Hermeticvs I really hope he reaches out to you. And I’m glad you have someone by your side. Sometimes it’s pride that makes them who they are. And they see no wrongdoing in the actions they have towards someone.
Stephanie God loves you more than anyone in this world! You seem like a loving, caring, wonderful person. No one has the right to put their hands on you NO-ONE! People are so rude and don’t care of the lives of other humans. Sick bastards!
Amen on that!!Just having someone to listen,care,show a little compassion,to make someone feel they are important can make the big difference in someone's life. It could save a life of someone thinking about suicide at the moment and someine like Mark and what he is doing listening it save their life
@@thematriarchy2075 amen on that and the other guy saying a shower. It's easy for people to say things like that yet they have never been down and out.
WHY are these parents so MEAN!??? They weren’t on drugs or drinking, the mom was selling Avon , the dad was working at an amusement park... why lock your kid up for 5 years???? I don’t get it I’m sorry. Pure torture . This country has pure evil in it.
@Jason Okafor Pity or sympathy... what would that get him - a basic need for human connection. Drug addicts do tend to lie but they lie as a means to get drugs. That doesn't make sense here. A human being telling their harrowing story in this context will expect some sort of sympathy from another human being, it's human nature. Why are you viewing that negatively?
This is the saddest interview I've seen. This person is in despair. It's terrifying to feel alone in the world. I hope you find someone safe to talk to.
I know not everyone is the same but I was homeless w 4 kids an addict everyday they went to school I went to every place in my town asking if I can do anything for work (besides sex) sometimes I made $20 a day sometimes $100 I saved up every penny (I made sure none went to my addiction) until I found a cheap place to rent n one day one of those business I cleaned for called n offered me a full time job w benefits!!!! Today I’m still poor As hell but my kids hav an ok home, clean clothes n a belly full!!!! Sometimes u jus got to say to hell w ppl, government assistance n to hell with thinking why can’t they help me, y can’t someone jus help me and say this is my life it’s up to me n me alone to do something to make it better!!! Yes I’m depressed I can’t afford buy what I want, I can’t afford buy my kids what they want I’m a recovering addict (clean 10yrs) but I can say I helped myself n my kids needs r met that most important to me!!!! One day I know my life will get even better!!!!!
I am so happy and proud of you!! You have come a long way and are a wonderful and loving mother to your precious children. May you continue to be blessed on your life journey. And always remember that you ARE doing better and WILL reach your goal because you CAN do it! I'm rooting for you! I wish there was a way I could check up on you and help!
God... this world is not made for very sensitive souls if you let them they will mash your dreams and eat your heart, I’m so sorry you got to go through so much shame and rejection... ☹️
@@casiblanca209 Its probably not that way with all of them unless their on the streets, If they can hold a job pay bills ect. might not be much difference between them and everyone else.
ItsThe EconomicModel in your city there are plenty of human being like her. Take 5 minutes to ask how is their day , bring them a snack and a bottle of water and be kind . I’ve gotten so many meaningful conversation with people who are in the deepest difficulties just by asking how was their day before giving them my 2$. You can volunteer , there are so many things you can do. I work with them and they have so much to say and they remember the people who were nice to them. Maybe you cannot help her but you can bring a little bit of comfort in the life of someone like her. You have good intentions , please act on them 💜
I would love to be your friend Honey. You’re Beauty Full. Inside and Out. How can I help this young woman specifically? Mark, I love your work! Please advise me to help Stephanie
In SERE training for the military it is a well known fact that Psychological pain hurts more than Physical pain. During torture the brain might shut off physical receptors but the brain goes in a Psychological rollercoaster.
Yes , very worrying . I would like to send some clothes , dresses . She looks uncomfortable , sunscreen , deodorant . I’m afraid that’s all I can think of that I could do to help.
Mark would you be open to accepting care packages to give to some of your interviewees? I understand you do a lot but maybe some viewers who are able can offer some items of comfort to these people. AML films puts a PO Box to mail to in his description, I sent a package last Thursday and I’d like to send another to your area
This is such a thoughtful and loving idea. I hope everyone likes this comment so it can show at the top so Mark can contemplate this. I feel anything we send to Stephanie, even a letter of support and encouragement, would brighten her spirits so.
That is so nice of you. When you're born a boy but feel like a girl it must be really hard. I was hoping he was going to ask her are you okay , what can I do for you? Just what Stephanie needed. I hope she's able to get a shower and feel better from the inside out. Parents need to love their kids unconditionally, of course demand respect from your children but also respect your children's feelings and wishes. He is still their child and they failed him miserably, the world is a scary place and even scarier when you're living on the streets. I hope you get your operation and can feel better about yourself. I hope you find love happiness and kindness and have a wonderful future❤
Yeah people are seriously hateful, ignorant and bigoted. Its like nobody ever told them if you dont have anything nice to say dont say anything at all. You dont have the say something just cuz your little brain gets the urge 🤷♀️
I grew up female and I dressed male all elementary school into early high school I also was constantly called he man and she man. Please don’t take it personally Stephanie Screw them
Sounds like there was definite abuse in that household. Locked in your room for FIVE years? No electronics or tv just a bookshelf? Made to eat dinner for breakfast and then breakfast? Friends not allowed in? & not accepting or providing of supporting resources for body dysmorphia issues? That’s awful.
Yes it is likely that the family was extremely dysfunctional. The parents probably were in an abusive relationship in all likelihood. The parents were probably abused themselves as children.
Or maybe her parents were good parents providing structure, boundaries and rules and she didn't want to follow them? There's always 2 sides to a story. Goodness... I've heard my 16 year old son talk about my parenting like he has it bad when HE has a bad attitude. I don't always believe all these stories.
Sad that everyone just assumes she is lying about that. Why would she lie about that? She could have made up worse abuse, there is no reason she would lie about such mundane things.
@@jenniferloftus2363 people lie to avoid taking blame for things they did. And especially bratty kids who don't want to listen to their parents. Not everyone on these interviews were abused. Some come from good families and they turned out bad.
Wow! What you listed as abuse for him as a child was a lot of middle America norm. There is something greater going on inside of him. Hate to say it but he needs a kick in the butt.
I wish we could have a shower center. Upstairs for women and children and downstairs for men. And at least 5 private showers. Fully staffed with security and sanitation crew. 15 minute timers automatic shut off and vegan castle soap dispensers for hair and body. Must sign liability wavers before entering. Can be refused or banned for any illegal activity
@@JohnDoe-gc1kt ikr, he doesn't try very hard at being a chick. He talks like a man, acts more masculine than feminine. He's not very convincing as a queen. I mean some trans people (male to female) that look very convincing and good too.
@Page Jaycell u got to be kidding! Come to my city and I will show you some very convincing queens! Talk like females, act like females, in fact I've seen some that look better as transwomen than men. Hell, some look better than some born female. Come on, he clearly looks like a man, talks like a man...well she is a man. Some men can pull it off and many look better as women but this one? A 3 yr old can tell that's a dude, and you say she looks better than most? Well, you must be very young without much life experience or you haven't seen, known or met many transgender people. 🤔🙄
She’s in a lot of pain and I’m so sorry. I’m transgender too and I understand what it’s like. I’m so sorry life has treated you this way. You deserve better.
Something is so off here. I lived in Cali for 6 years. It’s like it’s a hotbed for dysfunctional, broken people. All these interviews are in Cali. I saw more horrific things living in California 6 years than I’ve seen in my entire life.
If you notice they are always from somewhere else. I was born in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am a senior. I always remember people coming here thinking this is the place for a new start with no plan. You could get away with it in the 50s, 60s and 70s. After that you better have a education and a plan.
@@queenzentertainmentinc.6338 Milwaukee's pretty bad too. It's sad as hell that most bigger cities have that horrific underbelly, and most people who live in that city know where that is, which is even sadder. I don't know if it'll ever change, but damn I hope something changes for the better because it's only getting worse.
Tegmcg88 lmao no normal woman is built like a football defensive end with the hands of frozen turkeys and the Adams apple the size of Andre the Giants left testicle. The dude has a deeper voice than me. Get outta here and go put on your tampon somewhere else you blabbering vagina.
Ibrahim Huerta I’ve heard a lot of chauvinistic things before but never “blabbering vagina”. You’ve got yourself all bent out of shape over a comment on UA-cam that you don’t agree with...pretty sure that makes you the blabbering vagina but okay.
California's a big place; Los Angeles county alone is massive;; the people that want to assist this dude, can make that happen; even with just their friendship..
I am doing better my mailing address is 100 Diamond st, San Francisco California 94109 My phone# is (415)933-1805 I made an effort to stop prostitution I've gotten on harmone replacement therapy I'm in a shelter (Next door Shelter, 1001 Polk St, San Francisco CA, 94109, 2nd Fl. Bed #204. I do not get mail at this address.
