Dan Frederiksen I know it probably makes no sense to argue with a person like you, but I just can't help myself. First of all, things you just wrote are totally irrelevant to this video and also to this comment you replied to... Anyways, how in the world CAN you compare pedophilia to LGBT+ community? Please explain that to me. Pedophilia is a crime, it often comes with sexual abuse and assault over kids who have no power to say what they want or not. That is what sick means. How can a sickness be loving or having feelings towards someone while not hurting or abusing them? Please don't ever compare people who are going to assault or abuse or make you uncomfortable to the people who have mutual feelings, love each other or to the people who wanna make their skin a place they feel like themselves. Who to love or how to feel is never a choice. You can go with the medical facts all night long, it's such a lame argument that homophobia loves to use. HIV is a problem, maybe it is common around some gay men, true, but it is not something gay people are guilty of, God, it's a virus that is spread and caused by so many factors long time ago. We all should fight against HIV like against any other illness. Overall, I just wanna know few things since you clearly have something against LGBT+ community. What is your solution then, to put gay people in churches until they're cured? You want them to live the unhappy life, you wanna maybe somehow accidentally fall in love and marry a girl who's pretending to love you back even she is incapable of that? Yeah that would be such an amazing world...
That was great! This is the video I've been wanting to make from a parent's point of view. It all comes down to just loving your child unconditionally. I love you!
SALUTE to you, Ms. Debbie! You're such a cool, very supportive, and a loving mother. We love your daughter so dearly. Hope she can visit here in the Philippines. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
I came out to my mom a while back and she.. didn't react as well as I thought she would. We don't talk about it unless she's telling me how she wants me to find a boyfriend and stop dressing like a boy. I've tried to send her videos and tell her that I'm not going down this crazy path that would make me unhappy but she wouldn't watch or listen. I sent her this (idk why she decided to actually watch this time)and she came into my room crying and telling me she's going to change for me... I'm shaking. thank you, Shannon.
The world is changing really slowly but surely hopefully one day sexuality, the gender, or how masculine or feminine is someone will only be a detail for everyone
we all joke about Shannon not uploading a lot but when content like THIS comes out there’s nothing to complain about, its so well shot and emotional, thank you Shannon
This video is amazing, The moment i was done watching it, i copied the link and posted it to my Facebook with the following "To me this video is so important. When someone trust you enough to open up about who they love or who they are, its important to let them know that that doesn't change anything and that you still care about them. This one detail is so small, its only one part of who you are. It does not define you. I want everyone in my life to know, that I will always be here to listen whenever you need and that no matter what you are loved." Thank you for making this.
Wow, this video was exactly what we all think, what we're all going through and this is scary and we feel vulnerable, and even if I'm not out of the closet yet, when I finally come out I want to be like you, proud of who I am.
To be honest many people likely may never have a happy relationship or "come out" when they're still with their families because of pressure from the older generations or judgement or the environment (like religious/rural/conservative small towns) I think the phrase 'come out' is negative. It should just be a way of life.
You are the type of person teenagers should look up to. You are doing something right, you are using your voice for good. I'm so happy I found someone that cares.
India just got relieved from section 377 which criminalised homosexuality and then this video 😍😍.... I feel like I'm living a dream. Thank you so much Shannon Beveridge. You're the Queen!
When I came out to my dad who's not really my dad the first thing he said was, "Okay. So, I love you." and honestly I couldn't be happier with any other dad.
I sent it to my mom hoping it would help, and she called me in tears saying how she had no idea i ever felt this way. This video means everything, thank you
When I was 15, I told my parents “I think I’m bisexual. My dad took it really well and said that nothing really changed for him. My mom on the other hand told me she felt sorry for me because people still harass lgbt people and it would have been so much easier if I just found a man. She said it like she now had a dysfunctional kid Today I’m 17 and I know I’m gay. I’m really scared to tell them because even tho I has been two years I still don’t feel comfortable talking about lgbt with them. Over the past year my mom has been making comments about how the clothes I like to wear because they don’t fit the typical female picture and she even asked me if I wanted to be a boy. This actually really hurt my feelings because even tho it was thoughtful of her to ask just in case, she should not make assumptions about gender based on something as simple as clothing. I told her I just liked boy-ish clothing but that this doesn’t mean someone wants to be a boy. Even though I have been struggling with my sexuality and coming out to myself, one thing I always knew for sure was that I was and am a girl. Whenever my mom brings up any subject around sexuality I just avoid it . Because I told my parents I thought I was bi, they usually just assume I will end up with a man and constantly ship me with my best friend (who’s a guy). As I said before I’m scared to tell my parents I’m gay, I hope that in time they will understand more and more. Meanwhile I have a huge crush on my friend who is bisexual (and a girl *no shit* ) and we hold hands sometimes :)) Your videos have really helped me come to terms with my sexuality, keep creating such amazing content and I hope I will soon find the courage to come out to my parents (again) :) Update: the girl I have a crush on asked me to be her girlfriend today, I said yes :)
Bibimaru I came over to her house one day after work, we talked for hours and she told me she liked me, I told her I liked her too and then we kissed. Later that week we went out to eat and she asked me if I wanted to be her girlfriend :)
omg wow that ending shook me congrats and good luck with your parents! I found it was MUCH easier to say "I have a girlfriend" or "I'm dating whoever" than "I'm gay", and my family also took it better since they liked my girlfriend so much and bc they couldn't try to get me with a guy anymore lol. I hope yours take it well, eventually it should become more normal for them!
9:21 “Really at the end of the day the only choice that you have is wetter or not you're gonna be standing next to them or if you're gonna watch them leave” 💔 I felt that... 💝💝💝💝💝💝
10:59 "I think when I came out to my parents, the one thing that I like wanted to hear so badly was just... this changes nothing." That is exactly what I want my parents to say if I come out to them. Thank you for this video Shannon. It is very inspiring and helps a lot of people in the LGBTQ+ community.
This was so beautifully done, Shannon. I felt so many emotions as I watched it. You’re making the world a better place by putting your heart and soul into these types of projects and by spreading important messages that need to be heard. Bravo!
My niece came out to me a couple of years ago. She was so worried and scared. She was secretly dating girls and didnt know how to tell our family. It was so mind blowing to me that she was worried. Because to me all that i was worried about was if her partner was treating her good if she was being safe and making sure she was happy. I cant imagine turning your back on a part of yourself.
