You are NOT a disappointment. You are NOT a let down. What you are feeling is valid. You are more than just trans and I love you for it. Thank you for helping me feel better about being different. Thank you. Please keep on keeping on.
i have the exact same feelings as u. esp being only out on the internet it's quite hard to see everyone else being "i love being trans! u shouldn't be ashamed of being trans" and stuff like that. you know i'm quite envious of people who can do that.. and it feels really bad because i'm supposed to be happy for someone's confidence but when u lack it yourself it... well yeah idk i can't rly explain myself sorry.. but this video rly rly helped me because i feel that most of the time no one feels like this. so to know that someone like u feels like this is awesome, thank you for this video!
aw, this video is really inspiring, even if you aren't part of the LGBTQ+ community. I'm straight and cisgender, but a lot of us have very similar insecurities, even if they root from different things. Sometimes, I do wish I was different, but I can't change that, because it's who I am. Kovu, we love you, your insecurities are valid, but we accept you. Take your time and do what's comfortable, take time to fully accept yourself and understand yourself. Whatever you do, if it's not harmful, we'll support you. We care and will always listen. I appreciate you sharing your experiences, and you are admirable for that❤❤❤
OK I just stopped video at 3:58 because I wanted to tell you DONT EVER FEEL BAD TO TALK ABOUT YOURSELF!!!!!!!! You have a beautiful an wonderful personality an being trans is you yes it can be difacult to deal with. just remember there are many people who genuinely care about you an if your day is bad than talking to others can be very therapeutic. don't ever give up your friends and family care about you a lot from what you've said through out your videos as well as all of your online friends. OK now back to our feature presentation. don't go stealth stay true to you. input? hmmmm...... be yourself who you truly believe you are never lie to yourself take to your wonderful heart all the amazing and wonderful an supportive feed back you get from your vids ignore the negative comments that just shows others ignorance take your time your young yet don't over analize I believe that only crates more insecurities never stop smiling its beautiful and whether you have a penis or vag an boobs nots not who you are. your heart mind soul and attitude with what you do is who you are and from watching you I think your great awesome cool brave smart beautiful astounding gentle and much much more. Don't ever let anybody take that away from you. just my input I smiles kovu your much loved by many many people.
Kovu, listen to me. You are NOT a disappointment. You are NOT a let down. Coming out as trans takes a lot of courage. And coming out on RUclips as being trans show so much bravery. I've been feeling the way you've just described for more than 10 years and I still haven't come out. Haven't had the courage to do that yet. I'm still working on it. But watching your videos makes me feel great because I know I'm not alone. But it sucks that we're both kind of miserable. Message me if you need someone to talk to about it. Stay strong, man. Looking forward to watching your videos in the future. 👍🏻
Marsmonster Thank you so much, that truly means a lot to me. I hope you'll find the courage within you to come out soon and be able to transition, or do whatever you wanna do. Thanks again
I feel literally exactly the same as you. On my moms side of the family, I’m the only “daughter” and “granddaughter” and I’m always told by my family “aw I’m so lucky to have one special daughter/granddaughter” and it kills me so much that if I came out I would disappoint everyone and always feel guilty. This is one of the biggest things that makes me hate myself.
this is YOUR channel, and you are valid enough to put up videos about YOU, and those who really love you will stick around. to be honest, life is too short to worry about what others think, and I strongly feel it will benefit you greatly, and others if you talk about your problems, because this is you, and your voice deserves to be heard. you have inspired so many people, keep gong strong buddy, and to be honest don't let the buggers get you down! YOU ARE VALID
Dear Kovu, I was looking up how to be self confident as a ftm trans and I found this. Thank you so much! My family is very transphobic and because of that I never really thought I could be trans until I did. The problem is i’ll feel good for a day or two but then it all goes downhill. My family has shattered my self confidence but watching this video, knowing that someone else is going through something similar its...Its wonderful thank you. And you are an amazing person Kovu don’t let anyone ever tell you differently. -Sam
Kovu. I’m a trans guy and you have got me through a lot. You have helped me feel more confident in myself and I’m planning on coming out on Halloween 2019. I just wanted to thank you so much and I really hope you feel better about yourself and I know how you feel. I constantly feel how you feel but knowing that there are people going through the same thing as me helps me a lot. Thank you so so so much. I probably wouldn’t be there if it was for you. I still get suicidal thoughts every now and then but I’m trying my best to push through it. Again. Thank you 😊
I definitely understand the feeling of self hatred, but it honestly shocked me when you say you can't stand yourself. You're one of the most inspiring youtubers I've seen and you're just SUCH an amazing person overall. I really hope one day you can see that 😊
I came out over text to another friend yesterday and he was really accepting. I was surprised. I mean, he's accepted my other trans friend, but I was still scared. I keep doubting myself, but now it's not too bad. Still working up to tell my family :)
Aw Kovu, your videos have helped me get through so much, you're such an amazing person. I'm going through the same thing you're going through and I think as trans people, we put ourselves down for the way we are because we're afraid that people won't understand us and will judge us maybe or thats one of the reasons I do it. Thank you so much for making this video, I thought I was alone in thinking this way, but you just made me realize I'm not. You're such a sweet person, I hope you know you deserve to feel good enough. Have a nice day, Kovu!
Hey Kovu, your videos do/ did help a lot of people, including myself. in the videos that you talk about positive messages and such, you help people. I really hope that you're also listening to yourself when you tell us your kind words, because you deserve them so much. I hope you feel better about yourself someday, just try taking it one day at a time. We will get through it.
kovu oh my god my smol bean, being ftm and stuff i really can relate to all of your videos. please, its very helpful to hear your thoughts and problems because most of the time they relate to mine, and it makes me feel a lot better. you are not a disappointment, in fact i look up to you in every way. you are beautiful goddamnit, no matter what anyone thinks. and somehow, even though i have never met or even spoken to you, i feel like youre my best friend, and that i can listen and relate to you all the time. you are truly an inspiration to me, never stop being awesome
oh hey man! i've never seen u as a girl or a "girl who wants to be a guy". Never! i didn't even know u were trans when i first started watching u! you've always been just a guy to me. I am trans as well.... but i'm not out. but you have helped me a lot in my "process" and i'm so thankful! I love you! I love you so much! Marry xmas! hugs from sweden
I don't like people being fake either, just be you.😃 I don't think you're some perfect, always happy person 😇 who always has the perfect video idea that somehow saves the lives of everyone watching it (lol). It's fine to just make a video to put even the briefest smile on someone's face,😊 or to share even one little thing that someone else might want or need to hear.😯 Or really for any reason at all. You are totally good enough. Period. For literally anything you can think of, you are more than good enough. Same. I wouldn't want to be labelled/defined by my sexuality or gender.😫 It's not enough, there's not much to me, but there's sure more than that. It would be a real tragedy if you deleted any of your videos.😖😭 I can relate to having trouble accepting who I am, or even really knowing who I am, or liking who I am.😢 Any of that, really. It's not good, but its also not...unusual. Sorry for the long comment.😬 Please make more videos, even if they're trash, I literally would watch a video of you counting to a thousand.😶
What you're describing is how i feel. I found out that I had be experiencing Gender Dysphoria for my whole life three day's ago, because i had my worst episode ever, at school. Then, I was trying to figure out what I am, and after taking a long, hard, logical look at my life and me as a person, I realize i'm trans. I hate it. Also, I have transphobic and homophobic family, who are very religious. It's eating me up on the inside because i want to dress like a guy and bind, and my parent's wont let me, even though they only know i prefer male clothes. (I told them i like male clothes months ago, and my mother is not pleased with me.) My main problem is that I hate my chest, and I went so far as to ask my cousin to buy me a binder because the self hate isn't doing me any good. I have an appointment with my counselor, and i'm hoping i can talk to her, so she can talk to my parents. I can't keep living the way I am, and if i have to risk everything, i will. And it really doesn't help that I hate being trans. Anyway, your video really helped me, a lot. I actually watched your video about dysphoria and i wanted to say, keep putting out stuff like this, because i need it. I don't think you really know what you did when i watched this. You're helping me so much, and i want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I hope it helps on your bad days, when it gets hard and you can't help but wonder if you're better off dead, to know that there's someone that you've helped, and continue to help. You are one amazing guy!
