The LGBTQ+ Handbook

Helping People, Number Uno

Yay! Helping time!

There was this lovely person, and they have a bit of a problem. Here, let me just tell you their message.

Hi! I just read the chapter in the lgbtq+ handbook about messaging you about a problem about coming out so here's mine

I haven't come out to anyone except my best (internet) friend and my parents are super LGBT + accepting but I'm worried that some of my friends cause about a month ago they were talking about how weird it would be to have a friend come out because she might like them (bi) and explain that I am 100% totally not into them without being rude or losing them as friends?

So. What a common thing.

Well, first off, I'd just tell your parents, as they are accepting of queer people. So, tell them first.

Now, for your friends, that's a different story. I would just tell them, and if they want to date you, say that you're really sorry but you only see them as a friend. Friends are friends, not food.

If you are good enough friends with them, I'm sure your friendship will survive. And if it doesn't, well then, that's a shame. But, it's normal. Friends come and go. People come, and then they leave again. Life happens, and you just kind of have to accept that.

But, chances are that that won't happen.

If you want to leave a comment leaving your advice on this, go for it! It's kind of what this is for, you know. Love and happiness, and family and all that.

I'd also like to thank everyone that has messaged me. Thanks for trusting me with your problems, seriously. I hope that we can all help!