Being gay is tough! Before you ‘come out’ you may feel isolated, dishonest and afraid. Afterwards it’s a rollercoaster of highs and lows. Coming to terms with being gay can take many years and it’s only when you yourself have fully come to terms with the fact that you are gay that you can even begin to think about telling anyone else. This period can often be one of intense confusion – one day you can be brimming with confidence and ready to shout it from the rooftops and the next day you can feel insecure and glad that nobody knows but you.
‘Coming out’ will be a different experience for every person, but one thing you can be sure of is that everything will change. You may fear the worst and the people you are closest to may need some time to get used to the ‘new you’. During this time, it can feel like the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders. We can help you through this stressful and demanding time in your life.
By focussing on what you really want and establishing a goal, it is then just a question of finding the best path to get there. We will give you the tools to come up with your own answers and find the best solution for your situation. You will learn that by adopting a more positive attitude you can overcome anything that may be standing in your way. Most important of all is not to feel guilty and to enjoy this time as one of excitement and relief where at last you can be the complete ‘you’.
