Hi, everyone! Just refer to me as balloonwolf, or Brandy. My birth gender is male; however, I've recently discovered after some time recovering from a horrible relationship, that I might possibly genderfluid with an identity preference towards female. Growing up, I didn't see my parents much, but I enjoyed playing pretend with my siblings, including playing with dolls and an easy-bake oven. In school, I was around female friends more so than male friends--guys can be just jerks in school, I noted. Two years ago, I came out to my parents as bisexual/gay and dated another man for around a year. Things didn't go well, and it ended with both of us scarred/hurt terribly. It was a nice relationship, but, again, it didn't turn out well. A few days ago after I met with a therapist, I had realized I'm more sensitive than the average guys, and I do prefer to be seen in a feminine light. It wasn't brought up in the session, but I want to bring up my gender now as I remember wanting purses and such only a year or so ago. Looking to learn more, I decided to join this forum, and would love some help with identification. I prefer to date women over men, but I still feel as though I could be genderfluid...possibly androgynous or transgender. Help? :icon_sad:
Welcome, Sister Brandy. I'm sorry that you've had such negative experiences. I'm kind of confused by gender as well, and I identify very strongly with all of my family members in the queer community (yes, I see you as my family) who are non-gender conforming or non-binary. You can always write on my wall if you have questions or need a place to vent. In sisterhood, Adrian.
Hello and Welcome to EC!! It's nice to see some other gender non-binary people around here! I'm sorry to hear that coming out to your parents did not go well. I had to deal with a family member that was not ok with me as well. It's really hard.
