Self-love, a concept that I once dismissed as cliché or even self-indulgent, has recently taken on a newfound importance in my life. It’s a journey that has transformed the way I see myself, the way I relate to others, and how I navigate the world. In the past, I often placed the needs and expectations… Read More My Journey to Discover My Worth
I had the most amazing grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup for dinner tonight. It was just me for dinner, so I wanted something simple. After an awful couple of weeks filled with betrayal, illness, and broken relationships, this was precisely the comfort food I needed. I realized that there are some things that remind… Read More Old Dying to Live NEW
Disappointment is a feeling of jumping in a pool upside down when you are expecting to do the breaststroke. Misplaced expectations might be the root cause of disappointments suggesting that we each have every ability to deal with life setbacks that result in disappointment. Disappointment is a complex emotional state characterized by feelings of sadness,… Read More The Upside-down World of Disappointment
Jesus said… “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:34-35 NRSV) I cleaned out my closet yesterday. I did so because my… Read More Love One Another
Prejudice is often rooted in ignorance and fear. Prejudice against homosexuality can develop from a variety of factors, including cultural norms, religious beliefs, personal experiences, and societal attitudes. Educating oneself and engaging with LGBTQ+ individuals is the only way I can imagine to challenge negative stereotypes and stereotypes and reduce the current prejudice. Anti-gay prejudice… Read More The Right is Wrong
I lived in a closet for 55 years. It was a lonely and scary place to live for so long. It was a secret that could never be told. The lonely life of a closeted queer man can be a difficult and painful experience. A closeted queer man is someone who has not yet come… Read More Closet Life
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