Best friend gay story: How can I support my gay best friend coming out?

First, be a good listener. Let your friend share their joys and sorrows in the relationship without judgment. For example, if they have an argument with their partner, just listen to them vent. Second, respect their partner. Treat their relationship as you would any other normal relationship. Third, offer practical advice when needed, like how to communicate better based on your own relationship experiences.

If you're straight, be honest but gentle. Let your friend know that you value their friendship but don't have romantic feelings in return. For example, say something like 'You're one of my closest friends, but I'm straight and see you only as a friend.'

A best friend can support a lesbian friend by simply being there. Listen to her when she wants to talk about her feelings or experiences. For example, if she has a problem at work because of her sexual orientation, just listen and offer emotional support.

You can start by saying something like 'I have something really personal to talk to you about.' This gives your friend an idea that it's something serious.

One story is about two best friends, Tom and Jerry (not the cartoon characters). They met in college. Jerry was out as gay but Tom was still figuring himself out. Jerry was always there for Tom, helping him with his studies and in his personal growth. Eventually, Tom realized he was also gay. Their friendship grew even stronger as they supported each other in coming out to their families and facing the world together. It's a story of true friendship that overcame many obstacles.

A big challenge is when the best friend has different beliefs or values regarding homosexuality. For instance, if the straight best friend comes from a very conservative family, they might struggle with fully accepting their gay friend at first. There could be internal conflicts. And in some cases, the gay friend might feel that his best friend is not as supportive as he should be, leading to misunderstandings and potential rifts in their friendship.

First, just be accepting and let him know you love him no matter what. Listen to him when he wants to talk about his feelings and experiences. Don't make a big deal out of it in a negative way. For example, continue to include him in family or social activities just like before.

You can start by listening to them. When they talk about their foot - related interests, give them your full attention. For example, if they are excited about a new type of foot cream, just let them rave about it.

Then, introduce the element of change. Maybe one of them starts to feel different when they see the other with someone else. You can write about the confusion and the realization of new feelings. Like, 'He watched his best friend laugh with the new guy, and suddenly, his heart ached in a way he couldn't explain.'

It's not ethical at all. Seducing anyone without clear consent is wrong, and when it comes to your best friend, it can seriously damage the friendship. In a gay context or any context for that matter, respect for the other person's feelings and boundaries should always be the top priority.