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I'm a straight guy, but your video hit me HARD, man. Like you said, this video isn't even really about being gay, it's about accepting and loving yourself for who you are, and just be real. Great video my friend. By the way, I did your oblique workout at the gym the other day, thanks for making me sore these past few days =P
Barrett, Amazing job. From your blog to your videos, I still get chills after following your story for a year now. You inspire and are so authentic. I admire that so much and hope to be strong as you are one day. Thank you for sharing your stories and know you are making a difference. Much love, xx Colby
I feel loved knowing there are people like you out in the world that can tell people this❣️❣️Much love and it is a scary thought to know that I have to hide myself ❣️❣️❣️
I watched so many of these and every time I do, I am in awe. I never ever ever imagined that I could be accepted for who I am. I never even imagined I would ever want to come out or accept this part of myself. People don't understand how much being closeted hurts once you've accepted yourself. The anticipation of rejection, of being viewed as less in some way is the worst feeling in the world. So we wait, tell ourselves that if I accomplish this or that, then they can't possibly see me as not good enough when I come out. But no matter how successful I become, I never feel like its enough. You can be the strongest person in the world but when it comes to making yourself vulnerable you can't find strength. There is no one in the world I am afraid to stand and fight against and yet there is no one in the world I can stand up and ask for acceptance from. You deprive yourself of those who would/could love you for who you are so that you don't lose the love of those that love you for who they want you to be. I hope one day I'll find the strength to let someone in, but in the meantime, you've eased my suffering my brother. Thank you.
Thank you for this video. In tears. Authenticity is what I crave but feels so far away. Thank you for your loving words, they mean the world to me. Be blessed.
you are so insightful , so in touch with who you are. I am 55 and i am still going through the exact things you have gone through already in your life. i live in such a small town,where everyone is very very backwards. I haven't been able to be myself here. it is so consuming and so miserable. i just don't have what it takes to stand up against my family. i always find inspiration in someone like you you are such an awesome guy.
I liked this video that you made. Although I am straight, I accept, care, and love others for who they are. There should be more people out there who are as loving and accepting to diversity like you. You are loved and cared for and your kind words and sincerity makes me smile. Thank you for making me smile. And thank you for makinh me happy. 😄
Dear Barrett, you are a pure encouragement to live and to love. I don´t understand, how could you ever think, that your mom could stop loving you just because you are gay, or to love you less. For you are such a great person, just as you are. I wish you all the best and much love in your life.
Thanks for saying it's about being real and mentioning weight. I suppressed my feelings all my life including my attractions to men. I also buried them under my weight which kept them down but also built a barrier between me and everyone else. I spent 55 years in loneliness because of fear and denial.
This was truly inspirational. You delivered your message with such pure passion, authenticity and clarity. The small breaks between each sentence gave me a quick interval to mentally accept and appreciate your words which was important as each phrase you uttered held such meaning. The bitesize chunks of speech were then complimented by the pace which was slightly languid and drawn out in length which helped to draw my attention to each and every word. Finally, your delivery was topped off with a soothing, gravely voice and a pure American accent which served to be very relaxing. Despite the fact that I'm already out of the closet, this video meant so much to me. You seem to emit real positivity and I find it extremely therapeutic to watch your videos. I barely ever comment on videos but this one was slightly special to me. Best Wishes.
there is such a light of hopefullness, courage and authenticity thats flowing through in this vlog. its comfoting to see someone that just totally self accepting in any way that seems so peaceful. not even hiding the struggle they endured. it helps me tremendously. i now feel me incouraged and hopeful to live more authentically. for that im grateful. God bless.
Barret thank you so much, you inspired me to always value myself and to be truthful about who i really am. I've had a few negative thoughts and sunk into a dark place but i feel better now. Hiding is so annoying and depressing, please keep doing your thing. You have so much power in your voice and heart.
My Precious Barrett....THANK YOU so much for that beautiful testament you shared with us sweetheart and that "positive energy" you have. I have seen MANY of these coming out videos and yours is in a class by itself. Not only are you true to yourself but you are also helping others who are struggling to come out. All the things I share with our gay youth are the same things you mentioned like being true to yourself, to thine own self be true, never let ANYONE treat you less than you are. Be the BEST authentic person you can be and live life happy, joyous and free! As a mentor for our gay youth I am the "mama" to several of our kids who need our love, attention, understanding and compassion. I have been working with our gay youth for quite some time now and hoping to branch out volunteering at one of our local "Trevor Project" locations that work with and house many of our homeless gay youth. I have also been through the coming out process years ago and although my family knew all along, I had to come out on my terms and not theirs. Luckily my coming out went really well...but now it's nearly 30 years later and now our gay youth are coming out younger and younger which is a good thing. Not like I did at 27...lol...so CONGRATS on such an amazing video baby and I'd like to follow your journey if you don't mind. You bring light to the darkness when we need it the most! Once again, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! XO MAMA STEVE😊👍🌹🎉🎵🎶🎶
No more hiding, no more fear, in the recent months, I just found out how stupid I was spending so many years hiding and fearing and being someone others expected. Because of this, I missed a guy who adored me as much as I was into him. I am unsure if that could happen again in my life.
It's nice to hear someone say that their struggle with sexuality had as much to do with their identity as it did their sexual orientation. I know that was the case with me and it's good to hear it coming from someone else's mouth because many people don't understand this. Keep spreading love with that beautiful smile of yours!
