Tayyaba Jabeen
As a young person figures out who they are, their experiences are profoundly shaped by self-discovery, personal identity, and societal pressure. It’s a dynamic and introspective period marked by the quest to align their true gender identity with the world around them. This path is often challenging and demanding, but offers invaluable insight into resilience, self-tolerance, and the significance of fostering empathetic and supportive communities. Here are 20 heartfelt comics by Sophie Labelle, a trans creator talking about her experience as a trans child and providing a unique perspective on this profound journey.
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#1) Emotional vulnerability and gender roles.
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#2) Being yourself and therapy.
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#3) Anti-trans propaganda.
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#4) You are a transphobe.
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#5) Support your kids.
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#6) Gender-neutral bathrooms.
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#7) One hundred percent facts.
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#8) Gender diversity talks.
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#9) Love always wins.
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#10) Accepting love.
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Sophie Labelle is a transgender Canadian cartoonist, public speaker, and writer. With her comic Assigned Male, she draws upon her experiences as a transgender child to explore complex issues related to gender norms and privilege. This comic and series of zines have gained an impressive international following thanks to Sophie’s insightful outlook. It features a character named Stephie, a transgender girl discovering and embracing her gender. With support from a large online fan base, Sophie has become a role model for trans youth and their allies! Continue reading for more.
#11) A token cis is always appreciated but not when they outshine everyone else.
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#12) Trans march.
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#13) Long-distance relationships.
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#14) Cuddles help soften the blow.
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#15) Sometimes those who love you will greet you with a tuba.
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#16) Ouch.
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#17) The history of gender affirming care.
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#18) Wish they were actually silent.
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#19) I’m a barbie girl, in a barbie world.
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#20) You are absolutely valid.
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What did you think? Have you had a chance to read Sofie’s comics before or is this your first time? Let me know down below in the comments and stay tuned for more comics! Have a great day and don’t forget to share this with your friends.
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