This will likely be the hardest part, because taking the first step always feels the most challenging. "I have something that I need to tell you, because I've felt like I needed to keep it a secret for a long time. I feel ready to talk to you about it now." "I've had something on my mind for a long time now that I find hard to talk about." "I need to talk to you about something that's important to me. It's important to me that I'm honest with you." There is no right or wrong way to say it, so choose what feels comfortable for you. "I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I've known this about myself for a long time." "I think I might be gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender. I feel attracted to people of the same sex, and I'm not sure what to think about that." OR "I feel like I was born in the wrong body. I think I might feel more comfortable as a boy/girl, doing the types of things that boys/girls do." "Ever since I was ___ years old, I've known that I'm gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender." The more you can do to help them understand you, the better. "This feels natural for me, just like it feels natural to you to be heterosexual. I'm not choosing to be this way; I just am." "I'm still the same person I was before. I'm choosing to outwardly identify now as gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender, because I've inwardly identified that way for so long." "I'm attracted to both boys and girls. I'm coming out to you because I feel like I'm punishing myself when I push those feelings down, and I want to be honest about who I am." "I want to do the types of activities that boys/girls do. They interest me more and feel more natural to me, but it seems unnatural do them right now because I'm a boy/girl." This will be a big assistance in helping them to understand you. "I was afraid that you would reject me." "Our society is so homophobic, and I was afraid of how others might view me." "I was afraid that it would ruin our relationship, and I value our relationship very much." "Our religion teaches that being gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender is a sin, and I didn't know how to come to terms with that." "I felt like I had to keep it a secret because society tells us that this is wrong." You will still have others to come out to in your life, and their support will help you do that. "I would like it if you took the time to learn more about what it means to be gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender." "I would love it if you would allow me to tell you more about my friends and how important they are to me. When you feel ready, it would be great if you would meet them." "I got this book for you to read so that you can learn more. It should answer any questions you have, so I hope that you will read it." "I came up with this list of websites that you can browse to get more information. It would mean a lot to me if you took the time to do that." "There is a support group for LGBT individuals and their families. I have the information about when it meets, so we can go when you feel ready." "I need you to tell me what I can do to support you, because I want to do that for you, too." "I need you to stand up for me and for the LGBT community when you hear us being attacked. Our community becomes stronger when we have allies."

Summary: Think about how you want to start the conversation. Come out to your parents by explaining your sexual orientation. Explain your perspective in the moment to help your parents understand. Explain to your parents why you have not come out to them before now. Share with your parents what they can do to support you.

Gather three to six braids on the side of your head, near your ear. Braid them together and secure with a hairband. Repeat on the other side, then bring the two larger braids toward the back of your head and secure with a clip. Attach flexi rods or perm rods to the ends of your braids. Dip them in warm water for 710 seconds, then dry gently with a towel. Release the ends and check out your new curls or waves. You can add this step to most of the other style ideas. Bring braids across the top of your head, taking alternating braids from the left and right sides. Cross them over each other at the center to make a basket weave pattern. Bring the braids at the back of your hair together in a ponytail. Wrap the remaining braids around the base of the ponytail, forming a bun around the ponytail's base.

Summary: Form larger braids. Add a curl. Make a box braid basket weave. Create a ponytail up-do.

Make sure the soil is kept moist, but not soggy. The tubers will rot in soggy soil. To help keep the right level of soil moisture, mulch around the plants after you have planted them. Use potash and phosphorus as well as a 5-10-10 fertilizer monthly to ensure optimum growth. If you live in a region where the temperature drops below 70 degrees in the winter, dig up the caladium tubers. Replant them when the soil is warm again. If your caladium is in a container, simply bring it inside for the winter. Caladiums do well as house plants. Be sure they get some sunlight during the day. Fertilize every few weeks with a liquid fertilizer. When your plant begins to die back, but before the first frost, dig up the tuber and discard the wilted leaves. Let the tubers dry out for a few days and then store them with dry peat moss in a box or paper bag in a dark cool place for the winter. Throw out any soft or empty feeling tubers. Plant when the soil is warm and ready for your caladiums to grow well.

Summary: Keep caladiums well watered. Fertilize caladiums periodically. Overwinter your caladiums.

Find a leave-in conditioner that works best for your type of hair. If you are prone to frizzy or dry hair, choose one specifically made to handle frizzy hair. For oil prone hair, look for lighter solutions. Mix a quarter cup of leave-in conditioner with equal parts water and 24 tablespoons (29.659.1ml) of oil. Using coconut oil may leave an unwanted scent in your hair. If you have dry hair that is prone to breakage, you should moisturize your scalp on a daily basis. Gently spray over the top of your head to make your hair damp with moisturizer. With oily hair, make sure that the ends of your cornrows are also getting oil. Rub each cornrow individually and remember to moisturize your scalp as well. Using this mixture will prevent your hair from getting dry and breaking. Shea butter is another option if you want to use a different product to moisturize your cornrows. Wearing a satin or silk scarf will prevent your hair from being dry and helps maintain volume. Unlike cotton, it will not absorb your hair's natural oils and will allow for less friction between your hair and pillow as you sleep. You can also use a satin or silk pillowcase as an alternative to a head scarf. Satin scarves are also called bonnets or head-wraps. Satin and silk headscarves can be found at beauty salons, certain department stores, or online boutiques.
Summary: Mix leave-in conditioner, oil, and water in a spray bottle. Shake your bottle and spray your cornrows with moisturizer. Gently rub the moisturizer into your cornrows. Wrap your hair in a satin or silk scarf.