I am apart of a really tightly knit family and I didn't have any issues with telling them. My mom knew (she has since passed) my sister knows, bro-in-law and all my cousins. I haven't told my aunts/uncles and don't really feel like it's a big enough deal for them to know lol I basically told the people I am extremely close to. I have also told a few of my close friends. I think it all boils down to is who you trust. I know that my family/friends love me enough to not think anything less of me, and wish nothing but the best for me.
@Bengee I'm really sorry that you have had to go through what you've been through with having h. I hope that with the support of this group you're able to go out there and meet a beautiful person who won't judge you for what you have and will see you as the person you are. Please don't ever limit yourself because of a treatable skin condition.
@JessikaRabbit89 I'm glad that you are trying to reach out to people and educate them. It takes a lot of courage to put yourself out there. I commend you for the courage you have, I on the other had was not so courageous in putting myself out there. It took me a long time to come to terms with myself, but then I realized I don't feel any different, I don't love any differently, and I don't think any differently than I used to, other than disclosing to someone what I have before getting into an intimate relationship with someone. Most importantly I love myself and my life too much to let something like herpes define who I am!
@Adrial thank you again for creating (h)opportunity and for bringing us together for advice, friendship, and support!