Gender Identity Questions Answered For LGBT And Questioning Gay Youth

Gender identity and sexual preference are not a choice. Being who you are, you do not choose to be gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual. It's not something you choose. Your sexual identity is a discovery of who you are as an individual. It's how God made you.

For some, it's an easy decision. They feel their identity as a male or a female and feel a strong attraction to the same sex. It's not like they wake up on a Tuesday morning and say "you know what today I'm gay." It's a dawning of awareness. It's like the peeling back of the layers of an onion. As you peel back those layers, you discover more and more about yourself- who you are, what you like, what you don't like, what makes you happy, and what makes you sad.

It's a discovery, being gay or a lesbian is not a choice. And coming from the faith community, it's a discovery of who God made you to be. For some, they feel that they are trapped in a body that doesn't match the person and the feelings inside. These people feel strong feelings from their bodies that don't correspond with outside appearance. The transgender community wrestles with this complex process.

As a gay or lesbian youth, you may have feelings that you don't understand. You may not "get it". You're accustomed to seeing images of heterosexual relationships in society, male and female dating, and you think that's how you should be, but it's okay. Remember, discovering your sexual identity can be a fun and exhilarating process, it doesn't have to be traumatic or sad- you can have fun with it. Discover who the creature is that God made you to be. Make it enjoyable and enjoy life.

You are a gift to the world. You need to celebrate who you are. It's a celebration of God's wonderful creation and you, and God loves you regardless of your sexual identity or sexual preference. Sexual preference is kind of a strange phrase because it is a little more complicated since it's not like choosing your favorite ice cream is chocolate or ice cream or whether you like pizza or sushi more.

It's all about peeling back the layers of your identity and discovering yourself. Life is a journey of self-discovery and knowledge and you can rest safely knowing that God will always love you.

Visit a friendly gay church in Los Angeles. The Good Shepherd Church in Pasadena offers support and assistance to the LGBT community. More than just one of the gay churches in Los Angeles- it's a church for everyone.

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Gender Identity and the Conflict Within

Gender. Identity. What does it all mean?

They tell me that gender identity is the new hot topic. I wondered what exactly that meant. I mean after all hasn't gender always been an issue, wherever it has been the conflict of being a woman, or a man, and now both. Perhaps in the past, gender issues that affect us today were discussed with far more secrecy and ignorance. Whereas now with the help of technology and science the gender gaps have become smaller making individuals' happier in their bodies. Or is it even more confused?

I know that the LGBT community especially our transgender family are still met with considerable discrimination and hatred, however we do live in a time unlike any other where freedom to be ourselves is growing and awareness of differences is discussed openly. However, with knowledge and freedom comes also a sense of confusion, even more classification is required, and perhaps even more loneliness, "now I have all this knowledge what do I do with it?"

Which brings me to an email I received, a sincere letter that demonstrated the double edge sword that is today's gender identify issue, "I know I can be who I want to be, but how do I know what I am?" For some, it is as easy as making a cup of tea, they wake up and regardless of the body parts they know from within the person they are. Whole heartily they will claim their gender identity and live fully, and of course with bravery.

For others, well the lines are grey and distinctions are lost with feelings of having to choose. Why? Why choose any one identity in particular. What if for some of us our true identity is male and female, in equal amounts? What if you are truly both?

Many will fight to say that sex organs do not make the gender. I am one of those people, I don't believe having a vagina or a penis is the only aspect of gender. Yes, they help to make a general distinction but I feel we are a little more interesting and complicated than that. One piece does not make the whole! For example, when women have their breasts removed or uterus due to medical reasons does that make them any less of a women?

The Native American's have a beautiful expression for people like us, "two spirited" because in essence with hold both identities, and will feel one side more that another or be perfectly evenly distributed. However, for those who have no concerns as to their place on the gender identity continuum, I know their are many who it's a daily battle filled with insecurity and loneliness. Here is some information to hopefully to ease your journey to self-peace.

