Welcome to our discussion on a sensitive and critical topic that many in our community might have experienced or have concerns about: being outed online. Here, various members share their personal experiences, insights, and support for those who have faced unwanted exposure of their profession on social media platforms or elsewhere on the internet.
- One member shares a distressing experience of being outed on TikTok by a former friend, highlighting the complexities of trust and the risks associated with their work.
- Another contributor points out the stigmatization of sex work and defends the intelligence and business acumen of those in the industry, emphasizing the lack of difference between consensual adult activities, whether for profit or personal reasons.
- A supportive advice suggests cutting off toxic relationships and focusing on friendships within the industry for better understanding and support, highlighting the importance of mental well-being and the right to privacy.
- The idea of working as a "no face" model is mentioned as a strategy to maintain anonymity and avoid the potential fallout from being outed.
- Comments also touch on the possibility of those outing others as exhibiting narcissistic traits, emphasizing the toxicity of such actions.
- Lastly, a member encourages embracing one's profession with pride, regardless of others' opinions, emphasizing self-reliance and the irrelevance of external judgments.
This conversation reflects a range of emotions and strategies related to dealing with being outed, from anger and betrayal to advice on emotional resilience and professional discretion. It's a reminder of the challenges faced by those in the sex work industry and the strength found in community support.