Would it be appropriate for me to tell people at work my sexual orientation?
Anonymous
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Mar 29, 2016
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It depends on the situation. If a coworker of the opposite sex asks you out, tries to flirt with you, etc; and you prefer the same sex, politely deny them and explain to them why. It doesn't have to be public knowledge in your workplace if you don't want it to be.
kindheartedSky78
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Apr 12, 2015
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I think I would be asking myself the question, why you would want to tell your colleagues your sexual orientation and why you feel it is important
Anonymous
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May 6, 2015
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Honestly, it's up to you whether or not you want to disclose that information. It really isn't a big deal, and no one needs to know your orientation. I would be careful, though. If your orientation isn't accepted by them, things can get pretty nasty. So, in short, you don't have to tell anyone. If you feel obliged to, go ahead. Contact me if you have any LGBT issues.
Gabocha3086
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Nov 23, 2015
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I think is not of their business to know but if somebody ask you just be yourself and tell then otherwise tou are not force to share your private life with everyone
Anonymous
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Feb 9, 2016
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It depends if your workplace is a safe space, and if you feel comfortable, mainly. As well, if you're being hounded and questioned about it, it might be best to just tell people about it.
mayssamk
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Feb 22, 2016
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If you feel like you want to then yes, why not. Do whatever you need to do to make your work place somewhere where you can be yourself, fully and wholly. I think that's what's important.
gracefulHeart44
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Mar 29, 2016
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I think that you should do what makes you feel comfortable. If you feel that you should tell them your sexuality then I think you should, but if you don't feel comfortable or you feel like they will judge you, then maybe it is better if you keep it to yourself. Really, it's all up to what you feel is comfortable.
Aayla
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Jul 1, 2019
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There are no fixed rules for that. In general, coming out is something very personal, in the sense that it's up to each individual to decide if, when, how and to whom to come out. If you believe that telling them will make you feel better than not telling them, you can go for it! You should be free to express yourself and live your identity openly, if that's what you wish.
Breathedani
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Jan 30, 2015
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This is honestly a hard choice. I am gay, and if I was in your shoes I would not tell anyone at work my sexual orientation. Although I am openly gay, I would not want to risk losing my job if my boss or a co-worker turned out to be homophobic.... Good luck!
Anonymous
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May 31, 2015
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If you feel the need to, you can. If you don't think its a big deal and you think they wouldn't mind, you can treat your sexuality as they would theirs. If you hear someone at work making general homophobic comments, you can stand up and say "I'm (insert sexuality here) and that's extremely offensive."
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