My Complicated Relationship with Sex

[@marioadrion]

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[@NewReceipts]

This is a very sad, and very typical story in that industry. I modeled for a bit in my 20s, and I know I could’ve done a lot more if I was serious. It was more of a side thing to my acting. I had the opposite problem, where I’d get chastised or fired because the female models on the set were always flirting with me and the straight photographers got jealous. Apparently I was “so straight” that they never tried sex with me, which is insane because I was actually gay. So not nearly as bad as your experience, but still a sort of hazing. Seeing this video helps me understand the rest of your posts so much more. And as a gay man who does NOT hookup with his friends, I have always wanted better male platonic friends, whether gay or bi or whatever. It’s not an easy thing to find in LA. So I really appreciate your posts. They have helped me feel more normal and often make me smile. Thanks.

[@simonepunzo4890]

Ciao. Non ho capito cosa c'entra la lingua italiana se stavi in Perù dove si parla spagnolo e le lingue locali? Puoi spiegarmi? Grazie mille

[@ljre3397]

As a gay man I can’t imagine doing this to another human being. He didn’t rape you because he was gay. He raped you because he is a predator. Society understands her feelings somewhat when a woman is raped but not a man.

[@kmarie7051]

A lot of men don't report it also because they are embarased and some men don't think it's as serious or don't want to seem like p*ssy's for being affected by it. I've seen so many men talk about experiences of sexual assault but rarely have any actually reported it. You can't really blame them because like you said SA on men is not taken as seriously, the few I did see who have reported it are gay men. Maybe because some gay men are more comfortable being vulnerable than straight men. Society as a whole are bad for not taking it seriously, but some of the worse people I have seen downplaying it online has been gay men. Not saying they are the only ones but I have noticed them doing it on some straight guys videos that spoke out, even to the point of saying the straight guys must have gave them the come on because gay guys only approach men who show interest. The reason I bring it up is because it does not seem as frowned upon when gay guys poke fun of these men because gay men are a minority group and by some seen as a victimised group, so it's like they can have more free rain and the straight men don't get much back up. Some of the straight guys I've seen talk about actually getting sexually harassed by a gay men always get a good few gay guys in the comments trying to downplay it, excuse and shame the straight guys. I'n a couple videos the guys talked about gay guys going into the gym sauna and jacking off next to them and another exposing himself. The gay guys in the comments(most of them state they're gay) were trying normalise that behaviour like it was perfectly acceptable. Unless they're real creeps straight men don't start beating off like that next to an attractive woman...if they did they would be arrested. If a gay man want to compliment or shoot his shot at a straight man in a normal civilised way there's no problem with that, it's the ones who don't take no for an answer and are agressive and predatory. It's the same thing with straight guys who behave that way towards women, it's just the gay guys who are the same aren't being called out for it enough because people don't want to be labeled homophobic.. The sad thing is men are going to be less likely to report it because they would be too embarassed to, but it's just as violating. It's plain sexual harasment and indecent exposure. It's not a compliment when it happens to women and it's not a compliment when it happens to men (unless you're a hypersexualised gay man who's into that)..it's creepy as hell and so inappropriate and bordering on sexual assault. I seen a video that a taxi driver posted that was taken from the camera inside the cab where a gay man pulled down his pants in the back seat. A lot of the gay men in the comments were justifying and excusing his behaviour by saying the cab driver should take it as a compliment. It's sickening, they need to respect another persons boundaries and sexuality the same as they expect everyone else to respect theirs. We all know if that had been a woman driiver it would have been taken much more seriously.

[@charlesterry2480]

Uhhh relevance?

[@jjk109]

⁠@@charlesterry2480maybe the relevance is to the end of the video “this is the gayest video I’ve ever done…”. Poor choice of words on the part of the guy who made this video. Otherwise it’s a great video.

[@charlesterry2480]

@@jjk109 that doesn’t answer my question though

[@deccy]

@@jjk109 yep - he kind of lost my respect with that description of the video

[@little.tricks]

Its manly to be vulnerable. We love healthy masculinity and thank you for being open with us

[@charlesterry2480]

Sure Jan ….. i think the word you’re looking for is brave but it’s not even an embarrassing thing so….

[@KeithWilson-ch3cf]

I wish I had a friend like you. So honest.

