doesn't it feel good to finally come out of the closet lobster? instead of hiding/avoiding and making excuses, you can be yourself. it's one of the things I did right away. I told my people. and all were very supportive. no judgements or scorn, just congrats and glad for you kind of remarks.
keep up the good work. but don't become complacent hanging out in bars all the time. you never know when you may let your guard down.