my coming out story
i was 18.
parents were not happy.
elder brothers verbally abusive.
lots of micro-aggressions and snide comments from close family.
pressured and guilted not to come out.
LOTS of emotional and verbal abuse.
moved out when i finished high school.
came out to friends.
been no contact with my family for the past 7 years.
found out my dad passed away from covid. i wasnt invited to his funeral.
found out one of my brothers unalived himself. i wasnt invited to his funeral.
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That is not a family that cared about you, and is unfortunately the harsh reality of most coming out situations. I hope you've found your family that does care about you for everything you are and stand for 7 years later ❤️
itsamodernlife thx. its def made me a protective person. not just protecting myself and my emotions but when im with friends i am very protective over them too
OhBritCrew The things we are put through sometimes are to make us stronger people. You seem like a gem. 🫂