Hey KovKov, just wanted to say You're wonderful ✨ And you've helped us a lot though your vids and IG posts and stuff. And I mean A LOT:) believe me;) And I just wanted to say that I like you and your vids and IG because of you being an interesting, caring and lovable person❤️ not because you're trans or anything, and I never really thought that it's a HUGE part of your identity Like you said - you just happen to be trans. I hope you're feeling better and having a wonderful day✨ if the day isn't as wonderful I hope that upcoming holidays are the absolute best❤️
You are an amazing person. It dosent matter if you dont always know it, you are great! I love your videos, even those where you arent dorky and funny. You are real! You dont fake stuff! And you have a good haert!
7:37 You're NOT a "daughter who dresser as a boy", you're a son who used to be a girl. Makes a huge difference, even in the way you talk about yourself. Thanks for your great content.
Thanks for uploading this, seeing your videos always make me smile whatever it is. I really agree with your point about people saying they're happy their trans is just fake (this is all just my opinion, don't murder me), trans people have to go through so much shit just to be who they are, don't be happy you are trans but don't be ashamed either. Accepting yourself in loads of ways is very difficult, especially if you don't really know who you are or what there is to accept, or if you don't know if what your accepting is really you, just try to be as true to yourself as you can be and don't be ashamed. Sorry for the rant...
I love you so much and this video actually really helped me. You are an amazing peraon and definitely one of my favorite RUclipsrs; thank you for being you. ❤
You are one of the most honest, kind and helpful guys I've seen on RUclips, and I am proud of you love. I can't imagine how difficult it is to accept yourself, but here you are, still fighting little battles everyday. Keep fighting my love because you have people that achieve strength from yours. You are loved 💖.
Aw Kovu, your videos have helped me through so much, I thought I was alone in thinking this way but you just showed me that I'm not. I think one of the reasons we put ourselves down for being trans is because we are afraid that people won't understand us or will judge us. That's why I do sometimes.. I hope you know you deserve to feel good enough, you're such an amazing guy! Have a nice day, Kovu!
I appreciate videos about your problems. I came out yesterday, and it is lonely in the closet. I often find it hard to remember that there's people out there going what I am. So videos like this really help me. Not to mention, I genuinely hope that talking about your problems help you.
Kovu you are amazing! I love to hear about how you are feeling, and i fine it really helpful when i can relate to you :). Its also educational and makes me more aware of how other people can feel.
Kovu, A few months ago I've been feeling different, suddenly I wasn't feeling okay in my own skin. I looked at myself in the mirror and disliked everything I saw. I felt confused, starting to hate my body, the way I was borned, a female. I've never felt completely like a female in my life, and at that moment it was getting worse. I had a breakdown and my parents took me to a psycologist. He really helped me, still it wasn't enough. One day, I was searching the web for homemade binders, and guess what? I found your video. I tried it and failed :v Anyways, I watched some of your videos, then some more. I was feeling better 'cause I could relate to what you were saying, and something in my mind clicked. I am trans. In summary, you're a great person Kovu, believe when I say that you're not the only one that's insecure about this whole trans thing, man I'm just starting. But as I said, I found you. You gave me the confidence I needed to feel better with myself. The Internet is a wonderful thing, you reached a young trans guy like me all the way to Mexico. I'm sure some day you'll find someone like yourself that inspires that security into you. You deserve it, Kovu. For all that you've done, thank you. Felix
Wow I am only 21 seconds into this video and you have already made me feel soooo much better... I have been struggling with finding a name which feels comfortable and I have been coming up with names but after some time I'd start picking holes in them and they would make me feel super disphoric.. I have been thinking.. Kiara.. however I started thinking people would think/say I was ripping off the lion king.. the fact you use Covu as your name has made me feel soooo much better about myself.. thank you so much man 😃
You ARE who you uniquely are...I am going thru the same struggle..I’m MTF...you have to own it and be proud of it I thought I could get rid of it..but it NEVER goes away
From my full heart THANK YOU KOVU for making videos that made me realise that I might be trans of something similar. Since I started watching your videos stuff got harder (you know that figuring out and accepting yourself can be shitty) but I got a lot happier :). Thank you so freaking much
kovu, i cant even tell you how much this video has helped me. I'm a trans guy too and I feel all of this hard. thankyou so much. I needed this. keep your head up 🌸🌼
Kovu, I just would just like you to know that I look up to you, I think that you are such an inspiration to me and many others out there. I was so lost and felt alone for so long, and then I found your channel and after a few episodes I was just like Wow...I wish I could have your type of confidence, in the way that you are openly transgender. I just want you to know that I am so proud of you for holding on, and I know that it's really hard to get through this, but I believe that you can and you will be happy. You are a great person!!
Thank you so much! I really needed this today. I will probably watch it whenever I feel sad or invalid. You have helped me so much, so thank you, Kovu.
Thank you so much for this video! This has really opened my eyes :3 I'm trying to figure out who I am right now, gender-wise and such, and to see you being open about yourself really inspires me :) Thank you so much for being yourself!
