Things To Never Say To Someone Who Just Came Out : Coming out as LGBTQIA+ is a pivotal moment in someone’s life, so it’s always best to not fuck that up. If you want to be a good ally, never say the following things.
I knew the second you told me you were gay : Although not wrong, there’s no need to repeat what they just said to you, as everyone gets the point now.
A little on the nose to do it during Pride Month, no? : Everyone is allowed to come to these decisions on their own timeline, even if it suspiciously lines up with an entire month celebrating the queer community.
Your father and I still love you : Have you even been listening? This day is about who they love, not you.
Hi, Gay, I’m Dad : Actually, this one is fine. Everyone loves a classic
Behold! The oracle spoke the truth! : You can be supportive without mentioning that the weird Italian genius you’re obsessed with prophesied your friend’s sexuality to you years ago.
So what’s next for Mr. New Gay Man? : Give Mr. New Gay Man a minute to breathe before pushing plans on him!
You still owe me $45 : They do, but give them a minute.
Oh, like Ellen! : Comparing a friend or acquaintance to Ellen DeGeneres at one of their most vulnerable moments is about the cruelest thing you could do.
In that outfit? : Not everyone comes out as stunningly as you.
How do you know? : They got a letter from the Department of Gay Affairs, just like everybody else.
This has been so obvious ever since I started stalking you : Don’t imply that their closeted sexuality was easily apparent to anyone who put microphones and cameras everywhere in their apartment.
Are you queerbaiting me? : Twitter taught you the wrong definition of that word.
I’m gayer : It’s not a competition.
Would you like to go on record stating that for our organization’s diversity initiative? : Come on. At least wait a week before swooping in with corporate requests.
