Hi Emmett I’m from the uk,I just saw your story on snapchat and felt I had to comment.I am Christian but refer to myself as a realist;I’m a real person with real issues. I know that god loves you and is proud of you for sharing your story. I hope and pray that others in your situation will receive great comfort and support in your videos. Love and own who you are, god knew your journey before you were born! So whether your trans,gay etc just know that god loves you and so does Jesus. Your church don’t understand because their relationship with god is stale. They may read from the bible but it doesn’t make them Christian. Jesus said we are to love one another. The church should have said emmett we don’t understand but will you help us so we can help others. So its down to you to inspire others to love themselves and accept who they are. And to live their lives to the fullest! God bless you and anyone who reads this, just know god loves you and Jesus died for you too 💖💖💖
I truly felt the spirit watching this. We are Heavenly Fathers children and when we turn to him and show him our faith... he will never turn away from us. I know he loves us and i'm so happy for you. It takes a strong testimony to go what you have gone through, from a mission to your transition. Forget what all the haters say, the only thing that matters is the relationship between you the lord. :)
Dude! That's so awesome!!! I'm only 4 months on T. So glad you have so much support. Share your story. Give hope to other "TransMormons" who don't have that support. :) Best of luck to you!
I'm a LDS trans guy too. Thank you so much for making this. I read that article about you on Huffington post. I saw you said you were praying to be an instrument in the Lord's hands. You have been. And you've helped me SO so soooo much. I've been depressed and suicidal most of my life and I've just been trying to force myself to live as a girl and be a good daughter for my parents and God. But as I got closer to God I knew of His love for me and I found this resounding truth that He wants me to be comfortable and happy with who I am. One night I prayed to know if I was transgender and I found this video a trans guy made. It seemed as though every word was speaking to me. And I knew that yes, I am a boy even though I was born a girl. My parents and sister are trying to call me by my new name and I want to change my appearance to match who I am on the inside. But I have been scared about what will happen in the church. I know the handbook says trans people can get in trouble. And I'm not sure what my future will hold. But I have faith and I trust in God and your story gave me the courage I needed. So thank you so much. It means so much to me. More than I could ever describe.
A. Rococo Thank you so much for your kind kind words!!! I am so glad you know who you are. Don't let anyone take that from you. You know your identity. It's not an easy road to be Trans and in the church, but I do wish you the very best!
Emmet THANK YOU!!!! I grew up Mormon too!!! I just hated my body and I did all the good Mormon boy things. I was happy but, something pulled at me from the dark from the closet. I also had no name for it. I just thought I was messed up. I went through counseling with the bishop for it. It always came back no matter what. I suppressed her for so long. My life was miserable and I was angry. Till my wife left me and I fell into depression and suicidal thoughts. Then the internet caught me and I saw my answer "transgender". I had prayed too to wake up in another body. I am now a year into my hrt and happier than I ever was. I'm glad to know other Mormons like me exist.
Emmett- I came across your story from an article covering Soraya Zaman's photography project you were a part of. I too was born and raised Mormon. I am gay- so while our struggles may not be the same- I applaud you for being so brave in speaking out and being an advocate. I don't know very much about the trials and unique experiences (good and bad) that trans people go though, but I would certainly like to learn. It seems like it would be harder in some ways to find support and understanding in the LDS community as a trans person- so I am amazed and grateful at your example. Thanks again for being an amazing man and son of God. Sending love and support your way!
When I read that you thought God hated you, it was heartbreaking. I'm sorry you had such a hard time to get to where you are. I'm so glad you stayed alive and that you're finally discovering how to embrace who you are.
I’m a Mormon, returned missionary. I’ll have to be honest, that’s just really unique. Some can hate me, but losing yourself in the mission, you find who you truly are. I honestly believe you found yourself. I am proud of those that have come out. LGBTQ. It takes a lot of courage. Congrats to many and blessings to those who are still working up the courage to come out.
Thanks for sharing! I love how you included the slide on how you have the same testimony. I think that sort of thing is so important for other Christians to hear....that you can be trans and still have a testimony.
