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Destiny Fulfilled

by Sequoia Elisabeth

This blog is a continuation of the previous blog titled Destiny. Gender transition is not a conscious choice like most people think of it and neither is homosexuality, pedophilia, autism or any other condition. These are choices made before birth that must manifest and be worked through. It takes your entire life to fully experience these gifts and they affect everyone you meet, even if only for a few minutes. The affect can be positive or negative, that is up to the individual you meet. If you are positive and giving of your talents, then the meeting will be positive. All Universal Laws apply!

The message I wish to convey in this blog is a continuation of the previous blog and it is very simple. Even though transgender is a choice before birth, it is not something that can be ignored. It cannot be made to “go away”, it is not something to “cure” and it is not a disease! Gender Identity is what it is and the hard part is that it is not listed on your birth certificate or in any way known to anyone at birth.

Gender identity must be discovered over time and with introspection. The child of 3-6 years old can usually tell others what it is, and sometimes if ignored must be rediscovered later in life, usually at puberty or much later in life. Most children have a gender identity that matches their physical sex, so gender is often over looked or just assumed. However in about 3% of the population the gender identity and physical sex do not match as in my case.

I was too scared and confused to know what was going on, so the issue was not addressed. My life was in full swing by the time I figured it out as a senior in high school, so I ignored the feelings and sometimes overwhelming urge to express my feminine nature. To release this energy I crossdressed for 30 years and finally I faced the feelings I was having and transitioned. It was not something that I could ignore. It is not a choice, because the choice was made long before birth. Please understand this when you are dealing with anyone who is coping with this condition.

Transgender, and any other condition as mentioned above affect the whole family and each person involved in this person’s life. So the one’s closest to this individual must transition along with the transgender individual. This is often a soul agreement made before birth as mentioned in the last blog. The opportunity for growth here is phenomenal and must not be ignored. This is a divine gift! Embrace it and work it out with everyone you love. Be not afraid to be yourself! As hard as it may seem the rewards are worth every effort filled, painful and joyful moment. Remember one thing above all else, Love is the way…

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Destiny

by Sequoia Elisabeth

A little known fact is that your brain is wired from birth with gender identity and sexual orientation, among many other traits. Just as a computer is programmed to operate in a certain way, so are you. The operating system works right out of the box, just as your human traits are pre-programmed. Just because these things are pre-programmed does not mean they are set in stone. The program is changeable!

What is not discussed or taught in schools today is that you programmed yourself before you were born. The reason this is not taught is because it is not provable, but then many aspects of life are taken on faith, so I am not asking you to believe this, just consider the possibility and do your research. (I have found many sources to confirm this wisdom)

Everything happens for a reason, even chaos! Random events are an illusion much like a slight of hand trick done by a magician. Consider the possibility that your gender identity and sexual orientation where chosen before you were born when you made certain agreements with other souls such as your parents, partner, and siblings. Each person will have different agreements and it is not important to know what exactly they are till the moment you honor them.

By listening to your inner voice these agreements are honored often without your conscious knowledge. I don’t buy the story offered by the Buddhists that transgender is the result of past transgressions, in the form of Karma, although if that works for you then it can be one explanation.

I believe we choose to be transgender so that we can experience both worlds and possibly transcend gender all together. Our souls are genderless and sexless just as Prime Creator. This is the reason that many Native tribal cultures honor transgender or two-spirits as Shaman and esteemed members of the tribe. They have a close connection to spirit! Each person is growing Spiritually through the events of their lives here in the 3rd dimension. The challenges we choose before birth are the stairs so to speak that raise us to the next level!

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Is Your Energy In Balance?

by Sequoia Elisabeth

In this time of drastic changes, upheavals, and shifts it is more important than ever to stay balanced within. Jesus Christ literally means “I am Centered” or balanced within. Jeshua Ben Joseph reached that state and earned the title Jesus Christ and so can you. The following is a quote from the eBook Sex and Sexuality.

“Both masculine and feminine energy are a part of every person on earth. Because these are energies and not traits per se, they behave like energy. In each moment we are expressing either one of these energies depending on both our situation and the situation surrounding us. Let’s start by getting a better idea about what the rod and receptacle represent.

Feminine, the receptacle, is the energy of a woman such as soft, curvy, voluptuous, receptive, attractive, subtle, gentle and serene. Often this energy is slow moving and emotional. It is equated with the Yin in the Eastern philosophies. This term can be somewhat ambiguous and depends on use, location and nationality of user. It can be referred to as a feeling or an appearance. The word feminine is used to describe energy not the person. It is the behavior of the person which could be innate or could be learned and is most often both. It does not necessarily mean man or woman, although feminine traits are associated with women. Men have feminine energy too and in order to live a happy life they need to balance this feminine energy with their masculine. The receptacle is designed to receive a rod.

Masculine, the rod, is the energy of a man, such as strong, hard, angular, rough, aggressive, giving and active. The rod is designed to give to the receptacle. They work together and cannot be separated. Masculine energy is often fast moving and less emotional than the feminine. It is equated with the Yang in the Eastern philosophies. It can be referred to as a feeling or an appearance. Women also have this energy and it can be an important part of a woman’s life. Being the active energy masculinity is how we get things done. So everyone uses this at some time or another. If you are constantly doing things then your energy is weighted (think of a scale) to the masculine.” (Sex and Sexuality)

Working with this energy takes practice and awareness, which is why I think it is so important. Anything that holds us in awareness is a good thing. Awareness is part of being alive, centered within your body, and living in the now. Take a moment to feel your body. One function of pain is to keep you aware and direct your attention to some aspect of your life. Louise Hay has a wonderful book on this subject, You Can Heal Your Life, which I highly recommend.

