Hello RalinaI'm sorry I missed your introduction post and as I mentioned I enjoy reading stories about others that come to Susan's.
So, you have been taking HRT for more than 4 months and even you have noticed the differences. My main form of exercise is swimming. "Mens sana in corpore sano" comes to mind, which is Latin and translates as "a healthy mind in a healthy body". Trust coaches to part their wisdom on us.
The phrase is widely used, and expresses that physical exercise is an important or essential part of mental and psychological well being. So yoga and your physical activities will definitely aid you in that respect.
Coming to Susan's you will certainly find friends just like you and the information will help you no end. Trust me on this. I knew virtually nothing, when I first came to Susan's in 2010, for two years. I have just recently come back and I'm still learning from others.
Like looking up your name, it is rich in it's meaning. It comes from the combination of two names, Raluca (Romanian means "lively" or "energetic") and Alina (Greek means "light" or "bright" and to top it off it's a gender neutral name just like mine. So Ralina has those 4 meanings making a wonderful name for a unique person like you.
It's good to hear that you have had your ears pierced for the first time and it's the small things that we do that will make us happy. I remembered when I had mine done for the first time, I had both done at the same time. Most importantly congratulations on having the hair procedure that will make you so much more confident and happy in your appearance. As you say, "it will take time to see the final results" and I'm sure the results will be fantastic.
As for the picture you have showed you still look great. The hair, nails and of course the HRT effects. As 'tgirlamg' says "Fear Not... Amazing Things Await You!" and I wholeheartedly agree with her on that. I cannot wait to see what the future brings you.
Other members like Lori, Lilis and 'tgirlamg' have posted wonderful thoughts and tips and that is how Susan's members help others. Not forgetting the welcoming message from others.
Take care and all the best for the future.
Once again, Welcome to Susan's Place!Sarah BOffical Greeter@Sweet luck@tgirlamg@LoriDee@Lilis@ChrissyRyan@Northern Star Girl