I don’t know how this is going to come out, but I’ve just come out to my parents. And this is what I need to tell you Hey everyone, I just wanted to let you know something, as some of you may be aware I’ve been struggling to come out to my mum recently and my dad, I’ve just plucked up the courage to come out to my mum by telling her that I fancied this guy, but it was a nice conversation opener, we discussed it and she is now crying about it, I don’t quite know how to take it, I now kind of feel likeB it’s the wrong decision. Is this a normal feeling to have ..read more

There has been a lot of talk about the Cass Review lately, and it might feel confusing or even a little scary, especially if you are part of the trans community. The Cass Review is a big document, and we are still figuring out what it all means for trans and non-binary young people, but The Mix will always be a safe space to seek support about your feelings on the review or if you are exploring your gender identity. Housekeeping on this thread: The point to this thread is to create a safe space for people who want to discuss their feelings around Cass Review. This is not a space for debate ..read more

Hey guys I’m Elouise, they/them pronouns. During the last few months I’ve figured out I’m non binary. A few friends know, both my parents now know(inc my dad who I’ve come out to more recently but more on him later) and a small amount of other family members. I told my dad over text on Easter as he lives further away, he has said anti non binary things in the past such as they them pronouns don’t exist but on other side this was also years ago. He can sometimes text something but say something else in person so I guess I’m anxious next we hang out he would say something opposing to the texts ..read more

It’s Trans Day of Visibility so here are three things we can do as trans allies ?️‍⚧️ Is there anything you'd add here? ? Alt text spoilered: 3 ways we can show up for the trans community right now. Check on your trans friends. Lots of trans folk are struggling with their mental health right now so reaching out to them and asking if they need anything goes a really long way. Sometimes people just need to know you're there. Be an active bystander. Safely intervene if you see or hear transphobia. Let's call out our peers and co-workers and have conversations with our loved ones about the iss ..read more

Hey guys. Sooo a bit context. I’m Elouise but everyone calls me Elle, feels less formal and more me ngl. I also use she/they pronouns as I think I’m a girl but I’m not sure so I keep the they in it as it feels nice-?? I don’t really know I’m still figuring shit out. My dad is extremely closed minded to gender and my mum is ok with it unless it’s her own kids. Back in covid I thought I was demigirl(half girl half non binary) so I told my mum but she just said I’m not and that I’m a girl. I’m really questioning my gender but the 2 people I’d want to ask the most and talk to the most are the 2 I ..read more

I’m pretty sure I’m asexual. I’m 18 and I’ve never felt attracted to anyone, I’ve never had a crush and I don’t understand ‘relationships’ at all. It’s just weird. Like there must be something wrong with me. I’ve seen stuff online saying asexuality doesn’t exist. So what the hell am I? I don’t know, and I just wanna be normal. As I get older it’ll be more and more obvious when I’m probably never in a relationship. That’s not normal. I wish it was. I just want to be normal, and I don’t want people to judge me for things I can’t help, you know? So my question is, how do I start feeling attracted ..read more

Put your best tips below! I've shared some Mix resources on the subject too Image text: A guide to staying safe over Christmas as an LGBTQ+ person If we're worried about how our friends and family might react to our gender or our sexuality while we're at home, then Christmas isn’t always the most relaxing time. It can be stressful if we're trying to hide our identity, or if we're trying to have a conversation about our identity with someone close to us. Why might the festive season be difficult for the LGBTQ+ community? We might not be out to our family yet so Christmas can feel like an o ..read more

Hi, I have known since I was eleven that I was lesbian. I always had crushes on girls. It took me a while to come to terms with it but now I am so happy. I have gone to university and am open to my friends that I am lesbian. It feels so freeing! I can’t wait to one day have a girlfriend, it makes me so excited for the future. I have emailed a few places that I have been given by the mix, asking what they do in their services and if there are any 18-25 LGBTQ groups that I can go to. I am just wondering if anyone else is in the same position? Perhaps a lesbian who has joined social groups like ..read more

So yeah I'm just wondering are pinky rings a common gay thing? I wore one for un related gay style reasons and my step mum seen it, said "that's what them puffs wear, a ring on their pinky" I thought she was talking bs, so I asked my mate and she said it was a gay trait (she's gay) I never knew this lol, she also said thumb rings are as well, and heres a shocker, I like them to lol just couldn't be bothered replacing the one I lost, it just sort of blew my mind, I feel really insecure about the thought of being gay and I've tried to be with guys but I just don't like it, I don't know if I'm ..read more

It's Anti-Bullying Week - a time to come together and have discussions about what bullying means to us, how banter can turn into something more hurtful, and what we can do to stop bullying. The Mix spoke to the experts at The Proud Trust about how to get support when we are being bullied for our sexual or gender identity. Anti-LGBTQ+ bullying, such as Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, stems from a particular dislike or prejudice towards members of the LGBTQIA+ community. This can occur in many forms and may include name calling, refusal to use someone’s chosen name or making comments rel ..read more