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Bodily Autonomy
a year ago
Transitioning is the ultimate act of bodily autonomy. That is why we as trans people have been turned into a political football and boogeymen across the globe. In taking away trans peoples' right to bodily autonomy, everyone else loses their rights and freedom too. Do not forget that. In painting us as confused deviants that must be eradicated we are being used as a trojan horse to bring full unflinching fascism.
Things will get worse, there's no avoiding that at this point- this can't really be considered doomerism or fear mongering anymore. Regardless of which politicians take power, the far right has made their intentions very loud and clear. Do not ignore their warnings. You have seen what they've started to do with laws. Do everything you can to get your documents updated while you still can, consider getting additional copies too. For HRT, consider talking to your doctor about changing the diagnosis to something other than gender dysphoria or anything trans related. If you're wanting surgery, consider starting that process now instead of putting it off for later. Develop practical skills. Find real and supportive community. Make your contingency plans.
Do what you need to do to maintain quality of life. But most importantly, continue to live your life to the fullest and watch out for each other. If you live somewhere safe and stable, extend your hand to help others relocate and find their footing. You are stronger than you realize and better days will come again. The times ahead will be difficult and they may try to take away your dignity and liberty, but do not let them just take it without a fight. Tomorrow is another day.
Things will get worse, there's no avoiding that at this point- this can't really be considered doomerism or fear mongering anymore. Regardless of which politicians take power, the far right has made their intentions very loud and clear. Do not ignore their warnings. You have seen what they've started to do with laws. Do everything you can to get your documents updated while you still can, consider getting additional copies too. For HRT, consider talking to your doctor about changing the diagnosis to something other than gender dysphoria or anything trans related. If you're wanting surgery, consider starting that process now instead of putting it off for later. Develop practical skills. Find real and supportive community. Make your contingency plans.
Do what you need to do to maintain quality of life. But most importantly, continue to live your life to the fullest and watch out for each other. If you live somewhere safe and stable, extend your hand to help others relocate and find their footing. You are stronger than you realize and better days will come again. The times ahead will be difficult and they may try to take away your dignity and liberty, but do not let them just take it without a fight. Tomorrow is another day.
