Some Lesbians - especially those who reject femininity (tomboys) - may become aware of their sexual orientation when they are young (some know they are 'different' as early as nine years old, others during adolescence). The combined effects of homophobia and sexism mean that women are less likely than men to realise their Homosexuality, to act on their feelings or to come out. It usually means that we hate ourselves, have low self-esteem and try to hide or suppress our sexuality.Īs Lesbians we are doubly oppressed: by a system which hates Homosexuality and one which only accepts women in certain roles, i.e. This is called Internalised Homophobia (Homophobia = fear and hatred of Homosexuals). Until we come into contact with accurate information and meet other Lesbians and Gays to challenge these negative beliefs, we believe the bad things we have been told. We are taught this by the education system, family and friends, the media, the legal system and religions. In Britain we are all brought up to believe that Homosexuality is a sin, it's wrong, it's a perversion and so on.
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