"I was in a prison built for me by the world and at some point I took over the construction and kept the building going... that was the phase" SO courageous and so beautifully said!! So proud lady!!
I have no idea what possessed me to come back and watch this again 9 years later, but here I am. I hope you’ve been able to live life as your truest self these past nine years and I hope you’re happy and thriving! ❤
Why are some people so Judgemental. Please let her be with who she wants to be. The world not all black and white, I support you Ingrid, do what makes you happy
well apparently i'm far to be the only one thinking that way ;) they're just attention seekers looking for money so brace yourself, you're contributing to it!
***** So she wants money, big deal! This is her JOB. Her way to MAKE A LIVING. And over time, she has grown to love her subscribers. Do you realize how hard it is to come out? She is doing this to inform us, and to KEEP OUR RESPECT. Stop hating.
Girl, I'm so proud of you. I'm so sorry you've had to keep it a secret for so long, but now you are free!! :) Also, your true girlfriends will stick by you and love you and support you no matter whether you are straight, bi, or gay. Sexuality is irrelevant. YOU ARE AWESOME.
Good lord. The comments on UA-cam are rather disturbing. Why do much hate? Anyway, good on you for finding the courage to speak your truth to the world. And good on you Taryn Southern for being a good human.
i watched this when i was about 12 years old when this video came out . i was like , SHES SO PRETTY . 4 years later i found out i’m a lesbian . watching this again makes me look back at myself , i love this woman . she is wonderful .
I know I don't know you personally but I've watched your videos since the beginning. I've always looked up to you and this doesn't change that. You deserve to be happy and loved for who you are. You are beautiful inside and out. We all support you no matter what. So happy you can now have your "best chance!"
The same person who once said "I can do whatever I want" says I cannot be in love with a man. I feel bad for her. Being sucked into social conformity and wanting to be a homosexual.
***** Being a homosexual is a mindset promoted by negative culture. If she didn't wan't to be she cans top. This is a fact proven by the nature of male and female genitalia. If you're not a brainwashed homosexual yourself, you know in your heart it's wrong to be one. The only reason you oppose me is because you, much like the gays,want to be accepted by popular culture and society. I don't know of a way you can intelligently respond to me with facts, but give it a try.
I hope now you'll feel like your true self Ingrid, and enjoy your new chapter of your life! I've been watching your videos for a very long time and didn't see this video ever popping up - so now is your time to be your true self! Be proud of who you are xxx. (And well done for being brave!)
***** No, gay is often used to describe homosexual women too. Myself and a couple of my gay female friends actually don't want to identify with the word 'lesbian' for various reasons and feel much more comfortable to identify ourselves as gay.
Thank you. If there were more people like you who listened instead of shouted in the world, we could achieve so much more peace and health as a society...
How can anyone be dismissing this beautifully raw and honest video as some kind of stunt? This video is so important. Ingrid is so important. And nobody would voluntarily go through this. To see the genuine relief as she says the words she pushed down for years and years and to see how genuinely excited she is to be starting the life she deserves is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. She showed herself so incredibly vulnerable and I can only imagine how many lives she is changing because of it. Thank you for sharing this with us Ingrid.
What is really important and amazing to me is that Ingrid is somewhat representing a huge issue in the lesbian community, and that is feminine invisibility. Ingrid is a huge influential person that I believe will help shed light on feminine lesbians like myself, and change the social perspective of a "typical lesbian". Being feminine and gay can be really hard and I think its very brave and amazing that Ingrid found the courage to finally express her sexuality! Saying someone doesn't look gay is extremely offensive because there is no one look! Be open to the possibility and reality that a girl can be feminine and gay! Congratulations Ingrid!
Lyndsey Newton Wish I could thumbs-up this to the top. Being feminine and gay (And being into feminine women) is a weird concept to a lot of people for some reason.... I'm a girl, I want to be like a girl, and I like girls, because they're like girls. Shocking I know...!
Lyndsey Newton I think by feminine you simply mean a woman who does makeup and has long hair. Gay people look gay due to bone structure and how they dress and do their hair. Most lesbians who are scared of "looking" like lesbians such as this girl, have naturally long hair and are too scared to cut it off and some eventually do. I think she looks like Ellen Page and I think Ellen Page looks like a boy, and she doesn't look very "feminine" because her lips aren't bright pink like this girls, who is wearing a MASK to try to cover her natural traits that probably make her look like a lesbian (such as her larger face and jawline). And she is quite likely doing it FOR THAT REASON. You must be blind if you can''t spot them or their similarities. NOBODY is surprised that Kirsten Stewart is dating a woman for example. Similarly, nobody would be surprised if or maybe WHEN the guy came out. ALSO, his freaking new girlfriend looks like a full on lesbian! Maybe it's to cover for him...
ranoutofeyeballs What. Bone structure? Gay girls are just girls... Some prefer to be / look boyish, that's fine. Some of us don't. Just because some high-profile examples as you made are easy to "spot" doesn't mean all are. You've probably walked right past or looked at various gay people and never known. Sounds to me like you have a need to justify something to yourself.... Leave that to yourself, no need to preach to others. As a gay woman myself, I dress and look like any other average woman. Because that's what I am.
ranoutofeyeballs know what where the hell did you get that information. just because you are lesbian does not mean that you automatically want to look "lesbian" or boyish. there is NO way to look lesbian. lesbian is your sexual identity, it has nothing to do with bone structure or how you do your hair. sure some lesbians do that, but there are lesbians who look girly or feminine like ingrid. educate yourself dude.
Er, if you read my post again I think you'll find that I clearly stated I was NOT a lesbian. I went out of my way to make sure people knew whether I was speaking from that point of view or not. I also did not say they wanted to. I said of those who do. Generally, please just learn to read. I said that most lesbians HAPPEN TO LOOK boyish from BONE STRUCTURE. It doesn't matter if they want it or not. I am also fully aware of what you call girly lesbians, but sorry, I am not a lesbian and I wear no makeup... what does that make me? Are you saying that I look like a boy because I don't wear makeup?
When she started crying when she said "it feels so good to say that" i literally wanted to squeeze her and hug her so tight! I wanted to hand her tissues through my screen..
I'm tearing up, I can see in this video you've been holding onto this for a very long time. You've been one of the first youtubers I ever watched and you even inspired me to start making videos. It was you. You are also one of my biggest inspirations in life in general. I love you unconditionally and I'm incredibly proud of you. I'm sure this will help many young girls or boys also to not to be afraid of coming out. Once again - I'm so proud of you, Ingrid
SO happy for you, Ingrid :) you are an insanely brave person, and many have been moved by your words and your honesty, with us and with yourself. I wish you all the happiness in the world! Love and support
I really hope you guys are trolling. Bravery has a lot of different meanings. An act of courage can be big or small and this video took a lot of courage.
Ally O'Dette If stating your sexuality is a bravery then I deserve a medal of honor because It didn't take years for me to accept who I am and make it known what I stand for.
I'm bawling crying because I feel so proud of you! I recently came out as bisexual on my channel and it was so difficult but it really encouraged so many young people to go out and vote YES for marriage equality here in Ireland! I'm in a long term relationship with a man, but I met that man while seeing a girl that he was trying to get stuck into and well, haha, the world has it's way of bringing people together, I guess. Regardless of gender. I just find people attractive, and I just LOVE YOU. X
CiaraR to be anyone's fave alongside Ingrid (one of MY faves) is just, bae. It's bae! (I don't even know what bae means haha, but I think it's good). Thank you X
This is an amazing way of putting it. I loved seeing this comment seeing how the rest are really mean. Gay or straight Ingrid Nilsen is still amazing.
Ingrid, Troye and Connor coming out were such important moments of mine and many other people's childhoods. as a young and foolish kid (11-12 yrs old) I held prejudices because i simply didn't know better, but their influence seriously was game changing for me and i'll never forget the kind of impact it had on my generation. There are so many other youtubers that had a similar impact that i haven't mentioned but this applies to them too ❤️
All these people calling her out on her saying gay instead of lesbian, Saying she's crying for attention. No, she's crying because she is so happy that she can finally come out. Finally be herself, and not lie to keep people happy. I support her 100%.
I NEVER comment on your videos... This may be my first time. But Ingrid, I've been a fan of your videos for all 6 years you've been on youtube. I'm 20 now.. So since I was 14 years old! You were one of the reasons I had started my beauty channel many years ago when I wanted to give it a go (it is a graveyard now but that's irrelevant - haha!) I just want you to know how incredible it was to see you come out and tell your story in one of the most polite and beautiful ways possible. The respect you will gain from your online friends has just gone through the roof. The acceptance we all have for you shouldn't even have to be vocalized but because the internet can be an ugly place I'm saying it anyway.. Be you - as it is truly the best form of yourself. And as the hate comments begin roll in, remember how much the 3 million subscribers you've built in half a decade just adore you. Including myself! Much love Ingrid.
Well said and so true! And i subscribed to your channel few weeks ago and i think your channel is great :) I love how you inspire and motivate many people to start to workout and start a healthylifestyle. Thank you for that! We almost have same name by the way haha
I honestly don't see how anyone could dislike this video. It warms my heart to know that Ingrid can finally live the life she's always deserved. This video is going to inspire so many people out there who are still living in the closet about their sexuality. Why is there the need to hate on this video? This is incredible. It takes a lot to post something like this on the Internet for millions of people to see. Please just all support her rather than bring her down ❤️❤️
Selena Lim I was disgusted when I saw how many people disliked this video. And I completely agree with what you said. I am so incredibly proud of Ingrid. :)
UA-camrs coming out as gay is not a "trend." I think it's because they see the positive reactions from the community of the ones who are coming out. They realize that it's becoming more accepted and don't want to hide a big part of themselves from their subscribers anymore. So please be happy for Ingrid and don't think that it's for publicity. Spread love not hate because it's very courageous what ingrid did ❤
Paige Meredith yes exactly! Those videos are just encouraging others, which is usually what people who make those videos want as well. Like many of them (like troye) has said how amazing it is to have their viewers say they were brave enough to come out because of those coming out videos. So it's not a different thing with youtubers.
So true! People are saying that it's for publicity and that it's becoming a trend but this is so false! If a youtuber is gay then obviously they're going to come out and tell their subscribers. I think ingrid is a brave and courageous girl and that everyone should support her and see her the same way as we did before this video. Being gay is a part of her, but that doesn't mean she can be funny and smart and everything else we love her for! X
6 years since this uploaded and i still come back to it because it was honestly one of the first moments i could see that being gay is nothing to hide. my own journey with my sexuality has been rocky, so i truly appreciate these scraps of representation that I had to look up to when i was younger. course, there’s a whole lot more now with the community being accepted more!
I came here after watching Ashley's channel as well. It's the first time I've seen anything of Ingrid's, but this video made me want to give her a standing ovation and earned her a new subscriber.