Emmett, I am truly happy for you. I, too, am transgender, MtF, and a Mormon. The only difference is my ward bishop has told me that I am not welcome at my home ward. I don't know what to do or say because I have a testimony and I love my Lord Savior. Oh yeah, I do have same gender attraction and I am going to try and stay with my wife. Do you have any ideas or suggestions? Thanks and much love, Paige
Paige Tucker Hi! I am so sorry to hear that you aren't welcome at your ward. That is very sad. :( Unfortunately, many people in the church don't like what they don't understand, or what appears to be "different." All I can say is just be honest, kind, and humble. I've had better reactions from leaders when I've made it clear I would like to continue to worship and I don't want to create problems, but without demanding it. Let them see you for who you are. :)
Thanks for sharing Emmett! I am Mormon myself. I appreciate your courage and your honesty. It really seems like you are trying to live your life the best you can and do what you feel is right. What else can anyone ask? What else can God hope for us? Best wishes to you on your own journey. I wish you all the happiness!
This video may be old but it’s the answer to my own prayers. Thank you. Thank you so much. I can never express to you how much I needed to see this. I wish you the best of luck on your journey.
You're adorable, beautiful, and awesome! What a triumph! I have a gay Daughter and she is 15 and has been out for 5 months now and is having suicidal thoughts.. I will have her watch your story! I am sure it will bring her hope! You a great example for others like you! Thank you for sharing! Very important and will help others! Courageous and necessary!
Thank You for sharing your story. It was great to see my own story reflected in yours. Only I am non-binary, but my outward expression is more masculine. I struggled for several months to determine the current role the Mormon Church would have in my life. It was made clear to me about were the Lord wants me to be and that He loves my just as I am; as Steffen. Amazing
Saw this from snap chat! I'm LDS, and I love this! I am straight but I've always Loved the LGBT Community. I'm proud of you. I'm so glad you made that choice, just remember there are other Mormons out there like me who will always support you! 💕
I have also been praying and begging god to change me over the night so many times, even if it would cause the worst (physical) pain in my life, and I somehow also always knew he wouldn't do it :'( I've also just come out to my parents and they treat me like sh*t bc of it, and they don't believe that this is me and they think it's just phase or whatever, and they don't think that god made me a girl for nothing. I'm going to the doctor in a week so that she hopefully can help my parents to believe that I'm actually transgender. This video also really helped me bc it also described my life a lot, so thank you!!
I just wanted to add a little voice of encouragement and love to your post. Stay true to who you are and close to God! I am sorry that your parents do not understand and that perhaps their ignorance is preventing them from fully reaching out in full acceptance and love. There has been such a lack of information on this, especially within religious communities, and hopefully opinions will change with additional education. Keep being strong! I hope your visit with the doctor went well. Just know that you have many on your side! (Even though I'm not transgender - just a sympathetic and educated person of faith.) Good luck; my prayers are with you! God loves you so much, just the way you are.
@@МарияКосмос-е6ж Thanks for asking Maria:) Got on T summer 2020 and it changed my life completely. Got off waiting list for mastectomy because danish system transphobia so I basically have to keep my mental record clean because they think it is reason to not get further transition because of their own thoughts of "mental illness could mean you are not trans". Other than that, I am actually doing quite good. Training to become a nurse at the moment and have big ambitions to read medicine as well so I can study neurology:) Getting to know myself better by mentalisation and therapy has made me becaome more at ease with myself and the world, and most people when I tell them I'm trans are in disbelief. Life has been rough for me for sure, but I have new appointment with trans clinic to see if they believe I can come back on waiting list for mastectomy.
@@forestofgloom1353 I’m very happy for you. I’ve watched many transgender stories on UA-cam recently, and I feel so much empathy for trans people. And it’s heartbreaking that the world is so far from accepting LGBTQ+ members. I live in Russia, last year president signed the law that bans transitioning. Trans people also cannot adopt children or get married.
