More Human More Kind: Guidance for Parenting LGBTQ+ Teens & Growing Into a Courageous Ally

#113 | How Committing to LGBTQ Allyship Can Transform Lives—Including Yours


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Let's kick off 2024 by committing to be better allies to the LGBTQ+ community. Guaranteeing an enriching conversation, I will delve into what it means to be an ally and how we can actively show our solidarity. I share personal narratives and discuss strategies for asserting your truth and creating safe, inclusive spaces. Educate yourself about LGBTQ+ issues, challenge biases, and amplifyqueer voices. By exploring literature, watching relevant films, or simply engaging in meaningful conversations, we can broaden our understanding and contribute to a more inclusive society.

Addressing intersectionality within the community, I shed light on the significance of solidarity, advocating for rights, and promoting representation in media. Learn how to be part of the change, from using inclusive language and providing financial support to celebrating queer stories and achievements. We, as allies, have a crucial role in challenging discrimination in ways that the LGBTQ+ community cannot.

Consider this episode your call to action. Let's recommit ourselves to true allyship and work towards a society that champions acceptance and equality, standing strong for those who need us the most.

This 2024, let equality and acceptance be our resolution!

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

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At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ+ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and foster courageous, compassionate connection.

If you’re in the thick of parenting, allyship, or pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heart-warming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in—I see you. And I’m so glad you’re part of this journey.

Takeaways:

  • Being an LGBTQ ally requires a commitment to understanding and advocating for the community's rights.
  • Creating safe spaces for LGBTQ individuals can significantly impact their well-being and acceptance.
  • Challenging our own biases is essential in fostering an inclusive environment for everyone.
  • Using inclusive language and respecting pronouns plays a vital role in allyship.
  • Advocating for LGBTQ rights and supporting relevant organizations can create meaningful societal change.
  • Listening to and amplifying LGBTQ voices helps foster understanding and solidarity within the community.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen explores connection, courage, and community for every concerned parent, mom, or ally navigating fear, grief, and bigotry with hope, resilience, and empathy. Through open-minded education, inclusive parenting guidance, and advocacy for mental health and safety, we support LGBTQ youth and stand for human rights and social justice. More Human. More Kind. empowers listeners to shift their mindset, embrace activism and allyship, and lead with kindness, healing, and purpose.



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