I need help.

[Aquos Savar]

I've been a part of this community for 2.5 years, and i've had my tail for 2 years now. My like for mermaids must be over 4 years now, and it's been hard keeping the secret.

Nobody in my family knows about my tail, not even my own parents. I've been using my tail in secret since i got it.

I don't know what to do. I would like to tell my parents about my tail, so maybe i could have more freedom and maybe they could accept it...but on the other end, my tail might end on the trash can, or worse, if they think it's not appropiate for a 17 year old guy, they might send me to a psychiatrist. I've wanted to tell them, but i never had the courage nor the will to do it, i always freeze in those tense 50/50 moments.

What should i do? If i don't tell them, i could still use my tail in secret, but if i do, the thing can go right or wrong. I hate this type of decisions. HALP!

[Gravity Falls]

I would honestly stick to not telling any family
Wait until you're out of the house so they won't be able to take it away from you!


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[Bathyal]

I agree with Gravity Falls, if you're that concerned that they'll take it away, don't tell them. You could, however, test the waters by bringing mermaiding up in casual conversation and seeing how they react. Say you saw something on TV about it or something, and their reaction could help you figure out where to go from there.

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[Mermaid Alea]

Well, I recalled your other topic (http://mernetwork.com/index/showthread.php?13393-Fellow-Merman-needs-help&p=252861#post252861) mentioning your Dad's crazy reaction when he found you just looking at MerNetwork. After reading that topic again, I think there are some good recommendations on there but I would be very careful - I personally would not let them know about your tail - or if you do, you should be sure to hide it somewhere really well - perhaps in the slats under your bed frame or something. Even so they may demand that you hand it over.

I agree about mentioning mermaiding in conversation just to see what happens. Perhaps mention freediving first then tie mermaiding into it.

[Mermaid_Namaka]

Looking at your post a few months ago about your dad's reaction to finding out you were even interested in mermaids at all, I wouldn't suggest it. Maybe when you are out of the house and they can't take your tail away. But it doesn't sound like your dad would be accepting of it, and might react by getting rid of your tail/removing your internet access. Just don't let them discourage you from your interests!!

[Merdude Ricky]

Bro. At this point in your life, if you're this consorted about it, don't risk it. It sucks being a teen and not everyone understands you. Don't feel ashamed of hiding this. There are plenty of people here who have gone through the same thing. better safe than sorry. I agree with the rest of the replies on this post. Wait until you finally move out before you think about telling your family. They might see it as just a phase right now and try to take it away from you. Don't feel pressured to tell anyone if you're not ready.