Kovu, you're absolutely inspirational, and I love your videos. As long as you upload, you can upload any video you need. I like these kinds. This is what I needed. Thank you.
you know... i´m glad you didnt go stealth..., i feel the same and i´m glad i could watch this video and that i´m not alone with it. i really like that you are so open! thank you from the bottom of my heart
@@mr.mortmain4903 ive came out to my parents using pronouns he/him and they/them! Ive also covinced my dad to let me switch up my clothing to more masculine clothing :)
your honesty it's the best part of you! love u Kovu, feel proud of you! you know this takes time... a lot actually... so ... we are here for you if you need anything xoxoxo
I feel the same btw... although I say to myself I shouldn't give a f*'k about what people think, it's still very hard, and I have very bad days where I feel like sh*t
For all intents and purposes I died when I was 12 years old and that was many years ago. Abuse and torture between 12 and 15 pretty much killed everything inside of me and nothing remains of the person I was. As a result I became a person completely different than I would have been otherwise. I tend not to like people, but you broke through and I know why: You remind me of myself as a kid before I was destroyed. I shared your kind and gentle heart. I found this video while looking for material on doing a video of my own telling people if they hurt themselves for being misgendered they have deeper psychological problems because, although 100% boy, I was often called "little girl" when I was 9 and 10 because I was small and wore very long hair (which was common for older boys in my era). What did I do? I dealt with it and if a 9 year old can deal with it, a 20 year old sure can. You said you are not a different species of human, but I am: I have looked all of my life and never found anyone with a past or present like mine: The people who have experienced what I did, die quickly after and don't live to talk about it. I have not suffered rejection for gender reasons, but possibly greater isolation because I was a severely traumatized child. I am separate from the world because I am so different. As much as I wish I could be like other people I can't. Don't hate yourself. You said it yourself, "It is what is inside you that makes someone special". You are an awesome person. Anyone can see that by the way you speak. I have watched my life pass me by and am closer to the end than to the beginning. As I near the end I realize that the only happiness I can have is watching a child of mine grow into a smiling the teen that I was never given a chance to be myself, yet because I have been rejected all of my life I have no children. I will not lie to you. I was born a boy and am so happy I was, but if I was born a girl I could have children as a single person if I had to. That is one thing you can you that I cannot and when you realize your life will end one day. leaving children behind when you die may seem like the only thing that makes life have meaning in the end. As I heard what you speak in several videos and wonder if you feel like a boy or just wish you were one. I have relived my trauma everyday since I was 12 through terrifying flashbacks that I cannot stop. I wish they would end, but they won't. I wish they didn't steal my life, but they did. We can waste our lives wishing rather than living. You said you once felt you had to be a pretty girl, but as a boy you don't feel that pressure. I am being honest. You have a very nice face. There are boys who like girls with no make-up, tee shirts and blue jeans. I know because I was one of them. The media's ideal woman is a lie. If I was a teenager and you liked boys I would pick you first out of a crowd. It is cool if you like girls instead of boys, but I hope you will think about if you'd like children of your own someday.
I look up to you and I feel the same or similiar way and I found it inspiring. Every video you upload gives me power. You helped me start understanding that I will be happier in this way I am today and I am so glad I bumped into your channel. Dont know if I wrote this properly, but I felt like must say that ;) You are amazing to me. Stay strong
Hey! So proud of you for stepping out and sharing with us. You are such a wise and understanding young man at 15! Stay strong! It's a lifelong journey and definitely not an easy one. It's full of pitfalls and much self-discovery! You'll be fine...trust me. Hugzzz
Stay strong, eat healthy and never give up :) listen to your own advice Kovu because we all do, if you can help 1 person or save 1 persons life then it’s worth it just remember that
Dear Kovu, I've just found you while doing some research for school, so thank you for your openness, it helped me a lot to understand how trans people really feel. I hope you feel much less dissapointed about yourself now and mainly that you're happy with yourself and in your body, because that's what matters, doesn't it? Also, I love your English, haha. All the best greetings and a big hug from the Czech republic!
I’m really late. But I have something to say. I think that what makes you special is that you do videos to help people and not to talk about your life, you care about the others. That’s really cool.
hey, kovu it's honestly okay to talk about your feelings. mate, it's your youtube channel, and honestly, you've helped quite some people feel slightly less horrible about... everything, not just those who may be questioning their genders, but just those who've been dealing with some stuff, including me. it's totally okay to not want to identify with the lgbtq+ community, it's totally okay to not feel pride because of course, there's more to you than your gender, and those who've subscribed appreciate that, and we stand by you for who you are as a person. i don't even know how to explain it but i really appreciate you as a youtuber because your content seems safe and descriptive of the emotions that i've not been able to put into words. thanks for that (and for the record, i think you're a pretty handsome guy? !! in a noncreepy way oh god )
Not everyone is rational but you have to be strong to live and to be human and to be human is to be rational but that's not always the case so stay strong Kubo
People who love you truly want you to be YOU, because you are a valid, inspiring, and real person. I hope you realize that no matter how much you hate yourself, we love you, I know I do, and most of all, you are inspiring no matter what you do. I'm genderfluid, and this helps me- thank you, Kovu. Thank you for your bravery. Feelings are scary. He is SO right, if you tell us that you feel bad, we can relate and help. You help us become us. Thank you♡
Also, you don't need to be seen as "trans." You are a guy, and no matter how many social/gender norms you break by being you, you are still valid. You DON'T have to listen to your feelings. I hope you catch those good ones. You deserve happiness, Kovu.
kovu you're so sweet, go ahead and talk of yourself in videos, I enjoy learning of you, you're An amazing person and I look up to you. you're such a sweetheart.
Kovu. I completely understand this, you make me so happy. I'm a DemiBoy and still trying to accept myself. My friend is Pan. She is so confident, I wish I could be like her. I hope to come out soon. But my last coming of the OUT didn't go so well... my friend said that I was just saying it and I'm not really demi.
Kovu u make me feel so good about myself because I can relate I have all these fears because I know I'm trans but I'm scared but I don't want to accept it but you are helping me
I relate so much. I feel like my family and frens deserve a daughter. It's not fair to them that they have to deal with me. The trans guy who doubts very decision.
Kovu you're amazing And you're an inspiration but I think it's because you're a human (or a so cool unicorn) and when someone it's in trouble don't need to hear a perfect person talking about how perfect it's all around They need to hear a real person who understands what's going on. Thanks for upload the video I needed so much Happy Hollydays (I hope you can understand this comment because my English is terrible)
Kovu is a unicorn hey I need some help with how to tell my friends and family that I'm Transgender but I don't know if I know how or if I should I just need your help....
Haley Rulison Hi, I think you should tell them, because it gives you the opportunity to move forward. I wrote a letter, and I got good replies on that. Even though I later realised that not everyone was being honest about how they felt about it. But the most important thing is that you will get happy and that you take the first steps towards being the person that you feel you are. It might be terrifying, but it is worth it. Just be honest about it, and there is nothing else you can do. You have to be open to answering questions so that everyone can understand it better and feel like they are being taken serious. You can't do anything about how they will respond, but you can control yourself in this situation. You know them, and you can try to help them understand. I wish you all the luck in the world, just think about it and do what you think is best.
hi, kovu. i just wanna say thank you. you're so damn inspiring, i love you and i really can relate to your videos. so yeah. you're and awesome person, dude. i mean it. best regards from a total stranger
Kovu, I'll be friends with you, you seem amazing and awesome and you're so talented with your videos, music, and your inspiration!!! thank you so much!!! i love you Kovu!!!
This was really nice because I have only told my mom so far that I don't like being a male and I feel the same way as you (although I haven't transitioned yet and I am originally male) I don't fit in with the trans community and I don't like being trans... but this was extremely encouraging thank you
Dear Kovu I just wanna say that I didn't know that you're trans. I've watched your videos for about 3 month and I haven't noticed. I just found your channel bc I was bored and typed "unicorn" into the search line and yeah that's how I found your account and I love it and I really enjoy watching your videos :D I know this is an old video but maybe you read this comment. :) You are awesome Kovu! Stay safe and keep your head up! HAve a nice day! :)
I go through a similar thing I'm only out to a few of my friends and none of my family although I give off the appearance of a boy and have been asked several times but my step mum if I want to be one. but I panic and deny it. I try to look like a boy. But sometimesI wear girl clothes, eventhough I hate it, just to appease my step mum. Oh and my name is Nick. Thank you so much for making these videos you truly are making a difference.
