Posted by: durbarmargnepal October 13, 2012
Being gay in Nepalese society
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 enigma,

Don't let anyone ever tell you how to live your life (although this sounds very similar to what you suggested to the other guy who started the other thread, I feel the need to repeat it because it can't be emphasized enough)

Most Nepali conservatives will not understand the fact that your sexual identity is not a choice, and it is what you were born with, so it is useless arguing with them and trying to get them to be on the same page as you. However, please know that there are a lot of knowledgable people like us who get it, and support you.

Since you really can't change the mentality of people back home (and even some people here), I'd advise you look into the gay asylum visa (given you want to stay here for a while). 

Also, if you ever need to talk to anyone about any of this, feel free to shoot me a message on sajha. Although I am a girl, I'm all ears if you need to talk to someone. Fifty years ago, these conservatives were arguing that racism was okay. A while ago, they were debating whether women should vote. So, things are going to change and we need people like you to stay strong so that we can bring about that change. I know it is a lot of responsibility on your shoulders, but I can't explain how much the future generation is going to appreciate that.




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