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)
Story #1545
When I came out to my two best friends one was shocked. The other was through text so it was hard to say but he seemed nice. Other than that I’m still scared to tell anyone else. (Genderfluid/14/Pansexual)
Story #1544
When I came out to my two best friends, both of them supported me. I feel great accepting myself and knowing at least a couple people support me. (Genderfluid/14)
Story #1543
When I came out… it was to myself at 15. I cried all night long and had a panic attack but it was a huge weight off my shoulders and I’d never felt more relieved in my life. I’ve grown to fully accept myself, I finally know who I am and even if not everyone knows it I couldn’t be happier. (FtM/16/Trans and gay)
Story #1542
When I came out my friends all told me I was a freak. I started being bullied by a girl I had a crush on; she told me I was nothing. I haven’t found any solace in this world. (F/17/Lesbian)
Story #1541
When I came out today to my friends it went way better than I thought it would’ve. They high-fived each other and were happy they finally had a gay friend. Then we just moved on and the rest of the day was just like before.