TransMascStories is a resource for trans men and trans masculine individuals at the start of their transition journey. Explore anonymous transition stories of others or share your story to pay it forward.
BJ, United States (he/him)
“Every thing that happened: medically, legally, socially just felt like I was chiseling away at a slab of rock and uncovering myself.”
onT • 10to20 • he/him
Elliot, United States (he/him)
“One day, all those decisions that felt so heavy will be behind you and will barely cross your mind anymore.”
onT • 20to30 • he/him
L, Canada (he/him)
“You'll figure it out, give it time. Just try not to be so angry :)"
onT • 30to40 • he/him
Wolfgang, United Kingdom (he/it)
“You can be loved. Your body will be ok. You will regain your singing voice again."
onT • 10to20 • he/it
Arthur, United States (he/him)
“I feel that I have become the man that young-me desperately wished I could be."
onT • 20to30 • he/him
Skyler, United Kingdom (she/they)
“Do not repress yourself just to avoid conflict. Embrace your true self. The haters may hate but it's more important to be you."
20to30 • she/they
Jordan, United Kingdom (he/him)
“It's okay to be 'just' a trans man."
onT • 10to20 • he/him
Miguel, Brazil (he/him)
“I couldn't picture myself in a future as a woman."
10to20 • he/him
Reid, United States (he/him)
“Transitioning has made me feel awake, alive, and confident. I love being a man."
onT • 10to20 • he/him
Discover your gender identity
The question “Am I trans?” can feel overwhelming, especially with the abundance of guidance based on traditional markers like “trans childhood experiences” or specific forms of dysphoria. Realizing that you may want to transition is a deeply personal journey, often with more layers than any checklist or single experience can capture. If you’re unsure whether transitioning is right for you, perhaps this collection of resources will help you gain more clarity.
Why “TransMascStories”?
When I first started exploring the idea of transitioning, I didn’t immediately see myself as a binary trans man. The term “trans masculine” felt more approachable at the time, as the gap between how I looked and how I felt inside was too wide to fully embrace being a man. This is why I chose the name “TransMascStories” to create a bridge for others who are just beginning their transition journey.
Ultimately, the goal of this project is to showcase the full spectrum of trans masculine journeys, regardless of whether someone identifies strictly as a man. By using “trans masc,” I hope to invite stories from anyone who has taken steps to feel more at home in their body, embracing the many ways trans masculine identities can exist.
No label fits all, however, I am trying to be as inclusive as I can. Read more about the project here.
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