Hi Barret, this is the first time I have watched your videos, I've seen you on Marco Ovando's Instagram and liked some of your pics, but after watching your videos, especially this one, I shed a few tears, you are even more beautiful on the inside. I'm openly gay, been since my early 20's, and I have depression. As happy and butterfly-esque I can be I can be terribly shy and loathe myself. This video made me cry when you said "I love you", it was unexpected and sincere, and I'm still in tears writing this... Thank you for this message, there are people like you and remembering that is something I can hold on to stay here. I hope through the universe's mysterious ways we could meet one day, alas I'm in Africa but I'm holding onto that dream. Everybody deserves a friends like you. Thank you for your light it got me through today, and even though I don't know you, for what it's worth I love you too for this today
Divan, we truly are all one. Whether you live in Africa or America as I do, we are all one. Love is eternal and universal. Whether we are gay or straight, male or female, black or white, we are all one. God is love and we all share in the nature of the divine [divan]. We are all brothers and sisters, always remember that, you are never alone......Ray
This is the first video that I have seen. What a wonder speaker and presenter you are. Thank you for sharing your story. I have no doubt that you will positively affect many lives around the world with your message.
I am too a homosexual male and I came out to my parents. They were not accepting. They called me selfish, a disgrace and that I was tearing our family apart. My mother took this situation to social media where all of her friends would see it. They felt distressed over the fact that I wouldn't have kids, and that there wouldn't be the next generation. I felt absolutely broken. I thought that there might just be a slither of hope for acceptance from them, but no. It was almost as if they hated me, as if I was nothing more than just a baby-maker. To this day I still don't know what to do. We haven't talked about this topic since I came out to them, and to be honest I almost hate myself for being gay. It was so strongly associated with negative qualities and I lived a large part of my life being who I wanted to be, but not who I truly am. When I was a toddler, just like you Barrett I also absolutely loved my barbies and the color pink. All my friends were girls. I loved fashion design and ballet. My parents hated everything I loved and tried many attempts to change who I was. I know now that I am who I am and theres nothing I can do about it, but I feel petrified - what do I do when I find someone I love, and who i want to spend the rest of my life with? How do I help them accept me quicker? What do I do in the future? Will they send me to conversion therapy? My brain is full of questions. After watching your video I was able to find a little spark of confidence in me to be who I am, no matter what. Thank you Barrett, thank you so much for everything.
That is a great story man! Thanks for sharing. I realized when I made my own coming out video, I should be so lucky to have so many supportive people around me. I wish you all the best!
I was just watching videos, and your video popped up on my front page. I had no idea who you were. I had to go read about you. I must say this is a powerful video and you accomplished a lot too. I liked the part about being true to who you are and not to Hollywood. You are still blessed and moving forward. Please take care.
Good for you. It took me a very long time but it was worth it. The world has become much more accepting but it is still a challenge. Bravery and visibility are important and it helps others.
Barrett, just found you and subbed. I'm a long-time youth counselor and am very happy for you in your life adventure. I can see that you are a serious, vital, and sincere young man who has discovered the secret of personal happiness: BE WHO YOU ARE. Your face and your eyes broadcast how real you are. Thanks, bro!
Hello , Mr. Pall, I just discovered you channel and videos, and i think you are AWESOME. I older came out later,dealing with a very judge mental family from the Bible Belt of Texas, I lived most of my life in fear. Coming out has been bitter sweet, with a mix of both good and bad, i wish I had discovered someone like you then,but I still find you entertaining and insightful,,,,AND WISE,for your age. I would simply like to say thankyou for this and thankyou for doing what you do. Kj'.
Very admirable and inspiring. Your approach is almost zen-like in quality. Thank you for sharing your life's experiencing. You are as beautiful inside as you are outside. Keep up the great work! Just became a subscriber.
Sweetheart, I have no words to say how wonderful and honest this was. I AM SO PROUD YOU! You spoke from the heart and I loved it. I have seen MANY of these coming out videos and yours is so different. It came from a place deep down in your soul and sharing it with those who are still struggling. I have been out for MANY years and have witnessed you kids coming out for a long time...there's been no difference except for the fact you kids are coming out sooner than later. I wish I had the nerve to come out sooner when I did at 27 but in my day not many people came out. Those that came out were ready to but I wasn't ready....they say you come out in your own time and no one else's...so when I came out family and friends figured out I was and they were waiting for me to come out for myself. So I had a great coming out compared to those that are "punished" for being their true authentic self. Families disown them, kids end up on the street etc. That's why many years ago I decided to be a mentor or Mama to these kids and help them get through the turmoil and pain they are experiencing. If you know of anyone struggling, or living on the street etc...check out The Trevor Project which helps the gay youth get back on their feet. As for you sweetheart....I wish you nothing but ALOT of love, contentment, happiness and everything you want. You're a beautiful boy with so much love to give and hoping you find your true love and live your life happy, joyous and free! XOXOX Mama Steve😊😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Barrett you're a good man don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise. you teach a message of inspiration and understanding, that I feel the ENTIRE world should strive towards. Keep up the great work. My positive energies are with you AND with your family. May we ALL have Better AND Loving days ahead !!
Barett, you're an amazing person and i really love you. You're so kind, nice, handsome, your eyes are just WOW. Just be yoursfel, people. Dont let other people change you for who you are. Love and be loved. Accept and support 'cause thats what is keeping us together. Great job man
Barret, i loved this video, you are an amazing person. As far as I’m concerned, it’s been very very bad lately. I live in a country where being gay is far from acceptable and it’s just killing me slowly, more and more every night... many times i can’t stop crying for 3-4 hours straight... i Don’t know how much more i can take
tears in my eyes..look how honest you are, I really wish I could tell my mom am gay.am form Africa it a hole different case am black am gay am from Africa I really wish I could explain this better...all said and done I love you I really do.