*This is so beautiful.* I'm actually planning on coming out to my family when i turn 18(next month) because why not? *It's 20GayTeen people!!* I feel a little scared because of how they'll react but I'll do it anyways. All that matters is being happy and *finally* being myself.💖🌈 Also i thought it was a nice idea to come out this year because it sounds like it'll be perfect, like if someone asks "When did you come out?" i'd be like "I came out in 20GayTeen." Cool huh?😂😂 Being in the closet is *so overrated. I'M DONE WITH IT* ok bye....lmao
I just came out to my mom last night and her reaction couldn’t have been better. I’m so lucky that I’m surrounded by supportive people. It makes me sad that not everybody has that
I’m so glad I came across Shannon she has helped me through a lot. I just came out to my close friends and they all accepted me for who I am. I always tell myself it’s better to have one person truly love you and know you than to have a hundred people love you but never really know you (from A Letter to You) I just wanted to tell you I love you and what you do for people thank you for being there for us Shannon❤️
When miles said that he understands why they reacted like that but it doesn't make it right, I've never related to something so much like omg no one else I know gets this like fml this is so important👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️👌🏻👌🏻
i came out 12th of October 2017. my mom got really mad, confused and frustrated, but as time slowly passed, she started to accept it more and more. today we can talk about it like it’s a normal daily topic and she also engage in a few lgbt groups on facebook. my point is that it gets sooo much better, the key in life sometimes is just *time* ❤️
I’m so excited to go to the Dallas pride this Sunday, and it’ll be my first pride ever. I came out to my mom in March, and she didn’t take it well. I don’t want to blame her for the way she reacted because it was so new and shocking to her, especially with the distance between us and the cultural differences we are experiencing. A lot of parents are scared for their kids, because most times we do need to fight for ourselves to get what other people can get easily. I know my mom still loves me, and I understand it might take awhile for her to know that I am still who I am, if not better. But I’m hopeful for the future. To the ones who are going through similar struggles, please be brave. You deserve to be who you are and to love who you want to love.
I came out 2 or 3 months ago to my parents (and about 3-4 to my closest friends). My parent's reaction was pretty good compared to what I expected. My mom specially seemed disapointed and hurt, but it was a matter of 3-4 days after, that they started to understand it more and more, and now they fully support who I am. Nothing has changed, and they still love me no matter what. Btw, I love when they ask questions, it doesn't make me feel unomfortable at all, it shows me how interested they are into understanding what's going on and who I am. If you haven't came out yet, don't worry, you're not alone. It does get better. If you need someone to talk to at any moment you can write me.
Hey! Thats amazing i am happy for you! 😁 How do you find out you are gay? I'm not Sure if i am or if i am not and i want to find out... Maybe you can help me. Sorry for mistakes i am from germany! ❣️
The 1st person i came out to was my mom. I remember anxiously waiting for her reaction those seconds felt like minutes...hearing her say "I love you" was a moment i will always cherish
I love how you emphasized the importance of saying, “I love you.” Because when I came out, my mom asked a lot of questions and made a lot of comments. She was so confused, caught off guard and almost upset, all of which I expected. But she said she loved me and that was all I needed. I didn’t need her to understand or to be okay with it right away. She has since come around and is much more open.
This is why I don’t mind waiting till Shannon posts. You have a beautiful mind and soul. Don’t loose that and keep spilling it in on TH-cam. Your videos inspire and create a movement to better society! That’s what we all need and we need to listen to others stories. Watching videos produced like this or even mark miller who put thought behind the camera is awesome! Beautiful people and beautiful stories! Huge fan of yours Shannon
I remember when I came out.my mom was out of town and I told my dad his reaction was great but when I told my mom I felt like I disappointed her because I am also atheist I remember crying on my bed a few months after and she walked in and told me she knew I was gay since I was little .I would have been able to come out and have those experiences if it were not for you Shannon thank you so much
I've shared this on my FB wall because it will help so many. I hope my friends and family sub to you. There needs to be more like this out. You did an absolutely phenomenal job!
This is so good and so needed. I'm not straight and it's too late for me to come out of the closet, but it won't be that way for my kids. My oldest came out earlier this year and accidentally outed herself to my family. I nearly cut them all out with how they reacted. Parents: standing by your kids will help both them and those around them to accept them. Don't back down. Be okay with your family being upset while still standing firm in support for your child. My family, after recognizing that this was not negotiable, came to accept, though they still don't "agree," whatever that means.
Damn. We just need that real shit. And this is what makes you stand out from the mundane, talk real talk true and you’ve got us all connected by the heart stings. And this is what we need.
my mind won’t shut off after this video, i’m so proud of you for using your voice and your platform to make such a difference in our community! i never thought i’d fit into the community, but through you i’ve found my people & for that i owe you the world 💕 this is going to help people all over the world, young & old and i’m so proud of the person you are and the things that you’re doing! you give everything all you’ve got & are so real! wish i could give you the biggest hug & congratulate you on what’s sure to be another huge success! i love you so much lil bean!! be proud of yourself 💕💕
I got more confident by watching these kind of videos. I was encouraged to come out to my family 1 year ago. It was extremely comfortable in my little comfort zone before. It was no problem pretending to be straight but I knew deep down for a fact that it wouldn't make me happy. In my head everything would change arround me if I said I was gay. Actually it didn't. I was surprised how tolerant all people around me were. When I now walk with my girlfriend (🎉) on the streets I feel people starring at us but in the end I wouldn't give myself and my freedom for the beliefs of society. Everyone, who doesn't accept you and how you feel, is just not empathetic. I feel sorry for those who are so blind for love and don't reflect their behavior and actions. They are truly unhappy because all they care about are the lives of other people and not their own happiness. Live and let live🌞 So... don't be afraid to come out. Everyone in this community is full of love and always here for a (virtual) hug. You will be okay! Great video btw👏🏼
This video is so important. When I came out all I wanted to hear from my mum was that she loves me no matter what instead of the “you’re wrong and are just being silly” that I got. This video needs to be spread as a parent’s reaction to their child coming out is so important to their child!
