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i have recently got into a sexual relationship with someone, where we send explicit messages to each other and he often sends me nudes, but i can’t send any.

i really want to send photos to him, but whenever i just take off my shirt to do it, i have an anxiety attack. i have gender dysphoria and an eating disorder, and i feel upset that these things are stopping me from doing what i want. he tells me it’s fine, but i really want to. i don’t know how i can get over this.

Hi there, learning3545- welcome to the boards!

Okay, It isn't wrong to sext, but unfortunately, it may be illegal- I think it is, in Pennsylvania. I'm sorry, I can't suggest ways to help you with this specific problem. If you still have any nudes from your partner, you should probably delete them.

But we can discuss your difficulties with gender dysphoria and the eating disorder- it really sounds like a struggle. I think finding ways to feel more comfortable in your body and manage your anxiety are worthy goals in and of themselves. Does that sound alright?

If you feel comfortable saying, what kinds of things trigger these feelings of anxiety?