You know, like “always split on 18,” or “having kids is the most rewarding thing you can do in life.”

What’s that one bit of advice you got from a trusted friend that you know deep, deep down would just ruin your thing?

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    “Just be yourself”

    Ask any neurodivergent person how that goes.

    We mask because we are often punished for being ourselves most of the time.

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      As a religious trans person, it’s deeply insulting how many anti-trans religious authorities say things like “don’t let the world tell you who you are, trust in the voice of God in your own heart” or something, and then go all surprised Pikachu when I’m still trans afterwards.

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      See also: “Just do (whatever task you’re struggling with).”

      As if it’s as easy as that for everyone.

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        I told my mum once that I hate washing the dishes.

        “Just wash up!” was the response. Yeah, cheers, mum. Didn’t think of that one.