I still come back to this video sooo many times. I am in the middle of my own coming out experience right now and you were one of the people who inspired me so much.
To all the people saying that it doesn't matter that she's gay or that no one cares: You don't know what it's like to come out. She did this for no one but herself. Coming out is like a weight off your shoulders, and she did it for HER, not for attention, not to jump on the "coming out bandwagon" as I saw someone say. Coming out is a big part of being lgbt+ for most people and it's a huge relief, something that you should not mock or dismiss.
alonte kortrw it isn't even about the versions, it's how you interpret the text. many people usually like to put the text to the historical context, which has a great influence on the meaning.
I completely agree with you. I'm a christian and I know the Bible says it's "wrong" (as it also says that being an alcoholic is wrong, and lying, etc) but we don't have any right on judging her and attacking her with the Bible because that's not what true christians do. People are judging her because she "sins" differently than we do. We're all sinners here and being straight doesn't make us any better than her. We can't call ourselves the normal ones because she is normal too, she's still human. Our job is to love not judge.
alonte kortrw How I weep for you, my brother Jonathan! Oh, how much I loved you! And your love for me was deep, deeper than the love of women! 2 Samuel 1:26 , Meri is correct its how you interpret the text..where you see Adam and Eve I see Jonathan making love too his brother..Incest? Homosexuality? What is this doing in the bible?
The part where you said that this is real and that it's been in your head hurts my heart in such a way I can't explain. So many of us live our lives in our minds and not enough of us actually live our lives in the real world. Regardless if this specific situation applies to your directly or not, I hope you all choose to live your life the way you see fit. Such an inspiration, Ingrid.
princessk700♡ they probably disliked it because the young generations just accept that love is love ....gender makes no difference... One day soon no one will bat an eye... we are headed that way now... and for me i didnt dislike the video but ive just always assumed she was gay....so im happy shes happy
That always makes me cry. I felt that so hard. The worst is when you can’t even say it. Like you just say you like the same sex but you can’t even say the word “gay” out loud.
Ivan The Shiny Cute Flygon because as a straight person you live in a society that considers that the norm. You can walk down the street holding your lover hand or kiss them with out people giving you nasty looks. You are not discriminated against, you don't risk being beaten up because of your sexuality you didn't have to worry about losing friends or being kicked out of your family for being straight. And cut the crap about in your face bullshit. It is because society still makes a big deal over homosexuality that people have to come out. As a straight people you and I will never face the fear what homosexuals face when they start just being their self. The difference between you and I is that I have the compassion you lack.
Carol Gibson What compassion? What about straight people who get bullied? Are they "norm"? No! Bullying is bullying! I got kicked from many things, surprise surprise, I'm straight. In honesty, this video is just someone who says," I think I'm cool just because i said what everyone wants to hear"! And you're the same, bimbo.
Ivan The Shiny Cute Flygon And when you were bullied was it for being straight? Because unless it was the reason you were bullied bringing it up is irrelevant.
I didn't think this was going to make me cry, but then within ten seconds into the video, you said "I'm gay, it feels so good to say that" and started crying. It reminded me of the time I looked at myself in the mirror and uttered the words "I'm gay" for the first time, out loud. So then I started crying because I felt the exact same way as you did at the beginning of this video. It is a very memorable, emotional, and significant experience
That's exactly what I thought watching this! I don't know if non LGBT people can understand just how hard it is to say that you are gay in the mirror. It took me at least ten minutes and a river full of crying to finally say it! Her introduction reminded me of that pain
I am a heterosexual female. And do not fit into any category of the lgbtq. But watching and hearing her exclaim those few words made my heart leap for joy ❤❤ It really bothers and saddens me that people have to confine themselves from their true self because they do not fit into the norm. You don't often or ever see anyone exclaim "I am straight!" and cry out tears of joy because you have finally come into terms with who you trully are. Society's majority man, really fucks you up on the inside 😭😓😠
MakeupByEman It's not really a new chapter in her life... From a young age you now whether you're into girl or guys (or even both). It's not a new chapter in her life, it's probably a new chapter in everyone else's lives because finding out she's gay... but it's not a new chapter.
THIS WAS SO SO UNEXPECTED but I'm honestly just so proud of you and thankful for your decision to put such a private thing out there and share it with your viewers! You're so strong! It's all about your videos and your amazing personality, it takes courage to actually let so many people that look up to you know what's going on in your life. Love you! Keep doing your thing ingrid! Can't wait for more videos 💕
When I first watched this video I was 14, full of doubt and most of all, terrified. I remember so clearly listening to Ingrid’s words and crying because I found myself in them, I was starting to understand that I couldn’t ignore it forever and I knew the implications it had. This video, although it hurt me at first, has helped me so much on my journey of self-understanding and acceptance. Today, as a 20 years old lesbian, I couldn’t be more proud and happy to be who I am. So this is a thank you, I guess.
Thanks for such an honest, open video. I know we don't know each other very well (at all really), but because of life circumstances I've always felt somewhat connected to you, and I appreciate how sweet and kind and deserving of love you are. I wish you the best from today to the rest of your life.
I'm not a subscriber or a fan, I just saw your clip on the #ProudToLove video from UA-cam Spotlight so I just had to check on this video right away. Let me just tell you this, you are a BRAVE woman. It takes a lot of fucking courage to admit who you truly are. I've been there and done that, and it's not easy. Thank you for sharing this, you have inspired a lot of people out there, straight or gay, I respect you for who you are. Thank you, Ingrid.
Tin Enerio Ikr I love how she admits she is gay. ..... now other gays will do the same ...... less food consumption because gay people have no children = world better place :D
damcs wow. u really want to destroy the world from the inside out. Well, you just took one step towards it. It saddens me that you think this way. Go back to your crack den.
Having videos like this is so important. This is a fantastic coming out video. Everything was so eloquently said and explained. Having videos available like this for people who are struggling with coming to terms with their own sexually helps more than I think some people can imagine. I know when I first started to come to terms with my own sexuality, having videos like this to turn to helped me so much. I don’t watch this channel, I came here cause of Rowan Ellis, but thank you so much for being so open and bearing your soul to everyone. Just, thank you.
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news (read as: not really, bc I could give less of a shit.) but to all the people who are leaving negative messages on Ingrid's video, to those of you who say you're fans of hers, yet still left a homophobic comment. You're not really, and you were never truly a fan of hers to begin with, because a true fan of Ingrid's would support her. It took her a lot of courage to come out, and I'm really happy for her.
Carsen Darling Just because you're a fan, doesn't mean you have to support everything someone does...Chris Brown had lots of fans but not many people agreed when he beat Rhianna...Chris Brown still has lots of fans.
+itsatwinthing1 Are you seriously going to compare a sociopath beating up his girlfriend with someone who is brave enough the talk About who she really is? Wow.. Pathetic...
***** Not everyone believes in your God and not everyone wants to follow your religion's bullshit. Welcome to the real world. Not everything revolves around your Christian views.
I watched this when you first uploaded and didnt write a comment, but i want to congratulate you! Im so happy for you! We are all supporting you and love you just as much ever Ingrid!
Ingrid it takes a lot of COURAGE to explain who you are and HONESTLY it shouldn't because you are 100% correct you have the right to be WHO YOU ARE and not be ashamed, embarrassed or guilty live the life that was given to you as a gift a gift of LIFE be happy be you and be HAPPY life is wat to short to live with ANY REGRET we all LOVE YOU for you and who you are and what YOU bring to all of us and for that I thank you and support you a 100% because now you are truly giving us 100% and I know that wasn't easy but it should be .. INGRID WE LOVE YOU SO HAPPY FOR YOUR BRIGHT FUTURE.. 💋💋
i’ve identified as a straight female my whole life. me and my family have always been very accepting of the lgbtq+ community. i’ve grown up liking boys and wanting a boyfriend. i never really thought about liking girls. recently, my older sister brought her friends to our house, we went on a drive together and ever since then i haven’t been able to stop thinking about her. it was weird to me because at first she was the only girl i thought was cute, so i was confused. but after taking time to really figure it out, i realize that i am into girls. even though my family would accept me, i’m very scared to come out as bi. i’m afraid of other loved ones like friends, who will treat me differently. watching these videos help me feel like i’m not alone.
We kinda have the same story. I grew up liking girls and wanting a girlfriend and soon I questioned myself why I looked at boys more than girls. I figured out I’m gay and accepted it ever since. I came out to my trusted friends and all were supportive Just remember that you are not being forced to come out, you can come out anytime you want. Just make sure you feel that you are comfortable, confident and in a safe space. (Perhaps have a friend or sibling who support you near you when you come out (for support)) You are *not* alone
@@imthatextrakid8292 Same here I’m a lesbian and I’m 18 and I was scared to come out too but I’m out and I told my mom and my cousins and my brother they accepted me and I’m happy and I accept myself as a lesbian and I’m out and proud of it
People who want to be gay are just confused and lost people you got born into the Earth as a human you got the chance to grow up and live and you decide to be gay not only are you upsetting the balance of the world but you are also sinning yourself and your children just imagine waking up one day and your mother tells you that she's gay that shit is just seriously traumatizing people need to really just open their eyes I'm not saying I can stop someone from being gay like I have no problem being friends with a gay person but if that's how you want to live then you're just completely messing up your whole entire life permanently, believe it or not
SO proud of you Ingrid! I had goosebumps, I cried with you, most of all I am so excited for you! You deserve all of the happiness in the world! Love you SO much. xo
MissJenFABULOUS The minute she started to cry, I was balling! It is such a brave thing that she is doing by telling the world. I love her so much and support everything that Ingrid does!
This made me tear up 😢 I'm so happy you can now live a free life and feel fully present of each moment. Everyone deserves it. It must have been extremely difficult to hold that all in. I really admire your bravery ❤️ Congrats Ingrid.
Your sexuality doesn't determine who you are, everyone is the same, everyone deserves to be happy. You are still a beautiful, amazing, kind and funny woman that we all know. You are still you, I believe you will be happier after opening up and please ignore any hate comments, you should be proud and happy with who you are. I still love you Ingrid ❤️
Whitney Titus im one of those people in wheelchairs and I understand where you are coming from but I think the original comment was everyone is the same meaning we are all human and deserve respect and happiness. helping out someone with physical needs isn't in the same category as if you were to respect them and recognize them as being as human and as deserving of happiness as an able bodied person. In that area we should be treated the same way, but yes we as people with mobility challenges do need some different support sometimes, but we are all people with the same base human needs. love, security, acceptance.
