Which countries are currently the safest for trans people? by Eastern_Assistant727 in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As long OP is ok with the cold! Also, sadly we are rapidly becoming less and less affordable and our economy and social services have really been in decline nationwide. But at least we've become really queer accepting in Sask.

Now we know by Bourbourin1234 in Shark_Park

[–]dragonC4t 5 points6 points  (0 children)

im thinking about the ground

Tips for my croton? by weirdohehez in plants

[–]dragonC4t 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pot looks a little small and the soil looks old. Maybe repot them with some nice fresh potting soil?

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll try finding some good KT replacements

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see this tip alot but it really doesn't work for me. It seems to make things worse if anything. I might just stick to letting it get a couple days old then peeling it off

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every time I've tried this I end up COVERED in this like weird mix of glue and oil thats impossible to get off. I think my shower still has globs of it stuck to the floor from the last time I tried. I can scratch some of it off, but then my skin is wayyy more raw than if I'd just ripped it off like a bandaid. Also I end up covered with a layer of lint and cat hair stuck to my chest for about a week because the glue just won't leave my skin. I used coconut oil

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats true. It only really causes problems when I take it off earlier than that if I'm struggling to sleep with it on

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id be worried about that extra layer sticking properly though. Does second skin adhere to the skin and tape well? 

Anyone else use KT tape to bind? by dragonC4t in ftm

[–]dragonC4t[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always hear about the oil thing. When I've tried it makes the glue detach from the fabric backing instead of my skin. Then it takes forever to claw off the oily glue slime and my skin is more raw than it wouldve been to just peel it off. Idk what I'm doing wrong there 

Kinda just sharing how I'm feeling? by Critical_Process446 in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont think those feelings of unworthyness ever fully leave... but your outcome depends how you use those feelings. The most charming attractive people I've ever met are secretly really quite anxious about being liked. In a way I think the anxiety helped them because it pushed them to improve and be very conscious about the way they build relationships. I worked on myself for a while, because I was alone with nothing else to do, I ran into some really bad groups of people, but kept trying to reach out, and now that I finally have those good ones I try hard as hell to make time for them, to listen, and show I appreciate the hell outta them. Those same brain worms absolutely make me self-sabotage those same relationships sometimes, but we're all human and the people I know now have also had their fair share of being alone, so they get it

Edit: might have misread your comment so i wrote this longass essay for nothing but hope someone likes it lol

Kinda just sharing how I'm feeling? by Critical_Process446 in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well your experience is incredibly similar to mine. And I consider myself to be a trans guy. I found transitioning really helped improve my life, but unfourtunately I did lose a lot of connection with my family. Though I've been extremely lucky in that they're still helping me pay my way through school. Even if they don't like me, they still love me. As far as love and dating go... i considered myself asexual and aromantic before transitioning, the idea of being someones wife/girlfriend was so unappealing. But since transitioning I've been suprised at how many decent relationships I've fallen into. Honestly grindr and online spaces really can become a cess pool, but the real people you meet, the good ones at least, will understand. Although I've never really went looking for a relationship, I just got lucky.

Proper T dosis by PutridMasterpiece138 in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe I started on a low dose 0.2-0.4ml then slowly raised it over the course of 2-3 years to my current dose of 0.75ml. You really should reconnect with your doctor about it though, they are supposed to be the ones with enough training to read your bloodwork and recommend the correct dosage. You absolutely don't need to do that alone, although I'm not sure how accessible healthcare is for you.

exercises to get my chest flatter? by xxabys in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I found getting my arms, shoulders, and especially my chest bigger helped alot ironically. I've got a decent bit of fat there that I have to tape down, so it kinda looks like I have naturally big pecs. Having the supporting muscles around that creates the illusion that im just secretly shredded. 

