Coming out...

[guysimfabulous]

So I've got a question

How can I come out? I can't live in the closet anymore. I really want to be out. I am Transgender FtM, but haven't transitioned yet, and I'm gay. (I identify as a man, and like men.) I am out to my mom who has agreed to keep it from my dad who is a republican mormon, and I'm sure most of you know how they are to the LGBT community.

Let me back you up on my family...
I grew up in a Mormon home. My mom is agnostic, my dad is a serious mormon, my grandpa is the bishop, which sucks. They are republican and I don't know why, but most are not supportive.

But I really need help. I have a boyfriend, we are serious, and we've been dating for 1 1/2 years. My dad doesn't have a clue and my mom knows. I just really need my dad to atleast know, that way I am not hiding from him. I would rather be hated for what I am than loved for someone I'm not. :blowup: :Gay:



Strip away the fear, underneath it's all the Same Love.

[Elysium]

Relationships and Dating :arrow: Teen Sexuality and Gender

[Kup kakes]

That is a tricky one. Ever hear of the saying (what they don't know wont hurt them)? that really applies to them. I think your mom was good enough.

[Perfectly Flawed]

I'm going to completely honest. Based on my experience and the ones around me the best way to come out is to just do it. Find an appropriate time and have a proper discussion with your father and explain why you feel the way you do and ask him if he has any questions or concerns and respectfully answer him. Remember that most people aren't knowledgeable about transgender issues and will need time learn about your gender and to get accustomed to using male pronouns when talking about you.

[tide23]

You must be from Utah?

Just come out and be with confidence!