Gay fiction/non-fiction discussion
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The book that shook me the most in my entire life is "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay. It turned me from a confused boy into a man who finally understood that his life and destiny were in his own hands. One of the first lessons I learnt there was how wrong our use of the word "should" really is. Apart from oxygen and food we do not truly need anything but love and self acceptance. 🌱
Everything else in our mind is a mix of beliefs and stories, many of which do not serve us at all. It may not be tied directly to queer identity, but it is absolutely a mind blowing book that is worth reading again every few years. 📚
As for self identity through sexuality, I wrote about it in my book "Through the Flesh". It is a subject that has always fascinated and consumed me, especially since I only discovered the gay parts of myself quite late in life. 🏳️🌈You Can Heal Your Life
I wanted to share something personal. I’ve been closeted for most of my life, carrying myself like a burden.
Recently, I read The Fives’ Oath – Legacy of the Bloodborn by Mehdi Mejri, and for the first time, I felt truly seen in a fantasy story. The way it handles love, identity, and struggle helped me begin to look at myself with more kindness. I’m slowly learning how to love myself, and that’s a big step for me.
It made me wonder: have you ever read a book that shifted your perspective on who you are, or gave you the courage to accept yourself a little more?
I’d really love to hear your stories and maybe discover new reads along the way.
MJ