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“Is This A Phase?”: Mom Freaks Out After 9 Y.O. Daughter Comes Out As A Therian

trans women are women. you just said so. i'm non-binary, does that make me female? no. i'm non-binary. just since i'm afab doesn't mean I'm a girl.

“Is This A Phase?”: Mom Freaks Out After 9 Y.O. Daughter Comes Out As A Therian

Furries(being specifically called furries) have existed since the 70's!! :3

“Is This A Phase?”: Mom Freaks Out After 9 Y.O. Daughter Comes Out As A Therian

I'd like to say this: I am a therian, it is NOT a phase, and is NOT something you can change. Quick edit: I'm a snow leopard, Siberian tiger and red panda! I have shifts often, and I'm also kin with my character Nostalgia. THIS. IS. NOT. A. PHASE. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH US. seriously.

Me three!!! I'm a red panda, snow leopard, barn owl, domestic cat and sea otter, hbu??? :DDD

“Is This A Phase?”: Mom Freaks Out After 9 Y.O. Daughter Comes Out As A Therian

A therian is someone who basically identifies NONPHYSICALLY as an animal (ie they believe that psychologically and/or spiritually they are not 100% human, but they recognize that they're physically human and they live human lives). I know it sounds really weird at first, but I have friends who are therians and they're actually really chill about it, it's just part of who they are. I'd be more than happy to explain further if you'd like :)

“Is This A Phase?”: Mom Freaks Out After 9 Y.O. Daughter Comes Out As A Therian

Ok. I'm going to say a few things: -At that age, it most likely is a phase. -Yes, some people in the therian/furry community are predators. They are hated by everyone else. -The definition if a therian: Someone who identifies as an animal on a *non-physical* or spiritual level. We do not believe we are animals. She knows she is not an animal. -The best thing to do is let her be herself, because at this age she will most likely outgrow it. -There is a subreddit for therians, if you are confused on what to do, they are very helpful. - If she really is a therian, taking away internet will not do anything. Ultimately, it is a permanent part of who you are, and you cannot change it. This is not a new thing either!. If you have any questions, feel free to ask! ALSO: ZOOPH*LES ARE NOT THE SAME AS FURRIES/THERIANS! And not all furries are there for the ...wierd component. Most just like to cosplay as anthro animals and like having their own mascot, especially younger members of the furry community.