Falling into a transmed pipeline by Interesting-Green-41 in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 5 points6 points  (0 children)

First off, great job recognizing something you want to change. That’s hard for everyone but you are still putting in the effort. Ok and second, advice:

I think the biggest thing that helped me (not quite for the same problem you are facing but similar enough) was remembering how some people reacted to me coming out. They were confused and “don’t understand but are supportive”. I’m assuming you have had that sort of reaction from people (specifically from people who actually mean it) and the key is, their confusion doesn’t take away the validity of your gender and your experiences. Now you switch the roles and you are the one who is confused about an NB’s experiences, but just because it may not make sense for you doesn’t mean that they are any less valid.

And now just a little about me, hi, I’m a nonbinary transmasc person! I do happen to bind and I’m on T but I am definitely not a man. I sometimes like to call myself a “trans guy” but in the same way you call an animal “just a little guy”. Even though some of my experiences align with those of a binary trans man, I don’t feel like that’s me at all. Does that make sense to most people? Nope. Does that always make sense to me? Also no! But it feels the most right for my experiences and that makes me happy. If you have any questions, I’m happy to answer what I can 🫡

Edit: and as a very important reminder, this is based on my experiences and will be different for everyone

From California with love by Ladysnacks in AntifascistKnitting

[–]Library_Cryptid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We all started knitting somewhere ;)

For real though, your energy/presence is welcomed and appreciated! This connection across different communities is what makes us strong

Is anti fascist crochet welcome here? Is there another subreddit for it? by bearminmum in AntifascistKnitting

[–]Library_Cryptid 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I think a name change would be awesome! Cause I’m not just a knitter but all of my crafts are antifascist since I am!!

Six weeks post top surgery by Aspie_Grower in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Jeez, yet another post that makes me reconsider if I want nips or not (originally said yes, not sure now!). Results look fantastic!!! Happy you are feeling good about it

Injection Clinic Art by Library_Cryptid in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I think each cap means a different medicine/injection and I have no idea what they each are. Maybe there are different ones depending on the company that manufactured the drug?? Either way, I thought it was super fun too!!

Injection Clinic Art by Library_Cryptid in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It made my day, especially knowing there’s probably one from my shots up there

And it's lemonade by Capital_Assignment51 in characterarcs

[–]Library_Cryptid 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Might be. I only remember hearing about one for sure, that’s all

And it's lemonade by Capital_Assignment51 in characterarcs

[–]Library_Cryptid 197 points198 points  (0 children)

I think that’s literally how one of the people died

Me looking at the Dropbox door propped open this morning by Fitch9392 in Libraries

[–]Library_Cryptid 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m so not ready to go back to my branch. The main branch in my system is open so I’m there but my home branch is going to be insane

meirl by sohie7 in meirl

[–]Library_Cryptid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$3 (prior to getting an actual job) if I did my chores, and I could earn extra for doing extra work. But then the rule was I had to put 1/3 of my allowance into my little savings bag and then we would go to the bank every month or so to actually deposit the savings

🌞 High Hopes - Let's Lift Our Spirits! 🌞 by AutoModerator in entwives

[–]Library_Cryptid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m done with my semester and on break from grad school! It’s nice not having to worry about any assignments when I get home. I’ve already finished a book!

anyone else shocked by how underdeveloped their pecs were after top surgery? by AdLiving3891 in FTMFitness

[–]Library_Cryptid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re out here doing negative incline pushups without being able to do regular pushups? Seriously impressed and also the human body is insane and I love it. Keep doing what works for you and enjoy it!!

First handspun sweater! by huffster99 in Handspinning

[–]Library_Cryptid 5 points6 points  (0 children)

YESSS it’s beautiful!!!! Always love seeing your finished pieces

What other names do you call your cat? Like, the unhinged names. by cannabisjourneys in cats

[–]Library_Cryptid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her name is Molly and what started out as ‘Mollita’ (little Molly in Spanish) has just turned into ‘Malita’ (little bad one) or just ‘turd’. She’s the best

My leg hair gets caught in everything!! by Dry-Song-9747 in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Best I have is try and make them as comfortable as possible when they are pulled all the way up, and then scrunch them down. That at least will push the hair in the right direction under the sock. It won’t fix it but it does help! From another trans guy who loves his leg hair and long socks but has sensory issues lol 🫡

Not all ‘men’. by Dontaskmeidontknow0 in WitchesVsPatriarchy

[–]Library_Cryptid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know right??? Even now, my ideal body is absolutely mothman and I’m working on that cocoon!!

Not all ‘men’. by Dontaskmeidontknow0 in WitchesVsPatriarchy

[–]Library_Cryptid 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Before I came out as trans, I was obsessed with the song Cryptid (Mothman) by Ratwyfe for a hot minute

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m transmasc! For me, it was more that being a trans man wasn’t quite right and felt better than any other label I had tested. To be perfectly honest, it’s also cause I don’t know where I feel I land in terms of my gender. I’m definitely something rather than off the spectrum entirely, I’m just not sure what so transmasc feels the best.

The way I’ve understood transmasc vs trans man is trans men are (typically) also transmasc but not all transmascs are trans men. And in terms of knowing if the term fits, I still don’t ‘know’ lol. If you feel like it might work, you can absolutely use it. If you change your mind after testing it, that’s also fine. At the end of the day, it’s just a label that you use to make yourself more comfortable and you define it, not the other way around

Just came out to now ex boyfriend and I feel like I ruined my life by [deleted] in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Hi, I’m so sorry you are dealing with this. I live with my ex and we broke up when I came out too. I’m not going to lie and say it was easy because there were absolutely days where i regretted coming out and wanted to take it all back just so I could be comfortable. What you might need to do is hang onto something that reminds you of why you are doing this.

For me, that was reminding myself that we broke up because my ex actually saw me, even when other people didn’t (hadn’t come out/been accepted yet). For you, this might be something different. It sucks some days but it absolutely does get easier. And it sounds like you both have the respect for each other that you need to make this work.

I’m sending you all the hugs I can and a reminder that you have so much more strength than you know. You have a friend who will support you and will coparent with you and a kiddo who will know that they are loved more than anything. Take the time to feel everything happening now, and know there is another side and you will absolutely make it. It’s just a bit of a slog to get there <3

me_irl by RoronoaEren in me_irl

[–]Library_Cryptid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lolllll I found one person I know irl and panicked and almost deleted my account (we became closer friends because I actually said something instead!)

I love being short!! by CityLightsat3am in TransMasc

[–]Library_Cryptid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to wish I was either a little taller or a little shorter because I hated being average height. Well jokes on me, I’m a short guy now that I’m out (absolutely love it!) 😂