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Ep. 149 - Trans Issues are Cis Issues: Challenging the Gender Binary + Connecting Through Differences with Alok Vaid-Menon

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Navigating Emotional Expression in a Restrictive Environment

In this chapter, the speaker reflects on their upbringing in a small Texas town and the contrasting dynamics of emotional repression and creative encouragement experienced at home. They discuss the importance of authenticity, emotional reciprocity, and the empowerment gained from embracing their identity as a queer and trans person. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the challenges of grappling with societal expectations while advocating for genuine emotional connections and understanding within relationships.

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