As of now, I ask that you try to call me by my preferred name, and refer to me using she, her, and hers.
Talking to someone who isn't conforming to gender expectations can be confusing. Here's how to make it easy:
- If you mess up my name or pronouns at first, just acknowledge it and move on.
- I may correct you, either directly, or by saying "who?" This doesn't mean I think you are being malicious. It's a process for all of us.
- I may misgender myself sometimes. Habits can be cruel. I'll try to also acknowledge it and move on.
- I'm (usually) not as fragile as people think. Treat me like any other woman.