Friends coming out making me feel like I should too

[Hikaru]

Hi this may sound really weird but over the last few days i have found out that three of my friends would like to use the other pronouns to what they were using. This makes me feel bad because it reminds me that I still haven't come out yet after four years of really struggling with this.

It also makes me feel like if I came out now people wouldn't believe me because I'm just following a trend or something. I know this is probably stupid but it makes me feel really stressed about it.

I have been really struggling to come out as I have loads of doubts about it and I can never work up the courage to do it. I want to talk about it to my best friends first but I won't be able to see them for quite a while.

This was more just to get some thoughts out of head but if anyone has any advice it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks for listening

[Ms Grace]

Your needs and circumstances are different from those of your friends. My advice is don't push yourself until you feel ready and know what you want to say and ask for. You'll know when that time is.

[Elis]

I didn't come out until 4 years of struggling with my trans identity. I only came out because I couldn't stand not being out any longer. You'll no when it's time to come out; it's best not to rush as you'll need to be prepared.