Whitney Titus I agree, lots of pc bs is in the disabled community, but I think the problem arises when the deformity or colour or sexual orientation is first, but completely ignoring that huge part of how they interact with the world is wrong too you're totally accurate that it is disrespectful. I've noticed people get bent out of shape when they're put into categories based solely on that one aspect of who they are. ex. that person is in a wheelchair so they must not be able to drive" or "that person is blind so they won't be able to enjoy a movie" or "that person can't be gay.. she doesn't have short hair or wear men's clothing" the gripe for most disabled people comes in when people see the wheelchair (or other impairment) and have an automatic assumption of what they can or can't do based on just the fact that they are in a wheelchair. but it shouldn't be ignored altogether either. each person should be seen holistically.. embracing each part of who they are, including disability, or race or whatever. but not let that one thing define them.
This video made me sad, not because you're gay, but because we are still living in a society were people have repress their true selves this much. I congratulate you on coming out and hope you live a wonderful life with a beautiful girl that is everything you want in a partner.
I remember watching this 7 years ago and not fully understanding why it affected me so much. But I was so in the cycle of suppression I didn’t even realise I was doing it. Now I’m 25 and out and rewatching this… 🏳️🌈
Because she fears people wouldn't accept it not because she thinks it's a bad thing and because she has had a hard time in the past when telling people about it . And because she is happy to finally let it out and it must be such a big thing for her
God does love everyone but on Judgement Day all gay people will be judged.... They will try to convince God to forgive them but God will send all of them to hell! Read the Bible people!!!!
Sarah Sperber Me too, I watched it over and over again because it kind of has this very positive spirit. I don't know but her last videos kind of had a negative vibe and I didn't really like them. It felt she was trying too hard but I didn't know why. It kind of makes all sense now. I really liked this video and I'm very, very happy for her
I am so so happy for you Ingrid, your videos and work are such an inspiration and now we know a little bit more about you! Please carry on doing what you do and inspiring me and so many other people ❤
Homosexuality came easy to me, because I was already weak. My mom died when I was 19. My father had died when I was 13. At an early age, I was already confused about who I was and how I felt about others.My confusion about “desire” and the fact that I noticed I was “attracted” to guys made me put myself into the “gay” category at age 14. At age 20, I came out as gay to everybody else around me.At age 22, I became an editor of the first magazine aimed at a young, gay male audience. It bordered on pornography in its photographic content, but I figured I could use it as a platform to bigger and better things.Sure enough, Young Gay America came around. It was meant to fill the void that the other magazine I’d worked for had created - namely, anything not-so-pornographic, aimed at the population of young, gay Americans. Young Gay America took off. Gay people responded happily to Young Gay America. It received awards, recognition, respectability and great honors, including the National Role Model Award from major gay organization Equality Forum - which was given to Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chr?tien a year later - and a whole host of appearances in the media, from PBS to the Seattle Times, from MSNBC to the cover story in Time magazine.I produced, with the help of PBS-affiliates and Equality Forum, the first major documentary film to tackle gay teen suicide, “Jim In Bold,” which toured the world and received numerous “best in festival” awards.Young Gay America created a photo exhibit, full of photographs and stories of gay youth all across the North American continent, which toured Europe, Canada and parts of the United States.Young Gay America launched YGA Magazine in 2004, to pretend to provide a “virtuous counterpart” to the other newsstand media aimed at gay youth. I say “pretend” because the truth was, YGA was as damaging as anything else out there, just not overtly pornographic, so it was more “respected.”It took me almost 16 years to discover that homosexuality itself is not exactly “virtuous.” It was difficult for me to clarify my feelings on the issue, given that my life was so caught up in it.Homosexuality, delivered to young minds, is by its very nature pornographic. It destroys impressionable minds and confuses their developing sexuality; I did not realize this, however, until I was 30 years old.YGA Magazine sold out of its first issue in several North American cities. There was extreme support, by all sides, for YGA Magazine; schools, parent groups, libraries, governmental associations, everyone seemed to want it. It tapped right into the zeitgeist of “accepting and promoting” homosexuality, and I was considered a leader. I was asked to speak on the prestigious JFK Jr. Forum at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government in 2005.It was, after viewing my words on a videotape of that “performance,” that I began to seriously doubt what I was doing with my life and influence.Knowing no one who I could approach with my questions and my doubts, I turned to God; I’d developed a growing relationship with God, thanks to a debilitating bout with intestinal cramps caused by the upset stomach-inducing behaviors I’d been engaged in.Soon, I began to understand things I’d never known could possibly be real, such as the fact that I was leading a movement of sin and corruption - which is not to sound as though my discovery was based on dogma, because decidedly it was not.I came to the conclusions on my own.It became clear to me, as I really thought about it - and really prayed about it - that homosexuality prevents us from finding our true self within. We cannot see the truth when we’re blinded by homosexuality.We believe, under the influence of homosexuality, that lust is not just acceptable, but a virtue. But there is no homosexual “desire” that is apart from lust.In denial of this fact, I’d fought to erase such truth at all costs, and participated in the various popular ways of taking responsibility out of human hands for challenging the temptations of lust and other behaviors. I was sure - thanks to culture and world leaders - that I was doing the right thing.Driven to look for truth, because nothing felt right, I looked within. Jesus Christ repeatedly advises us not to trust anybody other than Him. I did what He said, knowing that the Kingdom of God does reside in the heart and mind of every man.What I discovered - what I learned - about homosexuality was amazing. How I’d first “discovered” homosexual desires back in high school was by noticing that I looked at other guys. How I healed, when it became decidedly clear that I should - or risk hurting more people - is that I paid attention to myself.Every time I was tempted to lust, I noticed it, caught it, dealt with it. I called it what it was, and then just let it disappear on its own. A huge and vital difference exists between superficial admiration - of yourself, or others - and integral admiration. In loving ourselves fully, we no longer need anything from the “outside” world of lustful desire, recognition from others, or physical satisfaction. Our drives become intrinsic to our very essence, unbridled by neurotic distractions.Homosexuality allows us to avoid digging deeper, through superficiality and lust-inspired attractions - at least, as long as it remains “accepted” by law. As a result, countless miss out on their truest self, their God-given Christ-self.Homosexuality, for me, began at age 13 and ended - once I “cut myself off” from outside influences and intensely focused on inner truth - when I discovered the depths of my God-given self at age 30.God is regarded as an enemy by many in the grip of homosexuality or other lustful behavior, because He reminds them of who and what they truly are meant to be. People caught in the act would rather stay “blissfully ignorant” by silencing truth and those who speak it, through antagonism, condemnation and calling them words like “racist,” “insensitive,” “evil” and “discriminatory.”Healing from the wounds caused by homosexuality is not easy - there’s little obvious support. What support remains is shamed, ridiculed, silenced by rhetoric or made illegal by twisting of laws. I had to sift through my own embarrassment and the disapproving “voices” of all I’d ever known to find it. Part of the homosexual agenda is getting people to stop considering that conversion is even a viable question to be asked, let alone whether or not it works.In my experience, “coming out” from under the influence of the homosexual mindset was the most liberating, beautiful and astonishing thing I’ve ever experienced in my entire life.Lust takes us out of our bodies, “attaching” our psyche onto someone else’s physical form. That’s why homosexual sex - and all other lust-based sex - is never satisfactory: It’s a neurotic process rather than a natural, normal one. Normal is normal - and has been called normal for a reason.Abnormal means “that which hurts us, hurts normal.” Homosexuality takes us out of our normal state, of being perfectly united in all things, and divides us, causing us to forever pine for an outside physical object that we can never possess. Homosexual people - like all people - yearn for the mythical true love, which does actually exist. The problem with homosexuality is that true love only comes when we have nothing preventing us from letting it shine forth from within. We cannot fully be ourselves when our minds are trapped in a cycle and group-mentality of sanctioned, protected and celebrated lust.God came to me when I was confused and lost, alone, afraid and upset. He told me - through prayer - that I had nothing at all to be afraid of, and that I was home; I just needed to do a little house cleaning in my mind.I believe that all people, intrinsically, know the truth. I believe that is why Christianity scares people so much. It reminds them of their conscience, which we all possess.Conscience tells us right from wrong and is a guide by which we can grow and become stronger and freer human beings. Healing from sin and ignorance is always possible, but the first thing anyone must do is get out of the mentalities that divide and conquer humanity.Sexual truth can be found, provided we’re all willing and driven to accept that our culture sanctions behaviors that harm life. Guilt should be no reason to avoid the difficult questions.Homosexuality took almost 16 years of my life and compromised them with one lie or another, perpetuated through national media targeted at children. In European countries, homosexuality is considered so normal that grade-school children are being provided “gay” children’s books as required reading in public schools.Poland, a country all-too familiar with the destruction of its people by outside influences, is bravely attempting to stop the European Union from indoctrinating its children with homosexual propaganda. In response, the European Union has called the prime minister of Poland “repulsive.”I was repulsive for quite some time; I am still dealing with all of my guilt.As a leader in the “gay rights” movement, I was given the opportunity to address the public many times. If I could take back some of the things I said, I would. Now I know that homosexuality is lust and pornography wrapped into one. I’ll never let anybody try to convince me otherwise, no matter how slick their tongues or how sad their story. I have seen it. I know the truth.God gave us truth for a reason. It exists so we could be ourselves. It exists so we could share that perfect self with the world, to make the perfect world. These are not fanciful schemes or strange ideals - these are the Truth.Healing from the sins of the world will not happen in an instant; but, it will happen - if we don’t pridefully block it. God wins in the end, in case you didn’t know. Read more at www.wnd.com/2007/07/42385/#CgM3ruC0RvmGvVkS.99
Hearing you talk about pushing women and girls away and not forming close friendships with them for fear of developing feelings is SO RELATABLE as someone who was denying their bisexuality for most of their life. Thinking back to all the girls I had strained relationships with in middle and high school… I absolutely had huge crushes on them that I refused to admit to myself and just avoided and got annoyed at them instead
Throughout this whole video all I wanted to do was give you a hug. It shouldn't be so terrifying to tell people who you are and have to be afraid of being judged for who you love. I'm so happy for you and that you have so many people that support you and love you no matter what! We love you Ingrid!!
Cutie Lover, she is saying that she is attracted to the same gender as her; girls! It's very hard for people to come out because of the rude and nasty things the people around them will say. In many cases, friends and sometimes even family members will separate themselves from that person just because they aren't heterosexual, or attracted to the opposite sex. Ingrid is a very inspirational, beautiful, and strong woman and I'm so very proud of her and everything she's accomplished! I know and hope others realize that she is still the same person, just a bit more relaxed now. Never going to change my view on her❤️
Natalie Roque I KNOW RIGHT?! ?! ?! I'M SHAKING RIGHT NOW. I'm proud of her of course! But... Connor, Joey... and now sweet Ingrid. I'm happy for her,really happy. I'm just confused. I tought she's gonna joking,but nope. NOPE. Anyway. I love you Ingrid, I really don't care if you love girls or boys. You're amazing and we love you! Everybody deserve the best. BTW. sorry for my bad English.
