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should I come out in text or in person?

Discussion in 'Coming Out Advice' started by Mattx, May 11, 2014.

  1. Mattx

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    I don't know if I should text or talk in person help.
     
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    I would suggest that you should go with whatever way you think is more comfortable for you.

    However, it might be better to talk to the person verbally. You will know how accepting they are, because it's hard to tell if the person's lying or not when it's a text.
    But if you are unsure if they'll be okay with it, texting could work, so you could be 'safer'.
    Just think about how their views about GLBT are, and you should know which way is better.
    And if you don't think you should come out, you can wait. There's no rush.

    Best of luck. :hug:
     
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    If you feel more comfortable texting then you should, however sometimes it's nice to see someone's reaction when you tell them.

    As difficult as it might be I would talk to them in person, but that is only if I feel comfortable with the person(s) in the first place.
     
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    Hi there! To whom are you trying to come out?

    As the posters above me have mentioned, choose the method you are most comfortable with. That said, there are times where you might want to come out in person - such as when coming out to your family - or through a letter as it would allow you to address any potential fears or worries much more easily.