We can experience identity confusion at any age and it can be affected by our environment. If you are feeling disgusted by your genitals, isolate, are depressed, anxious, wish to get rid of your genitals, your confused about your self-concept, and are feeling suicidal you need to seek treatment in the form of individual therapy. There are options today that will allow you the space to grow in the direction you see for yourself and people who will help you.

Sex reassignment through surgery and hormonal therapy is an option, but identity problems may continue after these treatment if one is not whole within. The main reason is if we are not content with ourselves/soul, we will never feel complete with our body, our shell.

Remember:

The things that bring you happiness, and that all of us are unique in what brings us happiness and peace. Be at awe with who you are, your individuality and do not compare yourself to others.
Surround yourself with people that support you and make you happy.
Don't wallow in the differences but explore the uniqueness, claim it as your own!
Take off those lenses that make you see the world in black and white, and become a lover of the color that makes your world.
Be kind to yourself and spend time exploring your wants and needs, not what is expected and socially "normal."
Stay healthy. Take care of your body by eating right, seeing your doctor, and getting help for your mind regularly.
Most importantly, you deserve to be happy and your body can't create that nor can anyone else. It is in your mind and the beliefs you have of yourself is which happiness is created.

We are only on earth for a short journey, don't get stuck in the creases of ignorance. Be the Creator of your own path to who you are.

Alex Karydi~ The Lesbian Guru

I am an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor that has been trained in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender LGBT related issues. I write for the Examiner.com as their Lesbian Relationship Expert and am a featured writer on SexGenderBody.com. My intention is to start a movement towards a healthier and more supportive community! Where LGBTs can find each other, learn from one another, and build a stronger support system. I, myself, am on a personal quest in discovery for a healthier gay relationship and self-fulfillment.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to email me at TheLesbianGuru@Gmail.com with ExaminerQ as the title or you can follow me on my Blog http://thelesbianguru.com/! Are just Join The Lesbian Revolution of Health & Love on http://Facebook.com/TheFemmeGuru

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Gender Identity and the Conflict Within

Gender. Identity. What does it all mean?

They tell me that gender identity is the new hot topic. I wondered what exactly that meant. I mean after all hasn't gender always been an issue, wherever it has been the conflict of being a woman, or a man, and now both. Perhaps in the past, gender issues that affect us today were discussed with far more secrecy and ignorance. Whereas now with the help of technology and science the gender gaps have become smaller making individuals' happier in their bodies. Or is it even more confused?

I know that the LGBT community especially our transgender family are still met with considerable discrimination and hatred, however we do live in a time unlike any other where freedom to be ourselves is growing and awareness of differences is discussed openly. However, with knowledge and freedom comes also a sense of confusion, even more classification is required, and perhaps even more loneliness, "now I have all this knowledge what do I do with it?"

Which brings me to an email I received, a sincere letter that demonstrated the double edge sword that is today's gender identify issue, "I know I can be who I want to be, but how do I know what I am?" For some, it is as easy as making a cup of tea, they wake up and regardless of the body parts they know from within the person they are. Whole heartily they will claim their gender identity and live fully, and of course with bravery.

For others, well the lines are grey and distinctions are lost with feelings of having to choose. Why? Why choose any one identity in particular. What if for some of us our true identity is male and female, in equal amounts? What if you are truly both?

Many will fight to say that sex organs do not make the gender. I am one of those people, I don't believe having a vagina or a penis is the only aspect of gender. Yes, they help to make a general distinction but I feel we are a little more interesting and complicated than that. One piece does not make the whole! For example, when women have their breasts removed or uterus due to medical reasons does that make them any less of a women?

The Native American's have a beautiful expression for people like us, "two spirited" because in essence with hold both identities, and will feel one side more that another or be perfectly evenly distributed. However, for those who have no concerns as to their place on the gender identity continuum, I know their are many who it's a daily battle filled with insecurity and loneliness. Here is some information to hopefully to ease your journey to self-peace.