My name is Crystal, I'm 13 years old and I'm lesbian. I've never said this before and I'm terrified of telling my parents but your video has inspired me to come out.
I definitely didn't see this coming! But you are literally one of the best people on UA-cam/the world. You have this spirit, that is addictive. You're extremely sweet, smart, adorable, humble, caring, and there's just this light within you, anyone who watches your vlogs will know! You are such an amazing human being. The fact that you're able to withstand this! The mental suppression you felt was necessary to please the people around you shows a great deal of strength! You are an inspiration. To me and to others who may have gone through any suppression of expressing who they feel they truly are. I love you, and I hope you HAPPILY continue to live in your truth. Stay Strong Ingrid. Sending all my support and love
Oh my gosh...I can't believe the stuff I'm reading right now. When Troye came out, when Connor came out, when Joey came out, when everyone else came out, there was nothing but joy and praise for how brave they were. Now Ingrid comes out and she's faking it for publicity? Explain to me how she deserves any less love for this video. As for the people saying 'there's no need to come out', this is her career and it is a unique mix of personal emotions/connections and professionalism. It doesn't matter if one person watches this video or one million; what matters is that Ingrid felt the need to tell us, and we need to respect and support that. I literally don't understand how some of you could be so thoughtless and empty of sympathy.
Selena M Agree! And people keep saying that making coming out videos is just attention seeking or that coming out isn't important and 'why would be care' etc. Well the thing is, in this society you are expected to be heterosexual, which is fucking sad. So if she never came out, people would forever be like 'ofc she's het!' and if anyone ever even dared to say otherwise stuff like 'well stfu you cant say shes gay cause shes not' would come up. And I think the lack of females coming out on youtube may have a thing in this. But world has to come around yo this sooner or later. So let's just be proud of Ingrid here! Let's just be positive and support her! Cause she made it, and I'm so freaking proud of her
13:28 she’s right, it’s not fair. It’s not fair to anybody. it’s not fair to her. It’s not fair to a person that she’s in a relationship with. They do deserve a full life. She deserves a full life.
Rebecca Wood well only 1.6% of the population is gay, so people will still kind of assume someone is straight unless they come out. we should be *more accepting* of those who come out as gay, rather than just assuming they're either gay or straight.
***** Well, for one thing: to have grown in a homophobic environment would put homosexuality in a depression. So taking from her experiences(as she HAD grown in one), she'd want of course the acceptance from people close to her, (i.e. her friends, subscribers, etc...). "We live in a world where [gay people] can hold hands in the streets and nobody will say anything to them." Are you sure? There are still a lot of places(and by places I mean communities) that shame the LGBT+ community; or not necessarily shame, but more like unaccepting of several sexualities(including genders).
"I was in a prison built for me by the world and at some point I took over the construction and kept the building going... that was the phase" SO courageous and so beautifully said!! So proud lady!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE YOU!
JoeyGraceffa love you joey
Joey
And I 💕 u and you make my day
love you💓
JoeyGraceffa SOOOO proud to be in a community like this! :D
so, so, so proud of you, Ingrid.
YAS
Tyler Oakley Oeh yesh
We all are...such a beautiful person
I was waiting for you, Tyler :D ♥
And so you should be queen ly💕
I have no idea what possessed me to come back and watch this again 9 years later, but here I am. I hope you’ve been able to live life as your truest self these past nine years and I hope you’re happy and thriving! ❤
So proud of you Ingrid ❤️
Awe❤
I love it when you guys support each other
Love you Eva ❤️
MyLifeAsEva agreed Ingrid if this makes you feel happy, then do it! Being happy is whn you are happyy with yourself and now you will be happy!
Love you Eva and Ingrid you two are queens👑👑
Why are some people so Judgemental. Please let her be with who she wants to be. The world not all black and white, I support you Ingrid, do what makes you happy
Makeupbytinu that video was so unnecessary and pathetic
***** I agree
+Alexandra Z. Your comment was unnecessary, other UA-camrs have done this. Why can't she? Simple as that
well apparently i'm far to be the only one thinking that way ;) they're just attention seekers looking for money so brace yourself, you're contributing to it!
***** So she wants money, big deal! This is her JOB. Her way to MAKE A LIVING. And over time, she has grown to love her subscribers. Do you realize how hard it is to come out? She is doing this to inform us, and to KEEP OUR RESPECT. Stop hating.
I am so happy and proud of you Ingrid! This is so courageous and very inspiring :)
Me too.
💖
Love you Zoe xx
Zoe! I agree^^^
Zoella Me too Zoe!
She was 26 when she filmed this. Coming out at any age can be scary. I’m very proud of her for giving herself her best chance!
why does her age matter?
It doesn’t, just a fun fact!
Girl, I'm so proud of you. I'm so sorry you've had to keep it a secret for so long, but now you are free!! :) Also, your true girlfriends will stick by you and love you and support you no matter whether you are straight, bi, or gay. Sexuality is irrelevant. YOU ARE AWESOME.
I totally agree with you
Taryn Southern Well put ... great words Taryn ... for all the guys that were in love with her .... tough luck
Good lord. The comments on UA-cam are rather disturbing. Why do much hate? Anyway, good on you for finding the courage to speak your truth to the world. And good on you Taryn Southern for being a good human.
Taryn Southern YOU'RE BOTH PERFECT!!
Taryn Southern it so strange that many people got some reason to disrespect boys for being gay
but when it comes up to girls its ok....
Im so happy for you. This video is going to help a lot of people out x
awe alfie 💕
hello alfie
alfie love you
Awww
I love the support! UA-cam is amazing.
Heeeey we don't know each other personally, but we're UA-camr's React fam so just stopping by to say you have my love and support!!!
Timothy DeLaGhetto good guy
I'm right with you. I also just noticed that you and Ingrid are Thai.
Preach 😌🙏🏼
You're a great person and I love your vids
Timothy DeLaGhetto TIMOTHY!!
i watched this when i was about 12 years old when this video came out . i was like , SHES SO PRETTY . 4 years later i found out i’m a lesbian . watching this again makes me look back at myself , i love this woman . she is wonderful .
Same here lmao
I know I don't know you personally but I've watched your videos since the beginning. I've always looked up to you and this doesn't change that. You deserve to be happy and loved for who you are. You are beautiful inside and out. We all support you no matter what. So happy you can now have your "best chance!"
Well said girl! So proud of you, Ingrid! You've inspired and given hope to so many people today. 💜💜
I've been watching your videos for two years now! Your comment warms my heart, thanks for being an amazing person! :)♡
You are amazing Ingrid. So proud of you for coming out!
Hi Mel! I love your videos
Mary Kay hey! thank you :)
Hi omg I'm your biggest fan!
You are my favourite UA-camr!! :)
mel2able heyyyy mel!!
I'm so proud of you!! Now its time to live your life to the fullest!!
Yass maphie I love your channel and love u ingrid❤❤❤
I love you:) proudd of you! Seriously
Your so right!
Yes so right maphie!!!! 😊
Yeah
THIS WAS ONLY 4 YEARS AGO? It feels like forever.
UA-cam was another world back then man
Now it’s 8
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Thanks for sharing what a complicated and important thing this is and for being honest about your story. This was wonderful.
DFTBA Hank and Ingrid!!😘😘
Nicely said Hank☺️
I Cabrinha DFTBA to you all! :) x
GREAT video, Ingrid. Your love and generosity shine through as always. -John
***** Came here from YOU, John!!! I've subscribed to this beautiful human!!!
***** Good for you Ingrid Nilsen. Congrats
it's so good to hear someone say it. makes me feel not alone :)
The same person who once said "I can do whatever I want" says I cannot be in love with a man. I feel bad for her. Being sucked into social conformity and wanting to be a homosexual.
***** Being a homosexual is a mindset promoted by negative culture. If she didn't wan't to be she cans top. This is a fact proven by the nature of male and female genitalia. If you're not a brainwashed homosexual yourself, you know in your heart it's wrong to be one. The only reason you oppose me is because you, much like the gays,want to be accepted by popular culture and society. I don't know of a way you can intelligently respond to me with facts, but give it a try.
I hope now you'll feel like your true self Ingrid, and enjoy your new chapter of your life! I've been watching your videos for a very long time and didn't see this video ever popping up - so now is your time to be your true self! Be proud of who you are xxx. (And well done for being brave!)
Love you Cherry!
Aww💕
Love you Cherry💜
I agree
So true
This is bi far one of my favourite videos
Sloth lovely pun
Lmao
*no pun intended just a typo*
@@phatboi813 Shhh...let us dream.
Booooo
so much love!
:D
yeh I'm proud of her :), btw Nat will you be posting a video soon?
Hi natalie!!!!
communitychannel its pornomusic slash comment time (-: hi nat
***** No, gay is often used to describe homosexual women too. Myself and a couple of my gay female friends actually don't want to identify with the word 'lesbian' for various reasons and feel much more comfortable to identify ourselves as gay.
You looked so nervous to tell us this and there's no reason to be! The ones who matter most will love you no matter what x
This is why I love you and your videos Hannah your so understanding xx
Loveyou Hannah totally supporting ingrid!!❤️❤️
Wise words! So happy you could get that off your chest Ingrid ❤️❤️❤️ you deserve to be happy ☺️
Hannah Renée Definitely!! I totally agree!! xx
Your so right!
now this is the true definition of a role model
love you x10000
YESS
💯💯😍😍😍👌
Definitely! I love ingrid and she is so brave. So much respect
This is so fake omg I know she's a fashionista but being gay isn't a trend hunny
I’m a straight girl/woman but I am here because I wanna learn and know what these people go through. Love is love no matter what 🌈
makeMeCry방탄 that’s really sweet💗☺️
Army!!!
I'm so proud of you
Thank you. If there were more people like you who listened instead of shouted in the world, we could achieve so much more peace and health as a society...
Go you ✨💖
Awww 😊 yess boo gotta get the homophobes
How can anyone be dismissing this beautifully raw and honest video as some kind of stunt? This video is so important. Ingrid is so important. And nobody would voluntarily go through this. To see the genuine relief as she says the words she pushed down for years and years and to see how genuinely excited she is to be starting the life she deserves is both heartbreaking and heartwarming. She showed herself so incredibly vulnerable and I can only imagine how many lives she is changing because of it. Thank you for sharing this with us Ingrid.
Truth.
You can clearly see the emotion, and truth in this video.
LienLoo Her tears didn't seem genuine, i couldn't see emotion. Sorreh.
THIS IS AMAZING
Wow, you've got a lot of layers to your heart. :)
JANA VLOGS nearly the last day jana
Omg I love your videos 😂😘😘
JANA VLOGS Jana i love you and ingrid
JANA VLOGS Jana love you
What is really important and amazing to me is that Ingrid is somewhat representing a huge issue in the lesbian community, and that is feminine invisibility. Ingrid is a huge influential person that I believe will help shed light on feminine lesbians like myself, and change the social perspective of a "typical lesbian". Being feminine and gay can be really hard and I think its very brave and amazing that Ingrid found the courage to finally express her sexuality! Saying someone doesn't look gay is extremely offensive because there is no one look! Be open to the possibility and reality that a girl can be feminine and gay! Congratulations Ingrid!
