The Art of Coming Out

Jun 07, 2015 21:44


It's Pride  in my part of the world. I know that there are probably like, ten people reading this because one person has commented and that is how representation works. I figured that I'd pass on how Coming Out works.

So. I come out all the time ( Read more... )

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carla888 June 8 2015, 06:52:14 UTC
I only ever actually came out to my parents. Everyone else, I just stopped pretending that I found guys attractive and just started acting like it was normal to go "Jessica Alba is amazing! Look at that arse!". It worked. The only ones who don't know are my grandparents and they are v v religious catholic and in their 80's so they don't need to know.

I never came out as having an anxiety disorder, or anything like that. I considered that medical and as such, its completely need to know. And no one needs to know.

I read your blog, and while I may not comment, just know that I do respect the effort and bravery that comes from laying it all out like this.

kisses

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calamityjim June 8 2015, 18:36:49 UTC
Yeah, I totally have a rule about not telling people will probably die before I can make them understand why I'm awesome.

I didn't really have any good choices with my bipolar. I'm super symptomatic. So either I don't tell people and have everyone think I'm a were-asshole, or I tell everyone and have to deal, with the stigma. I chose the latter due to how medical accommodation is set up in my country and also because my friends are willing to both forgive me if it wasn't me and watch out for me because they know something is wrong.

Before everyone just assumed I was a bit of a jerk and disliked that about me. Now they aren't quite sure XD

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tuckercat2 June 8 2015, 13:33:09 UTC
That is a lot to handle. I am over 55 years old and still have trouble just speaking up for myself.

I wanted to let you know I read this, this was the first time I read about a real person's experience with coming out.

I respect you. And I truly thank you for sharing this. It has given me much to think about.

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calamityjim June 8 2015, 18:05:46 UTC
I'm glad that this helps. And as you may have guessed I'm pretty cool with being honest with strangers over the internet, so if you ever want to talk about something or even want to ask if I can write about something, just fire away. I think a lot of the problems in the world come from not being able to talk about it.

Also, I love to chat, so it even isn't like its a minor inconvenience. ;)

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tuckercat2 June 9 2015, 03:33:44 UTC
I, on the other hand, get worried about what people passing in cars will think, like what if I shouldn't wear sunglasses now, and yes that is a true concern. I am a little better now, but being shy means you feel everyone is staring at you to poke fun at you. At least, that was what shy was for me.

I worried so much about typing a comment that I would just close the message without posting.

I guess that's why I try so hard to reply to posts where I am touched, understand what the poster (new word!) is saying. I want to be supportive. I want you (as in all those who post personal info) to know that there are those of us who need to hear what you have to say.

Thanks for replying. I will enjoy chatting if you wish to continue,

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tuckercat2 June 9 2015, 03:36:11 UTC
By the way I loved your puddle jumper series. Star Gate and Dean just go together. Had hoped you would write more, but I understand not wanting to continue. I do go and read it over again. Smart Dean, my favorite story line.

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