When I came out to my dad, I was already 33 years old and a Roman Catholic priest. A week later, I told my brothers. A month later, I posted a coming out photo on Facebook. Years later, I’m still a priest and an out and proud advocate for LGBT+ rights.
Story #1198
When I came out, my mom told me at least I hadn’t told her I was a stick of celery instead of not a girl.
Story #1203
When I came out to my best friend she burst into tears, at which point I felt my heart sink and I felt horrible, until she looked up at me and confessed that she was in fact bisexual and was so happy she wasn’t alone.
Story #1197
When I came out to my mom she was so happy for me. Now she keeps on trying to find me girlfriends to make up for all the times she teased me about boys. I told her it doesn’t work that way. Gotta love my mom. (F/16/Lesbian)
Story #1196
When I came out, my mom was very surprised but supportive. I thought things would be awkward but we’re actually closer to each other now. (17/Lesbian)
Story #1202
When I came out, I just got home from school. A friend had asked me if I was gay, because I never talk about cute boys. I answered, “Yes.” So I opened the kitchen door and went like, “Hey, mom! I just told a girl I am a lesbian.” Her reaction made me realize that I hadn’t come out to her yet, which I thought I had. Her reaction was good though. (16)
Story #1195
When I came out to myself, it felt like accepting myself as a whole for the first time in my life.
Story #1194
When I came out to my sister on Christmas Eve, I pulled her aside and told her. Her response: I know, just don’t tell Dad.
Story #1201
When I came out to my brother, he was super supportive and wonderful. He had followed my tumblr for a while, so he suspected I liked girls but was waiting for me to tell him when I was ready.
Story #1193
When I came out to my crush, she smiled and said she was lesbian as well. Then she kissed me on the cheek and said she was hoping we could fall in love.
Best day of my life. (F/16/Lesbian)