My Coming Out Story

[@michaelbloesche4050]

Matt, I watched your video and felt very good about you. You are so far ahead of me when I was your age. Of course that was 1974 when I was a senior in H.S. and if I came out then I would have been physically hurt. That was the times then. I am so happy you guys can come out in H.S. and be accepted. You are right about not wasting your time, I would have given anything to live in these times when I was young. Live, be kind, enjoy your life and love as much as your can.

[@mattmaguire18]

So well spoken! Thank you for sharing! I’m so glad you liked the video. :)

[@JeepNut-rq5fb]

wow... I just had to agree. Also Class of 74 here. It's been 50yrs in the closet and a whole life lived like a never ending scene from a movie called life. I believe I could have been seriously injured if I had revealed... so.. l have FINALLY arrived at a place in life that I'm about to reveal my own self. I cannot believe how much I related to things you talked about. Kids today are so much luckier than they know sometimes. Be well. Enjoy life.

[@mattmaguire18]

@JeepNut-rq5fb I feel so lucky to have family and friends that are who they are. They seriously are the best. I’m sending all my love and positive energy! Just know that no matter what there will always be people out there that love and support you. Also - once you get the hard part out of the way, only good things will come 🥰

[@timpekarek9159]

Michael - what you said is so relatable for me . I was a senior in high school in '77. I was out to nobody then and having a lot of really terrible times. Even 10 years later when by then I was living in a larger city, 300 miles away, I was out to a few people but nobody that I went to high school with. I never had a girlfriend in high school, much like Matt, my close friends were all girls. I went to a very small Catholic high school that was very much divided into cliques, and I was into none of them. My group was the 'weirdo's'. I haven't talked to more that one high school friend in many years, I kind of wonder how many of them assumed that I was gay.

[@mattmaguire18]

@timpekarek9159 ❤️❤️❤️

[@dubon9999]

This why it is important that we Gay men have our own spaces to talk about affairs that affect us and connect with other Gay men; in the same way that straight men and women have their own spaces, and straight men and women must respect Gay spaces and respect our differences 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

[@OLDS98]

You be open and do you. You live the life you want to live. I liked how you said be open and accepting. You keep working on who you are and who you want to be. Stay special and keep being you.

[@antuanseguro892]

Hey man I know I met you after you came out but I’m happy for you and that you know who you are. You’re strong as hell, love you bro

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks, it means a lot!

[@annas9047]

@@mattmaguire18 This energy

[@fashionbyaudreyxo]

nice

[@drakedesjardins7460]

Matt, I love your video, I can relate to you coming out. When I came out to my parents I was sooo nervous. But I did it and they kinda knew. You have to love yourself before you love others. Hope you have a great 2020

[@mattmaguire18]

It’s super hard!!! It takes time, and it’s something that doesn’t need to be rushed. I completely agree. You need to love yourself and all your flaws! You can only go up. Thanks for the comment, I hope you have an amazing year.❤️

[@redhood8141]

@@mattmaguire18 Well I love your story, it was inspiring 😄 Thank God KZbin suggested this video to me, so now I can Subscribe

[@mattmaguire18]

Aw, that makes me happy to hear. I’m glad you were inspired!❤️

[@dubon9999]

I'm proud of you Matt ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You are an amazing human being and I really appreciate all what you do ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You deserve to be happy and loved for who you really are ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 We love you Matt ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 Never allow that this cruel world turn off your light and your shine ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 I hope I can meet you in person one day and give you a huge hug 💜💜💜💜💜💜 You are so cute and so especial and remind always feel proud of who you are ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You are not alone in this Matt ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 I send you all my love and support ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@chrisdudley2727]

Darling just be you you are so fabulous you don't need trimmings lots of love to you keep posting

[@Gary_Texan_USA]

❤ You said it, Matt, "me being me". 😊

[@mattmaguire18]

Yes!!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@MEVMontana]

Hi Matt! Firstly I could follow your video with exceptional ease. Step-by-step, you can really explain what had been going on well [no, I am not a teacher, I just notice it]. Secondly you’re right, always having to explain myself / yourself is somewhat tiring. BUT after all you went through you are able to explain your deep feelings and that’s an ability and advantage I enjoy and feel acquainted to and that I miss at “normal” people a lot. Many seem to have just no idea who they really are. The same applies to becoming emotional while speaking, letting it come and surface, letting it flow and move on. I just love that, it feels so natural to me and so unnatural to ignore true feelings. That’s real thoughtfulness, brains and emotions simultaneously. Lastly I just want to thank you for sharing your experience. Each of these coming out videos help And encourage me becoming and being myself. Best wishes from Germany. Martin

[@mattmaguire18]

Aw thank you! It means a lot. I’m glad I could help in some way.

[@janiselmeris5705]

You are exactly right in your video - after watching a few of your videos, I find you sooo cute and fun (wouldn't have expected that by the first visual impression of this video thumbnail though), but I cannot express it really, because I cannot like what I like and what else it was I cannot do (I'm too lazy to listen this video again to find the exact phrase). This really is an important idea to keep in mind. Best luck to you!