DAT WINK omg, you honestly inspired me today, with this one video, I kept telling myself I wouldn't let it out but, you just opened my heart to the possibility I might not be hated and broken by those close to me I come out, and everything you said, was beautiful...I love you and I love your story and everything about you, you are amazing and I thank you for sharing this with us, and like said before, that wink just wrapped everything up perfectly XD I've never seen anyone do a wink that well
Barrett - This was a great inspirational video. Regardless of who you are, always be your authentic self. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love Love too! 👏. I hope others that are in dark places are able to watch this and know that they are not alone. Many smiles & thanks your way! 💗💙💚💛💜
I LOVE your videos. I really like that they are so real. They are not super edited or super worked on the background or anything. Its real it is what it is, your videos are not pretending to sell themselves. I can see they really come from the heart. Thank you for being brave and tell your story.
Your words made me mourn , really touched my heart . I'm caught in a farce . And know that everything can be well makes me want to live. Thank you very much . Greetings from Guatemala . ( Sorry if you do not understand me , but do not speak very good English )
I'm a 45 year old divorced father of 1 son who is a loyal follower/subscriber/viewer of your page. As you are well aware of by now, your video's are very educational and entertaining to everyone who views. Please keep up the good work and do not give up on the video's. Your hard work has is enjoyed by many. I am now a loyal follower/subscriber/viewer of your page thanks to my son and his friends. When my wife and I divorced, my son chose to live with me so that he could stay at the same high school. After graduation he chose to join the Marines for some reason - WHY??? - I found out why a year later. One day while we were eating dinner he nervously told me that he was gay and loved me very much. He told me that he has known for awhile about this feelings and was afraid to tell me. Didn't want to hurt me. He said that he he had joined the Marines so I would be proud of him. He thought it would make it easier on me when found out that he was gay. I really did not even suspect nor did I care but was glad he told me. TOLD HIM THAT I LOVED HIM AND JUST WANT HIM TO BE HAPPY HIMSELF AND LIFE. We now talk more than ever about what is happening in life, even about who he is seeing. RECENT QUICK STORY ABOUT MY SON, From time to time my home becomes a crash pad for my Marine son and his friends on leave from base. The latest 4 day leave my son had was a lot different from all others I've witnessed. My son invited 15 of his Marine buddies over for their 4 day Labor Day weekend leave. I found out the whole group of guys were in various stages of lets say "finding themselves" surprised me. Their leave developed into a 4 day marathon session of viewing CZcams coming out videos. PLUS they also viewed every episode of a Portuguese Soap Opera about Paulo & Miguel. They were really hooked on all the story lines. I have to look up the soap opera soon. Only time they ever left the house was to play in the pool. Each guy purchased a case of beer for the weekend and planned on doing nothing but to relax for 4 days. Sad to say that all the beer was gone the first night. I made 7 trips for beer & food during their stay. Also had to turn into a maid for them (someone had to collect 100's of beer bottles) I WAS HAPPY TO DO SO. The biggest surprise came for me the last day when they were leaving to go back to base. Each one gave me a hug and thanked me for being so understanding of them. I proudly hugged them back. Told them that "I was very proud them all and glad I got to know each one of them". Seeing them all walking to their cars joking, laughing and smiling with each other made me tear up. The best Labor Day weekend I ever had. THANK YOU Barrett, I found out your videos were viewed by all the guys during their stay. Your video's made 16 Marines very happy over their past Labor Day leave. A QUICK NOTE FROM ME TO OTHERS, Knowing my son is gay, BUT OUT TO Me and few others has me very very concerned for his safety at times. He has started to see another Marine which makes me very happy for him. Hard for them to go out on dates. Asked my son him if I could meet him and I did on one of their leave. Nice guy by the way! I love my son so much; don't ever want to loose him or his friends to senseless violence. Make peace with your self, then with others. Thanks, ERIC
i love you too. you know gay people are the bravest because it's so hard to come out of the closeth when there are still being some many mean homophobic people but fuck off life its too short for waste it living a lie and being someone you are not just to make others happy. i'm rally happy for all of those who come out of the closeth, it's the best feeling in the world you feel so free and so awesome. you are so gorgeous and sexy and so kind i love youu i love your videos and i will always support you never stop being who you are. tons of loveeee and good vibes xoxo
Amazing video its so true everything you said its not a easy thing to do coming out but omg when you do its like a release you feel REAL. You are vary inspirational and please keep making videos like this one.
Yours is a very sincere video, and it is going on my "Coming Out As Gay" CZcams Playlist. Now, I am going to surf over to read your letter on Huffington Post. Good Luck Always!
Ah my dear Barrett, I do wish you well. As an old activist (I came out into activism in the early 70's), I have seen a lot of change, mostly for the better, for LGBTQ+ young people. Welcome to the world of out, proud, happy gayness. And, since I've seen your video with Pietro, i confess a small envy, for he amazes me. That you are friends says good things about you and I think I'd love to meet you...though that is beyond unlikely. May you find the joy of the lasting love of another who sees the best in you. Love, my handsome and courageous man.
It's so hard to admit it, even myself that i'm bisexual. Still in closet, couldn't find any guts to tell my best friend, or my family or anyone...and i feel sorry about this for my girlfriend. I love her to death, i'm really into her, I see my future with her dreaming about our kids and etc... but I also get this weird feeling about with guys..I love the company with men I'm secretly attracted to, not in a showy ways, just in my head. There are times I'm so confused if they have those kind of feeling. And,..to the point I so wanted to try to make out with a guy just to make it sure which I like the most..but I'm so down with my girlfriend..i feel sorry that i am like this..
ichisuke uchiha No reason to feel bad about this. we are humans and a lot of people are attracted to both, but you must honor yourself or else you will always be asking what if...good luck
+ichisuke 03 Don't be Sorry,PLEASE. It is how/who you are[at least for the present time]. You Will be Sorry(SORRIER) in the future if you Don't Accept Yourself NOW. Good Luck!!
