25/ gay male looking for friends!
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@TXChelleD try the thread
Looking to lose 100+ lbs... the healthy way
it's a great thread with a lot of really supportive people!0 -
Sorry the specific name is:
Looking to lose 100+ pounds... the healthy way!0 -
Thanks Eri0515!0
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Sent a friend request! Welcome0
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I'm not sure how being gay or straight has any bearing on gaining friends to help support you through your weight loss journey but whatever.
Good luck, your best coach is yourself. doesn't matter what anyone says to you if you haven't made the decision to change.
It's easier than it seems (your sexuality doesn't matter)0 -
headofphat wrote: »I'm not sure how being gay or straight has any bearing on gaining friends to help support you through your weight loss journey but whatever.
Good luck, your best coach is yourself. doesn't matter what anyone says to you if you haven't made the decision to change.
It's easier than it seems (your sexuality doesn't matter)
Bodyshaming is disgustingly rampant in the gay community. The big secret gays don't like to share is that we're way more horrible to each other about how we look than any hate group is to us about our sexuality. All the stereotypes about bitchy, exclusive, twinky gay dudes are true and they get to decide who is and is not attractive, and when you don't look like them, you might as well be straight. So while your sexuality doesn't matter, true, it's incredibly hard to be an overweight gay guy and have any shred of self-confidence, and I think OP is just looking for a similar soul.0 -
Also just started 21 male lol anyone can feel free to add me as well0
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I agree that sexuality should not come into weight loss at all but having a fellow person who is gay couldn't hurt right?0
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atypicalsmith wrote: »How come you only want gay friends?
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One last thing... This post was originally meant to be under the "introduce yourself" discussion... Maybe that would have cleared a lot of this speculation and questions lol0
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Happy belated birthday!
I glanced at your diary and I saw a lot of carbs and almost no protein. Switch things around for more success. *nods*0 -
feel free to add me, I have been on here for 464 days and keep an open diary. I am open minded, don't care whether someone is gay or straight or a little crazy lol. were all on here to improve ourselves for one reason or another.0
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Timelordlady85 wrote: »feel free to add me, I have been on here for 464 days and keep an open diary. I am open minded, don't care whether someone is gay or straight or a little crazy lol. were all on here to improve ourselves for one reason or another.
That's so nice to hear!0 -
blueandgreen wrote: »Bodyshaming is disgustingly rampant in the gay community. The big secret gays don't like to share is that we're way more horrible to each other about how we look than any hate group is to us about our sexuality. All the stereotypes about bitchy, exclusive, twinky gay dudes are true and they get to decide who is and is not attractive, and when you don't look like them, you might as well be straight. So while your sexuality doesn't matter, true, it's incredibly hard to be an overweight gay guy and have any shred of self-confidence, and I think OP is just looking for a similar soul.
Wow I am sorry to hear that this is such a problem. It would seem like it is hard enough dealing with the intolerance and ignorance of people who judge those who happen to be gay but then to have to have more horrid treatment from those who should be sticking together and supporting one another as a group. OTOH people are just monkeys being monkeys and humans can be terrible creatures sometimes.
Here in MFP I just want friends who encourage, support and are not afraid to get honest with each other when it is necessary. If you are in it to succeed and do the hard work that that requires, while still being reasonable (meaning not doing extreme things). I am happy to have you along on the journey.
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The same intolerance and ignorance happens to straight people who are overweight. Why does one's sexual preference have a place here? I don't get it. Should I start every thread announcing that I am heterosexual?0
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I don't only want gay friends
Your intent came through clear for most of us, no need to apologize!
FR sent.
Also @blueandgreen thanks for filling in the discussion with some helpful background info.
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atypicalsmith wrote: »The same intolerance and ignorance happens to straight people who are overweight. Why does one's sexual preference have a place here? I don't get it. Should I start every thread announcing that I am heterosexual?
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And also your ignorance shows in your comment "should I start every thread stating I'm heterosexual?" This is the only thread I have ever created with my orientation in it you act as if I make every thread stating I'm gay... Grow up will you please? Thanks! God bless you!0
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atypicalsmith wrote: »The same intolerance and ignorance happens to straight people who are overweight. Why does one's sexual preference have a place here? I don't get it. Should I start every thread announcing that I am heterosexual?
You had no problem stating right away you're Christian when you responded to his thread. How is that any different? I also hope you notice how he didn't criticize you for that.0
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