That's a bit of an interesting question in itself. Would trans exist if society allowed for a broader spectrum of expression and being?KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Snip
That's a bit of an interesting question in itself. Would trans exist if society allowed for a broader spectrum of expression and being?KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Snip
That's a fantastic question, but I don't think I have a definitive answer for it. To my mind I think trans would to some extent, as I have have transitioned quite a bit physically. Not everyone is comfortable with the way their body is, and not every trans person is uncomfortable with their body. I think many people would transition still, and there would probably be the same classifications that we have in the trans spectrum. But at the very least there would be a lot less trouble with people being themselves.Dark Knifer said:That's a bit of an interesting question in itself. Would trans exist if society allowed for a broader spectrum of expression and being?KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Snip
Most of us still fall predominantly under the blue, pink, white, pink and blue, though. Well, I'm genderqueer, but the prominent transgender pride flag appeals to me more. It's a pretty flag, I also find the philosophy of it positive. The central premise of however it is held, it's always correct ... free of doubt and lacking the means to display distress as there is no upside down means to display of it. So it's a pretty potent symbol if worn. Given that it's a statement of being both out, and correct in their self image and their expression. That's also a thing to note, that whilst a lot of people fall as 'trans', they can be worlds apart. Humans are (rightfully) chaotic.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:It is really quite interesting because not everyone is the same within the broader sphere of transgender as a whole, the unfortunate part is that it can become maddeningly complicated. Some times the body isn't the problem, it's just the limit society has on ways people express them self as the gender the identify with versus the one they're born. Sometimes it's a full mind and body problem that is so extensive it requires every method of transition available. We're all individuals trans or not. So if you're not satisfied entirely, or just want some more views on the subject I'm happy to help too.Dark Knifer said:I dunno if I will get the chance to read that, but I'm definitely considering it. Your point about body and mind I find the most interesting because that's the point I had the most confusion about. I know very few trans people in real life so my main source of what the experience is like is through the internet and many had told me the body is not important, it's the mind.PaulH said:snip
To me this issue included both body and mind and that's what had me confused. I'm going to do further research but I will say that what you wrote has been some of the most informative thoughts on the subject.
I'll be sure to send you messages in future if I want some clarification.
A lot of terms also cover a surprising amount overlap, in it's own way it can be amazingly inclusive even if you look at people who are cis. By that I mean most cisgender people have, to some extent, a kind of personal gender fluidity, at least in my experience, they may not identify as any type of trans, but I've never really met anyone who strictly followed all the social concepts of their birth gender. I also find that transgenderism for all it's flaws and mistreatment is also very liberating, as trans I'm free to define my self. IPaulH said:Most of us still fall predominantly under the blue, pink, white, pink and blue, though. Well, I'm genderqueer, but the prominent transgender pride flag appeals to me more. It's a pretty flag, I also find the philosophy of it positive. The central premise of however it is held, it's always correct ... free of doubt and lacking the means to display distress as there is no upside down means to display of it. So it's a pretty potent symbol if worn. Given that it's a statement of being both out, and correct in their self image and their expression. That's also a thing to note, that whilst a lot of people fall as 'trans', they can be worlds apart. Humans are (rightfully) chaotic.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:It is really quite interesting because not everyone is the same within the broader sphere of transgender as a whole, the unfortunate part is that it can become maddeningly complicated. Some times the body isn't the problem, it's just the limit society has on ways people express them self as the gender the identify with versus the one they're born. Sometimes it's a full mind and body problem that is so extensive it requires every method of transition available. We're all individuals trans or not. So if you're not satisfied entirely, or just want some more views on the subject I'm happy to help too.Dark Knifer said:snipPaulH said:snip
That being said, some people don't mind being grouped trans if they are genderqueer. I personally prefer it -- aesthetics of the flag aside. Regardless it's a pretty impressive collection of identities and they all have different philosophical bases they represent. But, yeah ... as Kyuubi puts it it is pretty large... but all of them correspond to a philosophical premise within existential identification of self. Though the reason why there is a large number of popularised flags concerning gender is primarily due to a whole lot of people hold different opinions of self.
It's like philosophy, only with colours and lack thereof.
But yeah, bit confusing.