You don't have to decide. You shouldn't be sorry. Bisexuality has tons of facets and you don't have to fit into a 50-50 or 60-40 percentage in terms of who you're attracted to. You love your girlfriend? Great! But I think you can be open with her about it. It won't change that you love her. So it shouldn't change that she loves you.
I really like your videos and persona. You seem so down to earth. I think this video is very inspiring and it was actually really helpfull! Love you. ;)
U r just such a good lifecoach!!!im your fan from China :) I really wanna come out, be the real guy I suppose to be, but since I'm just turned 18, and I've told some of my friends they are totally fine with it ,but isn't that a little bit early to the parents? I'm so inspired by videos like this, I've seen a lot of it but yours is the best one ☝️ my eyes are just in tears after hearing your monologue, it's u that encourages me to be a better man day by day, thank you ☺️greetings from the other part of the world 🌎:)
barrett your words really touched me am neither a gay nor a lesbian but i know the difficulties and hate that one get if he is gay or lesbian to be honest i never met one but i would love to support one and all the gays and lesbians are actually very strong it aint easy to go through all hate IJUST LOVE YOU ALL
Wonderful video, well-written and paced. One can tell you are an actor, not that you were acting, but that you knew how to deliver your story effectively. Thank you.
Hey guys, I shared my coming out story on my channel as well. I'm hoping it will help a lot of you who are currently struggling with that process! Great job with this video Barret. Subscribed
Thank you so much for making this video. It really helped me a lot in accepting myself as who I am. It's been a while since I first watched your video(on a shared computer in incognito mode, xd). I changed quite a lot of things in my life. And right now I feel absolutely delightful wearing clothes that I love, loving and enjoying things that I didn't notice or experience earlier and of course being myself around other people. And again, a huge Thank you.
I literally just discovered you like 2 weeks ago but I am so obsessed with you! Your such an inspiration to many and especially me! You maybe small now but when you get bigger I'll say to people, yeah I knew him way before you guys so yeah.. 😄 p.s you met Pietro Boselli!!!!! 😱 even got to collab with him LUCKY! Well I know you guys met way before but yeah! LOVE YA! Forever a fan Norenzo! ❤️😘💋
I just happened to come across this yes you are loved and I love your attitude you're so awesome and I wish I could meet you one day to have a half hour chat with you you're an amazing person anyway if you come across this have a great week.
It is a really hard time in Your life. Things were really different when I was in High School. It wasn't accepted back then, and one Guy that acted like He was Gay I was really scared to admit it, after seeing how He was treated. This was the mid 1980's, and You guys don't realize how hard it was to be Gay back then. You can't imagine how tough it was to see a Straight couple holding hands or kissing in public, and knowing that You can't do that. I am still pretty shy about it, but I am a lot more open now than I used to be. I am currently looking and I am an older Bottom Guy looking for a Top. I know there will always be bullies, but I am Thankful for The Freedom that We have now.
this video made me cry You are such an amazing person I am glad that all of this positive thing happen to me but me it is opposite most of my guy friend ditch me but I really don't mind about it
hey barrett hello i'm very happy to be watching your coming out story it touch me in side my heart i can understand what you are saying i been out for twenty five year's of my own life i'm also gay i was in a relationship with a other guy we both love each other till you left me at death i miss him everyday we both been together over twenty year's thank you for telling us your story i really apparrently i love you even if you don't know me else william waiamau march 27 2015
I have to say this i am gay had no family support still get embarrassed when people mention me being gay i am almost 60 years old dont be like me get it out and be proud of who you are always
I'm a straight guy, but your video hit me HARD, man. Like you said, this video isn't even really about being gay, it's about accepting and loving yourself for who you are, and just be real. Great video my friend. By the way, I did your oblique workout at the gym the other day, thanks for making me sore these past few days =P
This is a face that could launch a thousand ships...what an aesthetically, striking, unique looking person you are.
tangled55 Thank you. Now I hope to launch thousands, if not millions of rays of love and positivity!
He's also an ex-model (now being 2022)!
This made me cry. I didn't realize how powerful a strangers words could be until just now.
I love you Barrett! I needed this today. I'm ignored and tossed aside by so many people in my life. I just need to be me and be happy.
Barrett,
Amazing job. From your blog to your videos, I still get chills after following your story for a year now. You inspire and are so authentic. I admire that so much and hope to be strong as you are one day. Thank you for sharing your stories and know you are making a difference.
Much love, xx
Colby
Can't stop looking at your eyes. Omg they r so beautiful! I think you're an amazing person ♥
+Defne Tunç
Maybe you should try and get a date with him. Maybe
he just hasn't found the right woman, and figures he
must be gay.
George Harrison no.
I know right !!
Thank you youngster. You make the world brighter just by being in your moment. Be forever kind. Hugs!
I feel loved knowing there are people like you out in the world that can tell people this❣️❣️Much love and it is a scary thought to know that I have to hide myself ❣️❣️❣️
I watched so many of these and every time I do, I am in awe. I never ever ever imagined that I could be accepted for who I am. I never even imagined I would ever want to come out or accept this part of myself. People don't understand how much being closeted hurts once you've accepted yourself. The anticipation of rejection, of being viewed as less in some way is the worst feeling in the world. So we wait, tell ourselves that if I accomplish this or that, then they can't possibly see me as not good enough when I come out. But no matter how successful I become, I never feel like its enough. You can be the strongest person in the world but when it comes to making yourself vulnerable you can't find strength. There is no one in the world I am afraid to stand and fight against and yet there is no one in the world I can stand up and ask for acceptance from. You deprive yourself of those who would/could love you for who you are so that you don't lose the love of those that love you for who they want you to be. I hope one day I'll find the strength to let someone in, but in the meantime, you've eased my suffering my brother. Thank you.
