26. How Do I Know My Gender? With Tuck Woodstock

Many of us never think to question our own gender identity... but should we? And what happens when someone close to us begins that kind of exploration? In this very personal episode, Claire sits down with her eldest child Vera, and trans activist Tuck Woodstock to talk about the world of gender identity. It's been over a year since Vera started to identify as non-binary. While this has been an exciting new journey for Vera, it’s been a learning opportunity for Claire, as she struggles to remember to use Vera’s correct pronouns. Lines are crossed, mistakes are made, and lessons are learned in this vulnerable conversation. This episode’s practice is about exploring your own gender identity and how to support others as they do the same.

 

Resources from the show

• Listen to Tuck’s podcast Gender Reveal.

• Check out GLAD for LGBTQ public policy information and education. 

• Watch the Netflix documentary Disclosure about how queer and trans folks are depicted in film and television. 
• Tuck suggested the following resources because they live in Portland, OR: 
• SMYRC - a resouce center for sexual & gender minority youth in Portland, OR. 
• Outside In - an organization based in Portland, OR that supports homeless youth. They also provide medical and mental health services. 

 

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