When I came out, it wasn’t intentional. My parents found out that I was both bi and trans through reading texts I had sent my other friends. They didn’t take it well, and said some pretty awful stuff. But I have now had the courage to come out to more people and be more open about my identity, since it was my parents holding back in the first place. I feel a lot freer now.
Story #1291
When I came out, I had been anxious and stressing about it for days. Finally, when my mom was in the shower, I cracked the door open and said, “Mom? Would you hate me if I felt transgender?” She said, “No, why would I hate you?” I begin HRT in a couple of weeks (MtF/just turned 16).
Story #1240
When I came out as transgender (17, MtF) last month, my parents reacted terribly, saying that as long as I was under their roof, I was not going to be a girl. They said that me being trans is a mistake that I could make when I’m older. My stepdad said, and I quote, “Your life as a girl is over.” Now I’m scared to even try to be myself.
Story #1232
When I came out as trans me and my mom cried. She said she loved me no matter what and I thought that meant she’d support me, but now I’m not so sure. She keeps dead naming me and my dysphoria is killing me but at least my friends still support me.
Story #1227
When I came out, I had been trying to for almost 3 years. When I finally told my mum today, she immediately asked me if I wanted to buy a binder. I never thought that I would be able to come out, but I finally did (and still feel light-headed!) Yay for coming out! You can do it, you wonderful person, you!
Story #1213
When I came out to myself I was 42. It was a relief to know why my life has been such am unhappy struggle. I doubt I will ever tell anyone else, because I have nowhere I can go and restart my life. (FtM/Asexual trans)
Story #1198
When I came out, my mom told me at least I hadn’t told her I was a stick of celery instead of not a girl.
Story #1178
When I came out, I told my best friend first. I thought I was gay at the time, but I now realize I’m bi. She was incredibly supportive and I love her for that. (Trans male/13/Bi)
Story #1165
When I came out I was at an event with over 300 others. I posted my coming out status to Facebook and within 10 minutes I had already received 50 comments and texts of congrats from people. (FtM/16 at the time)