Taking this exercise to the next level; be aware of the masculine and feminine energy within your body. Remember the traits above and know that Masculine energy is held in the arms and shoulders, while feminine energy is in the pelvis, hips and legs. As you go about your daily activities, notice where your energy is. The task you are engaged in will often determine the energy brought forth. This is done unconsciously and automatically. I am asking you to be aware of it. Once you notice where it is and how you use this energy you can use this energy consciously to help with your desires and goals. This is especially important in relationships, working, and in playing. Women radiate attractive energy (femininity) when they desire to attract attention for personal or professional reasons. Men use masculinity in the opposite fashion a woman uses her femininity. The man uses giving and action when in a relationship to a woman. So men if you wish to find a woman be active to the point of aggressive and giving. Don’t forget that everyone has both energies and be ready to balance your energy depending on the situation. This same dynamic works for homosexual’s only one individual will be in the opposite and balancing energy. One is feminine, attractive and the other will be masculine, giving and active, this dynamic can shift back and forth as well. Once again a reason to stay aware! Blessings on your Journey of Love ♥

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Gender Transition

by Sequoia Elisabeth

What is the purpose of gender transition? A feeling of dysphoria is controlling your life, you feel uncomfortable in your body and out of place in your gender role. You feel compelled to live your life in the opposite gender and to do so fully, gender transition is necessary. There is a question of degree also. Do you feel like the other gender all the time or only occasionally? Will you be happy crossdressing and being in those gender roles part time? Not such an easy question to answer for many.

From my experience it is an evolution that begins early in your life when you first realize that you feel feminine more than masculine and have a male body, or vice versa. Like I said there are degrees and social constructs for you to step into. Will you be happy as a feminine man or masculine woman? What clothing are you most comfortable wearing, men’s or women’s or maybe both or even a mixture? Which gender role feels right?

Gender Identity is an internal function of your brain that is hardwired from birth and your journey here on earth is to discover who you are! Regardless of the physical body you were given at birth, this is about being harmonious in your body as the person you are naturally. Think about this for a minute, “Naturally“. What feels natural to you? What feels like second nature or instinctual for you? Forget that you have a body at all. Close your eyes and feel the Truth.

The gender transition journey involves living in harmony as who you are naturally. The mirror will often betray your self-image, so do not get distracted by what you see. The goal is to feel comfortable and happy with who you are being. If you can love the person in the mirror then you are doing great! As this is the ultimate goal. Transition is not about conforming to society’s expectations. Or what you perceive as society’s expectations. In fact this may be about your misconception of society’s expectations!

What are expectations and where do they come from? Expectations are behavior patterns that you accept as given per the circumstances. They come from your own mind and were passed on by those who raised you. You could say that they are learned, but I think it is more systemic than that. We are each like a cog in a clock, we fit in and do our part in the larger functioning of the clock. It could be argued that certain parts are not necessary, but that is a limited view. I prefer to say that each part is necessary or it would not be here, we just do not know the function or understand its purpose. Transgender often falls in this category.

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The Face Of Christ

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Many people mostly as a result of fundamentalists religious teaching have come to accept the face of Jesus as The Christ. His actual name is Jeshua Ben Joseph. Please allow me to share a different perspective on this story. I am not saying that what you know is wrong, only that you may not have the full meaning of Jesus Christ has he relates to your life.

Jeshua Ben Joseph was the human person you read about in the bible and other story’s that we attribute to Jesus Christ. He lived his life and died just like the rest of us do. He felt pain, sorrow, happiness and joy. His Soul Mate and Twin Flame’s name is Mary Magdalene. What this means is that they both orchestrated the heavenly occurrences and miracles that we have come to admire and aspire to. They were cut from the same flame, meaning they both had equal but opposite resonate energies vibrating at the same frequency. This is very rare and we experience it but once in all our lifetimes, usually the last one. By last I mean last incarnation on earth.

The point of this message is that Jesus Christ is not a person but a metaphor for who you are. Think of it as a title that one attains in life. In metaphysics Jesus means “I Am” and Christ means Centered or the “Anointed One”. So Joshua Ben Joseph is the physical man who conducted the miracles we all know about. Think about that now, he is no different than any other man and since Mary Magdalene is his Twin Flame she could also do these things, we just did not hear about it because the bible was created by a male dominated society. And this was his purpose in life, just as Mary’s purpose was to support him and make sure he was able to complete his mission. Let’s not get off track here however. We are each endowed with the same powers they had and in fact have more evolved physical bodies. We use the exact same mind that he did! Because there is but one mind, the mind of God, anything else is illusion.

So now let’s relate this to our physical bodies. One of the main messages of this ministry (Unity in Gender Diversity) is that we are not our bodies, we are Spiritual Beings having a human experience and have thus created ourselves with our personal understanding of what it means to be human. We have an individual identity through which we relate to others in our world. The central identifying feature is our face. The face has been a symbol for who we are since before the time of Jesus, which explains people’s fixation on the face of Christ. Everywhere you look there is one basic image of what Jesus looks like, long brown hair, light brown skin, some with beard and mustache, and all with the same nose, eyes, and chin. There are variations but this can be attributed to a reflection of cultural differences, which is precisely the point I want to make here. Jesus Christ is not a man who lived 2000 years ago, but a symbol for mankind! Jeshua was the man and Jesus Christ the Title he attained. We are each on a journey to discover Jesus Christ as a consciousness or state of being.

The face is your ego identity and what Jeshua did 2011 years ago was grow beyond any ego attachment. Thus he was able to live beyond the body, which is the only “real” existence. It is important to understand that to live in this world you must have an ego. This is an ego world we live in and the goal is to grow beyond the need for an ego. The ego is not bad or anything like that, it simply is.

I feel that the transgender journey is realizing that both male and female are human expressions. To fully express human is to express both. To express Transgender is to express both in one lifetime. Not everyone is on this journey, but those who are need to experience the physical change to fully express them self and more importantly to realize who they truly are! The Christ.

There are many paths to God, so accept who you are and walk the path with courage and faith! The face of Christ is your face!

🙂 Sequoia Elisabeth

“We are all on a journey to discover who we are. In the process of thinking and doing, we see who we are not. Along the way many personas emerge, and with each step you are closer to who you really are. In the end we discover that there is really only one, and that is GOD.” (Quote from UGD website)

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Genital Reassignment Surgery

by Sequoia Elisabeth

As I said in my earlier blog posts, doing your research concerning transition and SRS/GRS is very important. I can help with this process since I have done quite a bit myself. Please check out this page in my Gender Learning Center (Click here).