Lyndsey Newton Wish I could thumbs-up this to the top. Being feminine and gay (And being into feminine women) is a weird concept to a lot of people for some reason.... I'm a girl, I want to be like a girl, and I like girls, because they're like girls. Shocking I know...!
Lyndsey Newton I think by feminine you simply mean a woman who does makeup and has long hair.
Gay people look gay due to bone structure and how they dress and do their hair. Most lesbians who are scared of "looking" like lesbians such as this girl, have naturally long hair and are too scared to cut it off and some eventually do.
I think she looks like Ellen Page and I think Ellen Page looks like a boy, and she doesn't look very "feminine" because her lips aren't bright pink like this girls, who is wearing a MASK to try to cover her natural traits that probably make her look like a lesbian (such as her larger face and jawline). And she is quite likely doing it FOR THAT REASON.
You must be blind if you can''t spot them or their similarities. NOBODY is surprised that Kirsten Stewart is dating a woman for example. Similarly, nobody would be surprised if or maybe WHEN the guy came out. ALSO, his freaking new girlfriend looks like a full on lesbian! Maybe it's to cover for him...
ranoutofeyeballs What. Bone structure? Gay girls are just girls... Some prefer to be / look boyish, that's fine. Some of us don't. Just because some high-profile examples as you made are easy to "spot" doesn't mean all are. You've probably walked right past or looked at various gay people and never known.
Sounds to me like you have a need to justify something to yourself.... Leave that to yourself, no need to preach to others.
As a gay woman myself, I dress and look like any other average woman. Because that's what I am.
ranoutofeyeballs know what where the hell did you get that information. just because you are lesbian does not mean that you automatically want to look "lesbian" or boyish. there is NO way to look lesbian. lesbian is your sexual identity, it has nothing to do with bone structure or how you do your hair. sure some lesbians do that, but there are lesbians who look girly or feminine like ingrid. educate yourself dude.
Er, if you read my post again I think you'll find that I clearly stated I was NOT a lesbian. I went out of my way to make sure people knew whether I was speaking from that point of view or not.
I also did not say they wanted to. I said of those who do. Generally, please just learn to read. I said that most lesbians HAPPEN TO LOOK boyish from BONE STRUCTURE. It doesn't matter if they want it or not. I am also fully aware of what you call girly lesbians, but sorry, I am not a lesbian and I wear no makeup... what does that make me? Are you saying that I look like a boy because I don't wear makeup?
*insert Hayley Hiyoko dancing in a car*
Oh mY GOD
That's my favourite video
When she started crying when she said "it feels so good to say that" i literally wanted to squeeze her and hug her so tight! I wanted to hand her tissues through my screen..
I know... I just wanted to reach through the screen and hug her and tell her its all right.
ashleygames Literall Tears.
ashleygames Me too omg
ashleygames tbh i started crying too bc she looked so happy and relieved
I'm tearing up, I can see in this video you've been holding onto this for a very long time. You've been one of the first youtubers I ever watched and you even inspired me to start making videos. It was you. You are also one of my biggest inspirations in life in general. I love you unconditionally and I'm incredibly proud of you. I'm sure this will help many young girls or boys also to not to be afraid of coming out. Once again - I'm so proud of you, Ingrid
Theresa Blueberry This is true, I'm glad there's also a girl who came out
Theresa Blueberry I subscribed to your channel 🙌🏻
Theresa Blueberry I love your videos!
SO happy for you, Ingrid :) you are an insanely brave person, and many have been moved by your words and your honesty, with us and with yourself. I wish you all the happiness in the world! Love and support
Love u alli.
Alli making a youtube video ... so brave. its like she just did 3 tours in iraq.
I really hope you guys are trolling. Bravery has a lot of different meanings. An act of courage can be big or small and this video took a lot of courage.
Alli Its not brave to state your sexuality when most of the world does not care and a vast majority of her viewers are obviously going to support her.
Ally O'Dette If stating your sexuality is a bravery then I deserve a medal of honor because It didn't take years for me to accept who I am and make it known what I stand for.
Haven't seen this video in 9 years, I remember 10 year old me hiding under the covers and crying watching this video on repeat
I'm bawling crying because I feel so proud of you! I recently came out as bisexual on my channel and it was so difficult but it really encouraged so many young people to go out and vote YES for marriage equality here in Ireland! I'm in a long term relationship with a man, but I met that man while seeing a girl that he was trying to get stuck into and well, haha, the world has it's way of bringing people together, I guess. Regardless of gender. I just find people attractive, and I just LOVE YOU. X
Melanie Murphy My two faves
CiaraR to be anyone's fave alongside Ingrid (one of MY faves) is just, bae. It's bae! (I don't even know what bae means haha, but I think it's good). Thank you X
Oh it is sooo BAE! Hope you enjoyed your treats and bath ;) Not creepy at all! haha.(snapchat by the way) x
Melanie Murphy your UA-cam story is really inspiring, Melanie! (:
Melanie ❤
Oh you know. Sitting and crying my eyes out. Proud of you.
***** you better make a video about this buck!
I'm proud to
Thank you. Not for coming OUT, but for letting us IN 💗
What an amazing way to put it
this is amazing
I love the way you said that I am actually in tears. #sorrygirlyhormoneallissuses
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This is an amazing way of putting it. I loved seeing this comment seeing how the rest are really mean.
Gay or straight Ingrid Nilsen is still amazing.
Ingrid, Troye and Connor coming out were such important moments of mine and many other people's childhoods. as a young and foolish kid (11-12 yrs old) I held prejudices because i simply didn't know better, but their influence seriously was game changing for me and i'll never forget the kind of impact it had on my generation. There are so many other youtubers that had a similar impact that i haven't mentioned but this applies to them too ❤️
i dont understand how anyone could dislike this. i am so happy for you
Love you tara!!
I agree so much with this statement 💁🏼
I don't understand either! Let her liveeee
Kinda felt like crying during this because she was, I cry when other people cry
I came directly from your vlog to this video:)
All these people calling her out on her saying gay instead of lesbian, Saying she's crying for attention. No, she's crying because she is so happy that she can finally come out. Finally be herself, and not lie to keep people happy. I support her 100%.
ara ara nee-sama. You have a good point💛 you earned a subscriber😜
is this literal or serious? cuzz gay means happy and I'm really confused
Imasu Kirisawa seems like she doesn't give a shit actually and she could just do it without those emotions like "hello i'm gay...whatever"
+DiamondSky Then you're really stupid. I mean WOW
Michael Hilliard holy fuck you're gullible lol 😂😂
I NEVER comment on your videos... This may be my first time. But Ingrid, I've been a fan of your videos for all 6 years you've been on youtube. I'm 20 now.. So since I was 14 years old! You were one of the reasons I had started my beauty channel many years ago when I wanted to give it a go (it is a graveyard now but that's irrelevant - haha!)
I just want you to know how incredible it was to see you come out and tell your story in one of the most polite and beautiful ways possible. The respect you will gain from your online friends has just gone through the roof. The acceptance we all have for you shouldn't even have to be vocalized but because the internet can be an ugly place I'm saying it anyway..
Be you - as it is truly the best form of yourself. And as the hate comments begin roll in, remember how much the 3 million subscribers you've built in half a decade just adore you. Including myself!
Much love Ingrid.
I agree girl 🙏💯
Well said!
Well said and so true!
And i subscribed to your channel few weeks ago and i think your channel is great :) I love how you inspire and motivate many people to start to workout and start a healthylifestyle. Thank you for that! We almost have same name by the way haha
Jazmine Garcia whoah! hi there
***** oh hey :D
this video changed my life permanently back in the day
I honestly don't see how anyone could dislike this video. It warms my heart to know that Ingrid can finally live the life she's always deserved. This video is going to inspire so many people out there who are still living in the closet about their sexuality. Why is there the need to hate on this video? This is incredible. It takes a lot to post something like this on the Internet for millions of people to see. Please just all support her rather than bring her down ❤️❤️
I love you so much❤️❤️❤️
Selena Lim I was disgusted when I saw how many people disliked this video. And I completely agree with what you said. I am so incredibly proud of Ingrid. :)
True couldn't have said it eney
better
UA-camrs coming out as gay is not a "trend." I think it's because they see the positive reactions from the community of the ones who are coming out. They realize that it's becoming more accepted and don't want to hide a big part of themselves from their subscribers anymore. So please be happy for Ingrid and don't think that it's for publicity. Spread love not hate because it's very courageous what ingrid did ❤
Yes I know right totally agree with you
Paige Meredith yes exactly! Those videos are just encouraging others, which is usually what people who make those videos want as well. Like many of them (like troye) has said how amazing it is to have their viewers say they were brave enough to come out because of those coming out videos. So it's not a different thing with youtubers.
So true! People are saying that it's for publicity and that it's becoming a trend but this is so false! If a youtuber is gay then obviously they're going to come out and tell their subscribers. I think ingrid is a brave and courageous girl and that everyone should support her and see her the same way as we did before this video. Being gay is a part of her, but that doesn't mean she can be funny and smart and everything else we love her for! X
Wow! So proud of you and all the lives you will touch with this video.
Also ship it
Arielle Scarcella (Life has been touched) :)
no you're lesbian (unless you like boys then you are just straight
creeper101 d.b how about you shut up she likes girls okay get over it
6 years since this uploaded and i still come back to it because it was honestly one of the first moments i could see that being gay is nothing to hide. my own journey with my sexuality has been rocky, so i truly appreciate these scraps of representation that I had to look up to when i was younger. course, there’s a whole lot more now with the community being accepted more!
THIS MADE ME CRY I AM SO PROUD OF YOU
This is so moving, I don't often actually cry but you are so brave
Omg! Me tooo!
Same
Eve Bennett OMG YOU'RE SO FUCKIN GAY
I love and support you Ingrid❤️💕
SO HAPPY FOR YOU
I came here because of you ashley, thank you for telling me about this.
right after watching your video i came here!
Ashley Mardell Ashley
+Lewis omg same!
I came here after watching Ashley's channel as well. It's the first time I've seen anything of Ingrid's, but this video made me want to give her a standing ovation and earned her a new subscriber.
You go glen co co! No but seriously, such a surprise but so happy for you, must be such a good feeling 👏🏻
Maqi cals Can she do what she want to do ? So if you just comment on something you are fishing for subscribers ?
BRITTNEYLEESAUNDERS I love you!
BRITTNEY! ahh I love you lol and I love when the UA-camrs I like watch each other lol
Hey Brittney!
