what is gender envy

Gender envy is a phenomenon where a person feels envious or jealous of someones gender or appearance, most commonly felt by transgender and non-binary people. It is sometimes shortened to "gender" and is used by trans people to describe their feelings of envy towards cisgender people. Gender envy can manifest in different ways, such as feeling envious of someones physical appearance, mannerisms, or social roles. It is important to note that gender envy is not a mental disorder or a pathology, but rather a normal human experience that can be a part of the process of exploring ones gender identity.