Joss / United States
“i started transitioning when i was 30, and one of the most difficult parts was trying to construct a narrative around the transition.. i didn’t know how to start presenting myself as trans because i had always kept things buried inside of me. My family had experienced a serious trauma and partially because of this, the only way i knew how to live was to create a seemingly comfortable facade around me. Even though presenting against my own authentic self caused a lot of anguish and mental turmoil, the effects were virtually invisible. i started writing a memoir to piece things together and here i am, in my studio, feeling like a whole person.”
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I am so sorry that you have had such a hard time. This summer i worked with a young female to male trans. He was unaware i knew his Truth almost from the time he started working with him-until his last night of work. We had a beautiful caring conversation, ending with hugs. At the aGe of 20 he is living authentically, had surgery and taking hormones for two years now. To me, the most wonderful part of his life is the support of his loving parents and family.
I wish only the best for you as you live your life as you need to. {{hugs}}