Monday, 20 June 2011

How to Tell to Your Parents That You Are Gay

Some parents can be very open-minded and some can be very close-minded. When you confess something to them, they can have various emotional reactions. They can be angry, they can be mad, they can be stressed or they can also be happy. It depends on what your parents are really like. Sometimes, admitting your true identity can be very difficult. It is best that you know your parents before even trying to admit something.
Admitting that you are gay is not an easy confession. It takes so much courage to tell your parents about it. This can be very dramatic; especially if they have known you differently in the past and that they have expected something different from what you are now. There is nothing wrong when it comes to telling the truth. This can even bring your relationship into a higher level.
If you are struggling on telling them the truth, then this article is definitely for you. Here are some ways to tell your parents that you are gay:
1. Plan all the things you need to say - After planning out when and where you are going to tell your parents about it, it is this time that you need to plan out all the things you need to say. Do not make a script just to tell them exactly what you want them to know. Make things lighter and natural. Try to anticipate their possible reactions because you know your parents well already. Make sure that you say the things in calm and a peaceful environment. Avoid any triggering situations that may heighten up their emotions and feelings towards it. Say it in a relaxed manner, so as not to further surprise them.
2. Have someone or a friend to be with you - If you do not have enough courage and guts to tell them all by yourself, try to bring someone who can be with you during this time. You can ask a close friend or one of the family members to be there for you. If worse comes to worse, your friend or relative can help you in convincing and encouraging your parents to understand your situation. They can be in the best position to comfort and support you.Dating Mag  Dating Advice 
3. Give them time to accept it - It is very important that you give your parents time to accept it. It can be very difficult for them to accept it at this time. No matter how disappointing their reactions can be, allow them to have more time to think through it.
No matter how upsetting their reactions can be, always think that you are still a family. No matter what and who you are, they will always be there to accept you unconditionally.

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