When I came out, it was to my friends. My girlfriend at the time came out as trans, and I had known that I’d been trans for a pretty long time. I told my friend group. Mostly everyone accepted me, which made me so happy. I go by Matt now, instead of my deadname. But one of my nonsupportive friends keep asking me why I keep trying to be a dude. They shall never know UvU (Male [FtM]/16/Bisexual)
Story #2236
When I came out I was about eleven or twelve. I was openly out at school already, and living in the South some people were definitely dicks about it. On the bus I was practically bullied. My parents knew, but they didn’t know WHY I was getting bullied. I had aggression issues so I hit a bunch of people for picking on me and ended up getting in trouble with the school. So we sat down and they were like, “Okay, talk to us about what’s happening on the bus” and like I just started RANTING: “Just because I’m bisexual doesn’t mean I’m a lesbian, I’m bi! I like boys too!” I didn’t get much of a reaction, really it was just, “Okay, chill out, we think you’re a bit too young, but it’s fine.” It’s been two, almost three years and now I’m very penly bisexual and me and my dad jokes about how I’m gay all the time. (Genderfluid/13/Bisexual polyamorous)
Story #2230
When I came out I started looking up coming out stories. This was at the beginning of the year and I realized that I like both women and guys and I find some guys very attractive and wanted to date a guy and be with one and experience all the things that being with a guy entails. I started telling some close friends that I recently realized I’m bisexual and they couldn’t be more accepting of me, and I told them I was gonna tell my parents but I was freaked out to tell them. They told me that they knew my parents would be accepting of this, but I was still terrified to tell them, so I wrote them a letter explaining how I realized I was bisexual and it’s not a phase or something I can change. They both read it and accept me. I’ve told a lot of my cousins and friends and they all accept me. I haven’t been happier accepting I’m bisexual. (M/32/Bisexual)
Story #2223
When I came out, I was 16. I was with my boyfriend at that time. I was having weird feelings towards his sister; I was crushing hard on her. I finally told my boyfriend at that time I was in love with his sister. He understood. We have been together for 6 years and counting. We are getting married next fall. (F/22/Bi)
Story #2219
When I came out I texted my friend right before I went to bed (probably not the best idea). I then woke up to the best text from her saying she’d try her best to get my pronouns and new name right but it would just take some time to get used to. I was so happy and almost cried because I was scared I’d lose my best friend ever. (Non-binary/11/Asexual/bisexual)
Story #2215
When I came out to my friend, I told her I was bi, and she said, “What?” because she didn’t know what it meant. I told her it means I like boys and girls and she’s like, “OK.” Then, I made her swear not to tell anyone and she did so. My friends all are very supportive and the best friends I could ever ask for. (F/12/Bisexual)
Story #2213
When I came out to my best friend, she was so accepting and acted like I didn’t change at all. I told her I have a crush on her, and she didn’t seem to care. Again, she acted like I was the same friend she’s known since 2nd grade. I came out to my other friend and a little later, she came out to me as bi too. I haven’t told my parents yet, but I’m scared to death and I think my parents are biphobic. (F/12/Bisexual)
Story #2211
When I came out to my good friend a couple months ago, at 14, I wasn’t concerned because I knew they weren’t cis or straight. It was during lockdown so one day, I just randomly texted, “you know I’m not straight, right?” They said, “yup, had a feeling” and then we talked about labels. I’m really lucky to be friends with them; we helped each other with our own identities and talk about random queer things. This is the second person I’ve come out to and am currently planning on telling my older brother (also over text) in a couple of days. Please wish me luck and know that you are loved. (F/15/Bi)
Story #2207
When I came out to my sister as Nonbinary, she accepted me right away and asked me for my pronouns. I told her the pronouns were they/them. She told me she could help me with the money for bottom surgery, and I’ve been thankful ever since! (Nonbinary/demiboy/12/Bisexual/pansexual/asexual)
Story #2202
When I came out, it was bittersweet. My friend was fine (found out she was lesbian), but I wish I didn’t tell my parents yet. They blocked everything. Yeah, it sucks, but they took it better than I thought they would, and now I sleep a little easier. (Questioning/Bi)