• Ron Bunnell - 39 years into his marriage before he came out to his wife; now living a full life

  • Jul 20 2024
  • Duración: 34 m
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Ron Bunnell - 39 years into his marriage before he came out to his wife; now living a full life

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    Ron Bunnell shares his journey of coming out as gay later in life and the impact it had on his marriage. Despite initial fears, Ron's wife, Barb, showed love and support, and they were able to rebuild their relationship. Ron emphasizes the importance of being authentic and true to oneself, even if it means facing challenges. He also highlights the significance of finding support from others in similar situations. Ron's story serves as an inspiration for those navigating mixed orientation marriages and coming out later in life.

    Keywords coming out, late in life, marriage, support, authenticity

    Takeaways
    • Coming out later in life can be a challenging journey, but it is worth pursuing authenticity and being true to oneself.
    • Support from loved ones, like Ron's wife Barb, can make a significant difference in navigating the complexities of a mixed orientation marriage.
    • Finding a support group or community of individuals in similar situations can provide valuable guidance and understanding.
    • Ron's story highlights the importance of love, acceptance, and open-mindedness in relationships and families.
    Sound Bites
    • "I literally thought my life would end as I knew it"
    • "She wanted me to text her updates on what's going on"
    • "I have young friends who don't even have a coming out story, I'm just myself"
    Chapters
    00:00 - Introduction: David Cotton's Out Late Podcast
    01:13- Ron's Decision to Come Out to His Wife
    03:11- Barb's Surprising Reaction and the Rebuilding of Their Relationship
    08:27- Challenges and Complications in Ron's Journey 13:43- Ron's Childhood and Early Signs of His Sexual Orientation
    17:53- The Social and Cultural Context of Ron's Coming Out Journey
    19:19- The Impact of Ron's Sexual Orientation on His Marriage
    22:00- Finding Support and Meeting Scott
    25:14- The Kidney Donation and Its Impact on Ron and Barb's Relationship
    28:36- Barb's Lasting Support and Ron's Advice for Others
    33:02- Closing Remarks: Ron's Inspiring Journey

    Book Recommendation: Over the Cliff: Gay Husbands in Straight Marriages – Bonnie Kaye and Doug Dittmer - https://a.co/d/cMEgHNO

    Podcast website and resources: https://www.OutLateWithDavid.com

    YouTube Edition: https://youtu.be/ep8EEuvEn1U

    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvsthP9yClKI4o5LxbuQnOg

    Certified Professional Life Coach, David Cotton: https://www.DavidCottonCoaching.com

    Contact me: mailto:david@davidcottoncoaching.com
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