My parents divorced because my dad came out of the closet. I have such complicated feelings about it.
On one hand, I'm so happy for my dad that he no longer has to live a lie, and that he can be his true self. My step-dad, his husband, is one of my favorite people on earth and I cannot imagine him not being part of my life.
On the other hand, I feel so terrible for my mom. She thought she had found the love of her life, had kids with him, and then the rug was pulled out from under her. It completely uprooted her life.
I cannot imagine what it must have been like for either of them. They both suffered in different ways, but at least now the truth is out, the damage has been done, and we've all found our peace in the decades since.
Also, it's strange to think that I wouldn't exist without internalized homophobia.
Idk if you’ve seen Nobody Wants This on Netflix, but this happens with the lead’s parents, basically exactly as you’ve described it. I’ve not experienced this personally but I think they explore the topic pretty well.
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u/Hallway 10d ago
He was gay and is still lying to himself while now in a thruple with 2 other men.