Trans-Shame

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A subject that seems to be on several people’s minds lately, including mine, is “trans-shame”. It’s that simple little feeling that seems so pervasive among transwomen. It’s what drives many to go through transition and then sever all ties with their male past; friends, associates, often enough family and all. It is part of what drives transwomen (and maybe even transmen; although I’m not sure about that) to attempt to achieve that level of super deep stealth. You know, the defcon 5 of stealth, I hate to say that in part due to these feelings I’ve even thought about attempting this myself.

I can’t speak for anyone else but I will examine and try to explain my evolving feelings about this issue, and describe some of my experiences as well as those of at least one other person I know who also happens to be trans.

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So, I realized I've been reading and commenting on several people's posts here and never actually introduced myself. As I realized I had a request to make of the community, I figured now would be as good a time as any.

I'm twenty-one years old and living in New York State... ( Further information behind the cut. )

So, I didn't want to just ramble about my story, but I also had a request. Obviously I've had a difficult time coming out, and I need some help. At this point I know I'm not going to make it through another conversation, and have been trying for the past few months to compose a letter that will give them everything I'm feeling. I know no one else can tell them what I'm going through, but I thought it would be helpful to give my mom links to a website about transgender information. Something concise but accurate that I could use so I don't muddy my point too much. Maybe something geared for parents of trans youth. Does anyone know of someplace I could get such information?

Thank you so much for your time...

Gakked From stacymtf Hi Hon!

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[phallogocentric.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the responses beforehand, I just have one more question. How well do the hips become curvy and womanlike?