How to Come Out When You're Gay
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It's perfectly fine to let those close to you know that you have felt this way for quite some time and that you're happy being gay and don't plan to change. It's also wise to give them an opportunity to ask questions and express concerns. For those less involved in your life, such as coworkers and those on social networks, it's entirely up to you as to how to handle them. The more casual you are about your sexuality, the less of a big deal it will be to others. So perhaps a casual conversational mention about your life might reveal it, or you might want to use Facebook's new marital status of civil unions and domestic partnerships to express your sexual orientation. Regardless of the manner in which you come out, know that there is support for those who aren't quite secure in their sexual identity, such as the Trevor Project and the Human Rights Campaign. Gay-friendly therapists are found all over the country as well. Keep those who support you close, and hopefully, your announcement will be liberating, not limiting.
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