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There Is Way Too Little Genderfluid Information Online

Discussion in 'Gender Identity and Expression' started by Snidi, Nov 4, 2016.

  1. Snidi

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    Hi all,

    I would love if a 'Genderfluid Guide to Life' existed. For both AMAB's and AFAB's (because I'm sure different rules apply.

    There needs to be more guidance out there for genderfluid people.

    1) How do genderfluid people cope?
    2) What do genderfluid people do for relationships?
    3) How do genderfluid people handle their sex drive?
    4) What do genderfluid do to prevent depression?
    5) How do genderfluid people come out to family and friends?
    6) What are good jobs for genderfluid people?
     
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  2. DAFriend

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    I hear you, it would be handy but, those things vary from person to person.

    My answers:
    1. I deal with it PERIOD. I am who I am and I don't care what anyone else thinks I am, I know better.
    2. I date or hook up with whomever attracts me and, is willing, same as anyone else.
    3. Again same as anyone else, find a partner or D.I.Y.
    4. Depression is not a gender related issue, anyone can have it or not have it. Personally I don't.
    5. I told them how it was and left it ot them to accept me as is or not - they didn't, I cut them off.
    6. Any job you want, gender is not a qualification for most jobs (except maybe exotic dancer and escort, depending on the business and what gender they want.)

    Right now, the better jobs are those that tend to hire mostly younger people because attitudes are changing and, younger people today are more likely to be accepting, or at least ignore it than older people. That will change as the current 18-30 year olds age and, more of the next generation is taught to be accepting.
     
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    1, I cope by changing my presentation as much as I am able to match the way I feel that day, in addition to regular mental health coping skills and support from my friends and partner.
    2, I've been in a steady relationship for 6.5 years and counting, and have only been out about being genderfluid for a couple years, so I was grandfathered in. However, she really loves my fluidity and thinks it's great to have all sides of me, so I'd probably have gotten to keep her even if I came out sooner.
    3, Sometimes, if it's low, I have less sex than usual. If it's high, I have more sex than usual. Sex changes in exact definition depending on how I feel. Sometimes I want to be more dominant, and sometimes I don't. In short, I deal with it as things change. In short, just like anyone else.
    4, Prevent depression? HAHAHAHA, that's hilar-.... You weren't joking? Oh. I don't prevent depression, I just take my antidepressants and participate in my therapy and work hard so I can survive it when it comes.
    5, I came out to my family by telling them I was genderfluid, and then when I realized a few days later that they had no idea what that means, explaining what I meant by that. No one in my family was surprised, but my mom was really hurt when I explained that means I'm not a girl. I came out to my friends by talking about how much things were changing in my life, and they asked what pronouns I wanted to be known as. My partner was the first to know I'm genderfluid, because I came out to her the same way I came out to myself, accidentally, while voicing raw feelings out loud.
    6, I don't know about for any other fluid person but myself, but I want to be an engineer, or maybe an industrial designer in a small consumer products firm. I like furniture design and woodworking, so a boutique style heirloom quality place would be great. However, I'd also like something along the line of IKEA flat-pack furniture.
     
  4. EstoraIsSoQueer

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    I agree with you! there is not enough Gender Fluid guidence in this world.
    1. I cope by understanding how I'm feeling, and representing it through the way I present myself. If I am feeling masculine, just a little thing like buying boxers is a world of difference.
    2. I don't really know. I haven't been in a relationship yet!
    3. Also, don't know. I haven't experienced a sexual relationship.
    4. I personally don't have depression, as I don't believe it is gender related. If you do have depression, Talk to an expert or your family to help you.
    5. My coming out experience was really different from a lot of people. I had always grown up in an LGBTQ+ positive family so I was comfortable talking about it. Of course, the term Gender Fluid did cause some confusion, but an explanation can go a long way.
    5. I think a good job for gender fluid people demands the person. I f you are comfortable being out to people and explain it, then an office job could suit you. If you are shy around the subject, working from home or working in an LGBTQ+ positive space would also be good! Always do what you feel will have the best possible outcome.
     
  5. Irisviel

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    There are plenty of resources for crossdressers, though. I'd look there, regardless what your opinion is towards labels and such. However, that's a big chunk of help available right there for you. Especially that a lot of crossdressers do feel connected to the enacted gender, so I wouldn't be affraid to seek support there.
     
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    I don't know much about the subtle differences between genderfluid people and crossdressers, though largely I know that a number of cross dressers are completely satisfied in their birth gender, while gender fluid people have probably contemplated changing genders more and have probably faced more daily fluctuation, which adds a whole other layer to it.

    I imagine both crossdressers and genderfluid people have had trouble finding an accommodating partner, especially those who are straight.

    So there are some differences here. But resources coping with either would be of help.
     
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    well, Ive seen stories of people who actually function in a fluid setting with their crossdressing partner. All O wanted to point out was that at their core, most of the problems you listed the crossdressing folks have already figured out and they have quite a selection of online spaces and youtube channels for you to seek advice. If it's practical and not identity help you need, the practical part is not going to be much different in principle.
     
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    Any leads on best resources? :slight_smile:

    I've had thoughts of changing my gender, but at the end of the day I really don't want to...