I'm phoning the local LGBT teen support group on monday to schedule a counseling session. Though I'm technically out to my family, friends, coworkers and such I still have a very hard time accepting myself, despite the fact that I seem "okay" with it. I'm really nervous about it, so I just was hoping for some words of encouragement so I don't wuss out again.
Hi there! You can do it!!!! That's the way to go! I think it is great that you are seeking help with coming to terms with yourself and trying to accept yourself for who you are. Realizing that you need to work on it is already huge. That's something to be proud of!
That's great !! Like Mirko said, admitting to yourself that you need help and seeking for this help is already a huge step in the process of accepting who you are. Congratulations :eusa_clap and let us know how it's going. (*hug*) Eleanor
your taking active steps to make your life better, instead of just whining about it and hoping things get better. That shows real courage. GO YOU! now where is that happy smiley face? Oh there he is: :eusa_danc
sounds like you're braver than me. it'll do you good to be around people that understand exactly what you've gone through with yourself, and i'm sure you're going to enjoy it.. i should try to find the local LGBT support group around my area come to think of it. thanks for the idea
I'm actually considering doing the same thing myself, and for a similar reason - coming out hasn't been an all-night celebration for me just yet and I'm still having some trouble embracing myself as a gay man (I like the way our resident Padre says it - "seeing it as a gift rather than a burden"). So I'll give you all the encouragement I can muster if you'll do the same for me!
I'm glad I was helpful, James And counseling has always been helpful for me - to the extent I was willing to open up about myself. At this point, I have absolutely no secrets with my therapist or my spiritual director. On Thursday, I'll get to break the news to my psychiatrist (I'm nervous because his is a devout Mormon, but a great doc.). And if you don't click with the first counselor, try again.
