To Fact-folks with Voluntary Fact-Identities
whether you chose the fact identity, or created a headmate with a fact identity, or are the created fact-folk, or any other voluntary way
whatever label you prefer: alterhuman, pluran, tulpa, thoughtform, factlink, copinglink, or something else
no matter if you use one label or more
no matter if you use the label/s consistently or change it often
no matter if your identity is static or fluid
no matter what your shifts look like; why and when they happen
whether it's from an neurotype (including delusion), interest, hyperfixation, spirituality, religion, education, trauma, coping, alterhumanity, or any other reason
whether you're sure if it's fully voluntary/chosen or not
We think it's fantastic that you want to get to know yourself deeper, and use your time in the world to create yourself. To be this identity, to say "no, screw society, I choose who I want to be", or "This encourages me to do self-introspection", or "this gives me euphoria and peace of mind", even simply, "I want this".
You don't deserve to be treated as the "weak link" of the parts of the alterhuman community (or even non-alterhumans) who only respect those who can't choose their identities. Your identity isn't lesser than others' if you choose it, even if you can choose to not have it anymore.
Voluntary/chosen identities are not inherently "frivolous" or "childish". You are allowed to have fun with it, or take it very seriously, or both, or anything in between. And none of it will invalidate your identity.
If you or the body are neurodivergent, Mad, mentally ill, or have any other disability or difference from the norm; even if your identity is based on/caused by those things, it does not invalidate your identity either! Yes, including psychosis or delusion-based identities. It does not make you fake or lesser. It does not make you worthy of disrespect.
Your experiences are real and important, and your voices deserve to be heard.
If you want to seek euphoria for your fact identity - be it via changing appearance, changing your online or offline spaces, gear, watching/reading/listening to media, etc. - it's valid and you can be proud of yourselves for being yourselves in a world that doesn't accept you. Even if that euphoria is sought by means that make others uncomfortable. You are people with unique life experiences. People who deserve respect and kindness.
Fact-folks who choose their identities, remember that we support you all very much!
(We accept submissions, asks, mentions, or DMs about your voluntary fact-identity experiences here in Fact-Anonymous if you'd like to share them!)
~ Mod Silhouette
