Am I the only one who doesn't want to be early to videos? Sometimes I just let them sit in my subscription box until I feel like I need something special to watch.
Agreed, i wanted to watch all her videos of he consultation and the after videos she did but i decided i wanted to wait till she done them all basically so i can spend some time just to watch them all and really get into it all.
i was just gonna say! actually, cultural anthropology as a field focuses solely on cultural development, etc. it's super interesting! (also it does't require as much school.)
Yes, she was saying archeology but all the time I was thinking that was she really would like is anthropology. I believe it matches much more her interests.
Stef, FYI, the thing you described - wanting to learn about people and culture, is anthropology! Very similar to archaeology in a way, but with anthropology you're learning about ancient ways of life through what archaeologists find and what historians write. It's the perfect mix of history and archaeology (and my minor)!
Depression is such a different animal from anxiety, even though they're linked. I've had chronic depression almost my entire life and I know how to cope with that in healthy, constructive ways. When I started having severe anxiety in my 20s, that is whole other issue. Anxiety attacks are crippling for days. They keep me from sleeping, which makes it worse. They keep me from being able to focus on ANYTHING, so I can't do work, help around the house, read, write, anything but sit and watch tv and crochet. I'm always so... maybe happy isn't the right word... but it's validating to hear you talk about your anxiety and how much it stops you sometimes because you just need to cope. Obviously PTSD is far worse than anything I personally face, but it's validating to know I'm not alone in having to FIGHT to get out of bed some days, and that others are surviving this feeling too. So, thank you, Stef, for being so open. I love you for it and I love this community you've built.
omfg i have anxiety too and honestly the lunchroom was the absolute worst for me, both from fear of others and an anxiety about eating in front of others and dishing up food in line. i actually nearly dropped out 8th grade and ended up going home right before lunch. thank god for my mom pulling strings because otherwise i would have legit dropped out because it was that bad
Brodolo I always thought I was the only one that felt that way growning up. It's one of those things that are impossible to explain to people that have never experienced the effects of severe anxiety so it's actually really hard to reach out for help, especially as a kid when you barely realize what's even wrong. I was diagnosed at 15 with anxiety, depression, and PTSD after a 6 week long catatonic episode, but I don't think I really understood what that meant until years later. Being in a constant state of extreme anxiety and paranoia and being completely disinterested in life and suicidal were my normal until I got pregnant with my first child so I didn't understand that other people didn't go through life feeling that way because that was my normal. I was on Lexapro for 3 months when I was 18 and that was really when it hit me that how I was feeling was super unhealthy, but that there was hope to feel better. I couldn't afford to keep taking it, but I have been coping really well since then through meditation and enjoying my beautiful children. :)
Brodolo i actually did drop out of high school because of my anxiety. it was so bad i didnt show for classes and i had missed my whole junior year because of agoraphobia. i did get my GED and have a great job, but still deal with this stupid anxiety :( im hapoy you didnt drop out!
my depression and "funky days" are every day unfortunately :/ mine is chronic, along with a few other mental illnesses. every day I wake up with the first thought in my head being one of sadness or depression, or suicidal thoughts. when things get that bad, the only thing worth waking up for anymore is your loved ones. hope if anyone else can relate, that you're doing okay
Joy Rose, Same for me. I know how you feel. Recently I switched meds and it really helped my Chronic Dopamine Deficient Depression. I hope this will help; SSRI's were always prescribed for me being a common antidepressant but didnt work well because I was fine serotonin wise. Then I asked my doctor specifically for dopamine lifters, which are uncommon. I still feel the way you described, every day, but I take my pills to feel better for the day. It brings me to normal functionality and I manage to get through the day without sinking. Gradually it's gotten better overall for longer. The pain and 'voice' is still there but it's manageable. I'm explaining this because I want to inform anyone taking SSRI's for serotonin that if they don't work try a dopamine lifter (a separate brain chemical that affects motivation, energy and mood, instead of the happy optimism the serotonin focuses on) but I had to research on my own. Good luck and stay strong!
