I just found out that the military immediately discharges anyone who is transgender, even if they have no intention of transitioning.
I am...well, scared. I am getting a divorce, finally accepted myself as a transgender, decided to come out of the closet a little, and now I could lose my entire career?
Not only that, but my professional life after the Navy could be at risk too, since the discharge can be negative, and even include jail time (rare, but it has happened)!
My life as I knew it could literally be over, or I have to continue for at least four more years, KNOWING that they don't want me...could catch me at any time...and courtmartial me for not turning myself in and ending my career myself.
I am VERY scared now. I've contacted the SLDN, but haven't heard back yet. Anyone have any experience with Gender Identity Disorder or Transgender and the US Military?