2007-03-20 07:16:28 · 31 answers · asked by terry t 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
It should be okay to tell your parents anything. They should accept you for who you are, no matter what you tell them. Of course it is okay.
2007-03-20 07:20:08 · answer #1 · answered by Maid of Constant Sorrow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your parents. Even if they are supportive of homosexuals, they may have false assumptions about bisexuality.
Some people (including a lot of homosexuals) believe that bisexuals are on their way to being gay. A popular phrase amongst some homosexuals is bi now gay later. Whilst some homosexuals "started off as bisexual", this isn't true for all bisexuals.
Other people think that bisexuals are in a state of confusion. Your parents may tell you that you "have to make your mind up on which sex you want,"
Another potential response is "if you like both sexes, then why on earth would you choose to be with a member of your own sex?"
Whilst there is still a chance of a homophobic response, your greatest problem may be a misunderstanding from your parents on what bisexuality is (or isn't).
2007-03-20 07:50:43 · answer #2 · answered by nemesis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Instead of getting your parents all confused and wondering if you will end up with a woman or a man..why don't you just go ahead and find a woman who is also bi-sexual and then you can be swingers .and have the best of both worlds..most parents that have kids that are in their early 20's come from an era of open minded people..it's your parents age group that are responsible for making it ok for homosexuals to come out to the world..i'm 38 years old and my parents come from a time that ..well it's safe to say if you where gay you didn't really talk about it or you would be run out of town or beat up by the local tough guys...so it's you call i'm sure you have heard your father make comments at one time or another how he feels about people who live a different life style..
2007-03-20 07:28:21 · answer #3 · answered by rcbrokebones 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it matters on the parents. If you live in the backwoods of the deep south then no. I think if you parents ask you then you should tell them, but I wouldn't approach them at sunday dinner and say I am bisexual out of no where. Maybe you can drop hints and hopfully the can pick up on it. Best of luck to you.
2007-03-20 07:21:23 · answer #4 · answered by tjnw79 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that it's definitely good to tell your parents at some point, but if you are financially dependent upon them and you think they won't react well, it may be best to wait until you are positive you would be able to handle the consequences. Something like 60% of the US's homeless youth identify as GLBT, and are homeless because they were thrown out. Yeah, its a sucky fact, but it's good to fully understand what could happen when you proceed. Good luck :)
2007-03-20 07:22:44 · answer #5 · answered by Jeffrey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just for the fun of it? No.
But if you believe that you truly are bisexual, then it's okay to tell your parents. However, be gentle and don't just spring it on them. It may be best to tell one parent (the one most likely to be empathetic) first.
2007-03-20 07:19:18 · answer #6 · answered by kja63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO. Wait until you are well settled out of the house! Parents are a crazy breed. You might make more trouble for yourself. Slide by... keep it on the down low, then come out later when you are not dependent on their support completely.
2007-03-20 07:30:23 · answer #7 · answered by ? 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that would have alot to do with what you plan on doing? Is this just something your into or do you plan on having more than a sexual relationship. Do you see yourself in a committed relationship of the same sex? If so yes I would because than they have time to accept it. If this is something you prefer to keep behind closed doors than why?
2007-03-20 07:22:00 · answer #8 · answered by THE mommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you feel you are ready to come out to your parents then you should. Many people have been scared to do it, and have found that their parents while they may not understand, they are supportive and still love their children.
If you don't feel ready then don't do it, only you can decide.
2007-03-20 07:19:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are your parents. they should love you for who you are. they may find it scary or obcene at first but they may come around to it eventually. ima straight man myself, but my best freind sence childhood recently came out and told me he was gay. he had been afraid to tell me for years.
him and i are still best freinds and i knew he was gay for a long time. i just never discussed it because i figuered he would tell me when he was ready.
i dont think of him any different and i love him just the same. he is my best freind. the only difference is he has different taste when it comes to a relationship.
i say take the chance and tell your parents. they may be cold to the idea at first but i promise they will come around.
2007-03-20 07:26:20 · answer #10 · answered by K2K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