There is no stronger resolve than knowing who you are but even at the best of times we look at ourselves in the mirror and are not happy with our appearance. But imagine waking up everyday in a body that was not your gender. For some, it is a true feat of strength to fight the world as your authentic self. Not only are you fighting your own judgments but you face the scrutiny of the world and the negative social impacts of those who are not ready to accept you.

This person who began his journey, knew that he had to be his authentic self and went though a life changing transformation. It was the most physically and mentally challenging moment of his life. Like titanium, it takes heat and pressure over long periods of time to metamorphose into beauty and strength. Through this difficult time, he found an amazing soul who loved him for who he was, a human being. The word Titanium originates from the ‘Titans’ which comes from the Greek mythology meaning extremely strong and resilient. When heated under pressure, titanium does not break or crumble it only becomes even more colourful and strong.