Hi all. So I decided today to post on FB that I'm not nearly as straight as people think I am. Changed my profile pic to the bi color heart, then posted a message saying happy valentine's day, followed by a link to the meaning of the bi colors. And now I'm pretty much going to avoid contact with anyone til monday, because i am worried about the replies I'm going to get from certain people (mostly family). In looking for a safe place to talk, i found this website. I'm just a little bit freaking out.
Hi welcome That's a pretty courageous thing to do! Don't freak out. You might be pleasantly surprised by some people's reactions and others might just need some time to adjust to the news.
Congratulations. I wish i had the courage to do that... I'd probably freak out too, but i wish you the best of luck and everyone receives it well, and you can be on your way to a happier you. (!)
Thank you. I have peeked at the comments, and they have been kind, though I noticed that none of my family has acknowledged it. Guess I shouldn't be surprised lol.
Whoa, that's just what happened to me! Everyone outside of my family was completely supportive of it, but there was just nothing from the family at all. Frankly I was expecting to start World War III, not be met with total silence. But so far so good, so here's hoping your post goes okay too!
:welcome: to EC! You are very brave to do that. I fear the backlash. Since coming out to a few friends and the people at school, I've even shied away from FB. A positive thing to note is that you may find from people who you didn't think would support and vice versa. In short, you may gain a better understanding of who's truly on your side.
I did a similar thing. Secret group that announced my gayness. The family still doesn't know, but a hundred people sure do. You went far more public...obviously, you're braver than I am.
I'm considering doing the same. I'm really interested in those who have done a FB announcement, how has your experience been. Thank you for sharing, and I really admire your bravery! (*hug*)
I'm planning to create a new Facebook under the name I decide on and putting a post up explaining that I'm trans. It just seems like the best way to come out to a lot of people and by adding them and having them have to accept my request I'll know if they've seen it. . I hope your family have taken it okay, if they still haven't acknowledged it maybe bring it up with them? Ask if they've seen it because walking on egg shells around them wondering what they know is exhausting.
