At 50, passing isn’t the goal. Living is
Norbi Kamantigue reflects on beauty rituals, invisibility, and the performance of survival as a trans woman in a culture obsessed with authenticity until it gets uncomfortable.
December 22, 2025
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Norbi Kamantigue reflects on beauty rituals, invisibility, and the performance of survival as a trans woman in a culture obsessed with authenticity until it gets uncomfortable.
"The holidays are a difficult time for many people, and they’re particularly difficult for people who suffer from social isolation year-round,” says SAGE CEO Michael Adams.
Bisexual and transgender adults also reported having the highest rates of stress, frequent mental distress, and histories of depression.
The day is about celebrating love, but for some, it’s one of the toughest days of the year.
I will not be alone this Christmas; however, it wasn’t always that way, writes John Casey.