She thinks she’s weak but she’s not she’s strong! She’s being who she wants to be no matter what anyone thinks and you’re still here.... you’re still here
when i look at her, i see a scared little girl who never got to feel appreciated. this woman has been through SO much and she still has love and kindness in her heart. i hope she gets the life she deserves
I find myself watching all of his videos every night when I put my kids to bed. I just came across this channel about 3 weeks ago so I'm a fairly new subscriber. This is probably the realest but saddest channel I've ever seen. I thank Mark, & I hope he reads these comments, thank u so much for giving these people a chance to tell their story. Most of them don't feel important enough let alone to think u care about they're story, but u do Mark, we do. & I thank u for that. As sad & disturbing some of these interviews are, they need to talk & we need to listen. Most people that don't live we're they live have no idea how bad it can really be, & we're living in America. Mostly it starts by the way they were raised or brought up at home. Those horror stories stay with them & they start to believe that this is all they r good for. Not worth anything better. Very, very sad. Then they numb themselves with drugs just to stop feeling that pain for a little while then its all downhill from there, they're now addicted to the drug. It takes over every being in your body, very scary! I really hope even if one of these interviews help one person to not get on this distucting path it would be worth it. MARK, I give u so much credit & respect for showing these people & letting them tell they're own story no matter how hard it is to hear. I know u try & help them in any way u can. GOD bless u Mark, truly. Im not poor but I'm getting by ok but if I ever can help I will make sure to send u money or if there's other things that would be helpful i would love to. I think I go to ur website. Thank u for making this channel & letting these people just let it all out, they need to. With no judgment. I wish i could help everyone but I know that's not possible. Atleast 1 person at a time & I know Mark has been doing above & beyond of what he should & can. God Bless him. & to all of u struggling, hopefully one of these interviews will change ur outlook on certain things & realize this is NO way to end up. Please everyone, there is hope, things will get better. I pray for everyone. God bless Mark & all of u with these tragic stories. Its not your fault! U weren't talk anything better but that doesn't mean u can't be better or aren't worth better, I promise u that. Keep ur head up, be strong, im praying for all of u 💕😥💕
Thank u so much Hauna, I truly appreciate it! I'm sorry a lot of what I wrote was misspelled or not written correctly lol, I was typing fast & sometimes the auto spell corrector just writes what it wants so sorry about that. Again, thank u so much Hauna for ur reply 💓 & thank u for everyone who liked the comment. God bless u all 💜
Inner strength she is clearly stronger then you would be in this situation. You clearly the weaker individual would not have mad it thus far. Unfortunately. . . Sweet Jesus thank god for the strong people he gave us like Stephen! And thank goodness he is looking over you! Shit im worried about you now too negative Nancy. . Too many people fall in that dark place only to fall into a darker place. . . 6 feet under the ground. Sweet Jesus thank GOD for inner strength and beauty. 🤗💁🏾💛 so sad all were not blessed in that way. 🤷🏾
I hope she is okay. This was one of the most heartbreaking interviews I have ever seen! I really hope our LGBTQ community out in SF sees this and rallies around Stephanie! SHE NEEDS OUR LOVE AND SUPPORT! Please do a follow up with her! There are a lot of very concerned people here who want to make sure she is okay and has the resources she needs!
That’s how I feel I always see people’s comments saying his remarks are creepy but honestly I really love that he compliments them! Especially with her if nobody has ever been genuinely nice then that could mean a lot.🙌🏽
“Then the righteous said ‘‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ “The King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.”
"People will steal your blanket to keep from freezing." These videos just highlight an aspect of our country that isn't being talked about nearly enough. Who cares about who will be the figurehead of a state you barely interact with. What is anyone doing to remedying this unending nightmare?
It's the entire system and the culture it has produced. Predatory corporatism is hoarding capital and oppressing the commons. We need to break it down to the very root of the issue which is how we decide to produce and distribute goods and services. When a society bases it's entire system around a For Profit model of production and distribution.... The entire society suffers and eventually crumbles. We've seen it over an over throughout human history. We had serfs, slaves and now employees It's the same game. The majority produces the goods and services and the predatory ruling elite keep the profit. Healthcare, education, housing and food should be human rights. There's more vacant homes and buildings than there are homeless human beings. Corporate crony capitalism is rotting humanity. A resource based economic model not based in profits...but on science, resources, human need and ingenuity is possible. Technology makes it possible. But first we need to recognize the source of all the problems. A revolution of consciousness so to speak. The figureheads are just puppets for the ruling masters of capital.
@Jason Okafor No not communism.... I know all the *Ism's* are overwhelming....but that's not at all what I'm referring to. Using scientific methods and technology....to benefit the entire society isn't a pipe dream... It's already happening through automation. Economic models are not set in stone. They shift and evolve frequently throughout human evolution. Think bigger.
You can literally feel the pain she’s feeling when she talks. So much heartbreak. I hope she gets some help. The world can be such a cruel place, and these videos are so eye opening. I come from a small place, and so I feel so sheltered when it comes to pain and cruelty of the world. I get so caught up in these people’s lives, and there stories. How one person can go through so much and keep on keeping on is beyond me. Your videos and photography is breathtaking Mark! Keep it up, I wish I could do more to help
“That’s it?”....Wow, you really provide a space for normalcy in their difficult lives Mark. I always thought that and her response at the end confirmed it for me. Even if the interview is only 20 mins...you provide a safe place and real conversation (something I’m sure they’re not used to out on the streets) during that time and you provide an opportunity for them to feel human again. A safe haven for a few mins. It’s a beautiful thing and I love what you do for all of these people.🙏🏽❤️
Rchl Swtzr You should change your negative mindset. It’s pretty repulsive. Just because someone hasn’t been homeless before doesn’t mean they can’t express their empathy towards this channel or the interviewee. You should delete your comment😉
Zoe Oneal Thank you for your comment.❤️ I don’t understand why Rchl Swtzr wrote what she did and what it has to do with my particular comment. Kind of weird and irrelevant I thought.🤷🏻♀️ Glad I’m not alone in my opinion though. Thanks again.
DP Yeah people will always find a way to try & put someone down. You would think their “experience” with homelessness would lighten their soul to those who want to listen to them, this chick clearly just turned rotten. What a waste. Thank you for opening up in your comment, it was beautifully said. This channel provides a platform to those who need to be heard, they are the forgotten children of broken families. I feel like after they’ve spoken to Mark, a weight has been lifted off their shoulders. I pray that Mark doesn’t stop doing this, I see a lot of peoples comments bashing him & I hope it doesn’t discourage him. I hope he sees your comment & it pushes him to keep doing this!💓💓
Rchl Swtzr You’re the type of person to have someone tell you they’re depressed & you’d be like... “oh really? I bet you’ve never tried to kill you self before” like just stfu, you’re a negative Nancy, might I say... a KAREN!!!
@@edwill1595 I've never understood why men (usually) feel the need to correct the pronoun when referring to a transgender. She is clearly dressed and living as a woman. Does it make you feel insecure? I truly don't get the correction.
This completely hurt me inside! This interview was so honest, expressive & deep - it was heart wrenching to hear how one human has been treated by others!!! She just wants a happy and meaningful life!!! The way she is hunched over - shows the hurt, shame and insecurities she carries. She doesn’t want this life.. What a vulnerable soul, stuck around some horrific human beings... Stephanie, I hope you manage to reach the happiness and love you deserve!! X
“I don’t have the dreams I had a long time ago”. That’s heartbreaking. Through my darkest times, all I had to look forward to were my dreams. I’m so saddened by that statement. Is there an update on Stephanie? I would love to know how she’s doing
Being an empath i can't find the words to describe your pain. I had to pause the video and cry with you. Stephanie you are beautiful and have so much value a worth. You are so strong!!! I'm sending you all my love, joy, and positivity💖
This is in the top three most devastating videos on this channel. I have watched a lot and never felt so bad for someone. I wanted to give her a hug so badly. Such a sensitive person. The definition of vulnerable.
@@njprime4632 misgendering her wont stop her from knowing her truth. Transphobic remarks dont help anyone. Youre more broken than her by what you are saying. I am trans. I am proud. Hating and refusing to acknwoledge us doesnt make you special. Just ignorant and heartless.
She needs another trans woman to help her out. To show her to hold her head up to not feel ashamed who she is. To help her find help in getting hormones and surgery if that’s what she chooses.To let her know she isn’t alone. Show her how to be strong. I feel this is years of childhood abuse manifesting itself and it’s coming out into this! Somebody that knows this person be kind to her .Show some damn compassion she is a human being for Gods sake rather her lifestyle is different than yours. Shame on people that have done this to this person.
This story is very sad :( I would NEVER disown my own child for this problem that they did not ask for. We do not totally understand, because we have not been in this persons shoes. As a woman, I can say , I can not understand how you dis own , your own child, that you carried for 9 months and gave birth to. That breaks my heart. To me, as a mother, I may not understand, but I would except and love my child, what ever problem it had no control of. If your child don't have your love and support, it has to hurt them so deeply, it destroys many lives as we have seen with many of the people Mark interviews. I think alot of the cruelty that goes on in this world is many people have failed at parenting. They did not teach their children about kindness and respect for others. When I was a child my Mom would always tell me to never stare at people who looked different and if I had any questions she would answer me when we got home. We lived in a city of two million people And we would see many times baby's and children with very big heads from water on the brain. I was very young, and my Mom taught me how to respect all . Today, people think they have the RIGHT, to attack you for what ever reason they feel is not suiting them, SMH. Back in the day , we were told if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing. I think our country and our people need to start teaching these things again today. This world has many angry people . I think Stephanie, needs to stop prostituting's because there is a much greater chance of getting hurt or killed out there. This is much more common then ever before. I would hope there are community's where people with this problem, gather, live and support each other to make this life more tolerable. We just had a transgender killed a few weeks back I think its horrible :( I have seen murders in the paper of these people for 35 years. I honestly am sick of hearing about people being murdered. I hope Stephanie, finds peace. I just can not imagine, my parents disowning me, How very hurtful and crippling that is.