We can experience identity confusion at any age and it can be affected by our environment. If you are feeling disgusted by your genitals, isolate, are depressed, anxious, wish to get rid of your genitals, your confused about your self-concept, and are feeling suicidal you need to seek treatment in the form of individual therapy. There are options today that will allow you the space to grow in the direction you see for yourself and people who will help you.

Sex reassignment through surgery and hormonal therapy is an option, but identity problems may continue after these treatment if one is not whole within. The main reason is if we are not content with ourselves/soul, we will never feel complete with our body, our shell.

Remember:

The things that bring you happiness, and that all of us are unique in what brings us happiness and peace. Be at awe with who you are, your individuality and do not compare yourself to others.
Surround yourself with people that support you and make you happy.
Don't wallow in the differences but explore the uniqueness, claim it as your own!
Take off those lenses that make you see the world in black and white, and become a lover of the color that makes your world.
Be kind to yourself and spend time exploring your wants and needs, not what is expected and socially "normal."
Stay healthy. Take care of your body by eating right, seeing your doctor, and getting help for your mind regularly.
Most importantly, you deserve to be happy and your body can't create that nor can anyone else. It is in your mind and the beliefs you have of yourself is which happiness is created.

We are only on earth for a short journey, don't get stuck in the creases of ignorance. Be the Creator of your own path to who you are.

Alex Karydi~ The Lesbian Guru

I am an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor that has been trained in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender LGBT related issues. I write for the Examiner.com as their Lesbian Relationship Expert and am a featured writer on SexGenderBody.com. My intention is to start a movement towards a healthier and more supportive community! Where LGBTs can find each other, learn from one another, and build a stronger support system. I, myself, am on a personal quest in discovery for a healthier gay relationship and self-fulfillment.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to email me at TheLesbianGuru@Gmail.com with ExaminerQ as the title or you can follow me on my Blog http://thelesbianguru.com/! Are just Join The Lesbian Revolution of Health & Love on http://Facebook.com/TheFemmeGuru

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Gender Identity Questions Answered For LGBT And Questioning Gay Youth

Gender identity and sexual preference are not a choice. Being who you are, you do not choose to be gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual. It's not something you choose. Your sexual identity is a discovery of who you are as an individual. It's how God made you.

For some, it's an easy decision. They feel their identity as a male or a female and feel a strong attraction to the same sex. It's not like they wake up on a Tuesday morning and say "you know what today I'm gay." It's a dawning of awareness. It's like the peeling back of the layers of an onion. As you peel back those layers, you discover more and more about yourself- who you are, what you like, what you don't like, what makes you happy, and what makes you sad.

It's a discovery, being gay or a lesbian is not a choice. And coming from the faith community, it's a discovery of who God made you to be. For some, they feel that they are trapped in a body that doesn't match the person and the feelings inside. These people feel strong feelings from their bodies that don't correspond with outside appearance. The transgender community wrestles with this complex process.

As a gay or lesbian youth, you may have feelings that you don't understand. You may not "get it". You're accustomed to seeing images of heterosexual relationships in society, male and female dating, and you think that's how you should be, but it's okay. Remember, discovering your sexual identity can be a fun and exhilarating process, it doesn't have to be traumatic or sad- you can have fun with it. Discover who the creature is that God made you to be. Make it enjoyable and enjoy life.

You are a gift to the world. You need to celebrate who you are. It's a celebration of God's wonderful creation and you, and God loves you regardless of your sexual identity or sexual preference. Sexual preference is kind of a strange phrase because it is a little more complicated since it's not like choosing your favorite ice cream is chocolate or ice cream or whether you like pizza or sushi more.

It's all about peeling back the layers of your identity and discovering yourself. Life is a journey of self-discovery and knowledge and you can rest safely knowing that God will always love you.

Visit a friendly gay church in Los Angeles. The Good Shepherd Church in Pasadena offers support and assistance to the LGBT community. More than just one of the gay churches in Los Angeles- it's a church for everyone.

