Also want to add, "GOD DON'T MAKE MISTAKES, if your born a boy/girl you are ment to be a boy/girl"

That is an understatement, God doesn't make mistakes, it's just his motives are unknown, anyone who thinks god makes makes boy/girl to be a boy/girl then you are limited to all the possible motives, have any1 ever thought may be god created transgender people to be transgender? I personally think that being transgender is a curse and a blessing in one and is the best thing yet worst anyone could ever experience, I say blessing and best thing because when your transgender you see things from a totally different perspective and unlike others who haven't a clue, sees more then they ever could.

Personally I don't think being transgender is a sin, it doesn't say anywhere in the bible about transgender people and their condition, people keep getting it confused, transgender and homosexuality, 2 very different things, 2 very different fruits. But wheather you view it as ok or bad, who is anyone to judge anyone, no one really isn't a saint, for every theif there's a murderer, for every murderer there's a rapist, for every rapist, their's a lier... and so on, people need to spend more time viewing the positive and understanding the negitive, not viewing the negitive and ignoring the positive in anyone. this goes for anyone who don't like transgender people, deformed people, people you don't know, people you do know, gay people, straight people, skinny people, large people, rich, poor, ligh or dark who has judged someone else, don't cast the stone at anyone because no one is perfect, and it's because of that any thing out of the 'norm' is normal.

Does anyone know the name of the show where one of the guests, Josh Clips or something was his name, who used to be a girl and recorded a song when he was a female but then re-recorded the song and sang a duet with himself once he became male. The song is called Little Girl I think. I would just really like more info on this episode and if anyone knows where I can get the song please email me!

hey tyra! remember that guest u had on ur show that was a guy, but looked exactly like a girl? i can't remember her name, but u guys tried setting her up with straight guys who were interested in dating a transgender. u set her up with some guy in florida or something, and they had a really good date, but she said it wouldnt work because she lived in LA, and it was too far. then u said ull try setting her up with some other guy or something. k, my point to all this is i think u should find someone who used to be a girl, and they transformed themselves into a boy. then u should set the girl up with that boy, but not tell her. then see how that works out. i think it would be interesting, because technically, they could be considered straight right?

For all those people who say what would God say, well are you saying that God doesn't love these people. Are you saying that these people should not even believe in God because they will be going streight to Hell? Well, that is what you ar saying and that is pretty ignorent of you. I know many people who are transgendered and that is an insult to them when you say that. I don't just know kids though I know many adults. One is even very close to me and that is because she is my mother. So I hope you people realize that you are being very ignorent and that you should be puninshed because doesn't God say, "Love thy neighbor?!"

my name is avery smith but for the people who i trust and love they know me as ashton coutoure! i am also transgendered and i am a'designer' i have tried telling my parents that i am transgedered and they disregard everything and blame other people and events in my life and persecute me for being differnet all time. I am struggling with my own snity being only 16 and feeling this way! but i hae to live! i watch the TYRA show as much as possible so i wont miss anything about everything new and xciting You are doing! but it is truely hard living in a body that completely disgusts you and letting people that you dont know think you are happy being this way( being in the embodiment that makes you fray from yourself!) None of us(transgenders) wished to be this way and yet we are constanly persecuted over and over for trying to correct what we feel is our wrong.. we may be some of the nicest, sweetest, and most respectful people in the world and no one wil ever notice that because of our differences... we just want to be happy!

i would like to know if someone could tell me the name of the guy that used to be a girl that was on the Tyra show not too long ago. he recorded a song when he was a female but then he re-recorded the song and sang a duet with himself once he became male.

Hey Tyra, I think when you discuss matters such as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgenders. It really opens doors for the youth of today and helps to edjucate those who dont know much about the LGBT Community. I myself am a fifteen year old, transgendered female, and I applaud you for having this topic and LGBT guest on your show.

Thank You so much Tyra!!!

FWI: God forgives, and loves all, being transgendered isn't a sin nor a mistake, we are simply just another one of GOD's children.

Hi! I'm seventeen. I've always been a tomboy. I HATE makeup.i only wear makeup on special ocations I HATE doing my hair. I just throw it back in a pony tail, so it's out of my face. im bisexual and im still having a hard time coming out. it is so hard for me i havent really came out because i dont know what my parents are going to think of me. i also think that the show you had that the girls that hate homosexuals were wong if you want to be gay, lesbian, bisexuals. if thats what you want and you feel is right then be that way not everybody belives in god some people dont belive in god trhey are just themselfs. so if thats what you want im totally here for you go for it

"God does not make mistakes. God made them just as He created them to be. If God formed those children in the womb as a male/female, then this is what they are meant to be. God is a perfect God! "

I have to also address this. Is it not God who gave some of those who are transgendered mixed-up chromosomes? Not hormones, which can be treated with medication, but genes?

Since you know God's will so well, how do you explain this? What should these people live like? Mixed, for all their lives? People are cruel, what would their peers, their families and their community say to these people?

What would God say?

If you have the answers to that, to what God's will is and what God would say, then I would answer that you are delusional.

God perhaps is perfect, but he (or she) is also quite out of reach of the mortal to read his (or her) mind. That is the worst sin anyone who calls themselves Christian can commit, in my view: thinking themselves on a level with God.

Someone may have mentioned this already, but gender dysphoria is a misnomer. Transgender people do not have a gender issues overall, they feel they were born the wrong SEX.

Gender is fluid, depending on how one dresses, what cultural expectations are. It's completely a social construct.

Sex, on the other hand, is biological and involves the genitals and secondary sex characteristics like body hair, vocal changes and chest changes.

Some transgendered people have proven mixed up chromosomes so their body doesn't know for sure if it's male or female. Others have a little of both parts male and female. Some have an unknown biological reason for their circumstance, but still know that they have been forced to live as the wrong sex.

Again, it's about biological sex and not what gender is presented.

Tyra thank you so much for being a positive voice for all LGBT people out there. I Just want to present a thought to everyone who is on the whole kick about how "god doesn't make mistakes". If this were true and we really believe this, Then why are intersexed individuals (individuals born with both male and female genitalia) "fixed" at birth? If they are perfect the way god made them, then why can't we leave them that way? But our society doesn't allow intersexed people to be a part of it, our society only allows men and women. Then one final thought to everyone out there, How do you know that you are a man or a woman? Would you believe someone else if they told YOU you were wrong?

To all those people quoting 'God does not make mistakes', well, who said he did? Gender and the roles of men and women is to do with man-made culture, not how one is born. If we didn't still place so much emphasis on the roles and expectations of behaviour and conventions like 'male' and 'female', we wouldn't have as many people worrying that they are born in the wrong body (though I'm sure there would still be people who need to make the transition - the human brain is an amazing and as of yet little known thing). Think about it: if we didn't have false concept embedded into us by our culture on what it is to be a 'girl' then fewer women would think they were slightly strange because they didn't like Barbies as much as others girls (silly little thing, I know, but it seems to a reucurring example) and the same for men.

I was fortunate to be brought up within both the Western and Nigerian cultures. Though both are definitely patriarchal, Nigerian women are not expected to be the weak, subservient and giddy females, but resiliant, able to help their community and their husbands. I felt just as out of place when all my friends played with Barbie dolls and wanted to be fairies and mermaids, not because I identified as a boy, but because from a different cultural perspective, such things were alien and unappealing to me.

*shrugs. It's just a thought. I still think it's best if we try not to bang about deeply significant words (enough already about 'right' and 'moral' and 'normal' - unless one is prepared to go into a rigorous [philosophical] post as to what one means by those words!) in a knee jerk reaction than actually considering what it is we're saying and thus implying.

KUDOS to Chris' Mom! I wish more parents were that willing to save their child's life. My father cringed at the sight of me on his deathbed after not seeing me for many years. Chris doesn't need him until he can come around an accept the whole of Chris. There was none of this insight when I was a TransKid. I'm glad to see it.

