Should I Come Out to my Friends?
Hello, people of all genders! I am a new bi-gender. She/her/he/him! The girl's nickname is Athena, boy's nickname is Rai! I am 15 years old right now, and I currently need help coming out to my friends. I already told one friend, and she wasn't that accepting. She called it "nasty" but she said she supported me... My two other friends that I think might not fully accept me are Christian, and they don't support any type of LGBTQ+. (Keep in mind they know I'm an atheist.) One of them, (I'll call her "G") is very kind, but I don't know if she'll accept me being bi-gender. And the other one, (I'll call her "I") Is very toxic and rude. Please help me!!! Should I tell them, or should I keep it a secret? I'm planning to wear pins that say, "she/her/he/him" and "they/them" and dress up differently each day to give them a little hint just for the possibility of asking me about what all the changes are so *I*gz don't need to tell them first.
@Athena0RRai1 HI, I'm Celine :) I'm sorry to hear that you've had a challenging experience with your friend when you initially shared your identity. If you believe some of them might not be accepting or could react negatively, it might be better to delay sharing this personal aspect of yourself with them until you feel more confident and ready to handle their responses. Coming out is a personal decision, and you should only do it when you feel safe, ready, and comfortable. If you're comfortable, reaching out to LGBTQ+ support groups or seeking advice from a trusted adult or counselor might provide you with additional guidance and support.
@Athena0RRai1
Hi! I'm avy! I'm 15 and genderfluid. And I can't offer advice but I wanted to tell you, that I am a member of an extremely Christian group of kids. Some are more easy going, some are so strict that they don't know what Taylor swift is.
And last year I came out to them as bisexual.
I was terrified.
They were very supportive, as a whole. One kid I don't really like was forbidden to talk to me by his mom, as well as his little sister, but we still talk aha. One girl told me she could help me find God again, same as when I told her I was an atheist. I had one girl say don't worry we can still be friends, as if it would change me as a person.
But I also had people tell me that they still loved me, that they knew, that it's okay to just be me.
So you do what's best for you.
I'm still never telling them I'm trans
@AvyIsKing Oh em gee! That must've been an experience. I told my friends already, and they were cool with it, saying they support me. But my mom doesn't. :( *Womp, womp* Anyways, all I have to say for you is, stay proud of who you are and never feel bad about who you are <3
@Athena0RRai1
i agree, and same for u❤️❤️