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Tony Villari

LGB, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGBTQIA... and I'm Confused?

  • Author Adrienne Sigeti wrote the article "Important Truths About Labeling Sexuality".  In her article, she states, "For these people, labels are not only a means of self-expression but also an instrument for self-advocacy and empowerment."  This is true for professional people and for leadership; I'm just not so sure this is what you want to say about yourself.  I don't need to utilize a label as an instrument to assist me in being my own best advocate.  Nor do I need a label to use as an instrument to empower me.  I'm my best advocate because I pay attention and try not to take what I hear at face value.  As far as empowerment, I am who I am and if you don't like it that's your loss, not mine.  If you find the need to judge someone, get a pen and a blank notebook and then have a good look in a mirror.  Try to care about who you see.

     

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5 comments
  • Henry F Stanco
    Henry F Stanco Remember the days when labeling a person was considered predjudiced and offensive?
    April 1, 2019 - 2 like this
  • Gary V.
    Gary V. Here are a few other terms I have heard on the streets: KooK, HIV/AIDS, EBOLA, bi :@
    April 1, 2019
  • Gail Dobson
    Gail Dobson Some people want to label themselves to be part of a group, for support or camaraderie. That's their choice. To be labelled by someone else usually is offensive, rude, unwelcome in some way. Why would you want to do that to another person? 
    April 1, 2019 - 2 like this
  • Gary V.
    Gary V. I also think these groups are saddened by themselves, want pity and attention.... I do feel sorry for many people, especially those stricken with severe grief and malnutrition, etc.
    April 1, 2019 - 1 likes this