Federica Leonardis
Federica Leonardis
How to Survive and Thrive after detransitioning, with Rachel
How to Survive and Thrive after detransitioning, with Rachel
How to Survive and Thrive after detransitioning, with Rachel
Thursday 8th October 2020
Rachel discusses transitioning, facing peer pressure, health complications, and detransitioning, emphasizing self-trust and acceptance in 'Tough Love'.
77 minutes
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Federica Leonardis
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Parenting & Children
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Get the buttons here!Rachel's Journey: Finding Herself After Detransitioning
Imagine embarking on a life-changing journey only to find yourself questioning every step. That’s what happened to Rachel in her early twenties when she began hormonal therapy to transition to male. Almost immediately, she felt uneasy about the changes happening to her body, but the overwhelming pressure from the transgender community and medical professionals pushed her to continue.
Fast forward five years, and Rachel's health took a severe downturn, forcing her to make the tough decision to stop testosterone and detransition. In this candid episode of 'Tough Love', Rachel opens up about the intense peer pressure she faced and the critical moment when she chose to listen to her inner voice. She shares the harrowing effects of ignoring one's own instincts and the importance of trusting oneself, even when it feels like the world is against you.
Rachel also touches on why it’s perfectly okay to have personal sexual preferences, a topic often fraught with controversy. This episode is a raw and honest look at the complexities of gender identity, peer influence, and self-acceptance. Whether you're grappling with similar issues or just curious about the human experience, Rachel’s story offers valuable insights into resilience and self-discovery.