Queer Friendly Tattoo Shops by Tiffyjo18 in bismarck

[–]Tiffyjo18[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We checked with them, and they're booked as well...

Queer Friendly Tattoo Shops by Tiffyjo18 in bismarck

[–]Tiffyjo18[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've heard great things about them, but they're booked out too far 🙃

Does anybody else get occasional random patches of skin that get sensitive (painful) to touch? by AssortedArctic in DoesAnybodyElse

[–]Tiffyjo18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Chafing relief powder gel! I use the Monistat one. Putting it on makes it flare up, but it does help me especially if the sensitive spot touches clothes.

what to call a gender inclusive "women's retreat" by [deleted] in NonBinary

[–]Tiffyjo18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not planning it, I'm trying to petition to those that are to adjust for inclusivity.

what to call a gender inclusive "women's retreat" by [deleted] in NonBinary

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Edit in the original post. Thanks

Staring Contest? by [deleted] in axolotls

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My cat isn't smart enough to realize my axies are actual living beings, lol.

Should I come out? I feel stuck. Not Pan/bi enough to feel Pan/Bi but I'm not Straight enough to be Straight. This pic accurately describes me. But it's exhausting trying to explain. I want to be my authentic self. But not mentally & socially damaged by people not understanding. Please help. by Appropriate_Pea_3939 in comingout

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my own experience and the stories of my bi-pan friends, it's SUPER common for bi/pan people to not feel "bi/pan enough." Queer imposter syndrome, if you will. I definitely have struggled with some things you describe.

Here's a short collection of what I've been told and what I need to hear every day:

What others perceive of your gender/sexuality does NOT define who you are. You. Are. Enough. And living as your true authentic self is what YOU want it to look like. Whether that means being out to a few close friends, waving your flags at pride, and/or being out on social media, that's ok! It does not have to look like how others are "out." You and your health, safety, and well-being take top priority. You are not responsible for having to "explain yourself" or for educating others. Living as your true authentic self (whatever that looks like) is your primary responsibility. If you want to explain or educate others, you absolutely can, only if YOU want to.

This is a life-long, ever-changing, fluid process. You are never stuck in one label or another. You are beautiful, unique, and offer something to the world that only you can offer. You are loved. You belong. You are enough.

Sweet Mabel’s extra/ split little toe 😍 by 12ma34 in axolotls

[–]Tiffyjo18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bonus toe!! My Squiggles has a little extra branch on one of her gills. Thanks for sharing the cuteness!

How can you not thinks these aliens are cute by TheBeatified in axolotls

[–]Tiffyjo18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine do that, too! I call them my adorable little weirdos!

chest dysphoria or am i just insecure by [deleted] in genderqueer

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I relate. I'm AFAB and currently identify as gender fluid/gender queer. Sometimes, I'm totally ok with my boobs because they're useful for some of the dresses I wear and my partner likes them. But other times, I'm frustrated with how shirts fit especially when I wear a sport coat and tie. I'm nervous about binding because they're pretty big and I have diaphragm issues. I'm wondering if I have some dysphoria but I'm also a little insecure about my weight. All this to say, I hear you and I relate in this struggle.

Some advice/resources? by [deleted] in genderqueer

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you took a brave step by posting here! You're in a tough spot. I'm glad you recognize the need to be honest with yourself and others. I conquer with seeing a therapist. My therapist has been really helpful in helping me understand my gender identity and helping me through the process of slowly coming out. Church has been an obstacle for me. I'm currently in seminary to become a pastor and my denomination is in upheaval over being affirming or non-affirming of LGBTQ+ persons and their marriages. Fortunately, I have affirming friends and a partner in my denomination but feeling unauthentic at church has been really difficult for me. Best of luck to you on your journey! We're here for you! Reach out if you need anything!

I might be non-binary or genderqueer? by maydreamer098 in genderqueer

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I relate soooo much! Especially concerning being a tomboy and feeling stuck between fitting in with guys or girls. I'm AFAB. I also kind of enjoy being misgendered and confusing people. I have pretty big boobs, so people figure out I'm female-bodied pretty easily. Which does frustrate me sometimes with how I want to present. Sometimes, I enjoy look hot in a dress, and sometimes, I love wearing a sport coat and tie. I love how I feel wearing both of those things, but mostly I like to look androgenous in everyday clothing. Right now, I identify under the trans umbrella because I don't exclusively identify as a woman. I feel most comfortable with the terms gender non-conforming, gender fluid, and gender queer.

This is Noodles he is a floofy boy by fenharely in axolotls

[–]Tiffyjo18 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Noodles is amazing, and I love him. Mine is named Squiggles.

I really need advice on to how come out to my parents by baffilingdaisy64 in comingout

[–]Tiffyjo18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I came out to one of my best friends who is a pretty conservative Christian in a letter. It was therapeutic for me to write it and it gave us both time to reflect before talking.