I am sure the idea is to force us into hiding. It is a precursor for far more nefarious things.

First they try to poison public opinion and dehumanize us.

Then they go after bathrooms and sports.

Now they are going after WPATH so that it will be even harder to transition.

They continue to try and slip things into budget bills to take away our ability to afford care. And were somewhat successful in defunding planned parenthood. I had to switch providers last year because they wouldnt cover me there anymore. Hopefully that has changed but i am not sure.

Soon, less than half the country will be safe. And if the federal government continues on this path they will find a way to force every state to stop insurance coverage.

And i dont really want to entertain the next part right now.

Yep, all this really really fucking sucks. I hope i am wrong. It can be an easy trap to fall into, the cycle of negative thinking, and i fall into it too often.

They want us stressed out and scared. They want to bully us into recanting our identity. Don’t give them the satisfaction. Live your life to the fullest in as many moments as you can. Spread your kindness to those around you.

I have to believe that somehow good will win over evil. Sometimes it does, and sometimes it doesnt. I just keep believing in myself in doing my best.

I know all this sounds very doom and gloom. That is because it is. So what the fuck can we do? Start by building a social safety net now if you don’t have one. Reach out to local support groups. Get a therapist if you don’t have one. Concentrate on self care. Protest. Vote. Get involved with local government. Try and make friends with other transgender folks even if it can only be online.

We can get through this. But it’s gonna be a hard fight and it might take decades.