More Tools

• Fact Sheet and Glossary: Family members may have different ideas of what “transgender” means, or may be more or less familiar with language commonly used to describe gender. This fact sheet and glossary can create a shared foundation for talking about gender. 

Talking about feelings and experiences with family can sometimes be stressful. These resources can help you cope with that stress, and serve as a reminder that taking a moment to breathe and be mindful can be helpful.

• Text-based breathing exercise
• Notes on mindfulness and dysphoria
• Trans-led, guided meditation (Note: this link includes a transcript for accessibility purposes.)

The way people talk about “gender,” “sex,” and “sexual orientation” can be hard to understand at first. Below are some resources to learn about the similarities and differences between these concepts.

• Gender Unicorn
• Pronouns.org: Resources on Personal Pronouns

Do you ever feel like you know how you feel, but you can’t find the right words to talk about those feelings? Here are some worksheets for finding the words to talk about your feelings and needs.

• Feelings Wheel (detailed)
• Wheel of Emotions (simpler)
• Needs Wheel
• Feelings and Needs Handout
• “I” Statement Worksheet