Kovu, you shouldn't feel bad about being open in your videos (And in real life, obviously). You are such a great fucking person and telling the truth about how you feel is important, if you ever feel like shit you can talk to me and so many other people. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU AND I WON'T LET YOU FORGET THAT And may I just say you're looking really handsome and adorable in this video yeah... kthxbye
Please, read this Kovu: I'm FtM transgender and I'm really scared. I'm planning on writing a letter to my parents and on it, it would say everything, since when I started to doubt about my sexual identity, how I feel about it, my depression and just everything since the start of all this until now. I'm really scared that they're not going to accept me and my anxiety simply gets worse everyday just by thinking about this. So, I just want any advice or anything from you or from anyone who has already experienced this situation. Thanks for being yourself and helping me and many other people. Love ya xxxox. -Zac.
Sky Boy First, thank you! Second, it's understandable that you're anxious, especially when opening up to them about so many things all at once. Remember to only do it if you know you're safe. Coming out is only a good idea when the positive outcome will outweigh the negative. I truly do think it's important to talk to someone about your mental health though, where treatment can be needed. Also, even if you do write them a letter, be prepared for a conversation with them after. If you have a sibling, come out to them first so that they can support you and make you feel less vulnerable when telling your parents. Or do like I did, have your school nurse and/or teacher tell them. I hope everything goes well either way xx
Kovu is a unicorn Thank you so much! I'll tell them this Saturday, I'll let you know how everything went. Love from Argentina. Keep doing what you love, stay safe and beautiful. -Zac.
I just want to hug you and reassure you and tell you everything is fine and make you happy. I'm not sure what else to say. Know that you have many of us supporting you.
I also don't "feel" like I'm trans even though I have dysphoria and I feel like a boy. I don't think I like to use the label "trans" or anything. I just feel like me. And it just feels really weird to just straight up say "I'm a boy" even though I feel like one and want to look just like one. I also want others to see me as one, and it feels normal when they assume I'm one. It just feels weird for ME to say it. I would rather just be born a boy. I also don't want anyone to know that I'm trans. Being a boy is just a small part of me anyway even though its also important because of the dysphoria. I don't want people to like me just because I'm trans, either. I need to accept that I'm also just a boy that happens to be trans, too. I like this video. It was the first video that appeared in my recommendations today after I kept thinking about why it feels weird to use certian labels and stuff. Maybe this video is like sent from God or something, I don't know, but I'm thankful for it. Thank you for posting this video. I found it helpful as someone who's also working on liking themselves based on other things as well as my gender. In fact, the first video I saw about dysphoria and what I was experiencing was your video when you tried to make a makeshift diy chest binder. I didn't really understand what transgender was at the time because I saw that video when it was new and it was the first introduction to what trans meant for me, but I understood that you were a person and that we seem to go through the same thing about wanting to bind our chest, so I just called you Kovu. I'm almost 20 now and I feel the same way. I hope we can both learn to accept ourselves. ❤
yas i agree that gender is much more complicated Gosh how am i supposed to start this, this video is just so fucking relatable. I tried coming out to my parents two days ago and it went haywire. I mean, it's expected as they are typical asian parents and they don't (and probably will never) understand gender/sexuality issues, but it's impossible for me to change who I am so all I'm asking for is for them to accept that I'm not a girl. I'm just not the perfect daughter they hoped for. And it kills me to tell them that because I feel like a huge disappointment too, like I can't live up to their expectations. Before I can even truly express myself I had to shut the whole conversation to an end because they were throwing objects at me, screaming at me to just be a girl and it really hurts, you know. I really want to pursue them tiny trans dreams like top surgery and T-shots in the near future but I need their acceptance before all that. It's like I'm finally being honest and accepting myself then poof, here's more shit to deal with. Okeh I'm done ranting I appreciate it so much if you actually read this c:
Thanks for the support Kovu it means so much to me. Same goes to you aye, keep making these videos that will make you feel better instead of bearing the need to help others, we're happy when you're happy c: Thanks again!
I found out about me being trans last year. I felt dysphoric af but I always tried to ignore that because I was afraid that being trans would have been basically social suicide: I live in a very transphobic country and most people I know don't really know what trans means. At the beginning of the scholastic year my dysphoria became too strong to be repressed and I came out to my best friend. Now I'm out to 4 people and counting! (I'm also planning to came out to my parents)
Aw, Im sorry kovu sorry you're struggling, stay strong.
Ash Hardell aww ash ❤️❤️
Ash Hardell Thank you. I'm positive I'll be okay
you watch his videos that makes me so happy. I love both of you
I love both of you
You are NOT a disappointment.
You are NOT a let down.
What you are feeling is valid.
You are more than just trans and I love you for it.
Thank you for helping me feel better about being different.
Thank you.
Please keep on keeping on.
I am curious about the "loved by Kovu is a unicorn" icon. Is that just a customized "liked' icon?
i hate myself even today cause i have not done what it takes to be me
maybe will take this forward
Kovu: "If you're gay, or trans, or have a disability or a weird hobby..." I am all of those wow ahaha
Yeah. Me too. xD
Same ahah
honestly like, I don't ever want to get married to anyone but dude you're an exception
Fish Are Friends Not Food hahaha that made me smile 😅x
i have the exact same feelings as u. esp being only out on the internet it's quite hard to see everyone else being "i love being trans! u shouldn't be ashamed of being trans" and stuff like that. you know i'm quite envious of people who can do that.. and it feels really bad because i'm supposed to be happy for someone's confidence but when u lack it yourself it... well yeah idk i can't rly explain myself sorry.. but this video rly rly helped me because i feel that most of the time no one feels like this. so to know that someone like u feels like this is awesome, thank you for this video!
kaamosmasennus “only out on the internet” so your a virtual freak of nature
aw, this video is really inspiring, even if you aren't part of the LGBTQ+ community. I'm straight and cisgender, but a lot of us have very similar insecurities, even if they root from different things. Sometimes, I do wish I was different, but I can't change that, because it's who I am. Kovu, we love you, your insecurities are valid, but we accept you. Take your time and do what's comfortable, take time to fully accept yourself and understand yourself. Whatever you do, if it's not harmful, we'll support you. We care and will always listen. I appreciate you sharing your experiences, and you are admirable for that❤❤❤
OK I just stopped video at 3:58 because I wanted to tell you DONT EVER FEEL BAD TO TALK ABOUT YOURSELF!!!!!!!! You have a beautiful an wonderful personality an being trans is you yes it can be difacult to deal with. just remember there are many people who genuinely care about you an if your day is bad than talking to others can be very therapeutic. don't ever give up your friends and family care about you a lot from what you've said through out your videos as well as all of your online friends. OK now back to our feature presentation.
don't go stealth stay true to you.
input? hmmmm...... be yourself who you truly believe you are never lie to yourself take to your wonderful heart all the amazing and wonderful an supportive feed back you get from your vids ignore the negative comments that just shows others ignorance take your time your young yet don't over analize I believe that only crates more insecurities never stop smiling its beautiful and whether you have a penis or vag an boobs nots not who you are. your heart mind soul and attitude with what you do is who you are and from watching you I think your great awesome cool brave smart beautiful astounding gentle and much much more. Don't ever let anybody take that away from you. just my input I smiles kovu your much loved by many many people.