Dear Sweet Tyra
I wish to thank you for another frank view of the trans condition. I also wish to commend all of your guests for their honesty. As you can tell by the number of posts it is a very inspireing topic.
As far as scientific evidence there were six autopsies done on mtf trans ladies which showed that their thalmas was identical to genetic women. The problem is one needs to be deceased to test the thalmus.
As a non christian minister I am disheartened by those who pretend to know god's will. Only man writes books, God, speaks to our hearts. Are you really listening?
As a transgendered veteran I am pleased to see that intelligent not confrontational program be on. This was not about a debate this was about a real human condition. God gave these brave people this condition so that we all may learn compassion. It took me 48 years to recognize my own condition and ten years later I'm finnally getting to live as i should have been.
Mz Tyra, Thank you, for your light may others use it to come out of the darkness of fear.
With all of my love.
ROSE

From what I have seen, know, as well as understand, wanting to change your gender is not right for 2 reasons. 1) God doesn't make mistakes. What they are feeling is insecurity about themselves and they beleive that if they change their sex, then they will be more comfortable and be able to live the life that they "think" that they want. What these teens (as well as many adults like them) need is love and support and counseling. 2)We should all love who we are just the we were created. Going back to God doesn't make mistakes!!! Point blank period!! Though some will knock it, there are a lot of people (young and old) who are not possessed, but confused. And it is a spirit of cofusion which is of the devil. I know that everything that is good and perfect comes from God. ANd each person created was made perfect the way that they are. We are not perfect in living, but in creation. Our physical bodies were made perfect for us. So to say that I don't want to be what I was born, is ungratefulness to God. I am not trying to go into religion, but to make a point that. EVery person should love themselves for who they are and grow in their God-given skin, and personality, and characteristics, and birth marks, and freckles, and hair, etc.

Julia's Father was right. He should not have to call his daughter Chris. That is compromising something that he knows is wrong for the sake of His child. I know that it is hard, but if it were me. My child and I would be in therapy. "Chris" wants to be accepted for who "he" is, but Chris is Julia. THat is who SHE is!!! I would NEVER condone what Julia's mother has allowed in her home.

Not only would this hurt Julia in the long run, but this will hurt her now. Other parents finding out HE is really a SHE will make them flip! They would possibly be disgusted, appalled, and confused. As and educator, I would not teach my or anyone else's child that this is okay...b/c it is ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!

hey i see thats gone on well tyra you are really my Idol..i mean you are the only person you & oprah winfery.thanx..love always..jerica

I watched the clip of the show regarding the courage of Chris to be himself. I too am transgender, and have known what it is like to feel it is necessary to hide and lie for over 45 years (to protect myself and those who I love).

Chris is an inspiration to all of us; all of us who have experienced being a part of "marginalized" society.

I have learned, and been inspired by young people like Chris. Over 5 years ago, his type of inspiration caused me to know it is time to stop hiding and lying.

Discrimination against transgender people is oftentimes, and recently, very subtle, but most times, it is blatantly obvious.

One has only to read of the very recent firing of the City Manager, Steve Stanton, in Largo, FL, for announcing that he is transgender, to see blatantly obvious discrimination. He gave 14 years of outstanding service to the city of Largo, as City Manager; but was very recently fired by the City Commissioners.... just because he is transgender.

One has only to visit the website dedicated to those transgender people who have been killed because they were transgender: http://www.gender.org/remember/index.html# to see how discriminatory thinking can lead to fatal violence.

Chris, I wish for you the very best in your very courageous life. You honor yourself and your family. You are a fine young human being, one for whom all humans can be proud.

Jami

Tyra i ususlly enjoy your show but this episode digusted me in all ways. First off i dont want to offend anyone but changin ya gender makes no sense what so ever. i do believe sometimes there can be birth defects but thats not one of them. tyra i think u and that therapist should not have tried and forced the father to accept "chris" he should love his child regardless but that was a choice julia made with her mom and that doesnt mean anyone has 2 accept that. i never been more upset in my life. and for all those who r saying its not a choice it is, when u decided to take pills stop what god naturally intended for u, u made that choice, and when u decide to physically force yaslf to be a boy or girl u made that choice so thats bull. love what i said or hate it i dont really care, its wrong point blank GOD doesnt make mistakes

i really really hope that you read this tyra because i need your help i dont want to appear on the show because im sure its not my best choice but i still would like your help. i am 15 years old and will be turning 16 this year and since i was 14 years old i have been openly gay. my mother didint find out the best way in the world ... she found out when my boyfriend died and i was almost acussed of being part in it. my mother is a pastor and i love her very much but it is impossible now for us to co-exist in the same house hold with out one of us acting like were okay i'm not okay but the problem is is that i have a little brother how can i be posoitve role model in his life if i don't want him to end up like me gay i also have a older brother who is gay and i dont want this to become a generational thing i know it really hurts my mother to see me making what she calls mistakes so my question to you tyra is how can i have peace in my home be who i am and be a role model for my little brother as well?.... also im a aspiring model can you reccomed me amny where in chicago

This isn't a gay thing people, this has to do with gender. All you bible thumpin people keep turning this around to a gay subject, being gay and transgenderd are two diffrent thing. And i'm the daughter of a pastor, he's against homosexuality, but he accepts transgenderd, like i said, this has nothing to do with being "gay".

For all those of you who say god makes us just the way we are. And this is a true story. Theres lots of medical disorders like that, Some people are born with both sex organs, its very rare, but it does happen. So are you saying god made them like that for a reason? You guys need to open your eyes and see that this is a medical disorder as well. And alot of you are trying to turn this into a gay thing, this has nothing to do with being gay, it has something to do with having a female brain and being in a male body or vice versa.

hi tyra i am 13 and ever since i was 5 i always wanted to be a girl.

Hello Tyra
I find these types of topic very interesting. I really applaud you for talking about subjects that not so many people wanna talk about .
I would love to see you talking about a subject which was once on the Oprah show ...however I would like you to take it to another level .."" Black man living in the down low """
2 books have been written about this but only one of them was discussed in the Oprah winfred show ... I would like you to invite both writters so viewers can get a well informed idea on the subject ...Please ref to the following books for more info and have both writters on the show ...I think it will be interesting :
- ""Life on the Down Low " by J.L. King (only this book was discussed on the oprah show)
- ""Beyond The Down Low "" by keith Boykin

Cheers

Hi! I'm fourteen. I've always been a tomboy. I HATE makeup. I HATE doing my hair. I just throw it back in a pony tail, so it's out of my face. I wear torn jeans with my big t-shirts. I wear guy clothes a lot of the time because my brothers have some awesome shirts and they fit me. I will wear heels, but I don't especially like them. And the weirdest part of all, I want to be a model. Just because you don't like girl things or makeup, it doesn't mean you're a man trapped inside a womans body. The thought has entered my head that I am. I'm the second oldest of eight kids. I have FIVE brothers. I was raised by my mom who treated me like her doll. She would do my hair and put makeup on me. And I just decided it's not worth the time. I do realize it's a mental thing. But I actually used to want to have surgery. But then I haven't really ever given myself a chance to just see who I would be as a woman. So I never said anything about it. Then I just decided I liked my torn jeans and my big shirts because that's who I am. And I learned to just love myself for who I am and not want more and more and more because then I just felt so usless and like I wasn't worth anything. So I'm still a girl and I always will be.

start excepting people for who they are things arent going to change everyone is different and it dosent how different....nothing matter be who you wanna be do what ever you wanna do you are your own person..grow up you all now who you are..stop start excepting people.wow...
everyone needs to be somone.-poeple are intitle to act want sya need love share and care for anything at all it shouldnt matter on your race sex your sexualily or if your a transgender. i give you so much credit iam behind you 100% chris....you became the person you wanted to be and that is great. yes god made you to be that person but god didnt say he didnt wnat you being that person. i saw kids making fun of you today. i that is horrible i flipped out on them all that crap they were saying i dont know them but you are one brave person and you should keep your head hi. you come in school with a smile and carry one with you day dont let what people say hurt you....thank you.

stop and grow up people think about were he is coming from think about him and you know it isnt easy getting made fun of you dont like it dont do it no one is better then anyone else in our sosity in our school on our cycle it dosent matter what kind of money you have what kind of clothes you wear your race your sex your sexuality and if your transgender or not. stop and take this into realitly. be who you wanna be and odnt let anyone stop you thank you whos ever mom that was thank you carly and thank you katie and thank you ashlee. you the kinds people we really need.....

sincerly,
konnor ryan.

Tyra,

after reading some of the negative posts. I must comment on them. First of all, for the lady whose husband is a doctor and stated that there are no biological evidence that states this is a biological condition, tell your husband he has the wrong information. There is plenty of evidence and research that proves gender dysphoria has a biological etiology.

