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I came out to my parents as lesbian but they don’t believe me and my friends rejected me. What do I do now?

I came out to my parents as lesbian but they don’t believe me and my friends rejected me. What do I do now?

Question asked by Jamie (14 questioning woman, Canada)

Question answered on June 22, 2011 by

Sorted in Friendship, Family, Coming out, Uncomfortable in my skin, Questions, Resources, Coming out

Hi Jamie, Thanks for writing in to us at AlterHéros.  From your post, it sounds like you’re struggling with your coming out to your parents and close friends as lesbian and that you’re trying to figure out what to do now and how to get help. First of all, a great big ... Read more.
How do I approach my sister about liking her best friend’s sister?

How do I approach my sister about liking her best friend’s sister?

Question asked by jenna (17 years old woman from Canada, Canada)

Question answered on December 21, 2010 by

Sorted in Family, Questions, Coming out

Hi Jenna, Thanks for submitting your question to Alterheros. It sounds like you're in a frustrating situation. Hopefully this can help you sort out what you want to do. I hear you say that you have a close relationship with your sister, but she doesn't know you are ... Read more.
I came out and was well received, but I feel so awkward now

I came out and was well received, but I feel so awkward now

Question asked by marco (22 years old homosexual man from Canada, Canada)

Question answered on October 26, 2010 by

Sorted in Family, Questions, Coming out

Hi Marco, thanks for coming to Alterheros with your question! First of all, congratulations on coming out! Although it might seem difficult right now, I hope you remain happy with your decision. I'm wondering what exactly it is that you are feeling guilty about. You mention that your parents are ... Read more.
I didn’t come out to my dad – now I keep thinking of him in a sexual way

I didn’t come out to my dad – now I keep thinking of him in a sexual way

Question asked by Polly (21 years old homosexual woman from Great Britain, Great Britain)

Question answered on September 26, 2010 by

Sorted in Family, Questions, Coming out

Hi Polly, It sounds like you are in a frustrating position and I can understand why you feel the way you do. I don't think you are mad at all. There are many possible explanations for what you are going through. Having a long term girlfriend that ... Read more.
I’m having violent sexual dreams

I’m having violent sexual dreams

Question asked by whitney (23 years old heterosexual woman from United States of America, United States of America)

Question answered on August 30, 2010 by

Sorted in Aggression, Family, Questions

Hi Whitney, I want to start off by telling you that it's a good thing you found a way to redirect your dreams of sex by some means; concerning your new kind of dreams, let me reassure you that it is also normal. Pornography is a double edged thing: it ... Read more.
I want an idyllic life but not being with this girl would tear me apart.

I want an idyllic life but not being with this girl would tear me apart.

Question asked by sally

Question answered on March 3, 2010 by

Sorted in Love, Family, Questions

Hi Sally, Let me begin by saying I think a lot of homosexual people go through a period of uncertainty ( or denial ). This is not necessarily to say that its a bad thing, but rather it makes the final revelation all the more meaningful. I think you need to ... Read more.
Our parents caught us kissing and now I have to go to Catholic school!

Our parents caught us kissing and now I have to go to Catholic school!

Question asked by Siobhan (15 years old homosexual woman from Canada, Canada)

Question answered on February 25, 2010 by

Sorted in Family, Misconceptions & Clichés, Questions

Hi Siobhan, I would like to salute you, first of all, for being brave and seeking help. I truly believe that a problem shared is a problem halved. I too, was in the same situation, as many other LGBT, when I was younger. It never dawned on me something that seemed ... Read more.
Is it wrong to have a sexual attraction towards your brother ?

Is it wrong to have a sexual attraction towards your brother ?

Question asked by chad beck ( homosexual man)

Question answered on June 12, 2009 by

Sorted in Family, Questions

Chad thanks for your question, Many gay teens, who are still in the closet sometimes experience the situations you have described in your question. There are many factors involved in the coming out process; including personal acceptance, surroundings (family, friends, peers), cultural/religious beliefs, local law/society and the situation that a person ... Read more.
Clear Skies Would be a Plus

Clear Skies Would be a Plus

Story published on April 18, 2009 by Mandy

Sorted in Family, Coming out, Stories, Lesbian living

How to tell parents… when you know you just might be with someone for life… and they just might be visiting you this summer (and you really, really hate lying to them now…)

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I feel alienated. How can I meet others in the LGBT community in my country?

I feel alienated. How can I meet others in the LGBT community in my country?

Question asked by An (19 years old homosexual woman from India, India)

Question answered on April 8, 2009 by

Sorted in Family, Questions, Loneliness

Dear An: Thank you for your letter. It is difficult to realize who you are and then to feel that others do not accept you. But it is wonderful that you are so clearly sure of who you are and whom you are attracted to. That is a really big step that ... Read more.
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