1. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn More.

How exactly should I come out to a friend

Discussion in 'General Support and Advice' started by InTheCloset16, Jan 30, 2015.

  1. InTheCloset16

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jan 28, 2015
    Messages:
    29
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Virginia
    Gender:
    Male
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    i think that I'm gonna try to come out to one of my closest friends, I've tried before but always chickened out, could anyone maybe help me with some tips for coming out to my friend
     
  2. Andrew99

    Full Member

    Joined:
    Nov 13, 2013
    Messages:
    3,402
    Likes Received:
    8
    Location:
    Milwaukee
    Gender:
    Male
    Gender Pronoun:
    He
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    Out Status:
    Some people
    Text them.
     
  3. InTheCloset16

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jan 28, 2015
    Messages:
    29
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Virginia
    Gender:
    Male
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    I would kind of rather do it in person, and it's 1 in the morning here
     
  4. Blazer97

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Jan 29, 2015
    Messages:
    28
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    GeorgeTOwn
    Gender:
    Genderqueer
    Sexual Orientation:
    Lesbian
    U can start off with a question " do u hate gays ? " Or u take a couple for example and u both can discuss about them. If things seem fine u can start asking questions like " what if u're gay? " " What if ur fren's gay" ? And then maybe u can come out finally :slight_smile:
     
  5. Seige

    Full Member

    Joined:
    May 23, 2014
    Messages:
    306
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Alaska, U.S.A.
    I always asked what their opinion on homosexuality was, I mean, no point in coming out to friends who will be hostile. Then, if they were accepting, Id come out to them, and tell them thst they should feel free to ask any questions theyd like, as long as they wernt suoer rude. Then give them time. So that they can think it over. Its really hard, but you can do it! :slight_smile: best of luck (*hug*)
     
  6. Monraffe

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    May 2, 2014
    Messages:
    418
    Likes Received:
    14
    Gender:
    Male
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    Out Status:
    Out to everyone
    I agree, you should try and find out how they feel about gays in general first and gage your approach accordingly. If they are a close friend they may feel a sense of having been deceived by you for your not having come out to them earlier. If this is a possibility then definitely do it in person otherwise they might really feel betrayed. Assume it will go well but be prepared to defend yourself just in case. But don't be defensive either. Make it a positive event, which is what it is. Coming out means sharing an important side of yourself with people you care about and most of the time it brings friends closer together. So don't start off by saying, "I hope you don't hate me for this..." Instead make it something like, "I've realy grown to trust you and I think it's time I shared something about myself with you..."
     
  7. Andrew99

    Full Member

    Joined:
    Nov 13, 2013
    Messages:
    3,402
    Likes Received:
    8
    Location:
    Milwaukee
    Gender:
    Male
    Gender Pronoun:
    He
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    Out Status:
    Some people
    Ya that's a good idea see where there stance on gay rights is and if its good then kick down the closet door!
     
  8. Pine

    Pine Guest

    Joined:
    Nov 6, 2014
    Messages:
    186
    Likes Received:
    0
    Gender:
    Male
    Sexual Orientation:
    Gay
    Out Status:
    A few people
    yaoi. Then she'll beg you to be gay.
     
  9. Seige

    Full Member

    Joined:
    May 23, 2014
    Messages:
    306
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Alaska, U.S.A.
    Uhm what?