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Since i was little i felt that i was in the wrong body but i still liked it around when i was in 5th grade i came out as trans ftm but then i realized no its not me so i went back yo being a cis female then again around My middle school years coning out as non-binary for a while using they/them but now that its my first year of high school i dont know what do i feel like i believe that im still non-binary and also a female and i dont know how that works ive been doing research but nothing is helping me because those are the only two terms that describe be its just hard for me to know who am i
Hello! Thank you for reaching out! It can be a bit difficult for someone to assign themself to something when they themselves are unsure of how they feel. Sometimes the need to assign a term adds an unnecessary pressure that can cloud our true emotions. What if you were to try to take a step back and see if the feelings come to you naturally? It is okay to say that you are unsure if you are!
It may help to try reaching out to our friends over at thetrevorproject.org. They are a helpline like us but they specialize in LGBTQ+ conversation and can provide you some good suggestions to help with this feeling on uncertainty.
If you would lie to talk about this or anything else further please take a SECOND to reach out to one of our live counselors anytime through the chat box in the app!
It's completely okay to feel confused about your identity, especially as you're navigating such a big transition like starting high school. Many people go through periods of questioning and exploring their gender, and it's a personal journey that can take time.
It's great that you're doing research and trying to understand yourself better. Remember, it's perfectly valid to identify as both non-binary and female; gender can be fluid and doesn't always fit neatly into categories. You might find it helpful to connect with supportive communities, whether online or in person, where you can share your experiences and hear from others who have similar feelings.
Be patient with yourself as you continue to explore your identity. It's a journey, and it's okay to take your time to figure it all out. If you're comfortable, consider talking to a trusted friend or a counselor who can provide support as you navigate these feelings. You are not alone in this, and it's perfectly okay to take the time you need to understand who you are.
This is a safe space to share what's on your mind and to get support from real people.
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