Dysphoria.

[The Past]

That's true, that's why I wanted to post that here. But I'm a worry wart, so chances are I'm gonna regret posting something so personal.

Even if my family won't be happy with my decision, I don't think they will be flat out against me for it. But if possible, I'd like to start off myself without getting anyone riled up. I am 21, so parental permission isn't an issue. It's more knowing where to go, and how to get there (can't drive).

[Angder]

Surgery is expensive, and difficult, to say nothing of the social issues involved. Make sure you are CERTAIN, before going down that route. it's not something to do on a whim. Evna, you have mentioned that you feel its a trend, make sure you are not just doing it to be part of that trend.

BUT. If you are certain, and it makes you happier to do so. Then I support it all the way. Its an extreme measure but if it's what you want, go for it.

[Goblin Cat 😸]

It's only a trend because people are starting to actually acknowledge trans people. Or because more people feel it's safer to come out now. No trans person puts themself through the strain of being trans for funsies. It's statistically very rare that trans people regret transitioning.

Regardless, I'm glad you could come to terms with things and I wish you  luck. And also always if you need someone to shout at about such issues, my inbox is open.

[Sylvie]

I have a bit of dysphoria about a few aspects of my appearance.
I take hormones and undergo laser hair removal to fix the most obvious things I hate.

[ShemaFirekitten]

Yeah,i guess i have a bit. im not comfortable in my own skin. Everytime i look in the mirror i cringe. People say hey ur skinny, u have the perfect size. It not the curves. I hate it when People say that. I usually try not to look at myself so much. My body has become more painful, im getting more and more tired everyday. My hair a mess, bags under my eyes. And it seems every pic, i look miserable and hopeless. I hate looking at my own appearance but i learn u cant change that. Life filled with mistakes that u cant change. I try to be happy though, and help others

[Cecilia Peromi]

People (my family) tell me I look handsome and sometimes I do see it. However, it doesn't change anything, I still wish I had the body of my dreams... a female's body...

[Rob_Silvermyst]

I myself have issues with my belly. Granted I'm not actually obese and look like a regular average guy with the clothing on. But when the clothes come off, it's like my belly overlaps my waist by a good two inches in the front. Aside from that, having a 'second chin' isn't a very attractive trait to have. Exercise and diet doesn't seem to be really doing much, so I'm looking into finding suppliments like whey powder, coffea canephora and rhodiola rosea to see if it could be an insulin imbalance. I was already screened for diabetes over the past several years and have constantly come up clean of it, but its been noted that I do have higher than normal blood sugar levels.

[Cecilia Peromi]

My family has a bad history of diabetes. As such I have a very good chance that I'll get it myself. It doesn't help that I have a bit of a sweet tooth. I've been extremely lucky so far, but I still worry. I definitely don't want to get diabetes, but at the same time I wish I wasn't so skinny.

[Rob_Silvermyst]

I am lucky I don't have a family history of such. I used to be super skinny, and now I'm semi on the other end of the spectrum. I'd just like to get my body down to an even 200 lbs and get rid of the muffin top belly. I tend to use sweet tasting teas to curb my sweet tooth cravings.

[Blaze]

I can relate with this topic a bit, i never liked how my body is right now, too fat and not muscular at all, i have been trying to make changes and start working that fat off, but when i think that's its going to be a long road to get to where i want to be, i just get depressed which makes me anxious which makes me eat a lot more, and i'm back at square one.

I would do anything to have the body type i want.

[Cecilia Peromi]

If you're willing to do anything then that means you can diet and exercise to get the weight off. It's going to take a while, but as long as you're determined enough, you can do it.

[Blaze]

Yeah, that's what i've been lacking, determination, it's been constantly said to me by family members, i guess i should take your advice Cecilia, thanks for tip.

[Cecilia Peromi]

You're welcome Greyhound. It's always a pleasure.

[Rudy Allen]

To an extend, but here's my view.




I'm physically female, but I'm male. I know this for a fact. Most of my dysphoria is centered around my chest, but I can fix it. Letting myself go into a "Oh my god, my life sucks, I'm a transguy, etc. etc." won't help, I need to be happy. For a long time, I wasn't but I realize I'm me.


I'm unique because of my body, I'm happy in my skin. One day I'll be who I want to be, but until then, I'm fine with my body and my mindset.

Post Merge: December 27, 2015, 03:11:48 AMTo an extend, but here's my view.




I'm physically female, but I'm male. I know this for a fact. Most of my dysphoria is centered around my chest, but I can fix it. Letting myself go into a "Oh my god, my life sucks, I'm a transguy, etc. etc." won't help, I need to be happy. For a long time, I wasn't but I realize I'm me.


I'm unique because of my body, I'm happy in my skin. One day I'll be who I want to be, but until then, I'm fine with my body and my mindset.

[Ohranev]

I've had periods in my life where I've felt really really terrible about how I look. I don't feel that exact same now, but I do want to change some things. Things that are in my control. So as long as I stay determined, I will get what I want (right?)