I came out to my Mom a couple weeks ago, now she insists that I was lying to her and that I cannot possibly be gay. I've convinced her to come to a counseling meeting with myself and my therapist. Any advice on what to say to her to make her understand I'm not confused, or lying to her?
For you, consistency is important. You need to demonstrate to your Mom that you are not going to waver or brood endlessly over your sexuality. You have examined your heart and mind and you realise this is who you are. Your Mom is going through a process that most parents of LGBT children go through and it will surely take her time. She is at denial stage. If you click the resources tab at the top of this page you will see a whole section on coming out (for parents). Have a read as it will help you understand where your Mom is at right now. Hard as it may be for you, she needs time. If she is open to the idea, it may help her to contact PFLAG.
Thanks PatrickUK, I'm trying to see it from her point of view, and see what she's going through, it's hard to picture it from her side.
Also, give her this video to watch. Sometimes it's good for her to hear from other parents. LEAD WITH LOVE FILM