[@marioadrion]

Thanks Keith!! We can be friends ! Appreciate your kind words. 🥕

[@charlesterry2480]

@@marioadrionYou’d think it’s a rare trait though. 😂

[@dustinswanger9885]

One of the best videos that you've made in a while. I was sexually assaulted by an older woman, whom I trusted as a friend, when I was 19 (She was in her mid-40s). At the time when I told older men what happened, they minimized it and thought I was lucky to get laid. I buried that experience deep within myself. At 55(ish) the memory surfaced during a conversation and began to cry. It took me several conversations with trusted friends and colleagues (one of whom was a counselor on the campus where I worked) to work through it. The more I talked about it the better I got. But I cried several times when telling people about it. If you don't work through it, it stays with you in a negative way for as long as you live. I'm glad that you're working through your sexual traumas. It's healthy. Sex is a part of an intimate relationship. It doesn't have to be the main thing, but it is a thing. I have often been impressed with your love of life, your openness, and your seemingly very friendly and approachable way of interacting with everyone. But I am extremely impressed with your willingness to talk about these very personal issues in an effort to help others.

[@marioadrion]

Thanks for being so open- I truly appreciate you dustin ❤

[@erickmejia1643]

Young boys being sexually assaulted and rape, I STILL hear men talking about it as if it is acceptable. I was playing persona 3 and going through the Reddit talking about a character who falls in love with a teacher and he fucks her and everything and the main character is rewarded for telling him to go for it and congratulating him when he’s done it. Idk just had to share cuz that whole storyline made me feel really uncomfortable and the big finale is that HES to blame for being manipulated by her! Japan has fucked up views of sexuality

[@richardlong-qv6tv]

hello dustin...i was also sexually assaulted by a woman when i was 18... it was an utterly humiliating experience and i just buried it until my 70's when i realized that experience was a huge influence on my sexual dysfunctions and my ability to trust ....anyone when i finally told of this experience to a trusted friend his response was 'how does that happen???"...like it isn't possible i feel that most people think that a man being sexually assaulted by a woman is not even possible but it is thank you for sharing your story here dustin i don't feel quite so alone with this

[@dustinswanger9885]

@@richardlong-qv6tv Hi Richard. I’m sorry this happened to you. When it first happened to me and I told adults, I too was treated like guys can’t be raped and not to make much of it. Like I should be happy I got laid. Now, all these years later (I’m 63) I’ve been with my husband for 33 years. I have a great life. It can still affect me, but it doesn’t have the power it did.

[@garyinpalmsprings]

No wonder why he has882K subscribers. LISTEN to this brutal honesty. Just WOW. He's funny, intelligent, self-aware and quite remarkable as a human. THIS a real man.

[@charlesterry2480]

Idk man to me this is normal and average. Not sure what you mean by selfaware

[@garyinpalmsprings]

@@charlesterry2480 Self-aware. Acutely aware of self.

[@tulipo6907]

Please

[@shivangisingh5739]

This is the most brave, real, raw, vulnerable and honest video that I have perhaps ever seen on the internet. You deserve a standing ovation for simply having the courage to speak about such a sensitive topic so openly. Kudos to you! THIS NEEDS TO BE A TED TALK!!! I can't tell you how many people would benefit from hearing you speak. You are inspiring. On a slightly different note, people can say whatever they want about German people but when it comes to honesty, nobody is quite as good.

[@Picla_Peremohy]

No, this is one of the most manly videos you have ever done. You show courage to be vulnerable that others don’t have. I would love to be able to call a man like you a real friend.

[@charlesterry2480]

What are you talking about?

[@charliedominguez8069]

Bro, that is one hell of a story that you shared. Thank you for having the gut to share and bring healing to so many.

[@AlbertoPaccagnini]

this sexual performance anxiety thing is often accompanied by episodes of violence suffered. I think almost all of us men have experienced similar cases at different age stages of our lives. I am very happy that you talked about it in such open and simple terms and I wish you a long journey to know yourself better and testify to others how important it is to live and choose. a hug

[@MarkvanBeelen]

I’ve been watching and being entertained by your videos for such a long time now. I enjoy you every single time. You’re so incredibly entertaining to me. But seeing and listening to you in this video feels like witnessing the true man behind the entertainer. Everything about you here seems so honest, so genuine, so truthful. I’m so impressed by your bravery to open up about your struggles, to speak openly about this topic and to share such personal experiences with your audience. It’s been very informative for me personally, but on top of that, I’m convinced that through this you’re gonna help a lot of others acknowledging and working through similar struggles. Thank you for sharing. Take care of your big heart.

