How can I tell my parents that I'm gay?

I think you should only come out when you are ready. No one else can decide that, it may take months or years. But just remember that they will love you, no matter what happens. We are all here for you.

I recommend everybody who asks me to do it only if and when your comfortable and safe to come out!

Well, I guess you should approach them directly and tell them how you feel about your sexuality and make them understand that there is nothing wrong in being gay. Being a good human is more important.

The best way to approach this topic with parents is with love and understanding. Depending on their feelings on the matter, they may be shocked. They may have a lot of questions. They hopefully will be accepting, however you must prepare yourself for a not-so-positive reaction. I really wish I could tell you that everything is going to be fine. Just remember that even if the initial reaction isn't positive, most parents do come around later.

Coming out can be difficult, when you don't feel as if you are supported. sit them down, and talk to them about how you feel, if they love and support you they will surely understand. you're parents love you, for who you are. so just let them know, who you really are. talk to them..

Just tell them. Doing it in a complicated way will just confuse them, or make it awkward. Assuming that your parents are supportive, just say it.

You make hints about it. Pray that they will be fine with it hope for the best .. and then say.. " mom dad promise you WILL NOT get mad but i'm.. gay"

Sit then down and be honest. Depending on the type of parents you have this could be an easy or very difficult conversation. The most important thing is that you just be honest with them.

Make share your safe and have a place lined up just in case your family don't react the way you feel they will. Here is a Link to 41 ideas to try or come up with one your self. https://www.7cups.com/forum/LGBTQMOGIISupportCommunity_58/ResourcesforLGBTQMOGIICommunity_766/41AwesomeIdeaWaysToComeOutToYourFriendsAndFamily_59680/

Know when the right time tell them. Never tell them during and argument. Explain respectfully/reassuring.

If your not sure how they would react Maybe give they small clues until they find out they may ask you. If you know they will positively You can tell them when you feel its right for you and them. Sometimes, it's better to wait if you know they will react negatively.

I've just decided to let them meet my boyfriend and then they realised by themselves. At the end, the best way to come out is the one you choose

There are so many ways to come out to your parents - as many ways as there are people who have come out! You are the expert on your parents; no one knows better than you what would be the best way to let them know. If you are really stumped, take a look at YouTube - search for "happy coming out stories". There are so many beautiful stories there.

Try to keep your parents in a calm mood and choose a situation where they would be more receptive to you.

Well you can start with doing some breathing exercises. Calm down and take a breath. Start off by saying that you love them. Then tell them that you love yourself and that in order to be comfortable in your own skin that you have to be honest with yourself and who you want to be. After that take your mom's hand and tell her that you love her. Then just say it. You might be relieved to find out that that already knew. It is very apparent to those who are close to you. Don't apologise for who you are.

We all have questions about how somone else will react. We all "know" in general how someone will react. Still, we can never tell for sure what the real response will be. Telling your parents your gay is a leap that can lead to great support for you. Finding the courage within yourself to tell them is a struggle of its own. Don't worry about the horror stories unless you can tell how they will react when you discuss the topic. Take the leap and ask for support, they are your parents and you are their child.

I know it is not an easy task but believe in your decision and take the pride because you are no less to anyone. Relax, breathe and make sure the atmosphere around your parents is not too hot or too happy. On a normal day confess and don't expect a happy notion, give them some time if they need it but don't worry your decision is not a wrong thing. They agree wow kudos if they are unhappy don't worry, this is your life. Take the challenge and remember so many loves you and I am one among them :) but mostly parents understand because parents are the best.

Set aside a specific time to talk to them when you know you won't be disturbed and have privacy to just speak as the three of you. Tell them how you've been feeling towards males and females and how you aren't attracted to women. Let them know you're still the same person you just aren't attracted to women and are attracted to men. A parent's love is unconditional and they will accept and support you. Homosexuality is a lot more publicly common and there's a lot more understanding about it. Be comfortable and confident with yourself and your parents will see how happy you are and they will have no issue with your sexuality.

Me personally I wouldn't tell my parents I was gay, I would chose to move out and live the life that I was seeking. But if I was a person who wanted to tell their parents that I was gay, I would be honest about how things got me to the point of being gay in the first place. Honesty is always a way to get things either off your chest, or a way to heal from whats been bothering you that has gotten you to the point of being gay in the first place. I would be honest at the end of the day!

It's never easy to tell your parents that you aren't what they thought you were. The fact that you're considering this is already an amazing feat that you should be very proud of. Different people will have different worries so no two people would come out in the same way. What I mean is, if Person A's parents have some prior knowledge on LGBTQ+ topics but Person B's parents have little to no knowledge, Person B will more than likely have to be more patient and explain more. Regardless of what knowledge your parents do or don't have, it's okay to be unsure of how to approach it. I would say the best way to go about it, regardless of what knowledge they may or may not have on the subject is explain to them that you're gay, what that actually means (basically say what it is and isn't since there are some very negative things that have been said about it out there), what it means for you (explaining that you're still the same person they've raised, know, and love, the only difference is you're not attracted to the people they thought you were), and then answer any questions they might have. That definitely doesn't cover every possibility for what might come up, but I feel that's at least a start. I also recommend doing some research online to see what other people recommend doing when coming out. We also have many subcommunities on this website that may be able to help and comfort you as well. Just know you're doing the right thing and you should get to live your truth, because you're awesome for wanting to live as completely and unapologetically yourself. I hope all goes well! ^-^

I brought up things like shows with gay people, or books and see how they felt about it. If they showed positive interest, I would say its safe to tell them. If they show negative interest, I would wait a little. Some kids never tell their parents that they are LGBTQ+, which can be hard to live with. But it is for the better for some kids just to keep it a secret. Another way is just to say, 'Hey, I like girls/boys, and you can't change that.' . Some parents may deny it in the start but they could get use to it.

