The social psychology of homophobia
in Psychology ·
It seems to me that people identifying as homosexual haven't actually come to terms with their own sexual orientation yet, so they demand that every single member of society shower them with validation. They expect 100% unwavering support just to feel 100% certain that the path they’ve chosen is the right one. For anyone who disagrees—or even for those who are simply indifferent—they immediately reach for labels like "homophobe" as a way to discredit them. In the subconscious of these individuals, the label "homophobe" functions as a psychological shield: "My orientation must be valid, because look at that guy opposing it; he isn't a normal citizen, he's just some primitive homophobe. Therefore, I am perfectly fine, and the problem lies entirely with him." That is where this need for labeling comes from; it provides them with a sense of comfort.
In my view, the internal turmoil experienced by homosexuals shouldn't be the responsibility of society to fix; rather, they ought to resolve those issues through their own conscience or whatever personal introspection they require.
Personally, I couldn't care less about who sleeps with whom. I don't have an issue with parades either; in fact, if participating in them helps these individuals feel more comfortable with themselves, then you have my support.
But what truly irritates me is when a mob of people starts running around screaming "fascist" or "white supremacist" at anyone who refuses to give them the specific reaction they are craving.
It reminds me of a period about 20 years ago here in the States, when another organized group would go around on pilgrimages and rallies shouting the exact same slogans. And we all know how that ended...
In my view, the internal turmoil experienced by homosexuals shouldn't be the responsibility of society to fix; rather, they ought to resolve those issues through their own conscience or whatever personal introspection they require.
Personally, I couldn't care less about who sleeps with whom. I don't have an issue with parades either; in fact, if participating in them helps these individuals feel more comfortable with themselves, then you have my support.
But what truly irritates me is when a mob of people starts running around screaming "fascist" or "white supremacist" at anyone who refuses to give them the specific reaction they are craving.
It reminds me of a period about 20 years ago here in the States, when another organized group would go around on pilgrimages and rallies shouting the exact same slogans. And we all know how that ended...