When I came out, I was 12 when I told my friends that I was trans, and they said, “Oh that’s cool” but still always called me a girl and used my birth name. I told my parents on the 4th November 2018 and they kicked me out of the house. I’m back home now though, and my mom’s coming around, although my step-dad thinks it’s a massive joke (he thinks the same about my anxiety and depression). I suffer with really bad dysphoria but I haven’t self-harmed since 12th October and I’m very proud of myself. I now get called my preferred name and pronouns at school but my peers are transphobic and bully me. (Male [FtM]/13/Heterosexual)
Story #1964
When I came out it was to my best friend this Halloween. We were trick or treating when we saw this really cute boy passing out candy. My friend whispered, “He’s so hot” to me, and when we left the doorstep and were walking to the next house she said that she wished I was gay so we could both talk about boys together. I was super nervous to tell her but I did about ten minutes later and she was so happy for me. Best Halloween EVER!! (M/12/Gay)
Story #1950
When I came out I wrote my mum a letter. My friend S helped me write it on video chat, and we were both crying. She was saying that she was forever proud of me, and I am so grateful for her. My mum read it late in the night after I placed it. She spoke to me the next morning, and told me that she loves me for who I am, and nothing will change that. (M/21/Queer)
Story #1942
When I came out I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was outdoors with a couple of my friends for a school fundraiser and they were messing around asking dumb questions. One of them eventually turned to me and asked me rapid fire questions such as ” Do you have a girlfriend” and “Do you have a boyfriend?” Eventually I cracked and said I was bi. One of my closer friends was confused and said, “I don’t have many LGBTQ friends.” At the time I had a crush and I was about 80 percent sure that he wasn’t completely straight, so I said that he could possibly be gay. It turns out he wasn’t, but we’re still friends. The original people that I told that I was bi eventually leaked the tea to some of my other friends and now the majority of my friend group knows. I’ve yet to come out to my parents and, even though my family is atheist, I’m scared. (M/13/Bi)
Story #1941
When I came out to one of my friends today we were talking about the LGBT community and he asked me if I had something to tell him. I naturally said no and asked him why. He had thought I was gay. I refused to tell him the truth. A few hours later I texted him and told him I lied and that I was really bi. He laughed, said that he would always support me and made a dumb joke. (M/17/Bi)
Story #1938
When I came out to my friends, we were at a sleepover and were playing truth or dare. It was my turn and I chose truth. One of my friends asked me what my biggest secret was. My heart started beating really fast and I got very nervous. I knew that If I didn’t tell them now, then I would regret it for the rest of my life, so I told them. They were so supportive and one of them even came out as bi. Family is next. (M/15/Gay)
Story #1937
When I came out I did it on social media. I received many positive responses from friends and acquaintances and no negatives. This has given much happiness and peace of mind because I’ve finally accepted that I’m gay, I know others know, and I am free to be who I truly am. (M/67/Gay)
Story #1935
When I came out to my friends they told me that it was obvious for them and they have really supported me to come out hence. It backlashed from my family but my tutors have really supported me. One of them even has opened her house to my boyfriend. (M/23/Bi)
Story #1934
When I came out it was first to my best friend. She was extremely supportive and even brought me snacks the next day to “celebrate” my coming out 🙂 She was also next to me when I told my guy best friend that I was gay (not gonna lie, that was by far the hardest), but turns out I’ve had great friends for the past couple of years 🙂 (M/17/Gay)
Story #1930
When I came out as gay, I told my best friend. She started crying, and I told her about the guy that I have liked since I was 8. She hugged me and told me that she loved me for who I am. She is bisexual, and she is amazing. (M/15/Gay)