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When Support Isn’t Enough: Navigating Our Daughter’s Coming Out Journey

Our daughter recently came out to us as gay, and we responded with open arms and loving support. To our surprise, she seemed even more upset and resentful, despite our acceptance. We’re left feeling confused and a little hurt—aren’t parents supposed to be supportive? I keep replaying the moment in my mind, wondering if we missed something or if our reaction somehow fell short. Maybe she expected a different response, or maybe she’s processing her own feelings in ways we can’t fully understand. Parenting doesn’t come with a manual for moments like these. Has anyone else experienced something similar? How did you navigate the emotional twists and turns? Share your thoughts or advice below! #FamilyJourney #ParentingLGBTQ #UnconditionalLove #SupportAndUnderstanding #Parenting