Gay & Lesbian Support: Closets are for brooms, not people.
Do you know someone who is gay? A friend or co-worker, a son or
daughter, mother or father, brother or sister? Perhaps you
suspect they might be gay but they haven't come out of the
closet yet? Or maybe they are out of the closet, but are
struggling to find confidence in themselves. It doesn't really
matter what the situation... the important question is... are
you supporting him or her? Do they know that you accept them for
who they are?
If not, why not? You should tell them. It's that simple. It is
all too common for a gay man or lesbian, whether they are young
or old, to struggle to ACCEPT THEMSELVES. Imagine how hard that
is when they aren't sure whether their loved ones accept and
support them.
Being in the closet can be a horrible experience. Your life is a
huge secret. The emotional, mental, and even phyiscal strains
that secret causes can be extremely detrimental. Long term
effects can be depression and anxiety, mental breakdowns, even
suicide. The closet is no place for someone. Closets are for
brooms, not people.
It's amazing how much even one small, supportive gesture from
you can inspire confidence and hope in someone who is struggling
with being gay. Don't underestimate how much your positive
thoughts and support could mean to a gay friend or relative.
Even if they aren't struggling (at least outwardly), you can
never be too supportive. Show your support directly by sending
an email or a card. Indirectly, get a mug or t-shirt that shows
your support. Display a rainbow (a gay pride symbol) on your
car, in your home, or at your workplace. If you love them, do
SOMETHING, ANYTHING!
You can find rainbow gifts (hats, shirts, mugs, mousepads, and
more) at http://w
ww.the-gift-wizard.com/rainbow-gifts.html
For products with a message like: "Closets are for brooms, not
people" visit http://www.cafepre
ss.com/rainbow_closet
To send a free e card, visit: http://www.the
-gift-wizard.com/e-cards.html
If someone who is gay or lesbian should have the courage to come
out of the closet, you should at least have the courage to show
your support. Think about it.