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2. Safe Zone

3. Coming Out

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   2. To GLBT Community
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   4. Considerations
   5. When Someone Comes Out to You

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Coming Out Considerations

• Think about what you want to say and choose the time and place carefully.
• Be aware of what the other person is going through. The best time for you might not be the best time for someone else.
• Present yourself honestly and remind the other person that you are the same individual you were yesterday.
• Be prepared for an initially negative reaction from some people. Do not forget that it took time for you to come to terms with your sexuality, and that it is important to give others the time they need.
• Have friends lined up to talk with you later about what happened.
• Don’t give up hope if you don't initially get the reaction you wanted.

More Information About Coming Out

• To oneself
• To the GLBT Community
• To Heterosexuals
• When Someone Comes Out to You

Page updated: 27-Jun-2009

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