Friend Comes Out, Gets an ‘Okay’ Response: Heartless or Realistic?

We all have different ways of expressing our emotions, and sometimes, our reactions can be misunderstood. One young woman (20F) found herself in the hot seat after her friend came out as bisexual. Her response? A simple ‘okay.’ Was it a heartless reaction or just a realistic one? Let’s dive into the story and find out.

The Unemotional Friend

The Big Reveal

‘Okay’ – The Response

The Accusation: Insensitive or Not?

Love is Love ❤️

The Fallout: Bad Friend?

To Fake or Not to Fake

Fake Happiness: Helpful or Not?

The Aftermath: Rude or Misunderstood?

The Edit: Not So Close Friends ‍♀️

The Context: Attention or Reassurance?

The Verdict: Insensitive or Just Realistic? ️

So, was our unemotional protagonist in the wrong for responding with a simple ‘okay’ when her friend came out as bisexual? Some say she should have faked a more joyful reaction, while others argue that her response was genuine and realistic. After all, love is love, right? The friend, feeling hurt, has been telling others how rude the response was. But with the two not being particularly close, is it fair to expect a grand reaction? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Bisexual and transgender person prefers normalizing response to coming out.

Acceptance is key, no need for a parade

Coming out is scary, but expecting a bigger emotional payoff? NTA.

NTA for being supportive without being overly excited

Being supportive doesn’t require a party, just compassion and acknowledgement. ❤

Being realistic or heartless? NTA gets a ‘cold’ reaction.

Normalize accepting people for who they are

Miscommunication between a bisexual person and their mom. NAH.

Match your friend’s energy, show excitement and support. YTA.

Matching the energy of the person is key ✨

Being realistic doesn’t mean being heartless.

Realistic response to friend coming out as queer.

Is ‘okay’ enough when someone comes out?

Acknowledging the significance of coming out is important. #Supportive

Coming out is normalized, okay response shows progress

Tailoring your response to a friend’s coming out experience

Acknowledging a friend’s coming out is important, but don’t fake excitement.

Accepting a child’s sexuality with a simple ‘okay’

Accepting someone’s coming out with a simple ‘okay’

Friend comes out, gets ‘okay’ response. NTA comment agrees.

NTA. Friend comes out, gets ‘okay’ response, wants more attention.

Expressive issues aside, a little support goes a long way

Friend comes out, gets ‘okay’ response, friend is offended

NTA comment calls out unrealistic expectations for LGBTQ normalization.

Teacher shares heartwarming stories of students coming out in class ❤️

Normalize acceptance: ‘Okay’ response is totally okay ✌️

Context matters when coming out, it can be a big feat emotionally and culturally.

Being honest is better than faking a reaction.

Miscommunication leads to hurt feelings, but friend overreacted. ‍♀️

NTA, acceptance is enough, sexuality shouldn’t matter in relationships.

Be supportive and show interest in your friend’s coming out

Normalize coming out: NTA prefers casual responses to allies.

Fundamental acceptance described, performative life moments questioned. NTA

Friend comes out, friend says ‘ok’, friend gets blamed. ‍♀️

Geographic location can impact reactions to coming out.

Lesbian praises mum’s NBD reaction to her coming out ❤

NTA, but communication is key to clarify your supportive stance

Coming out parties seem like gender reveal parties. NTA.

Being emotionally reserved is okay, but communicate with your partner.

Ideal response to coming out: “Okay cool”

Supportive comment. Maybe the friend expected a different reaction

Friend gets ‘okay’ response after coming out, NTA for not hyping up.

Bisexual/NB person praises NTA’s reaction, criticizes friend’s expectations.

Expecting a certain reaction? Don’t blame others for disappointment.

NTA comment: Coming out is normal, fake sappy responses unnecessary

Being honest and thanking someone for sharing personal information is important ❤️

NTA comment receives approval for ‘okay’ response to friend coming out.

Supporting someone’s sexuality doesn’t require a parade. NTA

NAH. Matching the energy of the person coming out is important.

Celebrating someone’s sexuality should not be the norm.

Encouraging reply suggests seeking help for possible depression or anxiety.

Setting expectations for coming out is important, ‘cool’ response okay

NTA. Friend’s expectations were unrealistic. Coming out is personal.

NTA’s ‘okay’ response to friend’s coming out criticized.

Navigating expectations after coming out as bi to a friend

Texts can be misinterpreted, but NTA for coming out.

Acknowledging the struggle to come out is a good start

Matching the energy of someone coming out is important ❤️

Throw an over-the-top, cliche gay surprise party. NTA.

Embracing bisexuality as normal. NTA response appreciated.

Supportive ‘okay’ response to coming out as pansexual.

Being supportive doesn’t mean you have to fake enthusiasm.

Empathetic reply from someone who can relate. ❤️

Supportive and lighthearted coming out story with a twist ❤

Normalize coming out and be NTA. Support is important ❤️

Being honest and not giving a big reaction doesn’t make you TA

Casual response to friend coming out as bisexual brings joy

NTA for not giving a ‘spectacular reaction’ to friend’s coming out.

Normalize coming out: NTA’s ‘okay’ response is commendable

Being accepting doesn’t mean requiring a coming out announcement. ❤

Acceptance is key, even if it’s not a huge celebration! ❤

Aroace person shares their ‘okay cool’ coming out response.

NTA’s response to a coming out gets mixed reactions

A refreshing response to a child coming out as bi.

Is coming out over text for attention or serious?

NTA. Genuine support over fake congratulations. No need for spectacle