S2E17: Why I Dislike the Term "Trans Widow"

Straight Wife Trans Life

The term “trans widow” is one that I thought I related to at first... until I didn’t. It is actually quite transphobic and in this episode, I share why it doesn’t sit well with me.

Mentioned and Related Links:

• National suicide prevention lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• LGBT National Help Center hotline: [phone]
• International Suicide Hotlines
• Opinion: A Letter to "Trans Widows", From an Actual Widow
• HBO Max: We're Here
• Opinion: I'm a Real Trans Widow - Anyone Saying Their Newly Out Trans Partner is 'Dead' Disgusts Me
• Opinion: Please Stop Saying "Trans Widows"
• The Williams Institute: Suicide Thoughts and Attempts Among Transgender Adults

Places to look for therapy and professional support:

• Psychology Today
• Coaching for Cis & Straight Partners of Transgender, Gender Diverse, and LGBTQ+ Folx

More transgender families:

• YouTube Channel: Great Scotts
• YouTube Channel: Jammidodger
• YouTube Channel: The Rage
• TikTok: TransitionTogether
• The Cut: My Husband is Now my Wife: Trans Women’s Wives on Their Own Dramatic Transformations
• Chicago Tribune: Suburban Wife Loves the Person, Not the Gender, After Spouse Comes out as Woman

Information for allies:

• PFLAG Guide to Being a Trans Ally(PDF)
• GLAAD Tips for Allies of Transgender People
• National Center for Transgender Equality ally guide
• Human Rights Campaign ally guide

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