[XSleepingSiren21X]

I think I make it obvious a bit that I have a Gender Dysphoria around my parents when I talk about my interests, but I have tried to talk to my mom and give her hints about my struggle with trying to be more masculine but it fails to be recognize.

One day I sat with my mom and talked to her about myself and why I don't feel comfortable being a girl and she only thought I was trying to say I was gay, but it wasn't what I wanted her to think.

How could I word it better for the next time I try to bring up the subject that I have dysphoria?

[doyoutrustme]

Maybe find an article and show/email it to her about gender dysphoria? Tell her you relate a lot?

[kraken1851]

Hey SleepingSiren,

I'm sorry your mom didn't get it! Have you tried writing things down for her? Sometimes that makes it a bit easier. You could read the letter to her or give it to her.

I think it should work if you tell her how you feel: you are not a girl but a boy inside (if that's how you identify!). For how long have you felt like this, who you want to be when you grow up.

I have sometimes used the "wrong body" metaphor, although I think it's not the best metaphor. It's usually something most cis people have heard before in connection with trans* people, so it tends to put them in the picture quickly.

I hope you find a way of talking to her and that she is accepting!

[TheSeamster]

Dysphoria is a tricky thing, and it can be hard to convince parents thay your feelings are real. Often it can get brushed off or ignored, but the best thing you can do is be open and honest.

kraken's idea of writing it out is a great idea! It can really help you get your thoughts together and know what you wanna say.

Good luck! I'm sure you'll be okay!

If you still need some help or support, or just a place to vent, we're here for you!