It sets in motion a chain reaction in the lives of people we know and the organizations we affect. Coming out empowers our sense of identity, self-worth, and potential. When we come out, no matter how stressful, consciousness is raised, and thus, bigotry is diminished. By merely being ourselves, living our lives openly, proudly, lovingly, we exemplify strength and often inspire all kinds of people to speak out against injustice. By coming out we inspire others to take up the cause of their own liberation.
Empowerment is a contagious thing.
It is always inspirational when you feel stronger and better about yourself. I think it may be time for all of us in the gay and lesbian community to become public with our relationships. We must remember that we are always stronger in numbers. What matters is that we make our relationships visible and I believe that only then will they become more acceptable. Not all paths are straight.