“Today’s episode explores the concept of “being” versus “having” in relation to identity and how it is impacted by societal expectations. Dr. Jaime Hoerricks explains that their own life experiences, including a complex adoption story and a lack of traditional family connections, have caused them to feel like an outsider in a world focused on “having” things like credentials and societal recognition. Dr. Hoerricks then expands on their argument by drawing parallels between the feeling of being an outsider and their experience as a transgender woman, emphasising the importance of prioritising “being” and embracing one’s authentic self over societal expectations.”

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