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.
Browse 170+ transition stories that resonate with you
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Rey, United States (he/him)
“We're just people. We're not scary. We're your coworkers, your friends, and maybe even your family members."
onT • 30to40 • he/him
Chris, United States (he/they)
“It’s a very strange experience to be in my early 40’s and realize I’m becoming a trans elder, while also still discovering myself.“
onT • 30to40 • he/they
Aaron, Taiwan (he/him)
“I hope someday to let go of being transgender as an identity focus and channel my energy toward other meaningful goals in life.”
onT • 30to40 • he/him
Alec, Canada (he/him)
“I feel like I know a lot better who I am now.“
onT • 30to40 • he/him
Corin, Australia (he/they)
“Decouple "transition" from "transgender". Being trans is who you are. If, and how you transition does not make you less trans, or not trans.“
onT • 30to40 • he/they
Sam, United Kingdom (he/him)
“Remember who you are and build up a network of the people who really support you.“
onT • 30to40 • he/him
Ezzo, United States (he/they)
“I gave up a lot to transition but I have gotten back even more."
onT • 30to40 • he/they
Con, United States (he/him)
“One day we get to be free of all of those constraints we thought would be on us forever"
onT • 30to40 • 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
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.