Tell him to do the reseach, and find the answers to his questions. The brain is your gender center and it is hardwired at 8 weeks time to be a boy brain or a girl brain. If all goes well within the developmental process, both gender and sex should match.

We all start out as females until 8 weeks time, if the fetus is exposed to androgen, it will develop as a boy. The sry gene is the gene responsible for the masculinazation. Sometimes it is faulty or attached to the x chromosome. Making a boy brain with a female body. There are many mutations and alterations that take place. The studies have been done in the netherland, spain, and many parts of europe. Our country is so dominated by the religious right, that dare our scientists refute, biblical beliefs.

The gender spectrum is rather complex and diverse. Gender Identity has many factors, to include genes, hormones, prenatal environment and the brain.

To be so adament, and think that there are only two flavors or colors, is to continue with the notion that the world is still flat.

Science has evolve, so should our mentality. We havent even began to touch the tip of the iceberg or to learn the functions of our brain.

1 out of 100 babies are born with some form of gender identity anomaly. The variance will only increase due to our hostile chemically induced environment.

Stop using God as an escape, and realize that he has made many mistakes, and we have free will.

Mark Angelo Cummings

Dear Tyra,
I also attend school with Chris. I believe that for him to come out with that on television was very couragous. I may not feel what it is like to want to be the opposite gender, but I can understand why people do it. Honostly, if he was not on your show, I do not think anyone would have ever known. I know I would not have. Chris is in my class. He is very quiet, but he is very nice. He is also in my gym, which is pretty cool. My friends and I also cheer him on during activities. He is a very cool kid. I accepted the fact that he is a transgender. Some kids at my school have not, and I think that they should be assamed of themselves. They might say that its gross or weird. Who cares? Its life. If that makes him happy. So be it. He should be happy with himself. He is a very stong kid. Good Job Chris!

Sincerly,
Katie

dear tyra,
I also go to school with chris mari. i agree with konnor and ashley. he is in my cycle and lunch. im not lesbian or bi and i may not know what he's going through but what he did was right. i believe that it was very courageous for him to do that. almost everyone in our school knows now and some people are very accepting to it but some people cant believe it. i think what he did was right. its better to have people know rather then hearing through rumors later on. i am very accepting about it. hes a nice kid and i think he did the right thing. i may not know what he's going through but he's a nice kid and what he did was brave. Hang in there chris!

Sincerly,
Carly S

Thank you for doing this show on transgendered teens. I have alot of friends who are lesbian and gay and a couple who have changed their sex. its great for kids to know that its nothing to be ashamed about and that there are others out there. ^^

Dear Tyra,
I was astonished as I watched the show on Transgender Youth and their struggle. On one hand I can sympathize with someone feeling emotionally out of place and wanting to be happy and not depressed. On the other hand to say that God has mad a mistake or the correct soul was not put into the right body is another. I think people in this world, especially in today's society are putting their own ambitions and values above God's. Just because we want something does not mean it is neccesarily good for our well being in the long run. Like when we are small children if our parents let us do anything we wanted, not eat our vegetables, not bath, not go to school or get vaccinated just because we did not like it or cried, how many of us would have turned out the way we did?Too often humans cannot see the bigger picture, only the small scope from a human's perspective. One of the teens kept saying "as long as it makes you happy", but what about what makes God happy? I think we have become such a sophistocated society with technology that we have become to think of ourselves higher than the highest. If God made something one way and we don't like it we change it...why? because we want to is the answer. One of the teens also said even if it means they go to hell, as long as they were truthful and happy here, that is all that matters. Is that all that really matters? Is a life of Personal happiness on earth equal to a life in hell? I think that is a questions to ponder on. I don't know what will happen to those who choose a certain lifestyle, to live as a man or woman no matter what they were born as however, pure happiness is a fleeting moment. You must endure pain as well as pleasure, heartbreak and love, happiness and saddness. It's called life and acceptance.

Thanks for letting me speak.
-Theresa

I saw the show you did about Transgendered Youths the other day. I just wanted to thank you. I wish something like that had aired on TV when I was a teenager. Talk shows usually portray us as sick individuals. Your show portrayed us as people just trying to live our lives...

Thanks So Much..
Davina

I saw the show you did about Transgendered Youths the other day. I just wanted to thank you. I wish something like that had aired on TV when I was a teenager. Talk shows usually portray us as sick individuals. Your show portrayed us as people just trying to live our lives...

Thanks So Much..
Davina

Hi.
I needed to write in on this subject.
My children are in the same school as Chris though younger. I sat and explained everything to them, as a parent that is what I am to do, to be honest and not hide life on them. I raise my children to love and care for everyone. Unfortunately it is a cruel world not all parents accept life.
I have so much respect for those who speak what they feel. As parents we need to teach our children that they too are human and have the right to say what is on there mind.
There are so many children that are cruel but why?? They had to all learn it from somewhere. I can't change the world but I do know one thing my children are raised accepting those around them. To hurt someone for pleasure is insane, and those who take that road in life will never find true happiness. Those who stand up for what they believe and feel will know the greatest happiness not only with others but within themselves. We as parents tell our children in the beginning of there life lying is wrong....but than as they grow people don't want to hear what they have to say. So they tuck things deep within them, and hurt alone. As a parent my children come and tell me everything why because I accept them and always will. My children also know wherever you go always be pleasant because just one smile, one thank you, one hello could save a life. Also Konnor as a parent in the neighborhood Keep your head up, life will only get better..For Chris stay strong, your Mom has to be so proud of you, I know I was.

Tyra-
I knew "chris" when he was julia, we were good friends, even though my age was probale only 5 or so. His aunt would babysit me and her. I moved to another state for a few years, and this year i moved back. I met chris again in the summer, with no memmory of knowing him at a bbq. Me & my brother were playing frisbee & soccer with him, we didn't know he wasnt really a boy. But when his cousin told me that truth, me n my brother were shocked. I was pretty discusted, i don't mean to judge him, because he is a good kid, with alot of courage but i do think it's wrong that he changed genders. I really just think that chris is just a lesbian. He goes to my school and i see him everyday, i haven't had a chance to say hi to him though, because he isn't in my cycle, but he's in the one next to mine. I also want to say that my boyfriend had a crush on "julia" in kindergarden, which is weird, because chris kept this a secret for so long and no everybody in school is shocked, and it seemed like today thats all anybody was talking about. I give him his props for telling his secret on national tv & still coming to school with a smile on..but i dont agree with his descision or anybody else on that shows descision to switch genders. God made you a certain way for a reason.

hello tyra,

this is konnor agian i saw that i made many mistakes in the last one but yess i give him alot of credit our school isnt easy and the things kids care about nd how cruel they can be isnt fair your shows are great and all of your pionts get across very clearly to me and they are important very important. please keep doing what you do best which i helping people. thank you very much. and please respond.

dear trya,

well i go to school with konnor ryan and hes like my best friend. And im not sure if i ever seen this kid chris but i do give him alot of credit. People are so judgementle these days and its getting out of control. People have feelings which sometimes other people don't even care and its sad. I just want to say that i give alot of credit to chris because hes going to come back to my school and be happy with who he is now. No one should say anything to him unless to congradulate him. Like i said i may not know him and alll but i love him for doing that. If he gets made fun of then thats wrong and he'll see who his true friends are. Good job trya

ashley johnson=]

ps; konnor i love you if your reading this babe. I know exactly what your going through. im here.

dear tyra you are amazing you and your show your so poen mined and very opinionated chris mari the boy on the show goes to my school intermedite south in toms river new jersey he is in the cycle next to me ive seen him a couple of times and might of said hi but dont really know him all people are talking about is him and the story and how he was on the show and how he is a girl its crazy,people are some what excepting it and some are not and i give him alot of credit for coming back and knwoing he may get made fun of i know what its like and its not fun to get made fun of im gay and i think that is bad cause i get made fun of well hes and to see what he may go through wow.....good luck chris and i guess ill see you in school thank you for taking your time to readd this i apprecaite it.....

sincerly,
konnor ryan

Dear Tyra,

My name is josh and i am a gay male. I want to thank you for bringing the issues of homo-sexuality to the eyes of the public, because for me this isn't just a "Talk Show Episode" this is real life to me.
While i have been out since 7th grade, I am well past being self conscious. I was never really about hiding who i am or lying to myself. I never really cared what other people thought about me. That didn't change the fact that people would still talk about me and eventually their rock hard words would break the strong window i used to see whats going on around me but not be effected by it.
I just want to thank you because people should not have to worry about being themselves, especially in school. Thats the time to find yourself and you shouldn't be afraid to find yourself and nobody like who you are, and therefore you don't like yourself either.

