how can i tell my parents that im gay?
472138
tell your mom first then figure out how to tell everyone else.Your mom will still love you ,you always will be her baby.
253034
The sooner the better. They may be hurt or angry or confused - but the sooner you get it out there the sooner you can all talk about it and you won't have to feel like you are hiding it from them. It is too depressing when you can't be yourself completely - it depends on your parents and their personalities and beliefs as to how they might react...but the sooner you do it the better and the more time you will have to let them get used to it. They may want you to go to a counselor or talk to someone else about it. You need to do this because more than likely the counselor is going to be someone you can talk to openly and it is confidential- they can not tell your parents anything without your consent. And it is important that you have someone to talk to that you can trust. It will be an adjustment for your parents. Your parents may think they did something wrong to "make" you gay. They may be sad and think they will never have grandchildren, etc... They may believe that homosexuality is a choice and expect you to change your mind, or think it is a phase and think you will grow out of it. It is important that you are patient with them as they will have to work through their own feelings about the matter. But the sooner you talk to them about it the sooner you can all work on getting through it together.
187980
You should tell your parents. It is better for you to tell them than it would be for them to find out. Trust me on this one! Just tell them that he is more of a friend and try to explain to them your reasons. Ussual works.
767631
Does it sound ok to you?\n\nNot to me it doesn't. Tell your parents
890160
I knew from about the age of six.\nThere was a boy in my class at school that I always wanted to sit next to, but it never happened, and it was years later that I realised I had a 'crush' on him.\nI came out to my family when I was 18, but it didn't come as a surprise to them. I'd never shown any interest in girls (sexually), and they respected me for my honesty.\nI know it is not always easy to 'come out', and I would say that you should leave it for a few years in case it is just a 'phase' you are going through.\nMany men get sexual urges, and when you are going through puberty, your hormones are all over the place and experimentation (hand-jobs) is rife.\nIf you are certain you are gay, then tell a few close friends and if they show resistance, it is they who have a problem, not you.\nI hope you will not bow down to intollerance and ignorance, and find the courage to say who you are.\nI had one bad experience when I came out, and the man who didn't want to know me anymore now lives with his boyfriend in London!\nAll I can say to you is, you know the people around you, and you know yourself.\nIf you think they will be supportive, then be honest.\nFrankly, I'd be honest anyway and let them love you the way you are.
31163
Well tell them or him that if he wants you to respect them for being  gay, they should respect you fro being straight, and that they know that your not gay or intrested in them in the way they want u 2 b
342639
I know this is a difficult time for you, but just tell them.  If he or she is truly your friend - they will accept you and love you as they already do.  If not, then they were never really your friend anyway and you are better off without them.\n\nComing out is one of the hardest and anguishing experiences anyone can go through.  I was rejected by ALL my childhood "friends", even the 2 I fooled around with during our "experimental" stages, one of which is also gay, but closeted.\n\nDo not despair!  You will make new friends.  People who will accept you for who and what you are - regardless of your sexuality, colour of your skin or religion.  \n\nThis is the 21st century and people just need to get over their phobias and prejudices.  Life is too short.  Live each day like it's your last.  Have fun and enjoy it.  Just remember to always treat and respect yourself, others and especially nature - the same exact way you want to be treated and respected and all will be well.  And don't forget - just LIVE, LIVE, LIVE!
1050282
me bcuz i have gay parents
309423
You don't, you just say you're going out with some girlfriends.\n\nOr if your parents are homophobes, just say "Mom, I'm going out with this girl.. Okay bye =) "
648630
I don't think it's much of their parents business unless they choose a partner of the same sex and they don't want to hide it from their parents... If that's the case I would say just be honest about it. Parents love you for you and even if they get upset at first, they will learn to except it.
949697
If your not gay, you simply tell him. He'll be hurt, but he should know the truth.
1046624
I would NOT tell your friends about this.  You are only 15 and there is nothing wrong with being bi at all.  BUT your friends may turn into morons and tell everyone on the planet including your parents and it could make things awful for you!  Keep this to yourself for awhile!
690483
tell them you're gay.
730141
Tell your parents when they are both home.\n.Tell them when they are not busy\nOnce you start keep on going with it no matter what they so or how they react while telling them.\nBe understandable with their feelings....\n\n\n,
196552
Did you try telling them..If not just don't be anywhere near them alone. Tell your parents and take appropriate action.
299258
im a gay 16 year old goth and no one can tell that im gay. i have a normal deep voice i usualy go out and vandilize destroy  property and get drunk every weekend my parents allow it. listen to heavy and black metal. do things that can get me seriously injured and because of my dangerous way of life i guess people dont suspect me of being gay. so theres realy no certain way that you can tell.
157116
Tell him you are straight.