10-04-2012, 07:15 PM
I'm considered 'shy' Before, during and after coming out.
I'm an introvert. Its not a bad thing.
Insecurity and not taking risks happens to everyone - regardless of their shyness or extroverted-ness. It comes with the territory of being human.
Yes, coming out has its risks, and potential consequences, thus is a serious matter for most LGBT. However the rewards are greater in most cases. Being confident enough to be who you are is a reward.
Those friends who run away when you come out are not the type of people you need to be around.
As for family - well you can't pick them, but if they do run away from you, you need to accept it and live your life. You can live a happy life without blood relatives. For each one you lose there are more 'non-blood' relatives to take their place. People who will love and cherish you for you without the ugly.
I'm an introvert. Its not a bad thing.
Insecurity and not taking risks happens to everyone - regardless of their shyness or extroverted-ness. It comes with the territory of being human.
Yes, coming out has its risks, and potential consequences, thus is a serious matter for most LGBT. However the rewards are greater in most cases. Being confident enough to be who you are is a reward.
Those friends who run away when you come out are not the type of people you need to be around.
As for family - well you can't pick them, but if they do run away from you, you need to accept it and live your life. You can live a happy life without blood relatives. For each one you lose there are more 'non-blood' relatives to take their place. People who will love and cherish you for you without the ugly.
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