Thanks for sharing your story--Welcome to EC.
Hello and welcome. There are plenty of us who have traveled similar roads. We're glad you're here. And if it makes you feel better, my wife and I...
I've been thinking about what your therapist said to you, and as frustrating as it was to not get an answer, I think she did exactly the right...
Great video--I love Dr Frankie. :)
I I've heard this is a great book. I got it for a friend for Christmas, but haven't read it myself. Yet.
To circle back to what @silverhalo suggested about saying "I'm gay" out loud to yourself every morning, another idea is to write it down and sit...
Here's another thought (I don't think anyone has brought this up, but if I'm repeating something, sorry about that). I haven't heard you say...
Hi Far Out (love that name, by the way), If you have an opportunity to seek out a counselor who specializes in LGBT issues, it might really help...
Hi Kendra, I'm not sure if I still qualify as a new lesbian, but I did come out later in life. I've been out for about 4 years now, and I'm...
It is tough coming out to people in the early stages. After a while, it becomes not such a big deal, but when you start, it feels pretty major....
I agree with @silverhalo. If you are asked to talk about your individual sexuality (which is probably unlikely), just say as much or as little as...
I know how you feel, and not to make light of those feelings, but I suspect once you go, you'll look back and wondered what it was you were...
Hi Lila- I'm not sure I have anything new to add, but I can add my voice to those who say you won't be judged. I can certainly understand how you...
Another option (maybe) is you can tell whoever booked the rooms that you snore. Perhaps the person you're booked with can be moved to someone...
I'm so sorry this is hurting so much right now. I agree that what you have done is brave--it takes incredible courage to be honest when you know...
Speaking of writing, if you do like to write, keeping a journal can be a great release and a way to work through your emotions.
I think a community center is a good idea--very similar to a Y.
I agree--I think your siblings will look back and regret the time they missed with your mother. My mother died many years ago (at the young, young...
Hi Dreaming- Ugh. So sorry. I don't know if this helps or not, but I've had similar conversations with the men in my life before. First was my...
Do you have a YMCA in your area? I ask for two reasons: 1. They're way better than your typical gym when it comes to the "gym" mindset and beefy...
