Coming out plan for a gay footballer.

Coming out of the closet is an individual journey, but a little help or guidance can always be helpful.

Gay Life Coach Adam Clark’s suggestions for any of those top-flight footballers who are thinking of coming out.

If you decide to come out, (like Anton Hysen, pictured) make sure you’re doing it for yourself: you don’t have a duty to be open about your sexuality; it’s your private life.

Stage one

Come out to a trusted friend, someone you’re pretty sure will support you and want the best for you.  The first person you come out to should be the sort of person who would say, “I’m touched that you chose to tell me.” Continue reading →