I'm finally no longer being poisoned by T!

[GQPAT]

Yes folks,

I finally started HRT yesterday...its only been two days but I feel like a weight has been lifted from my shoulders.  I'm starting on Anti-Androgens (only) for the first month and then introducing the estrogen but wow...I dont know whether this feeling is psycho-somatic or if I'm actually feeling it but I feel less stressed, calmer, softer skin, and overall a more positive outlook on life.  I guess I'm now at the point, mentally, where I can say that this is MY transition.  I mean, as much as other people do have an influence on my life, I now have the understanding that whether or not I pass, whatever pronoun people choose to refer to me by, whatever (insert annoying thing here) I am at least feeling comfortable in my own skin!  Like I said, today is only DAY 2 but I already feel like I can walk a lil' taller (and softer at that)! So I just thought I'd share this lil' moment of joy!

Cheers: Patty

P.S. Tomorrow I'm having a brunch-potluck with my close(st) friends to celebrate this new begining!

[Krisstina]

Wow thats great that you have started a very important part of the journey for both of you. psycho-somatic ? well i don,t think you have changed much physically yet but you do have good reason to be in a excellent mood.

The best part about it is it just keeps getting better and better the longer you take HRT the more it helps so enjoy and have fun with it!


Hugs
Kristina

[Melissa]

I understand what you mean.  I believe the changes are psychological.  It due to knowing you have finally begun your journey and you have taken a major step in transitioning.  Congratulations both GQ Pat and Kelly.

Melissa