I'm gay! but how do i tell my parents...

[Paddy]

Well.. The title says all.
I've told all my friends, and my sister - but most via the web. too avoid being embarresed infront of them.
my mum doesn't use facebook or what not - so it will have too be face too face.

just how do i do it?

[LovBabBlue]

I would get one of your sister's to help sit your mom down and tell her and explain to her how you feel about it. But realize she might be shocked at first. Good luck! =)

[Celestial.]

Hey Paddy.

Coming out is a different experience for everyone. The best advice I can give you is this: trust your instincts. If you think she'll react well, it might be okay just to tell her honestly and openly. If you're not sure, you could try dropping some hints, or just bringing up the subject. You could try saying something like, 'I have something to tell you', or 'Can we talk about something?'. Or you could give one of those hypothetical-but-everyone-knows-it's-not scenarios, like, 'What would you do if I were gay?', which should be enough of a hint for her to figure it out. Alternatively, if you don't want her to make a big deal out of it, do the same yourself; just drop it into the conversation, casually. If you don't make a big fuss, chances are she won't either.

Make sure you pick a good time, when both of you are calm, not stressed, and willing to talk. Let her know you're still the same person you always were, and this doesn't mean things will change. Tell her you're okay if she has any questions or anything. It takes honesty and understanding on both sides to make this a good experience, so make sure you're aware of that; if she needs time, give it to her.

Other than that, I can't really offer much advice. You know your mother better than I do, after all.

Good luck though!