It’s so sad. I have a 9 month old. I don’t care if he identifies as a woman, is gay, is a trans lesbian, wants to date someone of a difference race anything! People come in so many different types all that matters is the persons heart. I’d much rather have a trans daughter than a dead daughter/son.
God bless you Cathy. You have an amazing heart. If only more people had your perspective the world might be a better place. I agree with everything you said. I would never disown my child. Even if I didn’t agree with them. I’d love and support them no matter what. That’s what a child needs.
@Jason Okafor You are trolling with pro-male, anti-female, anti-gay, anti-trans comments under nearly every positive comment coming from a place of love. Your last name and attitude leads me to believe you grew up in an ethnic, Old Testament, male domination Christian community that follows the rules of the Sanhedrin more than Jesus. I'm not going to preach to you as I'm sure you have a mask of false righteousness protecting you that allows you to spew hate since you believe you are right and God is right so what you say is equal to what God says when he has likely never spoken to you in dreams or prophecy, nor has your heart been clean enough of hatred to hear anything but your own thoughts. The best thing to do for a child is not having a father present-- fathers can rape their children, beat them and their mothers, have horrible addictions that starve their kids-- but you already know deep down your generalization is too general to be right. You know there are reasons, but you also know the false authority you have created for yourself wrongfully in God's name will crumble if you start understanding others and their situations, loving others, and leading them to the joy of existing and helping one another. I pray that one day you drop the toxic machismo you use to protect your ego that you have built with spiritual power that comes from darkness and not light. This person in the video believes and knows the self as a woman, as a she-- and likely always has. Pronouns are not religious. Man made those, not God or any sort of spiritual authority. Having an identity at odds with your culture-- Texas!!, family, religion, and looks is a road that I, nor someone as meek as Stephanie, would NEVER choose to walk. Life can suck irrespective of your choices-- Job knew all about that. I hope He speaks to you before you marry and have children, and if you have those already, I hope He shows you the path to righteousness away from self-righteousness.
There's a beautiful vulnerability in Stephanie that's incredibly reflective of her femininity. And I so appreciated the tender compassionate tone of Mark's voice when he's trying to gently draw Stephanie out of her shell. Wonderful interview as always.
This is heartbreaking. The USA needs better social services and resources that protect their people. This person is so beaten down. She is crying out for help and no one is there to hear her, treat her, give her hope. She’s just one out of so so many that just need some kindness and guidance. I hope she can find her way to some help.
Lauren Edmunds I’ve been very lucky that my parents had the opportunity to leave the US and raise me in Canada. I know the privilege I have living in my country. Not to say that we don’t have our own systemic struggles as Canadians, but our universal healthcare and resources for mental health and addictions are available for those who need them no matter what “class” you fall into. They’re not perfect and sometimes you have to be patient, but there are some really wonderful resources there for people in crisis and DV situations, as well as mental health and addictions. Even just the opportunity to receive free counselling, can help heal. I’ve used these services before and I’m better for it.
Britt Easley, I agree with your statement. Here in the US, if you don't have health insurance, you are screwed. The social service system is also a mess, because the pay is so low for these workers, and the case load is so huge. It winds up becoming a conveyor belt of "cases", rather than people. And children in the system have it the worst. They are used as paychecks for many unscrupulous people who are "fosters"....which is such a travesty.
Mark, your words are so kind and supportive. These people sometimes have no kindness and you give them that. An ear to listen and a few kind words. You’re a good person Mark Laita.
I could be wrong, but I think Stephanie had allot of misconceptions on living a trans life in California. She kept saving, “they won’t give me surgery”. But without a home, health insurance, etc... I don’t know how she thought transitioning would be possible.
These comments are horrendous! The only reason Stephanie mentioned surgery is because she was asked about if she was transitioning and what dreams she had. When she said “they won’t give me surgeries” I took that to mean that she knows damn well, just like anyone else that it doesn’t come free. That’s what she meant by they won’t give it to me living on the street. She never said she expected to come out to San Francisco and it would just rain surgeries, perhaps it was more that she thought she’d be accepted in a city that has been a progressive homosexual mecca here in the U.S. did you even listen to the story? She wanted to get the fuck out of TX. She was doing well with a man who then kicked her out and now she’s on the street. The way you guys are responding is the very reason people end up depressed, in low places, with or without a home.
@@Imrightyourewrong1 NO she cannot be a man . That would be absurd. There is obviously more to a female than the womb. I just used the womb as one example.
This nutter just says, about a guy who let’s her sleep in his car so she doesn’t freeze or get murdered in her sleep, ‘he’s real Jewish with his money,’ without a hint of irony. Some people weaponize pity…She’s a hard person to feel empathy for.
Poor baby. She's had a hard life and my heart hurts for her so much, Thinking and sending her positive energy right now and wishing the universe can give her a new positive direction♡
Watching these videos, I'm always struck with just how little we humans have progressed when it comes to taking care of each other. "We stoop so low, to reach so high..."
Thank you for giving these trans women a platform to speak on. Her pain reminds me of when I came out as trans in high school. I was lucky to have parents who eventually accepted my transition. I wish I could be her friend. I hope nothing but the best for you, Stephanie! Your personality is so beautiful and inspiring for me.
This was a hard watch. People do need to be kinder we definitely don’t know what others go through. Can you imagine the daily struggle she goes through😔 Stephanie 💕
This guy speaks the truth regarding homophobia fears and slurs from the public that LGBT members experience. I did a research paper in college on the LGBT community, and they struggle with depression, anxiety, cut off from family, and rejected by their religious faith. Many have committed suicide due to poor support and ridicule by people in their community. Doing this assignment was an eye opener for me to understand and place myself in their shoes. It's heartbreaking. Unfortunately, like me coming from a religious conservative background that totally opposes LGBT lifestyle, I feel guilty for going along with what I was taught. Also, of importance, many lesbians and gays come from religious conservative backgrounds, and knew beforehand prior to coming out, that they would be shunned by those in their religious sect. They grapple with harmonizing their sexual preference with religious identity. Most LGBT members suffer from Spiritual Cognitve Dissonance (SCD), which is engaging in a lifestyle that their religious faith opposes. SCD can and has caused mental health disorders among LGBT members based on research studies. As a result of SCD,many have abandoned their religious beliefs and become atheists to avoid the emotional distress from spiritual cognitive dissonance.
@@dontbelongherefromanother Thank the lord for ppl like you that go out of their way to understand and have compassion for others. I appreciate that in you
@@dontbelongherefromanother indeed my partner is trans and thinks she looks too much like a man to wear female clothes like she used to. She gained weight on estrogen and is really insecure. All the ppl on here making fun of stephanie for being trans is guttwrenching
Mark, thank you, for making these videos . I pray Stephanie,s life gets better and gets her surgerys . I wish her the very best . Jeanette from Seattle Washington
As a trans woman, this is so hard for me to watch. I am in tears bc i can feel the hurt and pain in her voice. I always dream of being rich and helping my lost brothers and sisters. I know this woman wants help altho she doesnt know where to go.
the sexual revolution has destroyed the primary of shelter of the human being the family and replaced with sexual and moral chaos like recurrent infidalities children of transgender and gay father families of three parents and mothers a grand mother who carries the sperm of her son to give birth to her grand child single women it is total fragmentation of nucleus of society in stead of controlling desire some people like zoo philia others call for necrophilia and finally pedophilia pleasing the western tourists do not forget prostitutes who suffer from brutal psych oppression do to the violence which end with rape of their bodies they end their lives
Poor girl. This is one of the saddest one’s I’ve seen. She just sounds so sad. I’m so sorry. Keep ya head up girl, stay strong. These videos are so addicting!!!
I always find myself coming back to this channel , something very grounding about seeing others struggles . I really hope that these people find their self worth and real happiness . Everyone is different and were all just trying to live , if you're not hurting anyone or a real threat to society why can't you be treated equally ? The world is not meant for us all to be the same .. I believe in you Stephanie that you can achieve your dreams .
One of the most touching soliloquys I've ever seen. And yet none of us viewers will ever help this person. These videos are sometimes extremely deep, but they are for the most part just a means to satisfy our vile vouyerism.
speak for yourself. dont project your vile voyuerism on the rest of us. theres loads of people in the comment section of this video and other videos who are willing and ready to help. you arent the one producing these videos, you arent the one out on the street talking to these people and traveling to these people. you're in no position to say what "the means" is. i think all of these people benefit from being heard. and ive also seen them benefitting from recieving all the love that they do in the comments section. knowing you're not alone is huge. you need to broaden your perspectives. truly. the person above me makes very valid and relatable points as well.
After watching this today, I looked up some shelters in my area to inquire about donating. I also saw a homeless woman and bought her dinner. So these stories do help. We may not be able to help Stephanie but we can do more in our own communities.
I can’t help this specific individual but I’ve been helping a homeless family continuously for 2 years now. That’s included motels, stays at my own townhouse, whatever I am able to do as housing costs are astronomical where I live and shelter spots are unavailable since Covid too. I have my own 3 kids, my husband, and a bunch of health conditions myself, but we ourselves have been close to the bone a few times. This is one example but I have many, and the great takeaway is my kids really seeing that homelessness doesn’t equal “lazy” and help doesn’t mean “watch this video and empathize”.
