Male Feminization phase 2. Delusion During this phase this subject is still in denial, internally they wear a mask of control, a false autonomy. They still believe it is just temporary, that it will stop, but it's already shaping them. They might find excuses to engage, Contradictions in Self-Talk - Saying “I’ll stop soon” while continuing or escalating the behavior. - Finding excuses to engage (“just one more time, just for stress relief”). - Beginning to notice the lie of “I’m in control” and quietly acknowledging it. Social or Relational Triggers - Someone else (partner, friend, community) reinforces or encourages the behavior. - Fear of discovery flips into a thrill of being noticed or accepted. - External accountability removes the option of quietly quitting. Internal Milestones - Realization that “temporary” practices have become part of daily life. - Feeling guilt for not engaging, rather than guilt for engaging. Loss of Exit Fantasy - They try to “quit” and find it harder than expected. Common phase 2 tropes without a particular order is. - Butt plug - Panties feels right - Female hormones - Small nipple growth - Chastity cage - Bicurious fantasies, (thoughts of cock making them somewhat aroused, but still denying it) - Limited Hypnosis - Crossdressing (but only it for the sake of being disguised) - Mockery and perceiving them as one of these androgynous, effeminate, beta, slender, somewhat feminine, physically weak. - Blackmail