How to Reduce Homophobic Behavior

Are you someone who just doesn't like or get along with people who may like the same gender? Do you think being queer is a "sin", or "unnatural"? Read these steps and think carefully about the topic.

Steps

  1. If you've decided to reduce your homophobic behavior, you've probably already recognized some feelings or behaviors that bother you or others. Make a list of your feelings or the activities that make you feel homophobic.
  2. Our beliefs are frequently influenced by our parents or mentors. Consider where your homophobia came from when you're thinking about your feelings.
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  3. After you've considered what kinds of feelings you have and why, make a list of specific undesirable habits you'd like to modify. Because of your past behaviors, you may feel humiliated, but it is always essential to be honest with yourself so that you can go ahead. Try to come up with a list of possible outcomes. Make your statement as specific as possible. For example:
    • "I have a bad habit of describing things with the word 'gay.'" I believe this is potentially hurtful to LGBT people."
    • "In high school, I made fun of [x] and labeled him queer. "I'm sure this damaged his feelings."
    • "When my sister came out to the family, I was extremely cruel to her." Because of my hurtful opinion, I ruined a significant connection in my life."
  4. In this list, be as descriptive as you can. It's time to focus on the good now that you've identified your undesirable habits and negative feelings. Make a list of your ambitions.
  5. It's important to understand that changing poor habits into good ones takes time. According to experts, it takes roughly a month to form a new habit.
  6.  It's time to push yourself to change once you've grown comfortable with your own feelings. Try to strike up a conversation with someone who identifies as LGBTQ. Create an effort to make a new acquaintance by being respectful and nice, and refrain from asking pointed questions about their sexuality. Try finding new LGBTQ friends if you've begun to extend your mind and develop positive behaviors. Be yourself and talk to someone who shares your interests and hobbies.
    • Be a good listener and listen to them without judgment. [1]
    • Make sure they feel safe and can be themselves. [2]
    • Thank them for coming out to you. Ask them what they would like you to do to be a good friend. [3]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-to-support-a-transgender-friend-or-family-member-0605154
      2. ↑ https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-to-support-a-transgender-friend-or-family-member-0605154
      3. ↑ https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/how-to-support-a-transgender-friend-or-family-member-0605154

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