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Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by strova, Nov 4, 2012.

  1. strova

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    Hi, everyone :icon_bigg

    I've been lurking on this site for a while and it seems like the people here are really kind. Today, for whatever reason, I finally decided to register...

    I've known I am not straight since I was around twelve, but I've recently realized that I'm not a cisgender person either. I do not really have an issue with self-acceptance, but more with being accepted by others, especially by my family. I love the resources I find online about LGBTQ issues because they introduce me to new perspectives and help me make sense of what I'm feeling. But sometimes it seems like I am always thinking about my identity (in theory) but never truly expressing it to others in the real world. I get really lonely because, although I know gay people offline, I'm not out to them. Also I do not know any trans* folks, so basically I have no one to talk to about these things.

    So I guess I hope I can just find some support on this site (or give it to others if needed), and maybe I'll be able to understand myself better along the way.

    I look forward to getting to know you all!
     
  2. BradThePug

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    Hello and Welcome!!
     
  3. Toaddy

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    Welcome to EC! Hope you meet some people who can help you! :slight_smile:
     
  4. nwonderlad

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    Welcome to EC! I'm sure you will feel like part of the EC-family very soon :wink: x
    Oh, since you live in NY, USA, it may sound stupid but since there are the elections in 2 days, try to find out who they are gonna vote, if they vote for Obama, then... it might be a good sign :wink: x
     
  5. FunnyMonkey

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    Hello welcome to the EC!!
     
  6. AlexisAnne

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    Welcome to EC :slight_smile: Feel free to visit my wall if you ever want to talk about your gender issues. I'm one of quite a few on EC whom I'm sure would be willing to offer an ear or any support I can :slight_smile: Have fun here.
     
  7. strova

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    Thanks for the kind words everyone :slight_smile:
     
  8. rainbowbear

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    :smilewave Welcome to EC!
     
  9. Rachyl

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    Welcome to one of the safest places to be questioning on the internet.

    THE EC :icon_bigg (*hug*)
     
  10. silverhalo

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    Hey welcome to EC.