Hi there everyone.

My name is Lauren ^_^. I'm a long time lurker on these forums but felt that I should sign up and interact with people such as myself. I thought I could go on without the support, but lately online forums and sites such as Tumblr have been a god send to me. I'm 20 years old and have always knew somehow I was different since I was about 10. By the way, I'm from Sydney Australia.

I have a bit of a long story, so to cut it short - my gender dysphoria has increased dramatically over the years and I'm inching closer and closer to taking the leap of faith and transitioning. Lately my dysphoria has been absolutely unbearable and it is becoming clear to me that I can't go on like this forever. I used to be something I could control, or was isolated to certain incidents/events - but lately its been trickling into almost every sector of my life.

I'm very much a closeted MTF transsexual (although I have told two of my best friends). I've had immense problems throughout my life with keeping people happy. I usually tend to care WAY too much about how others view and perceive me that I'm unable to be who I really am inside. Only recently have I been able to express myself since coming out (as bi).

Anyway. I could go on and on. My story is quite complex so I'm sure you'll learn more about me as I post throughout these forums.

I know what I need to do. It's just very difficult. (As I'm sure you all know)

Thank you for reading.

Lots of love.

Lauren xxx



p.s When can I change my profile details/reply to PM's?

Hi Lauren, it's a pleasure to meet you! 15 posts is your magic number, it's over in the rules section. See you around, hugs, Tracey

Hi Lauren. Welcome to Susan's.

Hi Lauren,

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Hugs and Love,
Janet 

Hey Lauren, welcome to the site 
Here's hoping we can help.

Welcome, Lauren! I hope you can find a few more people to tell, it really starts to dissolve those closet walls (which are actually just made of paper...) - do what you need to do, and do it with care for yourself.

Hi Lauren

Welcome to the forum honey.
On this place you're not obligated to keep people happy all the time, you can just be who you are.
We try to support eachother in the best way we can.
So, we will try to support you too.
You're right, it's difficult but at the end of the day it was worth it.
Thanks for sharing your story and have a wonderfull time here.

hugs
Annette

Thank you all for the lovely welcome!!
xx