For those people who have a negative insight about this subject need to pull their heads out of their butts and take a HUMAN SEXUALITY class or research the subject. I’m glad that most of you believe in God but you can’t say he makes everything perfect. Those people on the show do have a medical issue, and aren’t always xx or xy. They could be xo which is Turner’s syndrome, or xxy which is Klinefelter’s syndrome, or they could have AIS, or could be Fetally Androgenized Females or even DHT (Deficient Males). And YES it is possible that GOD intended for that to happen, just like there are children who are born without limbs, or born as Siamese twins. I was in class therefore I missed the show but I sure wouldn’t mind a copy of the episode. Quit sitting on your thumbs and flip through a book before posting ignorant comments.

Tyra, I have to say that this was by far the best show you have had yet, mostly because it was the only show of yours that i can relate to. i am a 15 year old Female to Male. i am pre -everything. i just wanted to thank you for educating people about these very touchy topics. I was greatly moved by the show and again THANK YOU.

I would like to add that for all who believe it is a choice, i never asked for this. My only choice is to "do or die", and that is literal. Now i have learned to accept it, which is why i am not going to do anything to harm myself just because some people don't agree with me, as a person.

Dear Tyra,
I've never seen such a compassionate and informative show on the issue of transgender people. Although most people have their minds made up based on misconceptions and prejudice the chance that one person opens their eyes to the truths of this issue has been made possible by you and your guests. I was especially moved by your featuring the parents who were struggling to understand and support their children. Its my fondest hope tht you may have - in addtion to empowering those people in the world who are coming to terms with this issue in their personal lives - prevent a parent from turning out their transgender child into the streets - an all too common occurrence.

Regarding the show on transgender youths, I can't say that I was suprised by the angle that was taken. However, I was disappointed. Many people have areas of their lives that cause unhappiness, just like the young black man you aired who felt he was actually white. The comment about the Bible being like Atari obviously came from someone who has never read the Bible. It is timeless.

When people deal with issues from their own intellect, it causes further problems. My husband is a physician and as the doctor on your show pointed out, there is no medical evidence to suggest that this is a biological issue.

Tyra, you have such a sweet, sweet spirit and I appreciate your drive to do the right thing. You are very honest and that is rare today. I would just like to urge you to seek more knowledge. Our hearts can and do deceive. Without God's wisdom, you are helping to lead people in the wrong direction. When these children (all of us are God's children) are broken, they should be encouraged to look to Him for direction. He will meet each and everyone with open arms when they seek Him with their whole heart. He met me at my worst.

Tyra, I think that the parents of the transgender youths(5-10yrs.) should really consider their decision on changing their kids lives. they haven't really lived yet and they somehow know they are in the wrong body. That is garbage. The professionals nowadays try to rationalize the sick and twisted feelings of indivduals. Next I can guarantee they will try to rationalize why people torture and murder people. They already have. Anyway, God made Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve or not Eve and Diane. That's just the way I feel.When they get 18 they can do what they want, but until then they should be a parent and not give in to their kids demands.

Hi Tyra

I missed you show on Transgender Youth. As a Transgender MTF my self I have been trying to find my self for over 30 years, at the age of 5 or so I know I was different. From my friends. I tried to talk to my mom all she would say is it’s a faze. I would grow out of it but all I wonted to do at that time was DIE; at 18 I went from looking for help to hiding it. I did try to committee suicide at least 4 times in my life. At the age of 35 I meet a woman that I thought loved me for me. But now I’m not sure. We moved Arizona. To start a new life all was good at first but then went down hill. She say’s it’s do to her daughter fills a shame to bring any one home so I do know the world need people like you to open some eye’s life is still hard for me but some day ill be ok

Love ya
NINA

So after reading some of the negative comments, I really wasn't surprised by them. People are entitled to their opinion, however, bringing God into your arguement isn't going to make your argument valid. This is 2007 people. Using the bible or God to help tackle modern day issues, is like using an Atari manual to repair an XBox 360. It's not gonna work. I myself am a lesbian, and have been at the end of people comments and insults. Are our lives really interfering with yours? Last time I checked, we all still payed taxes, worked to pay bills. There isn't some special rainbow card we all get when we come out that exempts us from that. We're people, just like anyone else. Our lifestyle should be of no concern to you. There are people out there beating their kids, molesting children, and we're the freaks? Are you more concerned about walking passed a drug deal involving a 12 year old boy, or walking passed 2 guys kissing? Why as a nation are we more comfortable with 2 males holding guns, than holding hands? When it comes down to it, is God gonna judge me for loving, or you for hating?

So Tyra, or whoever actually reads this, I just wanna thank you so much for this episode. The issue of being gay is hard enough to tackle as is, but transgender is that much more complicated, and something people just don't understand. That feeling of not being who you truly are. I'm happy as a woman, but I know people who are transitioning, and I have nothing but respect for them. I think you handled this topic so amazingly well. And kept it to facts, and left religion out of it. So thank you again. I don't think you truly know how much this meant to so many people.

Dear Tyra,

I did not see your show, but was told about it buy a person that did see it. I have been diagnosed with having Gender Dysphoria as well. Let me tell you it does not make for a happy life if it is left undiagnosed. I have spent many years, absolutely heart broken that I do not look like I should, to the point where being suicidal for years at a time, has preoccupied my mind to resolve the situation. It has been an intense battle which I have now overcome and are going through M2F transition. Also I have managed to do it alone as I have been disowned by my so called parents since an early age as well.

I beg the question, as to the people that are sighting GOD, as the one for creating children and how they should turn out. How NAIVE to even propose, that procreation has anything at all to do with GOD. Procreation in all, and even in nature itself, is, and has, never been perfect. Obviously there seems to be quite a few out there, that still have there heads in the sand and do not want to, or are even capable of thinking that there is a reason for these disorders. Furthermore these people are to ignorant, and dont even having the intestinal fortitude to stand up and consider other posibilities other than GOD.

From what I gather even though I did not see the program, but reading the posts, to the parents out there that ARE, supporting there children through this disorder, I commend you all. I can only wish to have had support like that, which brings a tear to my eyes at the thought of it.

Love
Christie Chontelle Wills

Hello Tyra,

great show, it is so very important for the media to educate our world regarding an issue that is devastating many lifes. We are not a sin, a crime, nor deviant behavior. We are human beings with feeling and a product of nature.

here are a few of my videos that I have made to educate the world regarding this issue. I am a proud transsexual man on a mission.

Mark Angelo Cummings

Tyra, I am seriously seriously.... CONFUSED! Weather these people really are mentaly difunctioned. (no offence to any one) EVERY ONE should accept them and love them and feel for them. Now I DO NOT condone homosexuality but I will still accept those people but hate the sin. And I do not agree with you Tyra and your belief of homosexuality being ok but I do love how you try to help others though in Gods eyes (and mine) it may be the wrong thing. Until they give us SCIENTIFIC evidence that is TRUE (and not a lie or fake or fraud) that these people have to many of the wrong hormone or something I will stick to well being open minded but believing that most of these people even at the young ages of 5 and 7 are confused by saten. Also a comment on gay, lesbian and bi's IT IS A CHOICE! These "trans-gender" people however seem more distressed and such then gays but there is a possibility that they are using this fairly NEW term as an excuse. But I dont know I'm just as ignorant as many others. Being Gay however IS A CHOICE. What i think is that these people get confused and or abused so they turn to ANY ONE and every one for Intimacy and love. If that person they turn to for that intimacy is the same sex oh they automatical think "IM GAY!" That in no way is the case. You can be very intimate with you friends and family of the same AND opposite sex with out being on that level of intimacy that is ment for a married Man and Woman. And to any religious people out there that are
"gay" you had better think long and hard about what you are doing. God will not save you unless you repent. (and i am trying not to be to judgemental here sorry if i am)

Either way the fact of the whole matter and every matter on this earth is God loves you, he made you and if your repent disfunction or no disfunction (again no offence) he will have mercy and save you.

Love you Tyra and I hope the God shows you his truth one day. Praying for you!

