Top tips for coming out as gay to friends and family

There are many accounts of positive and emotional coming-out stories. Images of families rejoicing at the news of their child revealing their true identity. A positive coming-out experience happens for many; however, it is still one of the scariest experiences of their lives. The fear of hurting the ones we love the most by sharing something very personal to us and the constant risk that people might change how they treat and see us. Though it is scary, many of us know that living as our true selves and being honest with those that matter to us is important. So, with some planning, you can make the whole process feel a lot less daunting. So let our top tips help you plan for when you come out to friends and family

In the modern age, is outing gay people right or wrong?

You leave the busy nightclub to get some fresh air. Once outside, you look up and immediately see a well-known male celebrity in an alleyway kissing another man. You instantly recognise them as a well-respected person and public figure who publicly presents themselves as heterosexual. You know that if he were to come out, it would be an inspiration for many young gay men and you are confused as to why he is hiding this from the world. Should you out this gay man? What do you do?

I Believe in Me: becoming your own champion

Who believes in you? Knows all your strengths and weaknesses, believes that you can achieve anything you put your mind to and, through your actions, can change the world around you? I know the answer, do you?