Accepting yourself whether you are coming out or not is essential for you to go forward in life. You are NOT asking for permission, nor acceptance from others directly, nor are you seeking their authority either as you don't need it. (Nor is it theirs to give). People will like you / love you for who you are, enough to make life fabulous and great. You will always meet opposition even in your own family, but where love (real love) prevails this will die a death. The vast majority of people won't even care who you are or what you do or indeed about your sexuality as it is none of their business. DON'T make your life an endless crusade, it's not. Never feel guilty (an empty emotion) nor accept others blame (you are not a sponge) you are fabulous just the way you are. And as for the evilness of individuals and religions that discriminate against you rise above it. They have no authority over you unless you take it on board.... Enjoy.....