That's sort of the point? It doesn't necessarily exclude any one group. I can see the advantage of using LGBT in the media or in front of other audiences so they know the range of things you're talking about, I just think GSM is a term that can be used more internally as not to leave people out. The only criticism I can see is that certain groups who are into illegal sexual activity might try to adopt it as well, but no one really takes those groups seriously as it is. They could easily start affixing their own letters to "LGBT" just as easily.thaluikhain said:Ah, but who does GSM actually refer to? If you say "LGBT", that's at least 4 groups (with overlap). GSM can be as wide or as narrow as you want it to be.
As someone who is a panromantic asexual, I'm not sure if I like the idea of being grouped in as "queer". As far as I know, pansexuality and asexuality are both as legitimate classifications as LGB. It is a matter of sweating the nomenclature, but it can send the message that these others aren't real even by LGBT standards. There's usually also a letter for "Questioning", meaning the acronym starts to grow to LGBTQQIAP, and that starts to become unwieldy, and it still isn't really covering everyone that could be covered.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Some people have taken to using LGBTIQ anymore and that covers Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer. It's a bit weird but as it is there it actually makes the best catchall I've seen so far, as the final part, Queer covers everyone who doesn't fall in to other listed groups. Still I don't really approve of it much as a lump term because it's also supposed to cover the whole community it's supposed to fit, and we're anything but unified. I've actually encountered more gay men and lesbian women who are less accepting of trans than most other people I end up getting outed to. Also as far as bisexual and other sexuality groups, too many gay and lesbian people have given me the line of; "you're either gay, straight, or lying." So I have mixed feelings on the whole thing.
Actually you make some really good points. I kinda hope GSM does catch on, it's really quite easy to work with.hentropy said:That's sort of the point? It doesn't necessarily exclude any one group. I can see the advantage of using LGBT in the media or in front of other audiences so they know the range of things you're talking about, I just think GSM is a term that can be used more internally as not to leave people out. The only criticism I can see is that certain groups who are into illegal sexual activity might try to adopt it as well, but no one really takes those groups seriously as it is. They could easily start affixing their own letters to "LGBT" just as easily.thaluikhain said:Ah, but who does GSM actually refer to? If you say "LGBT", that's at least 4 groups (with overlap). GSM can be as wide or as narrow as you want it to be.
As someone who is a panromantic asexual, I'm not sure if I like the idea of being grouped in as "queer". As far as I know, pansexuality and asexuality are both as legitimate classifications as LGB. It is a matter of sweating the nomenclature, but it can send the message that these others aren't real even by LGBT standards. There's usually also a letter for "Questioning", meaning the acronym starts to grow to LGBTQQIAP, and that starts to become unwieldy, and it still isn't really covering everyone that could be covered.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Some people have taken to using LGBTIQ anymore and that covers Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, and Queer. It's a bit weird but as it is there it actually makes the best catchall I've seen so far, as the final part, Queer covers everyone who doesn't fall in to other listed groups. Still I don't really approve of it much as a lump term because it's also supposed to cover the whole community it's supposed to fit, and we're anything but unified. I've actually encountered more gay men and lesbian women who are less accepting of trans than most other people I end up getting outed to. Also as far as bisexual and other sexuality groups, too many gay and lesbian people have given me the line of; "you're either gay, straight, or lying." So I have mixed feelings on the whole thing.
At a certain point I just think the format becomes more of a liability as it becomes longer, and more open to ridicule (LGBTBBQ is a common meme).
And yeah, if you plan on spending time with various other members of the GSM community, you have to be ready for the fact that even they can be uninformed or even bigoted. A cis gay or lesbian can no more understand a transgender person in a lot of situations than a cishet person. And as an asexual, I can certainly identify with the idea of people not believing you.
Oh yeah! I mean ... well. I think the difference remains in directive of agency. If there is one big criticism of Kierkegaard that I have when it comes to and otherwise pretty good example of the existential crisis that one has when pursuing the idea of transition. Moving from a state that produces despair into one that does not, is that it necessarily has to follow the will of the actor as opposed to perhaps experimentation by the actor. I still place faith on experimentation to begin with if you have questions relative to self. Primarily because there's not one ubiquitous despair that impels all counter activity to begin with ... so pretending there is one state by which will alone may achieve, it's better to assume that the self can sometimes not understand it's own passage from despair to liberation of despair.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:A lot of terms also cover a surprising amount overlap, in it's own way it can be amazingly inclusive even if you look at people who are cis. By that I mean most cisgender people have, to some extent, a kind of personal gender fluidity, at least in my experience, they may not identify as any type of trans, but I've never really met anyone who strictly followed all the social concepts of their birth gender. I also find that transgenderism for all it's flaws and mistreatment is also very liberating, as trans I'm free to define my self.