Hey dude. I'm currently going to my mission as a 'Sister', though honestly I wish I was born a boy. I haven't realized this until three years ago during high school during depression treatment. I plan to come out after my mission in Chile but I don't know how to, perhaps you could advise me? I'm currently 19, and not telling the parents I love is killing me. I'm scared of going to church wearing a tie and what's more is not being accepted by my own family. I've been raised in the church with my brother and sister and it hurts so much that they're all homophobic/transphobic. Have any advise?
Well, I know everybody's situation is different, but I'll tell you this. I tried telling my parents before I left for my mission. It didn't work.... But I'm so glad I did serve my mission. It brought me closer to God and made me a better version of myself. I came to know Him and I came to know who I was even better. I came out to my parents over the phone while I was at college, about 3 months after I got home from my mission. It was hard on my parents and family. It has been a rough year, but everything I've done I've prayed about. And I came out to them when it felt right. My brother, who told me he didn't approve of my transition, recently called me his brother for the first time and said he was happy I was happy. So, give it time. They will need time to process and grieve the fact they feel they are losing their "daughter."
I see so many ftm people talking about how they feel like transitioning is the right thing to do and that that's who they really are, but I'm so confused because when I prayed for answers, I got the answer that I was a daughter of god, and not supposed to transition. I was told in a blessing that I am a girl. I was told that God doesn't make mistakes. I'm supposed to serve a mission and get married in the temple and have kids, and be a 'woman'. And yet I am so miserable like this and I have no idea what to do. I want to do what's right, but I just want to be happy for once in my life.
I know how you feel. I truly believed for a long time that I was a daughter of God, and that I was "supposed" to be a mother and all of those things. I was trying to convince myself that's who I was and I could be happy. It came down to me being suicidal and miserable trying to live that way or transition and be happy. I guess the difference is that I received a CLEAR witness one day that my spirit was make and that really I am His Son. That doesn't happen to everyone. Everyone's experiences are different. But we have to do what is best for our health and well-being. I wish the best of luck to you, truly.
Gods Beautiful Creation ... Thank You so much for sharing your story ... i have also followed you on Twitter... I am an in-active Mormon ! Maybe one day i will go back and marry in the temple but who knows.... I am studying Person Centred Counselling and i wondered if you minded me using your story in my Presentation in University to highlight the challenges you have overcome during your transition and about the Mormon faith . i can make you an-ominous due to confidentiality if you wish? Your Story would make a heart warming film and awareness that no matter what gender/ race/ sexuality / we are all gods children and he never sees any one of us different from the other xx PEACE and LOVE
This is amazing!!!! So I’m also transgender I’m MtF. I’m also a member of the church. I’ve been transitioning for almost 7 months now. My branch and my missionaries are aware and they’ve been all super supportive of me and we even changed my name in my membership record to reflect my new legal name as Allyson Lliara! I am so thankful to have such a loving and amazing branch family like them. It has made my transition to Allyson be so amazing and soooo peaceful. Keep being you!!!! :) I had shared my testimony at the beginning of the month of how god has blessed me in my life and having him accepting me as a daughter of his has been amazing. I am so thankful to be who I am today. I’m thankful to know that god loves me no matter what!
You are an amazing beautiful and handsome man! I'm so glad to have met you! I applaud you for being brave enough to become your true self! I spent far too many years being depressed, hating myself, wishing I had never existed, and contemplating suicide, trying to be what everyone else expected me to be. It is not worth it! Only you know who are. You are responsible to do what is best for you.
This is exactly how I felt growing up. I was born male and I felt very miserable as a child. I felt female and I was uncomfortable with my own body. I hated being a boy, it sucked!!! So I told my family I wanted to be myself, a girl. After that I started living as a female and started estrogen shots. Today, I'm legally a woman and living a HAPPY LIFE!!! I love my body and myself :)
How courageous of you to share your story. I am sure it will help others understand a bit more about what it means to be trans and hopefully will help them to be more accepting. I am sure it will also help other trans people who may be struggling. I wish you all the best on your journey and hope that you find peace and happiness.