SRS/GRS is not as complicated as one would think. The procedure has been done now for over 50 years and lately the surgeons are getting very good at it. Some of the issues to be concerned with are logistics, cost and convenience. The skill of the surgeon is a very hot topic and while this is important, it is not as big an issue as it would seem. Depending on where the surgery is done, most countries have strict standards doctors must abide by, especially since surgery and medical care has become a commodity that brings in big money. Thailand and India are emerging as world leaders in this market so they definitely deserve a close look and your consideration when it comes to choosing your surgeon and location. The price you pay is many hours in a plane traveling across the world to save a few thousand dollars. When you can barely sit down, being in an airplane for 20+ hours is not appealing. Of course there are options to cope with this such as meds and cushions.

The USA has several very good surgeons now doing SRS/GRS, so look closely at the local options. Most gender therapists will know who they are as do the gender support groups. I will not list them here because I would leave some out and that is not my purpose here. The informational sites I list on my website do include several surgeons material, however I chose them on the basis of information provided, not on how good the surgeon is.

Logistics includes things like travel, housing, post care, assistance during recovery, preparations before surgery, documentation (passport, proper ID, surgery letters from your therapist), and medical records. Each surgeon will have requirements for you to meet, and they give ample advanced notice in most cases, however it is prudent to research this, so you are prepared. Call it peace of mind.

Cost is an issue that we all are acutely aware of. Many options exist however it is recommended that you get references from the surgeon you choose and make sure the location has the resources to provide safe and effect treatment in the event of an unexpected emergency. The costs include, travel, housing, food, surgeon fees, hospital fees, operating room fees, anesthesia fees, and medicines. Most surgeons have package deals so make sure exactly what you are getting and what will be extra. The recovery time is at least two weeks and many take as much as six weeks, so another cost is time off of work.

Convenience is the last concern when choosing a surgeon and location. It is not to be under estimated. From the many post op transsexuals I have talked with, being able to travel a short distance to the surgery center and home again is a real plus. The horror stories of being on a plane for hours and hours is something to consider carefully. Take into consideration your age, possible side trips, who will be with you, and your travel experience. Those who are seasoned travelers will be more inclined to go far to save a little money. I also hear that sightseeing in places like Thailand can make it all worthwhile. Don’t rule out locations such as Europe, Mexico, Caribbean, India, or Canada. Of course I moved to the San Francisco bay area because there are at least three surgeons here that I can choose from and I will not have to travel at all.

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SRS/GRS Treatment Planning

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Where does SRS/GRS fit into the treatment plan for Gender Incongruity(GI)/Gender Identity Disorder(GID)? The terms GRS (Genital Reassignment Surgery) and GI (Gender Incongruity) will be used from here on to make this flow easier. The diagnosis has been made and you are now in therapy, so what next?

The answer to this question is really up to you and your therapist or physician. There are no rules here so I recommend doing your research and getting to know the options as well as getting to know yourself a little better. Your therapist should be helpful in guiding you in the decision of whether you need GRS and where to place it in your treatment plan. It is not their decision to make though, it is yours. Please understand that you are responsible for finding your way to relief. The professionals are there to help and provide guidance.

The next step is to decide if you have enough funding to get the surgery soon or will it be years before you can afford it? If you have money or the resources to get it, then you have several options. Even if you don’t have the money now, you have options. Here they are. Get an orchiectomy right at the beginning (if you are FtoM – hysterectomy) so you do not have to take hormone blockers. For FtoM it just makes the testosterone that much more effective. Any cosmetic surgeries desired can be done later in the transition as is convenient. After fully transitioning and living in the chosen gender and knowing you are happy, get the full GRS. This option makes the most sense to me, however most doctors are uneasy with this choice, probably because they are not the ones with discomfort. (Reproduction desires need to be addressed also, since this option sterilizes)

The next option is to get hormone treatment and electrolysis done and after going full time as your chosen gender, have GRS done and leave cosmetic surgery to last. The reasoning here is financial and basically goes in order of importance and cost. This seems to be the most popular option chosen, for obvious reasons. Start where you are and take a new step each day toward your ideal.

Those with lots of money sometimes get carried away with the surgeries and do all kinds of physical alteration without fully embracing the changes emotionally. From my experience this is a difficult path and somewhat backwards. Gender transition is an emotional process and the surgery is meant to assist in the assimilation into society. Where the surgery is very important, so is taking the time to learn what it means to be a woman when you were raised as a man, or vice versa. Jumping in with the surgery can lead to disaster when you have changed your appearance and not your self concept.

When I first started my journey one of the questions I asked my therapist is where does GRS fit into my treatment? (I already knew I wanted it, and most of us do) He told me it does not matter if you get it early or later, the important part is to break down the false persona you created to fit into society and allow your natural self to emerge. The surgery will re-enforce your feelings and make it easier for you, but does not really matter to a person who will never see between your legs! GRS is for your own satisfaction in knowing your body reflects your self image.

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Is SRS Really Necessary?

by Sequoia Elisabeth

This is first in a series of blogs on Sex Change Surgery, so the obvious question “Is SRS/GRS Really Necessary?” Right from the start I will concede this is a loaded question; however, it is a question I have asked myself many times. The answer is as individual as the person considering it. The answer should NOT be undertaken alone and should be a consensus by medical professionals trained in gender issues and the transsexual individual. The bottom line is no one can tell you what your gender is! Gender is self determined, however the treatment for Gender Incongruity or Gender Dysphoria as it used to be called is a complex issue that requires guidance. I am not saying it could not be done alone, only that is much easier and more rewarding when support is provided by caring professionals, friends, and family.

With this being said, it would be foolish to jump to a conclusion when something as drastic as SRS (Sex Reassignment Surgery) or as some prefer, GRS (Genital Reassignment Surgery) is considered. The question of other conditions being present such as mental illness, birth defects, medical conditions etc. needs to be ruled out before surgery is implemented. Just as a doctor considering a liver transplant will make sure the patient does not have any other severe conditions which may hamper recovery from the surgery; it is only prudent to take an informed approach. Thus we have the WPATH Standards of Care which recommend a thorough medical work up, Psychotherapy evaluation, CHT (Contra Hormone Therapy), and living at least a year in the chosen gender to avoid the possibility of erroneous Gender Incongruity diagnosis.

