Hi everyone,

Ok, I found out recently from my mum that my 18 year old brother is gay. Im absolutely totally fine with this! Unlike my dad who has taken to calling him a "queer b*****d" whenever they argue (my dad is not a nice person; very violent and abusive).

Well anyway, my brother has obviously confided in my mum because he trusts her. But he hasn't told me yet. Now, I really don't mind this, he can tell me whenever he wants. But I was just wondering, would it be best for me to perhaps approach him first and tell him that I know, and it doesn't make any difference to how I feel about him? Or just let him tell me in his own time?

Thanks!

EnglishRose

If it isnt common knowledge start a light hearted conversation about someone on t.v. whos gay or make up a story about a mate whos bro is gay and say 'you know I wouldn't care if you were gay don't you' then change the subject. this will be enough to give him the chance to open up to you if he needs to and let him know you support him

americanstud

How do you approach your gay brother?

My suggetion would be from behind....