....celebration? Are there exceptional *circumstances* that you see as acceptable for not being 'out and proud'?
Is being *in the closet* just another facet of the 'diversity' we are told to 'celebrate' as a community?
2007-03-09 21:53:20 · 8 answers · asked by Just Ask Ashley 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
One cannot celebrate ones life if one is not honest.
Being in the closet is not being honest with yourself or with others.
If you are not honest with yourself then you cannot live a truly fulfilled life and happiness will forever be fleeting and just out of your reach.
We have nothing to be ashamed of nor is there a reason to be in the closet for long.
Yes all gays should come out of the closet and get in the face of the government and the people and demand our rights.
2007-03-09 23:59:00 · answer #1 · answered by Crampy Grampy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do not resent anyone closeted. It takes time, some longer than others.
However when there are innocent wives and children involved I tend to be a little upset. If you are gay and want to remain in the closet, don't do something that would end up hurting many (getting a girlfriend for a serious relationship, a wife, children etc).
2007-03-10 06:05:04 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whether they are 'in the closet' or out of it, is their choice. I have good frinds who are gay, some out and some in. Don't worry about the issues of circumstances and celebration, just be human and live life to the full. The path you use to take you there is your choice.
2007-03-10 06:02:03 · answer #3 · answered by Jacqui Waze 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
people who are in the closet need to be accepted as well not goaded, its a very personal thing for most people whoever had reason to be in the closet in the first place... being "out" is certaintly not an obligation but I do think in most cases it proves to be beneficial to the persons happiness and their life but again, it is a personal thing. you may give advice to a close friend or family member, assure them that they have support if and when they choose to "come out" but beyond that I think you should give them a little room and try to understand their reasons for not being open with the people in their life.
when someone turns to self-destructive behaviour or is in someother way seemingly unable to handle this time in their life then of course, reach out to them
but yes, I think being in the closet should be accepted as just a stage that many men and women have to go through for whatever reason and its something they most deal with on their own, I dont think that there is much reason for resentment (unless they start gay-bashing) just accept it as a part of theese peoples lives, they will come out when they are ready. i've said it before but i'll restate it as concisely as possible: accept it, embrace it, offer your support and then let them handle it themselves.
2007-03-10 06:06:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not at all. Some people for reasons we are all too painfully aware of must remain closeted.
However, I DO resent people in the closet who will bash other gays and Lesbians in an effort to protect their heterosexual "image".
2007-03-10 06:17:32 · answer #5 · answered by castle h 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do not resent people who are not that open. It is people who are in constant denial. My ex-neighbour denied it for years even though he was constantly accused. He finally came out about four years ago.
2007-03-10 06:04:16 · answer #6 · answered by Darrenj 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone in entitled to take there time and find themselves, before they come out.
2007-03-10 06:14:53 · answer #7 · answered by chucknkeith1 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No i do not.I pray for them to see light at the end of tunnel.Bible says,my children are getting lost because of lucking knowledge.Bible is the way to good deeds and i appeal to them to read it.
2007-03-10 06:17:51 · answer #8 · answered by mukwathagicu 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