You could point out to him that millions of gay men and women around the world have already tried what he suggests and it's left them utterly...
Some people get straight into it, while others take a little bit of time out. The process of coming out can be emotionally draining for some...
It's good that you are figuring things out about yourself, but can I gently advise you to be careful with all of the different labels. Sometimes...
When creating threads about fantasies it's important to keep in mind that this forum is intended to be a safe space for members of the LGBT+...
Welcome to Empty Closets. Do take some time to look around the forum and go through the threads in the Gender Identity and Expression sub forum,...
If and when you are ready, you could take the next small step of posting a supportive comment. Liking a post is a great start and most people do...
I hope your friend does eventually find the two minutes it will take to view the presentation. If I'm being totally honest, the "more pressing...
I am really sorry to hear about the dark place you are in with the dysphoria. When we look in a mirror and see a person who doesn't align with our...
Sometimes it is necessary to assert boundaries in our relationships with other people, even if those people are close family members like our...
I actually think your plan is sound. Ideally, tell your mum first and then tell your step-dad (unless you are content for your mum to mention it...
I am sorry that you struggle so much with anxiety and I think I can understand why it has stopped you from pursuing opportunities and asking...
If you are invited, you don't have to commit to making a day of it. You can always make your excuses and leave before it gets into the full party...
As I see it, Pride is about far more than coming out, so whether we are in the closet or not, it's still significant to us and the journey we are...
Queer is more of an umbrella term that covers the whole LGBT+ community. On a personal level, I'm not fond of queer and I don't like to be called...
Communication is the key. The more open you can be with each other the better it will be, for both of you. As far as hand jobs are concerned,...
Those who shout the loudest have the most to hide. Have you heard that expression? It's not uncommon for LGBT people to be incredibly hostile...
I think it's important to note what was actually written. The exact words were: "Demi is not a recognized or validated sexual orientation." Like...
Great to read this. It's a post that charts your journey from being married and in the closet to living openly and authentically with another man...
I think dissociation is very normal for gay people in straight relationships, when it comes to sex. Many gay people switch into fantasy mode...
Sometimes the written word is more powerful than the spoken word in these circumstances. I came out to my parents a long time ago and they were...
