EP27: Coming Out Late AND Trans!

Apr 4, 2022

Holly and JJ, transgender and the challenges of navigating relationships and gender reassignment. The importance of a supportive environment for transgender children. Understanding terms that represent gender identity. Holly's experience of coming out as transgender at age 50. Encouragement to be open to possibilities when it comes to sexuality. The joy of transitioning and being accepted. Advice for coming out: embrace your authentic self. Importance of medical support for transition journey.

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Introduction

00:00 • 5min

Upcoming Retreats, Support Groups, and Membership Community

05:16 • 2min

JJ and Holly: Sharing Their Transgender Experiences

07:42 • 6min

Early Realization of Gender Identity

13:27 • 3min

Exploring Gender Identity in Young Children

16:11 • 16min

First Love and Dressing Up

32:17 • 4min

Exploring Terminology and Cross-Dressing in Relation to Gender Identity

36:44 • 3min

Late Coming Out and the Power of Self-Discovery

39:28 • 10min

Coming Out to Family

49:06 • 13min

Finding a Therapist and Obtaining a Letter

01:01:48 • 7min

Gender Reassignment Surgery and Complications

01:09:00 • 13min

Exploring Sexual Orientation and Attraction After Transitioning

01:22:28 • 20min

Robin talks with Holly and JJ about what it means to be transgender, the challenges of navigating relationships and gender reassignment, and why being honest with yourself and embracing who you are should always come first.

In this episode, you will learn…

Holly’s experience of feeling like a prisoner in her body and what it means to be transgender
The importance of a supportive and accepting environment for transgender children
Being in a double-closet and underdressing to alleviate pain of gender dysphoria
Understanding which terms represent gender identity
Holly’s heterosexual relationships and feeling like an imposter
What it was like for Holly to finally come out as transgender at age 50
Gender reassignment and gender affirmation surgeries
Reflecting on coming out: Don’t worry about the reaction of others, fear manifests in many ways, don’t try to hide it because it’s not going to change
Encouragement to be open to possibilities when it comes to your sexuality
The joy of transitioning and being accepted for who you truly are
The importance of being upfront about your identity after you come out
Advice for those worried about coming out to lean into your authentic self
Everybody’s body is different, medical support is crucial for your transition journey

Links to resources:

JJ (Jessica Jarrard), Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Owner of Rainbow Counseling & Consultation, a group private practice serving the LGBTQ community. www.rainbowcounselingservices.com

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