Thank you for this video. In tears. Authenticity is what I crave but feels so far away. Thank you for your loving words, they mean the world to me. Be blessed.
you are so insightful , so in touch with who you are. I am 55 and i am still going through the exact things you have gone through already in your life. i live in such a small town,where everyone is very very backwards. I haven't been able to be myself here. it is so consuming and so miserable. i just don't have what it takes to stand up against my family. i always find inspiration in someone like you you are such an awesome guy.
I liked this video that you made. Although I am straight, I accept, care, and love others for who they are. There should be more people out there who are as loving and accepting to diversity like you. You are loved and cared for and your kind words and sincerity makes me smile. Thank you for making me smile. And thank you for makinh me happy. 😄
Dear Barrett, you are a pure encouragement to live and to love. I don´t understand, how could you ever think, that your mom could stop loving you just because you are gay, or to love you less. For you are such a great person, just as you are. I wish you all the best and much love in your life.
Thanks for saying it's about being real and mentioning weight. I suppressed my feelings all my life including my attractions to men. I also buried them under my weight which kept them down but also built a barrier between me and everyone else. I spent 55 years in loneliness because of fear and denial.
This was truly inspirational. You delivered your message with such pure passion, authenticity and clarity. The small breaks between each sentence gave me a quick interval to mentally accept and appreciate your words which was important as each phrase you uttered held such meaning. The bitesize chunks of speech were then complimented by the pace which was slightly languid and drawn out in length which helped to draw my attention to each and every word. Finally, your delivery was topped off with a soothing, gravely voice and a pure American accent which served to be very relaxing. Despite the fact that I'm already out of the closet, this video meant so much to me. You seem to emit real positivity and I find it extremely therapeutic to watch your videos. I barely ever comment on videos but this one was slightly special to me.
Best Wishes.
+Joshua Goodstein thank you for such kind words
there is such a light of hopefullness, courage and authenticity thats flowing through in this vlog. its comfoting to see someone that just totally self accepting in any way that seems so peaceful. not even hiding the struggle they endured. it helps me tremendously. i now feel me incouraged and hopeful to live more authentically. for that im grateful. God bless.
Barret thank you so much, you inspired me to always value myself and to be truthful about who i really am. I've had a few negative thoughts and sunk into a dark place but i feel better now. Hiding is so annoying and depressing, please keep doing your thing. You have so much power in your voice and heart.
you have such a wonderful attitude! Such a warm and happy and positive view on life, on this world! It makes me happy to watch your video.
My Precious Barrett....THANK YOU so much for that beautiful testament you shared with us sweetheart and that "positive energy" you have. I have seen MANY of these coming out videos and yours is in a class by itself. Not only are you true to yourself but you are also helping others who are struggling to come out. All the things I share with our gay youth are the same things you mentioned like being true to yourself, to thine own self be true, never let ANYONE treat you less than you are. Be the BEST authentic person you can be and live life happy, joyous and free! As a mentor for our gay youth I am the "mama" to several of our kids who need our love, attention, understanding and compassion. I have been working with our gay youth for quite some time now and hoping to branch out volunteering at one of our local "Trevor Project" locations that work with and house many of our homeless gay youth. I have also been through the coming out process years ago and although my family knew all along, I had to come out on my terms and not theirs. Luckily my coming out went really well...but now it's nearly 30 years later and now our gay youth are coming out younger and younger which is a good thing. Not like I did at 27...lol...so CONGRATS on such an amazing video baby and I'd like to follow your journey if you don't mind. You bring light to the darkness when we need it the most! Once again, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! XO MAMA STEVE😊👍🌹🎉🎵🎶🎶
I love how clear your voice is. You can always be yourself with us. It will inspire others. Even its just one person, that is great.
I love you too babe, it's never over, but each struggle makes our spirits little stronger, thank you!
No more hiding, no more fear, in the recent months, I just found out how stupid I was spending so many years hiding and fearing and being someone others expected. Because of this, I missed a guy who adored me as much as I was into him. I am unsure if that could happen again in my life.
It's nice to hear someone say that their struggle with sexuality had as much to do with their identity as it did their sexual orientation. I know that was the case with me and it's good to hear it coming from someone else's mouth because many people don't understand this. Keep spreading love with that beautiful smile of yours!
Hi Barret, this is the first time I have watched your videos, I've seen you on Marco Ovando's Instagram and liked some of your pics, but after watching your videos, especially this one, I shed a few tears, you are even more beautiful on the inside. I'm openly gay, been since my early 20's, and I have depression. As happy and butterfly-esque I can be I can be terribly shy and loathe myself. This video made me cry when you said "I love you", it was unexpected and sincere, and I'm still in tears writing this... Thank you for this message, there are people like you and remembering that is something I can hold on to stay here. I hope through the universe's mysterious ways we could meet one day, alas I'm in Africa but I'm holding onto that dream. Everybody deserves a friends like you. Thank you for your light it got me through today, and even though I don't know you, for what it's worth I love you too for this today
We all are worth it. Much love my friend.
Divan, we truly are all one. Whether you live in Africa or America as I do, we are all one. Love is eternal and universal. Whether we are gay or straight, male or female, black or white, we are all one. God is love and we all share in the nature of the divine [divan]. We are all brothers and sisters, always remember that, you are never alone......Ray
This is the first video that I have seen. What a wonder speaker and presenter you are. Thank you for sharing your story. I have no doubt that you will positively affect many lives around the world with your message.
