I have decided to come out to my mom tomorrow. Things are looking up for her and she is really happy in her life right now. Opportunities have come her way after nearly a year of searching. So she's in a good mood and not stressed which is a huge part of what I have been waiting for. We will have the time to discuss it tomorrow as my brother will be in school and we will have plenty of time for an open dialogue. Wish me luck please. I'm terrified that I'll back out at the last second.
Totally bummed. I chickened out at the last second. I am so annoyed with myself that I couldn't spit the words out.
Hi there! That's alright. Remember that even if it didn't work, and held off with coming out, you have come one step closer. If you by chance find it too hard to talk to her about it, you could always try coming out in a letter, and leaving it for your mom to read. But you will be able to come out to your mom. (*hug*)
Dont be to hard on yourself, Its always much harder then we all give it credit for. Its easy to just say "do it" than to actually be the one to make it happen. You will be fine, and there is always next time!
Like Mirko said, you've gone one step closer so don't give up now! You might want to think of what you could do next time to make it easier for you - whether it's a change of setting (a different room, somewhere outside/inside, when it's dark or light outside, etc.) or a change in the way you deliver the message. For me the hardest thing has been to say the words like "gay" or "bisexual". I find it a lot easier to say something like "I (also) like girls". Somehow it doesn't sound as bad. It has worked for me until now. Whatever you do, keep us posted :icon_wink
I agree saying the word gay is the hardest part, Im planning to tell my mum next week by saying i have a date with a guy and just saying like like guys.
