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Denninmi

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8. A vicarious fight with myself?

Reply to HereSince1628 (Reply #7)

Fri Jan 4, 2013, 05:09 PM

Jan 2013

Absolutely. It's no secret how much I have struggled with fear, of stigma, of where I might end up in life, of how this could play out if I am "outed".

So, yes, the outer battle definitely reflects my internal battle. I guess I accept myself better if I know others are willing to accept me, and that I can defend myself against those who would oppress because they cannot accept.

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Does anybody else have this hesitation? [View all] Glaug-Eldare Jan 2013 OP

No such hesitation for me. elleng Jan 2013 #1

No, and if someone does that give me a holler and I'll kick their ass Tobin S. Jan 2013 #2

I agree, Tobin. Denninmi Jan 2013 #3

I find that it isn't worth the effort.... Sophiegirl Jan 2013 #4

I think that's an important point... HereSince1628 Jan 2013 #5

Well. I told the group back in Oct. how the quack psych told me to come out. Denninmi Jan 2013 #6

There's also no prohibition on advocacy, either... HereSince1628 Jan 2013 #7

A vicarious fight with myself? Denninmi Jan 2013 #8

Self-confidence tama Jan 2013 #9