Sebastian, Switzerland (he/him)
"I hope everyone reading this knows that life as a trans individual isn’t always so hard, it can be very beautiful, loving and full of amazing surprises."
What made you realize you were trans? How old were you?
The very first time I truly realized I was trans was at 17 but I suspected it since I was 13. I remember I was at my best friend (cisM) house. He asked me to stay over for a sleepover over and since I didn’t have a change of clothes he gave me his. The very first time I wore all man clothes, I looked at myself in the mirror and I just knew, I had such a rush of euphoria seeing myself in those clothes, it really solidified it for me.
When did you start making changes? What were these changes?
About a week after I realized who I was I went to cut my hair, I started dressing a bit more masculine and bind semi regularly
Have these changes started to make you feel more comfortable in your life and body?
Absolutely! I can’t say I felt much euphoria while I was pre T but starting my medical transition was the best thing I have ever done for myself, now at a bit over 3 years on T, post top surgery, post hysterectomy and soon to have phalloplasty I have never felt more myself. I love my body and I love being a man, my life is infinitely better in every way.
What would you tell your younger self? Would you do anything differently?
I would like to tell my younger self that everything works out just fine in the end, you find people who love you unconditionally and life is less black and alone now. I don’t wish to have done anything differently, my journey has made me into who I am today and I really like that person.
Is there anything else you'd like to share?
I hope everyone reading this knows that life as a trans individual isn’t always so hard, it can be very beautiful, loving and full of amazing surprises. You can live a peaceful, successful and fulfilling life.
Have the gender-affirming steps you’ve taken impacted your overall happiness and sense of well-being?
Yes.