These are excerpts from the brotherly advice being offered here.
“Do not let others lack of understanding and compassion dampen your spirit or dictate who you are.” - Juz
“Remember where you came from, remember your roots and who raised you. Don’t forget to be kind to all who cross your path.” - Liam
“Don’t worry so much. Never stop learning. There’s always something new to discover about yourself and the queer world.” - Eliot
“There’s lots of different types of men, that includes trans men too.” - Oliver
“Hang in there…..it gets better….trust your own path.” - Sonam
“Keep your head up high, man. Love yourself.” - Nikolai
“Looking back… You not only have gained everything you thought you’d lose but you also gained happiness.” - Evan
“Yes, it is possible to be a gay transman, and it is all right. No, to transition is not equivalent to giving in to patriarchy. Yes, you will have sex post-transition – if you make an effort to get some. No, you won’t become a woman by giving birth. You’ll just realize that you are a man, and get a wonderful daughter.” - Tarald
“Don’t be afraid of what people with think, whether your friends & family will shun you, because all that matters is you being happy and loving your body.” - Edward
“You won’t be alone. You will have and experience more love than you could ever thought imaginable. Happiness finds you. Keep going.” - Justin
“Transition isn’t necessarily easy, you need confidence to deal with all the medical professionals,to know what you want and how to ask for it. Same goes for dealing with others in your life, but that confidence in who you are and that you deserve to be comfortable and happy in your own skin will go a long way to helping others see the real you!” - Jaye
“There isn’t a checklist in transitioning. We all have different experiences and encounters. Don’t let others tell you who you are.” - Leroy
“Don’t be afraid. Yes, it’s going to hurt, but putting this off isn’t going to help. You are stronger than you realize. ” - James
“Listen to your heart and take the path YOU knew would make you most happy… Your family loves you despite all of the things you’re afraid of.” - Xavier
“Don’t focus on the fact that it took you 40 years to set Aaron free. Now that he is, let him soar!” - Aaron
“I am part of a wonderful tapestry story helping the earth to evolve into a better place, and being true to myself brings a deep inner peace that nothing can ever rock again.” - Malkiel
“Don’t do too many steps at once. I know it feels desperately urgent but really you’ve all the time in the world to figure out who you are and who you want to be.” - Theo
“Don’t give up on your mom. It’ll take her a few months, but she means well. She loves you.” - Saer
“Just be the man that you are. And if other people don’t like it, than that is their problem, not yours. Embrace yourself. Practice some radical self love!” - Skye
“Know that your life now is amazing so everything you went through was totally worth it because it made you stronger.” - Daniel
“You’re not a traitor. You’re not betraying your feminist upbringing. Trust me.” - Jordyn
“People will surprise you and passing will be easier than you expect – don’t try, just be. The novelty, wonder, and sheer joy won’t wear off.” - Aaron