I wish I could give her a hug 💕 sending you warmth Stephanie. You’re strong, remember we aren’t given battles we’re not tough enough to endure. You’re a warrior and you can get through this.
I learned a while ago that nobody is going to take care of you but you. If I didn't work to pay for my apt I'd be homeless. I don't have any friends either so I got a cat. Nobody can take anything away from me because they didn't give it to me. This person is crying because they can't get a man. That should be the last thing they're worried about.
Well I mean.. I understand completely where your coming from. But from my own experiences, it looks like she just wants to be loved(someone to care for them) and thinks that a bf will solve it. Everyone is different in these situations sadly, and I feel like she got the worst part of it. I've been homeless before and I can say it's not easy at all, especially when you rely on certain stuff to get you past the whole issue.
@@NaturallyNata Look, some people are simply not guided properly or given the necessary life skills. I do feel this person is not completely sincere, however..
My heart breaks for her. I just wanna give her a big hug and tell her it’s gonna be ok and that she’s beautiful. I wish i could send her a care package to make her feel loved.
I am doing better i got myself into Next door shelter 1001 Polk Street second fl. bed #204 San Francisco California 94114 (this is not a mailing address) I got myself a phone (415)933-1805 I've been successfully on Harmone replacement theraphy My mailing is: 100 Diamond st san Francisco CA 94114
@Brunette Beauty Do you feel clever for making that comment? She was born a man, but identify as woman. Not a big deal, get over it. It doesn't affect you or your life and it's not your business.
Brunette Beauty why would you go out of your way to say something ignorant and bigoted like that? You need to educate yourself on gender identity because your ignorance is laughable.
The Sanfrancisco homeless problem is chronic, for such a liberal city they have done very poorly with helping people. I wonder if there are any LGBT organisations that could help her specifically.
I found this incredibly heartbreaking. This person has a gentle soul and deserves so much better. Wherever you are Stephanie I hope you’re warm, your belly is full and that you feel loved. I wish I could give you a nice warm shower and a hug.
Imagine clicking on this video and seeing your kid that you threw out into the streets on here.. love your children man. No matter what.
Or don't have kids!!!
www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/preventing-suicide/facts-about-suicide/
I feel so bad for this human being. Who could punish a child to the point of this homelesness?
Amen! Thank God my folks never stopped loving me. I got clean from heroin with their love and support
Hermeticvs I really hope he reaches out to you. And I’m glad you have someone by your side. Sometimes it’s pride that makes them who they are. And they see no wrongdoing in the actions they have towards someone.
I have never seen anyone on this series, who needed a hug from someone,more than this person does.
Indeed...
Yea this one hits a little harder for some reason ugh
I was just in San Francisco I wished I would of ran into her. Her story makes me so sad.
@@monicanoriega26 him* let's be real
@@kyledowning6108 Get the fuck outta here. This person is suffering and you still wanna push your bigotry 🙄
My heart is so broken 💔 Sometimes I’m selfish and I complain about the things I don’t have. I often forget how blessed and privileged I really am.
Truth
I think most of us are at least occasionally guilty of that,
A tortured and fractured soul. I feel for this person. So much sadness and sorrow.
I wish I could be her friend! So heartbreaking just so she knows someone is supporting caring for her
Don’t judge other’s! Your not perfect. No one knows what she’s been through. It’s so sad depression is horrible!
Stephanie God loves you more than anyone in this world! You seem like a loving, caring, wonderful person. No one has the right to put their hands on you NO-ONE! People are so rude and don’t care of the lives of other humans. Sick bastards!
@@Tuty42063 I don't believe they were judging at all...they were just going off the things she was saying in the interview
@@nadersr.9824 ....her truth IS tortured and fractured
People have two fundamental things in common: They want to know they matter and They want to be heard.
Amen on that!!Just having someone to listen,care,show a little compassion,to make someone feel they are important can make the big difference in someone's life. It could save a life of someone thinking about suicide at the moment and someine like Mark and what he is doing listening it save their life
@Brunette Beauty Yes, lets see how you would be doing as a homeless transgender with depression.
And a shower
@@thematriarchy2075 amen on that and the other guy saying a shower. It's easy for people to say things like that yet they have never been down and out.
Amen 🙏
There is almost no eye contact from her in this video. She can't even look at people. You can see she has no self esteem left. How sad.
You mean HE
Transgender Woman. She
@@isabelem3836 no such thing, This is a man
Obviously that isn't a "she", its bizarre calling him a she.
@@plutoniumscrewdriver ignorant I see.
She's so depressed it hurts just to listen...
Thats what happens when family tear you down instead of building you up
this is not close to a she at all
Leia Foire He get it right
ThatGamerDude she’s probably better than you either way little boi.
@@Amy_Stanmore little boy? i am older then you
This person is marginalized almost to point of non-existence.
WHY are these parents so MEAN!??? They weren’t on drugs or drinking, the mom was selling Avon , the dad was working at an amusement park... why lock your kid up for 5 years???? I don’t get it I’m sorry. Pure torture . This country has pure evil in it.
😪
@Jason Okafor Why would he bother lying now? He's literally got nothing to gain or lose.
Jason Okafor wow what does it feel like to live your life with hate. Must be tiring. Eventually it shows on your face. Remember that....
@Jason Okafor Pity or sympathy... what would that get him - a basic need for human connection. Drug addicts do tend to lie but they lie as a means to get drugs. That doesn't make sense here. A human being telling their harrowing story in this context will expect some sort of sympathy from another human being, it's human nature. Why are you viewing that negatively?
“What’s been the toughest time of your life”
“Now”
I lost it. This is such a lost soul, I want to hug her so bad 🥺💔
I felt that too. Broke my heart!
This poor Soul in not strong enough for the streets ,bless her
You mean bless him..
Ed will no her*
Ed will u shut up fool how do you explain people born with XXY? go educated yourself 🙄
Him
@@edwill1595 go fuck yourself ,it's she .Learn to respect others
The posture speaks volumes.
Yes!!
Facts
Big factz
Wdym?
@@clintmullins8670 The way this person is sitting shows how unloved, dirty, or depressed they may feel
This is the saddest interview I've seen. This person is in despair. It's terrifying to feel alone in the world. I hope you find someone safe to talk to.
I know I need to be sleep but these videos are so addicting.
On gawd
Same lol
Yep
Agree
Same, on UA-cam all day just in general 😂😂# Quartine life
I know not everyone is the same but I was homeless w 4 kids an addict everyday they went to school I went to every place in my town asking if I can do anything for work (besides sex) sometimes I made $20 a day sometimes $100 I saved up every penny (I made sure none went to my addiction) until I found a cheap place to rent n one day one of those business I cleaned for called n offered me a full time job w benefits!!!! Today I’m still poor As hell but my kids hav an ok home, clean clothes n a belly full!!!! Sometimes u jus got to say to hell w ppl, government assistance n to hell with thinking why can’t they help me, y can’t someone jus help me and say this is my life it’s up to me n me alone to do something to make it better!!! Yes I’m depressed I can’t afford buy what I want, I can’t afford buy my kids what they want I’m a recovering addict (clean 10yrs) but I can say I helped myself n my kids needs r met that most important to me!!!! One day I know my life will get even better!!!!!
Yes maam.You will get better someday.GOD bless you.😊🙏🙏🙏
Good job!
Great job momma!
I am so happy and proud of you!! You have come a long way and are a wonderful and loving mother to your precious children. May you continue to be blessed on your life journey. And always remember that you ARE doing better and WILL reach your goal because you CAN do it! I'm rooting for you! I wish there was a way I could check up on you and help!
Proud of you Angelina!
This one in particular is heartbreaking. I can really feel the pain.
God... this world is not made for very sensitive souls if you let them they will mash your dreams and eat your heart, I’m so sorry you got to go through so much shame and rejection... ☹️
Sooo true. Bless their hearts, sucks that they get walked all over by people... Hard to watch
@@casiblanca209 Its probably not that way with all of them unless their on the streets, If they can hold a job pay bills ect. might not be much difference between them and everyone else.
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@@coloradopedpatrol8230 a street ho isn't going to get much respect and esp for a trans pros that clearly looks like a man.
@@ms.sanchez3924 true
This made me very emotional to see this poor person who seems completely broken by life. So sad.
I would be your friend without any motive. I'm so sorry for the pain and prejudice you've experienced.
ItsThe EconomicModel in your city there are plenty of human being like her. Take 5 minutes to ask how is their day , bring them a snack and a bottle of water and be kind . I’ve gotten so many meaningful conversation with people who are in the deepest difficulties just by asking how was their day before giving them my 2$. You can volunteer , there are so many things you can do. I work with them and they have so much to say and they remember the people who were nice to them. Maybe you cannot help her but you can bring a little bit of comfort in the life of someone like her. You have good intentions , please act on them 💜
Go to skid row. I am sure you could find him. Then take him home and take care of him PLEASE
I would love to be your friend Honey. You’re Beauty Full. Inside and Out.
How can I help this young woman specifically? Mark, I love your work! Please advise me to help Stephanie
@chris anderson would that make you feel better about yourself or this cruel world we are in?
How pathetically sad for you.
Mark do u ever sleep sir??? I appreciate u fam & the work u present 2 us!
Anyone know how I can get her a hotel for the night to take a shower? I’m serious.
@Jason Okafor shut the fuck up . And it's not a guy it's a woman
@Jason Okafor she is a transgender woman. Period
@Jason Okafor okay
Me too.