Be open and honest. You can’t change you so just embrace it and be proud. They are your parents and they love you so don’t be so worried. If you feel too nervous to speak to them write it down its sometimes easier, then approach them to talk about it afterwards. They may not necessarily react in the way you hope if it is a shock to them but give them time and make sure they are aware this is who you are and you need them to support you going forward. Speak from your heart and don’t be afraid

Hi! Good to see you here. This question is asked pretty often, but there doesn’t seem to be a real answer to it. First of all, don’t be afraid. There is NOTHING wrong with being gay, so don’t feel anxious about telling people. There still is some stereotyping and there are prejudices about the LGBTQ+ community, but as we all know, prejudice and stereotypes are completely wrong. Telling your family or friends depends on how understanding you imagine them and how much you truly trust them. If you want to tell them and feel confident and ready, why not tell them straight and directly in a kind conversation? Wait for a good moment and just be yourself. „Hey mom, hey dad, I think I need to tell you something, you should finally know. I wanted to tell you now, so you won’t hear this from someone else. I want to tell you this personally because it’s very important to me. Maybe you’ve noticed by now...etc.“ Different option! How about writing a letter? Bring your feelings on paper and slide it to your parents. They will read it, have some time for themselves and come up to you afterwards, so you don’t have to take the first real step. You’re creative? Write a song, draw a picture or write a story about your feelings! Why not be a bit more special and make this whole situation not that serious. ;) Feeling super scared? Text them. A simple text might feel weird, but if you’re too overwhelmed by anxiety in order to not being able to speak, texting would be an option. So again, don’t be afraid and feel confident. Stay positive and cheer up! Big hugs x

First of all, it is really brave that you are thinking about coming out to your parents. Preparing yourself for the conversation is the first step, plan out what you want to say and how you want to say it. You also want to make sure you are picking an appropriate time. If your parents just got in a fight or a sibling just got in trouble it might not be the best time so try to wait. During the conversation it is important to educate them, even though you are telling them you are gay they might not fully understand what that means or how they can best support you so lay out all the guidelines and help them understand. They might say something offensive or hurtful without meaning too, don't take it personally. Remember at the end of the day you can't control their reaction. Own who you are and reach out for other social and professional support if you need help.

The only way is to be honest and sincere . Talk to them . Find a suitable time and place to do it. Expect shock, disbelief, anger , tears , or even silent treatment. Be prepared as some parents really find it difficult to even talk about a gay person especially if they have a conservative , religious or a strong traditional background . Practice patience and understanding and it will bear fruit for you in the long run. Give your parents some space and if they want to talk more about it, go ahead and talk to them.

It is hard for you and your parents too. Tell them this doesnt change you as a person. Just your preferences are different. And you are still their son. Show them some videos and articles on it which are positive. Give them time. Dont immediately ask them to accept this.. they weren't prepared. Let them take their time to understand. Answer all their questions in a way that they will understand. But before you go prepare yourself too coz breaking the news will not be easy but always remember they are your parents and they love you. Take care.

I have to admit that I still haven't told my own parents... yet. But I do understand how it feels to try to. I read a lot of the advice given on this website and I do think each post is so varied and so different, and each idea springs up with another smart solution. I felt lost. So many different things to consider... I feel like something different works with every other family because we are all different people in different lives. My advice is to try out something you think could work because if you think it could work, that's a whole lot of confidence for an individual coming out into the closet to what could be an unforgiving world. And try. If something doesn't work, try something else. And don't give up. Whatever you do, don't give up. Because we are all equal in the world and each of us belongs to someone else. There are billions of doors out there, waiting just for you. Of course you will have your regrets. And you will make mistakes. But that's all human. Put it behind you and explore. Try it your way.

Before you tell them, Have a worst-case scenario plan. If you are young, and they kick you out of the house and refuse to support you or pay for college, be sure to have a disaster plan to fall back on. Where will you live? How will you get the money you need to live away from home in case you need to?Gather your supports. Assemble a network of sympathetic friends, relatives, and, if you are still in school, counselors and teachers — people to lean on if things get bad. Let them know you are planning on telling your parents, and that you'll need them to be available for temporary housing, a listening ear, and emotional support through the process.

You can start off by letting them know that there is something you would like to discuss with them that is important to you. At this point, you will have their undivided attention, and then I would tell them. The way you tell them is individual to you, your life and the relationship you have with your parents. I would start off by also saying that it is important for you to be true to your authentic self, and with love and compassion I would continue to tell them about who you are. The way you convey your message across or in which format truly needs to be individual and based on the relationship you have with your parents.

I would encourage you to tell your parents when you are ready, when you feel safe and in a meaningful way. You only get to come out once! You can buy or make a card that tells them, or maybe just bring your significant other home. Every situation is different. The most important thing is your safety, so please make sure that if you feel unsafe, you maybe enlist your school counselor or another adult as a witness. Other than that, I think be creative and come out in a way that celebrates your unique familial relationship and have fun with it!