Community Conversation => Transitioning => Coming out of the closet => Topic started by: 4A-GZE on March 18, 2018, 03:01:46 PM Return to Full Version
Title: Coming out soon... somewhat nervous, but not for the usual reasons.
Post by: 4A-GZE on March 18, 2018, 03:01:46 PM
Post by: 4A-GZE on March 18, 2018, 03:01:46 PM
Here's the thing: I already came out once before. My parents, however, were (reasonably) concerned that I was jumping the gun on this, as it sort of came out of nowhere. They were going to find me a therapist who specializes in gender identity, but that sort of just never happened. It's been about 7 years now, I think. I'm already out to my girlfriend and a few online friends, but nobody else. I have an appointment with my psychiatrist on the 30th, (unrelated to this. I also have ADHD, anxiety, and depression. This doctor is for that) and I'm bringing my girlfriend so she can help me come out there and hopefully get me recommended to someone who can help.
Now, the main thing I'm concerned about is my family being TOO accepting and overcorrecting themselves. Like... I don't want to get any jewelry for my birthday. I don't want to start going out to the tea house with the women in my family every thanksgiving. I don't even want them to invite me. I want them to use my new name and that's it. I'm not hiding any urge to become more feminine than I already am. I just want to be the same exact person but with boobs.
Now, the main thing I'm concerned about is my family being TOO accepting and overcorrecting themselves. Like... I don't want to get any jewelry for my birthday. I don't want to start going out to the tea house with the women in my family every thanksgiving. I don't even want them to invite me. I want them to use my new name and that's it. I'm not hiding any urge to become more feminine than I already am. I just want to be the same exact person but with boobs.
Title: Re: Coming out soon... somewhat nervous, but not for the usual reasons.
Post by: Denise on March 18, 2018, 03:23:26 PM
Post by: Denise on March 18, 2018, 03:23:26 PM
Quote from: Lyra Dash on March 18, 2018, 03:01:46 PM
... I'm not hiding any urge to become more feminine than I already am. I just want to be the same exact person but with boobs.
Boobs today, you never know about tomorrow.
I thought the same and Monday I'm talking to surgeon for more drastic changes.
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Title: Re: Coming out soon... somewhat nervous, but not for the usual reasons.
Post by: CallMeKatie on March 19, 2018, 05:16:00 AM
Post by: CallMeKatie on March 19, 2018, 05:16:00 AM
Lyra I feel the same.
I just want my life to continue as it is now only I get to wear makeup without stares and abuse.
HRT might change that but right now, I am happy as I am in life
I just want my life to continue as it is now only I get to wear makeup without stares and abuse.
HRT might change that but right now, I am happy as I am in life