Regardless, coming out to your parents is a different matter, and one that is highly personal. Your parents may be liberal and progressive, but that doesn't mean they'll be pleased with your news.
One of the most common lies that parents tell themselves is that their children decided to be lesbians. Our sexuality is frequently viewed as a lifestyle choice. So, how can you convey to them that you are who you are, that you want what you want, and that you would welcome their help?
Explain that you are the same person and that you still care about them. Let them know how much you value their acceptance and pay attention to what they have to say. It's possible that it'll bring up a lot of things that you and they don't want to hear.
"Why can't you just be normal?" says the narrator. Try not to respond with "What is normal?" no matter how tempted you are! Usually, answering questions with questions doesn't get you very far. You're a regular person, plain and simple.
Have faith in yourself, even if things appear challenging at first, especially if your parents were unaware. They could be surprised, annoyed, or even enraged. The key to assisting them in understanding is to express how you feel. This isn't always easy for us, especially if our parent-child ties are already strained. It's now or never to be mature and articulate! If it helps, write down what you want to say so you don't forget anything.
Making sure you have some support is perhaps one of the most crucial things you can do, especially if you believe your parents will have a negative reaction to your news, which can be quite traumatic. Perhaps you have confided in a friend or family member who could accompany you. If not, most cities offer lesbian helplines; call them and express your fears; it is something that many of us have experienced, and you should be able to get some helpful advise and support.
Whatever others may think, being a lesbian is nothing to be embarrassed of. You'll carve out your own path in life. If your parents' immediate reaction is unfavorable, allow them some time to adjust to the realization that their daughter has just told them something they don't like. Every family handles things differently, and it's frequently difficult to predict how people will react.
While some parents are incredibly forgiving, others are hurtful and rejecting. But you'll know you've given it your all.
