Mirrors are transphobic now.

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[–]milknciggiesLGBToxic 24 insightful - 1 fun24 insightful - 0 fun25 insightful - 1 fun -  (3 children)

I keep mentioning that I have a mental disorder, but I feel like it equates to having a disorder such as gender dysphoria somewhat. During certain times I struggle with mirrors and looking at myself and I know of many people with my condition or similar do as well. But are we asking to shift the world around us to accomodate us? NO. Because in the end, it does more harm than good. Everyone that is not neurotypical or different from the norm should respect social conventions, especifically the ones that are harmless such as having mirrors in public places!
My goal is to function as a member of society. I acknowledge my struggles, I am open about it but I strive to heal and not harm the people around me just because of my internal issues.
I think this is so important to understand, and the reason why I respect people with gender dysphoria who are self-aware adults just trying to live their life. They need help, not this toxic self indulgent bullshit.

[–]lovelyspearmintLesbeing a lesbian 5 insightful - 1 fun5 insightful - 0 fun6 insightful - 1 fun -  (2 children)

I'm autistic and I completely agree that the world shouldn't have to exhaustively accommodate for my needs. I'm aware that I struggle, and even more so since I have barely told anyone I know due to stigma and pre-conceived notions about my condition. However, it wouldn't be fair nor right to force others to think and speak the way I do so that I feel comfortable, because then that would make others suffer as I have. It's all about reaching a reasonable compromise, not a complete oppression of people who seemingly have it easier. Acknowledge and make things easier for others different from you, without encroaching on the rights of others. Covering up mirrors encroaches on the rights of those who want and need those mirrors, having an accessibility toilet hurts no-one and helps those who need it.

[–]milknciggiesLGBToxic 3 insightful - 1 fun3 insightful - 0 fun4 insightful - 1 fun -  (1 child)

Couldn't have said it better myself. People like us should support each other without bringing everyone else down. We just deserve basic kindness and respect, not to be coddled and kept in a crystal box. Sending much love your way x

[–]lovelyspearmintLesbeing a lesbian 3 insightful - 1 fun3 insightful - 0 fun4 insightful - 1 fun -  (0 children)

You too x