Aydin Kennedy
Aydin Kennedy
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Aydin 5 year montage 1
Aydin 5 year montage 1
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Відео

Name Change
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Just after court today to legally change my name. Also, my partner is filming (for the first time) and she seems to enjoy zooming in and out. And finally, the intro of my partner!
My signs
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This video was inspired by the movie 28 days and my friend Dusty. These are my signs.
assimilation part 2
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Part 2, check out video #1
Trans assimilation part 1
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A culmination of thoughts that I have about the trans experience and our choice to assimilate or not, part 1 of 2...check out part 2 for more soapbox thoughts.
Wednesday talkie
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Sorry about the wind. A chat about life...the contents of my head.
80's 3
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80's 3
skye.AVI
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my personal email: aydinkennedy@gmail.com
Todd A. Kennedy 1/25/73 - 11/24/11
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In memory.
Reflection of the last year, love and forgiveness
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It's been a long time since I've made a process type of video. There is a lot of change going on for me so I thought I'd talk it out with youtube. :)
Grief
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Not much to do with being trans, just a much needed conversation that I needed to have with myself out loud. Thanks for watching.
4 year check in
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It's been 4 years since I started my transition and a year (or so) since I've uploaded. Thought I'd check in.
Sex/Gender SegregatedSpaces - where do I fit?
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A chat about fitting in - or not - in sex/gender segregated spaces and the idea of forever grief.
Some thoughts about my privilege(s)
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It's been a while...
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Checking in, brief update, and of course random thoughts.
May 23rd chat
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May 23rd chat
Privilege , Christian Radio Show, and Family
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Privilege , Christian Radio Show, and Family
How testosterone has changed me (non physical)
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How testosterone has changed me (non physical)
Feeling lonely in the challenges of transition
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Feeling lonely in the challenges of transition
I came out in my class
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I came out in my class
It's almost been 3 years...
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It's almost been 3 years...
An update to "Saying what I need to say", 2.5 years later
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An update to "Saying what I need to say", 2.5 years later
Thoughts on my gender identity and sexuality
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Thoughts on my gender identity and sexuality
Self Worth Project
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Self Worth Project
July 19th Update
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July 19th Update
Bravery, then and now.
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Bravery, then and now.
Holy rant, batman!
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Holy rant, batman!
May 17, 2010 update (2 yrs on T/post op)
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May 17, 2010 update (2 yrs on T/post op)
Video response to Kal
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Video response to Kal
2 years into medical transition and new levels of dysphoria
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2 years into medical transition and new levels of dysphoria

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @mtorrey3569
    @mtorrey3569 2 роки тому

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @vlpaige
    @vlpaige 3 роки тому

    Hope you are doing well.

    • @aydinolson-kennedy7274
      @aydinolson-kennedy7274 3 роки тому

      I haven't had a comment on one of my videos in years!! I am doing well, thank you. Hope you are also well.

  • @Jonah84848484
    @Jonah84848484 5 років тому

    at least some dissenting comments and dont delete all the haters. echo chambers only serve echos, not voices. Good luck on your journey.

  • @peaceandlove544
    @peaceandlove544 6 років тому

    Nobody is really happy with their own body even if they are trans or cys is a modern human being issue. One should not get fixated with our own body is only temporary and only the exterior we are spiritual beings having a physical, material temporary experience. Would you prefer to be a cys but handicapped man or a fully functioning trans man?

  • @dollors1
    @dollors1 6 років тому

    Miss you Aydin

  • @hoodoopriestessnymphaea8532
    @hoodoopriestessnymphaea8532 7 років тому

    I got love for you girl I really do and so many blessing are coming your way.

  • @suzannel8926
    @suzannel8926 8 років тому

    Why did you go back to having those things in your ears?

  • @francis_growmoppa1517
    @francis_growmoppa1517 9 років тому

    really needed to see this video right now, because im terrified about coming out as trans and starting hormones.

  • @Fishhunter2014
    @Fishhunter2014 11 років тому

    this is gonna sound a little of topic but....was anyone else just looking for Assimilation 2 the Star trek next gen/Dr. who crossover?

  • @soberdoggy
    @soberdoggy 11 років тому

    I have to say again, great topic, and you are very well spoken and articulate, it's a joy to watch you think about and share your feelings with us. Thanks.

