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Originally Posted by Galetre
Help! I don't even know what to think. My son is 15, and has had one relationship with a girl a few months ago. He often talked about how much he enjoyed sitting close to her and how beautiful she was. They never kissed. He said they broke up b/c she wasn't ready for a relationship yet.
Five days ago he told me he thinks he is gay. I'm so in shock. I never saw it in him. Can he be sure at this age? Can it be he is making a choice/influenced by others/unsure? He says he has only known for a few weeks. Is this normal? I was under the impression that most people always knew their sexual orientation.
I told him that I love him and will stand by him no matter what, but I'm having a hard time with all the emotions this week. I'm feeling very confused. He seems to think I should be happy about it, but really, I can't imagine any parent would want this for their child. It looks like a hard life.
Any thoughts, or help would be appreciated. Thanks so much!
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It is only a hard life because people aren't accepting of it. Some people don't like interracial marriage either, but as long as both people love each other and are happy and treat each other right, it should matter who they are with. He can know at that age. I have known I was bisexual all my life even though I went into denial about it before. Just do your best to be supportive of him and that will make this life easier. You can't help who you love or who you're attracted to. I'm sure you have known people who are together and their parents don't approve of their relationship. Your son will make it his own way and do what's best for his own happiness even if some people don't agree with it. We all have to do what is best for us as individuals. He will be glad to have your support and your love.