As a human being, each one of us demands respect because it is in our human nature. A first step to being a respected gay would be to show respectful compassion. This is not dependent of the background where we came from or from the race we come from.
Each person is unique and we must all understand this.
But there are many cases where that respect is not given, as we all know, and the world can be very unfair to some people.
Being Gay With Respectful Compassion
So, let’s say you’re gay and you’ve found the love of your life.
You both adore each other and you proudly wear a rainbow bracelet to show your love. But some people just can’t handle it and start judging you like crazy.
It’s sad, but some folks lose all respect for you just because of your sexual orientation. And if it’s your own family members who are judging you, that can hurt on a whole other level. They might even feel ashamed of you, which is just not cool.
But if you are a gay man or a gay woman, the big question is, how can you be gay with respectful compassion?
It sucks big time when people don’t respect who you are
We totally get that it’s not your fault. But if you wanna be a respected member of the LGBTQ community, you have got to start by respecting others.
You know the old saying, “treat others how you wanna be treated”? That’s the key.
The next step is to be mindful of your actions.
You don’t wanna give anyone a reason to judge or make fun of you because of your sexuality. If you’re a lesbian, for example, you could get involved with charities that help homeless kids or offer counseling to people with HIV.
That way, you’re doing good in the world. Showing people that you’re more than just your sexual orientation.
Carrying out a great purposeful activity for the community can make people trust you as well as know you better and understand you as a human person.
On the other hand if you land a big promotion, people will automatically respect you.
It’s not really fair that you have to work harder just to gain respect from close-minded people in our stereotypical society. But hopefully, things will change soon and the LGBTQ+ community will have the same opportunities as everyone else.
Tips for Respectful Compassion
Here are some tips be be respectful to other people and hopefully make other people’s days a little bit better.
Compliment Someone
Once a week, consistently give someone you know or an acquaintance a true compliment. Make a week by week organizer that will help you track your conduct.
Why not jot down who you complimented each day and how they reacted? It’ll help you remember the positive impact it had on your day!
Make a list of things individuals do who are conscious of their respectful actions.
They hold the door open for those who need it. Listen without interrupting, and avoid arguing, crying, or talking back.
If someone does you wrong or makes you mad, don’t blow up!
You have got to handle the situation with grace. Approach them in a way that respects their dignity.
It’s best to talk to them calmly and privately instead of causing a scene in public. Don’t forget to show that you value their time too!
Be On Time
If you’re someone who’s always running behind schedule, try a bit harder.
Being a respectful gay person takes some effort on your part.
You have to regularly remind yourself to be respectful and mindful every day. Figure out what’s important to you and how you can become a better person. It’s also about knowing what matters most to you, making positive choices that benefit you and others.
To truly be mindful, you might need to reflect on your personal values and how you perceive yourself. Talking to someone you trust can help with this.
Focus on how you treat others.
It’s not about liking everyone, but it’s important to be kind and fair to people. They might not always give you the same treatment back. But you’re setting an example for being a considerate person.
Remember, being gay is about being confident in yourself and not letting others judge or disrespect you.
Gay Long Term Relationships
Love is love, no matter who you are. Whether you’re straight, gay, lesbian, or whatever, it doesn’t discriminate.
And let’s be real, relationships are all about love, sincerity, desire, respect, and individuality. We’re all just people who connect with other people through true love.
Don’t worry about being perfect or fitting into a certain mold.
Just focus on building on your strengths and understanding that everyone is different. And when it comes to relationships, balance is key.
You need both masculine and feminine energy to make it work. But, that doesn’t mean that gender is the most important thing. In any relationship, partners will switch roles and help each other out when needed.
Society has this idea that love can only happen between men and women?Well, that’s totally not true.
Love is love, no matter who it’s between.
And if two guys or two gals want to be together, they should be able to without any judgment. To make any relationship work, you need honesty and trust.
And if you both agree to be faithful, that’s a crucial component too. When you can trust your partner, it’s easier to fully embrace the love that you share. So, let’s ditch the stereotypes and celebrate all love!
Spirituality and true love is important for all relationships.
Forget about your human appearance because love is not concerned with the exterior and the material but instead it is drawn to the inner soul.
When we acknowledge the truth of spirituality and true love then we transcend limitations and move according to our plan with unconditional love for our partner.
To keep your freedom and peace intact, it’s important to balance your commitment.
As a couple, you’ve got to promise to stick together without holding onto grudges or avoiding each other.
Don’t let desire fade away because it’s what brought you together and keeps you connected. It’s like the main course that gives you energy to get through each day without getting bored.
When you’re in a loving relationship, it’s important to keep growing together.
If you don’t, things like trust, commitment, and desire can start to fade away into boredom.
We all want to feel appreciated and encouraged to be our best selves, especially when we’re in a relationship with someone we care about.
So, don’t forget to keep pushing each other to reach your full potential!
When we start dating someone new, we all want to feel like we’re the boss.
It’s normal to want to protect ourselves from vulnerability by acting like we’re in control.
But, trying to dominate each other isn’t going to make a relationship work. Real connections are built by accepting each other’s flaws, insecurities, fears, and quirks. It might sound crazy, but it’s true!
When we start a relationship, we like to feel like we’re in charge, maybe even powerful.
This is to protect ourselves from the vulnerability that comes with opening up to someone. We might carry the pain from past relationships, so we protect ourselves by trying to seem in control.
But no relationship was ever built by lovers’ efforts to assert themselves over each other. Instead, it’s through the mutual exploration of accepting each other’s imperfections, insecurities, fears, and jitters that real connection happens.
It may sound crazy but it’s true.
Meet PJ Weir, former Gay Exchange stalwart and gay rights advocate. Now caring for his mother in Queensland, he reflects on a decade of LGBTQ+ activism.
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