Advice on exploring sexuality and coming out

I have read your letter and can easily understand your dilemma, fears, and thoughts. I have been thinking about what I would do if I were in your situation, and I hope that my advice can help you along the way.

If I were in your situation, I would challenge and experiment with my sexuality, so I was 100 percent sure before I would tell anyone. After all, your sexuality is very personal, and only you can figure out what you're feeling.

Still, I can also see that it's a big thing to walk around alone and that you need to talk to someone.

I also understand that you are afraid to disappoint your parents, or perhaps more specifically your father. I know many mixed opinions about homosexuals, but most parents understand and support their children. They love you for who you are, remember that.

But remember that you shouldn't rush to put a "label" on your sexuality, and that's a thing that just takes time. Spend a little extra time and then be sure what gender you are attracted to before you "come out"

And remember if you identify yourself as gay then be proud of it, you are perfect as you are.