TransMascStories is a resource for trans men and trans masculine individuals that highlights resilience, provides perspective, and inspires. Explore anonymous transition stories of others or share your story to pay it forward.
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Kai, Kazakhstan/Germany (he/him)
“Sometimes you have to let go of people and places you feel attached to, to move forward to a future where you're happier and more at peace.”
onT • 10to20 • he/him
Thomas, United States (he/him)
“If transitioning your gender helps you feel more like yourself, then that's what you should do."
onT • 20to30 • he/him
Carter, United States (he/him)
“I don't identify as "trans" and I never will. I see this as a medical condition that's been corrected with hormones, surgery, and some document changes."
onT • 10to20 • he/him
George, United Kingdom (he/him)
“It feels like some intangible background screeching has finally been silenced.”
onT • 20to30 • he/him
Mojave, United States (he/him)
“If you’re reading this and feel like it’s too late, remember that there’s always still time."
onT • 20to30 • he/him
Tom, United States (he/him)
“I hope my story makes it clear that time doesn’t “fix it” and people don’t “grow out of” essential qualities about themselves."
onT • 40to50 • he/him
Verbatim, United States (he/him)
“I'd tell my younger self to (…) spend less time giving a shit what anybody thinks."
10to20 • he/him
Tom, United States (he/him)
“There are trans stories out there that you will identify with and that will help you understand your feelings.”
on T • 30to40 • he/him
Jae, Germany (he/him)
“It gets better guys, trust me. Lots of love !“
onT • 10to20 • he/him
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.