@Jason Okafor shut up loser
Does anyone remember the saying "sticks & stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me"?
Words do hurt
So true!
Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can mortifie me
You only get hurt if you allow yourself to be. Don't let other people have power over you.
In SERE training for the military it is a well known fact that Psychological pain hurts more than Physical pain. During torture the brain might shut off physical receptors but the brain goes in a Psychological rollercoaster.
@Cara Ferdinands So you let other people control you with their words? Good to know!
please do a follow up with Stephanie. I hope she is okay.
Yes , very worrying . I would like to send some clothes , dresses . She looks uncomfortable , sunscreen , deodorant . I’m afraid that’s all I can think of that I could do to help.
@@jasonburrell3508 She
@@jasonburrell3508 And we can all refer to you as "it" because you are nothing but a troll.
ruinsane100 period
spr95que that is a woman learn how to use people’s correct pronouns
I could never kick my child out...people who do so, especially in the name of religion, are pretty much sociopaths.
Mark would you be open to accepting care packages to give to some of your interviewees?
I understand you do a lot but maybe some viewers who are able can offer some items of comfort to these people. AML films puts a PO Box to mail to in his description, I sent a package last Thursday and I’d like to send another to your area
This is such a thoughtful and loving idea. I hope everyone likes this comment so it can show at the top so Mark can contemplate this. I feel anything we send to Stephanie, even a letter of support and encouragement, would brighten her spirits so.
Your so sweet
BLESS YOU KATE BELL❤️🙏🌹
Kate Bell yes! I would like to do the same.
God bless you!! 🙏🏾If he responds can you tag me? Thank you!"
"I don't have friends". I can be your friend. You are not alone in this world.
That is so nice of you. When you're born a boy but feel like a girl it must be really hard. I was hoping he was going to ask her are you okay , what can I do for you? Just what Stephanie needed. I hope she's able to get a shower and feel better from the inside out. Parents need to love their kids unconditionally, of course demand respect from your children but also respect your children's feelings and wishes. He is still their child and they failed him miserably, the world is a scary place and even scarier when you're living on the streets. I hope you get your operation and can feel better about yourself. I hope you find love happiness and kindness and have a wonderful future❤
Italian girl yea
@Page Jaycell lol
I don’t have no friends either.But! God got me💞
@@robinelliot9531 💛💕 Hi Robin, how are you doing today? I have a few friends, but i love being by myself actually.
Self love is so important, but extremely difficult when it's not first given as a child
The transgender interviews are always rough, but even more so are the comments.
Yep
Yes people are unnecessary harsh, but it says a lot about a person when their comments are so negative
Yeah people are seriously hateful, ignorant and bigoted. Its like nobody ever told them if you dont have anything nice to say dont say anything at all. You dont have the say something just cuz your little brain gets the urge 🤷♀️
This thread has like minded, moral people in it, I want to be a part of it.
And yes, there's a lot of closed off people full of prejudice out there✌
LEZLIE WIAZOWSKA wow lezlie you’re a psychologist??
I grew up female and I dressed male all elementary school into early high school I also was constantly called he man and she man. Please don’t take it personally Stephanie Screw them
Same it sucks and you learn to grow a thick skin quick
Grow thick skin, or get it surgically added if you catch what I'm saying
It’s like she’s still locked behind a door like she was as a child, but on the other side is people and healthy relationships with them.
Sounds like there was definite abuse in that household. Locked in your room for FIVE years? No electronics or tv just a bookshelf? Made to eat dinner for breakfast and then breakfast? Friends not allowed in? & not accepting or providing of supporting resources for body dysmorphia issues? That’s awful.
Yes it is likely that the family was extremely dysfunctional. The parents probably were in an abusive relationship in all likelihood. The parents were probably abused themselves as children.
Or maybe her parents were good parents providing structure, boundaries and rules and she didn't want to follow them? There's always 2 sides to a story. Goodness... I've heard my 16 year old son talk about my parenting like he has it bad when HE has a bad attitude. I don't always believe all these stories.
Sad that everyone just assumes she is lying about that. Why would she lie about that? She could have made up worse abuse, there is no reason she would lie about such mundane things.
@@jenniferloftus2363 people lie to avoid taking blame for things they did. And especially bratty kids who don't want to listen to their parents. Not everyone on these interviews were abused. Some come from good families and they turned out bad.
Wow! What you listed as abuse for him as a child was a lot of middle America norm. There is something greater going on inside of him. Hate to say it but he needs a kick in the butt.
I wish we could have a shower center. Upstairs for women and children and downstairs for men. And at least 5 private showers. Fully staffed with security and sanitation crew. 15 minute timers automatic shut off and vegan castle soap dispensers for hair and body. Must sign liability wavers before entering. Can be refused or banned for any illegal activity
I pledge $1000 if anyone legally sets up the 5013c
We should call it “REN” it means “Clean” in Swedish
Is this lady going to be upstairs with the other women and children?
David I’ve done plenty of wrong just like everyone else but there is redemption through healing others.
@Sledge Patrick right Sludge but you have never done a wrong thing in your life...maybe apart from vote Trump and giving urself a silly name?
Mark asked when the toughest part of her life was. She whispered 'now'.
We watched the video autumn we know
Wow. Rude. As. Hell.
That hit hard. So sad.
There’s a whole community that would gladly have her back out there. She could really use a real friend, I hope she finds one soon.
Bro that's a dude
@@JohnDoe-gc1kt ikr, he doesn't try very hard at being a chick. He talks like a man, acts more masculine than feminine. He's not very convincing as a queen. I mean some trans people (male to female) that look very convincing and good too.
@Page Jaycell u got to be kidding! Come to my city and I will show you some very convincing queens! Talk like females, act like females, in fact I've seen some that look better as transwomen than men. Hell, some look better than some born female. Come on, he clearly looks like a man, talks like a man...well she is a man. Some men can pull it off and many look better as women but this one? A 3 yr old can tell that's a dude, and you say she looks better than most? Well, you must be very young without much life experience or you haven't seen, known or met many transgender people. 🤔🙄
@john doe, go fuck off kid if you don’t have nun to say positive, I’d advise you to do so...
@oldskool978, dick head
She’s in a lot of pain and I’m so sorry. I’m transgender too and I understand what it’s like. I’m so sorry life has treated you this way. You deserve better.
God Bless you Luke F one day i hope life wont be this unfair. Hang in there❤💕
you’re sweet, I agree!
@Michael Thurlow Lets go bros, who's down for some BBQ grill with some beer? Yeee haaaw 🔥🔥🔥💪
We are all i pain...get tbat.
You should try to go find he/she and make him/ she your friend.👭
Something is so off here. I lived in Cali for 6 years. It’s like it’s a hotbed for dysfunctional, broken people. All these interviews are in Cali. I saw more horrific things living in California 6 years than I’ve seen in my entire life.
If you notice they are always from somewhere else. I was born in the San Francisco Bay Area. I am a senior. I always remember people coming here thinking this is the place for a new start with no plan. You could get away with it in the 50s, 60s and 70s. After that you better have a education and a plan.
You haven’t seen horrific until you’ve came to Baltimore.
@@queenzentertainmentinc.6338 Milwaukee's pretty bad too. It's sad as hell that most bigger cities have that horrific underbelly, and most people who live in that city know where that is, which is even sadder. I don't know if it'll ever change, but damn I hope something changes for the better because it's only getting worse.
@@queenzentertainmentinc.6338 Wow...
Democrat ran.. this is the common theme all over
My fave thing is when Mark tells them they are adorable and they just light up 💜 what a beautiful soul she is
*He
Ibrahim Huerta SHE. Get over it.
Tegmcg88 lmao no normal woman is built like a football defensive end with the hands of frozen turkeys and the Adams apple the size of Andre the Giants left testicle. The dude has a deeper voice than me. Get outta here and go put on your tampon somewhere else you blabbering vagina.
Ibrahim Huerta I’ve heard a lot of chauvinistic things before but never “blabbering vagina”. You’ve got yourself all bent out of shape over a comment on UA-cam that you don’t agree with...pretty sure that makes you the blabbering vagina but okay.
Tegmcg88 🤣🤣
I would love to have a friend like Stephanie. Keep your head up mama, I’m rooting for you
Mama? Bitch stop. It’s a man.
Mystic Being you’re being.rude as fuck for no reason. have some fucking respect, she’s a woman.
California's a big place; Los Angeles county alone is massive;; the people that want to assist this dude, can make that happen; even with just their friendship..
@@mysticbeing6768 do you speak to your mother with that mouth? Dont be disrespectful
I am doing better my mailing address is
100 Diamond st,
San Francisco California
94109
My phone# is (415)933-1805
I made an effort to stop prostitution
I've gotten on harmone replacement therapy
I'm in a shelter (Next door Shelter, 1001 Polk St, San Francisco CA, 94109, 2nd Fl. Bed #204. I do not get mail at this address.
She thinks she’s weak but she’s not she’s strong! She’s being who she wants to be no matter what anyone thinks and you’re still here.... you’re still here
He
you mean he
when i look at her, i see a scared little girl who never got to feel appreciated. this woman has been through SO much and she still has love and kindness in her heart. i hope she gets the life she deserves
HIM*
@@jackierosado1777 hey jackie, don't be transphobic. not a good look
@Page Jaycell thank you page, your comment makes no sense but i got a good laugh out of it
@@luzst7200 Whatever!!
