How to Know If You're Ready to Come Out

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4 Reasons Why It's Actually Okay If You're Not Ready To Come Out Of The Closet More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Lasse Carlborg | permalink
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Yes, I do think it’s better to be out. It’s great to tell a group of my straight friends at a party, “You know what would make this party better? Diversity!” But like, who am I or anyone else to te...

For further reading: http://thoughtcatalog.com/h-alan-scott/2014/09/4-reasons-why-its-actually-okay-if-youre-not-ready-to-come-out-of-the-closet/ ^[1]

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How to Come Out As Gay or Lesbian More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Erika Jasso | permalink
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You have realised your sexuality, and have accepted it, and now you have decided to come out of the closet. You may want to stop and think about whether you are doing the right thing by confiding in certain people at this point. The key is...
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How to Know If You're Ready to Come Out | eHow More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Ben Goodyear | permalink
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Coming out is an ongoing process. However the first time you come out, can be the hardest. As difficult as it may be, it will be equally relieving and affirming. It can also mean that some of your relationships change. Here are a few steps to help you decide whether you are ready to come out.

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how_17207_know-ready-come.html ^[3]

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If I Know I'm Bisexual, is it Okay Not to Come Out? More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by testonsserv | permalink
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A bisexual teen wonders if it is okay to hold off on coming out.

For further reading: http://gayteens.about.com/od/quesitons/f/If-I-Know-I-Am-Bisexual-Is-It-Okay-Not-To-Come-Out.htm ^[4]

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The Risks and Benefits of Waiting to Come Out More
Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago by Darrell Eiler | permalink
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For some teens, coming out is a wonderful experience. But many teens just aren't ready to come out.
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1. http://thoughtcatalog.com/h-alan-scott/2014/09/4-reasons-why-its-actually-okay-if-youre-not-ready-to-come-out-of-the-closet/

2. http://www.wikihow.com/Come-Out-As-Gay-or-Lesbian

3. http://www.ehow.com/how_17207_know-ready-come.html

4. http://gayteens.about.com/od/quesitons/f/If-I-Know-I-Am-Bisexual-Is-It-Okay-Not-To-Come-Out.htm

5. http://gayteens.about.com/od/comingout/tp/Waiting-To-Come-Out.htm