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Dee, I certainly understand your feelings. It was so so scary on many levels when I started my transition. There were so many steps, many fears to confront. I was fortunate that my wife gave me the support she did even while divorcing me. Also, my ability to move to another locale. I don’t mean to add pressure on you but the thing that consistently propelled me forward was this: We never know how long we have on this earth. Something happens and maybe we wake up in a hospital incapacitated or dying. I could no longer bear the thought of the regrets and disappointment in myself if I had allowed my fears to stand in the way of my living authentically. I must also add that at the start of my transition I had no idea how far I’d need to go. All I really knew was that I am trans. But even that self-awareness isn’t perfect. Even now, once in awhile, I ask myself if I did the right thing. Thankfully, I always answer unequivocally yes. Best wishes, Emma