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By Greg Hernandez on Oct 11, 2018 12:00 pm | Comments (1) |

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When this picture was taken I was 17 and I was terrified of what would happen if people found out I was gay. What would my parents do? Would my church kick me out? Everything I knew, I believed…would be gone. I thought no one would love me. I was afraid I would die of AIDS alone somewhere, forgotten and outcast. So I kept my secret. The alternative was too much to bear. When I finally found the strength to come out two years later at 19 in a small town in the northwest, it was definitely a struggle. The family dynamic had to shift, friendships were tested, and I had to start deciding who and what I was about. I forged new friendships, I got out of my comfort zone, I even joined a gay youth group in Spokane, Washington and for the first time in my life I was around people like me. I felt alive, I felt seen, and finally…I saw a future for myself. One where someday I could be an artist, and sing and act and be myself, and maybe even one day meet a nice guy and get married and have kids. Life is not easy. For anyone. No matter what you may think. Everyone struggles. Everyone hurts. And we all need each other to get through this life. Happy #nationalcomingoutday.

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Happy #NationalComingOutDay everybody! That doesn't mean that today is intended to pressure anybody to come out before they're ready. Instead today is a gentle reminder to us all to live our lives honestly and authentically and not allow anybody else's expectations to force us into silence. Coming out is an extremely personal journey that each person should do on their own time when they feel ready, safe and comfortable. There is no "right" way nor a right time to come out. It's all up to you! If you happen to be struggling in the closet then I hope today can be a beacon of hope for you. Click the hashtag to see and read stories of others who have walked the same trail that you're maybe now just finding yourself embarking on. Sometimes it can feel like a tough path to walk but I promise it will be worth it in the end. There is no feeling more liberating, fulfilling or freeing than accepting and acknowledging who you are and then sharing your true self with the world. We all deserve to live our lives authentically and unabashedly. When you live your truth, unafraid and unapologetically, you make it easier for someone else to do so. Representation is how we break down barriers, combat discrimination, and make positive change in the world. Although you may feel alone in the closet there is a community out there that sees you, hears you and not only accepts you but is actually waiting with open arms to embrace you. Good luck!

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I was never the girl who got asked out. Boys didn’t write me notes or call my house. I never had a Valentine. I wasn’t the object of anyone’s affection. I made people laugh. That’s where I received love. I just assumed that would be the one and only place I would get it. Then I came out at 25. It changed my life and how I felt about myself. I finally understood where all that early rejection came from. It didn’t feel as painful or personal anymore. I became so much happier. I finally got to experience the thing I’d seen my friends do most of my life; date. Even with all its ups and downs, at least I was getting a shot at it. It still took a while to find love but I finally did and boy do I love her so. #nationalcomingoutday

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Today is National Coming Out Day. As a proud, gay man, I understand the struggle with acceptance of who you are when you feel so different from everyone else around you. But if you are struggling to find the words or you're feeling alone on your journey to come out, find at least one person to lean on who can be the support that you need. And when you do, you will be okay. I promise. You should never be afraid to be yourself. #NationalComingOutDay #WillandGrace

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  1. October 12th, 2018 at 7:51 am
    Leo says:

    and just how many Celebrities actually have come out on your National Coming Out Day?

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