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Gender How Would You Approach Talking to Closed Minded Family Members About Gender Issues?

TLDR: How Would You Approach Talking to Closed Minded Family Members About Gender Issues?
In the forum thread, user PGen98 seeks advice on how to discuss gender and body issues with traditional-minded family members, anticipating a negative reaction. Users advise approaching the conversation without assumptions, suggesting that family members may surprise with their reactions and acceptance over time. Key points include: - **Guest**: Emphasizes the importance of not prejudging family reactions, highlighting the potential for a self-fulfilling prophecy. - **PGen98**: Acknowledges the advice and decides it's best to approach the topic directly rather than assume their reaction. - **Ozzy47 and lavalamp**: Suggest going forward honestly and being prepared for any outcome, emphasizing personal happiness and integrity. - **willowtigger**: Recommends choosing a calm time for the discussion and offers emotional support. - **Jay™ and other users**: Provide moral support and celebrate PGen98’s courage in facing this personal issue. Overall, the consensus is to approach the family honestly and without assumptions, giving them a chance to adjust and respond, while also preparing for any outcome and focusing on personal authenticity and happiness.
And I'm removing the word "disorders" from this subforum title. I don't believe gender dysphoria or body consciousness is a disorder, personally.
 
I don't know how I would approach this issue, even if I say something that would be too hypothetical or just an assumption. I think the best way to deal with this issue is to speak your mind even when your parents do not like what you are doing to say.
 
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