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  • OldEggNewTricks@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
    7·
    2 days ago

    So after seeing it recommended I’ve been reading “The Mimosa Confessions” and I agree, it’s very sensitively written. Although it suffers a bit from the “and then they passed, flawlessly, and with perfect fashion sense” trope which gave me some serious gender envy.

    Over the winter I’ve mostly been going with a “lesbian tomboy” aesthetic, and it’s been making me a bit uncomfortable recently. Inspired by the story I put together all my girliest stuff into an outfit for the weekend and it was great! I don’t feel like a man in a dress any more. Still have no idea what I’m doing fashion-wise, but I’m definitely going to push the boundaries a bit more for spring.

    Probably about time to get the ball rolling on SRS too, given how long waiting lists and preparation can take.

    Oh, and I’ve been trying out atomoxetine for ADHD. Doesn’t seem to be doing much for me yet, but at least it’s not tanking my blood pressure like guanfacine. Only a few registered physicians are allowed to prescribe methylphenidate here.

    • Zorsith@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
      2·
      18 hours ago

      I’m like, 40 days away from a psychologist appointment for ADHD diagnosis; so tired and so ready to stop playing on hard mode. I don’t have any interest in stimulants (bad childhood reaction to concerta, plus caffeine = naptime) so I’m hopeful strattera/atomoxetine (was on it as a kid) might work well for me.