The regret and remorse that comes with transgender therapy: one woman's story

Summary

Daisy Str. Strong, who transitioned to male at 18, now regrets the irreversible effects of her decision. Her transition was driven by depression, confusion about her gender, and excessive internet use. After years of hormone therapy and breast removal, Daisy began to feel incomplete, especially after the pandemic and her growing desire for motherhood and faith. Eventually, she made the difficult choice to detransition, facing challenges like her deepened voice and inability to breastfeed. Despite her struggles, Daisy finds hope in her faith and shares her story to help others avoid similar mistakes.

Takeaways

• 😀 Daisy Str. Strong transitioned at 18, initially wanting to become a man due to confusion and depression.
• 😀 Her transition involved hormone therapy and a name change, marking her shift to a male identity.
• 😀 After undergoing testosterone therapy, Daisy experienced changes like a deeper voice, body hair, and muscle mass.
• 😀 Two years later, Daisy had breast removal surgery, and was seen as a man by the public, which initially felt empowering.
• 😀 The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic led to Daisy's feelings of incompleteness resurfacing, triggering doubts about her transition.
• 😀 Daisy struggled with her identity, feeling a pull toward motherhood and Christianity, which led to her decision to detransition.
• 😀 She was terrified about her ability to find a partner post-detransition, feeling overwhelmed by permanent changes like her voice and scars.
• 😀 Despite difficulties, Daisy did not lose hope and found strength in her role as a wife and mother.
• 😀 After giving birth to her second child and facing challenges like the inability to breastfeed, Daisy reflected on her past choices with regret.
• 😀 Daisy's journey led her to convert to Catholicism, seeking a spiritual path and a new community of support.
• 😀 Daisy now shares her story publicly to help others avoid the same regrets, emphasizing the irreversible nature of her decisions.

Q & A

What led Daisy Str to undergo gender transition at the age of 18?

Daisy underwent a gender transition at 18 due to depression, confusion about her gender identity, and excessive internet use.

How did Daisy initially identify after her transition?

After her transition, Daisy identified as a male to female transgender person and went by the name 'Ali.'

What medical steps did Daisy take during her transition?

Daisy underwent male hormone therapy, which included testosterone injections, to induce physical changes like a deeper voice, more body hair, and increased muscle mass.

What significant changes did Daisy undergo two years after starting hormone therapy?

Two years after starting hormone therapy, Daisy had her breasts permanently removed and continued to live as a man, with a new name and presentation.

How did Daisy feel about being perceived as a man in public?

Daisy felt a sense of high and control from being perceived as a man in public, as it validated her identity and provided a sense of power over how others saw her.

How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect Daisy's feelings about her transition?

The COVID-19 pandemic led to Daisy feeling a decrease in the high she had experienced from her gender changes, while her depression and feelings of incompleteness resurfaced.

What internal conflict did Daisy face as she began to feel drawn to motherhood and Christianity?

Daisy struggled with confusion and feelings of incompleteness, leading her to reevaluate her identity and ultimately decide to detransition, fearing the irreversible changes she had made.

What was Daisy's fear after deciding to detransition?

Daisy feared that her deep voice and lack of breasts would make it difficult for her to find a partner, and she felt overwhelmed by the permanence of the changes she had undergone.

How did Daisy’s life change after her detransition?

After detransitioning, Daisy continued to face challenges, such as the inability to breastfeed after giving birth, but she remained hopeful and focused on rebuilding her life.

What was the role of religion in Daisy's journey after detransitioning?

Daisy and her family turned to Christianity, specifically Catholicism, after exploring different Protestant churches. They were received into the Catholic church, which became an important part of their healing and transformation.

What is Daisy’s purpose in sharing her story publicly?

Daisy shares her story publicly in the hope that it may help others avoid making the same mistakes she did, and to provide a perspective on the challenges and irreversible consequences of gender transition.