“I was the ‘tomboy’ who always wanted to wear pants and pull my long hair back so I could hide it. I didn’t like the way my clothes fit my body. I grew up desperately trying to fit in and meet people’s standards.”
‘I was the quiet kid eager to get out of that small town to a more diverse place where I wouldn’t be so different.’: Legally blind trans man with albinism pursues photography career
14 Non-Binary People Talk Advice, Positive Affirmations, And Living Beyond The Gender Binary Myth
“Many people will live their whole lives just accepting and never digging deep within themselves to truly understand themselves. You are not one of those people. You are brave.”
‘By my vice principal advocating for me, MANY fell in line to do the same who seemed reluctant before.’: Transgender male grateful for vice principal’s act of kindness on graduation day
“What little thing could make someone feel more included? For me, it was a cap and gown. When we talk about treating trans kids with respect, this is the stuff I think about.”
‘I was getting ready to go on a date when she sat on my bedroom floor. She said, ‘I hate my body.’ I cancelled my Uber.’: Mom supports transgender daughter, ‘We wrapped ourselves in rainbows and celebrated’
“As we moved into her transition, we didn’t cry, we wept. We didn’t forget, we grieved. And for all that is holy in this world, we did not reject her OR her choices.”
‘As I saw my reflection, something clicked. I saw this gorgeous, beaming person on the computer screen. ‘That’s her, this is it.’: Non-binary transgender woman shares coming out journey
“I lay there wide awake, overwhelmed with shame. Boys didn’t wear girls’ clothing or makeup. Boys could never be girls. There was nowhere that I didn’t look or feel out of place.”
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“Transitioning is an extremely difficult journey but having support definitely helps.”