I first realized I was bisexual about two years ago, in my sophomore year of high school.

When becoming really close with my best friend, I started to develop feelings for her in a way that I wasn't entirely familiar with and began to question my sexuality. After coming to terms with who I am and who I like, I have come to realize that being who you are is never a detriment and should always be accepted.

Coming out to my friends was one of the easiest things I could have done as all of them were extremely accepting and still treat me the same. I am so grateful to have such caring and amazing friends and could never ask for anyone better; however, I was nervous to come out to my family. At first, I didn't even mean to come out to them, but after watching a video of people protesting at a Pride Parade, I couldn't help but let it out.

I came out to my mom first and after I said the words, "Mommy, I'm bisexual," all she responded with was "Okay." I talked to her all about it, telling her how I felt before going downstairs with her and telling my dad. I am lucky enough to have parents that love and accept me unconditionally. Coming out to my sister was a bit of a different story.

I had recently gone up to her college to visit and learned that she was not an advocate of gay marriage so consequently, I was anxious to tell her. When I did finally come out to my sister, she began to cry as I told her everything and explained that it does not affect my religion, my viewpoints or who I am as a person. As I finished, she said that she loved and accepted me unconditionally and that this will not change anything.

Coming out was like having a weight lifted off of my shoulders and I began to feel free to be myself. If I could give advice to any person struggling to come out, it would be this: Never feel as though you can never be who you are. You are not defined by others' opinions, and those who truly love you will love you without walls or borders.

And finally I can say this: Hi, my name is Emma,Ni and I am bisexual.