This video explains it all, its well put together and a really good example. Parents should love you no matter what, just because you're gay, bi, trans etc. it doesn't make you any different and if you're that child that doesn't have accepting parents or family members, its not your fault at all, its their loss to love you and your an amazing person and even more awesome because you built the courage to come out to them. No matter what you should always love your children, no matter what the situation
1. I’m going to use this with my clients so they can see what it means to accept yourself and to be accepted and to hear validation for their deepest and darkest fears and pains. 2. I’m going to call my family and thank them and tell them I love them and that I am fully aware of how lucky I am to have parents who were proud of me for coming out and have always embraced this part of me wholeheartedly and without hesitation. ❤️
Wow this honestly could not have come at a better time for me, I literally just broke down to my dad because I feel so low and a huge part of that is because of my sexuality. After seeing how much he wanted to help me I think I'm going to come out to him and possibly also my mum tomorrow. I've never been so terrified in my entire life but seeing this and knowing that other people have gone through the exact same thing makes me feel a lot less alone so seriously thank you so much to everyone in this and who helped create it ❤❤
I'm so thankful that my family and friends around me truly accept me! & I hope that other parents that our struggling with accepting their children, work on that! It's about being comfortable in your own skin and as long as they are happy that's all that matters.
I’ve watched this video so many times since September 2018 and nearly 2 years later it’s still just as powerful. Shannon, you’re incredible. Especially with the way you use your platform👏🏻 Thank you👏🏻
Oh my gosh. Shannon, yet again, you make a video that reaches the souls and hearts of humans everywhere. I am so grateful for you and all that you do for us. Thank you!
Shared to Facebook with a comment of "Oh Shannon, you beautiful human! This video is so important to LGBTQI, to expectant parents, parents, step parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, cousins... Everyone. Love is Love. Gay, Straight, Bi. Whether you're Male, Female, Non-Bi. As long as you're happy, it's legal and no one gets hurt. Love ❤️"
Shannon. I cannot even. This was so beautiful and raw and moving. I wish there was a love button. Every parent or people who want to be parents needs to see this first before they say yes to that huge step. Love is love is love is love.❤️
Shit man. I am honestly so moved by this. Shannon, this was a really beautiful and touching video to watch and I think I can speak for a lot of people in the closet like me and tell you that we really really appreciate this content because it gives us that courage and confidence that it'll be okay no matter what. Thank you so so much for this
I just wanted to let you know that I watched your video today and it gave me the confidence to come out to my grandma. I came out to my parents a few years ago and since then, I've always thought I would never tell my grandma. I was afraid she would reject me and I would lose her. But when I watched your video, I just knew that it was the right thing to do. So I called her and told her I was gay. Her reaction was beyond perfect: she told me she loved me and I was her grand daughter no matter what, she said she would be upset if I had done something wrong but that being gay wasn't a bad thing, etc. I just wanted to say thank you, to you and all the people who took part in 'Just Say I Love You'. Thank you.
mientras alguien o yo tengamos tiempo para hacer la traduccion shannon habilito la opcion, en el mismo video en la barra de herramientas ( play, pausa y al otro lado esta subtitulos, configuracion, modo teatro o pantalla completa) sigue esta ruta: configuracion--click en subtitulos--click en traduccion automatica y coges la opcion español, hay pocos palabras mal traducidas pero no afecta el mensaje.
I want to say THANK YOU for this. This is powerful. To everyone involved THANK YOU This is truly IMPORTANT. I wish I could share this with my parent. The thing is they are not ok with me or anything LGBTQ+ . My parent forced me to come out to them because they had their suspicions and were stocking my social media w/o my permission. I wasn't even ready to come out on my own terms and especially to one of the most important persons in my family. So it was ripped out of me. Still, I can't even be ok with myself with out feeling guilty somehow. Its been a couple of months now and my parent said they weren't going to kick me out or anything like that. Accodring to them I am some type of disease that needs curing and my soul will burn in hell. The thing that made me cry the most about watching this was the fact that I wish my parent would've Just said "I love You" instead throwing the bible at me, shaming me, being disgusted by me, and so on. I just dont understand why they hate a part of me, when its not all of me its just a part of me. Now, my parent acts like it didnt happen and tries to forget her daughter isnt straight like I'm not valid or my feelings are. Then I have to realize that that hate comes from a place of ignorance and choosing to not want to understand. Since then our communication never revolves around it, I am waiting for that "I love you for you" not I have to love you like some type of burden its the worst feeling ever. Especially when you are just trying to accept yourself, love yourself, and be loved. Its all too complicated. But videos like these remind me that there is a community out there that will love me and I am valid for just being me. I thank you and everyone invovled in this video. This is so important to me, I am forever grateful. ❤
Content that matters and makes people feel connected to other people is what everyone should be making in some capacity. Excellent work, Shannon & Ryan. Beautifully done. ❤️
What Miles said ' I understand why you reacted this was, it doesn't make it right' so true i wanna say this to a lot of people. I understand it might weird some people out but then there are means to educate yourself on this topic when you come to terms with it and choose what is right.
"And she said the best thing that I think a parent can say when their child comes out, she told me that she loves me" this... hits me so hard. I will never get the chance to feel this, knowing that my parents didn't accept me for who I am. I'm keeping my head up, heart strong because of you Shannon. Thank you 💓
In awe of how great this is. Not only the stories told but how the video is put together, it’s so well thought out and will help so many people. Well done Shannon!
I think this and Shannon's other video, a letter to you are the most beautiful videos I've ever seen in my entire life and thank you so much shannon for making it you truly are the best.
So I cried my heart out.... As someone who isn't out to my family, I've always thought about how they felt first, before I thought about my own. It's incredible to see such strong, amazing human beings talk about what they have gone through during their coming out process. It gives me the courage to one day finally share who I truly am as a person, and the people that I love to my family without doubting myself and feeling less just because of it. Thank you so much for this. This video means so much to me and I appreciate you, and everyone in it, who took the time to make this video. You all are amazing, inspiring, and touching so many people's lives.
