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I think I'm bi.
Ok. I'm not sure but i think i may b bi. I have a boyfriend, but i just can't help but b interested n girls too.

i have a few friends tha are bi and 1 has asked me about goin bi, but i havent mentioned it to her. im thinking about talkin 2 her about it. she is really reliable. but she never said she was (i think she is worried about what i may say). we are in the same boat.

should i tell her? i think i really may be bi. if im not i would become it. i like the idea of a girlfriend. Can you HELP PLEASE???!!!!!

Well, being bi isn't something you 'become', you just are. It sounds as if you are definitely interested in females, and I'm assuming you're okay with guys as well because you've got a boyfriend.

It's all about feeling how you feel. If you are attracted to people of both sexes, then you could be bisexual. It can be confusing and frustrating to not be sure, and to also need to talk to people about it.

If you feel your friend is trustworthy - whether she's bi or not - you could definitely consider telling her. It might help you to be able to talk with a supportive person your own age. You could also try talking to your friends that ARE bi, as you know they'll be able to relate to you.

Whatever happens and whoever you talk to, be sure to do everything because it feels right for you. Many people will probably tell you how you should be or who you should date, but you're the only person who is an expert on who you are.

You might also want to think carefully about how you will handle this with your boyfriend. Many bi people will be with just one person exclusively, though some date more than one person openly (this is true of straight people, too!).

There are tons of websites with helpful info, as well as groups for young people who are gay, lesbian, bi, or transgendered - or wondering if they are.

As always, you can feel free to contact me should you need more info or support. Best of luck.

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Posted on 2006-04-05 at 5:24 p.m.