hi (((simply nobody))) i am gay. i was 15 once and i relate with how you feel. you may feel that you are not good at anything but you are young and have plenty of time to learn things. and, you have plenty of time to come out and meet others like yourself and make friends with them.

you are very lucky to have accepting parents. if you cannot tell them face to face that you are gay then i suggest you put it in writing and hand it to them. just say, i can't put this into words but have to tell you. please read this and stay there. let them do the talking.

please also tell them about the cutting. for that, i suggest you see a therapist. i also once had a similar problem. once you share with your parents what you are going through then the desire to cut will lessen.

being gay makes life for complicated but it's a doable thing. when you come out, you learn who your real friends are. and, you will make friends who are like a second family. come out to friends when you are ready. you will know the time. life is always a challenge regardless of whether you are gay or straight. you have a big advantage because it appears the country and perhaps the world are finally changing in our favor.

i wish you all the best. feel welcome to PM me.