I come back to this video 3 years later, and finally out to my mom and dad. I'm taking baby steps to come out to the rest of the family. The initial reaction was not that great, but at the end of it, I think my mom and dad are coming around to accept me for who I am. This video is one I come back to every pride month, and I will probably keep coming back to every pride month. Its impact to me will never change. Thank you
Content like this is so important to make. Obviously coming out is an adjustment for the individual, what we forget is that it is also an adjustment for the family. I wish everyone could have parents and I family that no matter what adjustments they go through they still love one another, I know everyone is not so fortunate. I just love this as a reminder to the families that their child is still exactly who they raised them and believe them to be.
This brought me to tears. I am going through a really hard time in my life involving coming out and being who i really am. I sent this to my parents and I talked to both and the one thing they both said to me is that I love you and we will talk more. Thank Shannon for truly changing my life and being a huge role model to me. You have helped to me to where I am today and I cannot thank you enough
Thank you a million times. To all the people that came together to make this video and everyone liking and sharing it. This is the kind of video I would´ve want my younger self to watch. Beautiful message! Much love x
I never clicked sooooo fast , god I love this video . If only my father saw this and was able to understand this and understand me . He thinks I’m this way because of him , to get at him is what I think ,by the way he words everything , the day I came out to him . Coming out to my mom was the most amazing thing but sadly she can’t help me anymore . I honestly believe I’m going to show my father this video , it may help him see how this all is and how I am . I love this video and everyone in it , I know we now have so many known people out but I still adore videos like this that really show the feelings to it all especially with coming out to a parent and the fear . Also the want of nothing to change , to still have the love and support from them that doesn’t all stay the same after coming out .
I couldn't be more proud of the people in this video, with the courage to speak and stand for who they are. You're all awesome, you're incredible people, and I hope that everyone in this world can be proud of who they are, no matter where they come from, their skin color, or who they love.
Please continue sharing art such as this. This really hits close to my heart. I started crying at Shannon's words. All I wanted to hear from my family was that, I got you. No matter what happens because we are family. Instead, I heard it from my friends. Although I treasure that so much, I just wish my parents could say it more.
Thank You! So much! OMG this is incredible! Shannon you have changed my life! you've helped me find myself and understand what i was feeling. you have made me feel comfortable with myself. And grow to love who i am! i came out this year and my parents reacted terrible. They said i was a disgrace and throwing away everything they had ever taught me. just because i was gay. Because of something i couldn't control. something that used to be everything i thought about. I prayed every night for God to make me straight. To change me. I hated myself. I looked in the mirror and saw sin, i viewed myself with disgust. I wanted to end my life. But them somehow through the chaos i found your channel. I watched your videos with Cammie and it changed how i viewed myself and my feelings. It made me feel happy. I wanted that. And slowly i grew to accept my sexsuality and wear it with pride! Thank you for showing me that this one aspect of who I am is not a bad thing, or something that i should hate. But a beautiful part of the unique human that i am. We are all different, which means that in that aspect we are all the same. Again awe inspiring content! keep it up and thank you from the bottom of my heart! You saved my life and now i am in such a better place! Love, Bryten Checketts
In this community we alway say, " if you family doesn't accept you make your own" so i'm going to be that person who tells you that I love you and it doesn't change anything other than making you brave for coming out.
wow can we talk about how filming this video cured my acne
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yeah I noticed. the film makers sure did a lot of hard work XD
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MilesChronicles you look great !
Dan Frederiksen I know it probably makes no sense to argue with a person like you, but I just can't help myself.
First of all, things you just wrote are totally irrelevant to this video and also to this comment you replied to... Anyways, how in the world CAN you compare pedophilia to LGBT+ community? Please explain that to me. Pedophilia is a crime, it often comes with sexual abuse and assault over kids who have no power to say what they want or not. That is what sick means. How can a sickness be loving or having feelings towards someone while not hurting or abusing them? Please don't ever compare people who are going to assault or abuse or make you uncomfortable to the people who have mutual feelings, love each other or to the people who wanna make their skin a place they feel like themselves. Who to love or how to feel is never a choice.
You can go with the medical facts all night long, it's such a lame argument that homophobia loves to use. HIV is a problem, maybe it is common around some gay men, true, but it is not something gay people are guilty of, God, it's a virus that is spread and caused by so many factors long time ago. We all should fight against HIV like against any other illness.
Overall, I just wanna know few things since you clearly have something against LGBT+ community. What is your solution then, to put gay people in churches until they're cured?
You want them to live the unhappy life, you wanna maybe somehow accidentally fall in love and marry a girl who's pretending to love you back even she is incapable of that?
Yeah that would be such an amazing world...
Logan paul out there get 10million views for like sneezing...when there's THIS beautiful art being made that really deserves the views.
WhatButt Bubblecrap 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Omg whoa she replied...holy shit and shannon liked this, I'M SHOOK! THANK YOU
"MOm I'M a StAr, i'M a StAR!"
Exactly what I was thinking.
so share it everyone
So trueeee
Videos like this one have to get more attention
That was great! This is the video I've been wanting to make from a parent's point of view. It all comes down to just loving your child unconditionally. I love you!
The way you support Shannon is honestly, She is so lucky to have such a supportive mom x
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SALUTE to you, Ms. Debbie! You're such a cool, very supportive, and a loving mother. We love your daughter so dearly. Hope she can visit here in the Philippines. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
i'm proud that you are proud☾
Debbie Beveridge You raised a great person, MommaDeb! You probly are sooooo proud! We are! Thank you for being the mom that you are! 🌹
I came out to my mom a while back and she.. didn't react as well as I thought she would. We don't talk about it unless she's telling me how she wants me to find a boyfriend and stop dressing like a boy. I've tried to send her videos and tell her that I'm not going down this crazy path that would make me unhappy but she wouldn't watch or listen. I sent her this (idk why she decided to actually watch this time)and she came into my room crying and telling me she's going to change for me... I'm shaking. thank you, Shannon.
AlmostvRebel WOW
💚💚 I hope things get better for you two and you grow closer in all this. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being you.
The world is changing really slowly but surely hopefully one day sexuality, the gender, or how masculine or feminine is someone will only be a detail for everyone
Im literally crying, she'll get through this and will rebound and love you ten-fold
That is amazing😍
we all joke about Shannon not uploading a lot but when content like THIS comes out there’s nothing to complain about, its so well shot and emotional, thank you Shannon
of course Shannon is not uploading anything for quite some time and then comes out with a brilliant video that makes everyone cry
This is actually the best video I’ve ever watched on TH-cam
that's... stupid
Now this is content.