Everything is going to be okay Ingrid love your videos
I still come back to this video sooo many times. I am in the middle of my own coming out experience right now and you were one of the people who inspired me so much.
Update: I came out a little over a year ago now and it was the best thing I ever did.
To all the people saying that it doesn't matter that she's gay or that no one cares: You don't know what it's like to come out. She did this for no one but herself. Coming out is like a weight off your shoulders, and she did it for HER, not for attention, not to jump on the "coming out bandwagon" as I saw someone say. Coming out is a big part of being lgbt+ for most people and it's a huge relief, something that you should not mock or dismiss.
Alonte Kortrw
Please stop..
alonte kortrw it isn't even about the versions, it's how you interpret the text. many people usually like to put the text to the historical context, which has a great influence on the meaning.
I completely agree with you. I'm a christian and I know the Bible says it's "wrong" (as it also says that being an alcoholic is wrong, and lying, etc) but we don't have any right on judging her and attacking her with the Bible because that's not what true christians do. People are judging her because she "sins" differently than we do. We're all sinners here and being straight doesn't make us any better than her. We can't call ourselves the normal ones because she is normal too, she's still human. Our job is to love not judge.
alonte kortrw How I weep for you, my brother Jonathan! Oh, how much I loved you! And your love for me was deep, deeper than the love of women! 2 Samuel 1:26 , Meri is correct its how you interpret the text..where you see Adam and Eve I see Jonathan making love too his brother..Incest? Homosexuality? What is this doing in the bible?
I dont know .. . I think she did this video for more publicity and views. After all, they get paid for their publicity.
The part where you said that this is real and that it's been in your head hurts my heart in such a way I can't explain. So many of us live our lives in our minds and not enough of us actually live our lives in the real world. Regardless if this specific situation applies to your directly or not, I hope you all choose to live your life the way you see fit. Such an inspiration, Ingrid.
So true...
Jill Cardosa Very well said.
Sara Layla hi
Manamana Jojo hi
The fact that people dislike this video is ridiculous. This video is so important.
princessk700♡ You are loved and accepted Ingrid
princessk700♡ they probably disliked it because the young generations just accept that love is love ....gender makes no difference... One day soon no one will bat an eye... we are headed that way now... and for me i didnt dislike the video but ive just always assumed she was gay....so im happy shes happy
No offense, but doesnt she have a boyfriend?
Simply Sara did you even watch the video?
Did you watch the whole video? She said its over...so wtf
“i’m gay , it feels so good to say that” i’m crying so hard rn 😭🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
100th like....
says a lot.
That always makes me cry. I felt that so hard. The worst is when you can’t even say it. Like you just say you like the same sex but you can’t even say the word “gay” out loud.
Why would you want us to know? Whats the point of telling us?
super jim him wow - ok? i was just leaving a comment you do n’t have to take out your negative energy on someone you don’t even know 😬
Forreal
Absolutely incredible, so so proud of you. The world we live in is incredible with people like you coming out! xxx
AdoseofBuckley once said..... WHO THE HELL CARES?! I'm straight, and you don't see me shoving it on people's faces.
Ivan The Shiny Cute Flygon because as a straight person you live in a society that considers that the norm. You can walk down the street holding your lover hand or kiss them with out people giving you nasty looks. You are not discriminated against, you don't risk being beaten up because of your sexuality you didn't have to worry about losing friends or being kicked out of your family for being straight.
And cut the crap about in your face bullshit. It is because society still makes a big deal over homosexuality that people have to come out.
As a straight people you and I will never face the fear what homosexuals face when they start just being their self. The difference between you and I is that I have the compassion you lack.
Ivan The Shiny Cute Flygon Ingrid isn't shoving her sexuality in people's faces. She's sharing her story with her audience.
Carol Gibson What compassion? What about straight people who get bullied? Are they "norm"? No! Bullying is bullying! I got kicked from many things, surprise surprise, I'm straight. In honesty, this video is just someone who says," I think I'm cool just because i said what everyone wants to hear"! And you're the same, bimbo.
Ivan The Shiny Cute Flygon And when you were bullied was it for being straight? Because unless it was the reason you were bullied bringing it up is irrelevant.
I didn't think this was going to make me cry, but then within ten seconds into the video, you said "I'm gay, it feels so good to say that" and started crying. It reminded me of the time I looked at myself in the mirror and uttered the words "I'm gay" for the first time, out loud. So then I started crying because I felt the exact same way as you did at the beginning of this video. It is a very memorable, emotional, and significant experience
Ruby Anira I was seriously a mess while watching this! She's so strong :)
That's exactly what I thought watching this! I don't know if non LGBT people can understand just how hard it is to say that you are gay in the mirror. It took me at least ten minutes and a river full of crying to finally say it! Her introduction reminded me of that pain
I am a heterosexual female. And do not fit into any category of the lgbtq.
But watching and hearing her exclaim those few words made my heart leap for joy ❤❤
It really bothers and saddens me that people have to confine themselves from their true self because they do not fit into the norm.
You don't often or ever see anyone exclaim "I am straight!" and cry out tears of joy because you have finally come into terms with who you trully are.
Society's majority man, really fucks you up on the inside 😭😓😠
:)
Like Connor FRANTA did... Haha💞
I wish you all the best in this new chapter in your life Ingrid xoxo
MakeupByEman It's not really a new chapter in her life... From a young age you now whether you're into girl or guys (or even both). It's not a new chapter in her life, it's probably a new chapter in everyone else's lives because finding out she's gay... but it's not a new chapter.
It is a new chapter of being out...
Emma Louise Sørensen
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Paul Proulx Im black
My Bff’s ex called me gay and I said
“Sadly you are only partially right”
After that he just walked away
(I’m Bi)
You are a strong, beautiful woman!
awwxx
Quishaaaaaaa
Do whatever makes you happy Ingrid, don't feel forced to blend into the coating of the world
Bella LPS TV Preach it girl. Preach it. c:
Bella LPS TV slay
Right
Izzy Tv Petponydomo
Bella LPS TV ^u^
THIS WAS SO SO UNEXPECTED but I'm honestly just so proud of you and thankful for your decision to put such a private thing out there and share it with your viewers! You're so strong! It's all about your videos and your amazing personality, it takes courage to actually let so many people that look up to you know what's going on in your life. Love you! Keep doing your thing ingrid! Can't wait for more videos 💕
I'm literally crying with you so proud LEMME HUG YOU
This is what I wanted to say!❤️❤️
I so agree with this! You're totally right💗
She is an amazing and strong woman!! I am so proud of her too!
You're not alone I'm crying so hard rn
When I first watched this video I was 14, full of doubt and most of all, terrified. I remember so clearly listening to Ingrid’s words and crying because I found myself in them, I was starting to understand that I couldn’t ignore it forever and I knew the implications it had. This video, although it hurt me at first, has helped me so much on my journey of self-understanding and acceptance. Today, as a 20 years old lesbian, I couldn’t be more proud and happy to be who I am. So this is a thank you, I guess.
OMG Ingrid Congrats!! This is so amazing for you to do this! Welcome to the Family!!❤️🌈
😀😀
Ambers Closet LMFAO! "Welcome to the family" >>>>
Welcome to the Club.. Xx
Omg!!! Amber I love you
OMG AMBER
Thanks for such an honest, open video. I know we don't know each other very well (at all really), but because of life circumstances I've always felt somewhat connected to you, and I appreciate how sweet and kind and deserving of love you are. I wish you the best from today to the rest of your life.
Seeing you both support each other like this is amazing! Both such lovely women x
I'm not a subscriber or a fan, I just saw your clip on the #ProudToLove video from UA-cam Spotlight so I just had to check on this video right away. Let me just tell you this, you are a BRAVE woman. It takes a lot of fucking courage to admit who you truly are. I've been there and done that, and it's not easy. Thank you for sharing this, you have inspired a lot of people out there, straight or gay, I respect you for who you are. Thank you, Ingrid.
Me too but I know Ingrid she has a bf
Tin Enerio Ikr I love how she admits she is gay. ..... now other gays will do the same ...... less food consumption because gay people have no children = world better place :D
Tin Enerio Me too, but my sister and I watched a long time ago.
damcs fuck you everyone is allowed to be thereself
damcs wow. u really want to destroy the world from the inside out. Well, you just took one step towards it. It saddens me that you think this way. Go back to your crack den.
Having videos like this is so important. This is a fantastic coming out video. Everything was so eloquently said and explained. Having videos available like this for people who are struggling with coming to terms with their own sexually helps more than I think some people can imagine. I know when I first started to come to terms with my own sexuality, having videos like this to turn to helped me so much. I don’t watch this channel, I came here cause of Rowan Ellis, but thank you so much for being so open and bearing your soul to everyone. Just, thank you.
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news (read as: not really, bc I could give less of a shit.) but to all the people who are leaving negative messages on Ingrid's video, to those of you who say you're fans of hers, yet still left a homophobic comment. You're not really, and you were never truly a fan of hers to begin with, because a true fan of Ingrid's would support her.
It took her a lot of courage to come out, and I'm really happy for her.
Carsen Darling Just because you're a fan, doesn't mean you have to support everything someone does...Chris Brown had lots of fans but not many people agreed when he beat Rhianna...Chris Brown still has lots of fans.
+itsatwinthing1 Are you seriously going to compare a sociopath beating up his girlfriend with someone who is brave enough the talk About who she really is? Wow.. Pathetic...
Evy Bakker My thoughts exactly xD
Carsen Darling ignore stupid people and don't reply to there comments.
***** Not everyone believes in your God and not everyone wants to follow your religion's bullshit. Welcome to the real world. Not everything revolves around your Christian views.
so proud of you girl 💕
Rachel ❤️❤️❤️
Rachel Whitehurst omg Rachel, you da bomb.
I watched this when you first uploaded and didnt write a comment, but i want to congratulate you! Im so happy for you! We are all supporting you and love you just as much ever Ingrid!
I love you chloe! ☺
***** I want to congratulate you for being a n00b. Wrekt
Ingrid it takes a lot of COURAGE to explain who you are and HONESTLY it shouldn't because you are 100% correct you have the right to be WHO YOU ARE and not be ashamed, embarrassed or guilty live the life that was given to you as a gift a gift of LIFE be happy be you and be HAPPY life is wat to short to live with ANY REGRET we all LOVE YOU for you and who you are and what YOU bring to all of us and for that I thank you and support you a 100% because now you are truly giving us 100% and I know that wasn't easy but it should be .. INGRID WE LOVE YOU SO HAPPY FOR YOUR BRIGHT FUTURE.. 💋💋
I agree
***** ok
i’ve identified as a straight female my whole life. me and my family have always been very accepting of the lgbtq+ community. i’ve grown up liking boys and wanting a boyfriend. i never really thought about liking girls. recently, my older sister brought her friends to our house, we went on a drive together and ever since then i haven’t been able to stop thinking about her. it was weird to me because at first she was the only girl i thought was cute, so i was confused. but after taking time to really figure it out, i realize that i am into girls. even though my family would accept me, i’m very scared to come out as bi. i’m afraid of other loved ones like friends, who will treat me differently. watching these videos help me feel like i’m not alone.
