How to navigate coming out on either side of the conversation : Life Kit

Coming out can be scary no matter how old you are or how loving your friends and family may be. You're revealing a deeply vulnerable side of yourself, and fearing that the person you're sharing with could say something harmful in response.

On the flip side, when someone comes out to you, it can be tricky to know what to say. How do you show your support without being overbearing? Even the most well-intentioned listeners can accidentally say something wrong.