Agreed
mine is good too check it out th-cam.com/video/y_e05ozHexk/w-d-xo.html
My mum laughed at me wen i came out and then said " was that ment to be a secret "
I then cried like a baby for 20 minutes... good times.
They started to say their names and I started crying omg
Put this into film festivals 👏👏👏. This is award worthy.
This video is amazing, The moment i was done watching it, i copied the link and posted it to my Facebook with the following
"To me this video is so important. When someone trust you enough to open up about who they love or who they are, its important to let them know that that doesn't change anything and that you still care about them. This one detail is so small, its only one part of who you are. It does not define you. I want everyone in my life to know, that I will always be here to listen whenever you need and that no matter what you are loved."
Thank you for making this.
Well said Megan!
Wow, this video was exactly what we all think, what we're all going through and this is scary and we feel vulnerable, and even if I'm not out of the closet yet, when I finally come out I want to be like you, proud of who I am.
I’m not crying, you’re crying
This is Beautiful!! This will help so many people feel better about who they are. Thank you creating this. I love you bruh🙌🏽❤️
GRREAT DAY AMBER!! IM SUBSCRIBE TO UR CHANEL, AVA PEARL AND ARI !! I LOVE LUV WATCHING ALL OF YOU !!
To be honest many people likely may never have a happy relationship or "come out" when they're still with their families because of pressure from the older generations or judgement or the environment (like religious/rural/conservative small towns)
I think the phrase 'come out' is negative. It should just be a way of life.
You are the type of person teenagers should look up to. You are doing something right, you are using your voice for good. I'm so happy I found someone that cares.
India just got relieved from section 377 which criminalised homosexuality and then this video 😍😍.... I feel like I'm living a dream. Thank you so much Shannon Beveridge. You're the Queen!
Well Done India, thats huge for them !! :)
@@k8lynmae Yay!
Congrats India i'm happy for u
Still it wouldn't work on parents and environment
@@shiningsoulpy77 It's the first step... Gradually even the society will become more and more accepting.
when i get enough courage to come out im showing my parents this video
I wish it'd be in German I mean I'm out to my dad but it would be really great
right
this AJ girl... cute af
lenah h THAT WHAT I SAID SHE SO FINE 😂😂😂🤤🤤🤤
I think this should be a mandatory video for parents to watch
When I came out to my dad who's not really my dad the first thing he said was, "Okay. So, I love you." and honestly I couldn't be happier with any other dad.
This is real quality content Shannon. I'm really proud. Literaly proud tears.
I sent it to my mom hoping it would help, and she called me in tears saying how she had no idea i ever felt this way. This video means everything, thank you
5 minutes in and i’m already tearing up. This is remarkable
oh my ghad. SAME
When I was 15, I told my parents “I think I’m bisexual. My dad took it really well and said that nothing really changed for him. My mom on the other hand told me she felt sorry for me because people still harass lgbt people and it would have been so much easier if I just found a man. She said it like she now had a dysfunctional kid
Today I’m 17 and I know I’m gay. I’m really scared to tell them because even tho I has been two years I still don’t feel comfortable talking about lgbt with them.
Over the past year my mom has been making comments about how the clothes I like to wear because they don’t fit the typical female picture and she even asked me if I wanted to be a boy. This actually really hurt my feelings because even tho it was thoughtful of her to ask just in case, she should not make assumptions about gender based on something as simple as clothing. I told her I just liked boy-ish clothing but that this doesn’t mean someone wants to be a boy.
Even though I have been struggling with my sexuality and coming out to myself, one thing I always knew for sure was that I was and am a girl.
Whenever my mom brings up any subject around sexuality I just avoid it .
Because I told my parents I thought I was bi, they usually just assume I will end up with a man and constantly ship me with my best friend (who’s a guy).
As I said before I’m scared to tell my parents I’m gay, I hope that in time they will understand more and more.
Meanwhile I have a huge crush on my friend who is bisexual (and a girl *no shit* ) and we hold hands sometimes :))
Your videos have really helped me come to terms with my sexuality, keep creating such amazing content and I hope I will soon find the courage to come out to my parents (again) :)
Update: the girl I have a crush on asked me to be her girlfriend today, I said yes :)
OMG how did you get her to ask u to be her girlfriend
Bibimaru I came over to her house one day after work, we talked for hours and she told me she liked me, I told her I liked her too and then we kissed. Later that week we went out to eat and she asked me if I wanted to be her girlfriend :)
omg wow that ending shook me congrats and good luck with your parents! I found it was MUCH easier to say "I have a girlfriend" or "I'm dating whoever" than "I'm gay", and my family also took it better since they liked my girlfriend so much and bc they couldn't try to get me with a guy anymore lol. I hope yours take it well, eventually it should become more normal for them!
I’m so happy for you :)
I clicked so fast. If Shannon is not uploading for very long time the next video is gonna be clearly an epic video. 👌🏽
Shannon I hope you're considering on submitting this to festivals.
9:21 “Really at the end of the day the only choice that you have is wetter or not you're gonna be standing next to them or if you're gonna watch them leave” 💔 I felt that...
💝💝💝💝💝💝
This needs to be translated in as many languages as possible ☀
I should add french subtitles
@@sachanuage7025 Y'a pas les sous-titres français justement 😭
@@ysac6186 attends un peu je vais les mettre ;)
je les ai ajoutés mais ils doivent être vérifiés par d’autres personnes!
Up up up up 🙌
Now this is beautiful.
Agreed!
You bring your child into this world, you love them unconditionally. The End.
Congrats on this film, magnificent.
She’s done it again. I’m in tears. This video is beautiful.
10:59 "I think when I came out to my parents, the one thing that I like wanted to hear so badly was just...
this changes nothing." That is exactly what I want my parents to say if I come out to them. Thank you for this video Shannon. It is very inspiring and helps a lot of people in the LGBTQ+ community.
This is so _so_ *absolutely pure.* I loved this too much 💘
I love your short films
This was so beautifully done, Shannon. I felt so many emotions as I watched it. You’re making the world a better place by putting your heart and soul into these types of projects and by spreading important messages that need to be heard. Bravo!
