In this video, Elizabeth April explores the concept of identity and the fear that often accompanies it. They discuss feelings of not belonging in ones own body, and the struggle to find ones true identity. They also touch on topics such as body dysmorphia and the fear of the unknown. Elizabeth April emphasizes the importance of loving and accepting oneself, and suggests embracing fear as a way to overcome identity crises.
I completely resonate with being in the wrong body since I was conscious. I only played with the boys because I wanted to play sports. High athletic abilities, I always was a better athlete then the boys were. They hated me for it all the way through grade school & up until I graduated HS. I lost my scholarship opportunities because of birth defects that became injuries. This particular spinal injury happened in my senior year during softball season. I was done playing, the pain was bad. I refused corrective surgery in 1980. I finally had the surgery in 2012, it was improved. Unfortunately, I recently have been diagnosed with cervical stenosis at 62 years old. This has played havoc in my life now. It’s quite advanced. I’ve refused surgery at this time. My body is full of metal from arthritis. Knee replacement, foot reconstruction, a cage in my spine. I’m searching for ways to heal my body or replace it with another before this disease terminates me. I’ve known since I was a child I didn’t belong here in this form. I’ve known that im different better I never understood why.