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Are you happier while on PM or while not on it? In my opinion, the rest of your concerns are secondary and can be dealt with either way.

I partially agree. I'm all for individuals using pm to reduce their dysphoria and subsequently have an improved state of well-being. However, I think it can get complicated when using pm puts an unhealthy strain on the other areas of one's life such as relationships. I'm not saying individuals should deny their true self, but rather making a decision like taking pm can bring about consequences that may incur significant unhappiness.

However, it does seem that what other people think of you is pretty important. I often find that this is overblown. Most people in modern society are entirely too self-absorbed to notice/care what is going on with another person.

I've noticed the same thing, not only with NBE but when my crossdressing started picking up speed.

Additionally, the same people who would possibly discriminate against you based on appearance would likely find something else to hold against you anyway if not this...lol. Some people are just like that, and honestly they'll always find something to ridicule in others to feel better about themselves.

I've come to the same conclusion on this as you. It's unfortunate, but I think it's quite true. While it's never fun being discriminated against, I think it's better to know others' true colors sooner than later.