If an individual chooses to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity to you it is important that you take some time to review your own feelings, prejudices, and heterocentric ideals. The coming out process can be difficult for surrounding individuals in a similar way as it is to the actual individual. Below are some things to keep in mind when an individual chooses to come out to you: Scared, Shocked, Disbelief, Uncomfortable, Not sure what to say or do, Concern for them, Supportive Feelings, Flattered, Honored, Angry, Disgusted, Feeling that they are coming on to you? Remember that the person has not changed. They are still the same person who you knew before; you just have more information about them than you previously had.
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If you are shocked, don't let the shock lead you to view the person as suddenly different.
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Don't ask questions that would have been considered rude within the relationship you had before they disclosed their sexual orientation or gender identity.
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Recognize that everyone's experience is unique and don't assume you know what a LGBT individual is going through.
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Remember that they may not want or need you to do anything. Often it is simply affirming for the individual to disclose this personal information.
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Consider it an honor that they have trusted you with this very personal information. Thank them for trusting you.
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Clarify with them what level of confidentiality they expect from you. You never want to share this personal information with others without their consent.
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If you don't understand something or have questions, remember that persons who are LGBTQ are often willing to help you understand more. But remember they are not experts of ALL LGBTQ people. If you want to learn more utilize your resources not these students.
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If you find yourself reacting negatively, remember that your feelings may change. Try to leave the door open for further communication.
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Remember that you too are never alone and that there is a network of Safe Zone Allies here to support both you and your students.
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If you would like more information, ask in an honest and respectful way. If you show genuine and respectful interest in their life, they will most likely appreciate it. Some good questions are:
How long have you been aware that you were LGBTQ?
Has it been difficult for you?
Is there some way I can help you?

http://case.edu/lgbt/safezone/comingout.html

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i need not to read those shyt..

His face will confirm my reaction,thats if he is gonna have some space on it as am gonna make sure i add extra meat to it..

[img]http://www8.gmanews.tv/webpics/infotech/cotto%20bloodied%20face.jpg[/img]

i never bordered to read it cus its worthless..***call it ignorance nor illiteracy**
there are things we need not to tolerate..this is why new silly things keeps emerging day after another.

NOTE:what you are seeing in this picture is just a mere example cus i will do more than that to him or her.

Nanesense!

Eminado01:
The op didn't say when he molests or harasses you, neither did he say when you find out, what I clearly read was "when he trusts you enough to confide in you"

btw, you want to punch someone's face for being gay? I hope he gathers enough strength to permanently disfigure you before he dies from your merciless beating.

Remind me what the word "Tolerance" means again.

I see ur stand on d mata @ eduson33. Well every1 is different and ur opinion is ur entitlement. So my advice is that u shuld go arund beating gay ppl and see if dat would change dem. Truth is d more u beat dem d stronger they get.

I'm sorry! I can't hide my disgust for homosexuality.

The moment a fa*ggot comes out to me, my disgust is immediately apparent, and will be followed by complete dissociation from that person.

Wow... @50calibre.. Lets assume dat dis guy is ur broda or dis girl is ur sister, will being gay make d person less related to u?

victor jam: I see ur stand on d mata @ eduson33. Well every1 is different and ur opinion is ur entitlement. So my advice is that u shuld go arund beating gay ppl and see if dat would change dem. Truth is d more u beat dem d stronger they get.

Why should you bring up such subject like this, are you thinking of coming out?

I hope you aren't a fa*g?

victor jam: Wow... @50calibre.. Lets assume dat dis guy is ur broda or dis girl is ur sister, will being gay make d person less related to u?

Being related doesn't change anything.

GOD forbid,but am telling you,HE/she quits or stops being my bro or sis....

victor jam: Wow... @50calibre.. Lets assume dat dis guy is ur broda or dis girl is ur sister, will being gay make d person less related to u?

eduson33: i need not to read those shyt..

His face will confirm my reaction,thats if he is gonna have some space on it as am gonna make sure i add extra meat to it..

[img]http://www8.gmanews.tv/webpics/infotech/cotto%20bloodied%20face.jpg[/img]

poo....

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https://m.facebook.com/www.mrteenanambra.co.za/photos/a.1464051870554934.1073741826.1464048683888586/1511830595777061/?type=3&source=56

^^^^^ Miss teen or Mr Teen?? He looks very much like a gay. I wish him all the best though.

The op didn't say when he molests or harasses you, neither did he say when you find out, what I clearly read was "when he trusts you enough to confide in you"

btw, you want to punch someone's face for being gay? I hope he gathers enough strength to permanently disfigure you before he dies from your merciless beating.

Remind me what the word "Tolerance" means again.

If I got beat up by a gay, it's an embarrassment, how can a woman beat me up?