[@shashavengesayi6055]

4:23 "I just didn't have the self-worth to set my boundaries". Wow that was deep. Thank you for sharing your very vulnerable story. I'm happy that your friend Travis and your now fiancée (Congrats) created a safe space for you to open up and release all of those pent up emotions. The YT algorithm has done a great job once again :)

[@sunnypalal]

I was sexually abused from 6 to 14 and it was the hardest part of my soul to reach peace and forgiveness. Thank you for reminding me how important it is to share our experiences. My husband asked me to tell you he thinks that you are a kind, generous and funny soul. Thank you for sharing.

[@josebaez7116]

Thank you for being open and honest! Loving and accepting yourself is one of the hardest things to do. My own childhood traumas led me to drug and sex addiction to fill a void. Got myself into rehab, sought help from therapists. Life is good now. I’m glad I got the help I needed.

[@stephensapos6491]

You know Bud, I didn't expect this to hit home, I don't identify as straight, but your honesty really got me. Thank you.

[@Urbana2012]

Thank you. I AM a gay man, 66 yrs old and people don't want to be honest and frank about predatory behavior - your appeal for REAL self-love needs to be affirmed and echoed. I am so lucky to have survived into old age without permanent mental and emotion scars.

[@NaveGristle]

The reason we all follow you is your honesty and openness and your general attitude of transparecy and courage in the face of life, even of its darkest aspects. Thank you for speaking up, Mario, thank you for breaking the silence and allowing other people to start a conversation about these topics, even if just with themselves at first. Hope to be able to keep seeing you grow, and change, and heal, and become an even more incredible human being than you already are. I wish you the best, and I know you're on your way to attaining it!

[@pieceofsky1]

One of the best videos you have posted. The others are funny, entertaining, and sometimes titillating. This is real. Bravo

[@douglaswild3852]

Thank you for your honesty. I have a feeling you’re helping more people than you know. Your sincerity is so refreshing.

[@churrymurray]

Thank you for sharing! I used to think that it was mostly women who got sexually assaulted (it's almost all of us btw) but I'm learning it happens to boys/men a lot too. It's great that others can hear your story and not feel alone. Men should be able to share freely about these things.

[@charlesterry2480]

Uh we do. Not sure where this is coming from. I don’t wanna be dour but somehow I don’t feel sincerity from this message.

[@BoyHedgehog]

Glad to hear that you continue your path and keep walking towards a better place with this. Full support to you

[@realmccoy18]

i was 18 when the AIDS crisis started and i was seeing my friends who kept have risky sex die and by brain associated sex with death...to this day i struggle with this.

[@PennyForYourThought1]

You are a role model for being vulnerable and truthful and for sharing your experience to help others who may be going through the same thing.

[@camerynmaru]

I don’t know how I ended up watching your videos last year, Mario, but damn, I’m so glad I did. (Well okay, I do know, it was your Reno Gold interview,) You’re just so fucking INSPIRING in anything you do. I’m a huge fan.

[@jerrywilkey9043]

Thank you for being so open and honest you are helping others. This really hits home for me. Thank you.

[@TheConwant]

Thank you for sharing your experiences man, it takes a lot of strength. This video made me realise more about myself than any therapist or medical professional ever has.

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[@angelaholmes8888]

Mario it's so brave of you to talk about this especially for survivors thank you

[@charlesterry2480]

No? Not really. Also what? Survivors of what?

[@margochanning11]

So brave, and it's not " gay" it's being vulnerable. Thanks so much for your courage.

[@clubbi911]

Du bist auf jedenfall nicht alleine Mario ❤ Sehe mich selbst im a-sexuellen Spektrum als schwuler junger Mann. Ohne emotionale Bindung funktioniert nichts und ich ziehe mich sofort zurück sobald es zu schnell geht. Die sexuellen Übergriffe sind auch etwas was ich so erlebt habe und dies umso mehr verstärkt nicht Sex zu haben, sondern es als negatives Erlebnis abzuwerten. Mein Körper macht dann auch gar nichts mehr und schaltet ab. Du bist also nicht alleine ✌️

[@mattesm6796]

Es klingt vielleicht komisch, aber es tut so gut zu lesen und zu sehen mit genau so einer Situation nicht alleine zu sein. Es scheint echt einige zu geben, denen es so geht wie uns hier in den Kommentaren. Danke fürs Teilen ❤

[@christinanemcikmongold9683]

I thought you were pretty damn silly but this video really touched my heart. Thanks for your vulnerability and genuine desire to help others through your experiences.