You're honestly my favorite trans UA-camr. The way you approach ignorance is so welcoming and... easy? I don't know how to explain it but I feel like the way you explain things aren't condescending or trying to make people feel stupid or bad for themselves. Keep up the good work xx 😘
I can't stop STARING at your eye makeup. You executed it PREFECTLY it's hypnotizing. THAT LINER! You've perfected that inner corner decline. I loved your content otherwise love your transparency and honestly. Thank you!!
You have thought me more about this world so unfamiliar to me than anyone online. I might not be in your shoes to fully grasp the journey you are undertaking, but the strength and courage required genuinely astonishes me. You have my undying respect, you truly are a beautiful and humble person. I hope that in a few years time, I'll hear you reach a point where all the dysphorias and breakdowns are a thing of the past. Your smile and words of encouragement have helped many people, but also educated others, and that for me is incredibly important. :)
i almost died in montreal getting mine. just saying. its brutal. it being long done now I love it of coarse. i dont know if that experience is normal or not.
Naomi Kolawole ohh so thats how they abbreviate it, i see i see sounds painful but i have watched videos and the people never seem to regret it which is amazing to see the look of happiness on their faces afterwards
As a mother of 4 kids, you are truly one heck of a great person. I love watching your videos and streaming. You are stunningly beautiful! And you have such a great head on your shoulders. I hope everyone watches your videos because we need more tolerance in this world. Let everyone do them and not try to change others! Keep up the great work young lady!
I'm the same with my sexuality, Stef! If people ask I say Pansexual, but really if I like someone it's because of something we have in common and their personality and stuff like that, gender has no affect on me and it won't make or break my attraction to someone.
Colourless Autumn As far as I know, bi people usually tend to only date cis people. But really I think it's all up to what the person wants to call themself :)
Colourless Autumn No??? Your gender has nothing to do with your sexuality. Like if you're a straight trans man that doesn't mean you're only allowed to date trans women.
I just had to say this but whenever I watch her videos I feel this motherly vibe radiating from her, it's comforting and soothing. Thanks for making my day better :)
I was one of the people who commented on your lip, not maliciously though, just out of curiosity. That being said, it looks better and better in each video. And I do recall Dr. Spiegel noting that the jaw is always the last thing to heal fully in your pre-operation video. Either way, you look amazing and this eye look is everything! I love halo eyeshadow.
Okay I'm really (quite selfishly) comforted by the fact that you have those multiple days of not being able to do anything or feel anything. (I go there all the time) And the last time I was like that for two months. I honestly had started believing I was just unable to feel like a person anymore, but seeing that you have felt like that (for shorter times but still) and seeing that you still are successful despite it makes me a lot more hopeful.
Is it weird that the hug was super comforting and soothing for me? I watched it a couple of times. I might save this so I can watch that when I'm having a rough day.
The number one reason why I love Stef as a creator is the fact that she is real and she cares about the people who watch her. The virtual hug is the sweetest thing and so helpful. Thank you so much.
I could totally see you as a "Sabrina" but I'm glad you settled on Stef. I'm glad you're living your authentic self and working towards being a happier, better you. It's so amazing to see your transition progress and how much happier you've been seeming lately. I'm very proud of you. Love you!
I disagree. I went to university for anthropology and I reallllly hate being outside and dirty, lol. I would much rather study cultures and linguistics.
Mortessa Where I went they could not stress enough how iportant is ethnological field work for anthropologists today. You can study from home, sure, but after postmodernism fell on us, the old armchair anthropologist is even older. Unless you focus upon online communities, of course :D
I mean you don't have to be dirty and digging stuff up in order to do ethnological studies. I can certainly study other cultures and be a participant observer without being on a dig site. I'm not saying sit at home and be just an observer (unless like you say, you're studying online communities, in which could be a participant observer still).
I have a degree in archaeology and thankfully its not all about going outside and getting dirty! :) there are so many braches too it that means you can stay inside and stay warm and dry haha
it depends how the youtuber exports their video, with premiere pro you can choose which resolution will be available right away (i usually do 720p) but ive also had videos that only have 360p when first uploaded
Your comment about not pursuing women is accurate for cis women too!! I almost never pursue women because for some reason I'm just so much more self-conscious around women!! Not just you or even just trans women hun!!
