When I came out to my close friends as lesbian they were like, “Oh… I thought so. But you dated a guy once so I thought you were bi.” And continued having a regular conversation. They are very accepting and don’t treat it like it’s the most interesting thing in the world.
Story #1265
When I came out, it was on a phone call with my friend. I expected him to hate me because I live in Korea (lots of homophobic people here). However, he said, “Meh, you always said being gay wasn’t bad.” I think it was the first time I cried from joy ^^
Story #1264
When I came out it was at Christmas to my best friend and cousin. She said, “Everyone is different and that makes you special.” I cried all night. I don’t know if I can come out to my gypsy family but I hope they will change.
Story #1263
When I came out to my younger sister, we were on our neighbor’s trampoline, playing the non-alcoholic version of Never Have I Ever. It was my turn, and I said, “Never have I ever had a crush on a girl,” and I put one finger down. My sister was shocked, and asked repeatedly if I was bisexual. I told her that I was gay, but that it wasn’t important, and that it didn’t change anything. We had a great conversation, and I’m so thrilled to know that she loves me no matter what! (F/13/Lesbian)
Story #1262
When I came out to my boyfriend, he dumped me but then came running back minutes later. “I realized I was stupid. Um… will you go out with me again?” I laughed it off and we are still together. (F/19/Pan)
Story #1261
When I came out I was not accepted by my family. I was told it was a phase. It was kept secret from everyone but a handful of friends. I’ve never felt so detached in my whole life; I’m waiting for it to get better. (Non-binary/Gyneromantic)
Story #1260
When I came out, my dad was drunk, trying to talk about what being gay is. In the process of me arguing him down I asked him, “So what do you think I am?” He said not gay. Then I replied, “Well, I’m not straight! And I can’t change that, just like how I can’t change the color of my skin.” (M/17/Pansexual)
Story #1259
When I came out to my sweet, dear mother, I realized it’s not all happiness and rainbows (well, rainbows maybe…). I told my mom I’m gay and she immediately told my dad. She slapped me and told me that I needed help while my dad said to go and live with a friend for a while. My friend loves me and I’m just happy to have one person who does.
Story #1258
When I came out, it was to my best friend, a girl. She was really supportive and hugged me for a while. Super happy now, and doing great!
Story #1257
When I came out, I was skyping my best friend, and she was talking about how homophobic I was. In response, I stuttered, “B-but I’m g-g-gay.” Now we joke about how much I stuttered that day.