I think all people sort of feel that way. I see it less as a problem, and more a case of artistic expression. Whilst it might hurt to be confused babout what will make you happier, ultimately you wouldn't be you if you never cared in the first place. I See it as a journey more so. But I get where you're coming from. A lot of trans people feel the same way, which is why I think the overlaps in the gender umbrellas is there a lot of the time.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Sometimes though the overlap can be a little confusing for me on an existential level. For a long while I wasn't exactly where I fell within the spectrum of transgender, despite knowing how I wanted to present and be. Sometimes I still find it hard to accurately place myself fully.
Well there's not a single point in there that I can disagree with. They're all very well laid out, also pretty much exactly how I feel, and I couldn't have said it any better. Probably wouldn't have either.PaulH said:Oh yeah! I mean ... well. I think the difference remains in directive of agency. If there is one big criticism of Kierkegaard that I have when it comes to and otherwise pretty good example of the existential crisis that one has when pursuing the idea of transition. Moving from a state that produces despair into one that does not, is that it necessarily has to follow the will of the actor as opposed to perhaps experimentation by the actor. I still place faith on experimentation to begin with if you have questions relative to self. Primarily because there's not one ubiquitous despair that impels all counter activity to begin with ... so pretending there is one state by which will alone may achieve, it's better to assume that the self can sometimes not understand it's own passage from despair to liberation of despair.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:A lot of terms also cover a surprising amount overlap, in it's own way it can be amazingly inclusive even if you look at people who are cis. By that I mean most cisgender people have, to some extent, a kind of personal gender fluidity, at least in my experience, they may not identify as any type of trans, but I've never really met anyone who strictly followed all the social concepts of their birth gender. I also find that transgenderism for all it's flaws and mistreatment is also very liberating, as trans I'm free to define my self.
I think most cis people in the West experiment at one point or another, but for the grand majority this just represents an immersal in tropes and temporary charicatures of manhood or womanhood. When it becomes something that is necessary to alleviate despair, that's kind of when I might ask whether someone might actually be in some way genderqueer.
But yeah, it is liberating. Which is why I place Kierkegaard's central premise of; "It is of ultimate merit to be able to despair..." at the forefront. When operating from this position and platform, we begin to see experimentation of self impelled by a knowledge of divorce from mind and body, or mind from perception of body, as something beyond a simple idea of gender portrayal and aspects of being true to one's gender. Despair is the ultimate transformative agent. WHich is why I sort of challenge the idea that if in an ideal society, merely taking a drug that drugs away being trans is ethically found wanting in merely allowing the self to be transformed by core questions relative to self and self-construction.
I know plenty of trans who have opted for visibility rather than stealth, primarily because just being able to wave a transgender pride flag, or be able to express elements of self freely with others, touches upon the necessity of validation and the pursuit of true connections with other people without having to hold anything back. I'm not saying which path someone should take, and it certainly depends on that what you wish to be your own self, and it is certainly relevant to just how dangerous it is to be open in your community.
That being said, I operate at a disadvantage towards ever being able to go stealth (Seriously, if you are genderqueer and you manage to juggle two or three (or more) seperate gender expressions without any people mixing up between two or more and people never knowing, you're CIA spy material), and so natural biases arise. I still identify as genderqueer rather than as a trans woman, despite speding most of my time presenting as a woman. I have friends who have met one aspect of me, and others who have met another side of me, and a lot of the time the two rarely intermingle. Which is perhaps why I don't go into facebook or twitter, mainly because I'd probably need to create two accounts.
But at the same time, it's kind of imperative that I'm open with people on both sides of the fence. That being said, I've been thinking more and more about what I would be if I just went full time trans woman and was done with it? It's ... pretty confusing to be honest, so being out helps to say; "Well there's reasons."
