Hey! I started finding out what being trans actually means about half a year ago, and as I look into it more and more, I am realizing just how much of that stuff relates to me, or sounds like what I want to be, and I really wanna look further into it.

I was wondering what are some good resources, stories of trans people or other possible signs, that would help me answer my question.

My main issue is that I do not like my body. I always thought it was because I am fat, but now that it could be something else, I have no idea where to look and see which one it is, which is something that has really been bothering me lately. I also don’t like quite a few aspects of “male” society, but again, that could just be normal.

I just want to know who I am, I wanna be able to question myself and find out things about myself I would’ve not found on my own

Please don’t reply with “you are trans” or “you aren’t trans”, I want the only person that answers that question to be myself.

I’d just appreciate some help, some resources, something to read up on to find out what’s wrong with me

  • ‘Leigh 🏳️‍⚧️
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    1 year ago

    Hello! I think the book “Trans Bodies, Trans Selves” is a great starting point, it collects a lot of info in one place and will probably give you a better sense of the trans community and the breadth of our experiences. (If you can’t afford a copy, there’s a pdf of it on Internet Archive.)

    You are 100% right that you’re the only one that can answer these questions for you. No matter whether you’re ultimately trans or cis, good luck finding your path to self-acceptance and joy. 💜

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      1 year ago

      Also check out transreads.org, really great site. I will also say I was recommended the book Whipping Girl and found it offered some useful, I don’t know if perspective is the right word but close enough.