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I'm scared to come out to my family.

Discussion in 'Coming Out Advice' started by Chloeanneja, Jul 8, 2016.

  1. Chloeanneja

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    Hi there (^-^)/
    About a year ago, I came to terms with the fact that I'm a lesbian. I came out to my best friend, and she was very supportive. Latter, I came out to all my friends with the help of my best friend.
    But, I've been putting off coming out to my family for about half a year now because of how scared I am. My parents are like the parents you see in videos, where they disown their children for 'denying God' or something. I'm scared that I'll be kicked out and have no place to go.
    I don't know what I should do...:help:
     
  2. YuriBunny

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    Hey, if there's a chance you'll be kicked out, don't come out until you can support yourself. (*hug*)
     
  3. britishatheart

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    Yuri's right. Your first priority should be your safety. The time will come, eventually, when it will be safe for you to come out to your family-- but if that time isn't now, then don't. Until then, we're all here for you! (&&&)
     
  4. mvp 447

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    I must agree, priority 1 is safety. You're a brave and special person, so don't let that fear make you anxious; you'll get through this.