Adventure Quote by Eddie Izzard
““If you are an LGBT+ person and you come out, you have to go through your knight's quest to create ground for yourself, to stand there and say, 'I exist. I have no reason to feel guilt or shame. I am proud to exist, and while I'm not perfect, I deserve to exist in society just like anyone else.””
About This Quote
Coming out is likened to a heroic quest for self‑acceptance and societal recognition, demanding courage and pride.
In simple terms: Coming out is a brave personal quest.
Stand proud.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal revelation
- activism
- support groups
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does pride mean to you?
- How can allies support this quest?
May face backlash.