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^{National Coming Out Day around the world}

^{October 11th was National Coming Out Day, which evidently is the one official day that we can do it!}

^{In reality it is, of course, not the only day that we can come out.  It’s an opportunity for a discussion about the LGBT community in order to heighten awareness about potential struggles.}

^{For many the day may be a reminder of when they came out.  Or it may be the time that many decide to take that big brave move.  Whatever it means to you it is a wonderful celebration for us all.}

^{Or is it?  What if you don’t want to come out?  Perhaps you don’t need to make a big deal about it and just happen to be gay or lesbian.  Maybe everyone else has already told you and it doesn’t need to be said.}

^{Still although Coming Out for many is pretty easy, I think National Coming Out Day for me was a day to reflect on those around the world.  Yes it was easy for me, and in the UK and a growing number of states in the US it is becoming increasingly less taboo.  Nonetheless, for many in other countries coming out could mean family abandonment, brutality and even death.} 

^{It saddens me to think how many people would love to come out but cannot do so due to a genuine fear.  So whilst you may choose to come out or to stay in the closet just remember at least you have a choice!}

^{If you’re still toying with the decision James Dawson’s “This Book is Gay” is a terrific insight to help you on your way.}

^{Check out my top 5 Celebrity Coming Out Hall of Fame}

^1. ELLEN PAGE

^2. Vicky Beeching

^3. RAVEN SYMONE

^4. ELLEN DEGENERES

^5. LADY GAGA