19-12-2014, 09:29 PM
I strongly believe to each their own. We seem to put so much worry and thought into what other people think that we end up making ourselves miserable or unhappy worrying what others or society thinks.
Just because the outer packaging is different doesn't mean the label has to change. On the inside, you're still you no mater what's on the outside. Your given name is what has identified you as you and if that's what makes you happy and complete, then why change it?
Of course there is a catch to all this right? If you're going to let it get to you, harassment or incessant questioning of your name, well then obviously you're not going to be a happy camper.
That is probably why for the longest time I was annoyed with my name. For one, it's a unisex name, and two apparently I don't have a deep manly voice. So phone calls, drive through windows etc, Ma'am, ma'am, ma'am... I used to get super frustrated and annoyed, now mostly I just let it go. I honestly don't think I sound feminine, but I guess everyone thinks I do.
So whatever you decide, I hope it is what makes your happiest.
Just because the outer packaging is different doesn't mean the label has to change. On the inside, you're still you no mater what's on the outside. Your given name is what has identified you as you and if that's what makes you happy and complete, then why change it?
Of course there is a catch to all this right? If you're going to let it get to you, harassment or incessant questioning of your name, well then obviously you're not going to be a happy camper.
That is probably why for the longest time I was annoyed with my name. For one, it's a unisex name, and two apparently I don't have a deep manly voice. So phone calls, drive through windows etc, Ma'am, ma'am, ma'am... I used to get super frustrated and annoyed, now mostly I just let it go. I honestly don't think I sound feminine, but I guess everyone thinks I do.
So whatever you decide, I hope it is what makes your happiest.