  • @soberdoggy
    @soberdoggy 11 років тому

    Good topic. It can be confusing at times to think about whether I "have" to act or be a certain way to "be a man". The thing is, I think that I am a man, and always have been a boy/man from birth, and have behaved that way (I guess) no matter if I was being girly (sort of) or not. We all had some female gender socialization in varying degrees, which we cannot ignore and it can be kind of weird for lack of better word. I do sometimes think that I'm not being male enough, but I AM, because I am me

  • @charlenemonique1
    @charlenemonique1 11 років тому

    So glad to have checked out your video because you raise a very interesting topic. Thanks so much for posting.

  • @FinnTheInfinncible
    @FinnTheInfinncible 11 років тому

    I completely relate&agree. For me, its been the worst part of transition, selling myself out, being someone Im not in order to be percieved as the man I am. Im pre t, & being read as male is so important, so Im over exagerating sterotypical male behaviour & although it does help me to be read male, it also makes me feel so uncomfortable as its just not me. Im looking forward to being on T & being able to grow into my own authentic self and busting out of the box walls. Thank you for sharing this

  • @AndyMcKeever12
    @AndyMcKeever12 11 років тому

    Hey Aydin, sorry to hear about you & your partner, plus having to move! Lots of changes for you. I think "being above places," like you are in this vid, is similar to me needing more space to think. A good place to get room to sort it all out. / Sounds like the other person in your life makes for some confusing, but wonderful thoughts. Hope you can figure out what you need, get some peace from it, and find your way. Take care!

  • @Seaflyier
    @Seaflyier 11 років тому

    Just have to say that you did bring up that why I'm so hesitant to start transition from female to male.

  • @barbarafoy6757
    @barbarafoy6757 11 років тому

    Aydin!!! Thank you so much!! Glad your family took lots of pictures, we did something similar at my 47 yo b-i-l, Dwight's celebration of his life!! It is hard to believe it will be three years already this Christmas eve!!! Great memories of him I can see that in the video!! much love Barb

  • @SHeroK2
    @SHeroK2 12 років тому

    Happy belated birthday :)!

  • @XYinside
    @XYinside 12 років тому

    Your story continues to amaze me. You live with such honour, passion, and dignity. Thanks for sharing. You're so brave to be so to allow yourself to be so vulnerable and open. Glad your doing alright.

  • @84source
    @84source 12 років тому

    sooooooo good to see your face. Happy Birthday. Thinking of you mate.

  • @wildtangledwaves
    @wildtangledwaves 12 років тому

    What an unexpected amazing experience following your brother's passing! Also, forgiveness is quite an accomplishment.

  • @milagro75
    @milagro75 12 років тому

    Happy Birthday, and thanks for checking in. Take care.

  • @SandraJP13
    @SandraJP13 12 років тому

    I always learn so much from watching your videos/your journey. I am honored that you've shared so much. Thank you Aydin.

  • @tobyr3
    @tobyr3 12 років тому

    Happy birthday. Thanks for sharing your fine insights and may your journey continue to be as rich.

  • @LewTransFormMe
    @LewTransFormMe 12 років тому

    hey buddy, has been a long time...you've changed alot since ur last vid...u look really good. You also seem really relaxed and focused if that makes sense.

  • @cameraboi1229
    @cameraboi1229 12 років тому

    As always you amaze me. I am sorry to hear about your brother. My wife and I recently discussed the challenges of handling the death of a parent and or relatives who are not accepting. The estrangement was hard enough. Thank you for your advice and honesty. I hope that as time goes on you continue to heal and find some peace. I hope you are also able to forge a relationship with your niece that you have missed as well.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    I think it's good that you had this experience of being "forced" by your emotional state to speak up. I know it's a change from your normal, controlled, pre-meditated activism, but in a way, I think this is a more vulnerable, more honest form. It was a different message that you sent, but it was an important one, a good one, a reminder that people need to be respectful when discussing things in a group setting. I'm disappointed in the few that had juvenile reactions, though. Grow up.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    It was so touching that you decided to put off doing something that could possibly benefit you and your dysphoria out of concern for the financial well-being of your family. I hope and pray that there's some miracle in the future (all-inclusive health coverage?? or lottery...) that enables you to pursue all available avenues for making your body match your mind.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    I don't think you'll ever completely get over the grief of everything that you've lost as a result of who you are. But I think it's part of who you are, and I think it makes you a deeper, more compassionate person.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    There is so much maturity and growth in this video! I hope it's not condescending to say that I'm really proud of you. I think the world would be a better place if more people had this kind of commitment to self-growth.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    One of the things I love about watching your videos is how you implicitly challenge your viewers to reflect on deep issues like gender identity and fluidity in self-identification. I think it's so easy to become complacent about how we view the world, and there's danger in that. When we stop thinking and learning, we stop growing; we die. It's so important to continually engage in these types of reflections or discussions.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    I remain in awe of you and your willingness to expose yourself for the benefit of others. Excellent picture.