The treatment for Gender Incongruity (GI) or GID (Gender Identity Disorder, as it used to be called) is the surgical adjustment of the genitals to conform to the gender identity of the individual. Counseling and/or psychotherapy is part of both the diagnosis and the treatment. Dealing with an issue this large should not be undertaken alone. At the very least a person with gender questions should see a professional that specializes in the treatment of gender disorders. There are resources online that will help to identify those professionals, please see this link (take your time and read carefully).

Getting back to the issue of “is it necessary” I offer another link to a blog that considers this issue nicely. Having been on this journey for a long time, I will share my personal experience on this question after having talked to many pre and post op transsexuals. I only know of a few cases of post op transsexuals who were not happy with the surgery. Three of those were media hyped cases of individuals who were mislead by society. Personally I have known only one person (a pre-op transgender) that transitioned with hormones for 10 yrs and then decided to de-transition and live in their former role.

On the other side of the coin I have met dozens of post op transsexuals who tell me it was the best decision they ever made. They lead happy productive lives just as they did before they transitioned. The variation in the success of SRS/GRS is as varied as the individuals undergoing the procedure, however it is my firm belief that if this option was not the best choice then there would not be so many surgeons doing the procedure today and it would not be considered medically necessary as it is by the AMA, IRS and some Insurance Companies today (see above links). It is true that not many Insurance companies will cover SRS/GRS, but their numbers are growing as is the mainstream medical communities support for this treatment of Gender Incongruency.

Choosing to undergo SRS/GRS is not something anyone should take lightly, however it is a viable option nowadays that offers excellent results of both form and function! It is time the rest of the medical community step up and see that Gender Incongruity is a serious issue that has viable treatment options with excellent results.

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Sex Acts and Partners

by Sequoia Elisabeth

The following is a section of chapter five in Sex and Sexuality. Life begins in relationship with Mother and quickly you are thrust into a world of relationships. Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles and every other person in your life, including the doctor who brought you into the world have a relationship with you. Even the people you pass on the street are a potential interaction and thus a relationship. You don’t even have to know them for an interaction to occur. So in reality you have some sort of relationship with everyone and everything on earth and beyond, although often a distant relationship. Once the probabilities are considered you quickly realize that relationships are what life is all about.

Take this investigation of relationships to the pinnacle, and it becomes clear that all relationships are with God. How so? Simply in the fact that God is All There Is! Even you are God expressing, so you are always and all ways in a relationship with God. How you experience this relationship is up to you by the actions you choose to take and the events you choose to participate in. When you stop and think about this it could be the most profound understanding in your life. I Am God, you are God, and we are all expressing God!

The food you eat, the clothes you wear, and the homes you live in are all a part of this Divine Relationship. The beauty of the whole system is humbling. Just take a minute, sit back and appreciate every little thing in your life. Each part of the whole feeds another part and thus the whole is sustained this is why it is called the cycle of life.

As human beings we have relationships with each other that take many forms and serve many functions. Close personal relationships are often the most profound because they are so intimate. Who we love and who we allow to love us is an integral aspect of the human life experience. When we enter puberty our bodies begin to mature and hormones start surging through us. Relationships thus begin to take on a whole new aspect! No longer are we mainly concerned with family and friends. Romance becomes the most important relationship in life.

How you interact with others is an expression of who you feel yourself to be. Since every relationship is with God, this divine relationship can take on many different faces. It is up to you to decide how you choose to express yourself, who you partner with, and who you have sex with.

My intention here is to help you more fully appreciate your life and live it to the fullest. For now just know that when you make love to your partner, God is connecting to God!

Our bodies are a learning tool and we use them to communicate with others. We see, touch, hear, taste and smell with our bodies all of which are forms of communication. A hand shake, a hug and kiss on the cheek are messages of love with increasing levels of intimacy. Touching is one of the most pervasive forms of communication we have in our society. Who are you Loving today?

🙂 Sequoia Elisabeth

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Hormone Balance

by Sequoia Elisabeth

The following is an excerpt from Sex and Sexuality the new eBook from Unity in Gender Diversity. There are a few comments in addition at the end of this blog.

“A hormone (from Greek ὁρμή – “impetus”) is a chemical released by a cell in one part of the body, that sends out messages that affect cells in other parts of the organism. Only a small amount of hormone is required to alter cell metabolism. It is essentially a chemical messenger that transports a signal from one cell to another.” (Wikipedia, 2010). The message is imperative for the proper function of the target cells. The area of the body this book is concerned with is the sexual functions and since this is not a medical journal the descriptions are targeted to the layman. The purpose of this chapter is to demonstrate the power and the importance hormones play in our lives. Nowhere is this more evident than in the transsexual.

“In order to function, the body needs healthy endocrine glands that work correctly, a properly functioning blood supply to move hormones through the body to their target points, receptor sites on the target cells for the hormones to do their work, and a feedback system for controlling how and when hormones are produced and used. Any disruption in that system can cause problems that may require medical intervention.” (FtMGuide.org, 2010).

“Hormones have the following effects on the body:

stimulation or inhibition of growth
mood swings
induction or suppression of apoptosis (programmed cell death)
activation or inhibition of the immune system
regulation of metabolism
preparation of the body for mating, fighting, fleeing, and other activity
preparation of the body for a new phase of life, such as puberty, parenting, and menopause
control of the reproductive cycle
hunger cravings

A hormone may also regulate the production and release of other hormones” (Wikipedia, 2010).

“The hormones commonly considered to be “sex hormones” in the body are testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone. Testosterone is often referred to as a “male” hormone, and estrogen and progesterone are often referred to as “female” hormones. However, it is interesting to note that no exclusively “male” or “female” hormones have been identified. All hormones characterized to date are present in all people regardless of sex, as are the receptor mechanisms that respond to those hormones.

