How do you manage being in the closet

Can we talk a bit? I need some encouragement. I am not in the right environment to support coming out of the closet. And I can accept that. But there's nowhere I get to be genuine and open and free. I always have to consider how I'll come across and be aware of who might be watching/listening. I can do it but some days I'm just exhausted keeping up the charade. Any advice or encouragement?
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Just have more convos with women that are closeted. Also have u had an experience with women? Like are you bi curious or just bi?

I am not closeted, but I would try to cultivate online community and friendships with other LGBTQ+ people. And make small steps or make a plan toward living in an environment where you can be safe to be who you are and live your life.

I'm non-binary but am expected to be feminine. I am asexual but I don't talk about it so that people don't make negative assumptions about my partner. I'm cosplaying as a straight girl every day.

Non binary demi sexual here..... some people know and some don't, take your time. Coming out is for YOU, not anyone else💜 personally I don't put too much mind to what people think of me or my expression. I get questioned about my clothing; I wear what I like. I get told I'm too masculine; like that's a bad thing? Sometimes people suck, just do what makes you happy

@Amber thank you for the kind words. I make people uncomfortable if I am authentic. My situation would fall apart and I would lose the love of my life. 💔 I guess I just need to let that out to another human. Thanks for listening

Not a problem at all. Humans are social creatures by nature, it's the reason we've come as far as we have. I was terrified to tell my hubby when I finally found a word to describe me. And he just looked at me and said "I always knew you weren't like any other woman I met. I love you, either way, masc or femme." He's even trying to use my preferred pronouns (even though I, personally, cannot be misgendered)

@Amber that's wonderful that he's so supportive! What a sweet story

Are you able to move somewhere you can be yourself more openly?

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