My niece came out to me a couple of years ago. She was so worried and scared. She was secretly dating girls and didnt know how to tell our family. It was so mind blowing to me that she was worried. Because to me all that i was worried about was if her partner was treating her good if she was being safe and making sure she was happy. I cant imagine turning your back on a part of yourself.
*This is so beautiful.*
I'm actually planning on coming out to my family when i turn 18(next month) because why not? *It's 20GayTeen people!!* I feel a little scared because of how they'll react but I'll do it anyways. All that matters is being happy and *finally* being myself.💖🌈
Also i thought it was a nice idea to come out this year because it sounds like it'll be perfect, like if someone asks "When did you come out?" i'd be like "I came out in 20GayTeen." Cool huh?😂😂
Being in the closet is *so overrated. I'M DONE WITH IT*
ok bye....lmao
Jey PC Hope everything goes well!
@@paniclove5346 Thanks! I'll let you know how it went :)
good luck! hope everything goes ok ❤️
Jey PC hope it goes well! 🙏🙏
Thank you guys!! :)
Your content lately is so dang good
0:00 in and i’m already crying
shelby same
shelby preach 🙌🏼
I JUST CAME OUT TO MY DAD AND HE STILL LOVES ME THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS AND HELPING ME FEEL LIKE I'M FINALLY LIVING
I just came out to my mom last night and her reaction couldn’t have been better. I’m so lucky that I’m surrounded by supportive people. It makes me sad that not everybody has that
I'm happy for you Carissa😊
Thank you sm 😊
This is what Shannon is doing when she isn’t uploading. Wow.
I’m so glad I came across Shannon she has helped me through a lot. I just came out to my close friends and they all accepted me for who I am. I always tell myself it’s better to have one person truly love you and know you than to have a hundred people love you but never really know you (from A Letter to You) I just wanted to tell you I love you and what you do for people thank you for being there for us Shannon❤️
Mal Mc A Letter to You quite literally changed my life. ❤️
When miles said that he understands why they reacted like that but it doesn't make it right, I've never related to something so much like omg no one else I know gets this like fml this is so important👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️👌🏻👌🏻
i came out 12th of October 2017.
my mom got really mad, confused and frustrated, but as time slowly passed, she started to accept it more and more. today we can talk about it like it’s a normal daily topic and she also engage in a few lgbt groups on facebook.
my point is that it gets sooo much better, the key in life sometimes is just *time* ❤️
I’m so excited to go to the Dallas pride this Sunday, and it’ll be my first pride ever.
I came out to my mom in March, and she didn’t take it well. I don’t want to blame her for the way she reacted because it was so new and shocking to her, especially with the distance between us and the cultural differences we are experiencing.
A lot of parents are scared for their kids, because most times we do need to fight for ourselves to get what other people can get easily. I know my mom still loves me, and I understand it might take awhile for her to know that I am still who I am, if not better. But I’m hopeful for the future.
To the ones who are going through similar struggles, please be brave. You deserve to be who you are and to love who you want to love.
I came out 2 or 3 months ago to my parents (and about 3-4 to my closest friends). My parent's reaction was pretty good compared to what I expected. My mom specially seemed disapointed and hurt, but it was a matter of 3-4 days after, that they started to understand it more and more, and now they fully support who I am. Nothing has changed, and they still love me no matter what. Btw, I love when they ask questions, it doesn't make me feel unomfortable at all, it shows me how interested they are into understanding what's going on and who I am.
If you haven't came out yet, don't worry, you're not alone. It does get better. If you need someone to talk to at any moment you can write me.
Hey! Thats amazing i am happy for you! 😁
How do you find out you are gay? I'm not Sure if i am or if i am not and i want to find out... Maybe you can help me.
Sorry for mistakes i am from germany! ❣️
Maja Pfriem Absolutely! You can write me, do u have any social media? Snapchat? Instagram? Not sure if you can chat privately here in TH-cam
@@matshx yes both! i think instagram is better my name is Majapfriem
Posted this video on Facebook and my aunt texted me to tell me she loves me no matter what. Thank you, Shannon.
The 1st person i came out to was my mom. I remember anxiously waiting for her reaction those seconds felt like minutes...hearing her say "I love you" was a moment i will always cherish
I love how you emphasized the importance of saying, “I love you.” Because when I came out, my mom asked a lot of questions and made a lot of comments. She was so confused, caught off guard and almost upset, all of which I expected. But she said she loved me and that was all I needed. I didn’t need her to understand or to be okay with it right away. She has since come around and is much more open.
Chills lil Bev, chills. This was incredible. So proud of you and everyone in this video & community as a whole 💕💕
This is random but the way Ingrid talks and looks reminds me so much of callie foster from the fosters
This was incredible.
This is why I don’t mind waiting till Shannon posts. You have a beautiful mind and soul. Don’t loose that and keep spilling it in on TH-cam. Your videos inspire and create a movement to better society! That’s what we all need and we need to listen to others stories. Watching videos produced like this or even mark miller who put thought behind the camera is awesome! Beautiful people and beautiful stories! Huge fan of yours Shannon
I clicked so fast omg
Tried not to cry and made it to the last 5 minutes and couldn't hold the tears back. Love this and how relatable it is.
I remember when I came out.my mom was out of town and I told my dad his reaction was great but when I told my mom I felt like I disappointed her because I am also atheist I remember crying on my bed a few months after and she walked in and told me she knew I was gay since I was little .I would have been able to come out and have those experiences if it were not for you Shannon thank you so much
I've shared this on my FB wall because it will help so many. I hope my friends and family sub to you.
There needs to be more like this out.
You did an absolutely phenomenal job!
This cinematography is gorgeous ❤️ also this might be the best video you’ve ever made (yet) ❤️
This is so good and so needed. I'm not straight and it's too late for me to come out of the closet, but it won't be that way for my kids. My oldest came out earlier this year and accidentally outed herself to my family. I nearly cut them all out with how they reacted. Parents: standing by your kids will help both them and those around them to accept them. Don't back down. Be okay with your family being upset while still standing firm in support for your child. My family, after recognizing that this was not negotiable, came to accept, though they still don't "agree," whatever that means.
I'm old and my parents still pretend I'm not into women, or avoid the subject. 🤷 At least they stopped telling me who I'm gonna marry though.
Damn. We just need that real shit.
