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Post by amandeep2409 on Jun 20, 2023 20:43:07 GMT
Are there any closeted Sikhs on this thread who would like to share their experience and how they are dealing with it? I am more than happy to talk
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Post by Saathi on Jun 22, 2023 14:13:53 GMT
Hey and thanks for your post and welcome to LGBT HERO Forums. I know some closeted Sikhs. I used to be closeted myself because I was afraid of being excluded from my family, culture and religion which impacted my mental health and wellbeing. Thankfully I had a fairly accepting family but they found my sexuality difficult to understand. They thought it was some choice I was making and then realised it is who I am. >> www.lgbthero.org.uk/coming-out Have you heard of Sarbats LGBT - a really great organisation for Sikh LGBTQ+ people. There is also Gay Indian Network - they have various WhatsApp groups too. Have a look at this link >> www.lgbthero.org.uk/sa-directory (this list most of the South Asian LGBTQ+ social and support / orginisations in the UK. Places like Birmingham LGBT in Birmingham also offer 121 support too and they have a dedicated South Asian/Middle Easter LGBTQ+ worker there. Also have a look at this help >> www.lgbthero.org.uk/find-supportI hope this helps you and do stay in touch and let us know if you need any other info. Just remember you are not alone and there is support out there. Eventually we get to have chosen family as well. You are enough and you will find your way. Best wishes |
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Post by habibi on Aug 26, 2023 20:32:00 GMT
Are there any closeted Sikhs on this thread who would like to share their experience and how they are dealing with it? I am more than happy to talk Not a Sikh but a South Asian. If you want to chat most welcome |
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Post by Saathi on Aug 29, 2023 13:09:56 GMT
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Post by Saathi on Aug 30, 2023 10:23:11 GMT
Also have a look at Sarbats LGBT and The Open Minds Project.
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Post by unklejay on Sept 24, 2023 20:21:05 GMT
Can I talk with someone this is difficult for me
I'm not sure what I'm doing
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Post by Saathi on Sept 25, 2023 9:23:43 GMT
Hi there and thanks for your post. When you say you do not know what you are doing - are you safe for now and at no risk? Hope all is well and stay in touch. If you're experiencing an emergency and feel like your life or safety is in danger, call 999 and ask for the police or ambulance service. You can also call Samaritans on 116 123 to speak to someone, 24/7, 365 days a year. There are many places you can talk to. all the spaces below are private and confidential. Please have a look below and let us know how you have got on. www.lgbthero.org.uk/find-supportThis can be a good start >> Switchboard - 0300 330 0630, 10am-10pm - email chris@switchboard.lgbt LGBTQ+ helpline run by volunteers. Here to help you with whatever you want to talk about. Nothing is off limits. I am not sure where you are based but please have a look at all these South Asian Groups too >> www.lgbthero.org.uk/sa-directory |
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