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Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by Neo, Jul 22, 2012.

  1. Neo

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    Hi everyone, I found this site about a month ago while looking for advice online and found it quite helpful, and I've finally built up the courage to join.

    A little about me, I am 26 and have known I was gay since I was little, but was in denial about it for a long time. I convinced myself for most of my life that I just needed to meet the "right girl", even though deep down I knew that wasn't what I truly wanted, and struggled with depression for a long time. Only in the last few months have I come to fully accept myself, even if I might not be wholly comfortable with myself yet. I realized I am not getting any younger, and didn't want to waste anymore time pretending to be something I'm not.

    After getting the courage from reading posts on EC, I finally came out of the closet for the first time 2 weeks ago to my older sister and her girlfriend, and then again 2 days ago to one of our close family friends who I have known since I was 7. Even though those went well I am still terrified to tell others and have not told anyone else. I don't have any lgbt friends (other than my sister) and just wish that I could meet more lgbt people nearby.

    Sorry for rambling, and thanks for taking the time to read a little bit about me. I can tell from the posts I've read that everyone here is incredibly nice, and I am just hoping to find a place of support that I can fit in with.
     
  2. BradThePug

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    Hello and Welcome!!
     
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    Hey! Everyone really is very very welcoming here. I'm glad you came! Don't worry, you'll find plenty of people who understand, and it's much easier to be open around these people. I've only been here for a little while, and I've already become more open with myself and everyone around me. Good luck, and PM me if you ever need anything. ^.^
     
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    Welcome to EC. Know that here, you are among friends. Remember if you find yourself with any questions or are in need of support that many people have been in similar situations and will be happy to give you advice. :smilewave
     
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    Hello Neo a(&&&)nd welcome to EC. I'm fairly new too - it won't take you long to fit in and you're right - there are a lot of lovely people on here.

    Have fun!
     
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    Bienvenue! :smilewave
     
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    Hey welcome to EC.
     
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    heyy, I'm new too, and I've found this site lovely and welcoming.

    I hope you're feeling ok, I came out a week ago and I'm finding it hard to be wholly comfortable with myself but that's just because I'm having to be honest for the first time x
     
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    I'm glad that you decided to join the site and accept yourself.

    Welcome to EC!
     
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    hey I am new too guys!! glad to be here and hope to contribute on this site and interact with everyone. :slight_smile: (!)
     
  11. boilingintexas

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    Hello! I'm new here too, and I completely understand what you mean by uncomfortable. I just came out within this last month.
     
  12. thylvin

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    Hi and welcome... oh and congrats. Don't worry to much over it, things will become easier from here on end. As for friends, yeah at least we are all here to help and support you when you need it. Good luck with the rest of the coming out process.
     
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    Hello, and welcome to EC, Neo. :slight_smile: