It's flattering, but I immediately start panicking: How do I stop this?? I generally shy away from making blunt "I'm gay!" pronouncements. I also...
When I told my parents four years ago, it did not go great. One thing I'd do differently, that might help you - be very firm about what you're...
HUGE step! Nicely done. I love the stories that end with a thumbs-up from friends. Naked ones, even better.
If you work up the courage to come out to them, I bet they'll be pretty embarrassed by their behaviour. And, most importantly for you, stop. I...
I've tried to have serious conversations with them at various points over the last four years - the key message being, this is jeopardizing our...
As long as it was safe and consensual sex, I say you're fine.
I came out to my parents more than four years ago, when I got into a serious relationship, and they still think this must be a "phase." It's...
Most people struggle to come to terms with their sexuality, and for various lengths of time. It's completely normal. Don't feel guilty about it....
Have you ever asked him if he thinks he might be gay? It seems like you two are close enough that it wouldn't be a taboo conversation. Especially...
Congrats on coming out! It's totally normal to still be questioning exactly where you fall on the spectrum. Down the road, if your conclusion...
Welcome! I bet you'll find this place very helpful.
Welcome! I'm in the same boat, with having almost an entirely straight group of friends. I find this forum helps! PS Chicago is the greatest.
Just to echo the "it gets better" sentiment - it's a world of difference, moving from high school to college or university. Don't give up. There...
This line from him about putting other people "in an awkward position" is a strange take on things. In my experience, people felt happy to be...
I'm also an only child whose family has been pretty disappointing about the whole gay thing. It really, really hurts. About the only thing I've...
That's a tough one, because you want to give it a shot without ruining anything. I had a crush on my best friend when I was just starting to...
Thanks everybody! Lots of Canadians here, eh? Hope to get to know people better.
Hi there, all. Joining this forum because I don't know many gay people in my town in Ontario, even though I'm lesbian and in a long-term...
