This is a really inspiring story that was sent to us by another detransitioner. There is not just one way to deal with gender dysphoria, and we are happy to welcome KJ’s perspective and experience on our page. 1/8 
“I spent a lot of time thinking about what I wanted out of transition. I wanted to feel comfortable in a body that never felt like mine. I wanted to feel confident and happy. 2/8
After my top surgery, I felt better. But I realized that my goals were achievable without starting hormones. 3/8
Transition wore me down. I didn't want to be noticed as a trans man. I didn't want to tell every person I met my pronouns. I didn't want to worry about some day getting a hysterectomy. 4/8
No amount of validation and relief from dysphoria could distract me from these anxieties. I asked myself why I'd never even considered other options. 5/8
It was because they'd never been offered to me. I was told that I had to change my body to "be myself". And I believed it. 6/8
Now I don't accept my discomfort as innate. I challenge it head-on, and I try to understand it. 7/8
I don't regret my transition, but it simply wasn't sustainable. Still, it was a step to get where I am today– and I refuse to feel ashamed for it.” 8/8
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