I'm tired of my parents being so religious. U can't come out and I'm tired of it. They drag me to a church that actively hates us and get pissed I don't like it. If I was put this would be worse probably. My mental health is going down the drain too. I literally just cut myself and I'm scared they will see the bandage. It just hurts that I can't be bi at all and I'm probably going to have to go deeper in the closet if I don't kill myself. I'm sorry I'm dumping all my problems idk where to go

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[–] Dankenstein@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

I remember what thats like, horrible feeling but what it really did was force me to learn that my own happiness and how I affect the lives of others is what matters.

It may or may not be worth looking into but have you considered mentioning family therapy or parent counseling?

Having a licensed professional help guide your parents through the impact they're having on your life as well as mediate a serious conversation about your mental health may be what solves your problems at home.

Not something for everyone, I know (I tried), but it can be a very valuable tool for families that are interested in coming together and clearing the air with minds open to new or confusing topics/ideas.

Edit: try to remember that your parents are just humans too and it's possible that they have deep-rooted mental struggles involving their own sexuality and gender as well as the guilt/shame that can be associated with it.