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Is anyone else the only openly gay person at their company? I know a couple of my colleagues are uncomfortable with me but I don't think I should have to hide who I am just to make others feel a little more comfortable.

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Any other conservative gay men out there?

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Why isn’t cross dressing in the same category as black face or other types of appropriation?

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Probably tmi, but someone I hook up with likes to choke me and slap my face (and I enjoy it). But I realized tonight that my face is very swollen because of it. Any advice on how to reduce swelling so… more

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Anyone in capital markets ? I have a few questions guys.

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I just want a big 🐻 to cuddle with and do monotonous activities with. Is that so wrong?

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Does anyone ever feel uncomfortable around straight men? I was bullied by the CIS guys in my high school and college and now that I'm an adult, I still find myself getting anxious around straight … more

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90s babies, who was your ultimate girl crush?

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Any 🐟 here in Austin? Would love to meet up. I just moved from NYC.

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How did you handle your worst breakup? Did you take the high road or did you get messy?

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Any queer women in Atlanta looking to make friends? 26F, new to the area and would love to meet people!

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Me, watching my old employer's LGBTQ+ career fair online when they didn't do sh!t to promote LGBTQ+ equity and inclusion in the years I was there.

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Fun topic for today - Women in Suits. I love women in suits. I love wearing suits… where does one find an inclusive space for suit making??

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Looking for a position in risk if anyone has an opening or would love to give a referral :) have experience in external audit (SAP) and project management. Industries include banking and manufacturing… more

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As a minority (Asian gay male), I find myself significantly more matches while traveling (working/staying) in Europe/South America than the Bay Area (SF) and the US in general. I’m certain it’s beyond… more

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I’ve been dating my bf for six months and I can see myself with him for the long term. I just realized we have some fundamental differences. He wants kids and also a career where he could travel abroa… more

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Terrifying, aren't we?

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If a former female colleague spreads rape rumours about you even though you’re a closeted masculine queer mostly attracted to men, what would you do in this case? I don’t work there anymore but this s… more

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anyone happen to work at microsoft in the customer success department by any chance? i thought i saw a posting on here or it might have been on linkedin a while back but was interested if there were a… more

When you meet someone you're kind of interested in, do you try to find their socials and do some stocking?

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Talking to a girl long distance but it’s her first same sex experience - tips on how to not screw this up? Already noticing her acting a little distant but she’s coming to visit soon so I wanna see ho… more

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What's everyone's favorite dating advice or dating motto? My new philosophy⬇️⬇️⬇️

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I got a hair transplant last winter and haven't updated my photos. How should I bring this up to someone I'm started to chat with online? I realized he was bald too.

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How do I, as a black transman, find a safe place to work and in turn protect myself in the workplace? I just had to leave a job due to transphobia and no support. Are there questions I should be askin… more

I got my test results and I have HSV1. Does this mean I should just never have oral sex again?

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Male here. I need some perspective. I have been seeing someone for a while (~4 months), we seem to connect in many ways but sexually. He always present, emotionally supportive and so on.
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Anyone found love on sniffies? 🤣🥰

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I have a new direct report who is homophobic, I did some like stocking of his socials after he gave off a vibe. I'm concerned that knowing this about him will affect how I manage this guy. Is this… more

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Every time my husband and I discuss vacation destinations, he only limits our options to places with tropical beaches. I don’t mind beaches but it just has always been like that for our vacations. But… more

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Here's a little positive affirmation to help everyone get back into work mode after a long weekend! How did everyone celebrate Labor Day?

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So, all of these super ripped guys in NY who say the reason they look like that is because they work out 6 days a week (on top of working finance/banking jobs) are definitely using performance enhance… more

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Brat summer is over…😕💃🏽

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AITA … we had relaxing plans this weekend which was needed because we both work way too much and needed a relaxing getaway. Anyway, his mom (who 2 years ago became wheelchair bound) texted and asked f… more

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Is it a hate crime if a gay guy called another gay man the "F" word? l witnessed this today and I don't know how I should feel? I'm curious to know other people's thoughts on this topi… more

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It’s 2024 - why are there still so many gay men in the closet?

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What percentage of gay men do you think want marriage?

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