And this is what makes you stand out from the mundane, talk real talk true and you’ve got us all connected by the heart stings.
And this is what we need.
my mind won’t shut off after this video, i’m so proud of you for using your voice and your platform to make such a difference in our community! i never thought i’d fit into the community, but through you i’ve found my people & for that i owe you the world 💕 this is going to help people all over the world, young & old and i’m so proud of the person you are and the things that you’re doing! you give everything all you’ve got & are so real! wish i could give you the biggest hug & congratulate you on what’s sure to be another huge success! i love you so much lil bean!! be proud of yourself 💕💕
I got more confident by watching these kind of videos. I was encouraged to come out to my family 1 year ago.
It was extremely comfortable in my little comfort zone before. It was no problem pretending to be straight but I knew deep down for a fact that it wouldn't make me happy. In my head everything would change arround me if I said I was gay. Actually it didn't. I was surprised how tolerant all people around me were.
When I now walk with my girlfriend (🎉) on the streets I feel people starring at us but in the end I wouldn't give myself and my freedom for the beliefs of society.
Everyone, who doesn't accept you and how you feel, is just not empathetic. I feel sorry for those who are so blind for love and don't reflect their behavior and actions. They are truly unhappy because all they care about are the lives of other people and not their own happiness. Live and let live🌞
So... don't be afraid to come out. Everyone in this community is full of love and always here for a (virtual) hug. You will be okay!
Great video btw👏🏼
I want to thank everyone in the video..I love you so much...Thank you for making this video..this made me cry
This video is so important. When I came out all I wanted to hear from my mum was that she loves me no matter what instead of the “you’re wrong and are just being silly” that I got. This video needs to be spread as a parent’s reaction to their child coming out is so important to their child!
This video explains it all, its well put together and a really good example. Parents should love you no matter what, just because you're gay, bi, trans etc. it doesn't make you any different and if you're that child that doesn't have accepting parents or family members, its not your fault at all, its their loss to love you and your an amazing person and even more awesome because you built the courage to come out to them. No matter what you should always love your children, no matter what the situation
1. I’m going to use this with my clients so they can see what it means to accept yourself and to be accepted and to hear validation for their deepest and darkest fears and pains.
2. I’m going to call my family and thank them and tell them I love them and that I am fully aware of how lucky I am to have parents who were proud of me for coming out and have always embraced this part of me wholeheartedly and without hesitation. ❤️
Wow this honestly could not have come at a better time for me, I literally just broke down to my dad because I feel so low and a huge part of that is because of my sexuality. After seeing how much he wanted to help me I think I'm going to come out to him and possibly also my mum tomorrow. I've never been so terrified in my entire life but seeing this and knowing that other people have gone through the exact same thing makes me feel a lot less alone so seriously thank you so much to everyone in this and who helped create it ❤❤
And with this one video, thousands of lives will be saved. What a brave 16. And so incredibly directed.
I'm so thankful that my family and friends around me truly accept me! & I hope that other parents that our struggling with accepting their children, work on that! It's about being comfortable in your own skin and as long as they are happy that's all that matters.
I’ve watched this video so many times since September 2018 and nearly 2 years later it’s still just as powerful. Shannon, you’re incredible. Especially with the way you use your platform👏🏻 Thank you👏🏻
Oh my gosh. Shannon, yet again, you make a video that reaches the souls and hearts of humans everywhere. I am so grateful for you and all that you do for us. Thank you!
Shared to Facebook with a comment of "Oh Shannon, you beautiful human!
This video is so important to LGBTQI, to expectant parents, parents, step parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, cousins... Everyone.
Love is Love. Gay, Straight, Bi. Whether you're Male, Female, Non-Bi.
As long as you're happy, it's legal and no one gets hurt.
Love ❤️"
Shannon. I cannot even. This was so beautiful and raw and moving. I wish there was a love button. Every parent or people who want to be parents needs to see this first before they say yes to that huge step. Love is love is love is love.❤️
This is something ALL parents need to see! Absolutely beautiful.
Shit man. I am honestly so moved by this. Shannon, this was a really beautiful and touching video to watch and I think I can speak for a lot of people in the closet like me and tell you that we really really appreciate this content because it gives us that courage and confidence that it'll be okay no matter what. Thank you so so much for this
I just wanted to let you know that I watched your video today and it gave me the confidence to come out to my grandma. I came out to my parents a few years ago and since then, I've always thought I would never tell my grandma. I was afraid she would reject me and I would lose her. But when I watched your video, I just knew that it was the right thing to do. So I called her and told her I was gay. Her reaction was beyond perfect: she told me she loved me and I was her grand daughter no matter what, she said she would be upset if I had done something wrong but that being gay wasn't a bad thing, etc. I just wanted to say thank you, to you and all the people who took part in 'Just Say I Love You'. Thank you.
Hi Shannon! Can I translate this video into spanish? Giving you credits, ofc.
I'm pretty sure you can add spanish subtitles to this video. But I'm on mobile so I'm not sure
yo necesito la versión en español! mis papas no hablan inglés y quiero que vean este video
mientras alguien o yo tengamos tiempo para hacer la traduccion shannon habilito la opcion, en el mismo video en la barra de herramientas ( play, pausa y al otro lado esta subtitulos, configuracion, modo teatro o pantalla completa) sigue esta ruta: configuracion--click en subtitulos--click en traduccion automatica y coges la opcion español, hay pocos palabras mal traducidas pero no afecta el mensaje.