View the original article here

Gender Identity Questions Answered For LGBT And Questioning Gay Youth

Gender identity and sexual preference are not a choice. Being who you are, you do not choose to be gay, lesbian, transgender, or bisexual. It's not something you choose. Your sexual identity is a discovery of who you are as an individual. It's how God made you.

For some, it's an easy decision. They feel their identity as a male or a female and feel a strong attraction to the same sex. It's not like they wake up on a Tuesday morning and say "you know what today I'm gay." It's a dawning of awareness. It's like the peeling back of the layers of an onion. As you peel back those layers, you discover more and more about yourself- who you are, what you like, what you don't like, what makes you happy, and what makes you sad.

It's a discovery, being gay or a lesbian is not a choice. And coming from the faith community, it's a discovery of who God made you to be. For some, they feel that they are trapped in a body that doesn't match the person and the feelings inside. These people feel strong feelings from their bodies that don't correspond with outside appearance. The transgender community wrestles with this complex process.

As a gay or lesbian youth, you may have feelings that you don't understand. You may not "get it". You're accustomed to seeing images of heterosexual relationships in society, male and female dating, and you think that's how you should be, but it's okay. Remember, discovering your sexual identity can be a fun and exhilarating process, it doesn't have to be traumatic or sad- you can have fun with it. Discover who the creature is that God made you to be. Make it enjoyable and enjoy life.

You are a gift to the world. You need to celebrate who you are. It's a celebration of God's wonderful creation and you, and God loves you regardless of your sexual identity or sexual preference. Sexual preference is kind of a strange phrase because it is a little more complicated since it's not like choosing your favorite ice cream is chocolate or ice cream or whether you like pizza or sushi more.

It's all about peeling back the layers of your identity and discovering yourself. Life is a journey of self-discovery and knowledge and you can rest safely knowing that God will always love you.

Visit a friendly gay church in Los Angeles. The Good Shepherd Church in Pasadena offers support and assistance to the LGBT community. More than just one of the gay churches in Los Angeles- it's a church for everyone.

View the original article here

Gender Identity and the Conflict Within

Gender. Identity. What does it all mean?

They tell me that gender identity is the new hot topic. I wondered what exactly that meant. I mean after all hasn't gender always been an issue, wherever it has been the conflict of being a woman, or a man, and now both. Perhaps in the past, gender issues that affect us today were discussed with far more secrecy and ignorance. Whereas now with the help of technology and science the gender gaps have become smaller making individuals' happier in their bodies. Or is it even more confused?

I know that the LGBT community especially our transgender family are still met with considerable discrimination and hatred, however we do live in a time unlike any other where freedom to be ourselves is growing and awareness of differences is discussed openly. However, with knowledge and freedom comes also a sense of confusion, even more classification is required, and perhaps even more loneliness, "now I have all this knowledge what do I do with it?"

Which brings me to an email I received, a sincere letter that demonstrated the double edge sword that is today's gender identify issue, "I know I can be who I want to be, but how do I know what I am?" For some, it is as easy as making a cup of tea, they wake up and regardless of the body parts they know from within the person they are. Whole heartily they will claim their gender identity and live fully, and of course with bravery.

For others, well the lines are grey and distinctions are lost with feelings of having to choose. Why? Why choose any one identity in particular. What if for some of us our true identity is male and female, in equal amounts? What if you are truly both?

Many will fight to say that sex organs do not make the gender. I am one of those people, I don't believe having a vagina or a penis is the only aspect of gender. Yes, they help to make a general distinction but I feel we are a little more interesting and complicated than that. One piece does not make the whole! For example, when women have their breasts removed or uterus due to medical reasons does that make them any less of a women?

The Native American's have a beautiful expression for people like us, "two spirited" because in essence with hold both identities, and will feel one side more that another or be perfectly evenly distributed. However, for those who have no concerns as to their place on the gender identity continuum, I know their are many who it's a daily battle filled with insecurity and loneliness. Here is some information to hopefully to ease your journey to self-peace.

