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Coming out to family and friends can be one of the hardest parts of transitioning. No matter how open-minded or supportive they are, it is virtually impossible to predict how our closest friends and family members will react when presented with unexpected news.
One of the most common – and best – pieces of advice offered to transgendered people coming out to their loved ones is this: Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst. This advice is not meant to frighten people or discourage them from coming out, but rather to help them mentally prepare for something that might not be a pleasant experience. Answering questions about your new gender and identity can be overwhelming, and a proper mental preparation will help the conversation go smoothly. As social acceptance of transgendered people grows, the reactions of parents and family members is likely to continue improving as well, but even the best allies can have trouble adjusting when it is a member of their family or someone that they know intimately. When preparing to come out, there are several things that you should do in order to protect yourself from the wide range of potential reactions.
The important thing to concentrate on is that you’re about to start living the life you were born to live. The happier you are about that, the happier your friends and family will be about it, too. Keep your positivity high and be open to answering any questions your family may have, and your announcement is sure to be met with a favorable reaction.