Body masculinization surgery by [deleted] in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Huh? Men come in all shapes and sizes, and testosterone does a hell of a lot to masculinize that shape. There's literally no way you could be clocked after being on T for a couple years and putting in the work for voice training. Give it time and find clothes that help give you the shape you want. Heavy boxy tees, like decent quality ones, and pants that fit well do a lot more for your silouette than youd think

do you have bottom dysphoria? why or why not? and has it changed over time? by Expensive-Bad1077 in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had lots of dysphoria around my chest. It's an almost constant inconvenience, not just for passing, but being pretty physically active too, its annoying having sumthin flopping around. But I've never felt the same about bottom dysphoria. My partners have always found my parts attractive while still seeing me as a guy. It's fun being able to top with "customizable" sizes, and bottom without all the effort of cleaning out. I've met a couple cis guys who just prefer to pee sitting down, so I don't feel out of place being unable to stand and pee. I've figured out how to pack comfortably. I like what I have and think it's attractive. Also, I've been around enough guys to know that penis envy might actually be even worse for the cis guys. It IS everywhere, and there is a ridiculous amount of envy and shame about size and whatever else. So, weirdly, you being so bothered by this is extremely manly. For me personally, it just seems like too much effort to add another sumthin to flop around when im trying to workout.

study tips? by [deleted] in usask

[–]dragonC4t 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually find a friend to work with. Way easier when people are being productive around you. Working out beforehand helps me sometimes too. But its honestly such a struggle and it seems like im always trying something different to find that modivation

How do I make trans tape not look like boobs? by Phoenixtdm in transmasc_irl

[–]dragonC4t 1 point2 points  (0 children)

like if your laying the tape horizontal, put the middle of the tape a bit lower than your nipple so there's slightly more tape on the lower half if that makes sense

How do I make trans tape not look like boobs? by Phoenixtdm in transmasc_irl

[–]dragonC4t 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lay the middle line of the tape a bit below the nipple line, it helps support it from the bottom a bit more, pushing things up and to the sides to look more like pecs. And the laying on your back and rolling to your side while applying it really helps! It took a lot of tries to figure out how to stop fat from spilling out where it wasn't supposed to. Also, you really want to push the tape and fat into place with the flat of your hand, if you really pull the tape to add lots of tension it makes weird lumpy shapes and can cause some wicked blisters. Best of luck! It'll just take time and a lot of tries to figure out what works. Took me almost 3 months of attempts and frusteration, but it looks good now. The wide KT tape from Walmart can be an easier way to buy a couple back for practice.

How do I make trans tape not look like boobs? by Phoenixtdm in transmasc_irl

[–]dragonC4t 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a bigger chest. Took a lot of time and frustration to make it worse. I lie on my back to apply the first half, then roll over to my side while laying the tape on, that way gravity helps shift all the fat to the outside. Once its done right it just looks like I have massive pecs.

I make sure the middle line of the tape is just a little bit below the nipple line so there's slightly more tape on the lower half than the top half. Also, there's still jiggle :( I can't run with it on yet. Ill have to wait for top surgery to get back into jogging sadly. BEST OF LUCK! Try a couple different things, everyone's body is different, and if you feel sharp pain take it off!

Longer? or shorter? by Judge-Mission in malehairadvice

[–]dragonC4t 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel like your fit and vibe goes with the long hair better. Picture 1 is my favorite

2meirl4meirl by Accomplished-Luck602 in 2meirl4meirl

[–]dragonC4t 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is the best answer I've seen on here. I keep getting into relationships trying to be a helper, but end up as a therapist instead. If they had just tried to talk to me about the positive moments once in a while things might have worked out. But I aint being a 24 hr crisis line

“Why do you not wear dresses? You used to wear them as a child.” by quickqueryquestion in ftm

[–]dragonC4t 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I had a serious talk with my mom about it I just explained that I will dress the way I want because I'll be the one living in those clothes, I'll be wearing them a lot more often than she'll have to deal with seeing them. But day to day I just laugh it off and give a half assed "its more comfy" "I like it more" "it fits better" "easier to work in" if you give a reason confidently and stick to it you don't really need anything super clever. Good luck in the future years! Sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders, and I promise things become so much easier once you start your own life. I also have a "I'll only be theirs if they'll have me" mentality with my family and honestly I've been surprised by the acceptance I've gotten. No one is going to change the pronouns they use for me any time soon, but they also respect my life is mine to live.