Lesson 5: Closeted & Coming Out
Good Day, Students! Happy PRIDE Month 🌈 Welcome to Sex-Ed class 😊. Our Fifth lesson will cover: Being Closeted and Coming Out! What does it mean to be 'Closeted'? Well, it means to conceal a part of your gender identity, and (or) sexuality. Someone may choose to be in the closet for a variety of reasons. Some of the most common reasons are: To protect themselves (and sometimes their partner(s) too) from physical harm, death, or discrimination. They are exploring themselves, and haven't come to a decision on what their gender identity and (or) sexuality might be. They don't believe in labels. They do not have access to a supportive & accepting community around them. Loud and clear for the students in the back of my class, There is no shame in being, living, and growing in the closet. Especially if it's to protect yourself. Your well-being always comes first! Discussion I wanted this lesson to be an open discussion. So it won't be as ...