Summary of FIve Things I Wish I Knew Before Transition (Actionable in 2019!)

00:00:00 - 00:10:00

The individual in the video discusses five things they wish they knew before transition, including the amount of time it would take and the administrative effort required. They also mention that not everyone dresses or looks the same way, and that it is important to listen to oneself for signs of internal well-being. Finally, they mention that they are working on getting a new passport and correcting their birth certificate.

• 00:00:00 The author reflects on five things she wishes she knew prior to transitioning, including the amount of time it takes and the administrative effort required. She also mentions that not everyone is going to dress or look the same way as she does, and that it is important to listen to oneself for signs of internal well-being. Finally, she mentions that she is working on getting a new passport and correcting her birth certificate.
• 00:05:00 The author wishes they knew before transition that relationships would be difficult, that there would be a sense of normalcy, and that people would be compassionate. They also wish they knew about hair makeup and the benefits of transitioning.
• 00:10:00 This individual discusses five things they wish they knew before transition, all of which would have made the process more comfortable and eased any fears or anxieties. They note that although transition has its challenges, it is ultimately a journey of self-discovery and growth.