I'm just sick of not doing anything about my GID (Dysphoria)

I've had some strange thoughts recently, like getting a really manly tattoo, and shaving my head so that I can't look back. I'd probably regret it. I see too much of my inner self on the outside, even if no one else sees it.

[kraken1851]

I understand. It's funny how I have the exact same thoughts - get a tattoo and shave my head. I don't have any good suggestions - clearly it's good to do things that alleviate the dysphoria at least a little, but permanent changes like the tattoo should be well-considered. As for a tattoo I decided that this was the "wrong" reason for me to get another one, but I haven't put aside shaving my head yet. Hair grows back . The thing is, I have a tiny head, so no hair will really emphasize that and probably make me feel worse.

Sorry, I'm rambling. Just wanted to say that I can relate!

Originally Posted by brokenentity

I'm just sick of not doing anything about my GID (Dysphoria)

I've had some strange thoughts recently, like getting a really manly tattoo, and shaving my head so that I can't look back. I'd probably regret it. I see too much of my inner self on the outside, even if no one else sees it.

Yes... I have these sorts of thoughts all the time... ... shave my head, grow a beard or moustache, join a gym & lift weights, get my testosterone level checked, let all of my body hair grow back, practice speaking with a deeper more masculine voice, join a men's club... But, realistically, I know it wouldn't last. And even if it did, it wouldn't really change anything. It's just another way of denying the reality of who I am.