I think exposure is the right thing to do for my own self-respect. In addition, it's important to me that certain people understand what is happening.
Then stay the course. This is no time for self-doubt, or foggy hindsight. You need to be well-steeled against the wrath that still may come, and against other consequences as well (what if aunt is NOT supportive, as you think she will be? Read QuickSilver's sitch for examples).
