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coming out
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process of disclosing one's sexual orientation or other identity attributes
Coming out is when someone publicly reveals aspects of their identity, such as their sexual orientation, that they had previously kept private. It matters because it allows people to live authentically and can reduce the emotional burden of keeping important parts of themselves hidden.
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Rainbow flags raised to celebrate National Coming Out Day in the Netherlands
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