Little girl lmaoooo
Your photography is OUTSTANDING!
Stephanie’s interviews been crossing my mind lately.
I hope he is still safe and sound and we can get an updated interview soon. ❤🦋
I find myself watching all of his videos every night when I put my kids to bed. I just came across this channel about 3 weeks ago so I'm a fairly new subscriber. This is probably the realest but saddest channel I've ever seen. I thank Mark, & I hope he reads these comments, thank u so much for giving these people a chance to tell their story. Most of them don't feel important enough let alone to think u care about they're story, but u do Mark, we do. & I thank u for that. As sad & disturbing some of these interviews are, they need to talk & we need to listen. Most people that don't live we're they live have no idea how bad it can really be, & we're living in America. Mostly it starts by the way they were raised or brought up at home. Those horror stories stay with them & they start to believe that this is all they r good for. Not worth anything better. Very, very sad. Then they numb themselves with drugs just to stop feeling that pain for a little while then its all downhill from there, they're now addicted to the drug. It takes over every being in your body, very scary! I really hope even if one of these interviews help one person to not get on this distucting path it would be worth it. MARK, I give u so much credit & respect for showing these people & letting them tell they're own story no matter how hard it is to hear. I know u try & help them in any way u can. GOD bless u Mark, truly. Im not poor but I'm getting by ok but if I ever can help I will make sure to send u money or if there's other things that would be helpful i would love to. I think I go to ur website. Thank u for making this channel & letting these people just let it all out, they need to. With no judgment. I wish i could help everyone but I know that's not possible. Atleast 1 person at a time & I know Mark has been doing above & beyond of what he should & can. God Bless him. & to all of u struggling, hopefully one of these interviews will change ur outlook on certain things & realize this is NO way to end up. Please everyone, there is hope, things will get better. I pray for everyone. God bless Mark & all of u with these tragic stories. Its not your fault! U weren't talk anything better but that doesn't mean u can't be better or aren't worth better, I promise u that. Keep ur head up, be strong, im praying for all of u 💕😥💕
wish i could like this comment a million times
Thank u so much Hauna, I truly appreciate it! I'm sorry a lot of what I wrote was misspelled or not written correctly lol, I was typing fast & sometimes the auto spell corrector just writes what it wants so sorry about that. Again, thank u so much Hauna for ur reply 💓 & thank u for everyone who liked the comment. God bless u all 💜
this is the most deeply depressed individual I've seen in a long time. sweet jesus. how does she even stay alive
Y would u say sweet Jesus and still refer to that man as a woman,u are such a hypocrite and clearly don't believe in Jesus
Please delete your comment. This person is suicidal and your comment might trigger an unfortunate event.
*he, this is a man not a woman
Inner strength she is clearly stronger then you would be in this situation. You clearly the weaker individual would not have mad it thus far. Unfortunately. . . Sweet Jesus thank god for the strong people he gave us like Stephen! And thank goodness he is looking over you! Shit im worried about you now too negative Nancy. . Too many people fall in that dark place only to fall into a darker place. . . 6 feet under the ground. Sweet Jesus thank GOD for inner strength and beauty. 🤗💁🏾💛 so sad all were not blessed in that way. 🤷🏾
can you delete this please
I hope she is okay. This was one of the most heartbreaking interviews I have ever seen! I really hope our LGBTQ community out in SF sees this and rallies around Stephanie! SHE NEEDS OUR LOVE AND SUPPORT!
Please do a follow up with her! There are a lot of very concerned people here who want to make sure she is okay and has the resources she needs!
Please do a follow up
Yes❤️❤️❤️
She ?
@@MannuXyzz yes…she….just stop. No one is entertained at how much of a obtuse little Neanderthal you can be
She just looks down the entire time! I see a sad child! I feel so sad for her
Mark is such a hype man. “ You’re cute “
That’s how I feel I always see people’s comments saying his remarks are creepy but honestly I really love that he compliments them! Especially with her if nobody has ever been genuinely nice then that could mean a lot.🙌🏽
Bwhahahhhahahhhhahhhahhhahhhaa he was like "you're cute for a man" lmfao 🤣😂🤣😂
Mark is pretty cute.
🤣🤣
Yes mark we love to uplift
“Then the righteous said ‘‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’
“The King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.”
Amen
That's something people really need to remember too ....
Amen 🙏I wish I could help her😔
"People will steal your blanket to keep from freezing." These videos just highlight an aspect of our country that isn't being talked about nearly enough. Who cares about who will be the figurehead of a state you barely interact with. What is anyone doing to remedying this unending nightmare?
It's the entire system and the culture it has produced.
Predatory corporatism is hoarding capital and oppressing the commons.
We need to break it down to the very root of the issue which is how we decide to produce and distribute goods and services.
When a society bases it's entire system around a For Profit model of production and distribution....
The entire society suffers and eventually crumbles.
We've seen it over an over throughout human history.
We had serfs, slaves and now employees
It's the same game. The majority produces the goods and services and the predatory ruling elite keep the profit.
Healthcare, education, housing and food should be human rights.
There's more vacant homes and buildings than there are homeless human beings.
Corporate crony capitalism is rotting humanity.
A resource based economic model not based in profits...but on science, resources, human need and ingenuity is possible. Technology makes it possible. But first we need to recognize the source of all the problems. A revolution of consciousness so to speak.
The figureheads are just puppets for the ruling masters of capital.
@@lilaworley8935
TRUTH!!
Humanity is eating itself!
Quit coming to California!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Jason Okafor No not communism....
I know all the *Ism's* are overwhelming....but that's not at all what I'm referring to.
Using scientific methods and technology....to benefit the entire society isn't a pipe dream... It's already happening through automation.
Economic models are not set in stone. They shift and evolve frequently throughout human evolution.
Think bigger.
You can literally feel the pain she’s feeling when she talks. So much heartbreak. I hope she gets some help.
The world can be such a cruel place, and these videos are so eye opening. I come from a small place, and so I feel so sheltered when it comes to pain and cruelty of the world. I get so caught up in these people’s lives, and there stories. How one person can go through so much and keep on keeping on is beyond me.
Your videos and photography is breathtaking Mark! Keep it up, I wish I could do more to help
I've never wanted to hug someone more in my life
me too...
Same
“That’s it?”....Wow, you really provide a space for normalcy in their difficult lives Mark. I always thought that and her response at the end confirmed it for me. Even if the interview is only 20 mins...you provide a safe place and real conversation (something I’m sure they’re not used to out on the streets) during that time and you provide an opportunity for them to feel human again. A safe haven for a few mins. It’s a beautiful thing and I love what you do for all of these people.🙏🏽❤️
I kind of took that to mean that in her own way, she was asking for help; hoping, but not expecting..
Rchl Swtzr You should change your negative mindset. It’s pretty repulsive. Just because someone hasn’t been homeless before doesn’t mean they can’t express their empathy towards this channel or the interviewee. You should delete your comment😉
Zoe Oneal Thank you for your comment.❤️ I don’t understand why Rchl Swtzr wrote what she did and what it has to do with my particular comment. Kind of weird and irrelevant I thought.🤷🏻♀️ Glad I’m not alone in my opinion though. Thanks again.
DP Yeah people will always find a way to try & put someone down. You would think their “experience” with homelessness would lighten their soul to those who want to listen to them, this chick clearly just turned rotten. What a waste. Thank you for opening up in your comment, it was beautifully said. This channel provides a platform to those who need to be heard, they are the forgotten children of broken families. I feel like after they’ve spoken to Mark, a weight has been lifted off their shoulders. I pray that Mark doesn’t stop doing this, I see a lot of peoples comments bashing him & I hope it doesn’t discourage him. I hope he sees your comment & it pushes him to keep doing this!💓💓
Rchl Swtzr You’re the type of person to have someone tell you they’re depressed & you’d be like... “oh really? I bet you’ve never tried to kill you self before” like just stfu, you’re a negative Nancy, might I say... a KAREN!!!
This is the sound of anguish. I hope someone fills her heart with joy.
his
Dreyden Whelan go fuck your self. quit coming on this fucking page and writing that stupid fucking comment
His heart
Rachel Snapp it’s not a stupid comment.. it’s a fact
@@edwill1595 I've never understood why men (usually) feel the need to correct the pronoun when referring to a transgender. She is clearly dressed and living as a woman. Does it make you feel insecure? I truly don't get the correction.
I just want to give her a hug. Her sadness made me cry. Her heart is so broken.
Please stay safe Stephanie! I really hope that you find happiness. I’ll be thinking about you.
This completely hurt me inside! This interview was so honest, expressive & deep - it was heart wrenching to hear how one human has been treated by others!!! She just wants a happy and meaningful life!!! The way she is hunched over - shows the hurt, shame and insecurities she carries. She doesn’t want this life.. What a vulnerable soul, stuck around some horrific human beings... Stephanie, I hope you manage to reach the happiness and love you deserve!! X
“I don’t have the dreams I had a long time ago”. That’s heartbreaking. Through my darkest times, all I had to look forward to were my dreams. I’m so saddened by that statement. Is there an update on Stephanie? I would love to know how she’s doing
Being an empath i can't find the words to describe your pain. I had to pause the video and cry with you. Stephanie you are beautiful and have so much value a worth. You are so strong!!! I'm sending you all my love, joy, and positivity💖
@@TallyWackaTha2nd don't be a dick
I know. I majorly felt it too.
