This is a great video, you've come a long way and experienced many sides of life some people will never experience from your situation. Thank you for sharing
It really means a lot to me that you are taking the time to check out my videos. It inspires me to be open & continue to share. Let me know if there are any topics you are curious about or things I could explore in a future video. Speaking of barbells-- I was making a video in the gym , but was interrupted by some bros. I'll finish it another time!
Hi Forest, glad to hear you say that you thought you might be crazy. I thought I might be crazy too. I wondered if I made it all up, and it was just a mind-f*** thing. Best thoughts!
It's trippy right! We as transgender people are so sane, the logic & rational has a hard time accepting the idea of "sex change" but as we learn more about gender, identity & others like us-- it sure does become less threatening! We are sometimes too reasonable & down to earth for our own good!
Thank you for taking the time to write such a supportive comment! It touches my heart! It's empowering to find the words that express the feelings and experiences that exist on the inside. Through sharing some of my own experiences on youtube I've learned that I'm not alone, that many others relate, understand or feel similar-- by bringing out the words our voices are heard. Comments like yours remind me that this work is helping to build understanding. This is how we all grow together. I am honored and happy for you and your nephew that you are making a loving effort to understand him better, that is truly admirable! Again, thank you for sharing!
Oh, man I still feel bad about having to ask things of people ( name, pronouns ) you are very right when you talk about how it allows you to learn more about the people around you.. I found that the people that were more secure and sure of themselves had an easier time switching over name and pronouns than those who seemed less confident or comfortable within their own selves. Very interesting! Thank you for this video! P.S. you should have a podcast :)
It amazes me sometimes when I hear some of the ftms/transmen tell their stories, I feel like they're telling my story. The thing is I'm not trans, but I don't consider myself cis gendered either. I'm a gender nonconforming woman who happens to have a high level of testosterone. Even though I'm a biological woman, I feel like I can't relate to other women that well. I've always gotten along with men moreso than women and felt like one of the guys. I think more like a man and I have some masculine mannerisms as well some feminine. I'm 45 years young now and a loner. I often find it hard to relate to others, especially living in Oklahoma.
+Desiree W that's not easy at all. I think our stories are the same as so many, it's the story of not fitting & it's lonely. I can imagine OK as being a difficult place to find a good group, but they are there, somewhere, under stones. To the west you may find a bigger crowd, folks like you, strong women who prefer the more masculine themes. You are not alone! I'm so thankful you can relate and enjoyed my video. I appreciate your comments & perspective!!!
Hey, man. I just wanted to let you know this video really spoke to me. I needed to hear someone that could relate. I'm 37, 18 mos. into transition. I still feel that awkwardness from people and my voice didn't deepen much. It's tough. How long have you been transitioning? I hope I get to that "easy" part you talk about. It's coming, however slowly.
For me I was bummed because my facial hair has taken forever to appear, and it's patchy & my fantasy of a thick full beard may never be realized. I'm 5 years in and I still have this baby face. My voice lowered easily & quickly though, in the first 4 months. This is all genetics. There are previews we get through knowing our family genetics, but so many unknowns none the less. Some changes take forever but do happen, and sometimes it's just us, not hearing or seeing changes. Hang in there, but you are definitely at a similar age & I can relate to your process. I'm still having new things happen. Just a late bloomer like my dad!
👍 you Rock it , DUDE 😊 You're awesome, you know you're the only Transman I follow. Coming from the opposite- but listening to you, to talk about the same we have in common. But I have one question : do you still suffer with Social Anxiety ?
Being transgender does require a continual hormone replacement therapy, before a hysterectomy is performed a small measured dose of testosterone is injected regularly & shuts down estrogen dominance-- surprisingly if the testosterone amount is too much it actually puts estrogen I production into overdrive! So too much T creates more estrogen! Whoa! After a hysterectomy, which many transgender men opt for, the testosterone injected amount is less-- because it is not suppressing the female reproductive any longer. I hope that answers your question without too much confusion. Most puberty & masculinized changes occur within 3 years, many irreversible. So one could discontinue hormone use and have most male traits still visible, but with muscle & fat redistribution returning to feminization, softness returns. Some transmen have taken breaks from hormones either to save money, try for pregnancy or other reasons.
