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  • Heather Corinna

I'm so sorry that was your almost-first-time sexual experience. If it's any consolation, you're hardly alone: a whole lot of people have had this kind of experience with sex and a parent. Ultimately, I'd say your biggest issue right now is earning your mother's trust back, not finding a way to have...

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  • Heather Corinna

The next thing to do after a family member says that to you is simply to acknowledge what they have disclosed and honor that it can be scary to do that -- such as by saying something like, "I'm glad you felt safe telling me about your bisexuality." You can also reassure them that until they're ready...