When I came out, my parents flipped out. I was told it was a phase, I was too young, I had no idea what I was talking about, and it really hurt. But we’ve talked so much more in the past few months, and my mom is really trying to understand. We’ve been to an event down in Provo, she’s begun letting me go to GSIA meetings, and has even considered letting me cut my hair. When I first came out, I truly regretted it — but I don’t anymore.
Story #1605
When I came out I had a very good experience. I’m a divorced guy who came out late in life. I posted it on Facebook! I was terrified about what the response would be but I had at least 18 people contact me and tell me how proud they were of me.
Story #1604
When I came out to my parents they were completely mad and disappointed. They are now always ready to yell at me. A few years later I came out to my friend and she accepted me just for who I was. It’s been hard but I am a lesbian and no amount of yelling can change that.
Story #1603
When I came out to my mom, she said she was okay with it and that she suspected it anyway. Despite that, I feel regretful for telling her. I don’t know why. (M/17/Gay)
Story #1602
When I came out, it wasn’t really a coming out. I thought I was bisexual, and I bought a pride bracelet. My mom flat out asked me if I was gay. I denied it but later confessed to having dated a girl. My mom doesn’t think bisexuals exist.
Story #1601
When I came out, I cried. I had a panic attack. They told me it was just a phase and that I’m only 15 years old, that I shouldn’t be worrying about it. I hate myself for coming out to them. I’m so sorry I had to be this way, Mom and Dad.
Story #1600
When I came out as lesbian, my best guy friend told me he had feelings for me. I rejected it and he was pretty upset. I really miss him and I don’t know how to fix this. I don’t know if I’ll find a way. (F/19/Lesbian)
Story #1599
When I came out to my mother and father most of my friends already knew. I told my parents separately. My mother said that I was going to hell and grounded me and my dad said that he didn’t accept. They keep on taking me to priests and pastors trying to change me. I hope it gets better soon. (M/15/Gay)
Story #1598
When I came out it was very rushed as I just sent a screenshot of my results in a gay test saying, “You’re 100% gay!”, and my friends did take me seriously. They’re cool with it but I don’t think I’ll come out to my parents. (M/17/Gay)
Story #1597
When I came out to my two friends over text as bisexual, one came out as bisexual as well and the other came out as pansexual. I cried with joy that day realizing I wasn’t alone in this world.