[@darnfirefingers]

I love seeing this side of you Mario. I was healed by your openness and its my way of finding my healing too. Thank you so much for this!

[@cwtobar9688]

Loving yourself can be tough! and so can setting healthy boundaries with people. I think you've made a great healing progress, and I'm proud of you Mario! Keep up the good work!💖

[@PrinceCryBaby]

Respect for being this real!!! The societal pressure on loosing virginity has led me to almost a decade of bad sex at some point for me. Only now I’m realising had i been unbothered and waited a bit longer, it might’ve been better. But we all experience life with its imperfections, keeping it real is what’s cool.

[@udayansen1446]

Your honesty is very moving and appreciated.

[@richardwairatagriner1690]

I discovered you on TikTok where all your clips are funny and carefree. I had no idea about this side of you. Thank you for sharing. I know this was painful for you, but you have helped so many.

[@marcasensiovaz2308]

I didn't know much about your private life, I have always seen you in your videos smiling, making people laugh and expressing yourself freely, and I didn't expect to know this. I'm sorry for what happened to you, and I hope one day you can come to love yourself as much as a devout religious loves his god. This video is not only a way to free yourself, but thanks to it, you help others normalize things that are not talked about. I really appreciate this video, it is very inspiring and personal. Btw, there's nothing wrong with making a video a little more gay hahaha, we all need these moments (even us (I'm lying, I'm gay, I'm always in this mood)). Keep making liberal and open content. Love you Mario. ❤🏳‍🌈

[@Derrek84]

Damn. Thank you for this ❤ I have such similar feelings and experiences as the ones you describe, right down to the impulses when you shut down. I always thought there was smth wrong with me. Never would have expected a sexy model to be talking about this.

[@sonrog8877]

I really prefer these videos where you share your truth. Sometimes loving yourself doesn’t feel natural but being kind to yourself maybe easier. Thank you so much for your bravery

[@samleonard2436]

I love this guy.

[@marioadrion]

Aww thanks sam- you're too sweet.

[@samleonard2436]

Not sweet at all. I am a Dom into SM who sees a hot, kind, smart boy.

[@jedwards1792]

Mario, you’re so sweet and honest. Love hearing you talk.

[@ZeddyLives]

Man is this a brave video. ❤ Thank you so much, Mario.

[@Apollo-fw6ow]

super dass du da so offen über das Alles redest...echt cool...lg aus Österreich

[@noelliebtsie]

Your "my complicated relationship with" vids filled in some important background elements that I'd wondered about, good job.🍻

[@DAPortalatin]

Thank you Mario for sharing this. I think that it truly does help others who have been through a similar experience and are struggling with this type of trauma in general. You are seriously the best and an awesome person! Love ya!💞

[@djenning90]

This is such great wisdom, thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. I identify a lot with your story and message, having experienced similar things in my adolescence (pool jet romance included!) Kudos for you for doing the work to heal your traumas so young in life. It took me until my late 50’s to arrive here, but better late than never. I hope your message inspires a generation of young people to uncover their traumas and do the healing work. There was no internet or KZbin yet when I was in my early 20’s!

[@euliskay]

Thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your story; it gives me an accessible opportunity to acknowledge my own truth, and that is such a gift.

[@geoffreytbh]

It’s so great you are so open. It helps a lot of people who may be afraid to talk about their trauma experiences. Loving yourself is so important and I am so thankful you reminded us of it. P.s. congratulations on your engagement

[@AJD1969]

Thank you for sharing of yourself in this way. I recall the first video when you had brought this up and I was in amazement in the strength it took you to do that. So many blessings to you to be so open about it! Many blessings

[@flybefree]

Nice video Mario. For me, it’s important to listen to my body, to check in with him and acknowledge how he’s feeling, and also to give him compliments, reassurance, love and friendship. It took me many years to learn that our minds and bodies are separate beings and they have different way of communicating and asserting themselves.

