I've become more adamant about being a male instead of female. I even have a name, Adam, and during spring break my friends are only going to refer to me as such. I bind almost ever day, and want to cut my hair short. I have gotten offend when called a girl and activly replied positively to my nephew calling me a boy (even if he was joking). I got really dissapointed when I shaved my legs and yearn for a masculine build. Im still young (16) and I need advice on how to determine I'm transgender or not. (I know there isn't a solid way to figure it out) Is it possible to be ftm and bisexual? I have such a strong feeling to be male but my brain screams "Nooo everyone will hate you. You were born female, thats all there is to it." It's driving me insane. :help: :bang:
It sounds like you are in fact transgender. being transgender has no bearing on your sexual orientation, the two are completely un-related ^^ You may find a lot more allies then foes if you do come out as Transgender, as science has advanced and studies done on such a thing, it has become more and more socially accepted. Plus it is better to start younger then older, your first step however should be seeking out a Gender Therapist, if you can't afford one alone, I would talk to your parents about it first, let them know is an honest real thing, not something that should be brushed under the rug. ^^ Gender Therapists for Transgendered, Transsexual and Crossdressers: Psychologists That is a list of Gender Therapists in the States, I love helping younger newer Transgendered individuals, let me know if you have any questions
It actually made me happy to hear someone say it. I am canadian though. My mom is a little crazy when it comes to this because she is christian, though, her favourite saying is "I don't hate the sinner, I hate the sin." I'll come out to my sister before I come out to her, so I can get help with getting the therapist. I've tried to "Bush it under the rug" myself, mostly from fear. Thank you for replying. c:
That's the great thing about Transgender, it isn't a sin, the bible doesn't really touch the subject ^^ My family are also Christian but have supported me 90% of the way lol I brushed this under the rug for most of my life, now that I am out, I regret ever putting under the rug. http://lauras-playground.com/intgender_therapsits.htm#Canada Here's the Canadian listing ^^ I found my Therapist through this site, plus I know it is updated regularly ^^
My mom seems to think it is, but she's also a very loving person, so I should make it out alive. I'm glad they supported you. C: It's always nice to have support. Thank you so, so much. ^u^
She would be hard pressed to find it in the bible lol I think only Cross-dressing is mentioned in Deuteronomy 22:5 where it says men should not wear garments for women, and vice versa... for it shall be met with disapproval by god. But in todays age... well I don't think it is a well known verse, as it's not really frowned upon unless you go to the extremes. But again, you're not cross-dressing are you? ^.- you're just affirming your inner gender! =) there is a big difference from cross-dressing and being transgender =p I would recommend your mother read this: http://community.pflag.org/Document.Doc?id=202 It is a booklet for family and friends of Transgender individuals, to help clear up any questions or doubts they may have ^^