In fact, the physical observation of the sexes we call “male” and “female” in nature is the result of differences in the amounts of individual hormones in the body and differences in their patterns of secretion (first in utero and then again during puberty) rather than their presence or absence. In other words, testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone are produced by men and women, but in differing amounts and in different patterns.” FtMGuide.org (2010)

The existence of transsexualism demonstrates the difference between male and female is degree and this also is why males can change to females and vice versa. It is simply a matter of communication with the cells of the body which is done with the use of hormones. Please remember though that it is the individual’s gender identity and brain makeup that determines whether the hormones should be balanced for male or female.

The quote above mentions receptor mechanisms and when the brain is female, it has mostly estrogen receptors and therefore needs estrogen to function properly. The male brain is the opposite. If as in transsexuals a female brain develops in a male body, these mechanisms cannot function properly, thus brain function is reduced. From this author’s perspective, the areas affected are mostly in the emotional department but also other areas, such as ability to think clearly and comprehend at a deep level. Language skills are much improved since supplying the proper hormones.

If a male brain takes estrogen the receptors do not match up and the result is wild emotional outbursts and erratic behavior. This not being my area of expertise, I will say from others I have spoken to that the female to male transsexual would experience similar difficulties before CHT.

It is sort of like putting diesel fuel in a gasoline engine! The human body is a remarkable structure and it adapts to many situations, however when the proper hormones are present they function like messengers and open pathways to proper function depending on brain structure, not sexual organs.

The lesson learned here is that male and female really are fairly superficial aspects of our being and that every human has both, otherwise there would be no way for a male to take female hormones and take on the characteristics of female (or vice versa). The proper balance for gender identity and brain makeup is what is most important.

🙂 Sequoia Elisabeth

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Socialization

by Sequoia Elisabeth

The holiday period between Thanksgiving and New Years is a social time of year that some people dread. Why would they dread this joyous time you ask? Social interaction is something that all humans need to survive. We are social animals! This need can be difficult to meet when you feel like an outsider or if you feel like you do not belong. Finding your place in the world can sometimes be a life long journey, and it is worth pursuing. We all have a reason for being and finding that can be one of the most satisfying things you can do in your lifetime.

This season, why not get out and meet some new people, go to a new church, attend a new group, take a class in decorating, or whatever it is that you enjoy doing. The important thing is that you are with others. Before you go out though, do some reflective work with how you feel about yourself.

The journey begins within your own heart, not out in the world. Those who look outside themselves for answers, go without. Upon inner reflection and getting comfortable with yourself you can begin to explore the outer world. Just because you are going through some motions like going to school, going to work, and doing activities does not mean you are exploring. So what do I mean? I mean for you to discover who you are and share that with the world. Once you have found the acceptance within your heart then you will find it in the world.

I like to think of my life as a rose bud unfolding, revealing its inner beauty. So now that you have decided to share yourself with others get out there and re-member. Join groups that interest you and give your all. Keep the groups limited to a few that you are passionate about and become passionate about them. Volunteer in the community, be active, and most importantly do this from authenticity. This means, be honest with yourself about who you are and share that even if it is non-conforming. It does not mean that you try to be different, it means that you be yourself without concern that you will be accepted, because you have accepted yourself!

Once you have accepted yourself all else is gravy! If someone objects or questions who you are that is fine, because what they think of you is none of your business. Objections and resistance from the outer world is simply a sign that you have more inner work to do. Do not waste your time attempting to change them, instead go within and change your own heart. You will be amazed at the reception you get from the outer world when your inner heart is healed!

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A Path To Change

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Transition is not only for us as humans; the entire Earth Mother is transitioning and this is connected with the Galaxy and Universe as well. The timing right now is perfect for you to step up and embrace your birth heritage. Many people have been hiding behind personas they believe serve them and for many years they have. The time has come for everyone to let go of the old paradigms of thinking, analyzing, and intellectualizing every little decision.

The time has come for everyone to live from the heart. The heart center is the home of your connection to soul. Your authentic self resides here and is asking to be heard. Many people think that wisdom is of the brain and that the most important organ of the human body is the brain. This has been the bases of life here on earth for the past 2000+ years and our Mother Earth is ready to change. We have accomplished much in the past and technology is an amazing tool. Let us use this tool to connect our hearts! As awareness grows and the shift in Mother Earth occurs we can each play our part in assisting the birth of a New Earth.

Divine Feminine energy is taking control of the situation here on earth. In order to move ahead we must each accept the responsibility to live an authentic life that stems from our Heart center. If this means living your life as a gender variant or sexually diverse being then so be it. If this means unleashing your creative side and following your dreams, now is the time. Deep within you is a well of Love and all you need do is break it open and allow it to flow. Sometimes we need help with this and I offer this quote as explanation.

People think a soul mate is your perfect fit, and that’s what everyone wants. But a true soul mate is a mirror, the person who shows you everything that is holding you back, the person who brings you to your own attention so you can change your life.
A true soul mate is probably the most important person you’ll ever meet, because they tear down your walls and smack you awake. But to live with a soul mate forever? Nah. Too painful. Soul mates, they come into your life just to reveal another layer of yourself to you, and then leave.
A soul mates purpose is to shake you up, tear apart your ego a little bit, show you your obstacles and addictions, break your heart open so new light can get in, make you so desperate and out of control that you have to transform your life, then introduce you to your spiritual master…
~ Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat, Pray, Love)

So where does this spiritual master reside? Within the soul!

The next time you get into place of confusion or where you need to make a major decision get in a quite spot, sit still and allow your heart to speak to you. For more on meditation click here. Imagine a green flame burning brightly in your heart and focus on that. Relax and focus on the flame. With practice you can do this in a moment’s notice and maintain this connection all the time. I believe the urgency for all humans to learn and practice this is great and growing!

Another meditation that works well for transgender individuals is to visualize two flames, one pink and one blue. As you relax allow the images to merge into one purple flame. Feel the energy as you do this and focus on the heart, right in the middle of your chest between the breasts. This is not your physical heart but your spiritual heart and it is dead center in your body. Pay attention, it has a message of Love for you!

