Mental Health Support
Related: About this forumHuge breakthrough for me
So...as many here know I've posted numerous times about my mental health for about a year or so. But last month I added gender dysphoria to my on going list of issues. But I've come to realize what I believe is causing my depression for so many years. I kept myself in huge denial about who I am deep down.
So I've talked about how my feminine side was more stronger than my masculine side. Well talking to friends and family they told me they've know for many years I have been much more feminine and I agree. I don't believe I'll ever be masculine. I'm much more into female life. So on top of that as a child and teenager. I always had thoughts about being a female and well I've come stop denying that everything I denied was just a phase.
No I firmly believe i was never meant to be a man. So starting next year. I'm going to start transition therapy. I want to be happy with who I am and who I'm meant to be. It's so scary but exciting to finally stop denying myself happiness.
Just wanted everyone that has talked to me and has cared about me to know. Love you all
CaliforniaPeggy
(152,301 posts)I wish you a smooth path as you transition to who you're meant to be. I'm sure it's scary but change in any form is.
I want you to be happy! And that is more important than any other aspect of your life.
vercetti2021
(10,403 posts)I was worried about that. She is having a very hard time right now
Tribalceltic
(1,000 posts)Be who you want to be!
chillfactor
(7,694 posts)it takes a great deal of courage to become the new person you are inside. My prayers will accompany you all the way through your journey!
elleng
(136,595 posts)and keep us informed!
MLAA
(18,653 posts)blueinredohio
(6,797 posts)Good luck.
RGinNJ
(1,027 posts)littlemissmartypants
(25,714 posts)JohnnyLib2
(11,232 posts)That was a few years back and she is very happy currently. She has always talked about the realization and the decision just like you are.
Congratulations and all kinds of good wishes for the future you want!
vercetti2021
(10,403 posts)Did she have trouble with her parents? My mom is accepting but shes having the hardest time right now. My dad...yeah I doubt I'll tell him. He'll more than likely disown me
JohnnyLib2
(11,232 posts)There was trouble with former associates and church members, but she has stayed steady and changed at least a few minds. I think it was important that at least a few spoke up for her.
We also know some a grandparent-aged couple who had a child transition and are wholly supportive, as is a sibling. Heartwarming!
vercetti2021
(10,403 posts)I guess I'm just having very big worries right now
fierywoman
(8,125 posts)42bambi
(1,753 posts)better
(884 posts)Glad to hear of you following your heart. There will be haters and detractors, ignore them.
You are the only one who gets any say, and those most worth having in your life will support you unconditionally.