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Scared to act as a boyfriend

Discussion in 'Family, Friends, and Relationships' started by Alexrocks1253, May 10, 2016.

  1. Alexrocks1253

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    I'm scared to act as my boyfriend's boyfriend in school because I have a fear that they might bully me or even worse, him.:confused: I would LOVE some advice!(*hug*)
    (I apologize for being so talkative...)
     
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    Ha! No problem:slight_smile:
    It depends on where you are and how likely you think being bullied is. Is your school homophobic at all? Do you go to a mixed school or an all boys school?

    There are a lot of factors that need considering
     
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    I go to a mixed school that has a GSA. IDK if it's homophobic or not...
     
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    You will forever have that fear unless you face it, I'm afraid.

    Talk to your partner and decide together if you want to come out. Perhaps you can involve some of your good friends. If they already know, they can be a positive buffer and support. If they don't, tell them separately.

    Most importantly, though, you should discuss with your partner to decide whether both of you are ready to come out like this.
     
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    Ok. I'll see what he thinks. I've mostly come out to many of my classmates, so I just need him to do the same so that we can have an open relationship.
     
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    Looks like you came up with a good plan without me.

    Best of luck to you and your bf. I hope everything goes well:slight_smile:
     
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    Just as long as you don't pressure him because you 'need him to'.
    Coming out is one of those things that is deeply personal and can be massively traumatic if its done at the wrong time for the wrong reasons.
     
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    I mean, from the information given about your school I think you'd get a decent reaction.
    How did your classmates react when you came out to them?
    Also, make sure your boyfriend is ready to come out!
     
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    My classmates were like "Oh, cool. We don't care."
     
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    Some people may be rude, but most people are so obsessed with their own lives (and how others are viewing them) to care much for you. What does your boyfriend think about this? Does he have his own worries? One positive thing is that you have each other as supports if you experience homophobia.
     
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    School? You will break up. This relationship won't last. You might as well focus on your studies.

    If you really want to date and explore, to satisfy whatever, then go on. For your safety just don't advertise it. We are not living in good world right now.
     
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    He has anxiety and gets panic attacks sometimes, so he does worry a lot. His parents are divorced and constantly fight over him... I feel bad for him...
     
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    If he's happy to do it then you can too :slight_smile: you were brave enough to come out so go for it
     
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    Ok. Thanks, guys! :slight_smile: