GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA, USA: MrBeast's best friend Kris Tyson shared her new name and pronouns during an interview on Anthony Padilla's podcast. Coming to terms with her true identity has been an emotional journey, and Tyson bravely decided to come out to her fans despite the challenges she faced along the way.
Kris Tyson's journey to embracing her new identity was not without its hardships. She encountered significant criticism and negativity from some corners of the online community. However, amid the online hatred, she found solace in the unwavering support of her friends, notably MrBeast. Their encouragement played a crucial role in helping her gain the confidence to embrace her true self.
'I was so scared of saying I am a woman'
In a candid and emotionally charged interview with Padilla, Tyson, who recently came out to the public as a woman, discussed the complexities of her journey to self-acceptance. When Padilla questioned if coming out to the world was more challenging than coming out to herself, Tyson responded with a heartfelt revelation.
Tyson shared that the process of coming out to herself was not without its difficulties. With the support of her therapist, she underwent three sessions that allowed her to gradually embrace her true identity. She expressed the fear and anxiety she experienced, worried that acknowledging herself as a woman would be met with denial and rejection.
She said, “It was hard for me to say that because I was so scared of saying I am a woman and then instantly hearing no you’re not.” This was an internal battle for Tyson which she constantly faced while putting on a brave front for the public. She also talked about her struggles with self-hatred and how she overcame it by “listening to what her body wanted”.
Throughout her interview, Tyson delved into her struggles with self-hatred, bravely revealing the difficulties she faced in accepting and embracing herself. However, she found strength in listening to her body's desires and needs, which ultimately helped her navigate through the challenging journey of self-discovery.
'What comes out of my mouth is me now'
Tyson's courageous journey of self-acceptance began long before she started hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as she had already come out to her close friend MrBeast. His accepting approach was heartwarming and offered Tyson a sense of support and understanding.
With MrBeast's acceptance and encouragement, Tyson found the strength to fully embrace her true self. Now, she confidently asserts that her words truly reflect her authentic identity, stating, "What comes out of my mouth is me now."
