I just came out to my dad via text message. I get too emotional if I talk in person about this stuff. He had a positive response, but is hurt because I should have told him earlier. I just wanted to tell you guys I'm Free!! Finally
The question now is, How on earth am I suppose to get over being scared? I've spent so long on mental and emotional lock down that it's kind of overwhelming.
Congratulations! And with regards to 'get over' being scared, maybe focus on the positive and the fact that your dad reacted positively. When you talk with him in person, explain to him why you felt afraid to say it before and talk a little bit about it. It's okay to get emotional, I sure did, hahaha.
