Confuddled

[xXMajor_PancakesXx]

So my friend just came out to me as bisexual right? And I really want him to tell other people... I've been trying to encourage him to come out like I did, but he says he doesn't want to make a big deal out of it. My personal opinion is that he's scared. What should I do?

[Elysium]

Nothing. Don't do anything. Seriously. It's his sexuality, his identity, and ultimately, his choice. If you're worried that he's scared, reassure him when and where necessary, but don't push him to do anything he's not comfortable with. If I were you, I wouldn't intervene at all.

[Abyssal Echo]

I agree with Elysium Don't do anything. Be there to support and reassure him but, do not push him to do anything he's not ready to do.

[CosmicNoodle]

Nothing. Don't do anything. Seriously. It's his sexuality, his identity, and ultimately, his choice. If you're worried that he's scared, reassure him when and where necessary, but don't push him to do anything he's not comfortable with. If I were you, I wouldn't intervene at all.

Exactly. DO, NOT, PUSH. It's a very sensitive thing that takes a long time to come to terms with and become confident with. Allow him to do it at his own rate, for all you know he may never come out, it's all up to him, the ball is in his pitch when it comes to this.

[xXMajor_PancakesXx]

I'm just really worried. He's been a little depressed lately. I remember before I came out, I hated it, and when I did come out I felt so free and amazing. And yeah, I know I'm not him, but for me coming was the best decision I ever made... I just want what's best for him...

[Elysium]

Then tell him that, ask if there's anything you can do to help, and if he says no, then leave it at that. His experience may not parallel yours at all, so don't assume that it will.

[HockeyLovesMe]

I'm just really worried. He's been a little depressed lately. I remember before I came out, I hated it, and when I did come out I felt so free and amazing. And yeah, I know I'm not him, but for me coming was the best decision I ever made... I just want what's best for him...

I totally agree with elesium... he has to come out at his own pace not urs... my best friend just came out to me as kinda liking guys but I don't even bug him about it because its his life... not all people are the same so just let him do what he wants but its really great that u are there for his support... I am sure he appreciates it! :)

[xXMajor_PancakesXx]

Ok, I get it. Now I kind of realized I sound like an overprotective mother lol. Thanks you guys! That helped a lot

[JamesSuperBoy]

Ok, I get it. Now I kind of realized I sound like an overprotective mother lol. Thanks you guys! That helped a lot

For now be content that he trusts you - that is huge so just be the friend.

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