Love,
Esther

i found u programme veey intresting and i think it will hepe wus a lot thanks and may god bless u

Dear tyra,

thank you for doing this show.My friend zack was born with the name jess. he is my best friend I know what he has gone through. We were room mates at one time. He has to hide it form some of his family and I hate that for him because i want hikm to be what he feels on the inside. But on the other hand i can under stand that he does not want to hurt them. Again thank you tyra. I enjoy watching your show for the simply point that u talk about things that matter to people all over the world.

Hi tyra,
I live in Trinidad and I love yr show let me tell you first of all I am your biggest fan in Trinidad.
As to the topic at hand I do not comdem anyone or anything that I do not understand, but I believe in christ and he is perfect and he created us in his own image and likness and I believe that christ does not make mistakes so as to the gays, lesbian and trangender you need to understand that the devil is real and he puts alot of confusing taughts in our minds and makes us think that god made us that way but he did not. If you read and understand the bible it talks about gay people (Revelation) please read it says what will happen to gays, lesbian and others.
As for chris he is way too young to even understand whats going on with him, and to his mother you need to believe in The Blood of the Lamb because his blood was shed for you too and you should not encourge this, I know its not a choice but the devil is using your kids today. remember the devil wants to take alot of us with him when judgement times reaches. so let me leave you with this start praying for our kids, the bible talks about this genaration thats coming up please read revelation nd u will understand.

Tyra, I am very glad that you had the courage to discuss the topic of transgender youth and included websites on your site. As a transgender activist, it is difficult to find resources for transgender youth.

For those people who say that they disagree with these youth's "choices" because God wanted them to be how they were born. Although I am agnostic, I find it very arrogant that someone who believes in God would claim to understand God's will.

Transgender youth have an alarmingly high suicide rate and because of the social stigma, many transgender youth do things like drop out of school or self-medicate in an attempt to deal with their feelings of being different from other kids of the same age group. Being a transgender youth often leads to intense isolation, which I hope, is being reduced by creating a more supportive environment. One of the ways this is accomplished is by educating people, which this program, I feel, did in a very professional and understanding way.

Thank you.

Tyra,
Thank you for the wonderful show you did on transgendered teens! It was awesome and brought me to tears from the beginning. The guests all had an amazing amount of courage to do what they did. I am not transgendered but I am a 24 year old gay male. We are in the year 2007 and I think its time society wakes up and opens their mind up! Being gay, lesbian or transgendered is NOT a choice! People do not wake up one morning and decide this is what they want. It is a way of life; the only way we know and can live. The God I know is an all loving and forgiving God; he did not make no mistakes and we are all here as he made us. We cannot change and try to be someone we arent. This world is filled with nothing but a bunch of hippocrates! Do not sit and try to preach and read your Bible all day and still sit there in judgment of us! Before you sit in judgment of anyone, maybe you should take a long look in your own backyard. Thank you once again for the amazing show and I hope you air more like it in the future.

Awesome show.

Also after reading these comments it makes me sad to know there are still so many close-minded people out there.

Thanks for doing this show.I'm sure it touched alot of peoples hearts and helped so many people.

I was so impressed by today's show I just had to find this website and comment.

Those children were incredibly brave to share their stories. I have two good friends who are in the process of transitioning. I hear all about their experiences... it's a sometimes painful, and yet, really amazing journey they're on. Thank you for exposing your audience to the real problems that transgender people face.

Tyra,
First I want to say that today's show demonstrated what an incredible host you are. It is so annoying when you are watching a talk show and it is obvious what side of the argument being discussed the host is on. You are very skilled at not sharing your personal religious/political views on a controversial issue such as this. The place of the host is to interview the people, not to tell America how they feel about an issue, and you do an amazing job of doing that.
I really enjoyed the show today. It brought up a lot of good points and I liked how you had both sides of the argument on. I have been raised Christian my whole life, and taught that things such as gay/transgendered people should be frowned apon. But after watching your show and seeing how these young children felt so depressed and embarassed of who they were when they were the opposite sex it made me think about a lot of things.
Thankyou for a great show =]
-Sarah

Tyra,
I am a bisexual woman, I am 100% supportive of the GLBT community. Thank you Tyra for showing the home audience what it is like to be a transgendered youth, and what struggles they have to find themselves, & to show the world "here I am! This is who I am!"

I want to wish Chris the best in life. What a courageous young man!

Chris, you listen to your heart. The most important thing in life to be is a good person. Regardless of what gender you are.

God bless you and your family!

And Chris's mom - God bless you for supporting Chris, understanding him, and giving him the love he deserves.

I wish you both the best in life!

Cheers,
Jenna, California

Tyra,
I absolutely love your show and think you have amazing things to offer to others! I have grown an increasing respect for you and the way you have reached out to the public!

Tonight, I felt taken back and really questioned a lot of the factors that went into the show. I have a complete open mind towards transgender people and situations. I am not opposed or judgemental towards adults who make decisions for themselves. However, tonight, I felt as though things were portrayed very one sided and not displayed in a matter that would give both perspectives a clear and fair chance to present themselves.

It seemed as though everyone who was brought there to speak (including the doctor) were only those who were intensely involved in the transgender topic. I feel like in order to present a situation as strong as that one to CHILDREN you would need to have both sides present to clearly lay out the possibilities that have and will lay in front of them.

It seemed wrong to me to bring a 13 year old onto the show and to only encourage every thought they had by bringing on a doctor who soley believed in what they were doing as well as other people who believed it and had done it or were doing it.

Children are so influential!! and its not to say that what was presented today is not genuine and absolutely true as that is very possible, but to give only one side of such an intense topic and to encourage the children by even going to the extent of questioning the other parent as to the role they played just didnt seem fair or sensible. Of course not all parents are going to be 100% ok with this situation...it is a difficult one. But the way it was presented today showed no concern into other factors of the childs life that may have brought them to this point and really allowed a disrespect and control over the parent who was not accepting upon immediately finding out.

It is an adults responsiblity to guide children and to not just accept how they feel at that moment wihtout question and the offering of guidance. Again, it may be completely accurate and as presented, however, if it was, it was not presented to show how it came to that point.

My view has nothing to do with God and how people "should" be behaving in their day to day life...but i also see a trend in other aspects of these childrens lives that I feel could have had an impact on the direction they have taken and it seems as though none of that has been addressed.

I will not stop watching your show Tyra...I still love your topics and what you present to the public..but I just hope that you will take some of this feedback from everyone, good and bad, when doing another show that has such high controversy within the general public.

Thanks so much. =)

Another resource for New York City area LGBTQ teens is the Youth Enrichment Services (YES) program at the LGBT Community Center on West 13th Street. It has been a wonderful lifesaver for my son. The website is:

Tyra -
As the mother of a transgendered son, I really appreciated your show today. Your guests expressed the pain and joy that those of us dealing with this issue experience. For those who believe that God would not make this kind of mistake and transgendered people are making a choice, my experience raising my son tells me that he always was the boy he has become, we just didn’t know. My God is a loving, accepting spirit who created a wide variety of people on earth and will watch how we treat those we do not understand. God also gave us intelligence and expects us to use it to optimize life on earth. Would you deny insulin to a diabetic child, saying that a pancreas that doesn’t function isn’t a mistake? Would you deny a near-sighted child glasses because God wanted her to see the world out of focus? Should a child with a cleft palate not receive plastic surgery? Perhaps those with cerebral palsy shouldn’t have leg braces or crutches. Transgendered people feel that the treatments they undertake are simply what must be done to correct the birth defects they were born with.

Tyra,

This is a first for me but I feel compelled to write you. I am amazed at what I have been reading from the viewers regarding your show on Transgendered Kids.

First, to all of you who are curious that all of the kids represented are from "broken" or one-parent homes, believe me, it can happen in a family where both parents are there, they are loving, and they are supportive.

Second, to the people who, "Question" Dr. Angello, I can again promise that she is THE MOST SUPPORTIVE, CARING, AND KNOWLEDGEABLE therapist that there is out there regarding this subject. Oh and by the way to "April", one of your viewers, she does not write prescriptions (you need a Psychiatrist for that )for the purpose of supporting and fueling her industry.

Thirdly, we beleive in God, but maybe God didn't have anything to do with this. Maybe it is science and we need to review all of the information and research done to better understand before we jump on and condem these families for what they are living with.

