This is an email my dad sent me recently. The email links a 40 minute YouTube video on an 'ex-transgender woman.' I assume the video connected trans identity to trauma experienced in childhood, hence my dad's attached message. This is obviously a ridiculous idea and ties into his desire for me to get therapy to 'cure' my transgender identity. My dad has attempted to convince me to not transition since I came out 4 years ago, and I no longer communicate with him as a result. He still tries to send me and other members of my family endless anti-trans articles, videos, etc. via email. This shows the effect of extremist rhetoric on our family relationship, as multiple members of my family on his side agree with him. My transphobic dad has actually made me a stronger person, as I am largely unbothered and unapologetic in regard to my trans identity. After all, if I can deal with an extremely transphobic father it is easier to deal with more subtle forms of discrimination.