@powerfulKyle
Hi Kyle!
There’s no right or wrong answer to coming out. There are some questions to ask yourself though…
* Who are you coming out to, and what do you expect their reaction to be?
* If you expect it to be positive, would you like it to just be treated casually, or do you want to make a special event out of announcing it? Or something else?
* If you’re worried about a negative response, is it due to their past behavior? Is there anything you should do to protect yourself (including waiting to come out), or is there a chance they will be more open if the info is presented to them in an accessible way?
* At your age, support from family is so important. What kind of support do you hope to receive, and are you comfortable asking for it? It can be as simple as new name and pronouns, or more complex like beginning research for medical decisions you may make when you’re older.
In any case, do what feels best for you mentally. It’s a lot of pressure, and you should only do it if you feel safe in doing so, but if the people in your life are receptive and supportive it goes a long way.
