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Trans Voice

Learning to love your voice and need some support?

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Disability

Lessons I've learned after 10+ years with chronic pain.

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Finding Your Voice: How Long is the Gender-Affirming Speech Journey? nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Oct 02, 2023

Hey there, I'm Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher, and today I want to address a question that many of my students ask: "If I learn to change my voice, will I have to consciously be doing it all the time, or will it just become normal?" It's a valid concern, and I'm here to shed some...

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5 ways to TRACK your trans voice practice (+ free templates!!) nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Sep 18, 2023

With my students, something I always recommend is having some method of logging or tracking your practice. I know that everyone has different learning styles and ways of keeping track of things so today I want to give you five different methods for tracking your trans voice practice.

Below...

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Can We Normalize Voice Cracking?? nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 28, 2023

Hey there, it's Renée, your friendly neighbourhood gender-affirming voice teacher, coming at you with a message that might just change the way you think about your voice. Whether you're trans, exploring new vocal horizons, or just curious about your vocal anatomy, I've got something...

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Trans Voice Practice Time! Once Upon a Time... exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 21, 2023

Hey there, lovely readers! I've got something exciting to share with you today that's not only fun but also incredibly something you can play with friends. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-expression, keep on reading!

Let's set the stage for a fantastic...

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The Multifaceted Nature of Gender Communication: Beyond the Sound of Your Voice nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 10, 2023

Hey there! I'm Renée, a gender-affirming voice teacher, and today, I want to delve into the fascinating world of nonverbal communication. Now, nonverbal communication might not be my primary area of expertise, but it's an important aspect to consider, especially because of its close ties...

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Fixing Postural Issues in Your Trans Voice Practice with The Mirror! exercise nonbinary voice voice feminization voice masculinization Aug 07, 2023

Hey there, it's me, Renée – your gender-affirming voice teacher! Let's talk about a tool that has both been my ally and my nemesis on my voice training journey – the mirror!

You know, I totally get it when Rein asks, "I've been practicing voice training (ftm), but every time I...

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