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15 Captivating Quotes About Femininity From Trans Women

Must-read truths on womanhood from Laverne Cox, Janet Mock and other remarkable trans women

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Endless Possibilities "I remember in 8th grade talking to my girlfriends -- they were complaining about having to wake up each morning to do their makeup and hair. I almost lost it, because I was envious of any girl that had the opportunity to do so. I now have the opportunity to wake up every morning and do my hair and makeup, and it is probably one of my favorite daily routines.... The best thing about all of this is I just get to be the woman I am.

However, throughout my transition I have noticed a misconception built around femininity. Many believe the more feminine a woman is the more dependent they are on someone who is masculine. I think that is wrong -- being feminine is an opportunity to be empowered, a chance to express your womanhood and show others the power and abilities you can harness by expressing your natural femininity. Femininity is a beautiful quality that has endless possibilities." - Jamie Haze

Haze is 22 years old and hosts a trans awareness YouTube channel.

Photograph courtesy of Jamie Haze

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