In July 2016, The Guardian published a poignant piece titled ‘People think we wake up and decide to be trans,’ amplifying real trans voices and experiences and challenging simplistic or hostile narratives (The Guardian, 2016.) Its purpose was clear: to cut through political noise and societal prejudice, reminding everyone of an undeniable truth: trans people are human beings, with complex lives, emotions, and identities, not mere political pawns or cultural provocations to be debated and legislated upon without regard for their well-being.