Both testosterone & estrogen are fascinating hormones that have specific effects. I hesitate the celebration of one over the other-- everything has its time & place, and us humans get to experience all kinds of internal chemistry all day everyday!
Haha yeah I get it. I wasn't trying to make one superior to the other if it fame across that way. Indeed both are very wonderful, but what I was trying to say is that for transgender people (specifically ftm) it does wonderful things and basically saves us from all those insecurities and stuff like that. Estrogen doesn't suck in any way!
Great video. I always love them. Here's a question, if society did not mistreat people who were looked queer and/or were gay and they were treated just like regular folk, do you think you still would have transitioned or would that have made you question yourself more?
JayTee67 for me I looked queer by default. I was choosing my appearance based on trying to appear as I my brothers, but instead I appeared as an impersonator. Know what I mean? I wasn't trying to break stereotypes or boundaries, but I was, as I could not bear to look or accentuate femininity. I wasn't going for "the queer look" I was projecting. So regardless of the treatment from the outside world, my own insipid world was upside down cuz of dysphoria. I did transition for myself, so I could see my body & being, less to avoid societies pressures-- the relief of pressure/harassment has been a by product of being a straight white man-- may have been a totally different twist of fate of I was a transgender gay dude for sure.
I love it when you upload a video, you are very calming to listen to and you always have something very insightful and thought provoking to say :)
thatgraykidd that is sweet of you! I would like to make radio programs! Really using the voice!
You are so privileged to have these insights. Thanks for sharing these things you've learned.
tobyr3 it's interesting for sure!
I always look forward to your videos! And here is another great one! I'm glad that you take the time to make them. ;)
This is a great video, you've come a long way and experienced many sides of life some people will never experience from your situation. Thank you for sharing
It really means a lot to me that you are taking the time to check out my videos. It inspires me to be open & continue to share. Let me know if there are any topics you are curious about or things I could explore in a future video. Speaking of barbells-- I was making a video in the gym , but was interrupted by some bros. I'll finish it another time!
yeah would love to see that, a few ftm into fitness I've seen
Really glad you never let that negativity you experienced affect you. It's inspirational! Keep doing what you do :)
Rubrical Louise thank you so much. I'm doing my best!
Hi Forest, glad to hear you say that you thought you might be crazy. I thought I might be crazy too. I wondered if I made it all up, and it was just a mind-f*** thing. Best thoughts!
It's trippy right! We as transgender people are so sane, the logic & rational has a hard time accepting the idea of "sex change" but as we learn more about gender, identity & others like us-- it sure does become less threatening! We are sometimes too reasonable & down to earth for our own good!
Appreciate you sharing your story 💚🤗 I love the vibe of this video
Hello! Thank you for this video. I have a trans nephew who is 17. Watching your videos has helped me understand him so much better :)
Thank you for taking the time to write such a supportive comment! It touches my heart! It's empowering to find the words that express the feelings and experiences that exist on the inside. Through sharing some of my own experiences on youtube I've learned that I'm not alone, that many others relate, understand or feel similar-- by bringing out the words our voices are heard. Comments like yours remind me that this work is helping to build understanding. This is how we all grow together. I am honored and happy for you and your nephew that you are making a loving effort to understand him better, that is truly admirable! Again, thank you for sharing!
I’m really enjoying your videos.
Thanks so much for this video, Forest! It'd be cool to chat soon!
Oh, man I still feel bad about having to ask things of people ( name, pronouns ) you are very right when you talk about how it allows you to learn more about the people around you.. I found that the people that were more secure and sure of themselves had an easier time switching over name and pronouns than those who seemed less confident or comfortable within their own selves. Very interesting! Thank you for this video! P.S. you should have a podcast :)
So much to learn from all those around us! Good observation my friend!!! Thank you for the comment.
