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Scenario

When gender transition involves relational mourning

I started testosterone three months ago and I feel like myself for the first time, but my girlfriend says she's grieving the person I used to be.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Personal authenticity through transition can trigger grief responses in loved ones who must recalibrate their attachment to previous gender presentation.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Life transitions as identity events?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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