Naomi Taylor thank you sweetheart. i hope you figure your story out ♥️
We kinda have the same story.
I grew up liking girls and wanting a girlfriend and soon I questioned myself why I looked at boys more than girls. I figured out I’m gay and accepted it ever since. I came out to my trusted friends and all were supportive
Just remember that you are not being forced to come out, you can come out anytime you want. Just make sure you feel that you are comfortable, confident and in a safe space. (Perhaps have a friend or sibling who support you near you when you come out (for support))
You are *not* alone
@@imthatextrakid8292 Same here I’m a lesbian and I’m 18 and I was scared to come out too but I’m out and I told my mom and my cousins and my brother they accepted me and I’m happy and I accept myself as a lesbian and I’m out and proud of it
People who want to be gay are just confused and lost people you got born into the Earth as a human you got the chance to grow up and live and you decide to be gay not only are you upsetting the balance of the world but you are also sinning yourself and your children just imagine waking up one day and your mother tells you that she's gay that shit is just seriously traumatizing people need to really just open their eyes I'm not saying I can stop someone from being gay like I have no problem being friends with a gay person but if that's how you want to live then you're just completely messing up your whole entire life permanently, believe it or not
SO proud of you Ingrid! I had goosebumps, I cried with you, most of all I am so excited for you! You deserve all of the happiness in the world! Love you SO much. xo
Me too every time she cried I cried too
MissJenFABULOUS The minute she started to cry, I was balling! It is such a brave thing that she is doing by telling the world. I love her so much and support everything that Ingrid does!
YASSS THANK YOU JEN
Yaaaaas Jen,support is great from everyone, ESPECIALLY CLOSE FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
I agree
This made me tear up 😢 I'm so happy you can now live a free life and feel fully present of each moment. Everyone deserves it. It must have been extremely difficult to hold that all in. I really admire your bravery ❤️ Congrats Ingrid.
Ann love you !!!!!!
Youre comment was perfect 😘 and true and wise 😍
I love you Ann! And I completely agree with you. Ingrid is amazing, and she deserves nothing more than to be happy. :D
I love you Ann!! Yes i agree It must been so hard to do this but finally you did it. We are all weird and it's important to love ourselves.
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
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Your sexuality doesn't determine who you are, everyone is the same, everyone deserves to be happy. You are still a beautiful, amazing, kind and funny woman that we all know. You are still you, I believe you will be happier after opening up and please ignore any hate comments, you should be proud and happy with who you are. I still love you Ingrid ❤️
Ong hui min Except criminals...
Whitney Titus im one of those people in wheelchairs and I understand where you are coming from but I think the original comment was everyone is the same meaning we are all human and deserve respect and happiness. helping out someone with physical needs isn't in the same category as if you were to respect them and recognize them as being as human and as deserving of happiness as an able bodied person. In that area we should be treated the same way, but yes we as people with mobility challenges do need some different support sometimes, but we are all people with the same base human needs. love, security, acceptance.
Whitney Titus I agree, lots of pc bs is in the disabled community, but I think the problem arises when the deformity or colour or sexual orientation is first, but completely ignoring that huge part of how they interact with the world is wrong too you're totally accurate that it is disrespectful.
I've noticed people get bent out of shape when they're put into categories based solely on that one aspect of who they are. ex. that person is in a wheelchair so they must not be able to drive" or "that person is blind so they won't be able to enjoy a movie" or "that person can't be gay.. she doesn't have short hair or wear men's clothing"
the gripe for most disabled people comes in when people see the wheelchair (or other impairment) and have an automatic assumption of what they can or can't do based on just the fact that they are in a wheelchair. but it shouldn't be ignored altogether either. each person should be seen holistically.. embracing each part of who they are, including disability, or race or whatever. but not let that one thing define them.
Ong hui min Well said. :)
I remember my 9 year old self crying so much to this video when it was brand new. We all deserve our best chance.
This video made me sad, not because you're gay, but because we are still living in a society were people have repress their true selves this much. I congratulate you on coming out and hope you live a wonderful life with a beautiful girl that is everything you want in a partner.
Bless☝️🙌
Roberts Yes!!! and still people dont get why she is crying!
WOW! So incredibly proud of you lady!!! NOW you can just BE! :D
Agreed love u Shana
omg aye Shanna! I love seeing youtubers support each other!!
shanna r u gonna come out to girl 😂
Hi
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Is it just me that really wanted to give her a hug when she cried at the beginning 💜
No
I wanted to hug her the whole time❤️😂
Sophie Williams I wanted to smack her with ma bible. Gonna scare ya straight.
Lord Flutternoob that's insensitive
No
I remember watching this 7 years ago and not fully understanding why it affected me so much. But I was so in the cycle of suppression I didn’t even realise I was doing it. Now I’m 25 and out and rewatching this… 🏳️🌈
WE ARE SOOO PROUD OF YOU LOVE!!!! we love you
Did anyone else cry...? :,(
Me 😢
I did 😭
Me.
Me too 😢
Love you xxx
Tanya Burr I love her 2 and u as well
I am so proud of ingrid! Xx
I'm so proud 😭
😍
Ingrid, you are just the most amazing person
Aww, why is she crying? It's not a bad thing! She's so sweet.... God loves EVERYONE..
Tears of joy❤️❤️
Yousif Alfuraiji Obvious troll is obvious
alaynagymstar04 Tears Of Fear
Because she fears people wouldn't accept it not because she thinks it's a bad thing and because she has had a hard time in the past when telling people about it . And because she is happy to finally let it out and it must be such a big thing for her
God does love everyone but on Judgement Day all gay people will be judged.... They will try to convince God to forgive them but God will send all of them to hell! Read the Bible people!!!!
this was the first coming out video i had ever seen. 11 year old me was very happy for you. 15 year old me is even happier.
I've watched this at least 100 times, And I really just want to hug and kiss and snuggle you so much right now, but I can't, lots of love
Sarah Sperber You wasted a shit ton of time
Sarah Sperber Me too, I watched it over and over again because it kind of has this very positive spirit. I don't know but her last videos kind of had a negative vibe and I didn't really like them. It felt she was trying too hard but I didn't know why. It kind of makes all sense now. I really liked this video and I'm very, very happy for her
I'm so proud of you! 🌈❤️
Omg, I love your channel!
+Guy Tang gurl i
I am so so happy for you Ingrid, your videos and work are such an inspiration and now we know a little bit more about you! Please carry on doing what you do and inspiring me and so many other people ❤
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Ikr she is such an amazing person ♡
So true! She inspires us all!
Tough Game Critic :b
I am not inspired by videos like this. Does that make me a hater?
Homosexuality came easy to me, because I was already weak.
My mom died when I was 19. My father had died when I was 13. At an early age, I was already confused about who I was and how I felt about others.My confusion about “desire” and the fact that I noticed I was “attracted” to guys made me put myself into the “gay” category at age 14. At age 20, I came out as gay to everybody else around me.At age 22, I became an editor of the first magazine aimed at a young, gay male audience. It bordered on pornography in its photographic content, but I figured I could use it as a platform to bigger and better things.Sure enough, Young Gay America came around. It was meant to fill the void that the other magazine I’d worked for had created - namely, anything not-so-pornographic, aimed at the population of young, gay Americans. Young Gay America took off.
Gay people responded happily to Young Gay America. It received awards, recognition, respectability and great honors, including the National Role Model Award from major gay organization Equality Forum - which was given to Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chr?tien a year later - and a whole host of appearances in the media, from PBS to the Seattle Times, from MSNBC to the cover story in Time magazine.I produced, with the help of PBS-affiliates and Equality Forum, the first major documentary film to tackle gay teen suicide, “Jim In Bold,” which toured the world and received numerous “best in festival” awards.Young Gay America created a photo exhibit, full of photographs and stories of gay youth all across the North American continent, which toured Europe, Canada and parts of the United States.Young Gay America launched YGA Magazine in 2004, to pretend to provide a “virtuous counterpart” to the other newsstand media aimed at gay youth. I say “pretend” because the truth was, YGA was as damaging as anything else out there, just not overtly pornographic, so it was more “respected.”It took me almost 16 years to discover that homosexuality itself is not exactly “virtuous.” It was difficult for me to clarify my feelings on the issue, given that my life was so caught up in it.Homosexuality, delivered to young minds, is by its very nature pornographic. It destroys impressionable minds and confuses their developing sexuality; I did not realize this, however, until I was 30 years old.YGA Magazine sold out of its first issue in several North American cities. There was extreme support, by all sides, for YGA Magazine; schools, parent groups, libraries, governmental associations, everyone seemed to want it. It tapped right into the zeitgeist of “accepting and promoting” homosexuality, and I was considered a leader. I was asked to speak on the prestigious JFK Jr. Forum at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government in 2005.It was, after viewing my words on a videotape of that “performance,” that I began to seriously doubt what I was doing with my life and influence.Knowing no one who I could approach with my questions and my doubts, I turned to God; I’d developed a growing relationship with God, thanks to a debilitating bout with intestinal cramps caused by the upset stomach-inducing behaviors I’d been engaged in.Soon, I began to understand things I’d never known could possibly be real, such as the fact that I was leading a movement of sin and corruption - which is not to sound as though my discovery was based on dogma, because decidedly it was not.I came to the conclusions on my own.It became clear to me, as I really thought about it - and really prayed about it - that homosexuality prevents us from finding our true self within. We cannot see the truth when we’re blinded by homosexuality.We believe, under the influence of homosexuality, that lust is not just acceptable, but a virtue. But there is no homosexual “desire” that is apart from lust.In denial of this fact, I’d fought to erase such truth at all costs, and participated in the various popular ways of taking responsibility out of human hands for challenging the temptations of lust and other behaviors. I was sure - thanks to culture and world leaders - that I was doing the right thing.Driven to look for truth, because nothing felt right, I looked within. Jesus Christ repeatedly advises us not to trust anybody other than Him. I did what He said, knowing that the Kingdom of God does reside in the heart and mind of every man.What I discovered - what I learned - about homosexuality was amazing. How I’d first “discovered” homosexual desires back in high school was by noticing that I looked at other guys. How I healed, when it became decidedly clear that I should - or risk hurting more people - is that I paid attention to myself.Every time I was tempted to lust, I noticed it, caught it, dealt with it. I called it what it was, and then just let it disappear on its own. A huge and vital difference exists between superficial admiration - of yourself, or others - and integral admiration. In loving ourselves fully, we no longer need anything from the “outside” world of lustful desire, recognition from others, or physical satisfaction. Our drives become intrinsic to our very essence, unbridled by neurotic