I am too a homosexual male and I came out to my parents. They were not accepting. They called me selfish, a disgrace and that I was tearing our family apart. My mother took this situation to social media where all of her friends would see it. They felt distressed over the fact that I wouldn't have kids, and that there wouldn't be the next generation. I felt absolutely broken. I thought that there might just be a slither of hope for acceptance from them, but no. It was almost as if they hated me, as if I was nothing more than just a baby-maker. To this day I still don't know what to do. We haven't talked about this topic since I came out to them, and to be honest I almost hate myself for being gay. It was so strongly associated with negative qualities and I lived a large part of my life being who I wanted to be, but not who I truly am. When I was a toddler, just like you Barrett I also absolutely loved my barbies and the color pink. All my friends were girls. I loved fashion design and ballet. My parents hated everything I loved and tried many attempts to change who I was. I know now that I am who I am and theres nothing I can do about it, but I feel petrified - what do I do when I find someone I love, and who i want to spend the rest of my life with? How do I help them accept me quicker? What do I do in the future? Will they send me to conversion therapy? My brain is full of questions. After watching your video I was able to find a little spark of confidence in me to be who I am, no matter what. Thank you Barrett, thank you so much for everything.
That is a great story man! Thanks for sharing. I realized when I made my own coming out video, I should be so lucky to have so many supportive people around me. I wish you all the best!
Your experience is a real motivation for me. Thanks bro!
I was just watching videos, and your video popped up on my front page. I had no idea who you were. I had to go read about you. I must say this is a powerful video and you accomplished a lot too. I liked the part about being true to who you are and not to Hollywood. You are still blessed and moving forward. Please take care.
Hey Barrett that is the most eloquent Coming out talk and I'm so grateful you shared this! THANK YOU! XX
What a wonderful self discovery, told with so much soul. Your self honesty will serve you well for the rest of your life. Love ya,
Good for you. It took me a very long time but it was worth it. The world has become much more accepting but it is still a challenge. Bravery and visibility are important and it helps others.
Barrett, just found you and subbed. I'm a long-time youth counselor and am very happy for you in your life adventure. I can see that you are a serious, vital, and sincere young man who has discovered the secret of personal happiness: BE WHO YOU ARE. Your face and your eyes broadcast how real you are. Thanks, bro!
Times are changing, true.
In some parts of the world however, they simply can't change fast enough.
Hello , Mr. Pall, I just discovered you channel and videos, and i think you are AWESOME. I older came out later,dealing with a very judge mental family from the Bible Belt of Texas, I lived most of my life in fear. Coming out has been bitter sweet, with a mix of both good and bad, i wish I had discovered someone like you then,but I still find you entertaining and insightful,,,,AND WISE,for your age. I would simply like to say thankyou for this and thankyou for doing what you do. Kj'.
Good for you! Even though I'm much older than you, there was something about your video that touched me. Stay yourself!
You are brave.Hope you can find your true love ASAP
Very admirable and inspiring. Your approach is almost zen-like in quality. Thank you for sharing your life's experiencing. You are as beautiful inside as you are outside. Keep up the great work! Just became a subscriber.
Thank you. Your honesty is very real and infectious.
You’re beautiful! Thanks for sharing this story! More people need to hear stuff like this!
Sweetheart, I have no words to say how wonderful and honest this was. I AM SO PROUD YOU! You spoke from the heart and I loved it. I have seen MANY of these coming out videos and yours is so different. It came from a place deep down in your soul and sharing it with those who are still struggling. I have been out for MANY years and have witnessed you kids coming out for a long time...there's been no difference except for the fact you kids are coming out sooner than later. I wish I had the nerve to come out sooner when I did at 27 but in my day not many people came out. Those that came out were ready to but I wasn't ready....they say you come out in your own time and no one else's...so when I came out family and friends figured out I was and they were waiting for me to come out for myself. So I had a great coming out compared to those that are "punished" for being their true authentic self. Families disown them, kids end up on the street etc. That's why many years ago I decided to be a mentor or Mama to these kids and help them get through the turmoil and pain they are experiencing. If you know of anyone struggling, or living on the street etc...check out The Trevor Project which helps the gay youth get back on their feet. As for you sweetheart....I wish you nothing but ALOT of love, contentment, happiness and everything you want. You're a beautiful boy with so much love to give and hoping you find your true love and live your life happy, joyous and free! XOXOX Mama Steve😊😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🐻🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
I couldn't agree more....
What a sweet, warm video
Barrett you're a good man don't let anyone ever tell you otherwise. you teach a message of inspiration and understanding, that I feel the ENTIRE world should strive towards. Keep up the great work. My positive energies are with you AND with your family. May we ALL have Better AND Loving days ahead !!
Barett, you're an amazing person and i really love you. You're so kind, nice, handsome, your eyes are just WOW. Just be yoursfel, people. Dont let other people change you for who you are. Love and be loved. Accept and support 'cause thats what is keeping us together. Great job man
Barret, i loved this video, you are an amazing person.
As far as I’m concerned, it’s been very very bad lately. I live in a country where being gay is far from acceptable and it’s just killing me slowly, more and more every night... many times i can’t stop crying for 3-4 hours straight... i Don’t know how much more i can take
tears in my eyes..look how honest you are, I really wish I could tell my mom am gay.am form Africa it a hole different case am black am gay am from Africa I really wish I could explain this better...all said and done I love you I really do.
DAT WINK omg, you honestly inspired me today, with this one video, I kept telling myself I wouldn't let it out but, you just opened my heart to the possibility I might not be hated and broken by those close to me I come out, and everything you said, was beautiful...I love you and I love your story and everything about you, you are amazing and I thank you for sharing this with us, and like said before, that wink just wrapped everything up perfectly XD I've never seen anyone do a wink that well
Barrett - This was a great inspirational video. Regardless of who you are, always be your authentic self. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love Love too! 👏. I hope others that are in dark places are able to watch this and know that they are not alone. Many smiles & thanks your way! 💗💙💚💛💜
woah... so much light & positivism flowing thru ur eyes & expression... just nice to refill my every day... nicely done! So subscribed thou!
