When I Came Out

When I came out I was 16 years old. My two best friends (a lesbian couple) noticed that I was little extra friendly to a female friend of mine (we’re now together). They finally asked me about it and I told them the truth. They were excited that I was a lesbian, as well.

When I came out my junior year of high school, I knew it was time. I was sitting at my desk in my room doing homework and talking to a friend online when she asked me, “What is actually stopping you from coming out to your family?” I thought about it for a few moments, got up from my desk, walked calmly to the living room, called a family meeting and simply said, “I’m gay, guys.” After a half hour discussion, I went peacefully back to my room to finish my work.

When I came out, there wasn’t much of a climax. I felt like I’d gained nothing from it, and I didn’t feel any more free of the burden. Eight years later, I realise that the only person I have to answer to is myself. Never surrender yourself.

When I came out, I was 9 when I had my first kiss. She was very much a girl, as am I. But I went into denial and dated guys until 11 months ago when I dumped him for my best friend and now girlfriend.

When I came out, I was still with my then boyfriend. My best friend told me she loved me and wanted to be with me. Next day I dumped him but it took 2 months for me to sort myself out and say yes to my now girlfriend. My mum and dad don’t talk about it but I’m very much in love with her and very much a lesbian 😀

When I came out to my family and best friends, the void of unhappiness in my life was filled with joy and excitement for the future. I also overcame severe clinical depression that was linked directly to my fear of rejection.

When I came out I was 13. My best friend from grade 1 told me that she would never hang out with me out of fear of me trying to pull a move on her. I haven’t told anyone since.

When I came out as Bi to my friend, she was so happy for me and said she will always support me no matter what.

When I came out to my parents, mom and dad freaked out, mainly dad. But my friends had completely different reactions; they accepted me and said that they all still love me.

When I came out to my best friend he said “okay” and then asked me if I had a girlfriend, and if I wanted to go throw things at the local Chick-fil-A.