When I came out it was at a party last weekend. I was drunk, and one of my friends went on my phone and saw my photos! I just said it there and then and everyone was so nice and gave me hugs. My male best friend still loves me, and we have even become closer. A huge weight has been lifted off my shoulder — only my parents left! (M/18/Gay)
Story #1742
When I came out it was on Friday at a party. One of my friends went on my phone and found some photos of shirtless guys. So I just confessed right there and then. It could not have gone any better, got so many hugs and kind words, and my best friend who is straight doesn’t care and is super supportive. So happy! (M/19/Gay)
Story #1737
When I came out as gay at 14, I was so scared… My mom is the first person to find out my orientation… I was scared about her reaction because we are living in a post-communist country… Now I have a relationship with an awesome guy. My mom asks me when I’m going to marry him but the law doesn’t accept gay marriage… A story with a happy end 🙂 (M/18/Gay)
Story #1729
When I came out I first did it in front of my parents and siblings when I was 25, and they were very accepting although I wasn’t sure how they will get it. Four years later I came out to my bigger family and friends online and that went a little less smooth and some decided to distance themselves, but I guess it gets better in time and also you meet new friends as you go on with life. (M/29/Gay)
Story #1719
When I came out it was to my friends and little brother. It was Christmas evening and we had just finished hanging out and exchanging gifts, and as they were leaving they were talking about girls or something and then one of them asked if I was straight. I looked at them blankly, not knowing what to say, but I knew I couldn’t say yes ’cause it would be obvious I was unsure or lying. Then I said, “I guess I’m coming out now.” They were all surprised but really accepting. They acted like they didn’t care but in a good way. I was really happy that night and fell asleep with a smile on my face. But the best part is that I don’t have to lie or be uncomfortable when they ask if I like this girl or if I think this girl is cute or something. (M/19/Gay)
Story #1718
When I came out it was to a theatre group chat. I basically said, “Guys, I found Narnia!” And someone asked “Where?” And so I said, “In the closet. Surprise, I’m gay!” And everyone was really accepting! Still haven’t told my family though, haha. (M/15/Gay)
Story #1716
When I came out on the 22nd to my parents, they didn’t accept that I was gay. They blamed it on “hormones” and that I’m “only 15.” It really made me sad and is still hurting me; living a lie and hating myself is not fun. I wish they were more accepting. [I’ve told a friend at school, a cousin, a sibling, and 2 other people irl] (M/15/Gay)
Story #1704
When I came out was when I got together with my boyfriend. We had been flirting earlier in the day and became a thing over text. That night, my dad saw our texts and figured out everything and forced me to out myself to my mom. I came out to my friends at lunch the next day when he visited me while skipping out on his class. My friends have been nothing but fun and supportive and I am so happy that I have them. (M/14/Gay)
Story #1699
When I came out, my best friends were all really supportive and every single one told me, “You’re still you, I love you no matter what.” I initially told my parents I was bi and they’re really supportive and still love me unconditionally, but my mom’s first (not appropriate) reaction was “I just want you to be safe with AIDS and all of that stuff.” I’m sure she’ll get used to it… (M/17/Biromantic Homosexual)
Story #1696
When I came out it was to my cousin. He and I were very close; we consider ourselves brothers. I knew without a doubt that he’d accept me. We even talked once that we would if one of us turned out to be gay. When I did he was ecstatic and so proud that I embraced who I truly was. Now on to my parents! (M/18/Gay)