I'm being forced to socialize with family but really I'm in a room watching this
I'm going through this right now I'm questioning my gender rn and I didn't know that others felt like this you are the most reliable to me
Thank you
Kovu, listen to me. You are NOT a disappointment. You are NOT a let down. Coming out as trans takes a lot of courage. And coming out on RUclips as being trans show so much bravery. I've been feeling the way you've just described for more than 10 years and I still haven't come out. Haven't had the courage to do that yet. I'm still working on it. But watching your videos makes me feel great because I know I'm not alone. But it sucks that we're both kind of miserable. Message me if you need someone to talk to about it. Stay strong, man. Looking forward to watching your videos in the future. 👍🏻
Marsmonster Thank you so much, that truly means a lot to me. I hope you'll find the courage within you to come out soon and be able to transition, or do whatever you wanna do. Thanks again
I feel literally exactly the same as you. On my moms side of the family, I’m the only “daughter” and “granddaughter” and I’m always told by my family “aw I’m so lucky to have one special daughter/granddaughter” and it kills me so much that if I came out I would disappoint everyone and always feel guilty. This is one of the biggest things that makes me hate myself.
this is YOUR channel, and you are valid enough to put up videos about YOU, and those who really love you will stick around. to be honest, life is too short to worry about what others think, and I strongly feel it will benefit you greatly, and others if you talk about your problems, because this is you, and your voice deserves to be heard. you have inspired so many people, keep gong strong buddy, and to be honest don't let the buggers get you down! YOU ARE VALID
Dear Kovu,
I was looking up how to be self confident as a ftm trans and I found this. Thank you so much! My family is very transphobic and because of that I never really thought I could be trans until I did. The problem is i’ll feel good for a day or two but then it all goes downhill. My family has shattered my self confidence but watching this video, knowing that someone else is going through something similar its...Its wonderful thank you. And you are an amazing person Kovu don’t let anyone ever tell you differently.
-Sam
I needed this video at the moment! ❤
Kovu. I’m a trans guy and you have got me through a lot. You have helped me feel more confident in myself and I’m planning on coming out on Halloween 2019. I just wanted to thank you so much and I really hope you feel better about yourself and I know how you feel. I constantly feel how you feel but knowing that there are people going through the same thing as me helps me a lot. Thank you so so so much. I probably wouldn’t be there if it was for you. I still get suicidal thoughts every now and then but I’m trying my best to push through it. Again. Thank you 😊
It's so comforting watching this now and knowing that things got a lot better and he doesn't feel this way anymore (or at least it seems like it)
I definitely understand the feeling of self hatred, but it honestly shocked me when you say you can't stand yourself. You're one of the most inspiring youtubers I've seen and you're just SUCH an amazing person overall. I really hope one day you can see that 😊
Lɛaռռ Tɦɛ Sզʊɨɖ Thank you so much! That really means a lot
truely, if you ever wanna come online and rant, we will always listen to you and talk you.
I came out over text to another friend yesterday and he was really accepting. I was surprised. I mean, he's accepted my other trans friend, but I was still scared. I keep doubting myself, but now it's not too bad. Still working up to tell my family :)
Be safe! 😘
Fish Are Friends Not Food is that an onision reference?
Katrina K what? No lol it isn't.
Katrina K It's a Nemo reference lol
Tyler Smith ah OK thanks sorry.
Aw Kovu, your videos have helped me get through so much, you're such an amazing person. I'm going through the same thing you're going through and I think as trans people, we put ourselves down for the way we are because we're afraid that people won't understand us and will judge us maybe or thats one of the reasons I do it. Thank you so much for making this video, I thought I was alone in thinking this way, but you just made me realize I'm not. You're such a sweet person, I hope you know you deserve to feel good enough. Have a nice day, Kovu!
Hey Kovu, your videos do/ did help a lot of people, including myself. in the videos that you talk about positive messages and such, you help people. I really hope that you're also listening to yourself when you tell us your kind words, because you deserve them so much. I hope you feel better about yourself someday, just try taking it one day at a time. We will get through it.
kovu oh my god my smol bean, being ftm and stuff i really can relate to all of your videos. please, its very helpful to hear your thoughts and problems because most of the time they relate to mine, and it makes me feel a lot better. you are not a disappointment, in fact i look up to you in every way. you are beautiful goddamnit, no matter what anyone thinks. and somehow, even though i have never met or even spoken to you, i feel like youre my best friend, and that i can listen and relate to you all the time. you are truly an inspiration to me, never stop being awesome
Emma Wood ahhhh thank you so much! ❤️
Kovu is a unicorn oh my god im freaking out because you replied, thank *you!* ❤️
oh hey man! i've never seen u as a girl or a "girl who wants to be a guy". Never! i didn't even know u were trans when i first started watching u! you've always been just a guy to me. I am trans as well.... but i'm not out. but you have helped me a lot in my "process" and i'm so thankful! I love you! I love you so much! Marry xmas! hugs from sweden
this actually made me cry because it is exactly how feel so often
I don't like people being fake either, just be you.😃 I don't think you're some perfect, always happy person 😇 who always has the perfect video idea that somehow saves the lives of everyone watching it (lol). It's fine to just make a video to put even the briefest smile on someone's face,😊 or to share even one little thing that someone else might want or need to hear.😯 Or really for any reason at all.
You are totally good enough. Period. For literally anything you can think of, you are more than good enough.
Same. I wouldn't want to be labelled/defined by my sexuality or gender.😫 It's not enough, there's not much to me, but there's sure more than that.
It would be a real tragedy if you deleted any of your videos.😖😭
I can relate to having trouble accepting who I am, or even really knowing who I am, or liking who I am.😢 Any of that, really. It's not good, but its also not...unusual.
Sorry for the long comment.😬 Please make more videos, even if they're trash, I literally would watch a video of you counting to a thousand.😶
What you're describing is how i feel. I found out that I had be experiencing Gender Dysphoria for my whole life three day's ago, because i had my worst episode ever, at school. Then, I was trying to figure out what I am, and after taking a long, hard, logical look at my life and me as a person, I realize i'm trans. I hate it. Also, I have transphobic and homophobic family, who are very religious. It's eating me up on the inside because i want to dress like a guy and bind, and my parent's wont let me, even though they only know i prefer male clothes. (I told them i like male clothes months ago, and my mother is not pleased with me.) My main problem is that I hate my chest, and I went so far as to ask my cousin to buy me a binder because the self hate isn't doing me any good. I have an appointment with my counselor, and i'm hoping i can talk to her, so she can talk to my parents. I can't keep living the way I am, and if i have to risk everything, i will. And it really doesn't help that I hate being trans. Anyway, your video really helped me, a lot. I actually watched your video about dysphoria and i wanted to say, keep putting out stuff like this, because i need it. I don't think you really know what you did when i watched this. You're helping me so much, and i want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I hope it helps on your bad days, when it gets hard and you can't help but wonder if you're better off dead, to know that there's someone that you've helped, and continue to help. You are one amazing guy!