"Everybody always wants something"...... so damn true!
His list of wants is extensive LOL
This is in the top three most devastating videos on this channel. I have watched a lot and never felt so bad for someone. I wanted to give her a hug so badly. Such a sensitive person. The definition of vulnerable.
This is so heartbreaking, this tortured soul. The raw human need to be loved and cared for seeps from her. She has always been alone.
She seems sweet but damaged by circumstances. Very sad.
This person gives a whole new meaning to the word broken.. Inside and out
Why is the world broken? Ever think he might be? FFS
@@njprime4632 misgendering her wont stop her from knowing her truth. Transphobic remarks dont help anyone. Youre more broken than her by what you are saying. I am trans. I am proud. Hating and refusing to acknwoledge us doesnt make you special. Just ignorant and heartless.
She needs another trans woman to help her out. To show her to hold her head up to not feel ashamed who she is. To help her find help in getting hormones and surgery if that’s what she chooses.To let her know she isn’t alone. Show her how to be strong. I feel this is years of childhood abuse manifesting itself and it’s coming out into this! Somebody that knows this person be kind to her .Show some damn compassion she is a human being for Gods sake rather her lifestyle is different than yours. Shame on people that have done this to this person.
You should do it, you're perfect for the job and you understand what they need.
@@PacificTrigger well I would! You think I care?
@@angelanetherton8240 care about what? I did say I think you should right? Are you okay?
Z Ex yes,I’m totally fine!! Are you okay darling? I can be her friend but I know nothing about Trans people , that I can’t help with! So we cool😎
This story is very sad :( I would NEVER disown my own child for this problem that they did not ask for. We do not totally understand, because we have not been in this persons shoes. As a woman, I can say , I can not understand how you dis own , your own child, that you carried for 9 months and gave birth to. That breaks my heart. To me, as a mother, I may not understand, but I would except and love my child, what ever problem it had no control of. If your child don't have your love and support, it has to hurt them so deeply, it destroys many lives as we have seen with many of the people Mark interviews. I think alot of the cruelty that goes on in this world is many people have failed at parenting. They did not teach their children about kindness and respect for others. When I was a child my Mom would always tell me to never stare at people who looked different and if I had any questions she would answer me when we got home. We lived in a city of two million people And we would see many times baby's and children with very big heads from water on the brain. I was very young, and my Mom taught me how to respect all . Today, people think they have the RIGHT, to attack you for what ever reason they feel is not suiting them, SMH. Back in the day , we were told if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing. I think our country and our people need to start teaching these things again today. This world has many angry people . I think Stephanie, needs to stop prostituting's because there is a much greater chance of getting hurt or killed out there. This is much more common then ever before. I would hope there are community's where people with this problem, gather, live and support each other to make this life more tolerable. We just had a transgender killed a few weeks back I think its horrible :( I have seen murders in the paper of these people for 35 years. I honestly am sick of hearing about people being murdered. I hope Stephanie, finds peace. I just can not imagine, my parents disowning me, How very hurtful and crippling that is.
It’s so sad. I have a 9 month old. I don’t care if he identifies as a woman, is gay, is a trans lesbian, wants to date someone of a difference race anything! People come in so many different types all that matters is the persons heart. I’d much rather have a trans daughter than a dead daughter/son.
I would seek immediate help
nothing to add to what you said. i agree from a 2 z
God bless you Cathy. You have an amazing heart. If only more people had your perspective the world might be a better place. I agree with everything you said. I would never disown my child. Even if I didn’t agree with them. I’d love and support them no matter what. That’s what a child needs.
@Jason Okafor You are trolling with pro-male, anti-female, anti-gay, anti-trans comments under nearly every positive comment coming from a place of love. Your last name and attitude leads me to believe you grew up in an ethnic, Old Testament, male domination Christian community that follows the rules of the Sanhedrin more than Jesus. I'm not going to preach to you as I'm sure you have a mask of false righteousness protecting you that allows you to spew hate since you believe you are right and God is right so what you say is equal to what God says when he has likely never spoken to you in dreams or prophecy, nor has your heart been clean enough of hatred to hear anything but your own thoughts.
The best thing to do for a child is not having a father present-- fathers can rape their children, beat them and their mothers, have horrible addictions that starve their kids-- but you already know deep down your generalization is too general to be right. You know there are reasons, but you also know the false authority you have created for yourself wrongfully in God's name will crumble if you start understanding others and their situations, loving others, and leading them to the joy of existing and helping one another.
I pray that one day you drop the toxic machismo you use to protect your ego that you have built with spiritual power that comes from darkness and not light. This person in the video believes and knows the self as a woman, as a she-- and likely always has. Pronouns are not religious. Man made those, not God or any sort of spiritual authority. Having an identity at odds with your culture-- Texas!!, family, religion, and looks is a road that I, nor someone as meek as Stephanie, would NEVER choose to walk.
Life can suck irrespective of your choices-- Job knew all about that. I hope He speaks to you before you marry and have children, and if you have those already, I hope He shows you the path to righteousness away from self-righteousness.
There's a beautiful vulnerability in Stephanie that's incredibly reflective of her femininity. And I so appreciated the tender compassionate tone of Mark's voice when he's trying to gently draw Stephanie out of her shell. Wonderful interview as always.
You're right. Despite her deeper voice, her way of expressing herself is very feminine and vulnerable.
@@Discordia5 IKR?
This is heartbreaking. The USA needs better social services and resources that protect their people. This person is so beaten down. She is crying out for help and no one is there to hear her, treat her, give her hope. She’s just one out of so so many that just need some kindness and guidance. I hope she can find her way to some help.
I'm in school for social work 💪🏾
The US is an awful place to leave trust me
Lauren Edmunds I’ve been very lucky that my parents had the opportunity to leave the US and raise me in Canada. I know the privilege I have living in my country. Not to say that we don’t have our own systemic struggles as Canadians, but our universal healthcare and resources for mental health and addictions are available for those who need them no matter what “class” you fall into. They’re not perfect and sometimes you have to be patient, but there are some really wonderful resources there for people in crisis and DV situations, as well as mental health and addictions. Even just the opportunity to receive free counselling, can help heal. I’ve used these services before and I’m better for it.
Britt Easley, I agree with your statement. Here in the US, if you don't have health insurance, you are screwed. The social service system is also a mess, because the pay is so low for these workers, and the case load is so huge. It winds up becoming a conveyor belt of "cases", rather than people. And children in the system have it the worst. They are used as paychecks for many unscrupulous people who are "fosters"....which is such a travesty.
The way to help him is for him to help himself. Get a job. Dress as a girl on his nights off. Jeez!
There is no day off from homelessness.
Mark, your words are so kind and supportive. These people sometimes have no kindness and you give them that. An ear to listen and a few kind words. You’re a good person Mark Laita.
I could be wrong, but I think Stephanie had allot of misconceptions on living a trans life in California. She kept saving, “they won’t give me surgery”. But without a home, health insurance, etc... I don’t know how she thought transitioning would be possible.
Agree
If people can’t get treatment for cancer for free why does this person feel entitled to have elective surgery for free?
These comments are horrendous! The only reason Stephanie mentioned surgery is because she was asked about if she was transitioning and what dreams she had. When she said “they won’t give me surgeries” I took that to mean that she knows damn well, just like anyone else that it doesn’t come free. That’s what she meant by they won’t give it to me living on the street. She never said she expected to come out to San Francisco and it would just rain surgeries, perhaps it was more that she thought she’d be accepted in a city that has been a progressive homosexual mecca here in the U.S. did you even listen to the story? She wanted to get the fuck out of TX. She was doing well with a man who then kicked her out and now she’s on the street. The way you guys are responding is the very reason people end up depressed, in low places, with or without a home.
Go to Canada
imagine having to pay for a basic human right like healthcare. homeless people die every single day in america because they can't afford care. mad
You do deserve better Stephanie. I just want to give you a hug.
Ya I bet
HES A MAN.
Does he have a womb?
@@thegroove2000 so if a woman has to remove her womb for example medical reasons she all of a sudden becomes a man?
@@Imrightyourewrong1 NO she cannot be a man . That would be absurd. There is obviously more to a female than the womb. I just used the womb as one example.
This nutter just says, about a guy who let’s her sleep in his car so she doesn’t freeze or get murdered in her sleep, ‘he’s real Jewish with his money,’ without a hint of irony. Some people weaponize pity…She’s a hard person to feel empathy for.
Wooooo the bigotry came to the comments EARRRRRLY this morning
fucking exactly.
right!? with a quickness
Shut yo liberal ass up, this ain’t twitter
RAMBO lmao wtf? Like UA-cam is some sort of conservative paradise... what a goofy thing to say
@@martinvannostrand8488 lol exactly. Everybody feels attacked when the shoe fits.
Poor baby.
She's had a hard life and my heart hurts for her so much, Thinking and sending her positive energy right now and wishing the universe can give her a new positive direction♡
Watching these videos, I'm always struck with just how little we humans have progressed when it comes to taking care of each other. "We stoop so low, to reach so high..."
You can hear the pain, through the voice. I hope calmness, safety and better times will come to this individual.
Thank you for giving these trans women a platform to speak on. Her pain reminds me of when I came out as trans in high school. I was lucky to have parents who eventually accepted my transition. I wish I could be her friend. I hope nothing but the best for you, Stephanie! Your personality is so beautiful and inspiring for me.
