Is staying in the closet forever a bad thing?

not at all. There are many introverts out there. Being an introvert, is a good thing , as the reports suggest that introverts are hard working and they tend to do their work at the earliest.

Everyone should do what’s best for them and what makes their soul happy. If, like myself, you discover that you prefer to be with women at the age of 40, and you’re married with 4 young children, it might be a little complicated and you should likely proceed with caution.

From my experience, you will be missing out on so many exciting opportunities and experiences if you stay in the closet. It also creates a barrier between those closest to you as you'll always have to keep part of yourself always hidden.

No. You should talk about your sexuality only with whom you feel comfortable to. It's something quite personal!

No, it is not a bad thing. It is up to you and it is your decision if you want to disclose your sexual orientation, and if so, to which person. Sometimes there are situations and environments where you might not be able to come out or if you did come out, it could cause harm mentally and physically. In the end, it is your decision if you want to come out and who you want to come out. Your sexual orientation is no one's business but only your own.

It can be yet coming out is process and each person has the right to determine the right place, time, and individuals to do so if they do choose to come out. There are many factors to consider so reflection is needed beforehand in terms of such thing as safety and financial reasons.

Many people will say that yes, it's a bad thing. They'll tell you that you should be showing the world who you are. Some even make an issue of honesty. But it's your life. They are your feelings. If you feel comfortable not sharing that part of you with others, those feelings are important. Do not let people pressure you into expressing parts of yourself, regardless of what they are, that you are not comfortable doing. That's the fastest way to feel worse and not better.

Nothing about coming out is inherently good or bad. The choices about when, how and to whom you should come out are completely personal and no one can judge them. But you should always try to do whatever you think would make you feel good. Usually people decide to come out eventually, because for them living their life freely and openly and sharing their identity with others makes them feel better than hiding and pretending - even if coming out can be scary and maybe not everyone will be supportive. But if you think you can live your identity secretely and still feel good, why not? Just do whatever your heart tells you, and if one day you will change your mind and need something different, you can always come out whenever you want!

Not necessarily. I think it's a shame that some of us felt that need. I'm bi and I've been in the closet for many, many years. I wish things were different when I was younger and I wish I had the courage to come out before getting married to my wife. But I've been living this way for so many years it just IS. I didn't choose to be bi. But I've chosen to remain in the closet. Maybe some day I'll come out. Maybe not. I've had that urge more so lately. And it has been causing me some anxiety. But in general my life has been pretty good.

Yes, yes it is. Your sexuality is a part of you, and unless you live in an area where you will be judged, I'd say at least tell someone. Explore your sexuality. Go on, go now!