Hey KovKov, just wanted to say
You're wonderful ✨
And you've helped us a lot though your vids and IG posts and stuff. And I mean A LOT:) believe me;)
And I just wanted to say that I like you and your vids and IG because of you being an interesting, caring and lovable person❤️ not because you're trans or anything, and I never really thought that it's a HUGE part of your identity
Like you said - you just happen to be trans.
I hope you're feeling better and having a wonderful day✨ if the day isn't as wonderful I hope that upcoming holidays are the absolute best❤️
You are an amazing person. It dosent matter if you dont always know it, you are great! I love your videos, even those where you arent dorky and funny. You are real! You dont fake stuff! And you have a good haert!
Luke Transydaisy thank you so so much! I appreciate that so much, I don't really know how to express it properly
7:37 You're NOT a "daughter who dresser as a boy", you're a son who used to be a girl. Makes a huge difference, even in the way you talk about yourself. Thanks for your great content.
Thanks for uploading this, seeing your videos always make me smile whatever it is. I really agree with your point about people saying they're happy their trans is just fake (this is all just my opinion, don't murder me), trans people have to go through so much shit just to be who they are, don't be happy you are trans but don't be ashamed either. Accepting yourself in loads of ways is very difficult, especially if you don't really know who you are or what there is to accept, or if you don't know if what your accepting is really you, just try to be as true to yourself as you can be and don't be ashamed. Sorry for the rant...
I love you so much and this video actually really helped me. You are an amazing peraon and definitely one of my favorite RUclipsrs; thank you for being you. ❤
This is very helpful. Love it Kovu! And a Happy holidays to you!
Cas the Bean thank you so much! Happy holidays to you too! x
❤️I'm always gonna support you Kovu
You are one of the most honest, kind and helpful guys I've seen on RUclips, and I am proud of you love. I can't imagine how difficult it is to accept yourself, but here you are, still fighting little battles everyday. Keep fighting my love because you have people that achieve strength from yours. You are loved 💖.
Aw Kovu, your videos have helped me through so much, I thought I was alone in thinking this way but you just showed me that I'm not. I think one of the reasons we put ourselves down for being trans is because we are afraid that people won't understand us or will judge us. That's why I do sometimes.. I hope you know you deserve to feel good enough, you're such an amazing guy! Have a nice day, Kovu!
I appreciate videos about your problems. I came out yesterday, and it is lonely in the closet. I often find it hard to remember that there's people out there going what I am. So videos like this really help me. Not to mention, I genuinely hope that talking about your problems help you.
you look so good im shook
also, i love your shirt its cute.
Kovu you are amazing! I love to hear about how you are feeling, and i fine it really helpful when i can relate to you :). Its also educational and makes me more aware of how other people can feel.
Kovu,
A few months ago I've been feeling different, suddenly I wasn't feeling okay in my own skin. I looked at myself in the mirror and disliked everything I saw. I felt confused, starting to hate my body, the way I was borned, a female. I've never felt completely like a female in my life, and at that moment it was getting worse. I had a breakdown and my parents took me to a psycologist. He really helped me, still it wasn't enough. One day, I was searching the web for homemade binders, and guess what? I found your video. I tried it and failed :v Anyways, I watched some of your videos, then some more. I was feeling better 'cause I could relate to what you were saying, and something in my mind clicked. I am trans.
In summary, you're a great person Kovu, believe when I say that you're not the only one that's insecure about this whole trans thing, man I'm just starting. But as I said, I found you. You gave me the confidence I needed to feel better with myself. The Internet is a wonderful thing, you reached a young trans guy like me all the way to Mexico. I'm sure some day you'll find someone like yourself that inspires that security into you. You deserve it, Kovu.
For all that you've done, thank you.
Felix
I was waiting for this video... I feel less alone, thank you som much Kovu
Wow I am only 21 seconds into this video and you have already made me feel soooo much better... I have been struggling with finding a name which feels comfortable and I have been coming up with names but after some time I'd start picking holes in them and they would make me feel super disphoric.. I have been thinking.. Kiara.. however I started thinking people would think/say I was ripping off the lion king.. the fact you use Covu as your name has made me feel soooo much better about myself.. thank you so much man 😃
You ARE who you uniquely are...I am going thru the same struggle..I’m MTF...you have to own it and be proud of it
I thought I could get rid of it..but it NEVER goes away
From my full heart THANK YOU KOVU for making videos that made me realise that I might be trans of something similar. Since I started watching your videos stuff got harder (you know that figuring out and accepting yourself can be shitty) but I got a lot happier :). Thank you so freaking much
kovu, i cant even tell you how much this video has helped me. I'm a trans guy too and I feel all of this hard. thankyou so much. I needed this. keep your head up 🌸🌼
Kovu, I just would just like you to know that I look up to you, I think that you are such an inspiration to me and many others out there. I was so lost and felt alone for so long, and then I found your channel and after a few episodes I was just like Wow...I wish I could have your type of confidence, in the way that you are openly transgender. I just want you to know that I am so proud of you for holding on, and I know that it's really hard to get through this, but I believe that you can and you will be happy. You are a great person!!
Thank you so much! I really needed this today. I will probably watch it whenever I feel sad or invalid. You have helped me so much, so thank you, Kovu.
Thank you so much for this video! This has really opened my eyes :3 I'm trying to figure out who I am right now, gender-wise and such, and to see you being open about yourself really inspires me :) Thank you so much for being yourself!
Thanks, i think those were beautiful words , in 15 seconds my mood change. Thank you Kovu and Stay Strong, we support you :)
Kovu, you're absolutely inspirational, and I love your videos. As long as you upload, you can upload any video you need. I like these kinds. This is what I needed. Thank you.
you know... i´m glad you didnt go stealth..., i feel the same and i´m glad i could watch this video and that i´m not alone with it. i really like that you are so open! thank you from the bottom of my heart
I love you so much
I just figured out I'm trans, and this is very inspiring for me. Thank you!
A year later... where are you at? I’m genuinely interested.
@@mr.mortmain4903 ive came out to my parents using pronouns he/him and they/them! Ive also covinced my dad to let me switch up my clothing to more masculine clothing :)
@@zed5015 Awesome.
This really helped. Thank you Kovu, you're awesome. :3
Kovu you are amazing and wise beyond your years!! Thank you for sharing this video 😊
your honesty it's the best part of you! love u Kovu, feel proud of you! you know this takes time... a lot actually... so ... we are here for you if you need anything xoxoxo
I feel the same btw... although I say to myself I shouldn't give a f*'k about what people think, it's still very hard, and I have very bad days where I feel like sh*t
Chivi Grint I hope the number of those bad days will minimise. Stay strong. Also, thank you
For all intents and purposes I died when I was 12 years old and that was many years ago. Abuse and torture between 12 and 15 pretty much killed everything inside of me and nothing remains of the person I was. As a result I became a person completely different than I would have been otherwise. I tend not to like people, but you broke through and I know why: You remind me of myself as a kid before I was destroyed. I shared your kind and gentle heart. I found this video while looking for material on doing a video of my own telling people if they hurt themselves for being misgendered they have deeper psychological problems because, although 100% boy, I was often called "little girl" when I was 9 and 10 because I was small and wore very long hair (which was common for older boys in my era). What did I do? I dealt with it and if a 9 year old can deal with it, a 20 year old sure can.
