Maybe there has already been life on other planets, but they fucked their planet up to the point where life ceased to exist before we started being able to explore space.
fun fact: the infamous hell is real sign is about halfway between where I go to college and my moms house, so it’s become common practice to text her an out of context “hell is real” message to let her know I’m getting close when I visit
And if that’s not the best summary of Ohio I don’t know what is
back when wonder woman came out, a girl i know was raving about how pretty gal gadot is and how she’s so in love with her and everyone was like girl crush i get you i’d go gay for gal gadot too and now that girl is an out and proud lesbian with a girlfriend who bears a striking resemblance to diana prince and guys she’s out there living the dream and i couldn’t be prouder
In honor of Pride Month, here are some things that I needed to hear when I was in the closet.
I hope they help if you’re struggling, questioning, and/or unable to come out❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
It’s okay if you can’t come out right now. Whether it’s because it’s not safe for you to, you’re afraid, you aren’t sure of yourself, you’re not ready, or any other reason, it’s okay. I fully respect your decision and hope one day you’re able to live your truth. You’re still part of the community and you are so loved.
It’s okay to be confused. Everyone goes through a point of uncertainty with their identity because of cisheteronormativity. As you grow older and understand yourself and the world around you more, things will make more sense. Figuring yourself out is a journey that can be frustrating and take a long time. Go at your own pace!
It’s normal to be afraid. It can be incredibly terrifying to come to terms with being LGBT+. You’re not weak for feeling scared. It will get less scary over time. You will become more and more brave. There are people advocating for your safety.
It’s okay to try different labels or not use labels at all. If labeling your gender/orientation makes you feel more comfortable and confident in your identity, great! Use one! But if stressing over labels is holding you back, you don’t even need a label. You can just say you’re unsure or you prefer not to use labels. If it feels empowering to have a label, good. If it feels like you’re putting yourself in a box, it’s not worth it.
You’re part of an amazing community of people. The LGBT+ community has made so much progress and continues to fight everyday. We are so diverse and while we may not always agree on everything, there is a space for you in our community. You will find people with similar ideals who love you and cherish you and help you grow.
There is nothing wrong with your gender/sexual orientation. You are just as worthy of love, respect, and happiness as anyone outside of the community. Your LGBT+ identity is not a flaw and should not be treated as such.
It gets better. I know that sounds cheesy but it’s a popularized saying for a reason. There are so many people you haven’t even met yet and you will find people who love you for who you are. I know it can feel so hopeless, but I swear to you there is hope. You won’t feel this way forever.
You are never, ever alone. If you need someone to talk to, there are thousands of people on social media who care and want to help (myself included!)
If anyone has hurt you or told you you’re wrong for being you, you didn’t deserve that. People who are homophobic, transphobic, lesbophobic, biphobic, etc. are ignorant, cruel, wrong, and riddled with pent up negativity that they unfairly took out on you. That’s their fault. It was never your fault and never will be.
Internet friends are real friends. If the only people you know who support you or know about this part of you are people you met online, that’s okay. I’m proud of you for making connections and reaching out to find people who can help.
You are so strong and this is making you stronger. You’re self-aware and capable of making connections and being confident and standing up for yourself.
You’re going to be okay. Keep your head up and stay strong. I love you.
so today was my first day back at camp and this years basically my first year where im like being a full on girl at camp and so like i was with my group today which is mostly kids whove known me for like 3 years at this point and one kid who knows me less well and like this kids 9 right so he asks me if im a boy or a girl like right off the bat cuz well, hes 9. I tell him im a girl and one of the other kids is like What!? no youre not. and im like i sure am. Another kid asks “then why were you a boy last year?” im like getting ready to figure out how the hell im gonna explain this to a kid in like 4 seconds. and then another kid asks “omg was you pretending to be a boy just an elaborate joke you and the other counselors were playing on us?!??” i just kinda stand there and im like………………………… yes. they all get cracked up because they think me pretending to be a boy was like, the funniest, most long term prank that has ever been committed to them and like i gotta say, i wholeheartedly agree that being amab is just a fucking joke.
another kid was like “but wait? you had a girlfriend last year?” as if she thinks shes just seen through me by asking that simple question and i just say “sometimes girls have girlfriends” and she just nods like i just said the wisest fucking thing anyone has ever fucking said
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