I just want to give you a hug! Thank you so much for sharing this. This video was a huge answer to my prayers and I one day hope to transition as well (mtf), while keeping my testimony and beliefs intact.
+Emmett Claren thanks Emmett! Question for you, have you come into any backlash from the church in any way? How is your relationship with ward members(especially the other guys)? Anywho, keep being the awesome inspiration you are to the trans and transmormon community!
+Al Pals Well, I tend to keep to myself at church. I don't really talk to the guys because I'm afraid of being asked to do something I can't do. (I don't have the priesthood). For the most part, my leaders have been affirming and supportive. We're taking it one day at a time with the knowledge and revelation we currently have.
I'm not a very emotional person, but I cried a little during this. I'm 11, and I want to be a transgender girl, but I know that people that are trans can't enter the temple. What should I do? Tell me. I'm begging you.
Nathan Eliason Hi there! I can tell you this: many Trans people do go to the temple. It's just up to your bishop and stake president. I have Trans friends who are able to go. Now as far as temple marriage, as a Trans man I can't marry a Cisgender woman because the Church doesn't recognize me as my true spirit gender. I don't know if that will ever change, but I try to stay optimistic.
Your 7 mths vid came on after I was watching some1 else. So I watched Vice vids & decided 2 watch your journey. Kinda God sent or something. Ur so inspiring brother! Many Blessings 🙏🖖
Aww bro Jesus loves you too!! I just think that he made you who you are for a reason. And you may not realize it right now but I think you will one day.. the world is going to need that wonderful young lady that he created in you to shine... because you were beautiful btw!!❤but its okkk if it may take a little transitioning to realize it😘
I feel very identified with you. I'm going through something like that, and I've felt very identified with your story. I hope to be just as happy and overcome this happening to me.
Hi Emmet! I'm Lucas, and I Was Mormon. Im from Brazil, at Ceará. I Am Transgender too. How I do to be a returned to Church? I dont know this is Possible?! (sorry i dont speak english very well).
Hi :) I guess the really short answer is that it doesn’t bother me for people to know. I’m very open and also share old pictures of myself all the time. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without living for 21 years as “her.” I respect those who don’t want to share anything from their pre-transition past. I personally am just a very open book and have found that the more “I” share, the less power trolls and haters have over me. :)
What is best for you is always best for others around you as without the peace that recognition brings you cannot function well in any group. God bless ( he did! )
Hi Emmet! I'm Lucas, and I Was Mormon. Im from Brazil, at Ceará. I Am Transgender too. How I do to be a returned to Church? I dont know this is Possible?! (sorry i dont speak english very well)
Lucas Benjamim Aragão Hi! Just start going to church again. :) that's the first step. Start by going to first hour only. And when you feel ready then you could try going to Sunday school.
Hi Emmett I’m from the uk,I just saw your story on snapchat and felt I had to comment.I am Christian but refer to myself as a realist;I’m a real person with real issues. I know that god loves you and is proud of you for sharing your story. I hope and pray that others in your situation will receive great comfort and support in your videos.
Love and own who you are, god knew your journey before you were born! So whether your trans,gay etc just know that god loves you and so does Jesus. Your church don’t understand because their relationship with god is stale. They may read from the bible but it doesn’t make them Christian.
Jesus said we are to love one another. The church should have said emmett we don’t understand but will you help us so we can help others. So its down to you to inspire others to love themselves and accept who they are. And to live their lives to the fullest! God bless you and anyone who reads this, just know god loves you and Jesus died for you too 💖💖💖
One of the most beautiful comments I have ever read. 😢 Thank you so so much for your words. I hope everyone reads this. 💙
I truly felt the spirit watching this. We are Heavenly Fathers children and when we turn to him and show him our faith... he will never turn away from us. I know he loves us and i'm so happy for you. It takes a strong testimony to go what you have gone through, from a mission to your transition. Forget what all the haters say, the only thing that matters is the relationship between you the lord. :)
Hey thank you so much! Really! :) I've come to just be at peace with it and I don't care as much as I used to about what others think.
