Why Socializing is the Queer Superpower We Don't Talk About Enough?

I Am Me Inc
Aug 10
3 min read

Let’s be honest: “socializing” sometimes sounds like a straight person’s word. It conjures up images of networking mixers with bad coffee, or awkward small talk at someone’s cousin’s baby shower. But in the LGBTQ community, socializing isn’t just mingling — it’s survival, joy, and rebellion wrapped up in glitter and group chats.

1. Because Connection is Our Armor

The LGBTQ community is a gorgeous patchwork quilt, but the world still sometimes tries to pull at the threads. Socializing with each other gives us emotional backup and practical support.

Research backs this up: The Trevor Project’s 2023 National Survey found that LGBTQ young people who had high levels of social support from friends reported significantly lower rates of suicide attempts compared to those with low support.

Translation: your queer friends aren’t just fun at brunch — they’re your emotional SWAT team.

2. Because Chosen Family Doesn’t Just Appear — You Have to Meet Them First

Many of us know the phrase “chosen family,” and for good reason. Socializing is how you find yours. A Pew Research Center study found that 39% of LGBTQ adults say their friends are like family — a much higher rate than in the general population.

It’s in these spaces you meet the people who’ll become your “call at 3 a.m.” safety net, your Pride-march wingperson, or your drag queen pep coach.

3. Because Queer Culture is a Group Project

LGBTQ culture thrives on shared spaces — whether that’s a nightclub, a community center, or an online group chat full of sarcasm only we understand. Every iconic moment in our history was born from community spaces:

The Stonewall uprising wasn’t sparked by people scrolling alone in bed.
The Ballroom scene grew because people showed up, dressed up, and cheered each other on.
Pride itself? Basically one massive queer social event with bonus activism.

Quote to remember: “Visibility without community is just a lonely spotlight.” — paraphrased from many queer elders

4. Because Laughing Together is Radical

We’ve turned centuries of oppression into sharp one-liners, absurd TikToks, and memes that could break the Internet. Sharing that humor together is more than fun; it’s a refusal to let anyone dim our joy.

In the words of queer poet Audre Lorde: “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” Laughing together is one way we care for each other.

5. Because Mental Health Needs Community

A GLAAD Accelerating Acceptance report found that LGBTQ people who regularly interact with affirming peers report better mental health outcomes and higher self-esteem. The Trevor Project’s data also shows that a single accepting friend or peer reduces the risk of a suicide attempt by 40% in LGBTQ youth.

That’s not just a statistic — that’s proof that Allies can literally save lives.

Final Thought

For us, socializing isn’t optional fluff — it’s a lifeline, a cultural engine, and a revolutionary act. Whether it’s over cocktails, coffee, or a chaotic karaoke night, every time we show up for each other, we’re building a stronger, louder, prouder world.

Calling all members of the LGBTQ community! In a world where connection is our lifeline, we invite you to join us in Middletown, Delaware at Me Fest: Rock the Rainbow—where laughter is loud, colors are brighter, and community is the heartbeat of every moment. This isn’t just about music, it's about showing up for each other, celebrating who we are, and building the kind of strong, joyful network that helps us thrive in every season.

Bring your friends, your fabulousness, and your full self—because together, we don’t just survive… we flourish.

Me Fest Rock the Rainbow

August 24, 2025, 12:00 – 5:00 PMThousand Acre Farm

So come forth, dear queer — find your people, send that “wanna hang?” text, and never underestimate the power of a well-timed celebration.

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