own struggles onto others! It took me many years to come to terms with that and learn forgiveness.

[@AdrianGonzalez-wi8sy]

Although not a Muslim, I still feel and understand the trauma you experienced earlier in your life. I’m a mature gay man who was closeted, married to my ex wife for 42 years, and came out to her and to my kids last July, and divorcing last January ‘24. The transition and associated loneliness can never be predictable. Your story on survival and thriving now gives me hope to my own future. Thank you.

[@TanDrew864]

Thank you for sharing Your story ! I am Glad you are Still Here & Alive !

[@Ariana_y004]

As a gay trans person in Iran I can relate 🫠 But also my journey has been quite different from yours. I came out as gay to my class , my family and to the people I knew. So far they’ve been either supportive or just silently ashamed but there haven’t really been any instances where i was bullied. But around a year ago I found out that I am nonbinary and a trans fem. I haven’t really told others about it as I think it is actually more devastating to them for me to be trans than just gay. IDK Iran sucks and I better be able to leave this year

[@jasonmogaka9747]

Hi 👋

[@Ariana_y004]

@@jasonmogaka9747 Hey 👋

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

You're lucky to be alive. Hope you get to live in a tolerant country soon. 🙏

[@Ariana_y004]

@@flawyerlawyertv7454 thank you. I too hope that i could escape this wave of constant harassment. :)

[@flawyerlawyertv7454]

@@Ariana_y004 🙏

[@Anthony-d1u1b]

This is the most beautiful man I've ever seen in my life ! Those eyes, damn 😍. Other than that, a super cute personality. Please, don't go back home, it makes me so nervous thinking about it 😢.

[@heha6984]

Alles Liebe und Gute aus Deutschland!!! 🥰

[@jameferrand-gutierrez3050]

I have no word. Make the most out of your life. You’ve got a nice, positive vibe 🫶🏼

[@Allandacky]

Ik its a coming out story but the way u tell ur story is sooo funny I love ur vibe sm :)

[@gangan3810]

New subscriber here. I’m trans from the Philippines. First of all, I admire your bravery to come out on social media which is so vulnerable of harsh judgement. Second of all, just wanna remind you that you’re special and loved the way you are. And third of all, please marry me 😂❤ With love from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@shawndeon1970]

This is such a brave story … he’s also very cute 🥰 Best of luck to you 😊

[@nesa2000]

Thanks for sharing your story: I admire your courage and your articulateness.

[@jweidner1489]

You are a very smart and caring young man. What you are doing is helping others around the world to know they are not alone, and your advice will save lives. Thank you for being honest and sharing your story. By the way, I had to make the decision to cut some of my family members and friends out of my life when I came out, too. It seems harsh, and is by no means an easy decision, but it is ultimately the right decision. No person, even your father, should be allowed to cause you shame and misery. Be proud of who you are to everyone. I'll be proud of you, too.

[@arbsan8366]

This is such an enlightening video! I’m not middle eastern or religious at all. Just a black not from Jersey lol. Hearing your story and reading the comments that are similar to your story. My heart goes out to you one sin the comments who have to stay in the closet for fear of your life. It’s absolutely terrible what religion can do to the mind, where it can make you even kill your own family member over something like their sexuality. So cruel and saddening. I wish you all have a way to live the life you want even if that means having to live in another country. ❤️🔥🙏🏽

[@Doomedcreatures]

I know loads of Iranian people. Its strange they are super religious in Iran but then come to London and party.

[@matraeisi]

Oh bestie those are the red flag ones, 💯 recommend you stay away from them. They use religion to control people and do whatever they want themselves

[@kevinverspoor4796]

you are perfect just the way you are

[@Hvadi-i2t]

Luckily, not only is live in the middle-east which is one of the prettiest places in the world, i live in israel, which is very western and lgbtq+ open ❤ Your video was very inspiring! I hope if someone sees this and feels alone, youre not and i wish u the best! At the and of the day, how can we love others if we cant love ourselves? ❤

[@Mithroun]

middle east is a colonial term. i know its hard for you bcos you are colonizing but use west asia

[@Hvadi-i2t]

@@Mithroun i mean matin himself used this term so imma use it too

[@yuppersmeer6080]

​@@Hvadi-i2tI hope you have realized the truth about settler-colonial Israel recently, doubt it but I still hope Palestine will be free from river to the sea 🇵🇸 And on that day Jews, Muslims, Christians, and others will finally be free to live in peace together working toward a common future 🤝

[@neutonrenda2303]

Great to hear your story, it's very familiar to me. I came out in South Africa before it was legal and even though it's legal now, it's not always easy to admit it in some situations. I have been lucky enough to have found love and legally married my husband in 2012, it was the best years of my life and he was totally part of my whole family, who also loved him. Unfortunately I lost him to multiple sclerosis in 2017 and I've become a total recluse. Watching your content brings back so many good and bad memories, but it's really refreshing and I have to thank you for sharing. I hope that you find what you are looking for in Canada, you seem like such a beautiful person. Kind regards.❤

[@candyrox3537]

Matin, you are making a difference for the community. I have been reading post after post of men who are looking for some kind of guidance and support and for now, you are that person. I love you to pieces. ♥️🌏🌍🌎♥️