Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
#322 Being Trans in a Red State: Olivia Haidar
#322 Being Trans in a Red State: Olivia Haidar
#322 Being Trans in a Red State: Olivia Haidar
Thursday 16th March 2017
Olivia Haidar discusses transitioning, hormone therapy, and overcoming stigma in a conservative Indiana town on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Olivia Haidar: Transitioning in a Conservative Town
I hope that people can just understand that we're people, we're not trying to hurt anyone, we're just trying to live our lives.
Imagine growing up in a place where being yourself feels like an act of rebellion. That's the reality for Olivia Haidar, a 29-year-old transgender woman, who shares her story on 'Mental Illness Happy Hour'. Olivia's journey of coming out and transitioning in a conservative Indiana hometown is both eye-opening and inspiring. She tackles common misconceptions about being trans, including some she once believed herself.
Olivia dives into the complexities of hormone therapy, gender reassignment surgery, and the stigma surrounding 'passing' as a trans person. Her candid discussion on growing up with gender dysphoria and facing suicidal thoughts is deeply moving. Olivia also opens up about her family dynamics, revealing the impact of an overprotective mother, an absent father, and an alcoholic, emotionally abusive stepfather on her mental health. Through it all, she highlights the importance of acceptance and understanding for transgender individuals.
This episode is a powerful conversation between Olivia and host Paul Gilmartin, offering listeners a glimpse into the resilience and courage it takes to live authentically, even in the face of adversity.