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

Profile: Zivvi
Zivvi on Nov 18, 2017
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I think you should only come out when you are ready. No one else can decide that, it may take months or years. But just remember that they will love you, no matter what happens. We are all here for you.
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Profile: FriendlyRyan21
FriendlyRyan21 on Nov 20, 2017
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I recommend everybody who asks me to do it only if and when your comfortable and safe to come out!
Profile: funnybunny95
funnybunny95 on Dec 1, 2017
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Well, I guess you should approach them directly and tell them how you feel about your sexuality and make them understand that there is nothing wrong in being gay. Being a good human is more important.
Profile: m00nflower
m00nflower on Dec 13, 2017
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The best way to approach this topic with parents is with love and understanding. Depending on their feelings on the matter, they may be shocked. They may have a lot of questions. They hopefully will be accepting, however you must prepare yourself for a not-so-positive reaction. I really wish I could tell you that everything is going to be fine. Just remember that even if the initial reaction isn't positive, most parents do come around later.
Profile: lovelyJewel61
lovelyJewel61 on Jan 12, 2018
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Coming out can be difficult, when you don't feel as if you are supported. sit them down, and talk to them about how you feel, if they love and support you they will surely understand. you're parents love you, for who you are. so just let them know, who you really are. talk to them..
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 8, 2018
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Just tell them. Doing it in a complicated way will just confuse them, or make it awkward. Assuming that your parents are supportive, just say it.
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Anonymous on Feb 28, 2018
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You make hints about it. Pray that they will be fine with it hope for the best .. and then say.. " mom dad promise you WILL NOT get mad but i'm.. gay"
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Anonymous on Mar 28, 2018
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Sit then down and be honest. Depending on the type of parents you have this could be an easy or very difficult conversation. The most important thing is that you just be honest with them.
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Anonymous on Apr 5, 2018
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Make share your safe and have a place lined up just in case your family don't react the way you feel they will. Here is a Link to 41 ideas to try or come up with one your self. https://www.7cups.com/forum/LGBTQMOGIISupportCommunity_58/ResourcesforLGBTQMOGIICommunity_766/41AwesomeIdeaWaysToComeOutToYourFriendsAndFamily_59680/
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 9, 2018
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Know when the right time tell them. Never tell them during and argument. Explain respectfully/reassuring.
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