Easy way to come out?

[Zezzle]

First of all i havent came out to anyone and im hoping there is a way i can be less scared to tell my mom. Ive been practicing saying im gay in my room a few times trying to make it feel more natural and less embarrassing. I still feel like i can't tell her directly though so i figured maybe instead i could just drop hints. Im not really sure what they would be though, in the back of my mind im even wondering if thats better than just blurting it out directly. I guess i just want her to kinda already know before i actually say it so she wont be shocked or overreact :(

[Skyhawk]

If you're going to drop hints you may as well start lisping. Hinting may not get you far, and in my opinion I would only come out when the time comes, and when that time comes you know it. If its uncomfortable for you then maybe you aren't ready to come out yet.

A good way would be to mention it if the topic of homosexuality or gay rights comes up, and you just slip it in there.

Is your family homophobic?

[NikosamA98]

You could just write letter or tell her in a phone call

[teen.jpg]

First, get a good take on their views on homosexuality.

If it's good, then just tell them. They'll understand.

If it's bad, just weigh out the consequences you'll face by telling them.

[chargersfan]

Well for starters there really isn't an easy way to come out, regardless of how you think your parents will react and how they actually react telling them is always going to be hard.

That being said, maybe try telling other people first before your parents, like a friend or sibling or cousin or somebody who you think will be the most accepting and you feel close enough to them to tell them. Then work your way up to your parents.

[Zelder]

"I'm gay"

Done.

[Magenta]

Write a letter or send a text. One is a bit more casual than the other. Casual is something some people prefer. Sometimes being too formal makes it feel like you're admitting something bad. But you're not so go with what feels most casual to you. A text, a little note, a quick phone call or just maybe give your mum a hug and say you have something to tell her.

[Zezzle]

they somehow ended up seeing my post on here so.....yeah....
thanks anyways guys
:(

[Hermes96]

ah yer that is rearly not the best way for it to happen iv'e been there

[DepartInSecret]

There is not really an easy way sadly... I would suggest telling her in person. Whilst it is not as easy it is much more personal.
The first time is always hardest... It gets easier.

[Josh from SoCal]

I am bi and I only told my brother and he was fine with it. My best friend found out (unrelated third party) and he freaked at first then chilled. My parents know know. I'm scared to tell them. My brother says he thinks they probably already know. "Parents know more about us than we think."

[Jungle]

Well, I had a notebook of secrets and being bisexual was one of them. just before I left to go somewhere with some friends, I remembered I left it on my bed, open. When i got back it was on my dads desk, open. :P So there's one, accidental, way for you!

[Luminous]

they somehow ended up seeing my post on here so.....yeah....
thanks anyways guys
:(

Well now they know.

[Suave]

I'm straight but I was bi or gay, knowing me I'd just drop it if it was mentioned or if I was asked. I don't know if you have a mom like this but is she says something to up like "Oh she's cute" Just let her know about. If you're in school just come out at anytime, unless your school if full of assholes then your fine. Chances are it will get around the school or among people pretty fast then fade about. I've seen it happen recently and no one cared, and he's even on my football team and everyone still likes him.

[justin 13]

My dad is not ready for this news. I will come out in college.

[ChrisKid]

If you're looking for someone to talk to about it, tell your closest friend thats a girl. She will no doubt be very helpful and is someone who you can tell everything you're feeling. Then gradually tell the rest of yout friends as you feel the time is right. As with parent, havent got that far yet but just wait until you think the time is right!

[Josh from SoCal]

Same situation pretty much. Except I told my older brother who is in college that I'm bi. He was totally chill about it. But he said he wanted to be home if/when I tell my parents. I'm seriously thinking about waiting until college to bring it up but then I lose out on being able to see whoever I want openly.

If someone figures out a good way to tell parents, I'm all ears. I def dont think writing a letter or leaving a phone message is the right way. I sure as hell wouldn't want my parents to tell me something huge that way. I'd want them to tell me to my face.

[Twilly F. Sniper]

I'd drop small hints at first, if she doesn't get outraged, tell her, and hope she won't be mad at you. (She likely won't in that case)

[SawyerSauce]

Wear a big rainbow spandex bodysuit and prance singing, "I'm so gay!"

Really, I should do that for myself. That sounds awesome!

But honestly, I think the easiest way would to leave post-it notes around the house for each person. It's non-confronting and lowers anxiety.