How did you get the courage to come out? I’m too scared

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Update: Told my parents and got hugs from them! Honestly surprised but very relieved as well :)

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So happy for you!!

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I told my mom but she didn’t handle it well, so I went back in the closet for another 2 years. Came out to the rest of my family via my wedding save-the-dates 😏

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Unfortunately her’s I feel was more of “what will other people think??”

When it got too hard to carry the burden anymore. I was in rural Georgia and 16. It was 2003. It was a long struggle but I’ve never regretted it. You are stronger than you think. It’s hard growing up gay in a heteronormative world. Please reach out if you need to talk!!

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Rural GA represent 👏

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This post was met with so much kindness. You all inspire me. I’m having dinner with my parents tomorrow. I’m going to tell them!

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Thank you! :)

Scared regarding family or friends?

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Wish you all the best!!

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Hope it goes well!

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It’s your life and you have the right to be happy. Your parents will understand and be proud of everything you have done.

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I haven't told my family.

...my parents voted for Trump, are against abortion, Catholic, limited education. Growing up, they made any anti-gay comments. We all came to the US as refugees many years ago. Don't think they would ever really understand.

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