When I came out to one of my best friends she got really quiet. I ended up apologizing for making her uncomfortable. I wish I didn’t do that. (M/19/Gay)
Story #1554
When I came out, it was to my mom. She told me that “it was okay to be confused.” She then told me (with different wording) that it was a phase, and I wouldn’t be that way when I’m older. That was two years ago. (F/13/Lesbian)
Story #1553
When I came out to my brother recently, we were already having an emotional talk, and he asked me. He had before, but I shrugged it off. This time I just broke down. He hugged me and told me everything would be OK. (M/16/Gay)
Story #1552
When I came out, I was in the car with my mum and she didn’t say anything. Then I heard her quietly say, “Another thing for attention??” I started crying and she did too. She says she accepts me but that doesn’t always seem to be the case… (FtM/16/Trans)
Story #1551
When I came out, I was 15 years old, and it was late in my room to a good friend who also was my crush. We had a conversation about sex; that’s how I told him, but I didn’t tell him I liked him — still haven’t. (M/Gay)
Story #1550
When I came out it was honestly the worst night of my life. I was brought up in a religion where LGBT is not accepted and also believe the dead will come back to life. I accidentally left my phone out and my nan saw a message to a guy. The first thing she said was “You can get help for this. Then it’s possible to see your mum again.” I was broken for a long while and only finally accepted myself when being in a relationship with a guy. (M/19/Gay)
Story #1549
When I came out to my brother today, he was extremely supportive. I’ve been in the closet for 23 years now, so telling a family member feels really good. I’m so happy I did it. Don’t keep it to yourself; speak to someone when you’re ready… even if it’s a counselor. You are human too — and you deserve to talk about your life.
Story #1548
When I came out to my auntie who I’ve partied with since age 17, I was scared but I got the strength to just say to her, “I want to let you know whatever you heard in the past about me were false rumors. However, the truth of it all is that I am gay and have been for years.” Her response after we hugged was “OMG I can’t wait to meet your gay friends!!” 😂
Story #1547
When I came out it was super weird. I have a bracelet of the pride flag and I told my friend that I was part of the thing and she said, “Well, I know you’re not lesbian” and she guessed it and we hugged and went on with our day. She then came out as pan to me.
Story #1546
When I came out to my best friend this previous fall she hugged me and told me that she already knew. She helped me to come out to my immediate family, and now, several months later, I am openly gay. I live in a small, conservative Christian family and town, but I have received nothing but love and support. It took me a long time to reconcile my sexuality and my love for Jesus Christ, but He loves you just the same and I am truly closer to Him than ever before after being honest with myself and others. (M/16/Gay)