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Coming Out Was... A Success

Discussion in 'Coming Out Stories' started by absvrdity, Apr 8, 2015.

  1. absvrdity

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    I decided to come out to my mom and my step-dad today, which was the most scariest thing I've done in my life. But, they ended up accepting me. Nothing has changed. They're not acting any different from how they usually are, if anything, they're more happier now that I told them a secret I've been hiding for a couple of years.

    I just wish that my Mom would stop calling it a "phase", but she said if I do end up really being gay, she will love me no less. My Step-Dad had a better response, he really didn't care at all. He has gay friends... and so does my Mom (them telling me that would've made this a lot easier).

    So, to anyone who hasn't come out yet: All it takes is 5 seconds of courage. I wrote my Mom a letter, sent it to her by email, and it only took (really less than) 5 seconds to click that send button and get her reaction.

    I understand that not everyone has the same parents as me, but I feel so much relief than keeping that a secret from them. If I could, I would rewind back to the point to where I was sure I was gay, and just tell them the same day.

    I would also like to thank everyone on here for giving me the courage to come out. :icon_bigg:icon_bigg
     
  2. Winter Maiden

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    I'm so happy that coming out went well for you (':! (*hug*)
     
  3. absvrdity

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    Thanks, Unicorn Queen!
     
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    Glad to hear it went well, give it a few months and she'll soon realise it's not a "phase" :slight_smile:
     
  5. absvrdity

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    Thanks, Foz haha You're correct lol
     
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    I wish I could be so brave! Thanks for sharing!
     
  7. hephzibah

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    Congratulations! I'm glad it was a good experience for you!
     
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    I'm glad it went so well!
     
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    So happy for you! Congratulations! My parents reacted in a similar way so, I can totally relate. Glad it went so well for you <3
     
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    Congratulations!
     
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  12. absvrdity

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    Thanks everyone!! :slight_smile:
     
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    Congratulations, well done!
     
  14. absvrdity

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    Thank you, greatwhale! :slight_smile: