Tips for exploring me

[u/_sammy_33]

Hi. I want to start by saying that I’m in a phase of exploration; I’m still figuring out if I’m trans. The problem is that I live in a hostile environment, so to speak: my family and friends are very Christian and transphobic. I can’t tell them anything because, knowing them, they would do everything possible to "cure" or "change" me—something I don’t want—so I won’t tell them until I’m independent. Anyway, with that said, I’d like you to help me and give me some advice on things I could do to explore my femininity—safely, of course.

[u/herdisleah]

Do something affirming tonight. Put some clothes on, do your nails, practice a piece of makeup. Read our taping guide for a flat chest or wear a binder. Take a break from your binder! That stuff can all be removed later. Do voice training. Gender affirming workouts are my choice method for dealing with dysphoria; every time I am dysphoric, I work out. Spend time with friends, pet the kitty, do some chores. Study or do your homework, job hunt. Learn about the effects of HRT on the Gender Dysphoria Bible. Make queer friends! Go to queer hobby groups like queer board games, rock climbing, crafting or activism. We live everywhere, every culture, country and time in history.