You said you are not a different species of human, but I am: I have looked all of my life and never found anyone with a past or present like mine: The people who have experienced what I did, die quickly after and don't live to talk about it. I have not suffered rejection for gender reasons, but possibly greater isolation because I was a severely traumatized child. I am separate from the world because I am so different. As much as I wish I could be like other people I can't.
Don't hate yourself. You said it yourself, "It is what is inside you that makes someone special". You are an awesome person. Anyone can see that by the way you speak.
I have watched my life pass me by and am closer to the end than to the beginning. As I near the end I realize that the only happiness I can have is watching a child of mine grow into a smiling the teen that I was never given a chance to be myself, yet because I have been rejected all of my life I have no children. I will not lie to you. I was born a boy and am so happy I was, but if I was born a girl I could have children as a single person if I had to. That is one thing you can you that I cannot and when you realize your life will end one day. leaving children behind when you die may seem like the only thing that makes life have meaning in the end.
As I heard what you speak in several videos and wonder if you feel like a boy or just wish you were one. I have relived my trauma everyday since I was 12 through terrifying flashbacks that I cannot stop. I wish they would end, but they won't. I wish they didn't steal my life, but they did. We can waste our lives wishing rather than living.
You said you once felt you had to be a pretty girl, but as a boy you don't feel that pressure. I am being honest. You have a very nice face. There are boys who like girls with no make-up, tee shirts and blue jeans. I know because I was one of them. The media's ideal woman is a lie. If I was a teenager and you liked boys I would pick you first out of a crowd. It is cool if you like girls instead of boys, but I hope you will think about if you'd like children of your own someday.
I relate to this video so much, thank you for posting this Kovu. I feel a bit less awful now, and a little less alone. :)
I look up to you and I feel the same or similiar way and I found it inspiring. Every video you upload gives me power. You helped me start understanding that I will be happier in this way I am today and I am so glad I bumped into your channel. Dont know if I wrote this properly, but I felt like must say that ;) You are amazing to me. Stay strong
Hey! So proud of you for stepping out and sharing with us. You are such a wise and understanding young man at 15!
Stay strong! It's a lifelong journey and definitely not an easy one. It's full of pitfalls and much self-discovery! You'll be fine...trust me. Hugzzz
2009jaimee thank you very much! 😄
Stay strong, eat healthy and never give up :) listen to your own advice Kovu because we all do, if you can help 1 person or save 1 persons life then it’s worth it just remember that
self acceptance is really hard, but you'll learn to love yourself soon i promise, you'll get through it, i hope you're okay ❣️❣️
I'm at the point where I don't know myself anymore and I really needed to hear this thank you
Dear Kovu, I've just found you while doing some research for school, so thank you for your openness, it helped me a lot to understand how trans people really feel.
I hope you feel much less dissapointed about yourself now and mainly that you're happy with yourself and in your body, because that's what matters, doesn't it? Also, I love your English, haha. All the best greetings and a big hug from the Czech republic!
I’m really late. But I have something to say. I think that what makes you special is that you do videos to help people and not to talk about your life, you care about the others. That’s really cool.
Lol it was funny when you said "If you haven't seen me before Hi, I'm Kovu, and I make videos." XD ... only me? Ok...
hey, kovu it's honestly okay to talk about your feelings. mate, it's your youtube channel, and honestly, you've helped quite some people feel slightly less horrible about... everything, not just those who may be questioning their genders, but just those who've been dealing with some stuff, including me. it's totally okay to not want to identify with the lgbtq+ community, it's totally okay to not feel pride because of course, there's more to you than your gender, and those who've subscribed appreciate that, and we stand by you for who you are as a person. i don't even know how to explain it but i really appreciate you as a youtuber because your content seems safe and descriptive of the emotions that i've not been able to put into words. thanks for that (and for the record, i think you're a pretty handsome guy? !! in a noncreepy way oh god )
once a trash always a trash Thank you. That truly does mean a lot. I'm very grateful
no problem! thank you for creating such supportive content
Not everyone is rational but you have to be strong to live and to be human and to be human is to be rational but that's not always the case so stay strong Kubo
People who love you truly want you to be YOU, because you are a valid, inspiring, and real person. I hope you realize that no matter how much you hate yourself, we love you, I know I do, and most of all, you are inspiring no matter what you do. I'm genderfluid, and this helps me- thank you, Kovu. Thank you for your bravery. Feelings are scary. He is SO right, if you tell us that you feel bad, we can relate and help. You help us become us. Thank you♡
Also, you don't need to be seen as "trans." You are a guy, and no matter how many social/gender norms you break by being you, you are still valid. You DON'T have to listen to your feelings. I hope you catch those good ones. You deserve happiness, Kovu.
Maria Boyd Thank you so much
kovu you're so sweet, go ahead and talk of yourself in videos, I enjoy learning of you, you're An amazing person and I look up to you. you're such a sweetheart.
Hateable JJ thank you so much ❤️
Kovu. I completely understand this, you make me so happy. I'm a DemiBoy and still trying to accept myself. My friend is Pan. She is so confident, I wish I could be like her. I hope to come out soon. But my last coming of the OUT didn't go so well... my friend said that I was just saying it and I'm not really demi.
Kovu u make me feel so good about myself because I can relate I have all these fears because I know I'm trans but I'm scared but I don't want to accept it but you are helping me
I relate so much. I feel like my family and frens deserve a daughter. It's not fair to them that they have to deal with me. The trans guy who doubts very decision.
Kovu you're amazing
And you're an inspiration but I think it's because you're a human (or a so cool unicorn) and when someone it's in trouble don't need to hear a perfect person talking about how perfect it's all around
They need to hear a real person who understands what's going on.
Thanks for upload the video I needed so much
Happy Hollydays (I hope you can understand this comment because my English is terrible)
Blue Winter Your English is wonderful, thank you so much. Happy holidays to you too!
Aww, Kovu, you look so cute today.
Katrina H thank you! :3
Kovu is a unicorn You're welcome :3 xx
Kovu is a unicorn hey I need some help with how to tell my friends and family that I'm Transgender but I don't know if I know how or if I should I just need your help....
Haley Rulison Hi, I think you should tell them, because it gives you the opportunity to move forward. I wrote a letter, and I got good replies on that. Even though I later realised that not everyone was being honest about how they felt about it. But the most important thing is that you will get happy and that you take the first steps towards being the person that you feel you are. It might be terrifying, but it is worth it. Just be honest about it, and there is nothing else you can do. You have to be open to answering questions so that everyone can understand it better and feel like they are being taken serious. You can't do anything about how they will respond, but you can control yourself in this situation. You know them, and you can try to help them understand. I wish you all the luck in the world, just think about it and do what you think is best.
