Why should I? Why shouldn't I?

[The Joker]

So, I was just thinking of coming out to my school. In your opinion, what are some great things that could happen as a result of this? Why should I come out?

On the other side, what are some bad things that could happen? Why should I wait? Also, do you think coming out on Facebook is a good or a bad idea?

[Mortal Coil]

Depending on where you live, people may or may not be tolerant. If you live in a big city, people are modern thinkers and you should because you have nothing to lose and don't want to hide this part of you.
Don't come out on facebook, as not everyone will see it and people might think you're joking. Some bad things that could happen are that people start bullying you, if that stuff happens in your school. Your guy friends might become worried that you're attracted to them sexually and become really awkward around you.
Whatever you decide to do, all the best!

[DarkNick]

Your guy friends might become worried that you're attracted to them sexually and become really awkward around you.
Whatever you decide to do, all the best!
*while some other guys may start bullying you
Other than that it's the same with what evil.angel said! :)

Best of luck.
Nick

[danny7]

if u come out, u can finally express your true feelings with no worry that ppl ganna be like, he's gay, lol cuz u r if u come out!

[Electra Heart]

Well, for most people, a great pressure seems to be lifted off of them. Who you are is no longer a burdon, it's who you are. You're free. As for the downsides... some people can be quite intolerant. It really depends on what kind of environment you'd be exposed to if you came out. It really rests on that in the end, the decision is yours...

[ImCoolBeans]

As people stated above, your guy friends may begin to shy away in fear that you might want to make a move on them, even if that is not the case at all. People can make some cruel jokes, discriminate and bully. But if you're comfortable with it and you feel as if telling your friends/school is the right thing to do, go for it. I fully support your choice. Your friends could be very accepting, understanding and hopefully won't treat you any differently at all - that's how you know who your real friends are.

Do you know how your friends feel about homosexuals? Do they have a good outlook? Bad? Because that could help you predict how their reaction would be.

Good luck with whatever you choose to do! :)

[Abyssal Echo]

As people stated above, your guy friends may begin to shy away in fear that you might want to make a move on them, even if that is not the case at all. People can make some cruel jokes, discriminate and bully. But if you're comfortable with it and you feel as if telling your friends/school is the right thing to do, go for it. I fully support your choice. Your friends could be very accepting, understanding and hopefully won't treat you any differently at all - that's how you know who your real friends are.

Do you know how your friends feel about homosexuals? Do they have a good outlook? Bad? Because that could help you predict how their reaction would be.

Good luck with whatever you choose to do! :)

I'm with Dany and CoolBeans on this one :)

when I came out I lost some male so called friends they pointed and made nasty comments. so what at least now I can be me and no longer worry about being found out. like Dany I am out and proud.

I wish you all the best. but the decision is yours whether you come out or not.

[Donkey]

I came out to a few people i trust the most. It means I can talk to them more openly about stuff... I'd come out to my family for when I wanna invite someone over. I mean honestly I am waiting to come out to everyone but as long as there are no huge homophobes in your life it isn't a huge deal. Just takes some balls to get it over and done

[Abnormal]

Everybody at my school knows that I like women, and they have no problem with it. I consider myself to be one of the lucky few that aren't bothered by homophobic jackasses and the like. I would say, you should come out one person at a time, starting from your closest friends and moving outwards. Let me tell you something: nothing feels better than being open about your sexuality and it draws people who are the same towards you. Bad things that could happen as a result: people disliking you for being out of the closet, people trying to shove you back in, people looking at you differently because they always think that you're trying to come onto them, people being nervous around you in the locker rooms, etc. I would only wait until I was truly ready. And also, as for coming out on Facebook, only do it if you're sure you're going to get a better response that way.

[Riku16]

I'm the same but the only reason i havent come out yet is that there are people in my school that know my family, and I personally think I would knever be able to talk to my family, I know they'd be tolerant but it just wouldn't feel right. I've already come out to a few of my friends.

[northskater110]

The best thing that could happen is that everyone will be there for you!

[secondsight800]

I think its a good thing if you are 100% ready, if not its totally okay to wait. Its all up to you. There are good and bad things on both sides of the argument but I hear that coming out is a very good experience on a personal level and helps you better understand yourself to an extent. Doing it on Facebook is also a good idea, because you will get the word out to mostly everyone and you have a chance to comment on what people say about it..

[Daracon]

Some great things could be making some gay (I am assuming you are gay I apologize if you are not) friends, getting into a different crowd where you are socially accepted and feel that you are wanted, have an open relationship with another boy, and above all, have a weight lifted off of your shoulders! Some negative things would have to be bullying and/or homophobic students that make you feel bad about yourself and unwanted. You can get some real dandy religious nuts on your case lol! DO NOT post your coming out on facebook! It is probably the worst idea possible! You do not know you could read your post and what kind of feedback you could end up getting. Everyone is high and mighty and think they are right when they are behind a computer screen. Also be prepared for your coming out, make sure you are 100% ready mentally and emotionally. You will know when the time is right. I wish you good luck!! :D