Very inspiring story I am 15 Mormon and also ftm. I'm about 8 months on t and all of my family supports me
Dude! That's so awesome!!! I'm only 4 months on T. So glad you have so much support. Share your story. Give hope to other "TransMormons" who don't have that support. :) Best of luck to you!
It seems like we're sitting in the same boat! :)
i also wanna to do it....bt i hope that my family won't support me....
I'm a LDS trans guy too. Thank you so much for making this. I read that article about you on Huffington post. I saw you said you were praying to be an instrument in the Lord's hands. You have been. And you've helped me SO so soooo much.
I've been depressed and suicidal most of my life and I've just been trying to force myself to live as a girl and be a good daughter for my parents and God. But as I got closer to God I knew of His love for me and I found this resounding truth that He wants me to be comfortable and happy with who I am. One night I prayed to know if I was transgender and I found this video a trans guy made. It seemed as though every word was speaking to me. And I knew that yes, I am a boy even though I was born a girl.
My parents and sister are trying to call me by my new name and I want to change my appearance to match who I am on the inside. But I have been scared about what will happen in the church. I know the handbook says trans people can get in trouble. And I'm not sure what my future will hold. But I have faith and I trust in God and your story gave me the courage I needed.
So thank you so much. It means so much to me. More than I could ever describe.
A. Rococo Thank you so much for your kind kind words!!! I am so glad you know who you are. Don't let anyone take that from you. You know your identity. It's not an easy road to be Trans and in the church, but I do wish you the very best!
Emmet THANK YOU!!!! I grew up Mormon too!!! I just hated my body and I did all the good Mormon boy things. I was happy but, something pulled at me from the dark from the closet. I also had no name for it. I just thought I was messed up. I went through counseling with the bishop for it. It always came back no matter what. I suppressed her for so long. My life was miserable and I was angry. Till my wife left me and I fell into depression and suicidal thoughts. Then the internet caught me and I saw my answer "transgender". I had prayed too to wake up in another body. I am now a year into my hrt and happier than I ever was. I'm glad to know other Mormons like me exist.
Emmett-
I came across your story from an article covering Soraya Zaman's photography project you were a part of.
I too was born and raised Mormon. I am gay- so while our struggles may not be the same- I applaud you for being so brave in speaking out and being an advocate. I don't know very much about the trials and unique experiences (good and bad) that trans people go though, but I would certainly like to learn. It seems like it would be harder in some ways to find support and understanding in the LDS community as a trans person- so I am amazed and grateful at your example.
Thanks again for being an amazing man and son of God. Sending love and support your way!
When I read that you thought God hated you, it was heartbreaking. I'm sorry you had such a hard time to get to where you are. I'm so glad you stayed alive and that you're finally discovering how to embrace who you are.
I’m a Mormon, returned missionary.
I’ll have to be honest, that’s just really unique.
Some can hate me, but losing yourself in the mission, you find who you truly are.
I honestly believe you found yourself.
I am proud of those that have come out. LGBTQ.
It takes a lot of courage. Congrats to many and blessings to those who are still working up the courage to come out.
Thanks for sharing! I love how you included the slide on how you have the same testimony. I think that sort of thing is so important for other Christians to hear....that you can be trans and still have a testimony.
Emmett, I am truly happy for you. I, too, am transgender, MtF, and a Mormon.
The only difference is my ward bishop has told me that I am not welcome at my home ward.
I don't know what to do or say because I have a testimony and I love my Lord Savior.
Oh yeah, I do have same gender attraction and I am going to try and stay with my wife.
Do you have any ideas or suggestions?
Thanks and much love,
Paige
Paige Tucker Hi! I am so sorry to hear that you aren't welcome at your ward. That is very sad. :( Unfortunately, many people in the church don't like what they don't understand, or what appears to be "different." All I can say is just be honest, kind, and humble. I've had better reactions from leaders when I've made it clear I would like to continue to worship and I don't want to create problems, but without demanding it. Let them see you for who you are. :)
Thanks for sharing Emmett! I am Mormon myself. I appreciate your courage and your honesty. It really seems like you are trying to live your life the best you can and do what you feel is right. What else can anyone ask? What else can God hope for us? Best wishes to you on your own journey. I wish you all the happiness!
