Trans

My perspective might be a bit different as someone non-binary that is not pursuing HRT at this point in my life. Over the years when I feel dysphoric and don't feel like who is in the mirror matches my perception of myself, I try to take the time to verbally complement myself or say something out loud that I have been having a hard time internally processing.

It helps me to feel like someone is being kind or helpful to me, and that even if the person in the mirror doesn't feel like who I am that they are at the minimum an ally in my journey through life.

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I can't see clearly now dysphoria's gone.

I can clear all obstacles to my peace.

We're all our worst critics in our own heads.

Wanna see your bright, bright beautiful smile.

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Yesss! One of the best parts of my day- waking up in the morning with blurry vision (morning vision+no glasses/contacts), removing my silk bonnet, having my hair gently fall out, and seeing myself from my standing mirror across the room. My hair looks beautiful, skin glowing, and I feel soo cozy. I get to see all the work the HRT is doing without being super critical of the things that are still shaping and changing!

I think it’s a good technique! Remember, very few people see you as closely as you see yourself. Most people will miss those little details and go for the vibe, which is what you’re tricking your brain into doing here.

I also do this! As soon as the contacts come out, the dysphoria softens.

Oh, that could work. I like it!

Sounds a bit like when I catch my reflection in a window or whatever: I don't see any of the details and can perceive it how I want.