Summary
NPR commemorated National Coming Out Day by sharing stories from LGBTQ+ individuals about their experiences with coming out. The article highlights personal journeys and advice from people who have shared their sexual identities with loved ones. It aims to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ rights and encourage others to live authentically.
Key Facts
- National Coming Out Day has been observed annually on October 11 since 1988.
- The day focuses on awareness of LGBTQ+ rights and the significance of coming out.
- NPR asked its readers for their coming out stories, receiving over 170 responses.
- Victor Ortiz Jr. shared his story about coming out to his family and eventually his support network.
- Ortiz waited until he was 42 to text his parents about his true identity and his partner.
- Anu Gupta, who grew up in an immigrant Indian family, discussed his journey to self-acceptance and coming out.
- Gupta used meditation to strengthen self-love and acceptance before telling his parents.
- Both individuals offer advice on self-love and finding supportive communities.