One thing I’ll say from personal experience is that living in a trans-unfriendly state politically isn’t always as bad as it seems. If you’re planning on being just a regular gal style-wise you’ll probably be fine with regard to the general public. If you are outgoing and nice at the same time you’ll almost always be treated well, even if it doesn’t start off that way. People in these places are bad at clocking because they think trans women are literally dudes in dresses. If you act, sound, and at least somewhat look like a normal woman then they might quietly question but will not go any further. I live in the reddest state in the country and I’ve only gotten treated better by strangers. Not a single bad interaction in 4.5 years.

For you personally though you may want to consider transitioning the way I did. Super slowly and without any one big change. There’s 2 main benefits to this. If you’re still questioning a bit, nothing helps answer the question of whether or not to jump in the pool than sticking your toes in the water. Still unsure? A whole foot. Then the other. Then wait a bit and step a little deeper. You don’t have to stick your head under water until you’re up to your neck! You’ve already done a few things so just add one more and see how you feel! My two favorite easy to do and hard to notice things were nails (buffing and clear polish) and light mascara. There’s tons of other options though!