When it comes to expressing your gender identity, navigating labels can be tricky. For those identifying as transgender or non-binary, finding the right words is essential.
Obviously, it’s important for people to use language that respects and reflects your identity. Outdated or offensive terms can be hurtful.
However, it’s important to remember that you’re more than just a label!
Ultimately, what matters most is how you personally want to be addressed, regardless of where you fall on the gender spectrum.
So, let’s talk about it!
Do you have a particular term or label that resonates with you – such as crossdresser, transgender woman, non-binary person, or something else?
I’m eager to hear your thoughts, so let’s continue the conversation in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
most of my family call me IT , but everybody else who dont know me i ever was a transgender , and my voice is also not really the past me anymore so i am happy i dont hear myself talk anymore so hey i am the woman who was born that way warme hugs and kisses , for you all
Hi Lucille – If I had to choose, it would be “crossdresser” as I see that as short and simple. It’s been hard to explain to others what it is that I so enjoy enjoy spending time as Christine. For me, it’s the whole experience – choosing what to wear, getting dressed and made-up, then spending time as Christine, letting her experience whatever she wants to (within reason). It just feels so right and I so enjoy my Christine time, even if I don’t venture outdoors.
I feel 100% female but if people ask l say transsexual mtf. I will have the srs operation within a year and then be completely female and never look back.
Hi Michelle – just a few words to wish you well and hope that much happiness comes your way. I can’t imagine how you must feel as you embark on a journey lots of us would love to – take care and best wishes, Christine x
transgender woman
And a pretty one to.
Ty Daphne
Today I would consider myself a crossdresser. If it was when I was very young I might have been considered trangendered. As a young boy around 3 years old I wanted a doll to play with like my 2 older sisters had. That was not considered a masculine trait. Initially, my parents ignored my request hoping it would just go away. I continued and they relented but they added some restrictions. I could not take my doll away from home, I could only play indoors, and if anyone came to visit, the doll would be put away until the guests left. I was to never be photographed holding the doll. My Mother was also a Brownie troupe leader. I wanted to attend those meetings because they were at my home but that was not allowed. In time I started school and the doll disappeared. I was an original latch key child. I got home at least an hour before my sisters arrived from school. I started exploring a fascination with my Mother’s underwear/lingerie, stockings, and high heels. I never got caught but I wonder if my Mother knew but did not want to confront the issue. A few times when I misbehaved my Mother would punish me making me wear a pair of my sister’s panties. I pretended to hate it but really did not mind at all. Crossdressing continued until college and I quit for those 4 years. I started and stopped many times as an adult. I only dress in lingerie and pantyhose. I don’t believe I could ever pass out in the real world so I have never indulged in make-up or women’s dresses. I enjoy it during the week nights and weekends. If I had had understanding parents I might have been willing to live as a girl full-time. I might have opted for surgery to complete the transition. That’s the past and I am now too old to pursue my feelings. I am content but I also think I might have been a fantastic woman. Now they are just dreams and fantasies.
I’m transsexual inside but unable to transition, I’ve become a more feminine person. I’m not sure how I would label myself or even if a label is a good thing.
Thanks Lucille for all the wonderful information and messages!
Jene
Same here… I think. My, this is confusing! What does one label oneself if one’s transexual but cannot do much about it?
I’m feminine inclined. 🙂
How about when you are reclined? LOL just kidding. 🙂
Hi all.
I would consider myself as transgender, as mentally I am female but for the purpose of saving face for my family I have to fill a male roll as well. all time possible I dress and present myself to the public as my true self.
chromosome’s gave me the wrong body. My wife and a few friends know about Sharon.