Exploring the Three Stages of Transgender Evolution

Every day thousands of people are searching for any and every tidbit of information on gender dysphoria, from parents with gender-searching kids, family, relatives, and people who are living that experience. I’m a fully transitioned transgender woman who has been involved in LGBTQIA+ advocacy roles for several years now. I’ve met people of all ages and various locations who’ve shared their gender experiences with me. I also follow several Medium writers who are blessedly open and honest about their personal experiences. What I’ve written below is based on my own research and experience. It’s intended as a guide, a reference, something to evoke thought and consideration and to encourage all my gender-searching siblings out there. It’s not intended to be “the final word.” There is much yet unknown about the transgender experience, both medically and psychologically.

Read More