It amazes me sometimes when I hear some of the ftms/transmen tell their stories, I feel like they're telling my story. The thing is I'm not trans, but I don't consider myself cis gendered either. I'm a gender nonconforming woman who happens to have a high level of testosterone. Even though I'm a biological woman, I feel like I can't relate to other women that well. I've always gotten along with men moreso than women and felt like one of the guys. I think more like a man and I have some masculine mannerisms as well some feminine. I'm 45 years young now and a loner. I often find it hard to relate to others, especially living in Oklahoma.
+Desiree W that's not easy at all. I think our stories are the same as so many, it's the story of not fitting & it's lonely. I can imagine OK as being a difficult place to find a good group, but they are there, somewhere, under stones. To the west you may find a bigger crowd, folks like you, strong women who prefer the more masculine themes. You are not alone! I'm so thankful you can relate and enjoyed my video. I appreciate your comments & perspective!!!
Hey, man. I just wanted to let you know this video really spoke to me. I needed to hear someone that could relate. I'm 37, 18 mos. into transition. I still feel that awkwardness from people and my voice didn't deepen much. It's tough. How long have you been transitioning? I hope I get to that "easy" part you talk about. It's coming, however slowly.
For me I was bummed because my facial hair has taken forever to appear, and it's patchy & my fantasy of a thick full beard may never be realized. I'm 5 years in and I still have this baby face. My voice lowered easily & quickly though, in the first 4 months. This is all genetics. There are previews we get through knowing our family genetics, but so many unknowns none the less. Some changes take forever but do happen, and sometimes it's just us, not hearing or seeing changes. Hang in there, but you are definitely at a similar age & I can relate to your process. I'm still having new things happen. Just a late bloomer like my dad!
OMG!! lol! Great vid Forest:)
***** thanks! I miss you man!
👍 you Rock it , DUDE 😊
You're awesome, you know you're the only Transman I follow.
Coming from the opposite- but listening to you, to talk about the same we have in common.
But I have one question : do you still suffer with Social Anxiety ?
Quick question: Do you have to take testosterone for your whole life if you transition from f to m? Or do you stop after a couple years
Being transgender does require a continual hormone replacement therapy, before a hysterectomy is performed a small measured dose of testosterone is injected regularly & shuts down estrogen dominance-- surprisingly if the testosterone amount is too much it actually puts estrogen I production into overdrive! So too much T creates more estrogen! Whoa! After a hysterectomy, which many transgender men opt for, the testosterone injected amount is less-- because it is not suppressing the female reproductive any longer. I hope that answers your question without too much confusion. Most puberty & masculinized changes occur within 3 years, many irreversible. So one could discontinue hormone use and have most male traits still visible, but with muscle & fat redistribution returning to feminization, softness returns. Some transmen have taken breaks from hormones either to save money, try for pregnancy or other reasons.
Wow, thanks for writing that whole paragraph for my question 😏. Testosterone is a majestical thing that does wonders 😌.
Both testosterone & estrogen are fascinating hormones that have specific effects. I hesitate the celebration of one over the other-- everything has its time & place, and us humans get to experience all kinds of internal chemistry all day everyday!
Haha yeah I get it. I wasn't trying to make one superior to the other if it fame across that way. Indeed both are very wonderful, but what I was trying to say is that for transgender people (specifically ftm) it does wonderful things and basically saves us from all those insecurities and stuff like that. Estrogen doesn't suck in any way!
I'm just happy you can be you. :o)
I'm thankful for you!
Great video. I always love them. Here's a question, if society did not mistreat people who were looked queer and/or were gay and they were treated just like regular folk, do you think you still would have transitioned or would that have made you question yourself more?
JayTee67 for me I looked queer by default. I was choosing my appearance based on trying to appear as I my brothers, but instead I appeared as an impersonator. Know what I mean? I wasn't trying to break stereotypes or boundaries, but I was, as I could not bear to look or accentuate femininity. I wasn't going for "the queer look" I was projecting. So regardless of the treatment from the outside world, my own insipid world was upside down cuz of dysphoria. I did transition for myself, so I could see my body & being, less to avoid societies pressures-- the relief of pressure/harassment has been a by product of being a straight white man-- may have been a totally different twist of fate of I was a transgender gay dude for sure.
ClosetTransgender Thanks for taking the time to reply.
U r so handsome!