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you!! I appreciate it😁

[@robbrent]

Really honest and it should be useful to those still considering coming out.

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks! I appreciate it. I’m always here to help :)

[@mikewalker161]

Wow so well said... I'm happy for you... totally enjoyed your coming out story because it was from the heart. Your video will help so many other young people to accept themselves. Thank you

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you so much!

[@Levenitup]

I'm 36 and finally starting to come out to people. I have many of the same experiences that you're talking about. It's been an interesting time for me to say the least. Everyone has been nothing but supportive. It's not any less scary as a grown ass man lol, but I'm glad I'm doing it.

[@Levenitup]

Holy crap, I just got to the "Blonde" part. I literally bleached my hair 2 years ago haha

[@mattmaguire18]

Nothing feels better than when you can fully be yourself! It’s hard and scary at first but so so worth it. For me it felt like SUCH a huge weight off my shoulders. I’m proud of you!!

[@reuterromain1054]

I had only to come out to my mother. The rest she took care of it. I was so angry about that i could have killed her. Which of course i did not do!

[@ifsaica]

Hello Matt. You seem well-adjusted concerning your sexuality. I’m happy for you. As an older gay brother, please be safe. I sound like a parent, yikes. But, I’m finding that whenever I see that young guys are being and accepting of their true sexuality, I worry because at first everything is so new to you and at times exciting. You know about these things, since you are bright and have been dealing with these feelings your entire life. Keep in mind, that the gender you’re attracted to is in all reality a Man, and guys can be toxic. We’re dealing with testosterone fueled guys who for many times just want a quick release. The minute it’s over, some will became very dismissive and forget about the cuddles, or small .talk? I was of that generation that would cruise other guys in areas that can be shady-especially in a large city. I’m noticing most younger guys are finding nice boyfriends who are well respected individuals, so sometimes there isn’t a need to go lurking for some guy fun. Just take care of yourself and listen to your gut. It will usually be right about things. Be well and stay safe. I’m Alex from LA ❤

[@cowboykent9091]

Howdy from the lone star state of Texas sending you lots of love, hugs and kisses

[@dubon9999]

Never allow that straight men and women divide us 💥💥💥💥💥💥💥 Gay men of all the world together forever 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🌎🌍🌏🌎🌍🌏

[@animalfinatic9366]

congratulations ❤️🎉💕 for accepting you, for speaking your truth. That's something to celebrate and be proud of,

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks for watching!❤️❤️❤️

[@garygary9310]

Loved your video! I understand totally I am gay also! Just be yourself and never let anyone ever tell you being gay is wrong because it’s ok ! It’s not a choice as you know ! You seem like a sweetheart 👍👍

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks! It means a lot!

[@garygary9310]

Matt Maguire your welcome 🙏 thanks for posting because it WILL help others

[@mattmaguire18]

If I can help even one person, mission is accomplished!!

[@MichaelMars-c3m]

Good for you

[@nexttsar]

Good story. Very well explained. Everyone who has been through this can commiserate. I like to try and figure regional accents.Are you from Massachusetts?

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you! And yes lol

[@nexttsar]

@@mattmaguire18 Yay! I got it right.

[@mattmaguire18]

Haha how could you tell?

[@dalemettee1147]

Matt, glad you came out for your own mental health. That's one thing that you don't have to hide any more. I thought that getting married to a woman would "fix" my love. After 22 years, I had to realize that I'm still me and still love men. I wish you the best and hope you find the guy you need.

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video!❤️❤️❤️

[@MichaelMars-c3m]

Life is hard it's not meant to be easy one step at a time

[@Mcfreddo]

Just ask them how/when/why they were straight and can they change? They have their answer and leave it at that.

[@sonebone3887]

Good for you!!!😊❤❤❤

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you!

[@reuterromain1054]

Matt, how are you doing today? Can we have an update? Hope you are doing fine.

[@mattmaguire18]

I’m good!!! Just posted a new video with a little life update :)

[@kaylabowen8556]

Omg Matt I love you and your story

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you!!❤️❤️

[@danielwilda8167]

Happy that you have found your Truth ! Stay well 👍🏳️‍🌈⭐️💜🌈💪💙❤️💙🍀

[@mattmaguire18]

Thank you! It means a lot. Being true to myself and making videos that hopefully can make others feel better/laugh/ feel more comfortable with themselves is all I can ask for.❤️

[@nickyricardo7034]

That blonde being a right of passage to coning it is crazy because like I'm partially blonde now

[@mattmaguire18]

LOL

[@bgivesumoore]

Matt the part about you being paranoid to download certain music from female artist was heartbreaking to me. I'm so glad you made it through that and turned into the amazing young man that you are ✌🏿

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks for the support 🙏🏼

[@dubon9999]

All Gay men must have their Gay men friends group and all the LGBT people must do the same 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️ It is important to be with people like us, to be around other Gay men and create Gay friendships inside our Gay community between us ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 In the same way that straight men and women have their women or men friends group. Gay men together forever ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 LGBT people of all the world together forever 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🌎🌍🌏🌎🌍🌏

[@user-wo3zq6tv8fjimmy]

Great.

