How can I come out to my friends?
MonBon
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Apr 22, 2015
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It sort of depends on their views/knowledge of LGBTQ. Some people know a lot about it and recognize it as a completely okay facet of someone, and those individuals you can probably just casually mention it and they'll be okay.
Unfortunately there are others you cannot do that with either because they know very little about LGBTQ or they have been taught it's bad. With those individual I think it's very important to reiterate that nothing about you is changing and you are still the friend and confidant to them you've always been, and let them know that they are important to you and thought they should know what you know about yourself.
Good luck!
Anonymous
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Sep 1, 2015
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When i came out, instead of having that "deep" talk with my friends I just blurted it out, it really seemed to work.
LeonMcLion
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Sep 4, 2016
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There are no right or wrong methods to come out to your friends. Calling someone a friend means you trust them and you are comfortable with them. Having to tell your friends what you really are could be very challenging especially if you fear their reaction. If they accept you for you are then that's great! you should be friends with those kind of people. If they don't accept you for who you are then you just found out that you should find better people to hang out with. Good luck!
Tg119340
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Sep 26, 2016
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That's an extremely hard question. What I suggest is leave little hints here and there to see what they might feel or think about people who are gay. That way you can test the water and be sure they are safe to enter. That's what I did, that way when I told them I was not surprised to see they accepted me for who I was; most of them. There are those who I'm friends with that don't know because I know they have a strong beliefs against gays and I'd rather not create conflict. Not sure if that's the best decision because if my friends love me for who I am, their opinion of a gay person of color wouldn't matter.
BradyHero
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Jan 9, 2017
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When you come out to friends, it might feel like there's a lot of pressure; however, sometimes the best way to do it is nonchalantly. Consider just sitting them down and having a casual conversation. Some of your friends might have trouble understanding your sexuality/gender; if so, be patient and explain it to them. If a friend rejects you or makes you feel bad about who you are, remember that you don't have to continue to be around someone if they don't respect you. Most of all, be cool-headed and confident. If there is no danger, coming out is a good thing. You should be proud of who you are, and hopefully, your friends will be too.
Anonymous
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Apr 11, 2017
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There isn't one specific way to do it, I don't think. I briefly mentioned it to one friend when I came out, and another I had to sit him down and tell him. Another I made a joke and that was how I came out. It's different for everyone! Try to figure out their stance beforehand to know how to tell them, and don't ever come out to them if the two of you are fighting. It's a bad idea. Good luck!
Aayla
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Sep 24, 2019
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You can wait for a quiet moment and then just tell them you've always wanted to share something with them, and go on explaining how you feel, how you found it out, what it means for you to have this identity. Be open, be yourself: those who really love you will stay by your side no matter what! You can try to come out first with the ones closest to you, or the ones who have already expressed LGBT inclusive views. This way, you'll face your coming outs little by little, starting with those who make you more comfortable, making sure you'll have them by your side as you face the next coming outs.
Sunisshiningandsoareyou
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May 31, 2021
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Hey, coming out can be a difficult experience if people around us are not supportive and accepting, I hear it's a big decision and you're wondering how to come out to your friends , maybe asking some questions may help , how do you feel about coming out to them ? What do you think could their possible reactions be ? What makes it important for you to come out to them ? If a friend were to come out to you, how would you react? What may help you to be more accepting of the news ? Etc , personally I feel friends should be supportive of us, and accept us in every form , we still are the same and the friendship should stay intact , then probably making them aware about different gender orientations and sexualities, gently telling them about yourself and assuring you'd really appreciate if they be supportive and treat you like they did before. I hope it goes well . Best wishes, in all cases remember you're not alone and you certainly don't need to bother about other's opinions so long you accept yourself . Much love â¤
8imhereforyou8
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Jan 27, 2015
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Make sure you have one friend who you know will be supportive then gradually tell more friends, once you have a good support system of friends it will get easier every time :)
heavenPurple92
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May 26, 2015
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As long as you feel 100% comfortable and ready to do so then you can speak to them when you're all alone. Just say you really trust them and feel like you want to tell them because you trust them. Then take it from there :) Good Luck and congrats on doing so!!! :)
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