In two words: Elliot Page. I imagine it will help a lot of trans people, some struggling with finding their true self, others not. Not only is he truly self-aware after a long journey, but he has found inner peace and they are as one.
If only the rest of us could reach that level of self-identification, self-love and inner contentment. For some, self-identity is seemingly set from early on in life while others will struggle with who their authentic self is for a lifetime. So sad. If only one could spend a day in their skin to feel their steps on their journey: doubt, anxiety, revelation, inner journey toward self-identification, acceptance both within and without and hopefully but more than likely, joy and self-contentment.
To be a member of any minority group requires tremendous courage en partant. Getting up in the morning and going about your life imposes on some an inappropriate and unacceptable categorization when being pegged by others. Alas, it shouldn't be that way but so often regrettably, it is.
What I wouldn't give to have the strength and sense of purpose of those who have luckily found their way, or at least hopefully remain steadfast on their inner journey.
We are all special in one way or another. That should always be recognized, appreciated, admired and most importantly, respected.
It is so easy to hate, to give in to ignorance, fear or the lesser demons of our nature. But God and humanity itself are naturally predisposed toward love, first of oneself and then others.
There is, in the final analysis but one thing that you can genuinely expect of yourself: it's called being your authentic self and if you're both grounded and truly lucky, you'll get to go there and be all you can be in this life.
That's my fondest wish and hope for Elliot. I don't like the word expectation but they seem to have arrived at a wonderful place of self-knowledge and true inner contentment. May he and those around them enjoy life's piquant and purpose for the rest of their days.
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