oh no! i accidentally misgendered someone! what should i do?
DO:Â
apologize
thats it.Â
realize you fucked up.Â
realize you probably hurt the other person.Â
apologize.Â
IN THE FUTURE:
try to make sure it wonât happen againÂ
get in the habit of asking someone what their pronouns areÂ
when in doubt, use gender-neutral pronouns until you figure out what they use
dont assume gender from someoneâs name/clothing/appearanceÂ
FOR THE LOVE OF SOMEONE PLEASE DONT:Â
try to make excuses for yourself
go on the defensiveÂ
try to justify it by recounting your own experiences with misgendering
brush it off as ânot that big a dealâÂ
refuse to try and correct your behavior
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