Personal Stories from Trans Youth
Adelle's Story
Some people don't understand -- how I can be a lesbian without dating a woman? How can I love a man, or at least someone who identifies as one?
Ben's Story
I came out as transgendered my freshman year of high school when I asked my teachers to call me by my preferred name, as well as to use masculine pronouns when referring to me.
Jeff's Story
I know today is the big day, when I am going to give myself my first shot of T. I know I will have to do this for the rest of my life, so what's the big deal? Well, I'm a sensitive soul, though I seem thick-skinned. Also read an FAQ about Jeff.
John's Story
I'm an 20 year old pre-op ftm (female to male) transgendered teen. I have considered myself trans since August 99, though I now believe that I have felt like a boy my whole life.
Josh's Story
As I started college, I decided I would come out from the very beginning and to live my life as my true self. It hasn't been easy, but luckily I have come across a few people who respect me for who I am. Although I haven't yet started any kind of medical transition, my full time social transition is in full swing.
Josie's Story
Right now I do not look like either gender. If I put on some make up I am seen as a girl. If I let any hair on my face grow out for electrolysis I am seen as a guy.
Kael's Story
I know that if you're trans or if you think you might be, it can be really scary. It can also really be hard when your partner or friend comes out as trans. You're not alone though, there are lots of other people out there who are going through similar things. I'm looking forward to hearing from all of you!
Katherine's Story
I've been asked when all my gender identity issues began and my only answer can be, "I'm not sure." They began before I even knew they existed. Prior to third grade gender identity wasn't an "issue", it was just part of my life.
Tov's Story
I frequently pass as a boy on the streets but other queer people and even some straight people see us as a lesbian couple, assuming I am a butch dyke.
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