Reluctant Support
What do you do with people who try to say the right things, but you can tell their inner transphobia is pretty deeply ingrained?
Like I came out to my aunt and it seemed like she was trying to say the right thing, but it also seemed like she was kind of disgusted?
I have a ton of difficulty figuring out how much of their response is just my fear? vs they really are low key disgusted?
Like:
"Well [deadname][1], we all know life is short. Live your best life and be happy. Kids[2] are smarter now. More aware. Just keep loving them."
1: I haven't given her my actual name yet.
2: This is in reference to me saying my kids are fine with it.
Posted Apr 9, 2026, 7:50 PM UTC
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