How do you tell your parents you are bisexual?

Answer 1

Bisexuality is often the most complex of gender issues. I would suggest not offering any unsolicited information unless you have reached the point of having a committed relationship. There is no point of of getting labeled until you are sure you want to wear that badge.

If you are asked by family, I would suggest just simple honesty.

Answer 2

It can be hard to tell your parents you are bisexual but there is nothing rong with how you are. If your parents can't accept it then they arn't good parents!

The easiest way to start is by asking them :

If I was bisexual, would you still love me the way I am?

or,

Would you mind if I was bisexual?

If your parents say they could accept that, that is when you say :

Ok, it's only because, I have been going through a time where I have been attracted to males and females.

Or something similar to that.
Coming out is a very personal and individual experience. Make sure you tell them at a time when they are willing to listen and discuss. Have what you are going to say somewhat planned out. If you are afraid to tell them think of it this way; what is the worst thing that can happen if I tell them? Is the answer really worse than living in the closet? Probably not. Make sure that you really think it through before you tell them. I told my mom and it was a DISASTER... Think about what you think that there reaction will be. I thought that it would go one way and it went the other... It could end up being really bad if you don't think it through first...
If you are sure you are ready for this, just tell them and let the pieces fall where they will. Assure them it is no big deal, you are who you have always been and nothing has really changed. Most parents get over it if they have a problem at first. You have had some time to adjust to the idea, they just got hit in the face with it. Give them a chance to process the information. If you can do this, you should find that your self image goes up. Standing up for who and what you are is a big character builder. Lots of luck.

Answer 3

First off I know it is going to be hard to talk to your parents about the subject, but you should stay open with your parents. Now the first thing if you are sexually active and didn't tell your parents yet you should work on that, and then you can tell them about yourself beingbisexual Telling your parents you are bisexual should feel the same as telling them about being sexually active. I suggest as a female to talk to one of your parents at a time not both so you don't feel pressured. Which ever parent you feel more comfortable with either your mother or father, it's your choice. So plan it all out on paper and go as you planned. I have to say once again. IT WONT BE EASY, but I promise it will be worth it! ! !

Sincerely

-A Teenager with Experience-

Answer 4

what you do is you just sit down and have a talk with whitchever parent you feel comfortable talking to and just say "mom/dad i think i might be bisexual" and that's it!they probably wont make a big deal out of it!my mom didnt!

Answer

It is good that you are ok with yourself, being different. You should be! Now you need to tell your parents...... so, like Alicia said, you should just tell them. have a talk and they should be cool about it. Help them realize that you are who you are and that your strong enough to idmitt it, so they should be strong enough to accept it. :) , parents, no madder how mad they can get, will always love you for who you are!

Answer 5

Being bisexual or gay, is not a crime and you don't have to "confess" -- to anyone!

It's sweet that you want to have an open, honest relationship with your parents. But what -- and when -- you tell them about the feelings you are having towards members of the same sex depends on several things.

First of all, you need to feel good about yourself when you have this conversation. Sexual orientation is an aspect of you that isn't going to change. You can't expect your parents to take the news well if you yourself have negative feelings about what you're experiencing.

If you are OK with being bisexual and your parents are likely to be supportive, go ahead and talk to them now. But if you have any reason to think they may react badly-- and I think you must or you wouldn't have asked this question -- hold off telling them till you have discussed this with someone more likely to be supportive. A favorite teacher or councilor at school may be able help you sort through your feelings. Go to the library and read some novels about gay teens. And start watching Glee on TV!

I told my mum first when I was thirteen. Turns out she's slightly homophobic, and she blamed it on "pubescent hormones"... But it was great getting it out in the open. Your parents will love you no matter who you are. Well, they should.. If they don't, they aren't good parents and you should call child line.

Answer 6

Don't tell them, it may just be a phase in your life. But if you think it is not, then by all means, just show them - it will bring it all home. You might also be surprised to find out they are also.

Answer

IF you have a significant other or other lifestyle, then they need to know so that you can be honest about your life. However, if you are not living your sexual choice, it may not be an imperative action for right now. Given time, the issue will sort out so that you will be clear as to what you need to say.