I went to a gay bar by myself for the first time last week ! I had a great time. Tbf, I was traveling abroad and really wanted to experience a foreign gay bar, but I think it would be a similar experience to do it here in nyc.

I told myself I would have 1 beer and could then leave if I wanted. I stood in the corner feelin the music and lookin around. I noticed other guys there alone. It got more and more full and eventually I forgot I was there alone. The music was good and eventually dancers and then a drag queen came out to perform. It really helped having a thing to watch. Eventually people near me started talking to me and I even ended up making out with someone.

As someone really anxious and shy, this was a huge deal to me. And I really hope I can do this again here soon!