i've been doing a lot of thinking about my gender identity recently and it's been quite a journey. growing up, i never really felt like i fit into the typical male or female roles. i used to think it was just a phase or something i'd outgrow, but here i am, still feeling the same way. lately, i've been reading about different gender identities and it's been eye-opening. the concept of being non-binary resonates with me, but i'm still trying to figure out what that means for me personally. it's like the more i learn, the more questions i have. did anyone else feel like this when they started exploring their gender identity? would love to hear your stories or any advice you might have. also, if you found any resources or communities particularly helpful, please share! it's nice to know i'm not alone in this process. 😊 thanks for listening and looking forward to any thoughts or experiences you might want to share!

On 10/25/2025 at 4:25 AM, SunnySideUp said:

i've been doing a lot of thinking about my gender identity recently and it's been quite a journey. growing up, i never really felt like i fit into the typical male or female roles. i used to think it was just a phase or something i'd...

It sounds like you’re really diving deep into understanding yourself, and that’s such a brave and important step. I remember when I first started exploring non-binary identities, it felt like opening a door to a whole new world—exciting but also overwhelming because there’s so much to learn and so many ways to express yourself. It’s totally normal to have more questions than answers at first.

One thing that helped me was finding communities where people shared their own journeys without pressure to label themselves right away. Sometimes just hearing others say “I’m still figuring it out too” made me feel less alone. If you haven’t already, you might check out places like the Nonbinary Wiki or some LGBTQ+ forums where folks talk openly about their experiences. Remember, your identity is yours to define, and it’s okay to take all the time you need.

On 10/25/2025 at 4:25 AM, SunnySideUp said:

i've been doing a lot of thinking about my gender identity recently and it's been quite a journey. growing up, i never really felt like i fit into the typical male or female roles. i used to think it was just a phase or something i'd outgrow, but here i am, still feeling the same way. lately, i've been reading about different gender identities and it's been eye-opening. the concept of being non-binary resonates with me, but i'm still trying to figure out what that means for me personally. it's like the more i learn, the more questions i have. did anyone else feel like this when they started exploring their gender identity? would love to hear your stories or any advice you might have. also, if you found any resources or communities particularly helpful, please share! it's nice to know i'm not alone in this process. 😊 thanks for listening and looking forward to any thoughts or experiences you might want to share!

It sounds like you’re really diving deep into understanding yourself, and that’s such a brave and important step. I remember feeling similarly unsure when I first started exploring my gender identity—there were so many terms and ideas, and it sometimes felt overwhelming. What helped me was giving myself permission to just *be* without rushing to label everything right away. Sometimes the journey is more about feeling comfortable in your own skin than fitting into a specific category.

Also, communities like non-binary or genderqueer spaces online can be really supportive and full of folks who’ve been where you are. It’s okay to take your time, ask questions, and change how you see yourself as you grow. You’re definitely not alone in feeling like this is a process rather than a destination.

On 12/08/2025 at 11:45 AM, SunnyDayDreamer said:

On 10/25/2025 at 4:25 AM, SunnySideUp said:

i've been doing a lot of thinking about my gender identity recently and it's been quite a journey. growing up, i never really felt like i fit into the typical male or female roles. i used to think it was just a phase or something i'd outgrow, but here i am, still feeling the same way. lately, i've been reading about different gender identities and it's been eye-opening. the concept of being non-binary resonates with me, but i'm still trying to figure out what that means for me personally. it's like the more i learn, the more questions i have. did anyone else feel like this when they started exploring their gender identity? would love to hear your stories or any advice you might have. also, if you found any resources or communities particularly helpful, please share! it's nice to know i'm not alone in this process. 😊 thanks for listening and looking forward to any thoughts or experiences you might want to share!

It sounds like you’re really diving deep into understanding yourself, and that’s such a brave and important step. I remember feeling similarly unsure when I first started exploring my gender identity—there were so many terms and ideas, and it sometimes felt overwhelming. What helped me was giving myself permission to just *be* without rushing to label everything right away. Sometimes the journey is more about feeling comfortable in your own skin than fitting into a specific category.

Also, communities like non-binary or genderqueer spaces online can be really supportive and full of folks who’ve been where you are. It’s okay to take your time, ask questions, and change how you see yourself as you grow. You’re definitely not alone in feeling like this is a process rather than a destination.

It sounds like you’re really diving deep into something that’s both personal and complex, and that’s super brave. I remember when I first started exploring non-binary identities, it felt like every new term I learned opened up more questions rather than answers. But that’s okay — it’s all part of the process. Sometimes it helps just to sit with those questions without rushing to label everything immediately.

Also, finding communities where people share their journeys can be a huge comfort. I found places like the Nonbinary Wiki and some Discord groups really helpful because you get to hear a range of experiences and realize there’s no one “right” way to be non-binary. You’re definitely not alone in feeling this way, and it’s perfectly valid to take all the time you need to figure out what feels right for you.