: 1. Respect my pronouns and gender identity at all times. 2. Don’t touch me without my consent, even virtually. 3. Don’t ask personal questions about my transition unless I bring it up. 4. Give me space when I ask for it—don’t push. 5. Don’t spread rumors or talk about me behind my back. 6. Don’t make assumptions about my feelings or relationships. 7. Respect my privacy when I vent or share personal things. 8. Don’t pressure me into conversations when I’m not ready to talk. 9. Don’t involve me in drama or conflict unnecessarily. 10. Respect my online and offline boundaries, especially when it comes to my parents. 11. Don’t judge me for the way I look or how I present myself. 12. Avoid commenting on my body unless I ask for your opinion. 13. Don’t force me into situations that make me uncomfortable. 14. Respect my time—I might not always be able to respond right away. 15. Don’t push me into being more open or vulnerable if I’m not ready. 16. Don’t pressure me into a relationship dynamic that doesn’t feel right. 17. Don’t compare me to others—especially in a way that makes me feel less than. 18. If I say no, respect that without trying to change my mind. 19. Respect my emotional boundaries—I can only handle so much at once. 20. Don’t dismiss my feelings or experiences just because you don’t understand them.
