First steps on a new journey

[JulieWeeks]

Hello.  After almost 37 years in the closet I have finally realized self acceptance as a transgender person.   I've arranged an appointment with a gender therapist in the coming months who offers HRT referrals, although I'm not sure if that's the road I will ultimately take.

I look foward to being a part of this community and learning from the experiences of those who have travelled this winding road ahead of me.

[Julia-Madrid]

Hiya Julie

Welcome!  We almost share the same name 

A good therapist is a wonderful thing - not just for gender issues but for helping you really get to know yourself. 

I did 18 months of therapy when I was in my 20s, and I grew immeasurably.  I then took another 20 years to do something about it, but now that I'm on my particular journey I'm really happy with all my decisions.

Fasten your seatbelt...there will be moments of pleasure, exhilaration and terror...!   

Hugs
Julia

[mrs izzy]

JulieMcKie
Welcome to Susan's family 
First steps in understanding where one fits in the spectrum is always a great way to start.
Not all steps need to be large. Just need to make some steps to move forward on ones path.
Many here also in many different stages and each can help others work on moving forward in support and understanding.

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Safe passage on your path, popcorn?

Izzy

[amber roskamp]

welcome and congrats Julie! best of luck to you on your journey hun!

Fasten your seatbelt...there will be moments of pleasure, exhiliration and terror...!

this is very true, so far my transition has been an emotional roller coaster with highs I have never reached and lows that come just by getting looked at the wrong way. I hope you have a smooth transition. And if you need support this is a great place to go!

[Bombadil]

Welcome

Self-acceptance is wonderful thing. You'll find a lot of support, humor and great information here. This place is a family, with lots of caring andthe occasional squabble. make yourself at home

[gennee]

Hi Julie and welcome to Susan's.

[BreezyB]

Hi Julie, welcome and so nice you can join us. I too am a late bloomer but happy that I'm on this path, wouldn't change it for anything. I agree, a therapist is a valuable thing, I think I'll see mine for quite sometime to come. She helps me work through lots of little life challenges. All part of the wild ride 

[Gina Taylor]

Hi Julie and welcome to Susan's! 

[Abby Claire]

I'm always excited when someone comes out and starts their journey! Makes me excited to see where everyone ends up and it makes me feel like I'm not alone in the first steps of my process. Good luck!