COMING OUT AT 25 - I didn't know I was gay

A Rookie's Guide to Pride - Coming Out As Bisexual

My coming out story. How I knew I was queer, my coming out journey and my advice if you are thinking about coming out to your friends and family!

INSTA - @sophieelord

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[laurasalminen]

Oh my love! This made me so emotional. This video will hopefully help wo many people to both be more accepting and treat people kindly but also be more comfortable with themselves. I’m proud of you hun! X

[lestudio]

Everyone struggling with their sexuality or identity, you’re ok. You’re loved and supported.

[alwaysamayaa]

I love to support my fellow ladies of the LGBTQ community. It was so hard coming out.

[TheAwesomes]

I was also the "straight" friend in the otherwise entirely LGBTQ+ friend group. I used to get aggravated because they were all waiting for me to come out and I had to keep trying to convince them that I was actually straight. Turns out I was really trying to convince myself more than anyone. How did they know? Can't say they were 100% on the money though, they were all thinking lesbian or trans man, but here I am, a she/they polyamorous pansexual.

[lancescreepyreading]

I was the same way realizing I was bisexual. Ironically, I also accepted that I was when I was 25 too. I came out to some friends and family. It felt very good because most were accepting.

[Skanzy]

Really proud of you Soph! You're a wonderful person and I wish you all the best - Your Beard 😊 x

[shanndebeer]

You had me in tears. Thank you for sharing this ❤️❤️

[nightbird]

Hi Sophie! Thanks for your video. I was questioning my sexuality for quite a while and then stopped thinking about it. I realized that the feelings I had were not going away. I still feel weird sometimes, scared, depressed, anxious, and then happy. It's like a ferris wheel of emotions like the way it was explained in the movie Love, Simon. I am also hoping to see a counselor about dealing with my feelings. Take care! :)

[NOCOMMENTARYGAMINGUNBOXINGS]

I subscribed because of this video. So moving and heartwarming. I always let my anxiety get the best of me. Great advice!

[icdcst]

Because comments are good for the algorithm

Much love ✌️

[TaneeshaMonique]

This made me emotional, but also inspired too. You seem so empowered and strong, extremely happy for you. Thank you for sharing your story 🥰❤

[JaviNJose]

Ok off the bat I freaking LOVE your accent! Let me watch this. New subbies here.

[Allycastlemakeup]

Can we be friends? You’re amazing!!!!
And also, I have that problem too sometimes when there’s someone mowing outside, and I’m like “oh when can I shoot?”
Thank you for sharing your coming out video with us!!!! I love you with my whole heart, and know I’m your YouTube sister.
If you ever come to DC, let me know.
Love that your grandma just said she just waited for u to tell her.
And yes, love what you said about finding your tribe.
If there’s anything I can do for you, I’m here for you okay?
Keep on shining
You’re beautiful inside and out! And God bless

[thedancingdweeb]

OMG! The beginning is such truth. My dad always decides to mow the lawn when I start recording lmao. Love the video! Happy pride 🌈🌈🌈

[siyjtqv]

I struggle sometimes from internalized homophobia. It's horrible feeling. The worst ..

[Biggest_Luisa_Fan]

This is so so relatable!!! Thank you so much for sharing your inspiring story!! <3 This had me tearing up.🥺 I've only come out to one family member so far, and they reacted the same way as your Mom did, saying they didn't care at all and that they'd love and support me no matter what. Hearing those words made that day the best of my life.😢 And I've been happier and more relieved than ever before, ever since. Happy Pride Month!!🌈🏳‍🌈💓💜💙

[dot.atsauce]

So proud for u, I may not part of the community but I have cousins and friends who are part of it. This is an another PoV that could help others to understand them or the whole member of the LGBTQ+ community. ^^)

[CarolineYvonneHallstrom]

When I first saw the thumbnail I was like "OMG my celebrity crush Saoirse Ronan? So I technically have a chance now?" since you look like her, but this was the next best thing. I didn't know I was gay until recently. In fact, when the signs appeared I was kind of in denial, although I had a glass closet like Smithers on The Simpsons did. I'm a little younger than you, I'm 18, turning 19 in October. For some time I was like "I can't be a lesbian, I have a boyfriend" despite the fact that I'm masculine for a girl to the point of being androgynous and the fact I had crushes on girls. My "girl crushes" turning out to be regular crushes and my "crushes" on guys turning out to be purely aesthetic was a surprise to no one but me. My true authentic self looks almost the complete opposite of who I was expected to be growing up. Long hair, princessy dresses, graceful proper lady all that stuff, the real me is a tomboy with short hair, loves leather, and can beat anyone at an archery contest. Thanks so much for sharing your story. This year's been quite interesting for me. Now that I return to university on Monday, I'm excited to tell my friends.

[dennicedeguzman]

Spread love!! You are loved! 💕😊 wish you all the best! Keep safe beautiful! 🤗

[truthsurgeon]

Thanks for this. When I was 17 I locked myself in my room and cried all day as I realised I had feeling for other women . I'm bi.
Back in the late 70s early 80s it was the worst thing ever to be. You were treated like a disease!!
Thank heavens things have changed.