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

Profile: riversofhope
riversofhope on Sep 9, 2018
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You don’t have to do it if you don’t feel like it match for you. I don’t think coming out is necessary, I’m speaking like a lesbian girl. Just stop hiding, talk about your feeling and don’t be afraid! If you really want to talk about your sexuality with your parents you have to be sure about what you’re feeling and be proud of who you are. Just sit with them and speak with the heart, tell them your story exc. There’s an entire community who loves you. Be yourself and I’m sure they will love you like we do.
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 19, 2015
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Your parents made you, whether they realize it or not, they'll always love you despite their views on things. Tell them, you found happiness. And that's its with ( whoever)
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Anonymous on Jun 19, 2015
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Just go ahead. Be bold. And tell them! There's very limited chance that they won't accept your preference.
Profile: beautifulTree24
beautifulTree24 on Jun 19, 2015
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If your family love you, they will understand. But you can say "This isn't a different thing. I feel like this and i'm happy with that."
Profile: KindnessCounts
KindnessCounts on Jul 2, 2015
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First be sure that you want to tell them. If they have different beliefs, consider how they may react. If you feel that you should tell them, then find an opportunity where you are in private and everyone seems to be in a relatively positive and calm mood. Approach the subject slowly, ask test questions like "how do you feel about the legalization of gay marriage"? That will give you an idea of how to tailor (or if you should mention) the conversation.
Profile: Kassy7cups
Kassy7cups on Jan 26, 2020
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There’s no one right way to tell your parents that you’re gay. The most important thing to figure out is whether your home environment is safe enough to let them know. If the answer is yes, it is safe enough, you may want to reflect on whether it is the right time. You and your parents should be in at least a calm state of mind before you tell them. Many parents may not be as knowledgeable as their kids about LGBTQ+ topics, so you might have to explain a bit about what you’re going through. It might also benefit you to ensure you have friends to lean on in case your coming out doesn’t go as well as you expected.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 27, 2014
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Just be confident! I'm sure you're parents will accept you just the way you are! You just need to make them feel like you are going to be happy with their opinion!
Profile: Tanya26
Tanya26 on Dec 4, 2014
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Just ask them to talk, 'don't say anything please, just listen.' and then tell them. My cousin did it this way and my Aunt was supportive more than anything. Now a days, it's unusual for a parent not to be. You got this!
Profile: RainyGirlILY
RainyGirlILY on Dec 30, 2014
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Being straight forward is usually the best way. Beating around the bush leads to frustration on all sides.
Profile: heretohelp23
heretohelp23 on Jun 18, 2015
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sit them down and be honest thats the best way im sure they will support you no matter what happens
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