I've come here through the gentle prodding of my therapist.

I'm older 54. Artist + Teacher
I'm messy, depressed and going through the process of self discovery. I always had inklings I'm a trans woman and I'm learning to embrace myself. I'm hoping that maybe I could share and listen. 

My family tree is rife with dysfunction. I have a mountain of childhood trauma/ neglect. This in combination with my antisocial tendencies and persistent depression... makes my life complicated.


I don't know how much is too much so ill end it here.

Min

Hi!


Welcome Min!


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Chrissy

Hello Min,

I'm Lori Dee. Welcome to Susan's Place!

Thank you for that wonderful introduction.

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Hey Min,


Welcome to Susan's!


~ Lilis 💗

Welcome to Susan's, Min! Finding a community of welcoming, helpful and accepting people was a huge step in my process of self-discovery and acceptance. You've taken the first brave step of introducing yourself. It all gets easier from here. I look forward to getting to know you.

Quote from: Min on May 19, 2025, 07:45:55 PMI've come here through the gentle prodding of my therapist.

I'm older 54. Artist + Teacher
I'm messy, depressed and going through the process of self discovery. I always had inklings I'm a trans woman and I'm learning to embrace myself. I'm hoping that maybe I could share and listen. 

My family tree is rife with dysfunction. I have a mountain of childhood trauma/ neglect. This in combination with my antisocial tendencies and persistent depression... makes my life complicated.


I don't know how much is too much so ill end it here.

Min

Welcome Aboard Min!

Your therapist is wise! I believe you will find you have landed in a very good place here.🤗

You will find many here who have gone through much in life and found solutions to make their lives not just livable... but... truly amazing. You will be heard, seen and understood here... there is a wealth of empathy and experience here to draw upon and open hearts that wish to share it all... 💕

Blessings to you as you find your way!

Ashley 💕

Hi, Min, and welcome to Susan's Place.

I've only been here for a few weeks, and I've found the folks here to be extremely supportive and helpful.

We're glad you're here.

Pema

Quote from: Min on May 19, 2025, 07:45:55 PMI'm messy, depressed and going through the process of self discovery.

Hi Min, your family sounds like my family and the families of many other people here. Fantastic to have an artist and teacher here, it sounds like you have a lot to bring to Susan's. Lots of us have had a long delay between suspecting we were trans and accepting we were trans and plenty of us have experienced low mood, so there's a ton of empathy we have to share. At 54 you're actually one of the younger people we've had joining recently because we've had a run of folk joining who are in their sixties, I'm one of them! So welcome.

Hello Min, Welcome, you will find a very welcoming and warm group of people here. 😊.  There is so much comfort just knowing that we are not alone here and can find support for so many different things that we are experiencing from just sharing on here with others. 🫂 Annaliese

Hi Min, welcome aboard! I understand where you're coming from, my early life had some very rough patches too. Anyway, glad you're here. 

Hugs, Devlyn

Hi Min

My name is Sarah and I would also like to formally, Welcome you to Susan's Place!

I see that other members of Susan's have also welcomed you as well.

Thank you for trusting us with your story.  Your life as an artist plus teacher will enrich our conversations here on Susan's.  I was also a teacher in mathematics and computers.  It takes courage to begin self discovery especially while carrying the weight of childhood hardship persistent depression and antisocial feelings.  You have sensed you are a trans woman and are learning to embrace yourself, that bravery deserves respect.

You are in the right place to share and to listen.  Many here have faced family dysfunction trauma and similar questions about identity.  You will find understanding hearts ready to walk with you.

Share only what feels safe, take things one step at a time and remember that every small act of kindness toward yourself is progress.  We are glad you are here. When you feel ready start a thread, ask a question or simply read and rest in the knowledge that you are not alone.

Once you feel comfortable here, it would be appreciated if you add a little bit more about yourself in the other forums and threads.  I would appreciate it very much as, I'm always interested in learning something new about new members.

In addition members of Susan's will more than likely will discuss problems or issues that are similar to yours as most have experienced these issues as well.

Take care and all the best for the future.

Once again, Welcome to Susan's Place!

Best Wishes Always
Sarah B
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@Min

Welcome, Min! I do messy and depressed with the best of them. I visited Susan's for the first time about three months ago and confess to still being a might bit messy, but not nearly as depressed.

Do return often Min!

Chrissy