It’s disheartening living in a world so full of fear and disgust toward anything that challenges traditional norms, and it can feel especially hopeless with everything happening right now.
Embracing who I am has brought out some surprising reactions from people around me, especially those I didn’t expect. It’s often impossible to avoid, but I’ve learned that you can’t logic someone out of something they didn’t logic themselves into, and that this is just part of living my truth.
Through all the cruelty trying to be rid of us, no one will ever erase queer people. We’ve always been here, and always will be. Being both a celebration and a protest, this month is also a strong reminder of the resilience it takes to live authentically, and of those who fought - and still fight - for our rights. There’s honour in being your true self, no matter what anyone else thinks, no matter whether you’re ready to embrace it yet or not.
Letting go of what’s unsafe or unsupportive, especially when it’s something or someone you’ve known for a long time, can be scary. Though when you do, you make room to exist in and create places that are safe. As a trans person, I want to remind you that my account is one of those spaces. You are always welcome here.
Even if you’re not ready yet, we’ll be here to celebrate when you are.
Happy Pride.️️⚧️
