Experiences in the LGBTQ Community
In light of pride month, I’d like to kick off my pride theme, which will have at least 4 posts that may not be in consecutive order, with explaining my experiences in the LGBTQ community as a bisexual/panromantic individual being the first.
Personally, I have had a wonderful experience being in the LGBT community. All of my friends have been supportive, and most of my family has been too. I realize that this is not the case for many people.
I have many friends whose family does not accept them, and have tried to help them on multiple occasions, be it buying them binders, helping them go on dates with their s/o, or other favors.
Because of this, I get nervous posting about LGBT related things online when my family can see. They may not understand the jokes I make or things may be too personal.
I also fear the LGBT community to a certain extent. The community tends to think that bi people that are not in a same-sex relationship should not be part of the community. However, we are still bi. It doesn’t matter who we are in a relationship with, we are still attracted to both genders, or more than just the two.
However, I try to get over this fear and put myself out there to help others. I also do so for my own good. I want to go to pride this year, but people are concerned that I may get harassed if I go with my boyfriend, because we are a heterosexual couple even though I am bi.
Overall, I have had a good experience in the community. It has helped me make a lot of friends through the years and helped me grow as a person.
Love is love.
~Amanda Full of Roses
One Response to “Experiences in the LGBTQ Community”
Great post! Unfortunately yes the community can be very judgemental, and exclusionists are just the worst. I’m bi too, and as you said no matter who we are in a relationship with or whether we are in relationship or not, we have a rightful place in the community. I hope you manage to go to Pride and feel safe. It’s your time to shine!