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169 - Growing up with a Trans Parent, with Emma Thomas from Children of Transitioners

Gender: A Wider Lens

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Reflections on Growing Up with a Transgender Parent

The chapter delves into the speaker's childhood experiences and observations of having a transgender parent, reflecting on their parent's attitudes towards women, the impact of the transition on their relationship, the discovery of feminist literature, and the concept of autogynephilia. The speaker shares insights on challenges faced, including navigating adult themes as a child and struggling with self-esteem, while also discussing strategies for handling interactions with self-centered individuals and setting boundaries.

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