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Tango With Identity

Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by Nathifa, Feb 1, 2014.

  1. Nathifa

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    Or perhaps tangled is a better word to use here. Hello all!

    I am not completely in the closet any more, most of my friends and family are aware that I'm not entirely straight. I've been saying that I'm a Pansexual with no preference for men and women, but every time I get into a relationship with a man, I simply want to be with a woman.

    At the moment I have a wonderful, caring, kind, loving boyfriend. Due to past sexual abuse by men, I have had trouble keeping boyfriends. I get cold feet. Scared. A desire to flee into the arms of a woman instead of staying with a man. It happens every time. I'm pretty sure its an insecurity, and I can't help wondering if I stayed instead of running, then perhaps I would lose my fear and find myself falling in love with a man. It's just hard, you know? And I have had so many major life changes the past few months. It's no wonder my rock has been shaken and crumbling a bit! :slight_smile:
     
  2. justjade

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    Hey, Nathifa! Welcome to EC! :grin:

    This is a pretty swell place with some awesome people. I hope you enjoy it.

    My wall is always open.
     
  3. Cigsmoker

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    Hi Nathifa!

    First of all, welcome to Empty Closets! Hello hello!

    I am so sorry to hear your past experiences with men. I am sure you are not the only one who had experienced that. Just take all the time you need to figure things out. No rush.

    Cheer up!
    Cigsmoker [Sam]
     
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