This is my entry into the overcome a fear challenge. I wasn't gonna do one at first, cuz I didn't think I had any fears that I over came. However, I've recently discovered that I did. The fear I overcame, was the fear of people viewing me as a girl, just because I like feminine things.
As an agender person, I strive for people to not put me into a box of male or female. But if I'd have to be placed in one, I'd rather be seen as a boy, as being seen as a girl makes me far more uncomfortable.
1. What are you afraid of?
Getting labeled as female or seen as a girl, because I like feminine things or being feminine sometimes.
2. How did you overcome or triumph over your fear?
By reminding myself that clothing=/=gender, colors=/=gender, hobbies/interests=/=gender, gender expression=/=gender, etc. That basically just because I don't identify as a boy or a girl, doesn't mean that I have to present myself in an androgynous or gender neutral way. That I am allowed to express myself in any way I want.
3. How long did it take you to overcome your fear?
I'm not entirely sure how long it took, but I'd say it took a good many years to reach this point. After all, I used to have really bad gender dysphoria, but now that I've gotten further along in my transition and have gained a whole new sense of confidence, my dysphoria has greatly dwindled. It's still there, but I barely notice it.
4. Do you have any advice for people who might find themselves in a similar situation to yours?
My advice would be to remind yourself of the same things I had to remind myself of, and just do whatever makes you happy.
5. Send yourself a message praising and congratulating yourself on overcoming or defeating your fear.
Good job, buddy. Way to be yourself :grin: :+1:
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