Maybe instead of Archaeology you'd be more interested in Anthropology. Its the study of the ancient cultures and societies! Also, I have to say, I love your personality!
Aleks Avramova in some countries archaeology is a separate field entirely, so it depends on where you are if it falls under the anthropology umbrella... at least as far as a degree goes.
Omg bread mom!! You look amazing girl ❤❤👸🏼 btw, when you talked about your love for ancient civilizations, that career would be anthropology. That's basically the study of ancient cultures and ways of life and trying to figure out how people thousands or even hundreds of years ago lived from the evidence that we have 👌🏼 I was super interested in that for a long time myself until I realized that I'm much happier doing makeup 😌
Kate Gleave see yours fits you...I had to freaking Google search like I'm a City? I'm a dog oh 😐😐😐😐 Husky still is like a majestic meaningful Dog though!
Girl, your voice fascinates me to an extent i cant comprehend. Imma creep ik lol. But you are SO BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for being such a extraordinary role model to the community ❤ love you
I LOVE ARCHEOLOGY and for ALL THE SAME REASONS you do! You are so interesting to listen to and I ALWAYS feel better about myself after listening to you. I have major depression and anxiety and I get stuck for days in bed sometimes, but when I listen to you I feel like I'm not alone so if I have bad times it'll be okay as long as I just keep trying. I think you're ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS INSIDE AND OUT and I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS THANK YOU FOR BEING SO HONEST AND OPEN ABOUT EVERYTHING, YOU'RE AWESOME! LOVE YOU MUCH!💞
I love you and I am glad I stumbled on you wile looking for new youtubers to suscribe to, I love to listen to you especially when I am depressed listening to you makes me feel better. I also like to listen to you when I can't sleep, not that your boring or anything I just find you calming
I agree - as someone diagnosed with ptsd and depression I find it the best to just take a day or two to let it happen and recharge and do some self care in the form of doing things that are fun so I'm focusing on the positive instead of the negative. you sound to be doing everything right to me
omg, you make me relaxed... I love asmr, but the way you speak make me feel so comfy and relaxed. You should study something about therapy to help people, omg.
love you girl! you've really helped open my eyes to a whole new world, and helped me understand a life beyond the cys life that was all I knew growing up. thanks for your vids and your love!! ❤❤
Hi Stef! Thank you for your wonderful wisdom and love :) I'm a straight, cisgendered woman, and I am so in love with your soul and am so appreciative of who you are and the messages you share with the world. You deserve all the success that comes your way!
Could you look anymore beautiful lovie? To me the answer is NO. You radiate goodness and beauty. It oozes through the computer and you make this world so much more colorful just by being in it.
you're such an ispiration to me, I've been watching your videos and they have cheered me up so much. recently cps took me from my mom and I've been having a hard time but you've helped me forget
Did you know that Waardenburg syndrome is the same mutation that causes some mice and horses (and other animals) to have the white patterning on their head? :)
STEF, PLEASE READ THIS!!! I think you would be interested in social anthropology. I'm majoring social anthropology in university, and we study different cultures! (without the boring hard sciency part). We use a technique called etnography, in which we live with a group of people for a X amount of time to understand how they perceive the world. I'm interested in Anthropology of gender. There's a AMAZING book by a gay anthropologist called "Travesti", which is about transwomen population in favelas in Brazil! ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
miga, qual o nome do autor do livro? to escrevendo um trabalho sobre transfeminismo, estudo na UnB, super agradeceria se você pudesse me passar essa informação xoxo ❤️
why did that virtual hug literally make me cry??? like I just finished my makeup and I have to redo it. it wasn't even directed toward me... but it was the shit I needed to hear.
The coping strategy of "letting it happen" actually can be healthy provided it works for you. In DBT I think they call it "letting go of suffering," the idea is not to push away the emotion and also not to reject it. Just kind of sit back, and nonjudgmentally let your emotions happen The key is to do it nonjudgmentally though, because if you start to judge the feeling as either good or bad it can quickly become something a lot worse. Can be difficult to master for that reason but it's a method I use as well
When I got my wisdom teeth out, part of my chin/lower lip area was numb for about 6 months so I know what you mean and you def get used to it! But don't worry, the feeling will eventually come back! Slowly but surely haha
You are the best person in the world, you make me feel so comfortable and loved and you are helping me get through tough times. Thanks for the virtual hug I love you so much and I wish you the best
Hi Stef, I just wanna say you are beautiful and thank you for sharing your journey with us. You have really helped me to understand the "process" of transitioning.
okay so the virtual hug was super calming and i feel better now
tenfortunecookies right?