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Transgender Day of Remembrance

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Have you ever considered why this day of remembrance is important? How about the advocacy work that so many organizations do? Does it work and why does it work? I mean what makes advocacy work! I remember being distressed by the thought of everyone gathering around and sharing victim stories and it was almost like death was a success. And indeed it is a success for ego mind, but that is another story.

Today I would like to shine the light on why it is important to remember events of the past and to honor those who have gone before you. The obvious answer that I have heard many times, “learn from your past or you are doomed to repeat the mistakes”, falls short. The other answer that these individuals are important as human beings and kindred family is indeed one of the reasons, but to me not the most important.

The real gift here is that injustice is brought to light. Awareness is raised in the minds of all people and they see that violence is destructive and unjust. Transgender Day of Remembrance brings our community to the main stream consciousness in a cry for equal rights. It is a statement that we are people too and deserve to be treated as well any other person. The fact that often gets lost in communities is we are all humans and a part of the whole of life; it is not us against them! Let me emphasis this point. It is never about US vs. THEM in any situation. When this perspective is taken it becomes a losing proposition. One if not both parties loose. The Equal Rights movement is about equal rights for everyone. No one person is better than any other or more deserving or less deserving of common basic human needs such as personal security, love, self esteem, personal fulfillment, cultural security, and participation, plus a right to life, liberty, freedom of thought, expression and identity, and equal treatment before the law. Let us focus on the things we all desire.

In the end what makes advocacy work is the Universal Law of Attraction among other laws. What you focus on grows. Or to say that another way, the energy of attention is a funnel that sends this power where ever it is pointed. If you are focusing on the things that are wrong or broken or painful then you get more of them. However if you are focusing on what is working, how systems are supporting you and what you like about a certain person, place or thing then you will get more of that! This seems simplistic I know and there are details if you wish to know more. This works, I am a living testament to it and actually so are you!

Take advantage of this Day of Remembrance to focus on what you loved about that person who has lost or taken their life. Focus on the laws that have been passed recently which raise awareness to what is acceptable and what is not. Share your dream of the world you wish to live in! It is important to be heard, we all deserve this so listen to others and treat them the way you wish to be treated. There are no victims only volunteers, thus I honor all the beautiful people who have volunteered to be symbols of change and to shine the light on a community’s needs.

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Metacognition

by Sequoia Elisabeth

The dictionary defines it as awareness and understanding one’s thinking and cognitive processes; thinking about thinking. (Dictionary.com) I have discovered that it is a valuable tool in transition. My ministry and much of the New Thought movement are based on this. The Buddhists teach a form of it as a method of enlightenment. We are going to apply it to transition as a tool for deepening the journey and enriching the experience.

As we have discussed before, transition is changing from one state of being to another. Metacognition is a great tool for use in this process. Take gender transition for example. In order to change from one state, say male to female, then one must know that they are a woman inside a man’s body. Awareness of who you are is vital to the transition and the best way to know this is to find out who you are not through a process of elimination. This requires an exploration of beings in your world and an insatiable curiosity of the surrounding environment.

I first learned of this term metacognition from my voice coach and have since had some pretty amazing realizations. Starting with my concept of who I am depends on the concept of others. It is a fascinating dynamic. I know now that I feel female and I was born male. The term transgender has been invented to describe this state of being. I am a woman in a male body. The physical transition for me is about complete, my body appears female.

When I go out in public people treat me as they would any other tall woman, with curiosity and smiles. I no longer get questions as to whether I am male or female. They see a woman and assume that truth, just as they did before when they assumed I was a man. The interesting part is that their reaction depends not only on what I look like but act and think like. Yes, my thoughts and expectations make a difference and this is to be expected. The thing that I found interesting is their thoughts and expectations make a difference too. Basically you experience what you expect from what you see. People take each other at face value. If I were instead running around in a wheelchair I would be treated as a handicap person, and I would act that way! Your appearance dictates your behavior.

As an example, I find that I act more feminine and am able to speak with a more feminine voice around people I do not know. When I am around others who know that I am transgender and born a male my voice is lower and I act less girly. The dynamic is a valuable tool in the process of transition because now we know that our behavior depends not only on a personal choice but on a larger perception. I am who I believe myself to be, as well as who others believe me to be, and this is in perfect alignment with the teachings of Oneness that I have dedicated myself to share.

“As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.” Proverbs 23

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Are You Man Or Woman?

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Do you feel like a man or like a woman? What is a certain gender supposed to feel like? How do you know? I realize that most cisgender people have not considered these questions, but for a transgender or transsexual individual it is of constant concern. Gender incongruency is something that ~98% of the population can’t even fathom. What if the concept of gender as taught in the schools the last 100 years is inaccurate?

First understand the difference between sex and gender. Sex is determined by the parts between the legs and gender is determined by the parts between the ears. At least this is the modern or current understanding by science. Consider the possibility that each person is here in this reality for a purpose and they have chosen the roles they are to live before they are even born.

What if in fact gender is determined by consciousness, the field which surrounds the body and everything in creation. What if no one is born with a gender and instead they acquire it. Much like sexual orientation must be discovered by the individual. I cannot tell my brother that he is gay or straight or if he is man or woman. These are things he must discover. Life is a discovery! And we are explorers.

The prevalent teaching about God or Great Spirit or Universal Mind or Infinite Intelligence (or whatever you choose to call this energy) is that it has no sex or gender. Eastern philosophies have known this for centuries and in the past few centuries the western philosophies are accepting that God is not a man sitting on a throne up in heaven, some people more than others. I do not have actual statistics on this, but from what I gather this concept is changing.

The idea I present here today is that God is all there is and since God is all, so are we. This means that no one has a gender or a sex in reality! Those things only exist in this reality we call life on earth. We are indeed all androgynous beings of light! You may have seen this image presented before as alien life, for instance in the movie Cocoon (1985) or in episodes of Star Trek and in multiple instances in the media. Everything is energy.

I mention the idea of androgyny here because I feel this is the truth of nature. I believe that hetero and homo sexuality are creations of the human mind or the mind of man. This goes for what makes up a man or woman, male or female also. How do you know what a man or woman feels like? You do not, anymore than anyone else does. Just because you seem to have been born male or female does not mean you know what a man or woman feels like. It is what you say it is.