I think all people sort of feel that way. I see it less as a problem, and more a case of artistic expression. Whilst it might hurt to be confused babout what will make you happier, ultimately you wouldn't be you if you never cared in the first place. I See it as a journey more so. But I get where you're coming from. A lot of trans people feelt the same way, which is why I think the overlaps in the gender umbrellas is there a lot of the time.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Sometimes though the overlap can be a little confusing for me on an existential level. For a long while I wasn't exactly where I fell within the spectrum of transgender, despite knowing how I wanted to present and be. Sometimes I still find it hard to accurately place myself fully.
If I do end up just going full time one way or another, I'll still be trans however, regardless of mst of the stuff before hand. So I think it helps to have overlap. It makes it easier to organise and find other people who your might seek counselling from. Like an older trans person who's been through all that same stuff as you. It's nice ... It's like a collegiate of sororities rather than a singular entity, indivisible. And I take comfort that the philosophies are different, but close enough, to still have the overriding message of liberty of self and self-expression.
But yeah, I for one empathise completely. But from reading other stuff you've posted, you sound way more sure of yourself than I did when I first came out.
Yeah ... unlike therapists in mainstream services of psychological health, gender identity counsellors are (usually) SO MUCH better. Emphasis necessary. And in general problems also, I mean ... They helped me get back on my feet after a pretty rough series of problems. I wouldn't have finished school without their help. I certainly wouldn't have had a fairly successful pursuit of academia.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:Well there's not a single point in there that I can disagree with. They're all very well laid out, also pretty much exactly how I feel, and I couldn't have said it any better. Probably wouldn't have either.
As for when I first came out on the other hand I was in a deep state of flux. I couldn't get much deeper than the fact in most all respects I'm more woman than man. I was also pretty young at the time, which caused entirely different crises for my parents and extended family. I also had a rather counter productive time later on in my teens, as most trans people I managed to meet for advice were rather strict in their definition of trans. That being that you either get the full package HRT and GRS including bottom surgery, or you're not trans. It was really counter productive to how I could identify, especially after research about MtF vaginoplasty, and realizing that it might not be for me. Luckily the therapist I had access to was far more open minded, and more highly versed in the subject.
Edit: had to clarify a point.
Well Genderfluid and genderqueer are actually valid gender identites. Genderfluid people have their gender identity vary on them no almost what seems like a whim, it's not though, it's just how their brain chemistry works with them. Genderqueer can be genderfluid, but at the same time they're just variable with their gender identity more on the basis of not being exclusively gendered one way. While they're similar as I see it most genderfluid people don't choose how they present at any given time, though usually they stay in one mode a day or more. Genderqueer on the other hand are more of the mind that gender rules are mostly arbitrary and they will present how they feel or how they want to be perceived, which may vary person to person, but they value gender neutrality as part of how they define gender. Neither is wrong mind you and I know it's to give this person the benefit of the doubt on this, I know it's frustrating, but imagine how they feel. Especially being isolated because no one understands them, if they're pleasant enough, but get irritated when you misgender them at any given time just say: "Oops sorry, I don't have the easiest time getting my head around this." At which point respect their wishes and use the correct pronouns for the time. Also you could always ask them when you see them what "mode" they're in the time to avoid frustration on either side. I know it's going out of your way, but with genderfluid people it's the usually path of least resistance.Gluzzbung said:Okay, genuine question: What is/is there such a thing as, a person who is "transfluid"?
There's a person at my university, whom I haven't met, who apparently identifies as transfluid, which he takes to mean being whatever gender he damn well likes at the time. I say "he" mainly for simplicity's sake in this. Apparently, if you don't use genderless pronouns, or if he's deciding that he's a girl that day and you use "he" around him, or vice versa, he'll get really annoyed and irritated, and it's basically pushed anyone who remotely liked him away because he just comes off as obtuse. Given that people accept that transgender people do actually exist (and they do, obviously) then there are 4 genders as of this moment, male, female, transman, transwoman. Surely there can't be such a thing as transfluid because it implies that you yourself do not possess a gender, and thus it defeats its own argument as you can't be transfluid, which is a gender, but transfluid means that you don't have a defined gender.
