married but gay stories

Some gay married men struggle with self - acceptance. Even though they are in a marriage, they may still be in denial about their true selves for a long time. They might go through periods of depression or anxiety as they try to balance their married life with their true sexual orientation. They often have to make tough decisions about whether to stay in the marriage, come out, or try to find a middle ground like an open marriage.

One story could be that a married man has a gay friend who is an amazing artist. The married man often goes to his friend's art exhibitions and has learned a great deal about art and creativity from him. This friendship has broadened his perspective on different lifestyles and the importance of self - expression.

One inspiring married and gay story is that of Jim and Tom. They met in college and after years of being together, they got married in a state where it was legal. They have been advocates for gay rights in their community, showing that their love is just as strong as any other couple's.

There are married men who travel and during their travels, they meet new people and cultures. In a new environment, away from the constraints of their home life, they might discover their gay identity. For example, in a more liberal city or country, they feel free to explore their feelings and attractions towards the same sex. This new - found self - awareness can be both exciting and terrifying as they have to figure out how to deal with their marriage back home.

There are married gay stories where the couple has adopted children. For example, two men got married and then adopted a child who was in need of a loving home. They have been raising the child with so much love and care, showing that their family is just as normal and functional as any other. They face challenges like any parents but they also have a very special bond within their family.

One possible story could be of a married man who, after years of living a 'straight' life, finally realizes his true sexual orientation. He might struggle with feelings of guilt because he loves his wife but is also attracted to men. For example, he could meet someone at his workplace who makes him understand his repressed feelings.

There may be some anecdotal stories out there, but the idea of 'converting' someone's sexual orientation is a misnomer. Sexual orientation is an inborn trait. A married man might discover his bisexuality or homosexuality later in life on his own, not because someone else 'converted' him. For example, he could have been suppressing his true feelings due to societal pressure, and when he meets someone who makes him feel safe and understood, he may start to explore his true self.

One problem is that it doesn't respect the fact that a married man's feelings and identity are his own to discover. These so - called stories suggest that an external force, like a gay man, can manipulate someone's sexual orientation. Also, it can create unnecessary fear and homophobia. People might wrongly believe that if a gay man befriends a married man, there is some sort of conversion attempt going on, when in reality, they could just be friends. Moreover, it oversimplifies the complex process of self - discovery that many people, including married men, may go through regarding their sexual orientation.

There are cases where individuals might have suppressed their gay feelings while being married and straight. For example, they might have been in denial for a long time. But life events, like meeting other members of the LGBTQ+ community or self - discovery through reading and research, led them to embrace their gay identity. This often involves a journey of self - acceptance and also dealing with the potential fallout from their previous straight life, such as how to handle the end of their marriage in a respectful and amicable way.

No, I don't think they are very common. Older married gay individuals are often more committed to their marriages and may not be as likely to engage in hook - up situations. Also, society's views and the internalized values they hold can act as deterrents.