even just picking up a takeout order associated with my deadname is like a flashbang

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something that kind of helps me is knowing that the people whos opinions actually matter to me know and care to use my actual name, though ik thats not how everyone feels and thats ok. just remember to take care of yourself and spend time with someone close to sort of reset if possible!

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my awesome boss is the best and still goes by his birth name at work:( I know his real name and wish I could call him that

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My job has fully accepted me and my new name. My home/family is a different story.

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