Age is a popular topic around here and I’m occasionally asked…
“Am I too old to crossdress?” or “Am I too old to transition as a transgender woman?”
My response?
NO, of course not!
Whether you are a so-called mature crossdresser – or an older MTF woman beginning her transition – it is NEVER too late to be your true female self.
I believe that the true desires or your heart are meant to be expressed – no matter how long they’ve been buried.
Is it true that your age may have an impact on hormone therapy or surgery? Yes, that’s possible. But a good doctor will guide you on your best and safest options.
The fact remains that you can transition and/or present yourself as a woman at any point in life.
In fact, embracing your feminine side can give you a whole new lease on life…
I see it all the time: People seem to grow years younger when they make the decision to be themselves fully.
Having the courage to express your true self also inspires others to do the same. The world needs more of this!
In the words of Laverne Cox:
“It is revolutionary for any trans person to choose to be seen and visible in a world that tells us we should not exist.”
I’ll say it again: You are NEVER too old to be your true female self.
So, I encourage you to take that next step and do whatever it is that you’ve been holding back on.
You deserve it. And it’s not too late!
Do you agree that age is just a number?
Now I’d love to hear from YOU on this topic…
How old were you when you decided to fully embrace your female self? (Or are you still waiting?)
Let’s continue the conversation in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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For years I suppressed my femininity because back in the 60’s the word transgender had not been created. I met a girl and fell in love and we were happy for 40 years, with only a hint of my feminine side coming out. My wife used to say to me “you’re so sensitive-like a woman!!”. I lost her 3 and a half years ago and in my grief I decided to let my inner woman finally come out. I went to a gender therapist and she told me what I already had suspected -that I was transgender. Now I am 68 and loving my life as a woman. You’re never too old!!!
Michelle,
What a touching story. Thank you for your inspiring courage.
Jane Weston
You look fabulous Michelle !
Thank you all for sharing. Your story is affirmation for me and others.
If you are drawn to affirming your femininity, there are reasons. If you are older like myself, they are likely deeply seated reasons. You are entitled by birthright to be who you are and live your destiny. We all are. Transgender women are blest to have mental and physical professionals available to address our concerns and blest to have Lucille available to share her knowledge, wisdom, and encouragement. The programs that she offers have been very helpful to me. I’m seventy-four and nearly transformed as I desire.
I turned 60 last year. Never wanted to transition but the need to give my girl side space to develop her own personality and interact with others has increased as I’ve got older and I’m finally taking the real life steps to make things happen.
I am 57 now and accepted myself as a trans woman, but still in the closet, I do notice that my wife feels that something is wrong, as for the last vieuw years I am not myself anymore.
To take the step is difficult, I do have still some young kids, 5 and 7 years old, I have spoken to my GP about it and he revered me to the gender clinic here in the Netherlands but there is a waiting list of more then 2.5 years for your intake.
This time is for me to long to wait before I tell the wife so I have to take the step into the unknown and tell her about my true zelf.
Thanks for reading my little post, it´s not quite an answer on the post but just had to vent a bit.
Any advise would always be welcome.
Patricia.
Patricia,
Two years is to long to wait to address your concerns. It is important to know that a compassionate professional will help you to assess your feelings and decide on the best path forward. An on line counselor may be a good option. I have had positive experience with on line sessions. Lucille’s programs are excellent but it is very important to have the direct personal attention that will address your issues and understanding in a personal caring way. You are not alone and you are a unique and valued person.
You are lucky, here in the UK there is a 4 year waiting list for the gic , by the way im 57 and fully out as a trans woman
I kept my secret buried and hidden and it caused all kinds of problems especially on the mental side of things. At 55 I decided no more hiding, it was the best decision I ever made all of my fears unfounded, and the support from family friends and even my employer still amazes me, I try my best to take care of myself but being a trucker has some down sides,
Wow, Tammy! You are beautiful!
You look great Tammy !
I was interested in guys before girls when I was 14, I was the youngest of six, me and 5 older curvy n sexy sisters. They dressed me in girl clothes and treated me like a girl so I followed their example. Always taking care to look sexy. One day a guy friend from school showed up and my sister let him in and showed him to my room. I was dressed in a skirt and blouse and I had pointy b boobs ( iam 42 DD now) and he said I was pretty and kissed me. We talked about sex and when I looked in his eyes and saw his want for me I was always gonna be the woman and take care of my man !!!
I started my transition at 55, I am now 63 and a happy gender queer out and open trans woman. It took a few years to get comfortable with myself, but I made it.. I am who I am..
I feel that age is nothing but a number, with that being said I also feel that it is never late in starting to transition your body. I started a little over 2 1/2 years and I completed my transitioning in 2020 with no regrets. I am satisfied with my results from the surgeons who performed my surgery to complete my venture as a female. I wish anyone good luck if they decide to proceed with the process.
Before I started my journey transitioning from male to female, I have done an extensive year of research to find out in my mind and from the professionals if this was right for me. adding the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure and what I will be losing in the process. What it involves during the process and sticking to it. I wish anyone good luck if they wish to proceed with this procedure.