When I came out to my best friend, I said I was pansexual and she said, “Yeah lol me too welcome to the club” and then like 3 days later this guy comes up to us and says, “Hey so like you’re both les or something, are you guys dating?” and we looked at each other and were like, “No, we’re just friends” and then the dude that asked us said, “With BENEFITS” and f*ckin sprinted away. (F/14/Pan)
Story #1726
When I came out I never really had any lgbt people to ask for advice or associate with. I had first come out online to internet friends, and then casually said I liked guys and girls and everyone in between to my best friend. They said it was totally cool and it turns out my other best friend is bi, which is really nice. (NB/Grey ace)
Story #1725
When I came out… I stressed out about it for years before finally telling my friend. She was so supportive and I felt like I was free. We made a whole plan for me to tell my parents but I ended up just telling them a few days later. It felt like a huge weight off my chest 🙂 (F/16/Bi)
Story #1724
When I came out to my cousin brother, we were watching a show and a character came out as bi. I said, “Same” without thinking, and as soon as I realised I had come out I burst out crying. He was really accepting and sweet about the whole thing. I couldn’t stop shaking till about half an hour later, though. (F/16/Bisexual)
Story #1723
When I came out I was 12 years old at the time and had come out as bi just a few months earlier. I spent the entire summer between sixth and seventh grade just questioning my sexuality, and it was great having such a supportive group of friends helping me discover who I was. Fast forward to today, where I can’t tell anyone in high school because of my fear of being bullied. So far only my middle school friends, my little brother, and some teachers know, but I can’t wait for the day when I can be my gay self in front of anyone. (F/16/Lesbian)
Story #1722
When I came out to my friend, I told her I was bi-curious. She had a brother who is bisexual, so I knew I could trust her. I slipped her a note in class, and she just nodded her head. I know I’m full-out bisexual now, and I told most of my friends (they’re very accepting). I don’t tell on telling my parents anytime soon, though. (F/11/Bisexual)
Story #1721
When I came out I first told my friend (who everyone thinks is gay). I wrote him a whole front and back letter, but he only read the first two words saying, “I’m Bisexual” and gave me back the letter like I asked. He said he didn’t care. And now, a few months later, I plan on telling my friends when I get back to school from winter break. But I don’t plan on telling my family for a while. (F/13/Bisexual)
Story #1720
When I came out, I basically tried to say as little as possible. My best friend is from an anti-lgbt religion, and while I knew she would be happy for me, after about an hour of “Are you sure?” and trying to explain that yes, I liked guys, I gave up trying and left it at “I have a girlfriend now.” She was super sweet, even though she seemed confused by the concept of bisexuality, and very supportive. I ended up coming out to my parents with just the girlfriend part as well because I was worried that my mom would keep trying to get me a boyfriend (and they are also religious). I still feel weird about it because I basically just let them all assume that I’m a lesbian, even though I’m really careful not to call myself one because I’m not “fully gay” and don’t even label myself gay because of it… (F/22/Bisexual)
Story #1719
When I came out it was to my friends and little brother. It was Christmas evening and we had just finished hanging out and exchanging gifts, and as they were leaving they were talking about girls or something and then one of them asked if I was straight. I looked at them blankly, not knowing what to say, but I knew I couldn’t say yes ’cause it would be obvious I was unsure or lying. Then I said, “I guess I’m coming out now.” They were all surprised but really accepting. They acted like they didn’t care but in a good way. I was really happy that night and fell asleep with a smile on my face. But the best part is that I don’t have to lie or be uncomfortable when they ask if I like this girl or if I think this girl is cute or something. (M/19/Gay)
Story #1718
When I came out it was to a theatre group chat. I basically said, “Guys, I found Narnia!” And someone asked “Where?” And so I said, “In the closet. Surprise, I’m gay!” And everyone was really accepting! Still haven’t told my family though, haha. (M/15/Gay)