Responding to Criticism (and Haters)

Elle shares a recent experience where she received contemptuous and hostile attacks on social media about a transition ceremony she and her family celebrated together one year ago (read more about it here). She talks about how she chose to respond, why haters gonna hate, and what it means when allies show up in support of their transgender siblings. This episode briefly references the psychological concept of projection, where ostensibly cisgender or straight people project their own internalized judgments outward on other people.  Please consider leaving a rating and review for the show wherever you are downloading this podcast. If you'd like to connect, have questions or concerns, or any suggestions for Transgender Woman Talking, please email [email protected].