It’s completely normal to question your sexuality during your teenage years. As your body and emotions develop, you might notice that you feel attracted to someone — sometimes even to people you didn’t expect. If you think a friend is attractive, it doesn’t automatically mean you’re gay. It simply means you’re getting to know your feelings and your curiosity.

Sexuality is wide and flexible, and it can change over time. Some people know early on who they’re attracted to, while others take longer to explore and understand it. You don’t have to label yourself if you’re not ready. What matters most is that you allow yourself to feel what you feel, without judgment.

Finding someone of the same gender attractive, admiring them, or feeling close to them doesn’t necessarily mean you’re in love — it can be part of understanding how you connect to others and what attraction means to you.

Alma’s tips:

• Write down your thoughts and feelings — sometimes things become clearer when you see them on paper.

• Talk to someone you trust, like a friend, counselor, or someone at a youth clinic.

• Visit —- or —- for safe, inclusive information and support for young people exploring their identity.