What happens when your spouse comes out as transgender?

Gender Incongruence is a clinical term for someone feeling like they were born the wrong sex. Often, people who are transgender wish to live as the other gender and not the one they were biologically assigned. If your spouse comes out as transgender, you’ll likely feel in shock, confused, perhaps even betrayed.

What should you do when your partner comes out as trans?

When your partner comes out as trans, you’ll likely have questions, but at least initially, try to spend more time listening than expressing your own thoughts. “You may have a lot of feelings of your own to work through, but right now your partner needs you to show up for them, centering their vulnerability,” says Reopell.

How will my partner’s gender identity affect our relationship?

Learning about your partner’s gender identity may change your relationship, so you’ll want to make sure you’re emotionally equipped to handle the challenges that may arise. Coming out as trans can be tough, but if you show your partner love and encouragement, you can better navigate what comes next together.

Where can I find information about transgender issues and transitioning?

The National Center for Transgender Equality and the Human Resources Campaign have plenty of info that can help you better understand transgender issues, gender identity, and transitioning. You may also find the titles on PFLAG’s transgender reading list to be useful.

What does it mean to be transgender?

A transgender personifies a genetic woman, some say we over-exaggerate a woman because we go to the extreme of larger breasts, hips, and buttocks but at the end of the day we still look like women. We are the ones who put in the time to look like a woman.

How do you meet a trans woman on dating sites?

To meet your prospective date, you’d first listen to them describe themselves, then leave them a voicemail. The more bold friends of mine who are also trans and looking to find a male partner have taken a different approach to online dating. They disclose right up front that they are trans women.

How do you know if a man doesn’t care about you?

He doesn’t care how you feel or if you are hurting. He just cares about himself and what he thinks. He likely doesn’t notice when you’re feeling down or angry, and when he does, he will glaze over it to make you feel that your emotions don’t matter. 8. He Blames You