[@lizcoleman5229]

You are brilliant and so eloquent and brave for sharing your experience. So glad you found the right person for you❤❤

[@yuigirl2]

I love your content , you are genuine and open and brave . Keep doing what you’re doing , it means a lot to a lot of people ❤

[@jillhilborn7828]

Thank You I was so worried about someone I love but once I listened to you it changed everything

[@bryanbryan5214]

I know your pain buddi! I came across your channel days ago and you’re such a great person. I truly enjoy your conduct! What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger dude. Keep on keeping on buddi with love.

[@robd.955]

Bravo for you for talking about this. Go Mario. Bravo to you for working through this. I applaud you!

[@okimlistening2u]

Mario I have followed you for years and, in my opinion, this is the most meaningful video you have ever done. This video will help thousands or possibly millions. Thank you...Ray

[@fairfieldnorth319]

"to love oneself is a life long romance". I remind people of this so as to remind it of myself. Nice video Mario. You're a Pro Human!

[@GaryJoehlin]

Very bold. You are loved. Thank you for sharing.

[@danielhigle6590]

Thank you for being so open and vulnerable with us. I chose to watch this video out of curiosity, but it helped me learn something about myself surrounding why I can sometimes feel like an outsider in my own body. Thank you.

[@Gerardo032002]

I was looking at you...at your eyes as you were talking.. You said your real, real true... you're genuine...i like you a lot as a person...i wish you the best...love...

[@Picla_Peremohy]

Mario, I feel so close to you.

[@Svenisreallyhot]

I feel inside of you Mario

[@danielahelmich9502]

Thank you so much for sharing this... I love you and your energy and honesty 😘

[@giannimacaroni6748]

Awesome video!! I understood this video more than you can imagine... thank you for sharing. I needed to hear this from another male with a similar past.

[@k.alanball3000]

So grateful that I’ve never been violated nor have I violated anyone sexually, or emotionally, or in any way. Clearly, not everyone is so fortunate. Thank you for this story.

[@rorycuny]

Love your serious open-hearted videos man. They encourage me to be just like you, emotionally brave

[@jerryhewitt4309]

The honesty of this video was so powerful! Thank you Mario!!

[@BradHoover-m1i]

This was completely unexpected. It helped me understand Mario. Thanks to Mario for being vulnerable. I'm sure he's helping alot of people. This might be the most important content he's provided. Mario, Go easy on yourself. You're human and you were young when those things happened. But you've made something good our of your pain. ❤

[@jbengle40]

Thanks for opening up and sharing your experience, Mario. You are an awesome human being who deserves to be loved.

[@alessandr1780]

Thank you for sharing your experience. You have been brave to speak up about that. It's very important to show that this kind of stuff can happen to anyone. Also, very important to talk about the difference btw image and reality. Fashion is a very hard world and kids should know that. Thank you again, that's what a real man Is able to do ! Be proud of your self.

[@enzosf]

Really appreciate this. I never thought I was straight but I was with women then men but I think sexuality is as specific as personality and then we throw two tablecloths over it. The more people talk about it the more we learn.

[@DavidClarke-my6ex]

Love your honesty Bud

[@charlesterry2480]

Cool story bro? This is giving me flashbacks to when someone else said that then we found out the KZbinr lied. Not your fault not Mario’s fault just me.

[@mariel2023]

Mario you You are the best friend a friend could ever ask for ❤😊

[@rasaanmiller1156]

It's so difficult to work through the traumas that you've been through, especially when the weight of expectation is so heavy on us all. These are not our failures, but it still fucks us up

[@Mr17051963]

Mario, your Big heart can warm up the entire world. Bravo, Mario!!! Bravissimo!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@stanleyianieri5747]

Thanks for posting this message. May it help others and a terrible situation.

[@charleskesner1302]

Awareness, the opposite of the denial, frees us from our contusion. Continue to speak your truth. All the best.

[@rajmathew6220]

You're a good man, thank you for sharing. A lot of what you said is relatable.

[@jaylenharmon3552]

Thank you for sharing your experience! ❤ I've been struggling with some internal issues around sex and your video has helped me answer some questions of my own

[@kentbrasloff3945]

Really impressive Mario. You've grown up and come into your own. I really enjoyed your early videos but have watched a lot less in the last couple of years. Too click-baity. But THIS. This is who you are. Keep sharing.

