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How do I come out to my parents?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Sep 10, 2017
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Don't make some huge scene of it; it'll make them more likely to do the same. Try to figure out their thoughts on the matter beforehand, and when the time seems right, just say those words, loud and proud. Do not apologize. If they are not accepting, give yourself all the love they are wrongly withholding from you.
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Profile: SereneLotus
SereneLotus on Sep 14, 2017
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It will probably be best to handle it depending on your situation. Analyze your parents. I find it helps when you casually slip in the general topic into a conversation to gauge how they will react. If they are accepting and caring, as parents should be, they will accept you. In that situation, just tell them. If you feel uncomfortable then wait until you are alone and tell them.
Profile: radiantFireworks51
radiantFireworks51 on Sep 16, 2017
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There is no right way to come out to anyone. For me I was sitting with my mam and I just felt it was right to tell her so I searched up a poem on my phone and told her, with my dad I texted him a dad joke about being gay
Profile: kvo8
kvo8 on Oct 15, 2017
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Congratulations on wanting to come out to some of the most important people in a person's life! Its a huge step and it takes courage!! :) Sometimes the "how" is not as important as the "when". You want to make sure that when you come out to your parents (or anyone) that you can do so safely. Is the time appropriate in your life? Are you in a safe place? Your safety is priority number 1! If you feel you are in a safe time/place, then coming out is totally your own choice and so is how you do it! I came out to my mom casually and just told her I was a lesbian. Some people can't do that and that is okay! You can give them a song, write a note, just sit them down and explain things or whatever you feel! Don't feel pressured to come out in some spectacular gesture if that doesnt make you comfortable :)
Profile: funnyBreeze11
funnyBreeze11 on Nov 10, 2017
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I didn't have to come out because I'm straight, but I have lots of friends who aren't and based on their experiences I'd say the best way is to just state it in a clear and forward manner, but gently too, and if that person really cares for you, it shouldn't make a difference. You're still the same person you always were.
Profile: SteadfastStatue
SteadfastStatue on Nov 11, 2017
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Be humble; not apologetic. I cannot say that I have come out to my parents, but I have made it very clear that I don't care much for guys (I am perceived as cisgender/ heteroxesual female) and I cannot fit my gender expression or sexual orientation into a pigeonhole. It just doesn't align with who I am.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 22, 2017
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Talk about it and actually make conversation and answer their questions. Understand that they are worried about your safety and life, and however whatever you are coming out as will effect it. They will also be shocked, so don't be surprised if you have to come back to them later about it.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 23, 2017
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That depends on the situation, i can help with that if you want. I’m always here to talk whenever...
Profile: aCraftyFox
aCraftyFox on Nov 25, 2017
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The answer to this question is always going to depend heavily on the asker, and their parents. Some people have a lot of luck just talking to their parents, explaining themselves, and answering their questions. Sometimes all the parent wants to know is that their child is happy, and well. But it does not always go that way. Some times it's not safe for a person to come out because of their living situation. Some times no matter how much a person talks and tries to connect, the parents can't hear it. What any person does to come out to their family is not going to be helpful to any other person. Relationships come in infinite variety. You will need to modify your plan to fit your family. But absolutely know this: No matter what they say or do, you are not alone. You are worthy of love.
Profile: ListenerM22
ListenerM22 on Nov 29, 2017
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Start out slow and start by telling close friends and trusted adults so that way you have the courage to tell people and then prepare yourself to tell your parents by writing out what your going to say and then one day get both of them together and tell them
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