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I Came Out, So Why Am I Still Coming Out?

17 Sept 202629 min

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Welcome back to Let's Be Perfectly Queer Podcast, your go-to LGBT Australian podcast for all things queer

In this episode of Let’s Be Perfectly Queer, we talk about the reality of constantly coming out as LGBTQIA+ and the mental load that comes with it.

Coming out is often portrayed as one big conversation with your family or friends. But what happens when you start a new job? Meet a new doctor? Make new friends? Or a complete stranger makes an assumption about your partner?

Suddenly, you're faced with the same question again: Do I say something? Do I correct them? Do I let it go? Is this actually a safe space?

In this episode:

  • The never-ending reality of coming out
  • The mental load of constantly deciding whether to come out
  • The everyday assumptions about being straight and cisgender
  • Protecting your energy vs making something a teaching moment
  • The pressure to explain your relationship and identity
  • Why using the word "partner" can be more inclusive
  • Coming out is a choice, not an obligation=

Join us as we talk about the never-ending process of coming out, queer identity, LGBTQIA+ safety and the mental exhaustion that can come with constantly explaining who you are.

And until next time... stay perfectly queer!

Much love
Archie & Katie 🌈





If you have found anything we have spoken about in this episode difficult or triggering, you can reach out to the following services:


AUSTRALIA:
Phone:

  • Lifeline is available 24/7 – 13 11 14
  • QLife (LGBTQI+ support): 1800 184 527
  • Beyondblue is available 24/7 - 1300 224 636
  • Crisis Care Helpline is available 24/7 – 1800 199 008
  • Kids Helpline (ages 5–25): is available 24/7 – 1800 55 1800
  • RUAH Community Services is available 24/7 - 13 78 24

Online:

  • Head to health online chat  - headtohealth.gov.au
  • RUAH Community Services - ruah.org.au or connect@ruah.org.au 


AROUND THE WORLD:


Find more resources:

https://safeinourworld.org/news/global-lgbtq-support/

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Much love
Archie & Katie 🌈

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