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.

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Meik 11/9/24 Meik 11/9/24

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“Do what makes you feel like you. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯"

20to30 • he/she/they

Meik 10/27/24 Meik 10/27/24

Áikio, Sweden (he/him)

“Do not let others define who you are, define what being trans is TO YOU.“

20to30 • he/him

Meik 10/27/24 Meik 10/27/24

Mathieu, United States (he/him)

“You are so much more than any terrible thoughts, or dysphoria, or bullies tell you that you can be.”

onT • 20to30 • he/him

Meik 10/16/24 Meik 10/16/24

Tori Lane, United States (they/them)

“I’m Black and Proud."

onT • 20to30 • they/them

Meik 10/14/24 Meik 10/14/24

Joe, United Kingdom (Scotland) (he/they)

“The people who matter will still be there for you, and some people will surprise you with how supportive they are."

onT • 20to30 • he/they

Meik 10/13/24 Meik 10/13/24

Alex, Canada (he/they)

“Sometimes in one’s darkest moments, there’s just enough light shining that you can see your true reflection."

onT • 20to30 • he/they

Meik 10/4/24 Meik 10/4/24

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

Meik 9/30/24 Meik 9/30/24

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

Meik 9/28/24 Meik 9/28/24

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

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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