In the end you feel like YOU. Accept this feeling and get comfortable with it; it is all you will ever have in this lifetime. No matter what you change on the outside, the inner core remains the same. The experience will change and this is the point of the material world anyway. Enjoy the ride and only act with authenticity in your life. Live with pride! This is your role in life and it is mine.

Sequoia Elisabeth 🙂

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The Other Side of the Coin

by Sequoia Elisabeth

For every person who is suffering, there is someone who is living in Joy. For every person who is bullying others, there is someone who is Loving all who they meet. Often the bully’s are hurting as much or more than their victims. High school is a right of passage that all Americans experience. How you handle it is not only a reflection of who you are, but of how you were raised!

Puberty is a time when so many aspects of life are changing and it is when those who are gender incongruent smack head on with a wall of confusion. Not to mention figuring out sexual orientation. If you have ever looked at the questions on sites like yahoo answers the number of questioning teenagers is amazing. They are discovering sexuality and gender identity from different perspectives and finding what works best for them and this goes for all teenagers. The environment in which they are raised will have much to do with whether they feel safe to be themselves.

Are you providing an open, loving and accepting environment for your children to grow up? Do you set an example for them by treating everyone you meet as an equal? In order to create a world of equality, one must embody it first! As we do this then those who follow will do the same, it is human nature.

There can be no better role model than Jesus Christ. When you fully understand his personal teachings you will have the skills to be a role model. I recommend A Course in Miracles (ACIM), A Spiritual Sex Manual, and The Art of Spiritual Peacemaking for starters. There are literally hundreds of books and teachings that are based on these teachings. One of my favorites that applies to the discussion of bullying in our schools is posted below. The before mentioned books teach how to do what this prayer suggests. May your journey be a peaceful and prosperous one.

Christian Prayer for Peace

Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be known as the Children of God.

But I say to you that hear,

love your enemies,

do good to those who hate you,

bless those who curse you,

pray for those who abuse you.

To those who strike you on the cheek offer the other also,

and from those who take away your cloak, do not withhold your coat as well.

Give to everyone who begs from you,

and of those who take away your goods, do not ask them again.

And as you wish that others would to do you, do so to them.

If anyone needs this explained to them please contact me, I am more than happy to get into the details and meaning of this prayer. To me it is self evident what it means, however from the state of affairs worldwide many do not understand this prayer, much less read such things. May we all be Blessed in our Journey of Love!

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Bullying?

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Bullying is getting blamed for a string of suicides in the LGBT community. Since I am not responsible for my own life, it must be the other guy’s fault, especially those mean kids who call me names and disrespect me. Right? This is portentous ground we travel on here!

Here is a video from the “It Gets Better” project started by Dan Savage. They offer some compelling statistics and a convincing argument against bullying. Is this not a “no brainer?” Harming anyone in any way, verbally, physically, or mentally is simply wrong, not because there is a right way and a wrong way, but because what you do onto another, you have done to yourself! The Oneness concept is so important to understand in this regard.

Suicide is hard to explain because the individual committing the act is not around to explain. However, since there is but one mind, the reasons can be ascertained by simply looking at the individual’s life. Being a transgender woman who has attempted suicide I can tell you from personal experience it is not about blaming anyone. All suicide is a cry for help on some level. The reason anyone commits suicide is because they have no other options they are aware of. The key is “aware of”. Let’s give our children options! Anyone who has felt different or for some reason stands out must learn to deal with their situation.

Once again I am very familiar with this as a 6’11” transwomen! The best gifts I have received along my path have been coping skills combined with Loving support. There is often at least one person in your life that cares enough to show you that you are Loved. For me it was my Grandmother, along with others in my family who taught me that I am a worthy individual and a valuable person in this world.

Is this not what we all desire? A gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender person is no different than anyone else in this regard. We are human beings and we need to treat all members as equals! Just because someone is different is no excuse for abuse!

This Transition Blog’s main purpose is to teach coping techniques and Spiritual concepts. I am telling you now that when you have something to believe in, something larger than yourself, getting through the difficult situations that we all face is so much easier. You are never alone.

The other thing that helps get you through the rough spots is having friends; a community that supports you and loves you for YOU. I know that sometimes you feel like you cannot trust anyone, not even yourself! As the world closes in on you all goes dark, there is no way out! So Hara Kari wins… It does not have to!! There is always another choice, all ways and always!

The one thing that has helped me lately is to help others. When you help others you are helping yourself, it is an awesome principle. “It is one of the most beautiful compensations of life that no man can sincerely try to help another without helping himself.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Who’s Song Do You Dance To?

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Have you ever considered who rules your life? Do you? Or does someone else? Think about the laws which we submit ourselves to every day. Some make divine sense and are easy to accept, while others are not so easy to accept.

The thought of taking another’s life seems absurd to me as does the thought of harming anyone. When I eat anything I thank Great Spirit for providing me nourishment, whatever form it may be in. The concept of Oneness dictates that we are part of the whole so energy is simply changing forms. From plant to human, or animal to human, vice versa, etc. Life feeds on Life! When anything eats anything it is one form changing to another, and yes it is as simple as that, place no judgment on it!

What about more civil matters such as relationships? Who’s rules are you following? Society has certain dictates, as do you on a personal level. You have made certain promises to yourself, correct? What about legal rules like laws against sodomy or incest? What about marriage laws? Do you allow others to dictate to you who you can Love? Why? Have you ever jumped out of an airplane or off of a cliff? Many have and they are still here to tell about it.

The way I see it you either conform or not. If you desire to play the game of society you must play by their rules. Such as no same sex marriage, no sodomy or incest, no love unless you conform to the societal laws. If this brings you Joy and fulfills your heart then I say Awesome! If not, then I say listen to the heart! If you are following reason or listening to your thoughts you are most likely conforming to societal laws.

It is not about changing society! STOP trying to change the world around you and go within. It is about listening to your heart and ignoring society! Love, my children, comes from within you! Those who look outside them for love, go without! This goes for all situations and circumstances, although the way in which it manifests will be different for each person. The world around you is a message. Take heed! Love the loving and forgive the hate!!! Nothing in the world around you can harm you, for it is illusion. Have you ever considered why we can watch someone on TV or the movies die and not be concerned? We know it is illusion, right? So is this world! TV and movies are a message!

