I'm so glad I found this place. I'm 53 and just admitting? / realizing I can't hide anymore. I've realized I'm trans-female and finally reached out to my doctor about pursuing/finding out about transitioning. I'm terrified and elated and haven't slept in 2 days since taking that step. I have a lot of work to do in my life and with everyone in it over the next few years.
I remember feeling really good after making an appointment with a therapist... the whole process can be frightening, but also exciting. And I think it helps to have people you can talk to about it. So welcome
Thanks Solarcat, I got my referral and made the appointment but its weeks away! I'm hoping I can get my feelings in check and get a good night sleep before then.
Thank you for the welcome. I'm so glad there are places like this and people like you all to help all of us to get through.
Welcome Bri2020! We have almost identical stories. I'm 50 and, like you, only just realised two months ago that I'm trans. I could hardly get any sleep for the 5 days after that revelation. It was, and indeed still is, terrifying and utterly exciting.