I was going to say the same thing. Stef would be amazing at asmr
tenfortunecookies ya I have been having a bad day and now it's totally all better
Omg I actually teared up when she did that.
tenfortunecookies I loved the virtual hug
When you said Iris was a bitch name I was about to be like.
'Iris is the name of my dog and she's not a bitch... oh wait'
Basic Bird omg😂😂😂
Basic Bird ahahaha love it
I am trying so hard to not wake up my husband from the laughing this comment caused. Which isn't a bad thing.
Her deadname was Stefan, which she doesn't like bringing up
but you (I) Couldn't Help It
Am I the only one who doesn't want to be early to videos? Sometimes I just let them sit in my subscription box until I feel like I need something special to watch.
pineappleagent1 I'm the same way lol
pineappleagent1 same, yes!!!!!!
pineappleagent1 haha i like to reserve some videos for when i get home from work or wait until before i go to bed lol
Agreed, i wanted to watch all her videos of he consultation and the after videos she did but i decided i wanted to wait till she done them all basically so i can spend some time just to watch them all and really get into it all.
I'll say it again... she is so well spoken and so easy to understand. I love how she words things!
1:39 "Hi breadmom, HELLO" favorite part of the video.
Rain Shoshana But the hug was great too 😉
I mean realistically, the whole video was great!
Rain Shoshana Agreed!
Rain Shoshana i watched it twice 😂
6:49 "love you xxxx, I LOVE YOU TOO" also a good part :p
Currently a high school art teacher and I always have the door open at lunch. Kids from all grades come in and work, talk and eat together
Lena Whisper as a high school student, thank you. 💜
Yo Stef you should look in anthropology which is the study of people and cultures. It's quite fascinating :>
i was just gonna say!
actually, cultural anthropology as a field focuses solely on cultural development, etc. it's super interesting! (also it does't require as much school.)
Yes, she was saying archeology but all the time I was thinking that was she really would like is anthropology. I believe it matches much more her interests.
I think sociology might be more up her alley as well.
ethnography as well
That's what I came here to say! I studied cultural anthropology in school.
she is one of the prettiest girls ive seen tbh
I found the virtual hug strangely relaxing.
Sometimes I watch Stef's videos just to hear the encouraging "Hello little buns!" introduction when I'm depressed. It always cheers me up :)
Stef, FYI, the thing you described - wanting to learn about people and culture, is anthropology! Very similar to archaeology in a way, but with anthropology you're learning about ancient ways of life through what archaeologists find and what historians write. It's the perfect mix of history and archaeology (and my minor)!
I'm sorry to hear about you having a rough time with your mental health recently, I hope you feel better ASAP. 💙💚
Jeannette Dahlia-Harvey nice profile pic
That virtual hug was lovely :)
Depression is such a different animal from anxiety, even though they're linked. I've had chronic depression almost my entire life and I know how to cope with that in healthy, constructive ways. When I started having severe anxiety in my 20s, that is whole other issue. Anxiety attacks are crippling for days. They keep me from sleeping, which makes it worse. They keep me from being able to focus on ANYTHING, so I can't do work, help around the house, read, write, anything but sit and watch tv and crochet.
I'm always so... maybe happy isn't the right word... but it's validating to hear you talk about your anxiety and how much it stops you sometimes because you just need to cope. Obviously PTSD is far worse than anything I personally face, but it's validating to know I'm not alone in having to FIGHT to get out of bed some days, and that others are surviving this feeling too.
So, thank you, Stef, for being so open. I love you for it and I love this community you've built.
I've been feeling shitty and that virtual hug almost made me cry for a second there
Thanks bread mom, you the bestest
so, my grandfather, who i was really close to, passed away this past weekend. that virtual hug was so nice and sweet and i just feel lighter.
