Are Your Parents Ready for You to Come Out?

“I’m gay, and I just came out a few months ago. I have not told my parents, and I’m pretty scared to. I think being gay is normal, but I’m not sure if my parents think so, too. I’m not sure what to do. Should I tell them?”

—Hilary, 15, Canada

When I was coming out, I tried my best to avoid making the whole thing a big deal. When rumors started flying around school and town, I was desperate to make sure that I would be the one to tell my family. I finally came out to my parents, so I know how scary it can be no matter how accepting you think your parents or guardians are.

There’s no way to predict exactly how they will react, but here’s what I’ve learned about parents and guardians and whether they’re ready to get to know this important part of who you are:

Where Do Your Parents Stand on LGBT Issues?

If your parents or guardians support gay marriage or adoption by gay and lesbian people, chances are they may be supportive of you. Of course, having a son or daughter come out of the closet is completely different from supporting the rights of strangers. But knowing your parents’ or guardians’ opinions can help you determine whether they might be accepting of you.

Source: https://sexetc.org/info-center/post/parents-ready-come-out/