Caliban of Sycorax Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 watch it be in the wrong place. For those of you who don't know, I'm openly gay. I've been out of the closet fully for a year and a half now, however, today is more than that. Today I came out of the closet for the first time to someone else. I told my best friend through a text message, and needless to say my life has only improved since. Seven months later I came out to my parents. I became more accepting of my sexuality and my sexual orientation. Needless to say I love myself more than ever, and I am truly blessed for this day and the people that have come into my life. For those of you who are struggling with your identity and self-love, it's okay--it gets better. There are hard times, I've been there. But you will see the light. This day three years ago, the light started shining. And now it's bright and shining more than ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 I'm happy for you, it must be a huge relief! It's also good to hear that they took it well from magical skype conversationa, having your family there to support you should make all the difference. Hurrah for Mama and Papa Octavian! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliban of Sycorax Posted March 13, 2012 Author Share Posted March 13, 2012 I was surprised at my family's support, but it's been so worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakusa Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Today is indeed a very special day. c: However, I'm not sure how to congratulate you. Do I say "Happy Coming Out Day" or something? XD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliban of Sycorax Posted March 13, 2012 Author Share Posted March 13, 2012 Sure, if you want~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakusa Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Happy Coming Out Day! :D You should get cake or something to celebrate. Treat yourself to something nice or go on a date or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReformBlade Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Well played sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zak Something Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Hmm. I'm glad things worked out well for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helios Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Even though I don't know you I'm happy for you man! I wish everyone had the same success as you have thus far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peppy Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Nice to see that life has gotten much better for you. It is good to know that the people close to you accept you the way you are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caliban of Sycorax Posted March 13, 2012 Author Share Posted March 13, 2012 I wish everyone had the same success as you have thus far. I agree. While I haven't had all successes (I've lost a few friends), I feel like I've had more success than most people. I do hope, though, that I can inspire others somehow, because everyone deserves to be able to love themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenrir Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Congratz, glad to hear your family supported you even though some "friends"(that's not what i would call them) did not. Anyhow, glad you can do what makes you happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solanum Tuberosum Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Great to see people be accepting. It's one thing to have "tolerance" of one's sexuality. Acceptance is much better, and I'm happy that the people around you are like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esme Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I'm happy for you, Octavian. :> Hopefully my own coming out will go as smoothly as yours... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cain Magnus Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Awesome. Congrats! It's nice to see that there are some accepting people in this world. I wish you luck for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aran613 Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Your orientation with that doesn't make you any less of a genuinely good person, so why do people make a big deal out of it? I can't see why everyone can't be accepting. Anyways, congratulations and good fortune. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helios Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Your orientation with that doesn't make you any less of a genuinely good person, so why do people make a big deal out of it? I can't see why everyone can't be accepting. Anyways, congratulations and good fortune. I think it's because we are taught by society at a young age that homosexuality is wrong and unnatural. I remember when I was younger I felt really awkward and uncomfortable around gays, but as I grew older I became more tolerant, and now I've become much more accepting. I've realized it's stupid to feel that way, and if I want people to accept me for being different I must accept them too, otherwise it's hypocritical. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celice Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Your orientation with that doesn't make you any less of a genuinely good person, so why do people make a big deal out of it? I can't see why everyone can't be accepting. Anyways, congratulations and good fortune. I'm of the same sentiment. I suppose it's enjoyable to know you're validated in the opinion of others, but I'm much more content knowing I'm celebrating myself, on my own terms, regardless of what exterior circumstances lie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightBow Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 (edited) I think it's because we are taught by society at a young age that homosexuality is wrong and unnatural. I remember when I was younger I felt really awkward and uncomfortable around gays, but as I grew older I became more tolerant, and now I've become much more accepting. I've realized it's stupid to feel that way, and if I want people to accept me for being different I must accept them too, otherwise it's hypocritical. Personally I think it has a lot to do with misogyny. After all, we do live in a society were you can insult males by simply calling them a girl, or otherwise associating them with femininity in some way as if somehow being female was a shameful existence. Every male in our society who doesn't live up to some vague defined standard of masculinity deserves to be mocked and degraded for some reason. I think a lot of people subconsciously simply think that "attracted to guys = that's what girls do" and then the reflex kicks in. Speculation aside, it's nice to hear that things went so well for you Octavian. Thank you for helping me regaining some faith in humanity and I wish you good luck for the future. Edited March 15, 2012 by BrightBow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eclipse Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Congratulations~! And it's on 3-13, no less (sorry, I had to say it). I'm glad you've accepted yourself for what you are, and I'm also glad that you've got family and friends who believe in you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.f.k.a. Howard Hughes Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Seriously thou, I'm as happy for you as guy who practically knows nothing about you can be or something among those lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroom Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 I think it's because we are taught by society at a young age that homosexuality is wrong and unnatural. I remember when I was younger I felt really awkward and uncomfortable around gays, but as I grew older I became more tolerant, and now I've become much more accepting. I've realized it's stupid to feel that way, and if I want people to accept me for being different I must accept them too, otherwise it's hypocritical. It also works vise versa. My sister is lesbian and my parents never acted like it should be any different. I asked them if it was okay for two girls to be together and they just said "Yeah. Some people are like that." Never understood that other people felt opposite until middle school, where gay was an insult and many people were becoming bicurious. Unlike what popular media says, being tolerant as a child didn't make me gay/lesbian. But, yeah, OP, I'm glad for you! I must have been a large weight off your shoulders and you are very lucky to have an accepting family. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive Account Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Congrats, man. Always gives me hope when people prove to be accepting like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mod Charles Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 You'd think Hallmark would have a card for coming out or something along those lines, congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elieson Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Omg I thought you were a girl until i read this thread.... (no offense) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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