I had a conversation with my teacher about being transβ¦ π³οΈββ§οΈ
Teacher: "Are you sure you're not just confused?"
Me: "I've spent a long time understanding myself. I know who I am."
Teacher: "But you're still young. You might change your mind."
Me: "Being young doesn't mean my feelings aren't real. I just want to be respected."
Honestly, it hurt hearing that from a teacher. I don't expect everyone to understand me, but I shouldn't have to defend my identity just to be treated with respect π