Crossdressing

[ssandy]

Why does cross dressing relieve my stress?

[Dana44]

We are more relax as girls. and it take the stress away. It is something different and that alone helps.

[Gardener]

Maybe the stress arises from denying a part of you?

[Kayliedaskope]

Because you get to enjoy the soft feminine things that previously only the women in your life were able to enjoy.

Because it is your own personal way of dealing with strees.

Because who wouldn't feel relaxed in some sexy lingerie and heels?

[NancySue]

For me...it’s comfort. Slipping on hose at the beginning or ending of each day removes stress and tension. 🍷, too. The way the world is going, more should wear nylons.

[Robertacd]

Maybe because you enjoy it.

[Zoeytgtx]

Maybe just a way to escape the stress that builds up in our male lives. Remember, when a lot of us were growing up the males provided and fixed virtually everything at work and at home. Possibly those of us who grew up in those times see a female personae as somone who things are done for and fixed for. We're looking for an out fom what is expected of us as men, and the stress that creates. I know I'm probably going to catch a lot of grief over these comments!!!

Zoey

[CONSUELO]

A good question Dana. It is something we find enjoyable, so that is part of the reason but I think it goes deeper. I believe that for me being able to dress is a way of throwing off the everyday cares and stresses and at least temporarily, entering a separate world where the main focus is on looking as feminine as possible and enjoying the physical and emotional pleasures of being yourself.
Various hobbies and sports can bring pleasure and happiness but for me nothing approaches the deep contentment of being able to dress as I want and just be Consuelo.

[BrendaPDX]

I think part of it is denying who I am, less conflict more relaxing when I am cross dressing. I also have a very stressful job that requires me to be an almost alpha personalty. Cross dressing allows me to relax at least with myself. Not to mention that cross dressing allows me to be demure, I can concentrate on things that I can control, and it excites me in a way that pulls me away from some of my other stresses in life. I just like it! Brenda

[carrie2014]

After a long day at work it makes me feel like another person and Carrie has no stress

[Elizabeth G]

For one thing I like to compare it to reading a good book - it's another form of escapism. It's also being true to myself and when I get a chance to just be myself, well that is another form of stress relief.

[Jean 103]

I don't get this whole relaxing excuse. I would guess it has to do with being distracted, not thinking about whatever is causing the stress.

[Ressie]

Rhetorical Question?

[Rayleen]

It relieve stress because after a long stressful day, anger strikes and I know that if I CD it trigger the feminine side of me and I'm more tolerant and sociable.

[BLUE ORCHID]

Hi Sandy:hugs:, For me it is having the best of both worlds,

See line #2 in my signature.>Orchid...:daydreaming:...

[Jen60]

For me, it allows me to be someone else for a while, someone who is pretty and feminine, the opposite of my everyday male existence.

[ssandy]

Zoey I believe you are right on. I come from a generation where you as a man will do and be responsible for all things.

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So right, being feminine is really relaxing.

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I agree but having to stay in the closet it is hard to do it enough. Thanks!

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So right I just love what my feminine side does for me. Feels so good.

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It is nice to escape to a softer world.

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Thank you, so true!

[Tracii G]

I keep seeing this topic a lot but for all you closet girls isn't dressing with the chance your SO will catch you stressful?
Yet you say CDing is a stress reliever I don't get it.
I think a percentage of you aren't quite being honest.

[ssandy]

Thank you Brenda I like how you think!

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Consuelo you are so nice. Thank you for the advice.

[deebra]

Crossdressing (putting on women's clothes) satisfies a mental addiction or craving in the brain that brings pleasure, calm and happiness. As I have asked in a recent post why do we have it, what got it started, it's there for life and other males don't have it; WHY????

[ssandy]

I do oh so much!

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I just wish the rest of the world could see it like that and stop judging us!

[deebra]

Traci G, The desire for the pleasure of CDing exceeds the risk of getting caught. They think they can get away with it and not get caught. Why let your mate do this to you, afraid she will leave you?

[Ressie]

Probably releases endorphins for many CDs.

[alwayshave]

Its because your being hugged by the perfect fabrics.

[rhonda]

I don't know about stress , it can make feel you feel comfortable

[ssandy]

I believe all males have it to a certain degree but are afraid to accept it. Shame!

[Janine cd]

I used to think that it was only a way to release stress, but in recent years, it has become a more positive influence in my life. Dressing has become a way of expressing my hidden desire to identify with the feminine side of me that I kept suppressed for so many years. I wish that I had realized that long ago.

[Becky Blue]

I think that it can be different reasons for different people and probably has a lot to do with why we dress in the first place. For example if you suffer any level of GD then dressing can reduce that GD if even for a short while. Or perhaps dressing is an escape from the responsibilities of making a living, paying bills etc etc to a more gentle relaxed space.

[Sami Brown]

When I dress at home, I think it helps with stress because I am having fun.

When I dress outside of the house, my stress increases a lot, although it is gradually decreasing over time. So the question I have for those in this post who speak about crossdressing reducing stress, is whether that includes when you dress in public?

[Fiona123]

For me crossdressing allows me to express femininity. I'm happier when I'm dressed because I am, when dressed, my authentic self.

[Joni T]

Why don't you tell us? How/why would we know?
Jon

[Teri Ray]

There is no such thing as stress. It is a symptom invented by soap opera doctors.

[Dana44]

Okay and you know this how. Terri Ray. I guess you have never had any stress.

[sometimes_miss]

Why does cross dressing relieve my stress?

Because you usually have to suppress the desire to do it.

[ssandy]

So true I had an experience at a very young age and enjoyed it. So here I am today not going that far but enjoying the feminine side of dressing when I can.

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So true whether we admit it or not.

[Gillian Gigs]

It can be like stepping into another world and getting to be some one else for a while. Gamers step into an alternate reality and escape the world for a time. We get dressed up and step into another side of ourselves for a while!

[Kayliedaskope]

Gillian, that's exactly it for me. Kaylie is an entirely different persona than the one I live as during the day. It's very relaxing and soothing to be able to escape the everyday side of me and step into her world for a while.

[IleneD]

I rarely think of it as a relief from stress.
I'm usually not that stressed out.
I think of it as more as an act of inner self fulfillment.

[Lana Mae]

It is just showing my feminine side now and then! Nail polish and pearl earrings are full time however! Woman's jeans and footwear(sneakers and flats) are when not at work! I truly need to get out more as Lana Mae but life and money keep getting in the way! LOL Hugs Lana Mae

[Confucius]

I believe our brains are just hardwired to release a host of feel-good neurotransmitters (serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin and others) when we crossdress. These neurotransmitters are responsible for sensations of gratification, sexual arousal, comfort, affection, etc.. So it shoud come as no wonder that it relieves stress.

[lpjamey]

For me the frequency of my dressing is directly related to my stress level. My job is a pressure cooker at times and when I get home and its close to bed time I know that I need to dress to unwind. my wife is knows but is DADT and stays away when the level is high

[Judy-Somthing]

Could it be that you get stress because you love how you feel when you dress and the waiting for the next opportunity causes stress?

When you finally dress the stress you get from wanting to dress is gone!

I guess it's different for everyone but I can't think of anything in my life is causing me stress except that I haven't had the opportunity to dress!

Oh and the girl in the office has been wearing some beautiful dresses lately, OMG! LOL