Hi, I'm new here and hoping to get some help. I came out of the closet in college at the age of 20. It didn't bother my friends or family, and I was pretty happy. I went through the rest of my college years open about my sexuality. However, I normally didn't bring it up unless it was somehow relevant to the conversation, and I do not behave in a way that would naturally lead people to assume I'm gay. So, I graduated at age 23, having made some cool straight friends, but no good gay friendships(let alone a boyfriend =/ ). I guess I was too passive in hoping to just run into and befriend some gay people. Now, I recently turned 24 and I don't even know where to start. I don't imagine that going to a gay club would get me what I'm looking for, although a gay bar might not be a terrible option. The university I graduated from(and I still work at) has an LGBT center, but I question whether I should go there because I'm older than the 18-22 year old students that use it. Can anyone give me some tips on how to get started making some gay friends?
Don't be afraid to visit the LGBT centre; some people are mature beyond their years. If you let people know you're gay they might know someone that would make a good friend for you.
Agreed with above. Honestly, you're not too old to visit the LGBT center. I'm sure there are tons of 22-year olds who'd date a 24-year old. There's not really even a disparity there. Just go, say hi to people. Hang out there/do some reading maybe. You can make some friends, and maybe meet a guy. Even if you don't meet a guy, it'd be great to get more into the LGBT scene.
Checking out the LGBT centre isn't a bad idea. There are also dedicated LGBT online dating sites. You only have to google them. Hope all goes well
