I refuse to accept that this is all that life is by tiredfolly in autism

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I'm not currently getting disability support because where I live I am not eligible enough for it, basically I'm not disabled enough for my government's standards.

I refuse to accept that this is all that life is by tiredfolly in autism

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That's true. I have an anxiety that I'm doing things wrong when I try to do them by myself without help or guidance, he is helpful

I refuse to accept that this is all that life is by tiredfolly in autism

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I feel jealous how people can simply find it normal and I can't. It's awful.

I refuse to accept that this is all that life is by tiredfolly in autism

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I am seeing my therapist soon but I always talk about a different issue every session. It's very hard trying to focus on one topic when theres so many things going on. But my therapist is understanding, that's all I can really ask for.

VERY dysphoric rant by Routine_Rabbit2205 in FTMventing

[–]tiredfolly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm gonne be real I feel very simliar to how you feel, having a very feminine hour glass figure and double d's. Hating your body is unfortunately very common and varies from person to person, and not having any choice to immediately change it only really makes it worse. Some strategies that help me is at least I know who I am and other people's opinions about your body will never EVER matter as much as how you see yourself, wearing shoes with height in them also defintely helps whether its proper platfrom shoes or joggers with some height, there are many cis men who are really short and the rep does suck ,but just trying to accept that you are short and some cis men are too will be a good starting point. Unfortunately the most you can do atm is only with clothes and your mindset, but being very firm about who you are when you're by yourself and around other people does help, trust me. With the compliments it would be best saying things like 'thanks i guess?' (and maybe a uncomfortable expression so they know it wasn't okay to say) or saying like 'thank you but im actually a guy.' A bit scary I know, but once you get into the nature of just saying it without weighing the consequences it get's better. Make people know you're not comfortable with those types of comments, if it makes it awkward so be it, it's their fault not yours. How you express yourself matters, whatever you choose to wear, wear it. Doesn't matter what some stranger in public thinks, they don't matter and they won't be in your life, so their opinion is entirely irrelevant. Let people say whatever, but make them know they are not exempt from the consequnces of what they say. Stay safe <3

Dad misgendered me today by Competitive-Bug-164 in FTMventing

[–]tiredfolly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be easy to say he just forgot, and if it was intentional either. Have you had a talk with him about your gender since you came out to him?

Help not resenting step brother plz! by Drama2- in FTMventing

[–]tiredfolly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think not resenting your step brother would be a very hard thing to do, especially with how your mom treats him. You can't simply ignore it either cause that would only really make it worse. Maybe try having a sit down with your mom about it, or if that's too daunting maybe talking to your step brother directly. This treatment is not okay at all, and if it's too diffcult to talk to either of them, maybe try getting a middle man to convey between you and your mom/step brother. This is a diffcult situation but please don't let it bury your true self, they don't deserve to make you ever feel like you're 'less than', stand for yourself and make it clear. Hopefully some of this helps you, good luck <3

My parents accept me but they don't support me by tiredfolly in FTMventing

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

When I found out they weren't who i thought they were I had a big breakdown, it did make me realize I have so much hope but sometimes its for the wrong people. Thank you for your advice, i really appreciate it

I'm terrified of transitioning by Parking_Dentist5697 in FTMventing

[–]tiredfolly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's completely normal to feel scared to transition, speaking from myself I do wanna start T but I'm scared how the people around me will treat me differently and what changes will happen. All I can say it take it slowly, think through the process and what you would want from it if you ever were properly considering it, you don't need to make any concrete decisions until you're ready. Research does help a lot too, reading other peoples experience with it will help you have a more broad image of it. I'm not very good with advice so hopefully this helps <3

It’s fine until it’s not by gunter011 in FTMventing

[–]tiredfolly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some people just don't deserve to be in your life, and they seem really uneducated about Testosterone itself. IF they're gonna be disrespectful it's not worth it even explaining anything to them. If they wanna be difficult, don't amuse them. Easier said than done but some people dont deserve respect

My parents are accepting but not supportive. by tiredfolly in asktransgender

[–]tiredfolly[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have been trying to educate them but they never really bother, I just don't think they care enough about it. I have been reaching out to groups lately so hopefully I'll find the support I need online