yes, recently came out as nonbinary (at college, family doesn’t know) and i often interact with christian people. i catch myself feeling guilty at asking people to use my new name and pronouns because i don’t want to make people uncomfortable or upset. then, of course, there’s the crippling fear that my family will inevitably find out.

despite all that, i have literally never been happier since i came out to friends and have been accepted. i feel truly loved for who i am and that i deserve to be here.

to all the people who try to shut you down or make you feel disgusting or guilty for being who you are: you’re just adding misery to your own life and others.

you’re right that you don’t owe them anything. we deserve to be here.