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A recent social media post by a transgender individual has ignited a heated discussion about gender identity, pronouns, and social etiquette. The individual expressed frustration after being referred to as "sir" at a pharmacy, despite presenting in a way they felt was not masculine.
In their post, they wrote, "I got sir'd today at the pharmacy... I'm not doing damage to masculinity. I think they all are when you sir me. Like, I'm not a man. Don't consider me for the pool of men."
The post has drawn a mix of sympathetic and critical responses from netizens, highlighting the complex nature of gender identity in public spaces.
Some commenters expressed confusion and frustration. One user wrote, "Your face looks like a man's even with heavy makeup. What should we call you if not sir?" Another added, "You've made yourself neither male nor female, and you're blaming others? How can others immediately recognize your preferred identity?"
The incident has raised questions about how to address individuals whose gender presentation may not align with traditional expectations. Some netizens suggested using gender-neutral terms, with one jokingly proposing, "Excuse me, human."
However, not all responses were understanding. A particularly critical comment read, "If you don't want to be 'sired,' I strongly suggest you put a vagina on your head and show everybody you've got a pussy! Then you'll be automatically taken out of the pool of men!"
The debate extended to how such situations affect others, with one user sharing, "His every appearance creates a dilemma for those he encounters." Another commenter mentioned discussing the individual's gender with colleagues, illustrating the confusion such situations can create in workplace environments.
Some responses touched on broader societal implications. A user shared a personal anecdote: "I had a cross-dressing friend who later disliked us using his original male name. It escalated to the point where he demanded his workplace provide a special bathroom just for him."
