S2E8: Uncovering Gender: Paige Behan on Transition, Intersex, Identity, and Finding Peace

“I wake up every morning since my surgery and think: this is what life was meant to be like for me.” - Paige Behan

At just 27, Paige Behan has already walked a journey of extraordinary courage. Growing up in Dublin, she knew from an early age that something felt different. By 15, she was diagnosed as intersex, and soon after, she began her transition - in a world where understanding, acceptance, and adequate healthcare were often absent.

In this conversation, Paige speaks with John about:

• Growing up intersex and discovering her diagnosis at 15
• What it really feels like to live with gender dysphoria and why it can be life-threatening if unsupported
• Navigating transition as a teenager in Ireland and the fight for healthcare
• The profound relief of undergoing gender reassignment surgery in Germany
• The role of her mother’s unconditional support in her survival
• Facing stigma and transphobia — and why education matters
• How she has learned to stop seeking validation from others and live in peace with herself

Paige’s words are filled with wisdom born of resilience. This is not just a story about gender identity,  it’s about what it means to finally meet yourself, to survive, and to step fully into life.

If you want to better understand gender identity, the intersex experience, or simply what it means to live aligned with who you are, this episode is for you.

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