[@nickyricardo7034]

I had 1 girlfriend in middle school 1 girlfriend in highschool.

[@fufurabumbacka]

I need to came out secon time. Years ago, as gay men. Now as non binary person.

[@benth162]

Yep, that nail polish screams BUDDING QUEEN.

[@mattmaguire18]

Hahaha thanks!❤️❤️

[@dubon9999]

I send all my love and support to all the LGBT people of the world ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You all are important and very valuable even though we live in a world that makes you all believe otherwise. Remember always be proud of who you are 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 You all make from this world a better place ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 LGBT people are a rainbow of love in a world full of hate, but with difference of our straight partners, we all are united over a same flag 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈 The flag of LGBT love ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 And we all must be united against hate, violence, discrimination and intolerance ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 We all are like a great family and we must fight to destroy hate ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 Remember, LGBT people is love and love always wins ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 I don't care about your race, nationality, biological gender, health condition, religion or any other condition ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 If you are an LGBT person you have all my love and my support ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You guys are not alone in this fight and all the LGBT people of all over the world needs to understand this messagge, cause just united we will win against hate and we don't have to allow that nothing divide us. Never feel bad of who you are and never allow that this cruel world change who you really are or turn off your light and your shine ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 You all born that way and remember LGBT people of all the world, at the end, love always wins ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@dubon9999]

The best friend of a Gay man is another Gay man ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Gay men of all the world together forever 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🌎🌍🌏🌎🌍🌏

[@jameshernandez2210]

Hes so cute

[@ChrisSmith-ci1lr]

💖💖💖

[@cheycheywilliams7767]

Bitch I subscribed!! 😂 aaayy yu had your nails done.your amazing I love u!!! Your life!! 😍 lgbtq gang🌂🌈🌂🌈 iv waisted to bt not anymore.#dope video...I enjoyed💋

[@mattmaguire18]

Awww thank you!!! I appreciate it :)

[@cheycheywilliams7767]

@@mattmaguire18 for sure!!😊

[@Idrick]

Hi I am gay I been out since 2 years now the only thing is the people who say they close but all in all I feel much better , they hate the fact that I am in love with that gay life and only be with white dudes , I found out I was not attractive to women and even tried having sex with them , I have desire for same sex , and I do like a white dude more , I am a bottom get that out the way, I feel much better knowing I love same sex , I am more romantically into white dudes are dudes in general so I am vulnerable to a sexy white dude , so there is nothing wrong with loving the same sex , cause love is love

[@AppleFritter809]

Matt Maguire, do you have any biological relatives that are either gay, lesbian, or bisexual?

[@mattmaguire18]

Ummm not that I know of lol

[@ethanstevenboyfriendgaymit7974]

ETHAN MITCHELL GAY

[@Kevin-hn2sw]

I literally only had a girlfriend at elementary school, and it was only like, "They hold hands and give each other little kisses from time to time. They are a little couple. " I realized I was gay and even though it is hard to be in the closet and never have a girlfriend, because people suspect, they always make excuses for me when they ask themselves if I might not like girls that way, it's like everything is easier to accept than me being gay. I plan to come out when I have a little of economic stability and some friends that know, so I am not isolated or afraid, and I can practice being free

[@mattmaguire18]

It’s a different journey for everyone! Take your time and do whatever makes you feel the most comfortable!!

[@toddpaolucci1372]

I'm very proud of you coming out of the closet, I'm gay myself too as well I came out when I was 18 but I already had some gay sexual experience when I was 14.. You are very brave & I'm glad you feeling lot freely and lot weight lifted off your shoulder when you came out. I'm deaf tho but I watched your video with caption... I was inspired on how you came out but I'm sure you feeling lot better now you can be open with your friends & family. again Congrats on your journey

[@Nick-xe7ek]

💜🌈👍💜

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks for the support!!

[@jameshernandez5529]

Ur really cute

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks :)

[@mattmaguire18]

Thanks :)

[@jameshernandez2210]

Ur cute

[@mattmaguire18]

Hehe don’t make me blush :)

[@jameshernandez2210]

Hes a cute dude

[@VintageVaughnVehiclces]

I like you, I like your name. Who's M&M are you these days?

[@ifsaica]

Hello Matt. You seem well-adjusted concerning your sexuality. I’m happy for you. As an older gay brother, please be safe. I sound like a parent, yikes. But, I’m finding that whenever I see that young guys are being and accepting of their true sexuality, I worry because at first everything is so new to you and at times exciting. You know about these things, since you are bright and have been dealing with these feelings your entire life. Keep in mind, that the gender you’re attracted to is in all reality a Man, and guys can be toxic. We’re dealing with testosterone fueled guys who for many times just want a quick release. The minute it’s over, some will became very dismissive and forget about the cuddles, or small .talk? I was of that generation that would cruise other guys in areas that can be shady-especially in a large city. I’m noticing most younger guys are finding nice boyfriends who are well respected individuals, so sometimes there isn’t a need to go lurking for some guy fun. Just take care of yourself and listen to your gut. It will usually be right about things. Be well and stay safe. I’m Alex from LA ❤