"I also strongly suspect a trans identity is one way to shield oneself from the burden of expectation." So true. Especially for those who have strong oppositional tendencies.
Indeed. I think it behooves all of us to look at the impact of expectation on relationhips. I think this is yet another way we project our shadow onto others.
Wow, what a beautiful piece. I can't wait for the upcoming piece you're calling "Self-Fulfilling Prophecies." I suspect that what you say about the story we carry in our heads about who our child is (and is not) is a big piece of my own struggle.
Mmm hmm. It helps to understand that our children will ensure our stories of them come true. More about this in the upcoming, "Self-Fulfilling Prophecies."
I must confess, I don't always take the time to read your posts. There is just so much content and not enough time! However, the title caught my attention and I read this one. I found it really beautiful and moving!
"I also strongly suspect a trans identity is one way to shield oneself from the burden of expectation." So true. Especially for those who have strong oppositional tendencies.
Indeed. I think it behooves all of us to look at the impact of expectation on relationhips. I think this is yet another way we project our shadow onto others.
Wow, what a beautiful piece. I can't wait for the upcoming piece you're calling "Self-Fulfilling Prophecies." I suspect that what you say about the story we carry in our heads about who our child is (and is not) is a big piece of my own struggle.
Thank you, and I'm working on it! I started it before this one, then realized this one needed to come first while the experience was fresh.
Such a fun read!
Ah, thanks! It was inspired by such a fun conversation. ;)
Love this so much. Learning to love it with my kiddos too.
Mmm hmm. It helps to understand that our children will ensure our stories of them come true. More about this in the upcoming, "Self-Fulfilling Prophecies."
I must confess, I don't always take the time to read your posts. There is just so much content and not enough time! However, the title caught my attention and I read this one. I found it really beautiful and moving!
Ah, thanks for dropping by Helen! So much content, so little time. I get it and always appreciate when someone takes the time to read and comment. <3
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