He always looks cute :D
hi, kovu. i just wanna say thank you. you're so damn inspiring, i love you and i really can relate to your videos. so yeah. you're and awesome person, dude. i mean it. best regards from a total stranger
nanna jørgensen Thank you so much! It means a lot ☺️❤
Great video man, really motivational and inspirational words at the end. I'm sure a lot of people will find this to be helpful. :)
Jay'sJourney - FtM⚧ aw cheers man!
Kovu is a unicorn No worries. :)
Kovu, I'll be friends with you, you seem amazing and awesome and you're so talented with your videos, music, and your inspiration!!! thank you so much!!! i love you Kovu!!!
This was really nice because I have only told my mom so far that I don't like being a male and I feel the same way as you (although I haven't transitioned yet and I am originally male) I don't fit in with the trans community and I don't like being trans... but this was extremely encouraging thank you
Dear Kovu I just wanna say that I didn't know that you're trans. I've watched your videos for about 3 month and I haven't noticed. I just found your channel bc I was bored and typed "unicorn" into the search line and yeah that's how I found your account and I love it and I really enjoy watching your videos :D I know this is an old video but maybe you read this comment. :) You are awesome Kovu! Stay safe and keep your head up! HAve a nice day! :)
I know how you feel I love your videos you make me feel a lot better I wanna just say Thankyou so much for everything
i feel the exact same way. but ya know, ya gotta start somewhere. maybe i dont have the best start than others but a start is a start
I go through a similar thing I'm only out to a few of my friends and none of my family although I give off the appearance of a boy and have been asked several times but my step mum if I want to be one. but I panic and deny it. I try to look like a boy. But sometimesI wear girl clothes, eventhough I hate it, just to appease my step mum. Oh and my name is Nick. Thank you so much for making these videos you truly are making a difference.
Kovu, you shouldn't feel bad about being open in your videos (And in real life, obviously). You are such a great fucking person and telling the truth about how you feel is important, if you ever feel like shit you can talk to me and so many other people.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU AND I WON'T LET YOU FORGET THAT
And may I just say you're looking really handsome and adorable in this video
yeah...
kthxbye
fuck this helped me so much, thank you kovu x
Off topic, where can I buy that shirt it’s so CUTE! Also, I know this is a past video, but you are awesome!
Hey Kovu! You are an AMAZING human being and I want you to know that.
ur an inspiration and an advocate dude i love u
I really needed this😩💕
Please, read this Kovu:
I'm FtM transgender and I'm really scared. I'm planning on writing a letter to my parents and on it, it would say everything, since when I started to doubt about my sexual identity, how I feel about it, my depression and just everything since the start of all this until now.
I'm really scared that they're not going to accept me and my anxiety simply gets worse everyday just by thinking about this.
So, I just want any advice or anything from you or from anyone who has already experienced this situation.
Thanks for being yourself and helping me and many other people. Love ya xxxox.
-Zac.
Sky Boy First, thank you! Second, it's understandable that you're anxious, especially when opening up to them about so many things all at once. Remember to only do it if you know you're safe. Coming out is only a good idea when the positive outcome will outweigh the negative. I truly do think it's important to talk to someone about your mental health though, where treatment can be needed. Also, even if you do write them a letter, be prepared for a conversation with them after. If you have a sibling, come out to them first so that they can support you and make you feel less vulnerable when telling your parents. Or do like I did, have your school nurse and/or teacher tell them. I hope everything goes well either way xx
Kovu is a unicorn Thank you so much! I'll tell them this Saturday, I'll let you know how everything went.
Love from Argentina.
Keep doing what you love, stay safe and beautiful.
-Zac.
I love your videos. You keep being you Kovu.
I like you, you're a great guy, and you deserve the love you keep trying to give the world
I just want to hug you and reassure you and tell you everything is fine and make you happy. I'm not sure what else to say. Know that you have many of us supporting you.
Katrina K Thank you.
Omg i can relate so much and I’m not even out yet
Aw bless you. You are not special for Being trans, it's your personality
I also don't "feel" like I'm trans even though I have dysphoria and I feel like a boy. I don't think I like to use the label "trans" or anything. I just feel like me. And it just feels really weird to just straight up say "I'm a boy" even though I feel like one and want to look just like one. I also want others to see me as one, and it feels normal when they assume I'm one. It just feels weird for ME to say it. I would rather just be born a boy. I also don't want anyone to know that I'm trans. Being a boy is just a small part of me anyway even though its also important because of the dysphoria. I don't want people to like me just because I'm trans, either. I need to accept that I'm also just a boy that happens to be trans, too. I like this video. It was the first video that appeared in my recommendations today after I kept thinking about why it feels weird to use certian labels and stuff. Maybe this video is like sent from God or something, I don't know, but I'm thankful for it. Thank you for posting this video. I found it helpful as someone who's also working on liking themselves based on other things as well as my gender. In fact, the first video I saw about dysphoria and what I was experiencing was your video when you tried to make a makeshift diy chest binder. I didn't really understand what transgender was at the time because I saw that video when it was new and it was the first introduction to what trans meant for me, but I understood that you were a person and that we seem to go through the same thing about wanting to bind our chest, so I just called you Kovu. I'm almost 20 now and I feel the same way. I hope we can both learn to accept ourselves. ❤
I feel this way all the time. I am glad i am not alone
hugs
yas i agree that gender is much more complicated
Gosh how am i supposed to start this, this video is just so fucking relatable. I tried coming out to my parents two days ago and it went haywire. I mean, it's expected as they are typical asian parents and they don't (and probably will never) understand gender/sexuality issues, but it's impossible for me to change who I am so all I'm asking for is for them to accept that I'm not a girl. I'm just not the perfect daughter they hoped for. And it kills me to tell them that because I feel like a huge disappointment too, like I can't live up to their expectations. Before I can even truly express myself I had to shut the whole conversation to an end because they were throwing objects at me, screaming at me to just be a girl and it really hurts, you know. I really want to pursue them tiny trans dreams like top surgery and T-shots in the near future but I need their acceptance before all that. It's like I'm finally being honest and accepting myself then poof, here's more shit to deal with. Okeh I'm done ranting I appreciate it so much if you actually read this c:
AlanisTheHusky gosh that is terrible. I'm so, so sorry. I hope thing will get better and that they will be more understanding soon. Stay strong please
Thanks for the support Kovu it means so much to me. Same goes to you aye, keep making these videos that will make you feel better instead of bearing the need to help others, we're happy when you're happy c: Thanks again!
I came out December of 2019 I feel you I know where you are coming from you a are a real guy don't you forget that
I'm so proud of you, I still can't come out or cut my hair im so scared
Duck Quigley I truly hope you'll be able to soon
Kovu is a unicorn Thank you me too!
I found out about me being trans last year. I felt dysphoric af but I always tried to ignore that because I was afraid that being trans would have been basically social suicide: I live in a very transphobic country and most people I know don't really know what trans means. At the beginning of the scholastic year my dysphoria became too strong to be repressed and I came out to my best friend. Now I'm out to 4 people and counting! (I'm also planning to came out to my parents)