Finally, and proudly my husband & I have a beautiful 9 year old child, born a male but since the age of 4 has insisted that he is in fact a she. We have seen Doctor's, are on medication, and have dealt with things that most people could not comprehend.

End of our story, WE LOVE THIS CHILD MORE THAN LIFE ITSELF AND WILL DO WHATEVER IS NEEDED TO SUPPORT, UNDERSTAND, AND STAND BY HIS (OR MAYBE SOMEDAY) HER SIDE.

God bless these children and their loving parents!!!

Dear Tyra,
First and foremost, I would like to thank you for doing a show on transgendered people. In today's society, I find that there is very little being said about trans (or even intersex) individuals, and oftentimes, being trans is equated with being gay or lesbian. Today's show acknowledged and respected the fact that there is another faction of queer community.

Speaking as a trans person, I found that today's show really illustrated the painful and personal struggles that trans people have to endure. The show was very honest, and I was very grateful for that.

I can't understand why people would say that being queer is a choice. It is a choice for people to DECLARE that they IDENTIFY as a queer person, but no one can choose who they are attracted to. I'm sure everyone (gay or straight) has experienced unrequited love, or fallen for someone they shouldn't have. This is proof that people do not choose who they fall in love with.

But being queer is not just about sexual attraction, it's about identity, and no one should be dictating who anyone else should be.

Thank you, Tyra, for telling people that they need to pause and view trans individuals as human beings and not unrelateable 'freaks'. Your show has probably helped us move one step closer to acceptance

Tyra,
I'm a mexican living in US because the multinational company I work for moved me here.
I feel terrible offended ith the today's show comments.
There are great doctors in Mexico not only plastic surgery doctors but any kind. My brother is one of them, so Please, do not generalize, It's like if I say that all the people from US are drugs consumers... I love my contry, Mexico is beautiful, the people is great, and I respect US and I love my american boyfriend. So, PLease CLARIFY... Tijuana has great doctors, I used to live there, and just because an accident happened to an american citizen, she has no right to say, "they dont care about you, they just care about the money"
Thanks for reading this, I really like your show, and I'm so surpriseyou are showing comments like those, being you and after yesterday's show.
Thanks again
Elsie

Tyra i live in Los Angeles California i have lived like this since i was 12 years old now i'am 22. I'am happy to see the world to understand our lifestyle, it hard to live this life and go through school and be something you're use to but you know its right. I hope the world will learn to love us in the open. Since i have lived in a women shoes i have had a hard life on my our since the age of 12, i have done almost everything there is to survive. I would have never thought i would see these stree at a young age and its still hard to live the life of a women. I just wished i had someone there to show me the way of a womens life. I don't understand how parents have kids and don't take care of there chldren because of there lifestyle. I never wanted to be this way it just feels normal like i was be this way . I just ask for the parent to stick by their child if they're gay/transgender because it hard to face the world as a women and don't know where to go and be homeless and sale your soul to eat to get to the next day. Can you help me do the right thing to show the young generation to stay strong and to keep me sine.I love you and i think you are a bless from god for the world to understand women and young adults you're so up lifting. I watch your show in my hotel room you give me power to keep me moving when i get weak to the breaking piont.

Tyra, I am seriously seriously.... CONFUSED! Weather these people really are mentaly difunctioned. (no offence ot any one) EVERY ONE should accept them and love them and feel for them. Now I DO NOT condone homosexuality but i will still accept those people but hate the sin. And i do not agree with your Tyra and you belief of homosexuality being ok but i do love how you try to help others though in Gods eyes (and mine) it may be the wrong thing. Until they give us SCIENTIFIC evidence that is TRUE (and not a lie or fake or fraud) that these people have to many of the wrong hormone or something i will stick to well being open minded but believing that most of these people even at the young ages of 5 and 7 are confused by saten. Either way the fact of the whole matter and every matter on this earth is God loves your he made you and if your repent disfunction or no disfunction. He will have mercy and save you. Love you Tyra and I hope the God shows you his truth one day. Praying for you!

Love,
Esther

Tyra

I just wanted to say thank you for doing your show today about trans kids and teens. There are so many people that don't understand and think its a choice. Just like being gay isn't a choice. And yes the world does need to know so maybe they wont hate or look at us like a bunch of freaks.

Congratulations on a great show. I'm a mom to a transgender child of 9 years of age. Although my daughter, hoped to see more MtF, she was proud of Chris, and understood what he was going through. My child transitioned at 4 years of age. Incredible but true. We have legally changed her name and she is going to school as a girl since kindergarten. We were lucky that we had a supportive daycare and through the years have found other support and friends online.) Thanks for the great show.
Akiko, Canada

Tyra

I just wanted to say thank you for doing your show today about trans kids and teens. There are so many people that don't understand and think its a choice. Just like being gay isn't a choice. And yes the world does need to know so maybe they wont hate or look at us like a bunch of freaks.

Hey Ty,
I want to say that I dont believe that you are born the opposite. I mean I have tried to stay as open minded as possible to alot of things such as evolution and others but I am a firm believer in Christ and I believe in God's word. Hey it may be true that you can actually be born the wrong sex.....I do not believe it ...A HICCUP? that is so ridiculous. I try to think up senarios like try to think of how it would be ...what if it is true? Then i always come to the same conclusion...It just an epidemic that thr devil has planted....Im sorry Tyra but I am 16 but if I ever had a child turn out that way i would BEAT THEM UNTIL IT WENT AWAY. i sorry but I would. The mother of Chris should be ao ashamed of herself .....I know damn well that i would. I agree with Chris's father 100 percent. God doesnt make any mistakes. If you were female that is what God intended for you to be. ...vice versa.....but some people will read my comment and say "Hey what does she know?" "Thats just her opinion."

Luv,
-Ashley (16) Meriden, CT,

Tyra,

I love you!! That show on the transgendered youth was so good. You helped make a difference in the world for these kids and they need someone like you.

I married a transgender and didnt even know it. Married for 5 years and 2 kids later, he decided to finally share the secret he had kept from everyone including his parents for 30 years. I could spend hours writing about my experience, the emotions I suffered, and how I dealt with the heartbreaking, devestating, and deceitful news, but theres not enough room here. I dont agree with the way the medical society handles or treats transgenders. I believe these people are part of an evolutionary process taking place with mankind and preparing us for what is to come. My husband is my best friend. But...I dont look at him the same way in a sexual or attractive manner and at times I do want and need a mans love. If you ever do a show on trying to recover after such news...please call me. I love my husband dearly and could use the help to try and rebuild the intimate part of our marriage.

Thanks!

Tyra, it amazes me how supportive you are toward all different types of people. From people suffering from mental disorders, physical disorders, and now biological disorders. As I was reading other comments left by other viewers I was happy and sad. I am only 15 years old and I understand that being gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender IS NOT A CHOICE. I find it appalling that nowadays people still cannot accept others for who they are. Like Erika said, “If being transgender was a choice, why am I so depressed.” If someone can hear that and not be convinced that this is not a choice, that is their problem, and they should stop expressing their hurtful and negative opinions. I am Catholic and I see everyone as perfect the way they are. “God” did not make a mistake, and who are we to judge anyone? The only thing that should matter in life is if you are a good person. It’s extremely upsetting to me that people 10 or even 20 years older than I am can see this and not be affected whatsoever. I hope that in the future people will realize that everyone is who they were intended to be, and others can only accept everyone else and strive to be a better person. Thanks again Tyra, you truly are making the world a better place.

dear tyra..

wow you are truly the best.. i am a 25 year old pre-op transexual going threw alot of changes in my life.. i am a recovering meth addict.. i have been clean for 7 years and 2 months now.. i did it all on my own.. todays topic really touched my hear and brought me to tears.. i look at those kids and see myself.. confused and in search of answers... i only wish that my parents were a little more serious about me being in thier lives and about my well being.. when i turned 14 i decided i wanted to do it.. just start my transition into a woman.. my parents dissagreed. being not loved as one hv thought i had been .. i went from being at the top of my class in school ... to not attending at all.. the stress of me trying to do what would be considered normal to ones self when asked are u male or female.. was really a huge issue for me... i hung out with the wrong crowd and before you know it i was hooking at 14.. and got swept into the world of drugs and prostitution... i stayed in that tornado untill i was 18.. i honestly use to lay in bed and tell my friends that i thought were at the time that i cannot honestly can see myself liveing past my 18th birthday.. i could see my death as clear as day.. then got sent many angels to me threw out that time .. but didint noticed it because my mind was so cloudy ..i met a man that would change my life 5 days before my 18 bday.. i remember listening to him tell me that "this life isnt for me " and that he loved me" i cried for hours that nite.. because i could feel myself my soul being turned around and leaded on to the path that i once at 14 fell off of.. i dont know untill this day what was so different about him telling me this only because i heard it so many time.... but when he said it i "felt every word" from that day i have turned my life around and sit hear typing you my tahnks clean and sober... tyra every day i watch your show my heart smiles..all tho you thousands miles away .. i look up to u .. i jus wanted to say thank you for coming into mylife and being a role model to me .. you are an angel...

