Dear Diary,
This weekend, a longtime friend of mine told me that they were transgender and that they were actively transitioning to become female.
Until last Saturday, I had been completely unaware that my friend was undergoing hormone therapy, and had been for about a year. It didn't necessarily come across as shocking when it came down to them breaking the news. But, going forward, it will definitely take a little getting used to, especially as they grow more comfortable with outwardly expressing their gender identity. Beyond that, I think it'll also be somewhat tricky getting used to addressing them by their new name and gender pronouns, having known them since the sixth grade.
Though, overall, I'm glad that they no longer feel the need to hide who they truly are;
[spoiler]because, deep down, it's the sock monkey inside all of us that really counts.[/spoiler]
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So whatever the hell you want with them. Treat them like you would treat them before. Treat them like any other human. And if they feel like they should be treated specially, disown them because they are selfish liberals.
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7 RepliesI don’t promote mental illness as a normal healthy thing.
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Step 1 - Troll them and make them feel bad Step 2 - Say "jk" and then support them in every way possible Step 3 - Once you are bff's again, make them a sock monkey and rejoice
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I know a few trans people personally. I knew all of them before they came out, too. Trust me, it's OK to think it's weird, and it's OK that it takes time to get used to using the right name and pronouns. Eventually it'll be no big deal and you'll be used to it. But the first few months are bumpy. As long as they know you're trying and you're being a good friend, all should be fine.
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Edited by PilotFanatic287: 1/12/2018 1:45:38 AMBe nice to them or rainbow nation is gonna come after you
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Give them support, this isn't easy for them, being Trans is coming to an understanding of yourself after a lifetime of lies. This world isn't kind to them, but you can be. I just feel as if you needed some seriousness that isn't raw bigotry in a serious post, that being said: B and C.
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3 RepliesI support gay rights. But one thing I do not support is transgenders. Yeah...say what you want, but transgender is NOT normal. It’s messed up. Your sex is what you’re born as and that’s that. It’s a bloody fact. The world is too damn sensitive and full of snow flakes nowadays. I’m expecting a few replies from these easily offended sensitive people as I’m typing this post. Also, it’s [u][b]my opinion.[/b][/u]
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5 RepliesWhere's the "slap the shit out of them and tell them to snap out of it before they make a massive life changing decision they can't take back" option? Because if you don't at least try to talk them out of it then you're neglectful and honestly no better a friend than someone who doesn't care if their friend commits suicide.
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1 Reply[quote]nice tits, bro[/quote]
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5 RepliesMan, who would NOT want a personal sock monkey?
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1 ReplyWaittaminute...you just had a real post....
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2 RepliesKeep in mind, no one in here (before or after my comment) can affect your decision; we're only giving you our opinions. That said, you already understand that this is a difficult time for your friend; admitting that they're transgender is not an easy thing to say the least, as some have lost homes and have been cut off from families. Being there for your friend is the best bet, as they will need the moral support during the transition. Beyond that, the rest is up to you.
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Throw the sock monkey at her.
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Edited by Bamioum: 1/12/2018 10:44:54 AMDisown them entirely and never speak to again but respect their decision and offer support by making a personalized sock puppet as a replacement friend. It's the only real answer.
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Lol fagg
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Edited by koalla217: 1/12/2018 3:14:44 PMI respect their decision but the thing that sucks is that in reality you’ve lost that friend, I’ve experienced it and it’s not the best thing in the world. But in the end you gain a new friend
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I think you shouldn't treat the person any differently than you usually do. Just say, "that is cool" and support the person your friend is not because he/she is a transgender. You don't even have to respect that person because he/she is transgender or agree with it. Just respect the person the transgender person is.
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Edited by Neon15: 1/12/2018 8:58:50 PMAre you single? If yes, Profit [spoiler]fr though help them out, stay with them, nothing is better for hardship than a good friend[/spoiler]
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7 RepliesGas it.
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1 ReplyDon't encourage his mental illness.
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None of the above. Apathy is "in".
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1 ReplyHmm sounds like it's going be tedious. You'll have to get used to calling them another name, treat them differently likely, and they're going to be on hormone therapy which is known to cause intense mood swings. However i am lazy, and my take on it is be friends with them. Let everyone know you're friends with them, so they know you're not ashamed or something but kind of try avoiding them secretly.
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Not gonna lie i read the sock monkey as cock monkey
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Transgender is bad imo, but support them, it could be tough transitioning and they might be frowned upon by some people
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I'm a bit late, but here's my advice: just be there for them. They're about to embark on a very dangerous journey and one that they will likely struggle mightily with. The best thing you can do is just be emotional support. You don't need to get into a big, long speech about why you'll stay their friend, but just let them know you'll still be there.
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Edited by HeadHunter: 1/13/2018 7:46:20 AMThe absolute state of Americas youth. Gross.