There's nothing here for me': transgender and trapped living a half-life in the deep south

What internal conflict does Elena express at the beginning of her story?

• Choosing a career path

• Deciding whether to move to a new city

• Struggling with financial issues

• Feeling like a woman trapped in a male body

What does Elena mention about the city she lives in?

• It is a Bible Belt city with discrimination

• It has many resources for transgender people

• It is a large metropolitan area

• It is supportive of her transition

What condition did Elena's mother set for her to stay at home?

• She must pay rent

• She cannot live full-time as Alena

• She must take care of her brother

• She must find a job

How does Elena describe her relationship with her brother?

• He helps her with her transition

• They rarely see each other

• He is a source of stress for her

• They are very close and supportive

What does Elena say about her feelings towards her mother?

• She feels indifferent towards her

• She wishes to move away from her

• She has a perfect relationship with her

• She finds everything about her beautiful

What challenge does Elena face in accessing hormone therapy?

• Fear of side effects

• Disapproval from family

• High cost of medication

• Lack of local resources

What does Elena feel about her identity despite the challenges she faces?

• She is unsure about her identity

• She is content and purpose-driven

• She wants to give up on transitioning

• She regrets her decisions