Hello tyra how are you.My name is Anansi, and I am a an african american male to female trangender person.I have been living full time as a women for a year and a half now, and I must say it has not been easy.I do have many family members and friends who have supported me completly.However I have also lost so much in the process of becoming who I truly am.I am not here to give my life story but only to thank you.I think you are trully a beacon of light in or GLBT community.I never thought we would have a voice, but you continue to make sure we are heard.I mean even with in the gay community there is discrimination against trangendered people.Also I have seen so many gay and lesiban romodels in the media but not one transgender person.I have seen gay and lesbian t.v shows such as Queet as folk,the L word and now Noahs ark.I want to know where is our show.I have seen documtaries and shows explaining with trangenderism but nothing more.I would like to see more trangendered people on Mtv, dating shows, reality and much more.I would like the world to know that there is more to being trangender; than just the issue of our gender identity.Even so I want to thank you for helping us get our foot in the door.I am gladd to know we have your support.I hope to make a difference as a trangender woman and maybe even become a romodel.I would say last that I love your show and think you are absolutely beautiful(celulite and all)

Hi Tyra and fellow readers, i'm only fourteen yrs old(soon to be 15) and i consider myself to be a bisexual female. It was hard at first to except it, because i thought(and still do think) that it is a phase. But these people on this show are corageous, i could never change my gender i LOVE being a female and i want to get married and have my own children....but going through all the changes that they did it is amazing. But i also believe in God and i KNOW he doesn't make mistakes!!! But he knew that those people were going to turn out the way they are now so i dont understand why in the Bible it says that its wrong but God already knows whats going to happen?
At any rate I accept people for who they are on the inside and anybody who doesnt has no heart and maybe they should go get surgery!!!

I just wanted to say thank you.

While i was watching your show today about the girl who felt she wanted to be a boy.AND EVENTULY BECAME ONE (TRANSGENDER)This is the kind of show that makes watching t.v. worthwile. It is a show where i feel educated.Turning on your show. is something I look forward to . Right on Thanks for not going the way of Springer,Povich and all the day time shows that use up the air ways. Your show is ponyant,worthwile and smart Thankyou!!!!

I wanted to thank you on todays show regarding transgendered kids. This show could not have aired at a more perfect time. This weekend I just came out to my parents and boss as being transgendered. I'm 29 years old. I finally relieved myself of the biggest burden in my life. I'm finally able to be myself.
I know todays show is going to help many people. Trans kids and parents are going to realize that they are not alone. There are other people out there going through the same thing.
I do think you should do a show on trans adults. Adults face different obstacles than children. When we come out, we have different types of lives, we have careers, and some of us even have families. It would be informational to know how adults have dealt with this issue.
I've read the other comments posted and I'm a little bothered by the people saying that God does not make mistakes. They need to take a look at me. I am built like a man. I have broad shoulders, no hips, and I grow facial and chest hair. Most people when meeting me don't realize that I was biologically born female. If god didn't make a mistake, than who did?

dear tyra,
i cannot beleive that you would air that garbage on your show. i can't get over how far in life you have came and i am happy for you, but to tell children that it is OK to have those kind of thoughts on changing there sex THAT IS NOT OK! GOD MADE US! IF IT WAS A CHOICE HE WOULD ASK US! and one day everyone that supports that idea is going to see that THEY WERE WRONG but it will be to late. if the children had a reacurring headache would they not find out what the cause was,if the child had a broken leg would they not take them to the doctor?WHY WOULD ANY ONE take there kid on TV and not to a head doctor to announce that they have problems and they just dont know what to do. It is amazing that they are innocent children and then as they grow up they start reflecting the parent(s)actions as well as there attitude. I say that it is not normal and no good!!! if it was God would have to appoligize to alot of people for raining fire and brimstone upon them, do you people think somethings are optional? WRONG!!!
children are looking up to you and it is important that you understand that one day you to will give an account. I know that some might like that kind of garbage. My family has a few people that everyone wonders about but that is there problem and we are not airing that on TV.
Thankyou for your time.

HI IM A 21 YR OLD FEMALE LESBIAN I DRESS LIKE BOY I GET MISTAKEN FOR A BOY EVERYDAY SOMETIMES I DO WISH TO BECOME A MAN BECAUSE THATS WHO I AM WHO I FEEL I AM....YOUR SHOW TODAY MADE ME SEE THAT THERE ARE OTHER PPL OF ALL AGES OUT THERE THAT GO THROUGH THE SAME THING AND I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR TALKING BOUT THIS ISSUE ON YOUR SHOW I FEEL THAT THE PPL THAT GAVE ADVICE GAVE REAL LIFE ADVICE AND I GIVE MY THNKS TO THEM....AS OF THE PARENTS I APPLAUD FOR THEM AS WELL THEY ARE VERY SUPPORTIVE, MY PARENTS AND FAMILY ACCEPT ME BUT I SOMETIMES FEEL THAT THEY DONT CAUSE EVERY NOW AND THEN THEY SAY SOME KINDA COMMENT TO ME THAT UPSETS ME AND I JUST SMILE AND WALK AWAY WHICH IN DEED IN HURTS ESPECIALLY FROM FAMILY....I WOULD LIKE AGAIN TO SAY THANKS FOR THE ADVICE YOUR GUEST GAVE IT HELPS ALOT.....~DEEDEE~

First of all, Tyra, I would like to say that I love your show! This show, however, is a little disturbing. Just because a doctor says something does not make it an absolute truth. Don't get me wrong, we need specialists in their respective fields. But, the general public is naive when it comes to medical matters. One doctor will complete a study that yields x results while another may complete a study to disprove it. All I am saying is that just because you can find a doctor or scientist or whoever to say one thing, doesn't mean you can't find another to say the opposite. This is in response to the question posed to Chris' father about his feelings after hearing a doctor speak on the matter. I thought Julia-Chris was very disrespectful to his father. He wants people to accept him, but it seems as if he isn't willing to give his father time to come around. He doesn't realize how blessed he is that his dad has not disowned him; there are so many people in his position who don't have anyone. I'm not so bothered by his choice to live as a boy (and it is a choice because hormone disorders can be corrected--i know someone who has had to deal with it personally) but by his disrespect for his father. Why has it become normal for children to speak the way that they do to adults? That should be a topic. Oh, and for all those who believe in the God I believe in, Chris' dad is right: God don't make mistakes. Humans do

Hey Tyra,I Applaued You On This Topic!I REALLY TRULEY Wish I Was There To Put My Voice Into A Situation I'm Living With.I Myself Am A Trans-gendered Female,I I Just Wanna Say Thank You,Cos You've Just Helped The World Understand That We Are In Fact People,But People Who Are Unhappy Being The Sex We Are.But I'am Happy Cos I Know Who I'am.Thanks Tyra,& Please Let Me Know What Cha Think.Lots Of Love xoxo

Tyra,

All tha pain I see being inficted on here is in GOD'S Name.... My God is a God of love, wisdom and understanding. One who took time to tell us not to judge others.... HE gets to do that later. He also told us to get our OWN lives straight before trying to correct others. So folks, learn to love and accept people as who they see themselves as. God will deal with the rest..... and with YOU for your actions and reactions.