That question you got there is actually a really important one. Because a lot of transgender people, especially transwomen are forced to conform to the stereotypes of their birth gender, which can often cause a great deal of attachment to the stereotypes of the gender their brains tell them they are. That means they'll delve in to being as much that gender as they possibly can, because it was denied to them, they'll basically fully own it. Also as a transwoman who is super girly girl in presentation, I can tell you it's not the only reason. For me I'm comfortable skirts, dresses, clothing that is super feminine in general, make up. Aside from comfort I like wearing things that appeal to my fashion sense, that I find to be really pretty, cute, or flattering, and it's part of how I identify in the feminine context within myself. I know plenty of transwomen who are tomboys too, it's what they like, how they're comfortable, and how they define femininity. So it's basically just what makes you comfortable, what fits your ideals and identity, and what you find attractive for your self to wear. Essentially all the same reasons as any other woman dresses the way she does.Gluzzbung said:Also, just thought, why do a lot of (at least, those whom I have been exposed to) trans women (someone who identifies as a woman, to clarify mostly for my own sake) feel the need to wear lots of makeup and wear dresses and such? Surely, by the logic that gender and gender roles are a social construct, then what people should wear in accordance to their gender is too? It's hypocritical, and while I understand that women, more often than men, wear dresses and makeup, it's not some rule your have to adhere to.
I understand that both those questions are very leading, what with my opinion underneath, but, to the first one especially (probably the harder of the two to answer) I would really like an answer.
To an extent I agree that before you can make decisions in any rational manner you shouldn't have any surgical treatment, hormones, or drugs to attempt to address gender dysphoria. That being said this age range usually applies to kids who haven't hit puberty, during this time basically everyone is still in a formative process even where gender identity is. I had gender dysphoria problems as far back as I remember, but if I started permanent physical transition then, I probably would have done far more damage than anything else. However I started unusually young on hormones, but after puberty hit(16), because at that point my gender dysphoria was getting to the point where avoiding transition in a physical sense was starting to destroy me. At that point I could make a choice in the matter, because it was obvious that things weren't right, and it was tearing me apart inside.Snowfox_ said:Not a survey, I get words mixed up, it was specifically a study that I think was done by the division of a govt or a college, can't remember. My point is that giving people any cosmetic/luxury surgery/drugs in an age that they can't make decisions, and may not even be sure of the decision they make, is an absolutely stupid idea, on so many levels for a multitude of reasons. Also fuck the mods for giving me an arbitrary warning with no elaboration, and no reply button.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:A College survey? Not a study, but a survey? That's hardly compelling evidence, especially with no source, essentially making the statement about the statistic totally irrelevant. To put it mildly, if someone presented most transgender people with a survey asking if they were trans, or gender dysphoric, I doubt you get an honest answer. That would be outing yourself for a trans person and as we've established; being outed can be extremely dangerous.Snowfox_ said:Some college survey I think, tried looking for it. Not in my history. Also couldn't give a shit less what twain had to say.
Well when it comes to therapists, finding one that specializes in transgender patients is important, but more important is one that listens. A good therapist will always listen to you first, and ask questions where applicable, this is especially important when dealing with gender dysphoric patients. More often than not something intrinsically seems wrong to a transgender person with having to conform to their birth sex's rules and roles. It's essentially a situation where everything in your mind and personality says that your body and the ways you're expected t to act are wrong. Where a transgender person goes from there is entirely up to them, no therapist worth their diploma will ever demand or deny treatment. When it comes to a transgender person we know already that something is wrong, so what comes next is research and seeking help and understanding. Therapists play one of the most important roles, so having a judgemental one will automatically invalidate any trust, that means finding a new therapist. The important factor is getting a psychiatrist or psychologist whom you can trust and open up to, once you do that and share actual life experiences, they'll share their their thoughts, and ask how it lines up with you. This may sound vague, but to transition you need a trained professional to sign off on it, and they need to respect your wishes.Aelinsaar said:I do have a question actually... given studies like the one mentioned, given parents and therapists with agendas, but ALSO given people with the full spectrum of gender-identities... how do you learn to distinguish without immense experience? It seems like interrogating everyone who tries to claim their rights would be a little harsh, but simply accepting every claim without resistance leads to absurd extremes.