This video may be old but it’s the answer to my own prayers. Thank you. Thank you so much. I can never express to you how much I needed to see this. I wish you the best of luck on your journey.
I'm Mormon and I'm panromantic and I don't know my gender yet. thank you for giving me hope.
Hey, stay strong. It really does get better. :) I wish you the best.
You're adorable, beautiful, and awesome! What a triumph! I have a gay Daughter and she is 15 and has been out for 5 months now and is having suicidal thoughts.. I will have her watch your story! I am sure it will bring her hope! You a great example for others like you! Thank you for sharing! Very important and will help others! Courageous and necessary!
Thank you Mary! If your daughter would like to talk, I'd be more than happy to help.
Just watched Eri Hayward's doc and found this video, you are amazing,keep it up:)
Thank You for sharing your story. It was great to see my own story reflected in yours. Only I am non-binary, but my outward expression is more masculine. I struggled for several months to determine the current role the Mormon Church would have in my life. It was made clear to me about were the Lord wants me to be and that He loves my just as I am; as Steffen. Amazing
Saw this from snap chat!
I'm LDS, and I love this! I am straight but I've always Loved the LGBT Community. I'm proud of you. I'm so glad you made that choice, just remember there are other Mormons out there like me who will always support you! 💕
I have also been praying and begging god to change me over the night so many times, even if it would cause the worst (physical) pain in my life, and I somehow also always knew he wouldn't do it :'(
I've also just come out to my parents and they treat me like sh*t bc of it, and they don't believe that this is me and they think it's just phase or whatever, and they don't think that god made me a girl for nothing. I'm going to the doctor in a week so that she hopefully can help my parents to believe that I'm actually transgender.
This video also really helped me bc it also described my life a lot, so thank you!!
I just wanted to add a little voice of encouragement and love to your post. Stay true to who you are and close to God! I am sorry that your parents do not understand and that perhaps their ignorance is preventing them from fully reaching out in full acceptance and love. There has been such a lack of information on this, especially within religious communities, and hopefully opinions will change with additional education. Keep being strong! I hope your visit with the doctor went well. Just know that you have many on your side! (Even though I'm not transgender - just a sympathetic and educated person of faith.) Good luck; my prayers are with you! God loves you so much, just the way you are.
How are you doing now? ❤
@@МарияКосмос-е6ж Thanks for asking Maria:) Got on T summer 2020 and it changed my life completely. Got off waiting list for mastectomy because danish system transphobia so I basically have to keep my mental record clean because they think it is reason to not get further transition because of their own thoughts of "mental illness could mean you are not trans".
Other than that, I am actually doing quite good. Training to become a nurse at the moment and have big ambitions to read medicine as well so I can study neurology:) Getting to know myself better by mentalisation and therapy has made me becaome more at ease with myself and the world, and most people when I tell them I'm trans are in disbelief. Life has been rough for me for sure, but I have new appointment with trans clinic to see if they believe I can come back on waiting list for mastectomy.
@@forestofgloom1353 I’m very happy for you. I’ve watched many transgender stories on UA-cam recently, and I feel so much empathy for trans people. And it’s heartbreaking that the world is so far from accepting LGBTQ+ members. I live in Russia, last year president signed the law that bans transitioning. Trans people also cannot adopt children or get married.
@@forestofgloom1353 I like your animation very much btw 💝
Hey dude. I'm currently going to my mission as a 'Sister', though honestly I wish I was born a boy. I haven't realized this until three years ago during high school during depression treatment. I plan to come out after my mission in Chile but I don't know how to, perhaps you could advise me? I'm currently 19, and not telling the parents I love is killing me. I'm scared of going to church wearing a tie and what's more is not being accepted by my own family. I've been raised in the church with my brother and sister and it hurts so much that they're all homophobic/transphobic. Have any advise?
