Responding to hate comment with vlogfrom @joshforeman2

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We better. You're gay. There's more to you than your sexuality, right? And while I hate to give this more airtime than it deserves, it feels like a good opportunity and a bit cathartic really because this friendly neighborhood build out actually brought up a big insecurity. Will posting too many videos about my sexuality and mental health make people think I'm one dimensional? I'm worried about it a lot, but I've had to privately remind myself and now publicly I yes. Worst, would any other niche of content get this kind of scrutiny? Probably no, which is pretty telling in itself. But also, I'm making the videos that I desperately needed a few years ago. And now that I'm in a better place, I could choose to be cool and nonchalant online and suppress my struggles, but I don't choose that path. I want to share my thoughts, past and present, no matter how repetitive they might seem because they could resonate with someone, remind them they aren't alone. The recognition of community itself and reminder that your experience is shared actively breaks down shame. Shame thrives in isolation. I'm here to advocate for the importance of sharing your story on a public platform or just with your loved ones. You could change your life or who no, maybe someone else is too. No, to the friendly neighbourhood builder, number one, I hope none of your neighbors are gay because they might see this. But more importantly, I'll keep sharing because I think I can make a difference. And that's more important than feeling safe to avoid being perceived negatively by people like you who, well, don't really matter.