You know, it was a really difficult moment. I was so full of shame at the time, and I'm sorry to say that if it were to happen now I don't know that I would react any differently. I'm sure by now he knows about me, as my parents talk about my transition very openly, but I haven't seen him since. I'm sure he would be supportive, but confused, and I would just rather avoid that interaction. Had we stayed in contact over the years I would push myself more to to open.
Thank-you for being open and genuine, this was a really good video. I've been in very similiar situations actually, with past teachers, coaches etc. who I was scared to tell because I care what they think of me- and I don't want them to think differently of me.
aww, buddy. sorry for your crisis! i agree with the other comments: give him the benefit of the doubt, because he sounds like a decent guy. seems as though he respects your masculinity, and respects the choices you've made for yourself and in your life. i bet he'll be thrilled to see how happy you are, and how much more comfortable you feel in your own skin.
i know it's scary, but you can do it! think about how much guts it took to get to this point in your transition! you can totally do this.
That was a touching story. It doesn't sound like Mr. S. could be hurt by who you've become. Try and contact him and let him know that its because of him you've gained the strength to become the real you.
Sounds like you didn't want to risk rejection from the one person who supported you in your adolescence. It was totally natural to freak! But I think you should give him the benefit of the doubt. He sounds like a great guy who has already supported your masculine expression in the past. I can't imagine having someone in my life like that when I was a teen. I'm sure he'll be in your corner.
And a really, really great man should have no problem with your transgender status. Mr. S may be hurt as long as he doesn't know why, so you need to contact him and let it out. Sounds like the sort of person who won't feel threatened or infringed upon--sounds like a friend. Trust in the friendship--I know it sounds cliché. And good luck.
Wow.. I Think Your Amazing.. <3
sampandaaaa 4 months ago
You know, it was a really difficult moment. I was so full of shame at the time, and I'm sorry to say that if it were to happen now I don't know that I would react any differently. I'm sure by now he knows about me, as my parents talk about my transition very openly, but I haven't seen him since. I'm sure he would be supportive, but confused, and I would just rather avoid that interaction. Had we stayed in contact over the years I would push myself more to to open.
feedthefire32 8 months ago
Thank-you for being open and genuine, this was a really good video. I've been in very similiar situations actually, with past teachers, coaches etc. who I was scared to tell because I care what they think of me- and I don't want them to think differently of me.
Dash107 8 months ago
@1999casperjackson Thanks. I didn't feel that it was worth responding to.
feedthefire32 9 months ago
came out of being a lezbian?
dont you mean gay?...
Sarah3059 1 year ago
man, this was tough to watch... =/ what did you end up doing about it? did you ever talk to him?
sneetchinflux 1 year ago
wait. your school kicked out a kid who was showing extreme physical signs of needing help? that seems a bit backward...
sneetchinflux 1 year ago
Sending MY LOVE AND SUPPORT!!!!
haiaint4horses 2 years ago
This video is really profound and touching. Subscribed!
Blueaveo3568 2 years ago 4
Well hopefully there wont be many more videos quite like this one. I want to try to keep them a little more up-beat if I can. :P
feedthefire32 2 years ago
aww, buddy. sorry for your crisis! i agree with the other comments: give him the benefit of the doubt, because he sounds like a decent guy. seems as though he respects your masculinity, and respects the choices you've made for yourself and in your life. i bet he'll be thrilled to see how happy you are, and how much more comfortable you feel in your own skin.
i know it's scary, but you can do it! think about how much guts it took to get to this point in your transition! you can totally do this.
ethanjamesperry 2 years ago
That was a touching story. It doesn't sound like Mr. S. could be hurt by who you've become. Try and contact him and let him know that its because of him you've gained the strength to become the real you.
tobyr3 2 years ago
Sounds like you didn't want to risk rejection from the one person who supported you in your adolescence. It was totally natural to freak! But I think you should give him the benefit of the doubt. He sounds like a great guy who has already supported your masculine expression in the past. I can't imagine having someone in my life like that when I was a teen. I'm sure he'll be in your corner.
cmkeegan 2 years ago
And a really, really great man should have no problem with your transgender status. Mr. S may be hurt as long as he doesn't know why, so you need to contact him and let it out. Sounds like the sort of person who won't feel threatened or infringed upon--sounds like a friend. Trust in the friendship--I know it sounds cliché. And good luck.
badger5402 2 years ago