Dear Tyra,

I am a strong believer in God. I also have SCD. That being said, I know that some people are born with certain illnesses that they do not have control over. God truely makes us the way that he wants us to be. I do not believe that a person can be born as a gay/lesbian, that is something that is chosen. I have not seen any type of scientific evidience of a gay gene. I believe that society is so afraid of offending someone that it is willing to do anything to make homosexuality normal. If an adult chooses to practice homosexuality and both people are consenting adults,so be it, it's not hurting anyone but children should not be encouraged to become transgenders. Children are born to parents because they cannot raise themselves, that's our job. We are suppose to love them enough to raise them right. We are suppose to teach them what is right and what is wrong. By allowing your child to dictate to you and tell you to change how they were born, who God wanted to be, you are not forfilling God's wishes. Would you allow your child to steal, lie , or cheat? No, you whould try and correct that behavior. Transgenders want to go from looking, talking, and walking like a female/male to the opposite gender. Wanting to be transgender is a behavioral change, is it not. So a parents job is to try and correct that behavior, not accept it. Parents need to stop being afraid to tell their kids no. I'm not saying that you shouldn't listen to what they have to say. You listen, you talk, you explain however many times you have to until they understand and that behavior is corrected.

well my name is sarah and i'm 17 and i live in iowa. i want to say that i love your show very very very much. i try to watch it everyday and i almost didnt watch it today but i was glad that i did. by beliefs are that God made us the way we are and if we werent meant to be different He would make us that way. if He wanted us to be a girl then would make us one and if we were supposed to a boy He would make us one. God doesnt miss up. but if people want to live there lifes that way then ok... i just belive differntly and hope one day they understand and if not then i'm sorry:(

Tyra,
I would just like to point out to Chris's father, if he is a "firm-believer" in god then he should understand that everything that happens, happens for a reason and that reason is because god wants it that way.

K. Smith. You say that your dad changing at 56 is a proof that transgendered adults is a "CHOICE"... what it proves is that we all have limits. After 56 years of giving up who she was to make the world at large happy and providing for her family your "father" rached a point where it was either evolve or die. At 30 I reached the point where I did not want to live anymore if I had to live the LIE of being a person I never was. After the change many of my health issues went away and I entered college and completed two degrees.

People should never have to live to meet the desires and expectations of others..... including the kids they birthed and raised. To do so is not "Living" it is "existing". People in prison "exist"... but wouldn't, shouldn't, you want more for someone you are supposed to "love" than to just exist?

Thank you for your show on trans youth. I am amazed at how pre-teen kids find the courage to come out as trans. I would like to respond to all the Bible thumpers out there. I am a Christian, and I am transgender. I DON'T think God made a mistake. I think that I was blessed to be able to see both sides of the human race. I still have a female body and that's still how most people know me. On the other hand, I know I will someday start taking hormones that will help me pass as a man. I've been trying to put it off just to make sure this is really gender identity disorder. However, the longer I wait, (it's been over six years) the more I feel I am not being true to myself and I become depressed and suicidal. The more energy I spend trying to suppress who I am, the less energy I have to serve others - my true calling. So, please, pray. More importantly, listen.

God's peace to all.

Tyra

Interesting issue, great show. I love how it forces the issue to the forefront. One thing I always find amazing in any situation is when people state opinions as fact. While the statement that god don't make mistakes is an opinion I agree with it whole heartedly. The fact that we are all created diffrentlly was not a mistake. It is what is. Sexuality is not about choice. Your guest have no reason to live as thoght they owe anyone an apology. If someone is too small minded to accept the diversity of life and mind thier own business, Then that's not something they need to concern themselves with. Another thing I find amusing is all these opinions that are "facts" have no evidence to support them. Didn't get to catch the Medical expert portion of the show but I know that the American Psych. Assoc. (APA)is in agreeance with you. Good job on being on top of things.

On a side note. I like that you've put on some weight in an odd way it makes me veiw you as a more realatable real person.

TYRA' ORLANDO I THINK IT WOULD BE A GOOD SHOW TO HAVE PEOPLE WHO FIND THIS SHOW WRONG. AND THAT HATE GOD MORALS.

Tyra,

I was very happy to see your topic of today's show. I am a 18 year old straight female but I am well educated that Transgendered,Bi-sexual,Gay and Lesbian individuals have no choice in the matter. I live in Toronto and there are all sorts of different people here and most people accept them and thats why I love it here. There are so many different types of people here of different race, nationality, sexual orientation etc. and I love how for the most part they can start to feel accepted.

I think that the major reason people have a certain hate or fear of individuals who have a different sexual orientation. They don't understand that it isn't their choice. Why would someone choose to be discriminated against? People need to understand that this is biological. Its the same as how some people have blue eyes and some people red hair. It is biological and they didn't choose that about themselves.

If this was widespread then I think people like Chris' father would understand better and accept his son for who he is.

On the other hand people like Chris' mother are much needed in this world. She is so accepting and loving no matter what and THAT is truely God's message to us in life. Accept, Love and care.

HI TYRA I'M ORLANDO FROM ST.LOUIS MO.I LOVE YOUR SHOW.THE SHOW TODAY FEB.20 WAS SHOCKING AND SAD.I WORK WITH TROUBLE YOUTH.AND PARENTS.ALSO I'M A MAN OF GOD.PEOPLE BELIEVE IN GOD AND CALL ON GOD WHEN THINGS GOING BAD.BUT AS SOON AS THINGS GOING FINE IN OUR LIVES.WE DON'T NEED HIM.I'M SAYING WE FORGET HIS MORALS.WE ALSO BELIEVE HE CAN DO ALL THINGS BUT FAIL.AFTER HE ANSWERS US.WE FORGET HIM.DO GOD MORALS MEAN ANYTHING?THE BIBLE SAYS THAT GAYS AND LESBIAN IS WRONG.THAT HELL WAITTING ON THEM.WE MAKING IT THE RIGHT THING TO DO.ON ONE HAND GOD CAN DO ALL THINGS.ON THE OTHER HAND HE CAN'T.HE CAN'T BE USE LIKE THAT.WE SAY HE MADE HEAVEN AND EARTH.NOW IF THATS TRUE WHY HE MADE A MISTAKE ON THEM.THEY DIDN'T HAVE TO BE BORN.A MAN BUTTOCK IS NOT A VAGINA.A WOMAN VAGINA IS NOT A PENIS.GOD DOES NOT MAKE MISTAKE.AND ITS VERY SAD THAT THE PARENTS OF THESE KIDS ARE TRYING TO BE FRIENDS AND NOT PARENTS.A MAN CAN'T HAVE A BABY AND TWO LADYS CAN'T HAVE A BABY. I HOPE FAME,MONEY DIDN'T BECOME YOUR GOD.I LOVE YOUR SHOW SEEK GOD FOR HIS UNDERSTANDING. DON'T SUPPORT WRONG

Dear Tyra,
Thank you for raising awareness on the very important yet downplayed issue of gender variance. My fiance is a wonderful transman who knew he was male since the age of 4 and yet had to grow up hiding that fact and suffering in the process. If more parents were aware of this matter, children would not have to grow up resenting their bodies and their very lives.
I also wanted to send our best wishes to the wonderful parents out there who embrace and support their children as they are.

Thank you so very much for doing this show. More people need to know about transgendered people. By do this show you are stopping so many suicides of young people who are confused and unaware of what kind of resources are out there. They are not alone. The general public is under a misconception that transgendered people are transexuals. This is an insult to many. Please think twice before using the word. If you are unsure what a person goes by ask... they would much rather you ask them what they would like to go by when they are going through transition. My partner of one and a half years identifies as trans. She identifies as neither a man or a woman. Thank you Tyra for doing this show and shedding light on this subject that is often misunderstood. My heart goes out to the all the youth trying to figure themselves out. Way to go Chris I'm so proud of you. When you get old enough you need to write a book.

Tyra I am a trangsgender I have worked my jobs for months before they found out I was a female. I have 5 sisters and 1 bro. I want to tel chris that I have been the this way all my life and she looks good. I have been raped from 8 til I was 12 I than let it be know that I was being raped I ran away from home at 12 and never been home since. I am a great basketball player as well as any other sport. I was unable to finsh school and when I turned 18 they released me from the system shelters and mental hospitals I attended a high school I have never seen the work . I was getting by by playing basketball and softball. I feel so bad about my education I was kicked out the 12th grade because the guard thought I was a guy and got very aggressive. Now its so for me in society as far as dealing with people who are my boss or my girl who is a lesbian and escort. I am an entertainer to the gay community and would love to show you what keeps me sane. I am a dragking and women go crazy as well as gay men. I am a transgender and a serious one. People think its because my pass. I know its not. Tyra its like I get angry and treat the women like the guy who raped me treated me.

Dear Tyra,
I have never written to or left comments for any show before, frankly because I'm a 26 y.o. male. I caught your show aga