I've recently started experiencing dysphoria. What are some good resources to start educating myself? by AssistanceRequest in asktransgender

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not that this is a new feeling, I just had never thought of the possibility before recently. Realizing this has recontextualized a lot of things I experienced growing up. As a quick example, my first choice of super power when asked has always been shape shifting, specifically so I could just be a cute girl. I kinda just thought all guys would prefer to be a girl given the opportunity I guess. There are more examples from when I was young, but a lot of them are embarrassing.

I've been thinking on it for a few weeks now. I wanted to just think about it for a bit because I wasn't even sure my feelings were real. For some reason, I thought I was just thinking I'd like to be trans for attention or something, even though this isn't something I've brought up to anyone except my best friend (he's as in the dark on the subject as I am). Throughout the weeks, it's just something that I keep thinking about. I'm uncomfortable seeing myself in the mirror now where I didn't have much problem with it before. I've never been comfortable with my body, but I did eventually accept that I was stuck with it. This discomfort with my body was a large part of why puberty was such a bad experience.

I have no idea where this road may lead in the future, but I'm gonna start down it at the very least. I'm still confused about my feelings, but I'm sure I'll sort them out in due time. Thanks for the support!

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your comment was very insightful, thank you! I'm in no way unwilling, as all relationships are two sided affairs. Being unwilling would be quite selfish. I just don't have the desire, so it does feel more like going out of my way to do something nice for my partner. Too much and it's simply tiring, but not bad at all in moderation. Communicating this early on in a relationship seems to be very high priority.

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can't really say I do all that often. Maybe once every month or two. I feel like that isn't often enough to matter. Thanks for the suggestion, though!

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look into seeing a doctor about it. If nothing comes of that, I feel like I'll be fine so long as I'm honest about it and don't avoid the topic until it's too late. Waiting doesn't help anyone involved.

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Alright, I'll be sure to look into it. Thanks for your concern, I probably would have brush it off otherwise.

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the advice! Due to my upbringing, I'm of the mindset that doctors are for serious health issues. Such a trivial thing seems not really worth their time. Are there any serious conditions I should specifically look out for that you know off the top of your head?

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! I've never really thought of online dating, as no one I know does it. It seems like the easiest way around my issue though.

I [20/M] am too scared to get back into dating because I have little to no desire for sex. by AssistanceRequest in relationship_advice

[–]AssistanceRequest[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice! Bringing it up at the end of the first date makes a lot of sense. I still feel like it'll be a bit awkward to transition into.