We basically have two choices, Love or not, and ultimately even those choices are illusion. Love is all there is, so attempting to be anything else is illusion. It is all Good! Make everything in your life OK. If you are transgender, then Love your body, if you have been abused then Love (for-give) your attacker, if you have been abandoned, then accept yourself! Just enjoy the ride! Row, Row, Row your boat 😉

I Love you Dear Ones!

Sequoia Elisabeth

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The Transgender Journey

by Sequoia Elisabeth

The transgender journey is a personal experience. Even though this is true, this journey has certain patterns or characteristics. Let’s look at some of the things that are similar with all transgender individuals.

First of all, we have all realized at some level when we were very young that our bodies somehow seemed “not right”. Whether we actually understood that our brains are one gender and our physical bodies are another is different for each person.

There comes a time when we need to experiment with crossdressing, this may last a lifetime or it may be very brief depending on the amount of guilt associated with this action. I remember my first time crossdressing only lasted a few minutes. I could feel this was right for me, that I am a woman but the fear and guilt almost killed me!

Going public with your “secret” is another phase of the journey. Once again this phase is characterized by fear; it grips you like no horror movie ever could. Hours are spent getting ready and you go out late at night to lessen the likely hood that you will be seen by someone you know, or that you will be discovered. Passing is everything! Once this has been done successfully, and excitement is felt and we get braver and braver.

Not all transgender realize that there are other transgender people so when they realize this meeting them becomes a high priority. It is a like attracting like, or Law of Attraction thing. This phase can occur before or after the coming out phase and will often motivate the individual to come out at least to their friends.

Coming out takes on all sorts of appearances, so it is hard to explain, the one thing that this phase encompasses is relief. Once the fear of your secret has been released, life gets much easier! The coming out usually starts with those closest to the individual and fans out from there. The relief can be so exciting that the individual comes out to everyone they know in one big blast. The results of which can be a mixed bag and depend on where the individual is on the journey. If they have done the inner work to make it all OK within them, then those in their life will be OK with it. If the guilt still rules their life then, well it can get ugly.

Once the transgender individual begins the life experience of living full time as the opposite sex, appropriate gender for them, life often takes major turns. Some loose it all, including jobs, relationships, pushing to the edge of losing their very life. Others are able to transition on the job, maintain their relationships and thrive! Once again it comes down to how mature the individual is and if they prepared for the changes. With proper preparation the journey is deeply Joyous and rewarding.

The next phase is one of empowerment were advocacy work becomes important. Helping others is almost a right of passage. We all do it to some degree. Some will do it the rest of their lives, although most reach a point where they are happy with their bodies and wish to live an average life. They have other concerns.

Some have surgery and some do not, but the point comes when you are just living your new life and all is well just as it is. The surgery is a high priority to some and to others it is not, I would say all transgender individuals consider it at some point. There are health concerns, cost and personal reasons to consider, not to mention sexual orientation. The surgery can occur at any point after the crossdressing stage, although the later, the better in my opinion. I say this because this journey is intense and can be very demanding. The individual’s maturity and inner healing is best done in advance, because surgery is not a cure, but just a part of the process. Yes, it does help to live the life of the chosen gender, but it is not required. Sex is a very personal thing and I will say that for the transsexual or transgender individual that intimacy can be a challenge, it has been for me. I expect surgery to help, but it may in fact make sex less enjoyable. This is why getting to know yourself is so important. How do you desire to experience intimacy? I am a “have your cake and eat it too kinda girl. 😉

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Bullying Is Nothing New

by Sequoia Elisabeth

Bullying happens at all ages, but during the teenage years it is especially difficult to handle because this is too young to have developed good coping skills. So in keeping with the theme of this blog, I would like to share my perspective on bullying. When President Obama makes a public plea to the American people to put a stop to bullying, you know the issue has grown to a level that needs attention.

The recent suicides that have made the news are nothing new, although they are tragic. The reality is that teens are susceptible to suicide whether they are LBGT or not, but it is actually the elderly that have the highest rate of suicide. While it is good to look at this issue and yes all children should be able to grow up in an environment free of bullying. The core issue here is not bullying, but respect for Life itself! Our children need to be taught to respect all life and to understand that everything they do, even little “jokes” are harmful when taken the wrong way or when they are allowed to get out of hand. For every action there is an equal and opposite re-action! The simple laws of physics can be applied.

When statistics are consulted the evidence shows that the middle age (45-54) and elderly years (75+) are the most likely time for suicide per the World Health Organization in a 2005 survey. The LGBT suicide rate is reported to be 2-3 times higher than average for teens from a study reported in 1999, although to me that seems a little out of date being at least 11 years old. The point of the statistics here is to point out the issue is not new, but is just getting well deserved press and exposure. The rules have not changed and our reactions should be the same regardless of what the world throws at you. Do onto others what you would have done onto you! Children do not always think about such things, so it is up to adults to model this for them, to remind them in a loving manner that everyone has feelings and to make them accountable so the lessons stick. Compassion can be used in all means of discipline! It is important to keep the wounding to a minimum when facing these issues.

Suicide attempts are a cry for help and it is help we need to be offering, not drugs or punishment. These kids need our Love and Compassion! They need support and someone to show them there is nothing wrong with them. Being Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgender is not abnormal, weird or anything of such. It is a normal biological variant in the mammalian species and other species as well. The law of probability shows that anything that is possible will eventually occur. Certain conditions occur more than others. Our differences are not to be condemned but celebrated! We are each special in our own way, this is our gift to the world! See this in another, like in the movie Avatar, “I SEE YOU”! See the value that each person possess and celebrate it, acknowledge it, accept it.

The answers always lay within, so to help another help yourself first by Loving yourself for who you are, no matter what that may be. Then you have the basis to share from. Everything you do is setting an example for someone else, so teach with your actions by accepting and loving everyone you meet just as they are! It is only as hard as you say it is. Life is Simple, easy is up to you!

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