First things first. I can't "discuss". I tend to ramble. Ramble with strong opinions...
Anyhow, appropriate topic considering the GLBT Mardi Gras parade was on last night.
If I had a penny for every time I was told that homosexuality can be "changed" or "cured" I would be a multi-millionaire.
Although there are arguments both ways, I strongly believe sexuality is hardwired.
Ex-gay programs (also known as reparative therapy) have been around for years now, promising a either a "cure", "helping you out of the homosexual lifestyle" or "freedom from homosexuality". These have been pushed by churches as the best approach for individuals who are "struggling" to essentially help them "pray away the gay".
There have been many studies each way, but to me to evidence and numerous seem to push that sexuality is hardwired. There is a long list of cognitive and physiological differences referenced from different studies available at http://dft.ba/-Biological
On the other hand, Scientists have been trying for years to discover if there is a "gay gene" with no success. There are also beliefs that sexual orientation can be caused in guys by having an overbearing mother and a distant father, hearing from lots of my gay friends and from personal experience, this is often far from the truth.
Scientists have been trying for years to discover if there is a "gay gene" with no success.
To me, sexuality is as much of a choice as eye color, skin color, and being left or right handed. It may or may not be genetic, but you have been assigned it.
There are plenty of things I would like to change about myself that I have been assigned (genetic and non-genetic), however I know most of them can't be changed. You need to make peace with it, and move on, making the most of what you have.
In the end, I believe we are all children of God. And should all treat and be treated with respect. No matter what life assigns us.
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