In my opinion, problems begin when someone becomes afraid to show their true colours. This fear is especially strong when you’re young and still trying to understand your sexuality and life in general. Sometimes even a glance, a gesture, or the way you speak can give you away—especially around relatives or people who may react negatively toward queer people. Living in constant self-monitoring is a heavy burden and one of the reasons so many of us struggle with deeply personal issues such as alcoholism and mental health challenges.This fear also affects how we form and maintain romantic relationships. When love, grief, or other strong emotions are kept bottled up, the consequences can be serious. With age, many of us learn to care less about outside judgment, but the damage may already be done, and healing often takes time and professional support. That’s why attitudes need to change for good—human rights should never be debatable. The fight for equal rights is far from over, and we must stand united and speak up, especially for our trans sisters and brothers, who continue to face open discrimination and hate.