"Becoming Candii, is a book about my journey through a traumatic psychophysical transformation that made me who I am today: TS Candii, a proudly transgender woman.
Like any human being on this planet, surviving frustrations to pursue a dream is part of our path. However, unlike others, I was born with an assigned sex opposite to the essence of my true self. Although others considered me a boy, I always felt like a girl.
I faced dreadful discrimination and more horrifying things at a very young age. However, despite great suffering and courage, I learned to accept myself.
This is my true story. What I needed to be left behind. What I needed to embrace. I followed my bliss, and my bliss found."
In 2023 I nterviewed Candii and asked her about the book and her transition: "It was extremely difficult to share my story. By recounting my most difficult experiences, I am hoping to not only inspire others who may have gone through similar hardships but to also bring awareness to what a single individual can overcome."
"I think the most useful advice I can offer other transgender girls and women is to continue to be your authentic self and stay true to who you are. It can be scary to start a journey of transition, but having a supportive network of family and friends goes a long way in making it easier. Also, it's important to do your own research and education on transitioning so that you can make informed decisions about what is best for you."
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