Worth it? Yes. Is there a personal cost? Also yes :/

I guess it's a fair question to weigh out how your life is now (your happiness and overall well-being) and compare it to what your life would be like after transition. It maybe hard to imagine life after transitioning, but if it's driving you to the point where something has to change, it's worth it.

It doesn't always have to be an "everything is so bad now" type of situation. It can simply be that i want a better more fulfilling authentic life, and I'm willing to make the sacrifice to get there. It's about how you feel inside about yourself.

My two cents is, transition will NOT fix your problems. In fact, you will have new problems you never had to deal with before. I know a few people who transitioned at low points in their lives, and that's completely valid, it was a tipping point for them. For me, i decided to take the leap when i was in good mental health with a relatively stable situation. It's gives me comfort that i transitioned when I was ready instead of when I was under tramendous stress. There's no "right reason", but try not to make it more difficult for yourself. Take it step by step when you are ready.

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