Youre Such An Amazing Human Being And This Video Really Spoke To Me.
I LOVE your videos. I really like that they are so real. They are not super edited or super worked on the background or anything. Its real it is what it is, your videos are not pretending to sell themselves. I can see they really come from the heart. Thank you for being brave and tell your story.
Powerful and touching! I was touched by the honesty and sensibility. Everyone should be themselves!
Your words made me mourn , really touched my heart . I'm caught in a farce . And know that everything can be well makes me want to live. Thank you very much .
Greetings from Guatemala .
( Sorry if you do not understand me , but do not speak very good English )
And i send my love right back to you Barrett Pall,i love you too.
I'm a 45 year old divorced father of 1 son who is a loyal follower/subscriber/viewer of your page.
As you are well aware of by now, your video's are very educational and entertaining to everyone who views.
Please keep up the good work and do not give up on the video's. Your hard work has is enjoyed by many.
I am now a loyal follower/subscriber/viewer of your page thanks to my son and his friends.
When my wife and I divorced, my son chose to live with me so that he could stay at the same high school.
After graduation he chose to join the Marines for some reason - WHY??? - I found out why a year later.
One day while we were eating dinner he nervously told me that he was gay and loved me very much.
He told me that he has known for awhile about this feelings and was afraid to tell me. Didn't want to hurt me.
He said that he he had joined the Marines so I would be proud of him.
He thought it would make it easier on me when found out that he was gay.
I really did not even suspect nor did I care but was glad he told me.
TOLD HIM THAT I LOVED HIM AND JUST WANT HIM TO BE HAPPY HIMSELF AND LIFE.
We now talk more than ever about what is happening in life, even about who he is seeing.
RECENT QUICK STORY ABOUT MY SON,
From time to time my home becomes a crash pad for my Marine son and his friends on leave from base.
The latest 4 day leave my son had was a lot different from all others I've witnessed.
My son invited 15 of his Marine buddies over for their 4 day Labor Day weekend leave.
I found out the whole group of guys were in various stages of lets say "finding themselves" surprised me.
Their leave developed into a 4 day marathon session of viewing CZcams coming out videos.
PLUS they also viewed every episode of a Portuguese Soap Opera about Paulo & Miguel.
They were really hooked on all the story lines. I have to look up the soap opera soon.
Only time they ever left the house was to play in the pool.
Each guy purchased a case of beer for the weekend and planned on doing nothing but to relax for 4 days.
Sad to say that all the beer was gone the first night. I made 7 trips for beer & food during their stay.
Also had to turn into a maid for them (someone had to collect 100's of beer bottles) I WAS HAPPY TO DO SO.
The biggest surprise came for me the last day when they were leaving to go back to base.
Each one gave me a hug and thanked me for being so understanding of them. I proudly hugged them back.
Told them that "I was very proud them all and glad I got to know each one of them".
Seeing them all walking to their cars joking, laughing and smiling with each other made me tear up.
The best Labor Day weekend I ever had.
THANK YOU Barrett,
I found out your videos were viewed by all the guys during their stay.
Your video's made 16 Marines very happy over their past Labor Day leave.
A QUICK NOTE FROM ME TO OTHERS,
Knowing my son is gay, BUT OUT TO Me and few others has me very very concerned for his safety at times.
He has started to see another Marine which makes me very happy for him. Hard for them to go out on dates.
Asked my son him if I could meet him and I did on one of their leave. Nice guy by the way!
I love my son so much; don't ever want to loose him or his friends to senseless violence.
Make peace with your self, then with others.
Thanks,
ERIC
+Eric Hickman Means so much!
Thank you.
I'm straight but I'll never know what being gay will be like
THANKS,Barrett Paul!!!
You´re great Barrett! It inspires a lot.
It´s a video to lie awake & think about your words.
thx
i love you too. you know gay people are the bravest because it's so hard to come out of the closeth when there are still being some many mean homophobic people but fuck off life its too short for waste it living a lie and being someone you are not just to make others happy. i'm rally happy for all of those who come out of the closeth, it's the best feeling in the world you feel so free and so awesome. you are so gorgeous and sexy and so kind i love youu i love your videos and i will always support you never stop being who you are. tons of loveeee and good vibes xoxo
Barrett, thank you...
your blue amazing eyes killing me 💙🙊
Amazing video its so true everything you said its not a easy thing to do coming out but omg when you do its like a release you feel REAL. You are vary inspirational and please keep making videos like this one.
Yours is a very sincere video, and it is going on my "Coming Out As Gay" CZcams Playlist. Now, I am going to surf over to read your letter on Huffington Post. Good Luck Always!
Ah my dear Barrett, I do wish you well. As an old activist (I came out into activism in the early 70's), I have seen a lot of change, mostly for the better, for LGBTQ+ young people. Welcome to the world of out, proud, happy gayness. And, since I've seen your video with Pietro, i confess a small envy, for he amazes me. That you are friends says good things about you and I think I'd love to meet you...though that is beyond unlikely. May you find the joy of the lasting love of another who sees the best in you. Love, my handsome and courageous man.
That was by far one of the most motivational and sincere coming out stories I've ever heard. Well done and keep up your incrredible work ! 😊💪👍
Love love LOVE this and firm believer to be yourself with people! Thank You!