When it comes to something as personal and potentially private as gender... how exactly does a random person in life deal with all of it? Well... short of staying extremely agnostic and on the side-lines, but that seems like it would only ever benefit extremists. For my part, my stance is that I'll treat someone however they want to be treated, as sincerely as I can, and try to stay the hell out of the politics and constantly shifting sands beyond.
Genetics Student here to help.Random Fella said:Uhh, can you provide proof of this?Gender is genetic.
Genetics plays a huge role in the sex development of people. That said not everyone is born with physical parts their genes suggest. For example I have "XX Male Syndrome" which means I am genetically female, but I was born male physically. Some women have XY chromosomes, more surprising is some people have more chromosomes for sex than others. Some men are born with two Y chromosomes and no X Chromosome. But that doesn't define how we identify. We're all humans, but some people identify as non-human animals, or objects, for example. While physical birth sex is often genetic, it doesn't control identity, or sexual preference for that matter.
Because I'm quite sure that's not how genetics works.
Well after research I'm willing to stand corrected and count this as about the most definitive. Some references would help for people who don't quite get it, or need more info.AwesomeHatMan said:Genetics Student here to help.Random Fella said:Uhh, can you provide proof of this?Gender is genetic.
Genetics plays a huge role in the sex development of people. That said not everyone is born with physical parts their genes suggest. For example I have "XX Male Syndrome" which means I am genetically female, but I was born male physically. Some women have XY chromosomes, more surprising is some people have more chromosomes for sex than others. Some men are born with two Y chromosomes and no X Chromosome. But that doesn't define how we identify. We're all humans, but some people identify as non-human animals, or objects, for example. While physical birth sex is often genetic, it doesn't control identity, or sexual preference for that matter.
Because I'm quite sure that's not how genetics works.
So geneticists have found the sex determining region of the Y chromosome (which we in the field like to call "the sex determining region of the Y chromosome" or SRY coz we're creative like that). However in some very rare cases the SRY can be moved to the X chromosome by nonhomologous recombination, where pieces of DNA are swapped unevenly between chromosomes, which means that there is the testis-determining factor (TDF) signal from an X chromosome rather than a Y chromosome like in most males. This means that the XX individuals can develop as males despite not having a Y chromosome. Likewise someone with XY could have lost the SRY and develop as female. I believe these individuals are infertile but I'm not 100% about that. As for whether we call male/female by chromosomes or by SRY, from what I've seen so far, people in the field tend to use the SRY to define because that gives you the anatomy/physiology.
As for other chromosome combinations, they do exist, but not quite how they said. Y0 and YY are lethal. An X chromosome is always needed. XO is Turner which people can live with. XXY is Klinefelter which is probably the most famous sex aneuploidy which people also live with and one of the X's becomes redundant and isn't really used as much. There are also XXX superfemales and XYY supermales and others but YY is not a thing last time I checked (would have to mean two Y's from dad and nothing from mum, meaning two simultaneous unrelated events and any embryo wouldn't have the necessary X genes and would die anyway).
Hope this helps. If you want to take my word for it sweetas, if you want me to cite literature then you can jog on.
Hey Kyuubi,AwesomeHatMan said:Hi, thanks for making this thread, I really appreciate you trying to help others understand. It'd be great if you could help me with three things.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:SNIP
1. What does it mean/feel like when you identify as your gender?
2. Do you feel like you need to define your gender (To say I am male/female/third gender etc rather than just I am me)?
3. What would you like to say to those who believe that you, or anyone for that matter, shouldn't have to categorise their gender/no-one should care about genders in the first place and you should just be yourself?
Oh I'm happy to answer, but going back to earlier pages for and trying to do long answer posts keeps giving me the worst head aches, so I apologize for missing your question the first time around.AwesomeHatMan said:Hey Kyuubi,AwesomeHatMan said:Hi, thanks for making this thread, I really appreciate you trying to help others understand. It'd be great if you could help me with three things.KyuubiNoKitsune-Hime said:SNIP
1. What does it mean/feel like when you identify as your gender?
2. Do you feel like you need to define your gender (To say I am male/female/third gender etc rather than just I am me)?
3. What would you like to say to those who believe that you, or anyone for that matter, shouldn't have to categorise their gender/no-one should care about genders in the first place and you should just be yourself?
I know that you've been busy/maybe you just don't want to answer the questions I've asked, but if possible I would appreciate it if you could answer them.
Cheers