I Felt Uncomfortable But Am I Being Un - "pc"

jd_1984 | 06:58 Thu 01st Aug 2013 | ChatterBank

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Ok, firstly and very importantly, I am not homophocic in the slightest.
Last night, whilst getting changed after my workout at the gym, I became very conscious that another male was looking at me. It wasnt just a passing glance, it was almost constant and I became very self aware and uncomfortable. You get used to the changing room environment and that fellow gym users are in various stages of undress from fully clothed to totally naked, but one just gets on with his own business and that is that.
But this chap was constantly looking over at me almost to the point where I wanted to ask what his problem was! It turns out that this man is gay (not a problem with me) but in a same sex changing facility I was made to feel uncomfortable. It is quite embarrasing to admit this, but, I was uncomfortable. Now, I wouldnt dream of saying anything to staff at the gym, there is a clear reason that why 2 sexes have seperate changing rooms and I never even thought about this as an issue until last night.
Am I being daft to say I was uncomfortable, I mean there is no harm done? Or would you feel similar to me?

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Peter Pedant

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a lot of gurlz commenting - I hadnt realised AB packed so many girlie weight lifters.

Honestly jay-dee I think you have to get on with your life and stop obsessing about this. Think world peace or something and change at lightening speed.

I had a similar experience in the Brass Handles pub - that was the one where two gun men walked in and were overpowered and erm shot and left on the green outside whilst the regulars went back to their drinks - when someone said - are you staring at my tattoos ?
and I said no of course not
and he said wassa matter dont you like them
and I said I do ! i do !
and he said you some kinda queer of something.....

and of course I thought of .... world pease and got out priddy quig

Peter Pedant

I should clarify - I was wearing some clothes -
[nothing cheeky]

DJHawkes

I haven't been to a gym since 1995, you're making me almost interested to go, but not quite. I've no energy for exercise let alone summoning up changing room etiquette. it makes it all sound like hard work.

jd_1984

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Peter - I am not obsessing over it, I felt uncomfortable, was curious what others thought. I shall be back in the gym and the whole matter forgotten by tomorrow!!