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COMING OUT AS TRANSGENDER

Introduction

  • Speaker identifies as transgender and openly discusses their journey.

  • Reveals the challenge of being perceived as cisgender despite being transgender.

Coming Out

  • Recently came out to family and school, now everyone knows.

  • Prefers being referred to as Noah and using "he" pronouns.

  • Values being seen as a dude without the label of "trans."

Personal Experiences

  • Initial reluctance to share transgender identity for the sake of acceptance.

  • Concern about being treated differently and labeled based on transgender identity.

  • Emphasis on trans guys being encompassed in the category of "dudes" without distinction.

Societal Perception

  • Fear of how people will react after finding out about transgender identity.

  • Personal anecdotes about being outed by others searching for old photos or utilizing past identity for mockery.

  • Discussion of the internal struggle with femininity and societal expectations.

Personal Viewpoint

  • Desire to be seen as a guy without emphasis on being transgender.

  • Rejection of the idea that being trans should solely define his identity.

  • Criticism towards peers who feel the need to disclose everything about their life.

Online Presence

  • Anticipation of starting a series of videos discussing being transgender to help others and document personal growth.

  • Reflects on the occasional hate and scrutiny he faces online.

  • Wants to create a positive space for discussion around trans identities.

Family Support

  • Expresses gratitude for having supportive parents who allow self-expression without boundaries.

  • Encourages acceptance and love in families towards transgender children.

Body Dysphoria

  • Shares feelings about dissatisfaction with physical appearance, particularly voice, chest, and hips.

  • Acknowledges that discomfort with own body is a common experience for trans individuals.

Transition Plans

  • Plans to start hormone replacement therapy (testosterone) soon.

  • Describes the desire for top surgery in the future.

  • Views transition as a second puberty, focusing on masculinity.

Conclusion

  • Requests respect during this journey and acknowledges existing knowledge among peers.

  • Affirms a desire for normalcy and understanding in being transgender.