National Coming Out Day

Today is October 11, 2009, which means it's National Coming Out Day. I thought about making a video, but I decided against it since I tend to be really awkward when I speak, and there's no room for awkwardness here.

Last year, Tyler Oakley posted a video calling for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, to show their support for people who may have been thinking of coming out that day. He said it very well.

I am posting this blog to show my support. I am an ally. If you're thinking about coming out today, know that you are not alone. Know that there are people everywhere who will support you and help you through this. Like Tyler said, coming out is a lifelong process. Not everyone will agree with it. Those people are assholes. Believe me, there is nothing wrong with you, and there is no reason why you shouldn't be able to be comfortable with being who you are. In the words of the brilliant Dr. Seuss, “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”

Love. <3