3 steps forward and 2 back

Some people see their dysphoria increase once they have taken concrete steps towards becoming themselves. It's always a game of contrast and once you are more free to explore suddenly you realize there is so much more to go. I know with me this somewhat occurred but very subtly as my advancement was so slow. It was more a smooth curve rather than sudden rude bumps.

I think the key here is patience because older transgender people in particular held the lid so tight for so long, that a sudden removal can produce adverse effects. This can mean that progress is sometimes 2 steps back but then 3 forward.

Once distractions are gone it can become all the more challenging which is why the younger we are when we find ourselves the better.