The Conservative's Trans Daughter

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Living Between

A personal, political, and spiritual look at being trans while loving a conservative family and faith.

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I offer talks, panels, and interviews on trans life in conservative families, grounded in empathy, research, and lived experience.

A polished wooden writing desk with a balanced arrangement of objects: on one side, a small brass scale of justice and a vintage fountain pen resting on a legal pad; on the other, a neatly folded stars-and-stripes patterned scarf and a simple glass hourglass filled with pale sand. Behind them, a blurred bookshelf holds a mix of classic conservative titles and contemporary sociology texts. Warm, indirect lamplight from a shaded desk lamp creates a soft, golden pool of light on the workspace, accentuating textures in metal, paper, and fabric. Shot from a slightly elevated angle in photographic realism, the composition uses the rule of thirds to highlight the objects as symbolic stand-ins for time, tradition, and evolving identity, evoking a serious yet hopeful atmosphere.

I also provide informal consultations for parents, pastors, and leaders seeking practical steps to support trans loved ones.

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Here you’ll find articles, books, podcasts, and organizations that helped me reconcile conservative values with trans dignity. Explore critiques from the right, thoughtful theology, memoirs, and policy explainers, all chosen for nuance over outrage. Start here when you’re ready to learn without abandoning your beliefs or your humanity.