Coming Out

Feb
19
Kevin Spacey, #MeToo, And The Problem Of Gay Shame

Kevin Spacey, #MeToo, And The Problem Of Gay Shame

“As those closest to me know, in my life I have had relationships with both men and women. I have
5 min read
Feb
13
By Fitting In Have You Left the Best Parts of You In The Closet?

By Fitting In Have You Left the Best Parts of You In The Closet?

One of my biggest realizations from reading The Velvet Rage by Alan Downs was that my success in life is
5 min read
Feb
08
You’re Gay, Out, and Successful – Is That All There Is?

You’re Gay, Out, and Successful – Is That All There Is?

The trappings of normality in the straight world come with a cost. Fitting in requires an investment of false energy
4 min read
Jan
29
The Day I Felt No Longer Alone As A Gay Teen

The Day I Felt No Longer Alone As A Gay Teen

I remember when I first heard the song, Smalltown Boy, by Bronski Beat. If memory serves me, it was a
3 min read
Jan
04
Why Is It So Hard To Be Authentic?

Why Is It So Hard To Be Authentic?

Being authentic in a status quo world is easier said than done. Why is this such a big deal, to
3 min read
Jan
02
Coming out: The other side of self-acceptance

Coming out: The other side of self-acceptance

My Dirty Gay Secret: