When I came out, I told my mom to come into my room and asked her what her favorite element on the periodic table. She said neon. She asked me what mine was, and I answered with “bismuth”. She asked me why I said bismuth and I told her to guess. She asked me if I like girls and boys, because bismuth’s abbreviation on the periodic table is “bi.” I said yes. She responded by saying she loves me and I can marry whoever I want. She even said she might buy me a pride flag.
Story #2283
When I came out to my best friend as bi, she was completely supportive and is my biggest supporter. I was forcibly outed to my dad and stepmom; both of them disapprove and think I need to be “fixed.” My mom was completely fine with it; she did ask if it was a phase, but when I said no, she just said, “Okay, that’s fine. I still love you.” I’m coming out to my best friend as genderfluid soon, and I’m so excited. (Genderfluid/16/Bisexual)
Story #2281
When I came out to a close friend, I said, “(Friend’s name), I’M BI!” And she responded with “YES WE LOVE THAT”
Story #2280
When I came out, it was to my friends and sister and slowly to my parents. It was a little difficult to come out at first but I overcame it after a while. My friends and my sister accepted me, which I only semi-expected, while it’s been a little rocky with my parents. They’re not rude nor hostile about it, but my mom sometimes makes jokes which don’t sit right with me. She also says she’s not used to change and apologizes about it. It sometimes hurts but I’m used to it cause I know they love me. (Transmasc/FtM/15/Bisexual)
Story #2279
When I came out to two of my friends, they were supportive. Friend one told me that she was lesbian, and friend two said she was bisexual also! (She/they/13/Bisexual)
Story #2278
When I came out to one of my close friends as genderfluid, she completely supported me. She’s become one of the biggest allies on my journey and is currently the only one who uses my feminine name (Jenna). She’s even given me helpful tips about outfits and accessories. (Genderfluid/33/Bisexual)
Story #2263
When I came out, my parents and family didn’t accept me for who I was. They said I wasn’t worth living and an ungrateful piece of s**t. I didn’t care what they said. Even though what they told me hurt, I still loved my parents. And I still didn’t care; I love myself and they have to respect my decision. (M/13/Gay/bi)
Story #2251
When I came out to my best friend over an email, I was so scared. I thought she wouldn’t understand and say it was impossible. Turns out it went well. It took her a while to adjust to my new name and pronouns but she’s extremely supportive and respectful about it. (Non-binary/15/Bisexual)
Story #2244
When I came out, I studied in an all boys, Catholic private school. I was closeted and scared at the time. I wanted it to get off my chest so I told my best friend that I was bi. Then he said, “So am I.” I was so shocked and happy I wasn’t alone. (M/13/Bisexual)
Story #2243
When I came out I could barely hear the words over the sound of my heart pounding. I have always loved my queerness but after the words left my lips I hoped the world would end before anyone responded. I was so nauseous I was worried I was going to puke. My parents said they had no idea but of course they were happy to know and loved me. My friends said “Ohhhhh, that makes sense.” I’ve never received a truly homophobic response to coming out, but I can still feel all the oxygen leave the room when I think of the first time. But I survived. I made it. (F/23/Queer/bisexual)