Bisexual and Ready to Come Out

Ron is bisexual and ready to come out to his wife, family and kids. He asks a few very personal questions before taking the next step:

Ron: I'm on this island by myself trying to figure out what to do.  My question to you is:  Will I be accepted in my black community as a bisexual male? 

Ramon: It's no secret, there are challenges when it comes to sexuality and the African-American community and the stigma that has been attached to bisexual men has only exacerbated the issue. However, you are not the sole resident of a distant island of identity outside of a collective. Many gay and bisexual African-American men find solace after coming out. There are a multitude of thriving, healthy and actualized African-American gay men, despite any negativity that exists. Being bisexual does not change who you are as a black man. Try not to fall down the rabbit hole of acceptance. Not everyone will accept you, within or outside of the African-American community. What's important is that you continue to accept yourself and seek out those that are welcoming.

Ron: I have been told that I am the only one with so much turmoil and emotional instability attached to this issue and that when I come out no one will really care.  Is this true?

Ramon: I'm not sure who told you that, but I wouldn't trust him with your stock portfolio... more

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