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    I really liked your reflection on "home," and how sometimes it is necessary to go away but it's okay to come back. I am personally dealing with the idea of going back "home" after being away for a long time, and really becoming a different person. I appreciated hearing someone else's thoughts on this. Now, I'm going to watch the rest of the videos you've posted in the past year and see how that worked out for you. :)

  • @rhnealis
    @rhnealis 12 років тому

    Hello friend. I disappeared for awhile but I'm looking forward to getting caught up with what has happened in your life over the past two years. Thank you for sharing this deeply personal message with everyone. I continue to be amazed with the level of transparency that you are willing to offer the world. I'm so sorry for your loss, and I hope that as you continue to grieve, you are able to come to a place of peace about this.

  • @amoooch
    @amoooch 12 років тому

    sending peaceful and comforting vibes your way. thank you for sharing

  • @rriffraff
    @rriffraff 12 років тому

    Excellent video. My condolences about your brother.

  • @dancewomyn1
    @dancewomyn1 12 років тому

    Thanks so much...So easy to forget this when we stubbornly hold on to our perception of truth. I too experienced this with my mother, and luckily came to a place where I was able to relinquish animosity, and pain to finally express what I really needed which was love and understanding just before she went. I am grateful. All the best to you Aydin.

  • @thegreatwhaley
    @thegreatwhaley 12 років тому

    Sending lots of love and positive energy your way.

  • @montyollie
    @montyollie 12 років тому

    ((hugs))

  • @SHeroK2
    @SHeroK2 12 років тому

    Good to see you're "still there" and that you're good!

  • @rhysnyc
    @rhysnyc 12 років тому

    Aydin, so crazy to see this video. I started watching your videos when I very first realized I was trans, and before I even came out to myself. It's crazy that you're at the four year mark - it's crazy that I was just realizing myself then. I'm writing this because I just started T yesterday. Here's to becoming the best versions of ourselves we can be. -Rhys

  • @hlshot1713
    @hlshot1713 12 років тому

    Thanks for the update. Sorry to hear about your brother. I can also relate to the bi-polar II diagnosis as I have been diagnosed with that as well. Been on many different medications too but when you find the "right" one(s) things start to improve. Anyway...good luck and keep us posted.

  • @Smashed2k
    @Smashed2k 12 років тому

    Rock on boyfriend . Happy to hear from you. And happy your good where you are. Ive been looking FWD to your update. Im so very proud of you

  • @knarigirl
    @knarigirl 12 років тому

    Very nice to hear from you. I'm very intrigued with the work you doing. If you ever publish, please let us know. I'd love to read your work. Much love, Angela

  • @InYourFaceNewYorker
    @InYourFaceNewYorker 12 років тому

    Jeeze, that's terrible about your brother! At least you get to see your niece now. Terrible that that's the only reason why you can see her. How did your brother die, if you don't mind me asking? And your chest looks really good! BTW it's been several months, not a year, since your last upload.

  • @timestop2100
    @timestop2100 12 років тому

    Nice to see you again!!! You look great!!!

  • @hydenryke
    @hydenryke 12 років тому

    Good to see you back doing a video! I have followed you since you started making transition videos :) You were one of my 'originals'! You look great and so does your chest! Sorry to hear about your brother's passing.....Hopefully it won't be a year until we see you again! -Hayden

  • @LeeHereAbsent
    @LeeHereAbsent 12 років тому

    You're both beautiful.

  • @SepherStar
    @SepherStar 13 років тому

    I'm going to be honest here. I think a lot of you dwell on gender more than the average person. I think most people really don't even stop to think about their gender all that often, as most don't have any conflicts with it. I would not worry about fitting into groups you don't feel you will ever fit into because there are always groups you do fit into. Be a person first, have a gender second.

  • @Dylaganally
    @Dylaganally 13 років тому

    (cont) It is as if my male identity (combined with hormones, as it wasn’t an issue prior to that) negates my ability to engage critically with gender. Conversations about the oppression of gender are marked as a female only space that I’m not longer invited to despite still possessing the history of identifying as, or being perceived as female, for the majority of my life.

  • @Dylaganally
    @Dylaganally 13 років тому

    Your talk about not being welcome in female only spaces despite still possessing the same life history that you did at the time when you were welcome in those spaces resonates with me. While thus far I don’t really desire specific female only spaces, I feel this often in conversation and social situations. When I engage in conversation about gender, feminism and/or its intersections with sexuality, I often feel invalidated or judged for speaking.