We can experience identity confusion at any age and it can be affected by our environment. If you are feeling disgusted by your genitals, isolate, are depressed, anxious, wish to get rid of your genitals, your confused about your self-concept, and are feeling suicidal you need to seek treatment in the form of individual therapy. There are options today that will allow you the space to grow in the direction you see for yourself and people who will help you.

Sex reassignment through surgery and hormonal therapy is an option, but identity problems may continue after these treatment if one is not whole within. The main reason is if we are not content with ourselves/soul, we will never feel complete with our body, our shell.

Remember:

The things that bring you happiness, and that all of us are unique in what brings us happiness and peace. Be at awe with who you are, your individuality and do not compare yourself to others.
Surround yourself with people that support you and make you happy.
Don't wallow in the differences but explore the uniqueness, claim it as your own!
Take off those lenses that make you see the world in black and white, and become a lover of the color that makes your world.
Be kind to yourself and spend time exploring your wants and needs, not what is expected and socially "normal."
Stay healthy. Take care of your body by eating right, seeing your doctor, and getting help for your mind regularly.
Most importantly, you deserve to be happy and your body can't create that nor can anyone else. It is in your mind and the beliefs you have of yourself is which happiness is created.

We are only on earth for a short journey, don't get stuck in the creases of ignorance. Be the Creator of your own path to who you are.

Alex Karydi~ The Lesbian Guru

I am an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor that has been trained in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender LGBT related issues. I write for the Examiner.com as their Lesbian Relationship Expert and am a featured writer on SexGenderBody.com. My intention is to start a movement towards a healthier and more supportive community! Where LGBTs can find each other, learn from one another, and build a stronger support system. I, myself, am on a personal quest in discovery for a healthier gay relationship and self-fulfillment.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to email me at TheLesbianGuru@Gmail.com with ExaminerQ as the title or you can follow me on my Blog http://thelesbianguru.com/! Are just Join The Lesbian Revolution of Health & Love on http://Facebook.com/TheFemmeGuru

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Questions of gender for LGBT and questioning the questions Gay youth

Gender and sexual identity are not the solution. Being who you are, you chose for the gay, lesbian, transgender or LGBT Portal. There is something selected. Sexual identity is to discover Who is individual. It is how God made you.

For some the decision is easy. A sense of identity as a male or female and feel a strong attraction to the same sex. This is not just wake up in the morning of Tuesday, and say "you know what I'm gay today." Is the dawning of consciousness. It's like being peeled back the layers of the onion. How can you peel back those layers, you can discover more about yourself-who you are, what you like, what you don't like, what makes you happy and makes you sad.

Is the discovery, with gay or lesbian is not a choice. And originating in the community of faith, is the discovery of who God made you for. Some feel, caught a unit that does not match that of the person and the feeling inside. These people feel a strong sense of their bodies, which do not correspond with the outside appearance. Afghanistan: transsexual community from this complex process.

Young gays and lesbians may have feelings that you don't understand. You may not "get it". Unfamiliar to the example images move relations in society, male and female Dating, and it seems that this is how it should be, but never mind. Keep in mind that discover the sexual identity can be fun and exciting, doesn't have to be traumatic or sad — you can use it. Discover that the creature is that God can be made. Make a fun and enjoy life.

You are a gift to the world. You need to celebrate who you are. Is God's creation of a great celebration and you, and God loves you regardless of sexual identity, or sexual preference. It is kind of strange sexual phrase because it is slightly more complicated because no such as dialing your favorite ice cream is a chocolate or ice cream or like pizza and sushi more.

Terms of zeskrobujac back the layers of your identity and discover yourself. Life is a journey of self discovery and knowledge and you can rest safe in the knowledge that God will always love you.

Visit gay friendly Church in Los Angeles. Good Shepherd Church in Pasadena offers support and assistance to the LGBT Community. More than just one gay churches in Los Angeles, is a church for all users.

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