HELLO FROM AUSTRALIA! First steps in the light on an unfamiliar road

[shiney]

Hello to all

I'm new to the forum and confronting the reality of my gender confusion has been difficult to say the least, as I'm sure all of you have experienced at some point. I'm looking to find an outlet, some people to talk to who will understand and not judge. I feel that I am now ready to move beyond solitary questioning and silent research online to sorting out what I want to do to find happiness.

A bit about me I live near Sydney, Australia. This year I am to turn 21.

I feel that a male to female transition resonates with me, yet my anxieties paint these feelings with doubt and fear.



If you have any advice to share regarding the first steps to take on this journey; professionals to get in contact with, support groups, etc I would be very grateful


shiney

[Cindy]

Hi, and welcome to Susans! We have people come to visit us from all over the world, expressing different points of view, and you are likely to find someone to help you along your way Here are some important links and things to ponder as you begin your journey here.

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I'm in Adelaide and there are lots of Aussies here, one of the Sydney girls will be on in a minute to give you some local info.

Hugs and Welcome

[shiney]

Hi Cindy

Thankyou for the welcome

I was surprised to get a reply so quick! And from an Aussie too! Haha

I'll give the links a read.

[kelly_aus]

A warm welcome to you from another of the Adelaide peoples..

[Jenny07]

Trust the girls in Adelaide to post first.

They are only slightly less evil than me.

Welcome from Sydney Shiney.
I am one of the trouble makers from Sydney Cindy mentioned.

Happy to answer questions and point you to the right people to help you deal with how you feel. It is not easy at all.
The hardest thing is speaking up, I know.

There are quite a few here from Sydney who can also help and they will be along shortly.

Anyway don't be afraid or let Catherine brand you like she did me.

Hugs
Jen

[shiney]

Evening Kelly Nice to meet you

[shiney]

Haha loving the friendly rivalry

Wow thanks Jen

I shall keep my wits about me haha

[stephaniec]

welcome from the US

[Jessica Merriman]

A big warm welcome to the family Shiney! We have a huge Aussie group here. Something in the water down under?*giggles* Anyway, you have found THE place for support and caring, non judgmental people who accept you for who you are, period. I am now your sister from the U.S. (Oklahoma). Feel free to rant, vent, learn, share good news (we like that a LOT) or just have some distracting fun and meet the rest of the family. All of the information you will get here comes from REAL people at all stages of transition, from still questioning to Post Op and everything in between. Here is a BIG HUG  to welcome you and make you feel right at home with us!

[immortal gypsy]

Welcome shiney nice to see someone else from NSW come on in join the fun.

Nat
(living in Sydney)

[kathyk]

I had a nice welcome typed up, but I accidently disconnected my battery.   

So, welcome from the old lady in Michigan.

[shiney]

Hello Stephanie, Jessica, Nat and Kathy

You are all very kind to welcome me, so hugs to you all!

@ Stephanie: Woah. A welcome from a whole country! That is one colossal welcome I'm just being cheeky. I appreciate you reaching out

@ Jessica: I'm glad to hear I've found such a place, it has been no less then what you have described so far ...and another sister! mmm it would explain why the water is so damn refreshing haha

@ Nat: Hi fellow sydneysider! bring on the fun It's been a bit scarce in the mix so far.

@ Kathy: That you would care do go to such lengths is heart warming, so don't fret, you still sent me some nice

[Annabelle]

Hellooo shiney Welcome and enjoy the loving and supportive nature of susans

I'm still quite new to all of this as well as being based in Sydney All the best and send me a message any time you want to talk

[Jenny07]

Looks like we have quite a gang here now in Sydney. Perhaps we can finally rival those feisty gals in Adelaide.

Welcome all and happy to help anyone.

Just wait for Aunty Catherine.

[alabamagirl]

I'm not in Sydney, myself, but my heart is always there, with my girlfriend. I hope to be there soon, too.

Nice to meet you. I'm Stephanie. *warm hug*

[Annabelle]

That pikachu picture/avatar is so kawaii (~￣▽￣)~
I'm quite surprised as well that there are so many Sydney girls here

[Ms Grace]

Hi! I must have missed this when you posted a few days ago so a belated welcome! I'm in Sydney too. Catherine and Jenny haven't managed to brand me... yet.

[delyth ann]

Hello,

I am a Sydney girl too.

[Cindy]

Goddess what is in Sydney water?

[Jessica Merriman]

Goddess what is in Sydney water?

Send me a gallon would you? It might save money on HRT or at least speed up the effects! *giggle*