Well, I know everybody's situation is different, but I'll tell you this. I tried telling my parents before I left for my mission. It didn't work.... But I'm so glad I did serve my mission. It brought me closer to God and made me a better version of myself. I came to know Him and I came to know who I was even better. I came out to my parents over the phone while I was at college, about 3 months after I got home from my mission. It was hard on my parents and family. It has been a rough year, but everything I've done I've prayed about. And I came out to them when it felt right. My brother, who told me he didn't approve of my transition, recently called me his brother for the first time and said he was happy I was happy. So, give it time. They will need time to process and grieve the fact they feel they are losing their "daughter."
Well done Emmett! Hang in there and keep smiling! Cheers from NZ!!
I just wanna say how awesome you are for going on a mission while dealing with that. And I'm glad you found who you truly are
Absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing this. I hope you continue to rise and have the happy, fulfilling life you desire. You are courageous!
Thank you. :)
I see so many ftm people talking about how they feel like transitioning is the right thing to do and that that's who they really are, but I'm so confused because when I prayed for answers, I got the answer that I was a daughter of god, and not supposed to transition. I was told in a blessing that I am a girl. I was told that God doesn't make mistakes. I'm supposed to serve a mission and get married in the temple and have kids, and be a 'woman'. And yet I am so miserable like this and I have no idea what to do. I want to do what's right, but I just want to be happy for once in my life.
I know how you feel. I truly believed for a long time that I was a daughter of God, and that I was "supposed" to be a mother and all of those things. I was trying to convince myself that's who I was and I could be happy. It came down to me being suicidal and miserable trying to live that way or transition and be happy. I guess the difference is that I received a CLEAR witness one day that my spirit was make and that really I am His Son. That doesn't happen to everyone. Everyone's experiences are different. But we have to do what is best for our health and well-being. I wish the best of luck to you, truly.
*make should be male
+Emmett Claren Thanks for your reply
Gods Beautiful Creation ... Thank You so much for sharing your story ... i have also followed you on Twitter... I am an in-active Mormon ! Maybe one day i will go back and marry in the temple but who knows....
I am studying Person Centred Counselling and i wondered if you minded me using your story in my Presentation in University to highlight the challenges you have overcome during your transition and about the Mormon faith . i can make you an-ominous due to confidentiality if you wish?
Your Story would make a heart warming film and awareness that no matter what gender/ race/ sexuality / we are all gods children and he never sees any one of us different from the other xx PEACE and LOVE
Go right ahead! If my story can help in any way, then please share it.
This is amazing!!!! So I’m also transgender I’m MtF. I’m also a member of the church. I’ve been transitioning for almost 7 months now. My branch and my missionaries are aware and they’ve been all super supportive of me and we even changed my name in my membership record to reflect my new legal name as Allyson Lliara! I am so thankful to have such a loving and amazing branch family like them. It has made my transition to Allyson be so amazing and soooo peaceful. Keep being you!!!! :)
I had shared my testimony at the beginning of the month of how god has blessed me in my life and having him accepting me as a daughter of his has been amazing. I am so thankful to be who I am today. I’m thankful to know that god loves me no matter what!
You are an amazing beautiful and handsome man! I'm so glad to have met you! I applaud you for being brave enough to become your true self! I spent far too many years being depressed, hating myself, wishing I had never existed, and contemplating suicide, trying to be what everyone else expected me to be. It is not worth it! Only you know who are. You are responsible to do what is best for you.
Thank you so much. That means a lot to me. :) I wish you the best!!
its female not male you fucking idiot
What a journey. Thank you for sharing your experience. Your video is inspiring.
This is exactly how I felt growing up. I was born male and I felt very miserable as a child. I felt female and I was uncomfortable with my own body. I hated being a boy, it sucked!!! So I told my family I wanted to be myself, a girl. After that I started living as a female and started estrogen shots. Today, I'm legally a woman and living a HAPPY LIFE!!! I love my body and myself :)
Tina85ok This makes me so happy!! Congratulations on being authentically you! :)
Thank you! :)
so happy for you :)
How courageous of you to share your story. I am sure it will help others understand a bit more about what it means to be trans and hopefully will help them to be more accepting. I am sure it will also help other trans people who may be struggling. I wish you all the best on your journey and hope that you find peace and happiness.
