I wanted to revive this thread again because 1) the people who replied to my queries gave me phenomenal advice and more people will benefit from...
I think it varies for everyone. You'll find gay people who say they've known since birth, others who've discovered their sexuality in their 40s....
In my late twenties, I definitely felt like it was too late for me to come out. That's part of what prompted me to join EC. But since I've started...
Alcohol :p Kidding! I guess it varies based on the emotion. If I'm angry, I remove myself from other people. I can only calm down if I'm alone,...
Shipping is harmless fun. As long as it doesn't become an obsession, and as long as the shippers don't treat it like "serious business." There's...
I think what you are feeling is totally normal for someone your age. Sexuality is complicated and it takes many people a long time to figure out...
I don't think you're being "too friendly." It sounds like you were talking to this guy because you were enjoying the conversation and you thought...
I work in international affairs and I like politics, but I would NEVER run for elected office. Running a campaign is soul-crushing, and if you do...
I agree. I can understand why your parents would feel like you were keeping something from them, but it sounds like you just need to reiterate...
Aw, bummer, I didn't know HBO had cancelled this. I really like this show. The writing is excellent, and I related to something in almost every...
I'm in your shoes. I actually started a thread asking for dating advice last month. There's some excellent advice there:...
It's difficult for me to distinguish between the time I was in denial ("no, of course I'm not gay!") from the self-hating thoughts. They occurred...
I agree. Nothing wrong with hook up apps if that's what you want, but if you try online dating you're more likely to find someone who's more...
I'm echoing greatwhale - once you make a move, you will have your answer! But also, I think you're being too hard on yourself. Based on what...
I wanted to chime in too! For me, I think I just became exhausted. I was tired of lying to myself, tired of putting up walls because I was too...
I agree. I fully acknowledge that I'm biased here, but I was in a long-distance relationship for over five years and they are very tough and...
I've never openly discussed my sexuality with a therapist, but it doesn't seem like there's anything wrong in your case with taking some time to...
Thanks all! You've been very helpful. I honestly didn't think about it that way! But what you say makes perfect sense. If the roles were...
I love this! :)
Re: If you lived somewhere else in your country, where would you live?(state, city, e After this winter, I'd be fine with any place where it's...
