How can I explain homosexuality to my parents?
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Updated: Apr 29, 2022
GentleWolfPup
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May 1, 2016
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It's just a label!!! It just means that I love who I want to love. If that means that it's my own gender, then that's my business. Mariage: Is love and love. Not just man and woman.
Nellie33
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May 19, 2016
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It's something u need to explain with a calm mind homosexuality is something most are unaware of so you can explain it to them by explaining the difference between a straight person and a homosexual person it might be a bit difficult by trying wnt cost bucks
Ency
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May 20, 2016
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My parents have always been accepting of me (thanks mom and dad!) so I'm going to use the example of how I came out to my grandparents. I led off by talking about how much they meant to me and mentioning funny experiences from when I was younger that we shared together. Then I brought up my gay friends that they already knew I had. Then I began to talk about my girlfriend without telling them she was my girlfriend. Then I told them she was my girlfriend. Then I watched there brains explode
JasonT
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May 20, 2016
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Just be straight up with them. Explain what it means. Tell them it's where two people of the same gender are attracted to each other. Don't lie about it - just be straight up and explain exactly what it means. Make sure they know it's completely normal and it isnt weird or wrong.
creativesupport0321
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May 20, 2016
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When trying to explain homosexuality, you need to come at it with confidence but still be kind. It may not be easy but sometimes you just need to be completely honest. Tell them what you know and use detail but don't act like you know more than they do.
musicalBubbles45
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May 25, 2016
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It's very simple, just say it's when a man has a romantic or sexual attraction to another man, same with women, glad I could help :)
Anonymous
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May 26, 2016
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It's important to simply go step by step: they will understand what you are eventually.
Another thing: it's important for you to be ready to talk about it. Don't feel stressed or don't be afraid of questions.
michellerashidi
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May 28, 2016
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Homosexuality is typically when a male likes or has attraction towards another male. Homo means same.
Reddy
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May 29, 2016
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Very simply actually. If you decide you feel the time is right to come out to your parents, simply tell them who you are. You are you and the only difference in the ling run is that they get to know the "full you". Unfortunately some parents don't always react well at first while others may surprise you! The most important thing to remember is to be true to yourself.
Anonymous
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Jun 1, 2016
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I came out in an odd way... My mom had my phone unknown to me she goes in my web browser. were she finds my search history next thing I know My mom is asking me if I'm gay
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