I just want to give you a hug! Thank you so much for sharing this. This video was a huge answer to my prayers and I one day hope to transition as well (mtf), while keeping my testimony and beliefs intact.
That means so much! Thank you! Good luck! :)
+Emmett Claren thanks Emmett! Question for you, have you come into any backlash from the church in any way? How is your relationship with ward members(especially the other guys)?
Anywho, keep being the awesome inspiration you are to the trans and transmormon community!
+Al Pals Well, I tend to keep to myself at church. I don't really talk to the guys because I'm afraid of being asked to do something I can't do. (I don't have the priesthood). For the most part, my leaders have been affirming and supportive. We're taking it one day at a time with the knowledge and revelation we currently have.
I'm not a very emotional person, but I cried a little during this.
I'm 11, and I want to be a transgender girl, but I know that people that are trans can't enter the temple.
What should I do? Tell me. I'm begging you.
Nathan Eliason Hi there! I can tell you this: many Trans people do go to the temple. It's just up to your bishop and stake president. I have Trans friends who are able to go. Now as far as temple marriage, as a Trans man I can't marry a Cisgender woman because the Church doesn't recognize me as my true spirit gender. I don't know if that will ever change, but I try to stay optimistic.
Thank you so much.
Is having the whay if i wrong about this.normal.to feel???
Your 7 mths vid came on after I was watching some1 else. So I watched Vice vids & decided 2 watch your journey. Kinda God sent or something. Ur so inspiring brother! Many Blessings 🙏🖖
I just got home from work. Had kind of a rough day and saw your comment. I really needed to hear that. Thank you so much! :)
wow, im Mormon too
That's awesome Claren! God bless you! It would be of great help if you would assist the steps too
Aww bro Jesus loves you too!! I just think that he made you who you are for a reason. And you may not realize it right now but I think you will one day.. the world is going to need that wonderful young lady that he created in you to shine... because you were beautiful btw!!❤but its okkk if it may take a little transitioning to realize it😘
This is such an awesome story
relate me . i was planning but how much money pay for this transformation ?? love💕 your story relate me much
I feel very identified with you. I'm going through something like that, and I've felt very identified with your story. I hope to be just as happy and overcome this happening to me.
You have the biggest smile I have seen so far
Hi Emmet! I'm Lucas, and I Was Mormon. Im from Brazil, at Ceará. I Am Transgender too. How I do to be a returned to Church? I dont know this is Possible?! (sorry i dont speak english very well).
I came from snap
Thank you for inspection
Why would you share your dead name? Genuine question
Hi :) I guess the really short answer is that it doesn’t bother me for people to know. I’m very open and also share old pictures of myself all the time. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without living for 21 years as “her.” I respect those who don’t want to share anything from their pre-transition past. I personally am just a very open book and have found that the more “I” share, the less power trolls and haters have over me. :)
What is best for you is always best for others around you as without the peace that recognition brings you cannot function well in any group. God bless ( he did! )
just be careful I'm also a transMormon and am about to be excommunicated from the church unless I get a Divorce from my wife
Gd bless you bro✝️☦️🛐
im non binary. sometimes i get so mad i want to cry becuase what did i do to feel this awful
depression sucks,I attempted suicide twice before I figured out my sexuality. stay strong guys
Hello i am a straight ftm Transsexual. it's my 4th month on Testosterone Androderm Patches 5milograms.
Eve you're so pretty, I got confused
Nothing to be confused about. He’s a dude.
Amen
Hi Emmet! I'm Lucas, and I Was Mormon. Im from Brazil, at Ceará. I Am Transgender too. How I do to be a returned to Church? I dont know this is Possible?! (sorry i dont speak english very well)
Lucas Benjamim Aragão Hi! Just start going to church again. :) that's the first step. Start by going to first hour only. And when you feel ready then you could try going to Sunday school.
Emmett Claren thanks man
Emmett Claren thanks man