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The older I get, the more I realize how lucky I am for accepting my sexuality at such a young age. Even after dating three men, I didn’t call myself anything other than straight until I was 18. It was a journey to realize that bisexual was what I felt most comfortable with but 1/
So many people never even make it that far. I encounter new people every day & see current people in my life that are so clearly closeted individuals. In certainly unfair ways on my part, I’ve found myself baffled in recent years by the levels of denial I’ve witnessed. 2/
I’ve had to understand and rethink that some people just aren’t ready yet to face that sort of change. It may be long before they face it head on or they may never do so. Even one of the men I dated called himself straight during our gay relationship, as did I. 3/
Coming into adulthood, I guess I expected that everyone else would have figured it out at the same time I did. It’s not as simple as that, though. I’ve been thinking a lot on the factors that lead people later in their lives to come out or choosing to never do so. 4/
In my opinion, the queer community has done amazing at promoting our own & lifting each other to new heights. But, largely failed those who are not ready to come out or don’t yet realize their true sexuality for whatever reason. I’m guilty of this too. I harbor an unused voice 5/
Obviosulu, every month is pride month, but the world’s eye really does focus on us every June. I know from my experience that closeted individuals think extra hard about their identity during this time or take great lengths to avoid the topic as to not be challenged or outed 6/
What is it that we/I can do to invite those who are questioning, bicurious, struggling? What do we/I need to accept as outdated habits/practices as a queer community, in order to create a more accepting atmosphere for these people? What does a perfect experience look like? 7/
I look for serious answers to these questions if you actually read this thread. Obviously, responses from queer individuals would be more helpful, but if you’re an ally then I’m curious your thoughts as well. It’s necessary to see the outside perspective (but from supporters) 8/
If you are reading this & you’ve been struggling with your sexual identity, getting curious about the same sex, finding the opposite sex to not appeal to you, or any other form of non-straight aligned feelings, then I’d love to talk to you. You can be heard, private or public 9/
I have a small following. I don’t expect many to read this; especially those who don’t know me or don’t already agree with me on most things. At the least, I hope this makes some people think about themselves in ways they haven’t previously. Thank you 10/10
