Published on 12, July, 2020
I think that there are large parallels between the experiences of trans people and autistic people, so I thought it might be good to share some information on some of the problems trans people face and guidance on how to be a good ally.
I know it looks like a lot, but I hope it helps to increase understanding and compassion. If any other trans people who want to add to this, please do.
It blows my mind how awful the anti-trans movement is. My trans friends are some of the loveliest people I know. The media doesn't help not does social media with the spread of misinformation and fear mongering.
I've questioned my gender for years as although I don't identify as trans, I don't really fit into the typical female category that society tells me I should be - if that makes any sense. I always used to say "I'm not a girl, I'm a rock chick" because it was the only way I could really identify with the fact I don't like typically female things but I don't identify as male. I'm rambling I know so I hope this makes sense?
I now identify as non binary for exactly the reasons you describe. I've been enjoying playing with gender expression. There are so many things that girls are "supposed" to be that made me feel cross because I just didn't fit with them.
In future they will be ranked alongside the homophobes of the past. Nowadays you can't find anyone who was a homophobe but up until the 1990's the majority of the country was.
I know what you mean regarding not liking typical 'girl stuff' and questioning gender around that. I consider myself a cis woman almost by default because I don't really have any issues with it and nothing else seems to fit. I did wonder whether I was agender but for me it feels more like I am a woman and I just don't know why other people care more about my own gender than I do. It's just sort of there in the background.