How to tell your family that you are gay

If you’re unsure how to tell your parents you’re gay, we can help. In this article, we’ll explore what to consider when coming out and how to prepare so you can have the most fruitful discussion possible.

There are many ways you can tell your family: The most common first step for many LGBTI is to confide in a sibling (if you have one), cousin, uncle or aunt; one who you feel will accept and support you in telling other family members. When you’re ready to tell your parents, you might want to start with the parent to whom you feel the closest.