Chase, don't doubt the value of sharing all the supportive, positive experiences you're having. Yeah, some people won't have that, but for someone like me who is pre-transition and deciding whether to come out as trans, it is largely fear that holds me back. For the longest time I just focused on the loss that I believed transitioning would bring, and I felt so trapped. I think it's really important to show people what there is to gain - authentic relationships, the ability to be yourself and have others see it, a body that feels comfortable (or at least more comfortable), etc. Thanks for posting!
I also had an immediate shift in confidence from the moment I made the decision to go for it. A massive weight was lifted. I had all but packed my bags to skip town before coming out. I received an outpouring of love and support I couldn't have imagined. Friends, work, everywhere. My heart grew three sizes the day I came out on FB. It was the scariest and most rewarding experience of my life. It is wonderful to hear you had a similar experience. I'm so excited to have found you! I'm relating to your videos in a way I haven't to so many others I've watched. My very best to you!
Chase...you are an inspiration. I enjoy your videos a great deal as I am also in transition. I am about 2 weeks behind you. It is awesome to see the changes occurring in you as I am experiencing them as well. I want you to know, for me, hearing about your positive support within your community is enlightening. I am not out to very many people and those who do know, well it is more like the thing no one speaks of. I have a couple people who are encouraging and so supportive. After watching your video, I have made a point of thanking them. Without them, I'm not sure I would have been able to begin this journey. I have also watched a million videos trying to decipher what my transition will look like. I am so grateful that you have the courage to post videos so that others can get information about this huge process. And for me you are in a way, a very big support. I feel like we are going through this at the same time and although we don't know each other, you have become a guide to me. Thanks so much brother for all that you do! Keep it up, we all look forward to your inspiration!
J.K., this message made my day. I'm so glad I can be out here as a support. I'm also so encouraged by the folks I'm connecting with on here. Keep checking in and message me if you like. I'd love to hear how your transition is coming along.
Your very inspiring to me!! Being in our 30's I always wondered what others would think. I'm still working out the little demons In my head lol And definitely hear the voice change !! And It looks like your saw line is a bit more cut, good job keep it up Chase!
Thanks for sharing. I'm hitting my one month marker as of this next Friday. I took my fourth shot (weekly shots) this past Friday. As an older trans guy, I've debated doing videos, but the more I see videos I feel as older guys transitioning it is a good idea to share our experiences. Thanks for sharing. I will be watching the rest of your videos. I know you're further along on your journey now since this video. I've felt similar to how you feel about gratitude and vulnerability. The increase in confidence is nice isn't it!
Nice to see another late bloomer ;) I'm 34 soon to be 35 and will be starting T in a couple months. There isn't many trans guys who are a little older out there making videos. Also the whole confidence thing I think is mental. I have been way more confident and forceful just from coming out and excepting who I am.
You're really insightful. Also comes with age too... You won't hear younger ones articulating it in this way... Haha. But Ya. That's what my brother was saying . Not close to him, but he said that making a "final decision," being decisive about something does have a sense of automatic sense of relief ... And sorta sigh of relief , ya... To know you have struggled (and me for many many years (I'm 29) it's gotta be a release to finally follow through.. Well... I thought I was going to but stopped ... For me, I ended up stopping T three different times ... Two months was my longest just because of lack of support and scaryness of permanency Blah blah. Anyways, just saying that what you're feeling I understand .
I think you're right. A lot of the strength and confidence I'm feeling is related to taking this big first step. It definitely can be a scary journey, but I'm a big believer is that when it feels right, you'll know it. You'll feel peace. Best to you as you're walking this road and finding what's right for you.
Chase, don't doubt the value of sharing all the supportive, positive experiences you're having. Yeah, some people won't have that, but for someone like me who is pre-transition and deciding whether to come out as trans, it is largely fear that holds me back. For the longest time I just focused on the loss that I believed transitioning would bring, and I felt so trapped. I think it's really important to show people what there is to gain - authentic relationships, the ability to be yourself and have others see it, a body that feels comfortable (or at least more comfortable), etc. Thanks for posting!
Thanks so much! Best of luck on your journey!
I also had an immediate shift in confidence from the moment I made the decision to go for it. A massive weight was lifted.
I had all but packed my bags to skip town before coming out. I received an outpouring of love and support I couldn't have imagined. Friends, work, everywhere. My heart grew three sizes the day I came out on FB. It was the scariest and most rewarding experience of my life. It is wonderful to hear you had a similar experience.
I'm so excited to have found you! I'm relating to your videos in a way I haven't to so many others I've watched. My very best to you!
Chase...you are an inspiration. I enjoy your videos a great deal as I am also in transition. I am about 2 weeks behind you. It is awesome to see the changes occurring in you as I am experiencing them as well. I want you to know, for me, hearing about your positive support within your community is enlightening. I am not out to very many people and those who do know, well it is more like the thing no one speaks of. I have a couple people who are encouraging and so supportive. After watching your video, I have made a point of thanking them. Without them, I'm not sure I would have been able to begin this journey. I have also watched a million videos trying to decipher what my transition will look like. I am so grateful that you have the courage to post videos so that others can get information about this huge process. And for me you are in a way, a very big support. I feel like we are going through this at the same time and although we don't know each other, you have become a guide to me. Thanks so much brother for all that you do! Keep it up, we all look forward to your inspiration!
J.K., this message made my day. I'm so glad I can be out here as a support. I'm also so encouraged by the folks I'm connecting with on here. Keep checking in and message me if you like. I'd love to hear how your transition is coming along.
Your very inspiring to me!! Being in our 30's I always wondered what others would think. I'm still working out the little demons In my head lol
And definitely hear the voice change !! And It looks like your saw line is a bit more cut, good job keep it up Chase!
Thanks for sharing. I'm hitting my one month marker as of this next Friday. I took my fourth shot (weekly shots) this past Friday. As an older trans guy, I've debated doing videos, but the more I see videos I feel as older guys transitioning it is a good idea to share our experiences.
Thanks for sharing. I will be watching the rest of your videos. I know you're further along on your journey now since this video. I've felt similar to how you feel about gratitude and vulnerability. The increase in confidence is nice isn't it!
Nice to see another late bloomer ;) I'm 34 soon to be 35 and will be starting T in a couple months. There isn't many trans guys who are a little older out there making videos. Also the whole confidence thing I think is mental. I have been way more confident and forceful just from coming out and excepting who I am.
I needed this. Thank you. Bless you.
You're really insightful. Also comes with age too... You won't hear younger ones articulating it in this way... Haha. But Ya. That's what my brother was saying . Not close to him, but he said that making a "final decision," being decisive about something does have a sense of automatic sense of relief ... And sorta sigh of relief , ya... To know you have struggled (and me for many many years (I'm 29) it's gotta be a release to finally follow through.. Well... I thought I was going to but stopped ... For me, I ended up stopping T three different times ... Two months was my longest just because of lack of support and scaryness of permanency Blah blah. Anyways, just saying that what you're feeling I understand .
I think you're right. A lot of the strength and confidence I'm feeling is related to taking this big first step. It definitely can be a scary journey, but I'm a big believer is that when it feels right, you'll know it. You'll feel peace. Best to you as you're walking this road and finding what's right for you.
You look like the kid from a A Christmas Story