It's so hard to admit it, even myself that i'm bisexual. Still in closet, couldn't find any guts to tell my best friend, or my family or anyone...and i feel sorry about this for my girlfriend. I love her to death, i'm really into her, I see my future with her dreaming about our kids and etc... but I also get this weird feeling about with guys..I love the company with men I'm secretly attracted to, not in a showy ways, just in my head. There are times I'm so confused if they have those kind of feeling. And,..to the point I so wanted to try to make out with a guy just to make it sure which I like the most..but I'm so down with my girlfriend..i feel sorry that i am like this..
ichisuke uchiha No reason to feel bad about this. we are humans and a lot of people are attracted to both, but you must honor yourself or else you will always be asking what if...good luck
+ichisuke 03 Don't be Sorry,PLEASE. It is how/who you are[at least for the present time]. You Will be Sorry(SORRIER) in the future if you Don't Accept Yourself NOW.
Good Luck!!
+ichisuke 03
Talk with a shrink about your problems. No need to
announce it to strangers and the entire friggen world.
You don't have to decide. You shouldn't be sorry. Bisexuality has tons of facets and you don't have to fit into a 50-50 or 60-40 percentage in terms of who you're attracted to. You love your girlfriend? Great! But I think you can be open with her about it. It won't change that you love her. So it shouldn't change that she loves you.
+George Harrison OUCH - I am a shrink and I hope that people are more kind about listening than you seem to be.
I really like your videos and persona.
You seem so down to earth.
I think this video is very inspiring and it was actually really helpfull!
Love you.
;)
Well said. Very touching and very true.
U r just such a good lifecoach!!!im your fan from China :) I really wanna come out, be the real guy I suppose to be, but since I'm just turned 18, and I've told some of my friends they are totally fine with it ,but isn't that a little bit early to the parents? I'm so inspired by videos like this, I've seen a lot of it but yours is the best one ☝️ my eyes are just in tears after hearing your monologue, it's u that encourages me to be a better man day by day, thank you ☺️greetings from the other part of the world 🌎:)
barrett your words really touched me am neither a gay nor a lesbian but i know the difficulties and hate that one get if he is gay or lesbian to be honest i never met one but i would love to support one and all the gays and lesbians are actually very strong it aint easy to go through all hate IJUST LOVE YOU ALL
I feel honesty in your videos! like you actually wanna give a message to the world! keep it going boy! i'm subscribing like right now.
DanielCMM means so much!
Wonderful video, well-written and paced. One can tell you are an actor, not that you were acting, but that you knew how to deliver your story effectively. Thank you.
This video is the most life-affirming thing I've ever seen ❤️
Hey guys, I shared my coming out story on my channel as well. I'm hoping it will help a lot of you who are currently struggling with that process! Great job with this video Barret. Subscribed
Thank you so much for making this video. It really helped me a lot in accepting myself as who I am. It's been a while since I first watched your video(on a shared computer in incognito mode, xd). I changed quite a lot of things in my life. And right now I feel absolutely delightful wearing clothes that I love, loving and enjoying things that I didn't notice or experience earlier and of course being myself around other people. And again, a huge Thank you.
Barrett you are seriously Unbelievably beautiful in everyway possible...
This was so freaking beautiful!!! I did one a liiittle similar to this lol
Your Cute & Brave - I wish you so much Happiness in Life.
I literally just discovered you like 2 weeks ago but I am so obsessed with you! Your such an inspiration to many and especially me! You maybe small now but when you get bigger I'll say to people, yeah I knew him way before you guys so yeah.. 😄 p.s you met Pietro Boselli!!!!! 😱 even got to collab with him LUCKY! Well I know you guys met way before but yeah! LOVE YA! Forever a fan Norenzo! ❤️😘💋
I was melting through the whole video *.*
Hey, Barrett....😃😃❤️❤️❤️😃. It makes me feel so good for you to say *i love you*. And I can sincerely say it too...😎😃😎
As they say the first step is always the hardest. After that it's easier.
You are very inspirational! 😊😊😊
Awesome, very true ! To finding your authentic self!
I just happened to come across this yes you are loved and I love your attitude you're so awesome and I wish I could meet you one day to have a half hour chat with you you're an amazing person anyway if you come across this have a great week.
It is a really hard time in Your life. Things were really different when I was in High School. It wasn't accepted back then, and one Guy that acted like He was Gay I was really scared to admit it, after seeing how He was treated. This was the mid 1980's, and You guys don't realize how hard it was to be Gay back then. You can't imagine how tough it was to see a Straight couple holding hands or kissing in public, and knowing that You can't do that. I am still pretty shy about it, but I am a lot more open now than I used to be. I am currently looking and I am an older Bottom Guy looking for a Top. I know there will always be bullies, but I am Thankful for The Freedom that We have now.
And i Love you soo much...
this was so beautiful
Beautifully eloquent, Barrett!
Thanks for your courage. I read the letter and appreciated it very much!
I love you too dear Barrett
this video made me cry You are such an amazing person I am glad that all of this positive thing happen to me but me it is opposite most of my guy friend ditch me but I really don't mind about it
hey barrett hello i'm very happy to be watching your coming out story it touch me in side my heart i can understand what you are saying i been out for twenty five year's of my own life i'm also gay i was in a relationship with a other guy we both love each other till you left me at death i miss him everyday we both been together over twenty year's thank you for telling us your story i really apparrently i love you even if you don't know me else william waiamau march 27 2015
I have to say this i am gay had no family support still get embarrassed when people mention me being gay i am almost 60 years old dont be like me get it out and be proud of who you are always
I just fell in love with you and your beautiful eyes and lips...:-)
Me too. I'm straight or at least I thought I was, but this guy has such beautiful eyes and full lips. Why are gay men so attractive?
Alex Harrington me too..
You are so handsome, very nice smile . Much love from Thailand 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Flying my freak flag high!
👏👏BRAVO Barrett, I love you. To thine own self be true 🤗💋
I love your wisdom too! Looking forward for the future :)