Jaz’s story of Holding on to Hope through the stress of transition

04/29/19 • 31 min

As a young girl, Jaz loved playing soccer and riding her BMX bike. When she hit puberty, her love of life deserted her. She’d spend hours standing in front of the mirror, arms straight by her sides wishing she could always hide her curves. For the next 20 years she tried to destroy herself, the thought of being able to end her pain through suicide her only comfort. She wanted to transition but worried about acceptance. Today, Jaz is 37 and three years into his transition. He hasn’t had s...

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Holding on to Hope - Jaz’s story of Holding on to Hope through the stress of transition

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Yeah, I think, look, if I hadn't made the decision to transition, I absolutely don't believe that I would be here today.

Beverley