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When authentic self-expression comes with social costs

I'm transgender and every time I update my photos to match how I look now, I lose followers and it makes me question if I should keep transitioning publicly.

Juana
Online
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You're facing the painful reality that being true to yourself may mean losing community and support.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Digital identity and curated self?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.