An Open Letter To Closet Feminists

TO THE CLOSET FEMINIST,I know you believe in equality for all. I know you are passionate about it but afraid at the same time. I applaud you for being a feminist in the first place, whether you are a man or a woman. I know society expects you to go with the ‘status quo’ and that it will shame you if you dare step out of line.The injustices and ignorant arguments may baffle and infuriate you, and you may want to speak out against them but you don't because you don't want to be isolated from the pack. Trust me, I understand. You may think you are alone, but I can promise you there are many others out there who have the same beliefs as you. All it takes to find your fellow feminists is a little courage. Don't be afraid to be alone, you won’t be for long. It’s easier to be alone with your truth than it is to be in a crowd with lies slowly suffocating your soul.I too have had moments where I've stepped out of the closet for a night, only to retreat back into the familiar safety of the darkness when I've been challenged by someone close to me. It’s those closest to us that we usually have the most trouble standing up to. But we have to learn to stand up for not only ourselves but also for those that do not have the privilege of having their screams for justice be heard. We need to persevere so that their throats aren’t hoarse from shouting for no reason. We can do this together. Step by step, inch by inch, unfurl your spines, ground your feet, lift your heads, and step out of the closet.Love,THE ONE WHO HAS TAKEN THE FIRST STEP OUT OF THE CLOSET