What does it feel like to come out as transgender?

Coming out as transgender is a very scary process—particularly when you’re in the uncertainty phase, considering thoughts like whether you’re just experimenting or feel fundamentally at odds with the gender you were assigned at birth. You may have total certainty within, feeling sure of your dysphoria and eager to express it.

Should Older trans people “wait” on coming out?

But for many older trans folks, friends and family simply cannot deal with the seemingly “surprising” change, or need an extended period of time to understand the decision to “wait” on coming out. (Of course, the decision is not terribly deliberate for most.)

What are the risks of coming out as trans?

Then, of course, there are the inevitable “transitions” that all aspects of their lives must undergo: relationships with family, friends, partners and careers become destabilized, and often reinvented as a result. Coming out as trans can feel like a risk no matter what our age.

What does it mean to come out as trans?

Coming out as trans is a very personal decision and different for everyone. Some people choose to come out before they medically or socially transition, and some choose to come out after or during the process. You may choose to come out to different people at different times, or to not come out to some people at all.

How do you tell someone they are transgender in high school?

Tell them that you’ve seen them in the hallway or at lunch or maybe even that they’ve been put in your class. Tell them there’s a rumor going around that they might be transgender or say that they’re out. Tell them that they carry a small rainbow or trans flag with them. Simply say it’s attached to their backpack or it’s a pin on their clothing.

How do you tell someone they are trans in a relationship?

Tell them that they carry a small rainbow or trans flag with them. Simply say it’s attached to their backpack or it’s a pin on their clothing. Use something small because small details can be forgotten easier. Lie and say you’re not sure how to feel about it.

How should I tell my parents I’m Coming out?

You never really know how parents might react to you coming out, and it’s helpful to prepare yourself for a worst case scenario. Assuming you’ve done that, then comes the question of actually coming out. There are a few ways you can do so: you can have an honest conversation and tell them upfront, hand them a letter or even send an e-mail.