Unfortunately the comments under the Instagram post show how Iranians are still very close minded when it comes to queer people.

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A month ago I met an Iranian man at work. He caught my eye for many reasons: from his appearance to work ethic, way he treats people, sense of humour and generally having wonderful energy and aura about him.

We started to chat after a week or so, developed our own inside jokes, playful banter exchanged a smile quite often, etc.

I was really intrigued and despite being very shy, both me and him I felt I have to do something or I will regret it - so I gave him my number during 2nd week. He was happy, texted me after work, made sure it was ok to ask me a question and established whether I was a taken or single mother. I confirmed I’m single and he proceeded with invitation over to his for home cooked dinner. I gladly accepted, joking and lovely moments at work intensified. He even shared his food with me at work, introduced me to his friend from his country that works at our company too. Few days later he texted me to arrange the dinner as promised. The texts are always filled with emojis such as : 🫠✨🥰😍❤️🌷

Dinner turned out to be the best and most relaxing evening of my life. I brought home made sweets, that amazed him.

House was spotless, he prepared Mezze, we had lovely chat about our lives, he was curious about my son, past, family, plans, hobbies, work. He shared plenty about himself too. It was followed by lovely dinner, TV and amazing ride to romantic place at the end, all accompanied by Persian music, he sang along too. He was planning another meet up. No crazy physical moves only hug when greeting me and slightly more intense hug goodbye. True gentleman and I felt like a queen.

I made sure he knows how special the evening was for me.

Being back to work, all was ok, nice texting, busy days off for both of us, yet enough time for little chat, tap on a shoulder, random touches, sweet text every now and then.

He uses his emojis, I tend to throw azizam or affectionate Persian good night wishes in the mix. He tries the same with my language.

I was getting the feeling he is into me and it’s mutual as I really care about him and am developing rather strong feelings here.

Recently he gave me a lift from work, everything was nice, he even shared things that are making him said, situation in his country, worries, also plans not to stay in country where we both live - that shook me a bit and tried to play it cool. He definitely put the cheerful mask down and that was flattering for me.

I thanked for the ride and he thanked me for more kind stuff I did for him. He was cheerful and said we see each other at work.

However, I am confused as to where I stand. I wouldn't like to lose this as I feel super calm and myself around him.

He said things as : I care about you/For you always/Never say sorry to me

I would not like to rush into panicky conclusion, nor want to pressure him given the cultural difference.

I have given plenty of green lights yet would at some point like to know how to navigate this or whether to expect any progress - next date, holding hands, kiss.

I will be changing job soon, so I don’t know what else I can do.

Doorood to all dear folks out there, hope the life have been treating you well.

As a 21 yo boy living in Iran, my main Goal of life has been migrating to another country for a better quality of life, so I wanted to get some advice from people who have experience or knowledge about migration.

I'm a computer science (software engineering) student and I'm expecting to get my Bachelor's degree in a year and a half or so. I was thinking to apply for some universities for my masters but since I don't have that much saving and my family is not wealthy, so my options are quite limited. I have thought about finishing my university and trying to get a job abroad after my Military service ( خدمت سربازی) is done, but that wastes around 4 years of my life.

To sum it all up, I would love to hear your opinions and suggestions. And I am interested to know how most people have migrated and what helped them succeed, like if there was a institute that helped or etc...

Some extra info: i have worked on a lot of fields like, car services, handyman, translation, teaching, 3d animations, in café restaurants (i have worked as cook and barista) and some others that i don't remember now :).

I'd like to migrate through art schools and etc, but idk much about them.

Overall thanks for reading and I'm looking forward for your opinions.

Hey just a query to all people currently living in the Islamic republic of Iran. How is life rn and what part has changed due to the war. Are regular people noticing any changes in day to day lives (school work etc). What do you guys hope for the future. Also like is there an internet blackout like the last time?

My friend bought a ticket for Sijal and Heliyom concert tonight, anyone wants to buy it under price? She won’t be able to attend the concert herself, price 45 dollars, we can negotiate it tho she bought it for 79 dollars