#vocal

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[oktaviaslabyrinth]

Nasty Majesty // Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion (2018)

[my-autism-adhd-blog]

Types of Stimming

Lil Penguin Studios/Autism Happy Place

[vextik]

obsessed with alastor pissing off vox by doing nothing

[stage-system]

Headmate Verbality Coining Post

[pt: Headmate Verbality Coining Post /end pt]

Bodily nonverbal systems have stated that nonverbal is a term exclusive to those who are bodily unable to speak at all times. As such, these exist now.

Nonvocal - a headmate who is never able to speak regardless of the body's verbality

Semivocal - a headmate who is only able to speak a little regardless of the body's verbality

Demivocal - a headmate who is only able to speak some regardless of the body's verbality

Vocal - a headmate who is able to speak a "normal amount" regardless of the body's verbality

Hypervocal - a headmate who speaks more than most people regardless of the body's verbality

Vocalflux - a headmate whose ability to speak changes regardless of the body's verbality

I don't care who uses these, just know they were made by a pro-endo! :D

[genderqueerdykes]

hello, I'm a younger transmasculine person and I was curious about a few things (for reference I live in the us in a fairly left state)

- how do you get started on testosterone?

I've never gotten a clear answer on this, some people said it took a two year queue, others could start immediately. idk when I want to start, but i dont want to be confused on what to do when I get the ball rolling

- are there alternatives to shots, and do they work better or worse?

I dont think I could do the shots myself unless there's no other options, something about them just makes my bones hurt

- how often do you have to apply T, and what happens if you forget to take it?

I'm pretty forgetful and I'll probably not take T on the scheduled date at least once, I hope that won't screw with anything because I don't really know if you've got to be consistent with it

- do you have any tips for clothing/voice training?

I think I pass at least a little okay but my voice is one of the things I'm most self conscious about. I also find myself spending 10-20 minutes every morning pulling my shirt against my chest to see if my binders working, and just end up wearing the same sweater I have for the past few weeks

sorry if that's alot, even if you're a stranger you're the first person I've been able to ask about these things. thank you so much

these are all great questions, i'm so glad you're taking the time to ask! this is extremely thorough and well thought out!

How do you get started on testosterone?

That's a great question, i feel like a lot of people have barriers to this one. if you are in a state where you have access to Planned Parenthood, this is usually a good place to start. check to see if you have a transgender resource center in your area. if not, go to whatever local lgbtq organization you can find, even one in a college. it is also possible to search gender affirming care [area], but clinicians aren't always available via Google

Here is a list of informed consent clinics that provide gender affirming care services, you may want to look here.

The process looks different for literally everyone, that's why no one can give you a clear answer, i'm so sorry! it's such a chaotic process for all of us. some trans men will literally get their prescription for testosterone within a month, others it does take years. do some research and see if therapy is required before hormones will be prescribed in your area. if not, you will likely have a much faster and easier time getting your hormones. if you don't need therapy, generally you'll just need to sign some consent forms and waivers stating that you are aware of what you are going to do to your body.

Are there alternatives to shots, and do they work better or worse?

all forms of testosterone are equally effective, it just depends on the dosage and the person. currently in the united states, you can get topical testosterone in the form of an alcohol based gel! it is applied topically to the upper forearms or abdomen, generally daily. it works just as well as the injectable testosterone, so long as you respond well to it! there is also the option of having your clinician do shots for you if you don't respond well to gel, as well.

nebido also may be available for FtM HRT in your area!

How often do you have to apply T, and what happens if you forget to take it?

Daily for topical gel, anywhere between twice a week, once a week, to once every two weeks for shots, depending on the person, how well they tolerate the medication, their transition goal, and the dosage.

Do you have any tips for clothing/voice training?

In terms of vocal training, AmaRoseLessons, Zoey Alexandria, and Trans Vocal Training are YouTube channels that can help with vocal training exercises, and i can also recommend the r/transvoice subreddit as well if you need help figuring out how to practice and ways to integrate what you learn into how you speak naturally!

For clothing, really anything goes, it depends on what you're going for and how you want to look. Remember that your personal style still gets to be included in the mix! Generally speaking, bulkier shapes that obscure the shoulders, hips and chest help a lot, layering of clothes, and wearing clothes with "boxier" cuts. Heavier shoes like boots may help, you may also find you like dress shoes. it really depends on your personal look, but generally speaking, i say go into the "men's" section and go nuts. Whatever they wear, you can wear too, and it gets the point across.

Hope that helps! Thanks for laying out your ask in such a concise way, that's much appreciated! If you need any more help feel free to ask!

[k-i-l-l-e-r-b-e-e-6-9]

Phil Anselmo

📷 Eddie Malluk

[im-a-regular-joe]

LOSER BABY

Singing Hazbin/Helluva Cover cause I'm a super fan

[disease]

JÓLAKÖTTURINN (THE CHRISTMAS CAT) BJÖRK | HVÍT ER BORG OG BÆR, 1987

[realmofmetaldaily]

Sun//Eater - Lorna Shore

[postpunkindustrial]

An old VHS rip of a Diamanda Galas doing Litanies of Satan. It’s comes in at 30 minutes and to be honest 10 minutes of that is padding and smoke. But still some amazing footage here.

Get it from my Google Drive HERE

[deutschraplyrik]

Vielleicht verrenn ich mich wieder, doch bin schon wieder verliebt

~ Vocal - Wiedersehen

[oktaviaslabyrinth]

Piranha Plants on Parade // Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

[yohioloid-official]

April is almost over. And after that. If you really think about it.

it’s gonna be may.

[jarofalicesgrunge]

Layne Staley - Alice In Chains

[omo-oh-no]

been really into the idea of physically not being able to pee while they’re really desperate

someone who’s been plugged up

person a using their finger to hold person b’s pee hole shut

assisted holding @w@

the panicky whines and whimpers when they try to go but realize they can’t

maybe unrealistic, but when there’s so much piss built up and so much pressure when they push that the plug pops out and they drool with relief