Let Your Light Shine - Post #35

 


     Since the beginning of my journey as a transgender person, I have had the privilege of talking to many wonderful people.  What I have found very interesting is, many of us have had one particular thing in common, most of us have been afraid to be who we are and to transition. With all of the things I have done and gone through in my life, transitioning is by far the scariest thing I have ever done.  I thought I would lose all of my friends, family, and maybe even any career options. With one medical condition, a condition we have not chosen, can effect every part of our lives. Well, after transitioning, I have discovered some awesome Blessings; and those hidden Blessings included not only discovering who loves me unconditionally, but also that I have actually inspired others to do the same.  I am not sharing this because I believe I am any more special than anyone else, but if I can do it, anyone can. So, my hope and prayer is that for anyone who is holding back in being their authentic self, they will discover the courage to shine in who they are.  I am not saying stepping out of the "norm" is easy, but life is more satisfying when we are who we are meant to be.  If we do not allow ourselves to be who we are, we will find ourselves lost once the smoke and mirrors of the world is gone.  Plus, there is so much to miss out in when we live in the shadows of everyone else's expectations.  So, please do not be scared, and let yourself Shine.  :) 

Hugs and Blessings,
Jade

** For those who may be interested in chatting with me and/or other transgender people, check out my Transgender Support Chat link here on my log site.  

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