distractions.Homosexuality allows us to avoid digging deeper, through superficiality and lust-inspired attractions - at least, as long as it remains “accepted” by law. As a result, countless miss out on their truest self, their God-given Christ-self.Homosexuality, for me, began at age 13 and ended - once I “cut myself off” from outside influences and intensely focused on inner truth - when I discovered the depths of my God-given self at age 30.God is regarded as an enemy by many in the grip of homosexuality or other lustful behavior, because He reminds them of who and what they truly are meant to be. People caught in the act would rather stay “blissfully ignorant” by silencing truth and those who speak it, through antagonism, condemnation and calling them words like “racist,” “insensitive,” “evil” and “discriminatory.”Healing from the wounds caused by homosexuality is not easy - there’s little obvious support. What support remains is shamed, ridiculed, silenced by rhetoric or made illegal by twisting of laws. I had to sift through my own embarrassment and the disapproving “voices” of all I’d ever known to find it. Part of the homosexual agenda is getting people to stop considering that conversion is even a viable question to be asked, let alone whether or not it works.In my experience, “coming out” from under the influence of the homosexual mindset was the most liberating, beautiful and astonishing thing I’ve ever experienced in my entire life.Lust takes us out of our bodies, “attaching” our psyche onto someone else’s physical form. That’s why homosexual sex - and all other lust-based sex - is never satisfactory: It’s a neurotic process rather than a natural, normal one. Normal is normal - and has been called normal for a reason.Abnormal means “that which hurts us, hurts normal.” Homosexuality takes us out of our normal state, of being perfectly united in all things, and divides us, causing us to forever pine for an outside physical object that we can never possess. Homosexual people - like all people - yearn for the mythical true love, which does actually exist. The problem with homosexuality is that true love only comes when we have nothing preventing us from letting it shine forth from within. We cannot fully be ourselves when our minds are trapped in a cycle and group-mentality of sanctioned, protected and celebrated lust.God came to me when I was confused and lost, alone, afraid and upset. He told me - through prayer - that I had nothing at all to be afraid of, and that I was home; I just needed to do a little house cleaning in my mind.I believe that all people, intrinsically, know the truth. I believe that is why Christianity scares people so much. It reminds them of their conscience, which we all possess.Conscience tells us right from wrong and is a guide by which we can grow and become stronger and freer human beings. Healing from sin and ignorance is always possible, but the first thing anyone must do is get out of the mentalities that divide and conquer humanity.Sexual truth can be found, provided we’re all willing and driven to accept that our culture sanctions behaviors that harm life. Guilt should be no reason to avoid the difficult questions.Homosexuality took almost 16 years of my life and compromised them with one lie or another, perpetuated through national media targeted at children. In European countries, homosexuality is considered so normal that grade-school children are being provided “gay” children’s books as required reading in public schools.Poland, a country all-too familiar with the destruction of its people by outside influences, is bravely attempting to stop the European Union from indoctrinating its children with homosexual propaganda. In response, the European Union has called the prime minister of Poland “repulsive.”I was repulsive for quite some time; I am still dealing with all of my guilt.As a leader in the “gay rights” movement, I was given the opportunity to address the public many times. If I could take back some of the things I said, I would. Now I know that homosexuality is lust and pornography wrapped into one. I’ll never let anybody try to convince me otherwise, no matter how slick their tongues or how sad their story. I have seen it. I know the truth.God gave us truth for a reason. It exists so we could be ourselves. It exists so we could share that perfect self with the world, to make the perfect world. These are not fanciful schemes or strange ideals - these are the Truth.Healing from the sins of the world will not happen in an instant; but, it will happen - if we don’t pridefully block it. God wins in the end, in case you didn’t know.
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Hearing you talk about pushing women and girls away and not forming close friendships with them for fear of developing feelings is SO RELATABLE as someone who was denying their bisexuality for most of their life. Thinking back to all the girls I had strained relationships with in middle and high school… I absolutely had huge crushes on them that I refused to admit to myself and just avoided and got annoyed at them instead
Throughout this whole video all I wanted to do was give you a hug. It shouldn't be so terrifying to tell people who you are and have to be afraid of being judged for who you love.
I'm so happy for you and that you have so many people that support you and love you no matter what! We love you Ingrid!!
Mr Obesity Troll King! That is so rude! She is trying to portray her feelings and you have no right to be evil about it.
DajahMarie Tsiotsoua His name is literally Troll King. Ignore him.
Mr Obesity Troll King! you shut the f up you piece of s**t
Me too 🙊💕
True Words!!
Definitely did not expect this
Me either, i mean she did a boyfriend tag .so proud!!!!!!
Hey can you pleas tell me what is going on thanks
Cutie Lover, she is saying that she is attracted to the same gender as her; girls! It's very hard for people to come out because of the rude and nasty things the people around them will say. In many cases, friends and sometimes even family members will separate themselves from that person just because they aren't heterosexual, or attracted to the opposite sex. Ingrid is a very inspirational, beautiful, and strong woman and I'm so very proud of her and everything she's accomplished! I know and hope others realize that she is still the same person, just a bit more relaxed now. Never going to change my view on her❤️
Me neither! I am kinda freaking out!
Natalie Roque I KNOW RIGHT?! ?! ?! I'M SHAKING RIGHT NOW. I'm proud of her of course! But... Connor, Joey... and now sweet Ingrid. I'm happy for her,really happy. I'm just confused. I tought she's gonna joking,but nope. NOPE.
Anyway. I love you Ingrid, I really don't care if you love girls or boys. You're amazing and we love you! Everybody deserve the best.
BTW. sorry for my bad English.
i really wanna hug you right now
+Lifeas Amelie I love her
me too
me too
Me too
same
My name is Crystal, I'm 13 years old and I'm lesbian. I've never said this before and I'm terrified of telling my parents but your video has inspired me to come out.
Hi I am 11 and want to no if we can be friends and I would like you to let me know how you made out with telling your parents.?????
I'm heterosexual but pagan and am scared too come out the "pagan broom closet".
Have you come out yet? If you haven't yet then we can talk. I'll support you
@@davidsmith7474 I haven't yet, my parents are totally against it. And if I come out to them before i turn 18 I'm scared of what there gonna do to me.
@@big_-guy102 I haven't, still terrified to tell them.
This was incredible. Welcome to the community!❤️
Omg I'm sure Ingrid is happy that someone is so supportive I love you guys +JellyandDay
Amazing. Welcome to the community! So happy for you.
That ok . I will support you and your decision in life. I am change my transgender and be girl
Omg thank you for sharing your story and we love you.
Kaelyn and Lucy the community grows! yeeeah! :))
Hi kealyn and Lucy! I know you don't have as many views as other youth era but I think you are truly amazing! 😘
I definitely didn't see this coming! But you are literally one of the best people on UA-cam/the world. You have this spirit, that is addictive. You're extremely sweet, smart, adorable, humble, caring, and there's just this light within you, anyone who watches your vlogs will know! You are such an amazing human being. The fact that you're able to withstand this! The mental suppression you felt was necessary to please the people around you shows a great deal of strength! You are an inspiration. To me and to others who may have gone through any suppression of expressing who they feel they truly are. I love you, and I hope you HAPPILY continue to live in your truth. Stay Strong Ingrid. Sending all my support and love
God coming back to this so many years later has me emotional. 2015 was a landmark year for so many of us.
IM SO SO SO PROUD OF YOU INGRID!! i wish i can jump through the screen and hug you right now
this made me cry tears of JOY!! you deserve all the happiness!
love you ingrid!
you have like a thousand comment on this video like stfu really
Bart Simpson not really hahahah
Brandon Fisher You know what, FUCK OFF
Brandon Fisher STFU do not put people down bc they are different
Oh my gosh...I can't believe the stuff I'm reading right now. When Troye came out, when Connor came out, when Joey came out, when everyone else came out, there was nothing but joy and praise for how brave they were. Now Ingrid comes out and she's faking it for publicity? Explain to me how she deserves any less love for this video. As for the people saying 'there's no need to come out', this is her career and it is a unique mix of personal emotions/connections and professionalism. It doesn't matter if one person watches this video or one million; what matters is that Ingrid felt the need to tell us, and we need to respect and support that. I literally don't understand how some of you could be so thoughtless and empty of sympathy.
Couldn't have said it better myself.
Selena M Agree! And people keep saying that making coming out videos is just attention seeking or that coming out isn't important and 'why would be care' etc. Well the thing is, in this society you are expected to be heterosexual, which is fucking sad. So if she never came out, people would forever be like 'ofc she's het!' and if anyone ever even dared to say otherwise stuff like 'well stfu you cant say shes gay cause shes not' would come up. And I think the lack of females coming out on youtube may have a thing in this. But world has to come around yo this sooner or later. So let's just be proud of Ingrid here! Let's just be positive and support her! Cause she made it, and I'm so freaking proud of her
Lesbophobia is real and disgusting. People are convinced that women need men in their lives, so this is obviously "a ploy to get publicity". Right.
13:28 she’s right, it’s not fair. It’s not fair to anybody. it’s not fair to her. It’s not fair to a person that she’s in a relationship with. They do deserve a full life. She deserves a full life.
I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU ♥ . I look forward to your future now that you've had this boulder lifted off your chest :3! **hugs you & flies away**
***** this comment is super cute
I love your videos!!!
Why are all the hot girls lesbian😭. Men know the feeling
Awww you guys are so sweet! ❤️
Lol I just recently subbed to u a few weeks ago and I thought I recognized your picture lol😜
I love you, I love this! Thank you for sharing your story. You are a beautiful person inside and out!
Yaaaas Korey. We love you Ingrid
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🐝Yoncé🐝
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Koryyyyy she's brave
I hope that one day people won't have to 'come out' if they are gay and we will just accept others for who they are and see this as a normality.
Rebecca Wood well only 1.6% of the population is gay, so people will still kind of assume someone is straight unless they come out. we should be *more accepting* of those who come out as gay, rather than just assuming they're either gay or straight.
***** Well, for one thing: to have grown in a homophobic environment would put homosexuality in a depression. So taking from her experiences(as she HAD grown in one), she'd want of course the acceptance from people close to her, (i.e. her friends, subscribers, etc...).
"We live in a world where [gay people] can hold hands in the streets and nobody will say anything to them." Are you sure? There are still a lot of places(and by places I mean communities) that shame the LGBT+ community; or not necessarily shame, but more like unaccepting of several sexualities(including genders).
***** what the hell is wrong with you show some fucking respect.
Yes!!
TOM10460 Its not a disease its natural but not normal.
2017: I’m bi
2018: I’m pan
2019: IM A FULL ON LESBIANNNN
Samee
SAMEEE
Same, but starting in 2014.
same, in that order
SAF ! dude i- that was literally my transition too lmao