Maria Ross sorry for your loss,sending hugs to you
omfg i have anxiety too and honestly the lunchroom was the absolute worst for me, both from fear of others and an anxiety about eating in front of others and dishing up food in line. i actually nearly dropped out 8th grade and ended up going home right before lunch. thank god for my mom pulling strings because otherwise i would have legit dropped out because it was that bad
Brodolo I always thought I was the only one that felt that way growning up. It's one of those things that are impossible to explain to people that have never experienced the effects of severe anxiety so it's actually really hard to reach out for help, especially as a kid when you barely realize what's even wrong. I was diagnosed at 15 with anxiety, depression, and PTSD after a 6 week long catatonic episode, but I don't think I really understood what that meant until years later. Being in a constant state of extreme anxiety and paranoia and being completely disinterested in life and suicidal were my normal until I got pregnant with my first child so I didn't understand that other people didn't go through life feeling that way because that was my normal. I was on Lexapro for 3 months when I was 18 and that was really when it hit me that how I was feeling was super unhealthy, but that there was hope to feel better. I couldn't afford to keep taking it, but I have been coping really well since then through meditation and enjoying my beautiful children. :)
Brodolo i actually did drop out of high school because of my anxiety. it was so bad i didnt show for classes and i had missed my whole junior year because of agoraphobia.
i did get my GED and have a great job, but still deal with this stupid anxiety :( im hapoy you didnt drop out!
my depression and "funky days" are every day unfortunately :/ mine is chronic, along with a few other mental illnesses. every day I wake up with the first thought in my head being one of sadness or depression, or suicidal thoughts. when things get that bad, the only thing worth waking up for anymore is your loved ones. hope if anyone else can relate, that you're doing okay
Joy Rose Hey, this was me a couple years ago but now I wake up each day ready to go to classes and see my friends. It does get better! ❤❤
Joy Rose, Same for me. I know how you feel. Recently I switched meds and it really helped my Chronic Dopamine Deficient Depression. I hope this will help; SSRI's were always prescribed for me being a common antidepressant but didnt work well because I was fine serotonin wise. Then I asked my doctor specifically for dopamine lifters, which are uncommon. I still feel the way you described, every day, but I take my pills to feel better for the day. It brings me to normal functionality and I manage to get through the day without sinking. Gradually it's gotten better overall for longer. The pain and 'voice' is still there but it's manageable. I'm explaining this because I want to inform anyone taking SSRI's for serotonin that if they don't work try a dopamine lifter (a separate brain chemical that affects motivation, energy and mood, instead of the happy optimism the serotonin focuses on) but I had to research on my own. Good luck and stay strong!
i normally don't even notice makeup on people but holy shit i love your eyeshadow! it looks so perfect on you!
You're honestly my favorite trans UA-camr. The way you approach ignorance is so welcoming and... easy? I don't know how to explain it but I feel like the way you explain things aren't condescending or trying to make people feel stupid or bad for themselves. Keep up the good work xx 😘
I can't stop STARING at your eye makeup. You executed it PREFECTLY it's hypnotizing. THAT LINER! You've perfected that inner corner decline. I loved your content otherwise love your transparency and honestly. Thank you!!
You have thought me more about this world so unfamiliar to me than anyone online. I might not be in your shoes to fully grasp the journey you are undertaking, but the strength and courage required genuinely astonishes me. You have my undying respect, you truly are a beautiful and humble person. I hope that in a few years time, I'll hear you reach a point where all the dysphorias and breakdowns are a thing of the past. Your smile and words of encouragement have helped many people, but also educated others, and that for me is incredibly important. :)
for the SRS surgery you should look at princessjoules. she had SRS in Thailand and she said they did a amazing job.
