Difference between revisions of "Come Out As Gay or Lesbian"

{{fa}}You have [[Know if You Are Gay|realised your sexuality]], and have [[Accept That You Are Gay|accepted it]], and now you have decided to come out of the closet. You may want to stop and [[Think Ahead|think]] about whether you are doing the right thing by confiding in certain people at this point. The key is to know if you are ready, then choose the first people you tell for their potential as positive supporters, and then decide whether or not you would like some of your more casual acquaintances to know. If you are in a [[Have a Gay or Lesbian Relationship|gay or lesbian relationship]], your partner will be able to support you.

{{fa}}You have [[Know if You Are Gay|realised your sexuality]], and have [[Accept That You Are Gay|accepted it]], and now you have decided to come out of the closet. You may want to stop and [[Think Ahead|think]] about whether you are doing the right thing by confiding in certain people at this point. The key is to know if you are ready, then choose the first people you tell for their potential as positive supporters, and then decide whether or not you would like some of your more casual acquaintances to know. If you are in a [[Have a Gay or Lesbian Relationship|gay or lesbian relationship]], your partner will be able to support you.

== Steps ==

== Steps ==

#  Realize that you're making a [[Be Brave|brave]] choice, and you will be much [[Be Happy|happier]] in the long run than if you tried to hide it. Nothing is more important than being positive about your sexuality. Before expecting others to do so, [[Accept That You Are Gay|Learn to accept yourself]] - if you are not comfortable with the idea of being publicly gay, [[Date a Bisexual Person|bisexual]] or lesbian, think about it thoroughly. Not everyone is ready to let go of old prejudices, but by coming out and being a visible member of the [[Give Back to the Community|community]], you're making a difference in creating social change and acceptance. Although others may initially feel uncomfortable or [[Fill Awkward Silences|awkward]] with your disclosure, the happiest and most authentic [[Love Life|life]] is only possible if you are open with those around you.

#  Realize that you're making a [[Be Brave|brave]] choice, and you will be much [[Be Happy|happier]] in the long run than if you tried to hide it. Nothing is more important than being positive about your sexuality. Before expecting others to do so, [[Accept That You Are Gay|Learn to accept yourself]] - if you are not comfortable with the idea of being publicly gay, [[Date a Bisexual Person|bisexual]] or lesbian, think about it thoroughly. Not everyone is ready to let go of old prejudices, but by coming out and being a visible member of the [[Give Back to the Community|community]], you're making a difference in creating social change and acceptance. Although others may initially feel uncomfortable or [[Fill Awkward Silences|awkward]] with your disclosure, the happiest and most authentic [[Love Life|life]] is only possible if you are open with those around you.