Community Conversation => Transitioning => Coming out of the closet => Topic started by: Jaehjlee on August 31, 2016, 04:34:57 PM Return to Full Version
Title: Beyond grateful
Post by: Jaehjlee on August 31, 2016, 04:34:57 PM
Post by: Jaehjlee on August 31, 2016, 04:34:57 PM
Today I discussed with my parents for about the 4th time within 4 years about my desire to start HRT in order to transition into male. Except this time I didn't ask for their acceptance, I simply said this is something I need to do and will proceed with once I fly back for the new semester.
Surprisingly, unlike during the first three discussions, they were both extremely supportive and said they just wanted me to be happy above all else. It took them four years to come to terms that transitioning is inevitable for me and, as I was expecting the worse, I am extremely grateful and lucky to have reached this kind of conclusion with them.
For those who are afraid or nervous about coming out to your parents/guardians, please don't be discouraged by their initial reaction as I was four years ago. These things take some time to process, so please be patient and you may be surprised by an eventual change of heart. Sending good vibes to all you out there!
Surprisingly, unlike during the first three discussions, they were both extremely supportive and said they just wanted me to be happy above all else. It took them four years to come to terms that transitioning is inevitable for me and, as I was expecting the worse, I am extremely grateful and lucky to have reached this kind of conclusion with them.
For those who are afraid or nervous about coming out to your parents/guardians, please don't be discouraged by their initial reaction as I was four years ago. These things take some time to process, so please be patient and you may be surprised by an eventual change of heart. Sending good vibes to all you out there!
Title: Re: Beyond grateful
Post by: KathyLauren on September 01, 2016, 11:12:04 AM
Post by: KathyLauren on September 01, 2016, 11:12:04 AM
Yay! Good for you for being persistent!
Title: Re: Beyond grateful
Post by: Jaehjlee on September 03, 2016, 01:26:51 AM
Post by: Jaehjlee on September 03, 2016, 01:26:51 AM
Thank you! :)
Title: Re: Beyond grateful
Post by: Sinclair on September 03, 2016, 10:44:41 PM
Post by: Sinclair on September 03, 2016, 10:44:41 PM
It's a process. Glad it's working for you!