Princess Joules had hers done in Montreal, Canada and had a hell of a time in recovery.
i almost died in montreal getting mine. just saying. its brutal. it being long done now I love it of coarse. i dont know if that experience is normal or not.
i know its stupid but someone mind telling me what srs surgery is and is it super painful? i'm curious
thekawaiibosnian srs is sex reassignment surgery
Naomi Kolawole ohh so thats how they abbreviate it, i see i see
sounds painful but i have watched videos and the people never seem to regret it which is amazing to see the look of happiness on their faces afterwards
As a mother of 4 kids, you are truly one heck of a great person. I love watching your videos and streaming. You are stunningly beautiful! And you have such a great head on your shoulders. I hope everyone watches your videos because we need more tolerance in this world. Let everyone do them and not try to change others! Keep up the great work young lady!
mybabyohbabyboutique I'm a mama of 4 as well ❤
I'm the same with my sexuality, Stef! If people ask I say Pansexual, but really if I like someone it's because of something we have in common and their personality and stuff like that, gender has no affect on me and it won't make or break my attraction to someone.
Look up demisexual. That's what my boyfriend is
Jackie - that's bisexuality. :$
Colourless Autumn As far as I know, bi people usually tend to only date cis people. But really I think it's all up to what the person wants to call themself :)
hello jello That doesn't make sense. I am bisexual. Does that qualify me as "cis" or..?
Colourless Autumn No??? Your gender has nothing to do with your sexuality. Like if you're a straight trans man that doesn't mean you're only allowed to date trans women.
I just had to say this but whenever I watch her videos I feel this motherly vibe radiating from her, it's comforting and soothing. Thanks for making my day better :)
when you turned to the side...your profile...to die for 😊
WHEN STEF MENTIONED SKYRIM I GOT SO HAPPY
I was one of the people who commented on your lip, not maliciously though, just out of curiosity. That being said, it looks better and better in each video. And I do recall Dr. Spiegel noting that the jaw is always the last thing to heal fully in your pre-operation video. Either way, you look amazing and this eye look is everything! I love halo eyeshadow.
That virtual hug was really calming haha. I'm going through a lot and you always manage to make me feel at peace when I watch your videos. love you
Okay I'm really (quite selfishly) comforted by the fact that you have those multiple days of not being able to do anything or feel anything. (I go there all the time) And the last time I was like that for two months. I honestly had started believing I was just unable to feel like a person anymore, but seeing that you have felt like that (for shorter times but still) and seeing that you still are successful despite it makes me a lot more hopeful.
Is it weird that the hug was super comforting and soothing for me? I watched it a couple of times. I might save this so I can watch that when I'm having a rough day.
Stef that virtual hug was sooooo cute!!! I love that you end a lot of you videos with affirmations for us. YOu have no idea how much that helps me
that you for talking about depression/anxiety!! it's nice to know I'm not the only one going through that and thank you!!!
Early Gang??( Love you Stef)
Your virtual hug was so sweet and calming thank you breadmom♥
LOVED the virtual hug. Made me feel loved even though I didn't ask for it. XO
The number one reason why I love Stef as a creator is the fact that she is real and she cares about the people who watch her. The virtual hug is the sweetest thing and so helpful. Thank you so much.
That virtual hug was so satisfying.. It made me happy 😊
I could totally see you as a "Sabrina" but I'm glad you settled on Stef.
I'm glad you're living your authentic self and working towards being a happier, better you. It's so amazing to see your transition progress and how much happier you've been seeming lately. I'm very proud of you. Love you!
Stef, anthropology is actually a lot like archeology but without going outside!
teaaddictedlosr the whole point of anthropology is going outside :D
I disagree. I went to university for anthropology and I reallllly hate being outside and dirty, lol. I would much rather study cultures and linguistics.
Mortessa Where I went they could not stress enough how iportant is ethnological field work for anthropologists today. You can study from home, sure, but after postmodernism fell on us, the old armchair anthropologist is even older. Unless you focus upon online communities, of course :D
I mean you don't have to be dirty and digging stuff up in order to do ethnological studies. I can certainly study other cultures and be a participant observer without being on a dig site. I'm not saying sit at home and be just an observer (unless like you say, you're studying online communities, in which could be a participant observer still).
