Me people keep up the picture saying im gay

If you want more advice on coming out, visit BBC Advice. Image source, Getty Images. Image source, Matthew Drapper. Matthew came to terms with being Christian and gay. Image source, Annie Oxley. Annie hopes LGBT people can be more open in future.

Why Does Everyone Think I’m Gay?

How can I tell you. How can I convince you, brother; sister that your life is in danger. That everyday you wake up alive, relatively happy, and a functioning human being, you are committing a rebellious act. You as an alive and functioning queer are a revolutionary.

Amanda Swiger: Photographing Philly

Tell me a little of your coming out experience? What was the most homophobic thing you recall hearing growing up? That convenient Christianity. Favorite holiday? Would you rather swim in a pool or ocean? Ever have a nick name? Well, thank you Bubbles, it was great talking to you!

LGBT survey: None of my family knows I'm gay and it's not something I talk about

This was enough for her to assume I was gay. I then spent several years ignoring bible verses and monologues about why being gay was bad. I view myself as traditionally masculine. It feels like I present myself to the world as a straight, cis man. It is the role that fits me.