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Scenario

How to support family members while respecting their autonomy

My teenage nephew came out to me as trans but begged me not to tell his parents and I'm watching him struggle alone while carrying this secret that's eating me alive.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Someone wrestles with the responsibility of supporting a vulnerable loved one while honoring their right to control their own story and timeline.

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 Gender non-conformity across cultures?”

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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