It's a conundrum, though, because maybe if you do come out, you'd more readily find a bf or be able to express yourself more openly, etc. I am...
There are other ways to meet guys, I'm just suggesting that since it was my most common method, and it's good for practicing even if you don't...
Definitely meet in public places. I mostly met the first time for coffee or at a public park with lots of people, etc. Don't give out your address...
When I imagine it, no, it wouldn't be. But it's likely still going to hurt a small bit. My Mom on the other hand, it became enormously important...
Hey, I appreciate the reply even if just to know others face somewhat similar conflict. After spending a lot of time trying out a highly LGBTQ...
I believe I see 3 outcomes. 1. you talk to your wife. 2. you never experience something you really want to experience (and arguably, something you...
I have my story on here, but to recap, at 29 I stopped pretending being gay would "go away" someday, and embraced my identity. How I dealt with...
I have my story on here, but to recap, at 29 I stopped pretending being gay would "go away" someday, and embraced my identity. I've only come out...
My strategy these days with dating apps is to avoid them at all costs. Having said that, if I were in your shoes, I would feel infatuated as well....
Bit confused when men are in sexual relationships with women, yet say they are gay. You're sure you're not bi? I can't possibly imagine forcing...
This just means you feel you haven't connected with your teammates. You enjoy the sport well enough, so I'd say keep doing it until if/when you...
I was in your shoes as well. I started accepting myself and coming out at 29. Now, at 33, I only have a couple gay friends. It takes a lot of work...
I like this idea, and I have considered doing it myself. I really want to help young people in the closet, who got as anxious as I did. Not to...
Really glad to see that you were able to get to this stage. Coming out is generally a process, so I would advise you keep your mind healthy,...
I know how you feel regarding loneliness and futile crushes. I just started a new job and have a crush on a guy there, whom I don't even know is...
I find this very brave and admirable. I always feared, and even envisioned myself forcing myself to marry a woman, have kids, and try to lead a...
Part of coming out, from what I have learned, is letting go of all these notions of gaydar, scripts for how you or others should act, or...
Possibly homophobia, but could also just be a feeling of regret that you took time to get where you are now. That thought process is...
You're very welcome. Happy to share my experience on any more thoughts/conflicts you want to share. Keep us posted!
1. Congratulations on acknowledging yourself and taking step one to end self-oppression. 2. Social media has made us all believe lies about...
