How do I come out to my parents?

Keep in mind that it is best to come out if you know that it is, so to say, safe. If you know that your parents won't accept it for some reason and that it may generally not end too well, it may be better to stay in the closet for a little longer. If you know that their reaction will not be that bad and are just looking for a way to come out, then, relying on my experience, I highly recommend "not making it a big deal". I mean that you should probably just tell them randomly, for example, during a light conversation when the right moment occurs.

I think this depends on how supportive your parents are, or how safe your home is, so to speak. In my own experience, it was a pretty casual, no big deal kind of thing. I felt deep down that I was ready and comfortable to come out, no matter the consequence. Then, when my mom and I were alone, I just honestly told her I was bi. It wasn't a huge deal, and she was very supportive! But I think it depends. Also, I think it depends if you feel ready. If you feel ready and you think you're ready, I say do it when tensions aren't too high, and when you can get alone time with your parents, or parent you're closer to (like I did).

I came out to my mom using Ally Hill's coming out song. You definitely don't have to come out that way either, but it worked for me because I couldn't say it outloud without having a breakdown. I came out to my dad a year later and felt more comfortable telling him out loud. After that, things slowly started to get better but it was still very awkward with talking to them. It did get better afterwards, but it still is awkward. I would say come out however you feel comfortable and don't feel pressured to if you are not ready.

You need to trust them to accept you. They raised you, they saw you in all of your weakest points so they’re bound to accept you for who you are. The lgbtq+ community is growing and is an everyday thing, so it won’t be too shocking. Also, if you’re close to your parents, they may already know. I know someone who was gay but afraid to come out, when they finally did, they were terrified but I could see the relieved look on their face when I said I already knew. Don’t be scared, trust them to love you for you😁

The first thing to remember is that no one needs to officially come out to their parents unless they want to. Many LGBT youth experience a level of pressure to out themselves to family and friends, sometimes before they are ready, in order to continue living a comfortable, authentic life. It certainly helps to go in that direction and receive validation from the outside. But accepting yourself first is equally important. Be prepared that it is possible to receive mixed reactions from few people- grow until you're strong enough to not let that stop you. As far as "how someone comes out" to their family goes, there really is no right or wrong way. It doesn't have to be an elaborate plan unless you'd like it to be. Feel out the situation, and open yourself to the ones who love you and they should meet you with support and praise.

Take your time with this. There is no rush to come out so make sure you wait until you feel comfortable and safe. You could sit them down or just casually tell them, whatever you are most comfortable with. The only wrong way to come out is to come out when you are not ready, or when you are in an unsafe environment. If you feel as though coming out could pose a threat to your safety, rethink whether it is the right time. And if you haven't already, maybe try coming out to low-risk people first before coming out to your parents, for example: very supportive friends, other LGBTQ+ people, people online etc. If you're very nervous about coming out to your parents, practicing may help you.

It’s important to realize that coming to terms with your sexuality is not an easy thing, however it gets better. Coming from experience, a bright future exists, but the most important thing is to accept yourself wholeheartedly. As far as coming out to friends and family, all you can do is stand in your truth and approach the situation with an open mind as scary as it might seem. You will experience rejection and you will experience acceptance but this is something that occurs in all aspects of life. At the end of the day, happiness is an inside job. Remember to honor yourself and respect everyone’s process involved.

First of all only come out if you think it's safe. Okay if you've decided that it's safe to come out to think about your parents and what reaction you want them to have and the best place to do this. I think having a sit-down conversation with them is the best if you're going to have more of a formal discussion and get them to understand. However, it's all about you and how you feel you should do it. There are so many things that go into this such as how you want your parents to react and the family dynamic that you hold with your parents. There is not one way you should come out only do what's right for you.

I've known many people that have faced similar situations. Myself being one of them. It can be a pinnacle moment in one's life. The bottling up of emotions can have negative effects on both your mental and physical health. That isn't to say that you should rush the conversation. Patience and confidence in yourself is already apparent as you've approached the idea with thought and question. Ultimately, you know your parents best and if your questioning the best way in which to approach them on this subject, then perhaps the next question might be 'when?'. Remember, what's most important is accepting yourself. We are here for you

Only come out if you are sure you are in a safe position to do so. Coming out can be daunting. Pick a quiet time where your parents are in a good mood. When you tell them, be sure to let them know, especially if they are upset, that you are still the same person you always were. Be sure to include details like how long you have felt this way for, how you may have been worried they may have reacted and how long you have been aware of your orientation. This can help them understand more about the situation, whereas stating the fact only can cause confusion and questions. Speaking of questions - be ready for them. Your parents may not understand as much as you do, but as long as you are patient and honest with them, this should help them to understand. Be prepared for shock and sadness. Although this doesn't happen to all people, some parents can be upset by their kid's orientation - as unfortunate as this is. I hope coming out goes well for you, and remember you're not alone.