I have a degree in archaeology and thankfully its not all about going outside and getting dirty! :) there are so many braches too it that means you can stay inside and stay warm and dry haha
i love that you go really in depth with each question ✨
when you're so early it's only in 360p
adam nelson when videos go up they generally take time to process to their different resolutions.
it depends how the youtuber exports their video, with premiere pro you can choose which resolution will be available right away (i usually do 720p) but ive also had videos that only have 360p when first uploaded
Octavia-Orchid lol
I almost physically felt that virtual hug it was so calming
I hope you're feeling better! ❤❤❤️
Your comment about not pursuing women is accurate for cis women too!! I almost never pursue women because for some reason I'm just so much more self-conscious around women!! Not just you or even just trans women hun!!
The white hair patch is honestly goals af 👌🏽
moonlight galaxies i know
She's so calming to me like honestly her voice and background and everything are just soothing as fuck like iS THIS JUST ME
You. Look. So. Good. Also ily
IKR
You're such a RAD human. And really excellent advocate. Thank you for what you do!
Maybe instead of Archaeology you'd be more interested in Anthropology. Its the study of the ancient cultures and societies! Also, I have to say, I love your personality!
Tellyouwhat archaeology is a discipline in anthropology :)
That's right! Thanks for pointing that out.
Aleks Avramova in some countries archaeology is a separate field entirely, so it depends on where you are if it falls under the anthropology umbrella... at least as far as a degree goes.
yeahhh Anthropology fam! :D
want know if trangrand people do like man or women
The virtual hug literally made me tear up thank you!!❤️❤️
Omg bread mom!! You look amazing girl ❤❤👸🏼 btw, when you talked about your love for ancient civilizations, that career would be anthropology. That's basically the study of ancient cultures and ways of life and trying to figure out how people thousands or even hundreds of years ago lived from the evidence that we have 👌🏼 I was super interested in that for a long time myself until I realized that I'm much happier doing makeup 😌
you are such a kind hearted soul! your videos really put a smile on my face! :)
12:47 I think my heart just melted 😭
watching your videos brings me so much joy and comfort xx
Your makeup and hair is amazing and is slaying in this video. 😍
ILY!
Also I love how you answer questions fully and actually correct people when they make a mistake without being mean...
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YOU LOOK SO GOOD
The virtual hug made me feel really fuzzy inside ❤
I think your patronus would be an arctic fox
Kate Gleave mine too except that's because it's my current hair color dye brand.
Kate Gleave mine was a newfoundland
Isabella Rose mine's a Husky!
Mother Of 4 Cubs ^^^
Kate Gleave see yours fits you...I had to freaking Google search like I'm a City? I'm a dog oh 😐😐😐😐 Husky still is like a majestic meaningful Dog though!
I love the way she talks about everything.Even things I don't know about.
Girl, your voice fascinates me to an extent i cant comprehend. Imma creep ik lol. But you are SO BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for being such a extraordinary role model to the community ❤ love you
I LOVE ARCHEOLOGY and for ALL THE SAME REASONS you do! You are so interesting to listen to and I ALWAYS feel better about myself after listening to you. I have major depression and anxiety and I get stuck for days in bed sometimes, but when I listen to you I feel like I'm not alone so if I have bad times it'll be okay as long as I just keep trying. I think you're ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS INSIDE AND OUT and I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS THANK YOU FOR BEING SO HONEST AND OPEN ABOUT EVERYTHING, YOU'RE AWESOME! LOVE YOU MUCH!💞
"Hi Breadmom"
"HELLUH"
I love your videos Steph! You are so inspiring
I love you and I am glad I stumbled on you wile looking for new youtubers to suscribe to, I love to listen to you especially when I am depressed listening to you makes me feel better. I also like to listen to you when I can't sleep, not that your boring or anything I just find you calming
You always look great, but in the thumbnail for this video you are ON POINT, girl :D
Stef, every time you post a new video, I feel happy, and every time I watch, I wish they would go on for hours. Thank you for being so amazing
Notification gang where ya at?
I agree - as someone diagnosed with ptsd and depression I find it the best to just take a day or two to let it happen and recharge and do some self care in the form of doing things that are fun so I'm focusing on the positive instead of the negative. you sound to be doing everything right to me
That virtual hug was nice
not even gonna lie i cried a little when you hugged us. needed that.
omg, you make me relaxed... I love asmr, but the way you speak make me feel so comfy and relaxed. You should study something about therapy to help people, omg.
scarletwitch91 I love this idea
love you girl! you've really helped open my eyes to a whole new world, and helped me understand a life beyond the cys life that was all I knew growing up. thanks for your vids and your love!! ❤❤
awwww I needed that hug :3
You're actually the cutest thing your videos always seem to make me smile at points.
