Emerson Jordan-Wood discusses transitioning gender identities, struggles with ADHD, and barriers in accessing transition resources. They share their experiences with gender dysphoria and body disconnect, as well as navigating the medical system. The podcast explores the acceptance of one's authentic self, experiences of gender privilege and discrimination, and the impact of gender identity on interactions at work. It also delves into the importance of self-acceptance and managing emotions while taking testosterone.
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Barriers in Gender Transition Process
Emerson shares the complex legal and medical barriers faced during their gender transition across different states.
These hurdles include confusing paperwork and inconsistent requirements, causing executive function challenges.
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Gender Dysphoria and Top Surgery Relief
Emerson describes feeling gender dysphoria especially related to their chest and the relief after top surgery.
Surgery brought immense happiness, making them wish they had done it sooner, despite initial doubts.
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Personalize Your Transition Journey
Use labels and language as tools to explore and understand your gender and sexuality.
Remember your transition is unique; do only what feels right for you and your happiness.
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In this episode, Emerson Jordan-Wood joins Eric–in person at ADHD reWired HQ–on the podcast! Emerson is a 27-year-old queer, non-binary, trans human. They are originally from Illinois, but have lived brief stints in Iowa, Texas, and most recently Minnesota! They studied civil engineering at The University of Iowa currently work in non-profit construction. Emerson was diagnosed with ADHD in 2021, and self-diagnosed with autism in 2022! They're also an active Alumni member of ADHD reWired’s coaching and accountability groups! In this episode, you’ll hear experiences, struggles, and discussions about: “Transitions are hard” and transitioning gender identities The overlap of ADHD, different means of transitionings, and barriers to access Hoops, hurdles, and executive function nightmares Experiencing gender dysphoria and body disconnect Navigating the medical system and knowing your options “This feels like me.” “Your transition is your transition and it doesn’t have to be based on anybody else’s.” Masking gender, masking as a neurotypical person, then unmaking gender identity Acceptance, freedom, and fully being your authentic self in the world “I was doing what I thought I ‘should’ be doing.” Different perceptions of gender, how people respond and interact with those perceptions, and fitting in Experiencing gender privilege and gender discrimination in the workplace Understanding pros, cons, patterns, and social cues between the gender roles Being misgendered, coming to terms with your identity and doing the work towards acceptance Navigating and learning how to process irritability, anger, frustration, and general emotional dysregulation Struggling with task initiation, living in a constant state of flight, and not “panicking” through life From TikTok to the doctor Feelings of being unprepared, social expectations, and navigating new environments Social cues, dynamics in conversations, and autism The helpfulness of labels and language to describe different struggles to take action and better communicate 🌟 Interested in group coaching and want to take your ADHD management to the next level? Go to coachingrewired.com to get all the up-to-date information on how to join our award-winning online coaching and accountability groups! 🌟 Interested in 1-on-1 coaching? Learn more and get in touch with Dana Crews at www.adhdrewired.com/coach-dana-crews 🌟 Check out the newest podcast on the ADHD reWired Podcast Network :: The ADHD Creatives Podcast with Kristin Marts, LCSW @ theadhdcreativespodcast.com 🎙️ 🎧
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