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

Profile: 4you247
4you247 on Jul 4, 2015
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Any way you feel comfortable, but try not to overplan it, if it comes out moe naturally you might panic less and also they may appreciate how much this means to you. Good luck and listeners are always here for support if youd like someone to speak to afterwards! Remember, gay is okay.
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Profile: royalvibes
royalvibes on Jul 5, 2015
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the best way to do it, is to sit them down and explain to them about your happiness. personally, when I told my mom, we were in a restraunt and she asked me what I consider myself. and I told her..lesbian. so we had a good talk about it. Good luck!
Profile: MitchieZajier
MitchieZajier on Jul 5, 2015
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Tell them when your ready. I did it and it was so scary and hard. But do not stand down when they try and say its "just a faze". Take a stand for yourself. You have to not back down. It will be hard for them but do not back away from who you are. Be confident and tell trustworthy friends first. And look at your friends and make sure that you know you can trust them. If anyone doesn't accept you. That is perfectly ok. Just leave them out of your life.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 5, 2015
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Try and ease it into a conversation. If there's a specific parent you're more comfortable with, tell them first. They'll help with the other parent. Hey mum? Yeah, baby? Were you ever like, into girls? Once in junior high I kissed one. Why, love? I think I might be a lesbian. Hmm. Well. I support you baby. (This is best case scenario)
Profile: HopeDaviss07
HopeDaviss07 on Jul 5, 2015
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telling your parents about your other can be difficult. You can try telling the one your closer in relation with, that way he/she will except better.
Profile: Pixiedust224
Pixiedust224 on Jul 5, 2015
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however you think is the right way you feel comfortable with. how do you think the best thing will be?
Profile: amiableLove11
amiableLove11 on Jul 5, 2015
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Based on my personal experience, I feel it is better to first see how they view people of the LGBT+ community so that the person who is coming out can see how safe it will be for them. If the parents state that they would disown their child and stop housing them, this lifestyle may be worse than staying in the closet until in total control of living arrangements and personal well-being. If it seems safe to tell your parents - if they are not completely opposed to the LGBT+ community - you may want to sit them down and prepare what you are going to say in advance. If they don't automatically agree with your choice, it is important to know that sometimes change in mindset takes time and they may grow to appreciate your honesty in time.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 8, 2015
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Be straight forward with them and by directly tell them in a polite and calm manner without yelling.
Profile: JenniLynn
JenniLynn on Jul 8, 2015
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I know from personal experience that it is one of the hardest things to do, but it's who you are. I would say just go for it. Explain to them that it is who you are and you didn't choose to be gay, just like they didn't choose to be straight. Be honest and open. Don't have too many expectations, but they are your parents and will hopefully still accept you even if they don't agree! Good luck!
Profile: MissLisa
MissLisa on Jul 8, 2015
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This can be a very difficult and challenging time for individuals seeking to reveal their sexual orientation to their parents as they often worry about how they will take the news and whether they will be accepted. Honesty is always the best policy and by being open this enables your parents to feel empowered that you have trusted them enough to approach them with your news. It is much better coming from you that someone else!
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