I want to hug her! My transgender goes through this depression too!! Parents, LOVE YOUR CHILDREN NO MATTER WHAT!!!!
This was a hard watch.
People do need to be kinder we definitely don’t know what others go through. Can you imagine the daily struggle she goes through😔
Stephanie 💕
This guy speaks the truth regarding homophobia fears and slurs from the public that LGBT members experience. I did a research paper in college on the LGBT community, and they struggle with depression, anxiety, cut off from family, and rejected by their religious faith. Many have committed suicide due to poor support and ridicule by people in their community. Doing this assignment was an eye opener for me to understand and place myself in their shoes. It's heartbreaking. Unfortunately, like me coming from a religious conservative background that totally opposes LGBT lifestyle, I feel guilty for going along with what I was taught. Also, of importance, many lesbians and gays come from religious conservative backgrounds, and knew beforehand prior to coming out, that they would be shunned by those in their religious sect. They grapple with harmonizing their sexual preference with religious identity. Most LGBT members suffer from Spiritual Cognitve Dissonance (SCD), which is engaging in a lifestyle that their religious faith opposes. SCD can and has caused mental health disorders among LGBT members based on research studies. As a result of SCD,many have abandoned their religious beliefs and become atheists to avoid the emotional distress from spiritual cognitive dissonance.
Im literally crying.
@@dontbelongherefromanother Thank the lord for ppl like you that go out of their way to understand and have compassion for others. I appreciate that in you
@@moarroz It's heartbreaking
@@dontbelongherefromanother indeed my partner is trans and thinks she looks too much like a man to wear female clothes like she used to. She gained weight on estrogen and is really insecure. All the ppl on here making fun of stephanie for being trans is guttwrenching
I normally wouldn't give her the time of day but im glad I did and opened my mind completely.. stay strong queen bound to take a W one of these days
Mark, thank you, for making these videos . I pray Stephanie,s life gets better and gets her surgerys . I wish her the very best . Jeanette from Seattle Washington
If this wasn’t a trans-woman I wonder if some of the comments would have been different and more sensitive?
It would actually be less sensitive.
Like there is an incentive to be nice or you lose your job.
They wouldn’t
Have you seen the comments section on the videos with black women?
AutomaticWeakness BINGO!!!
I can really feel her pain, omg, this makes me so sad damn...
Los Angeles has a huge LGBTQ center with tons of resources...I would imagine San Francisco’s community could help her with basics
You’d think there would be an outreach program to help transgender individuals specifically, as they are so targeted by so many.
There are, but as Mark has explained, the habits and addictions are strong and the people will not go/stay with a program
She reminds me of the Joker. The way she talks and her perspective on life. So misunderstood
She does, there needs to be more support for vulnerable individuals
Ishtar2480 it’s so sad. Makes me want to be by her side at all times. And give her a makeover 🥺 I know she’d feel like a new person after
holly pocket you’re a lovely person
very true
Vannah Rose genuinely, the nicest compliment I have ever received. Thank you ❤️❤️
Bless her 😔 she kept saying I feel so small, broke my heart
As a trans woman, this is so hard for me to watch. I am in tears bc i can feel the hurt and pain in her voice. I always dream of being rich and helping my lost brothers and sisters. I know this woman wants help altho she doesnt know where to go.
the sexual revolution has destroyed the primary of shelter of the human being the family and replaced with sexual and moral chaos like recurrent infidalities children of transgender and gay father families of three parents and mothers a grand mother who carries the sperm of her son to give birth to her grand child single women it is total fragmentation of nucleus of society in stead of controlling desire some people like zoo philia others call for necrophilia and finally pedophilia pleasing the western tourists do not forget prostitutes who suffer from brutal psych oppression do to the violence which end with rape of their bodies they end their lives
Imagine having a child who expresses their pain as well Stephanie and still turning them away. She deserves so much better.
Poor girl. This is one of the saddest one’s I’ve seen. She just sounds so sad. I’m so sorry. Keep ya head up girl, stay strong. These videos are so addicting!!!
You haven’t watched many of these if this is one of the saddest ones you’ve seen.
That is not a girl
Jared Tietjens It’s MY opinion, nobody else’s. so if I feel that TO ME it’s sad then it is. But there are definitely quite a few on here that are sad.
Doe she is transgender and identifies as one, so yes she is
Beaullah Belle agree. You feel like a nice person but in reality you are a dick.
I always find myself coming back to this channel , something very grounding about seeing others struggles . I really hope that these people find their self worth and real happiness . Everyone is different and were all just trying to live , if you're not hurting anyone or a real threat to society why can't you be treated equally ? The world is not meant for us all to be the same .. I believe in you Stephanie that you can achieve your dreams .
Absolutely and me too. 🥲
One of the most touching soliloquys I've ever seen. And yet none of us viewers will ever help this person. These videos are sometimes extremely deep, but they are for the most part just a means to satisfy our vile vouyerism.
Or to learn something about people and ourselves. Some of us are addicted, depressed and traumatized too.
speak for yourself. dont project your vile voyuerism on the rest of us. theres loads of people in the comment section of this video and other videos who are willing and ready to help. you arent the one producing these videos, you arent the one out on the street talking to these people and traveling to these people. you're in no position to say what "the means" is. i think all of these people benefit from being heard. and ive also seen them benefitting from recieving all the love that they do in the comments section. knowing you're not alone is huge. you need to broaden your perspectives. truly. the person above me makes very valid and relatable points as well.
After watching this today, I looked up some shelters in my area to inquire about donating. I also saw a homeless woman and bought her dinner. So these stories do help. We may not be able to help Stephanie but we can do more in our own communities.
I can’t help this specific individual but I’ve been helping a homeless family continuously for 2 years now. That’s included motels, stays at my own townhouse, whatever I am able to do as housing costs are astronomical where I live and shelter spots are unavailable since Covid too. I have my own 3 kids, my husband, and a bunch of health conditions myself, but we ourselves have been close to the bone a few times. This is one example but I have many, and the great takeaway is my kids really seeing that homelessness doesn’t equal “lazy” and help doesn’t mean “watch this video and empathize”.
I use it to help on my psych major
Made me cry, when she said, I deserve better. I wish I could give her a beautiful life.
I wish I could give her a hug 💕 sending you warmth Stephanie. You’re strong, remember we aren’t given battles we’re not tough enough to endure. You’re a warrior and you can get through this.
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I applaud her honesty. I didn't feel she lied about anything even though a lot was difficult for her to talk about.
I learned a while ago that nobody is going to take care of you but you. If I didn't work to pay for my apt I'd be homeless. I don't have any friends either so I got a cat. Nobody can take anything away from me because they didn't give it to me. This person is crying because they can't get a man. That should be the last thing they're worried about.
Well I mean.. I understand completely where your coming from. But from my own experiences, it looks like she just wants to be loved(someone to care for them) and thinks that a bf will solve it. Everyone is different in these situations sadly, and I feel like she got the worst part of it. I've been homeless before and I can say it's not easy at all, especially when you rely on certain stuff to get you past the whole issue.
couldn’t of said it better myself.
@@idek2779 Well Said
THIS!!! I don’t like this woe is me mentality he has. NOBODY owes you anything... when you’re an adult, not even your parents.
@@NaturallyNata Look, some people are simply not guided properly or given the necessary life skills. I do feel this person is not completely sincere, however..
I'd like to see Mark come to the East Coast. Baltimore, Md. Or Kingston Philadelphia
It's freezing out there. The SF Bay Area has a moderate climate.
Look up ‘morals over money’ very similar stuff to this except philly area x
Philadelphia would be awesome.
Facts bro, DC or VA, the nova area shhttt there are some interesting people hear, politicians using boy prostitutes, abuse, power hungry people ect.
Mark needs to come to the "dirty south", too. Atl, Louisiana, Flo. has plenty he could interview. 👍😉
My heart breaks for her. I just wanna give her a big hug and tell her it’s gonna be ok and that she’s beautiful. I wish i could send her a care package to make her feel loved.
I am doing better i got myself into Next door shelter 1001 Polk Street second fl. bed #204 San Francisco California 94114 (this is not a mailing address)
I got myself a phone (415)933-1805
I've been successfully on Harmone replacement theraphy
My mailing is:
100 Diamond st
san Francisco CA
94114
Is this still a good mailing address for you? Praying so much for you. Will send something
This just breaks my heart.
WOW! People in the comments who are berating this woman are mind blowing. The hate. Wow! No words right now
I wish you all the best Stephanie
@Brunette Beauty Do you feel clever for making that comment? She was born a man, but identify as woman. Not a big deal, get over it. It doesn't affect you or your life and it's not your business.
@Brunette Beauty is that really up to you to decide?
@Brunette Beauty nope, it is still none of your business.
@Brunette Beauty I agree
Brunette Beauty why would you go out of your way to say something ignorant and bigoted like that? You need to educate yourself on gender identity because your ignorance is laughable.
My heart goes out to this beautiful soul. She needs a hug and a friend without ulterior motives:(
The Sanfrancisco homeless problem is chronic, for such a liberal city they have done very poorly with helping people. I wonder if there are any LGBT organisations that could help her specifically.
Pretty much every liberal city does nothing.
I found this incredibly heartbreaking. This person has a gentle soul and deserves so much better.
Wherever you are Stephanie I hope you’re warm, your belly is full and that you feel loved.
I wish I could give you a nice warm shower and a hug.