Can we talk about parents be gay but not wanting their kids to be gay? I think this should be a thread. Let me explain 🤔🥺🗣
Let’s unpack this shall we....
A. Most parents simply want to protect their children. As much progress as LGBTQA has made to be accepted as a community we are the most targeted (outside of racial groups) on the planet. Imagine your parents living through a world of hate only....
To have to relive it with a child that is gay. The bullying, the suicide attempts, the sleepless nights etc. Most parents have this view and it stems from fear.
Another point of view for those that oppose this view to think about. YOU are speaking from your experience. You fiercely oppose this view because you’ve fought to belong, you’ve fought to be accepted, you’ve fought to simply be and the idea that a child would have to do with his
Or her own parents “doesn’t sit well with you.” I’d challenge you to understand that not everyone has the tools to fight that fight and win. Just some thoughts. I don’t oppose either view.
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