Wait so naturally your mom has had white hair since her 20s? That is awesome!
Emily Elam yes and my Dad had pure white hair by the time he was thirty.A couple of my siblings have it too.
wow I can't even come close to explaining why, but that virtual hug brought me to tears. you are an amazing person.
18:52 I'm literally dying. 😂 "Instagram user THIS DYCK" 😂😂😂😂😂
Hi Stef!
Thank you for your wonderful wisdom and love :) I'm a straight, cisgendered woman, and I am so in love with your soul and am so appreciative of who you are and the messages you share with the world. You deserve all the success that comes your way!
Could you look anymore beautiful lovie? To me the answer is NO. You radiate goodness and beauty. It oozes through the computer and you make this world so much more colorful just by being in it.
kimbabloom Love the way you answer your own question LOL. I couldnt agree more.
you're such an ispiration to me, I've been watching your videos and they have cheered me up so much. recently cps took me from my mom and I've been having a hard time but you've helped me forget
Did you know that Waardenburg syndrome is the same mutation that causes some mice and horses (and other animals) to have the white patterning on their head? :)
Hannah Thraxton-Duell I did not know that but it reminds me of the first time Stef saw a horse with that white patch,she had to hug it.
Catherine peloza Are you Stefs mom? :)
dwarf1997 yes I am
Catherine peloza She is a beautiful girl, and you are an amazing family!
enderal is awesome! the ending is one of the best stories i've seen in a long time. hope you enjoy it.
STEF, PLEASE READ THIS!!! I think you would be interested in social anthropology. I'm majoring social anthropology in university, and we study different cultures! (without the boring hard sciency part). We use a technique called etnography, in which we live with a group of people for a X amount of time to understand how they perceive the world. I'm interested in Anthropology of gender. There's a AMAZING book by a gay anthropologist called "Travesti", which is about transwomen population in favelas in Brazil! ♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
Beatriz Morais Great book
miga, qual o nome do autor do livro? to escrevendo um trabalho sobre transfeminismo, estudo na UnB, super agradeceria se você pudesse me passar essa informação xoxo ❤️
why did that virtual hug literally make me cry??? like I just finished my makeup and I have to redo it. it wasn't even directed toward me... but it was the shit I needed to hear.
The coping strategy of "letting it happen" actually can be healthy provided it works for you. In DBT I think they call it "letting go of suffering," the idea is not to push away the emotion and also not to reject it. Just kind of sit back, and nonjudgmentally let your emotions happen
The key is to do it nonjudgmentally though, because if you start to judge the feeling as either good or bad it can quickly become something a lot worse. Can be difficult to master for that reason but it's a method I use as well
For more on this skill: dbtselfhelp.com/html/letting_go.html
I feel your patrons would be an otter. Because you hold our hands down the river of life ❤️
Oh Steph :D I can totally picture you being a documentary style TV show presenter. That would be so cool.
When I got my wisdom teeth out, part of my chin/lower lip area was numb for about 6 months so I know what you mean and you def get used to it! But don't worry, the feeling will eventually come back! Slowly but surely haha
When stef gave the virtual hug... It really made me feel good. ❤️
Stef the thumbnail of this vid is so cute!! Omg.
You are the best person in the world, you make me feel so comfortable and loved and you are helping me get through tough times. Thanks for the virtual hug I love you so much and I wish you the best
Your eye makeup tho! Have a greate day, love and greetings from germany :)
Hi Stef, I just wanna say you are beautiful and thank you for sharing your journey with us. You have really helped me to understand the "process" of transitioning.
YOU LOOK SOOOOOOOOOO PRETTY OH MY GOSH 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Stef is so cute when she gives a virtual hug & says come here my darling 😭😭😭❤️❤️
Loving your voice in this one. Have you tweaked it a little bit?
As usual, I personally relate to you so much and it feels amazing to hear someone put to words some of the feelings I have too.