[@SaisMoon]

I’m a gay man who didn’t lose my virginity till I was 31. I was assaulted 2 times in my teenage years. I didn’t fully explore the sexuality spectrum other than being gay. After going through therapy and exploring the conditions that I needed to trigger being intimate with someone. Long story short, I discovered I’m demisexual and submissive. I need to know someone on a friendship level, and they have to trigger a primal impulse in me.

[@richardswatton6702]

thankyou Mario. it is truly wonderful to hear you speak so openly about yourself and your problems, its liberating and heart-warming. R #

[@nashe1462]

I think one thing you are NOT taking into account is: age and the experience of knowing yourself and how to deal with life that comes with that experience. You were young, and being young has its limitations. So, when looking back, take it with a grain of salt and be thankful that you know how to see/deal with these issues better Now.

[@valital]

What a sweet video. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. ❤

[@lunakeoki]

I love you so much Mario! You truly are such a strong, courageous, intelligent young man! I'm so happy you have friends like Travis, and a fiance like Veta! ❤

[@bachmannt]

Loved how honest this was.

[@mrsfahrenheit]

love u for this❤ as an asexual woman you‘ve brought me so much comfort in the past and the other 2 videos you‘ve made and now this one included are so touching and honest. People like you are so important. Speaking about stuff like that openly. Wishing you all the best ❤

[@DinoNuggies-w2q]

that soccer in Germany part is crazy 💀

[@AmitKumarAlphaX]

MY ANXIETY GAVE ME PERFORMANCE ISSUES. UNTIL RECENTLY I DIDN'T KNOW THAT IT WAS ANXIETY. AFTER REALISING THIS, I'VE BEEN TRYING CBT & IT'S HELPING ME A LOT.

[@laneblanchard1860]

One of your best Videos!

[@JaiJaiTheAries]

“ balls would jump up and down “ 😂😂😂😂😂 ☠️

[@darriendastar3941]

This was superb. Definitely of value. Thank you. This can't have been easy.

[@mathildeeide8550]

Being this real with yourself and the world is going to make you a very happy human. 100 % authentic is the key to abundance in every way, I wish you luck and endless love.

[@vasilyp]

Thank you for sharing this. I identify with a lot of your experiences and your words might actually help me to love myself and who knows maybe find someone else to love me eventually. I wish I had people like you in my life, I would be so much happier!

[@MR.ALFE95]

Hi Mario, loooong time no see you! I started watching your videos with the friend you used to film yourself with when you were with lots of castings and shootings, I learned A LOT from you. I was a secret fan. Straight, not working on myself, my job was completely the opposite of what I wanted... everything changed thanks to you. Now I'm gay, I do shootings and castings (like you did!) for a living, I workout a lot, and take care of myself, in every way. I always wanted to feel and look like you (in a nice way!) I experienced something similar to you regarding my sexuality. Completely asexual for 5 years due to pressure and society. Thanks a lot for everything you have taught me. PS: I also learned to BEST WAY to make your lashes grow, the transparent mascara, LOOOOVE IT.

[@BrianThrives]

Thank you for sharing about this once again. I know many will not have heard your story before. I love a good, heartfelt, sharing-from-the-heart video. Wishing you continued breakthroughs and transformation and growth in this area of your life. Sounds like you're doing the work, so I have confidence.

[@gavinobarrera7024]

😢 wow Mario, so relatable. I've also been raped and didn't have sex for 5 years as well. Like you I was too ashamed to think of it as rape but it's affected my intimacy with every relationship since. As a gay twink I've been sexualized my whole young life to the point I only see guys as only wanting sex which makes me not want to. You expressed yourself perfectly, I hope you continue to heal. ❤

[@X3r0.]

Thank you for modelling healthy masculinity. For talking about the harms you experienced within the fashion & modelling industries. You are thriving , and I am super happy for you! Keep up the therapy practices, lots of love and respect from Canada 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

[@wuilmarksalcedo2018]

Thank you for being so open with your audience Mario! Sending hugs and good vibes to you!

[@cathystaerkel1833]

❤ so glad you have people around you now who are supporting you

[@mikejames2631]

So brave. You’ve got my admiration. Thank you for share your personal fears, ita not easy, but heal for so many.

[@PeterÖsterberg-t6o]

Thank you, Mario. I’ve struggled a lot too. Relate almost as if it was my own story.