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Wearing a rainbow necklace to the mall today

Discussion in 'Coming Out Advice' started by homoecstasy, Jun 19, 2015.

  1. homoecstasy

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    A few weeks ago I wore my rainbow necklace for the very first time at two malls without taking it off or hiding it if I started to feel nervous. I didn't experience any homophobia that I was aware of, except for a few stares. It was exhilarating to be myself and be that visible. I'm going to a different mall today to do some shopping and I'm going to wear my rainbow necklace again. I'm getting excited. I'm doing it for the homosexuals who aren't yet visible. I'm doing it for myself and it's going to be fabulous. Wish me luck.
     
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    I am glad that it was such a positive experience for you! Good luck!
     
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    I'm glad it all went well!

    I cannot speak for you, but I started wearing such things to school when I was in high school. Surprisingly, very few people actually cared or said anything.

    I myself believe that "gayness" is becoming more accepted and embraced. Society doesn't seem to really care too much anymore.
     
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    Hey good luck. You have guts!!
     
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    I remember when I was first coming out, I had a little rainbow heart necklace, and I'd wear it to go shopping or something and then take it off when my parents picked me up. I was both terrified and hopeful that someone would notice it and say something. ^_^ Congrats!
     
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    omg ironically I actually have been wearing two rainbow bracelets, and none of the people at my high school even notice lmao. I had to be like loooook rainbow swag and they were like okay whatever get away from me you wierdo XD
     
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    I have a little rainbow pin badge and rainbow bracelet you do find people notice who understand what they mean good for you wear with pride
     
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  9. Wildside

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    way to go! I wear a rainbow watch band (except when I'm wearing my "Hello Kitty" watch), and sometimes rainbow socks. The only comment I've had was from a nurse in my doctor's office who said that she really liked the watchband. though my doctor has commented on my pink socks, but in a positive way. great fun!
     
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    Maybe they just think you like rainbows? X)
     
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    I remember when I first started wearing my pride gear in public :grin: I love it. Sometimes people flirt with me but most times they just mind their own business :slight_smile: I have never ran into homophobia lol
     
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    I should do that I'ma wear some symbol or the colors of trans on something that sound pretty cool.

    good luck.
     
  13. Wildside

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    I really do LOVE rainbows. But in the doctor's office, I'm sure they get the meaning. Most of the patients (and doctors!) are gay men, so...
     
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    WOOOT!! Good for you! It's taking these small, simple steps that are sometimes the hardest and most rewarding.
     
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    Thats awesome!! I remember how exposed I felt wearing a rainbow bracelet to school for the first time. It was such a huuuge step for me but no one else seemed to notice! I guess it was for my self-confidence if not anything else!