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Scenario

When internalized homophobia affects public displays of affection

I've been with my boyfriend for two years but I still can't bring myself to hold his hand in public and I hate that my fear is stronger than my love.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The invisible weight of societal judgment can turn love's natural expressions into acts of calculated courage.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with LGBTQ+ Love, Partnership, and Its Varieties?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.