I want to say THANK YOU for this. This is powerful. To everyone involved THANK YOU This is truly IMPORTANT. I wish I could share this with my parent. The thing is they are not ok with me or anything LGBTQ+ . My parent forced me to come out to them because they had their suspicions and were stocking my social media w/o my permission. I wasn't even ready to come out on my own terms and especially to one of the most important persons in my family. So it was ripped out of me. Still, I can't even be ok with myself with out feeling guilty somehow. Its been a couple of months now and my parent said they weren't going to kick me out or anything like that. Accodring to them I am some type of disease that needs curing and my soul will burn in hell. The thing that made me cry the most about watching this was the fact that I wish my parent would've Just said "I love You" instead throwing the bible at me, shaming me, being disgusted by me, and so on. I just dont understand why they hate a part of me, when its not all of me its just a part of me. Now, my parent acts like it didnt happen and tries to forget her daughter isnt straight like I'm not valid or my feelings are. Then I have to realize that that hate comes from a place of ignorance and choosing to not want to understand. Since then our communication never revolves around it, I am waiting for that "I love you for you" not I have to love you like some type of burden its the worst feeling ever. Especially when you are just trying to accept yourself, love yourself, and be loved. Its all too complicated. But videos like these remind me that there is a community out there that will love me and I am valid for just being me. I thank you and everyone invovled in this video. This is so important to me, I am forever grateful. ❤
Content that matters and makes people feel connected to other people is what everyone should be making in some capacity. Excellent work, Shannon & Ryan. Beautifully done. ❤️
What Miles said ' I understand why you reacted this was, it doesn't make it right' so true i wanna say this to a lot of people. I understand it might weird some people out but then there are means to educate yourself on this topic when you come to terms with it and choose what is right.
this is so beautiful shannon and i feel more ready to come out to my family than i did before ,, much love xx
i like lightly salted popcorn I still can’t BUT you’re pfp is superrrrrr hot. I felt compelled to tell you that
"And she said the best thing that I think a parent can say when their child comes out, she told me that she loves me" this... hits me so hard. I will never get the chance to feel this, knowing that my parents didn't accept me for who I am. I'm keeping my head up, heart strong because of you Shannon. Thank you 💓
In awe of how great this is. Not only the stories told but how the video is put together, it’s so well thought out and will help so many people. Well done Shannon!
I think this and Shannon's other video, a letter to you are the most beautiful videos I've ever seen in my entire life and thank you so much shannon for making it you truly are the best.
THE PIANO IN THE BACKGROUND IS FROM A PLAY I JUST DID AND IM CRYING THAT SONG GOT ME IN MY FEELS
This video makes me want to go hug my mom for being so supportive and loving
So proud of you, Shan and Ryan. This is beautiful and had me in tears almost instantly.
So I cried my heart out.... As someone who isn't out to my family, I've always thought about how they felt first, before I thought about my own. It's incredible to see such strong, amazing human beings talk about what they have gone through during their coming out process. It gives me the courage to one day finally share who I truly am as a person, and the people that I love to my family without doubting myself and feeling less just because of it. Thank you so much for this. This video means so much to me and I appreciate you, and everyone in it, who took the time to make this video. You all are amazing, inspiring, and touching so many people's lives.
I come back to this video 3 years later, and finally out to my mom and dad. I'm taking baby steps to come out to the rest of the family. The initial reaction was not that great, but at the end of it, I think my mom and dad are coming around to accept me for who I am. This video is one I come back to every pride month, and I will probably keep coming back to every pride month. Its impact to me will never change. Thank you
Content like this is so important to make. Obviously coming out is an adjustment for the individual, what we forget is that it is also an adjustment for the family. I wish everyone could have parents and I family that no matter what adjustments they go through they still love one another, I know everyone is not so fortunate.
I just love this as a reminder to the families that their child is still exactly who they raised them and believe them to be.
This brought me to tears. I am going through a really hard time in my life involving coming out and being who i really am. I sent this to my parents and I talked to both and the one thing they both said to me is that I love you and we will talk more. Thank Shannon for truly changing my life and being a huge role model to me. You have helped to me to where I am today and I cannot thank you enough
Thank you for this incredible piece of work💘
Thank you a million times. To all the people that came together to make this video and everyone liking and sharing it. This is the kind of video I would´ve want my younger self to watch. Beautiful message! Much love x
I'm high-key crying. What you do is really beautiful. Keep on doing that
This hit so close to home. Thank you so much. I never got to come out because I was outed. I really needed this.
I never clicked sooooo fast , god I love this video . If only my father saw this and was able to understand this and understand me . He thinks I’m this way because of him , to get at him is what I think ,by the way he words everything , the day I came out to him . Coming out to my mom was the most amazing thing but sadly she can’t help me anymore . I honestly believe I’m going to show my father this video , it may help him see how this all is and how I am . I love this video and everyone in it , I know we now have so many known people out but I still adore videos like this that really show the feelings to it all especially with coming out to a parent and the fear . Also the want of nothing to change , to still have the love and support from them that doesn’t all stay the same after coming out .
I love you and I you are so brave☾
Eva thank you so much ❤️ I appreciate it so much and love ya too❤️
I couldn't be more proud of the people in this video, with the courage to speak and stand for who they are. You're all awesome, you're incredible people, and I hope that everyone in this world can be proud of who they are, no matter where they come from, their skin color, or who they love.
im already crying ugh please keeo doing videos like this the mean so much to so many people
Please continue sharing art such as this. This really hits close to my heart. I started crying at Shannon's words. All I wanted to hear from my family was that, I got you. No matter what happens because we are family. Instead, I heard it from my friends. Although I treasure that so much, I just wish my parents could say it more.
Thank You! So much! OMG this is incredible! Shannon you have changed my life! you've helped me find myself and understand what i was feeling. you have made me feel comfortable with myself. And grow to love who i am! i came out this year and my parents reacted terrible. They said i was a disgrace and throwing away everything they had ever taught me. just because i was gay. Because of something i couldn't control. something that used to be everything i thought about. I prayed every night for God to make me straight. To change me. I hated myself. I looked in the mirror and saw sin, i viewed myself with disgust. I wanted to end my life. But them somehow through the chaos i found your channel. I watched your videos with Cammie and it changed how i viewed myself and my feelings. It made me feel happy. I wanted that. And slowly i grew to accept my sexsuality and wear it with pride! Thank you for showing me that this one aspect of who I am is not a bad thing, or something that i should hate. But a beautiful part of the unique human that i am. We are all different, which means that in that aspect we are all the same. Again awe inspiring content! keep it up and thank you from the bottom of my heart! You saved my life and now i am in such a better place! Love, Bryten Checketts
In this community we alway say, " if you family doesn't accept you make your own" so i'm going to be that person who tells you that I love you and it doesn't change anything other than making you brave for coming out.
hey thank you so much that means a ton! love you 2!
Wow this is really sad but i am happy for you that you accepted yourselfe! Stay strong!
Love from germany😘
This couldn't be more true. I wish for all the people that are still struggling to find their peace 💖💖💖