More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human

More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human

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More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human episodes

  • The Right to Assemble: What Every Parent of an LGBTQ Child Needs to Know Right Now

    Is your right to protest quietly disappearing while most people don’t even notice?

    In the final episode of the Foundations of Freedom series, Heather Hester shines a light on one of the most misunderstood rights in the U.S. Constitution: the right to peaceably assemble. From the Boston Tea Party and the Civil Rights Movement to Stonewall, Standing Rock, and modern LGBTQ+ activism, peaceful protest has been essential to progress. But today, new laws, intimidation tactics, and surveillance are threatening this right especially for queer youth, parents, and allies who are trying to show up with courage.

    You’ll learn why the language around protest matters, how allyship shows up in public gathering, and what the difference really is between peaceful assembly and violent insurrection. Heather offers powerful guidance for parents, educators, and LGBTQ+ advocates reminding us that protest isn’t about chaos. It’s about visibility, grief, love, and social justice. And it’s how democracy breathes.

    Press play to uncover the hidden erosion of the right to protest, and leave with a renewed sense of purpose, inclusion, and power to gather, grieve, and resist because your voice, your presence, and your allyship matter more than ever.Links referenced in this episode:

    • aclu
    • national lawyers guild
    • protect the protest

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    27 min
  • Setting Boundaries Without Guilt: Parents, This Is A Love Letter to Your Peace

    What if the most powerful act of love you can offer, to yourself, your child, or your community, is a boundary?

    In this episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester dismantles the cultural myth that boundaries are selfish, cold, or unkind. Instead, she invites us to see them as sacred, necessary acts of inclusion, empathy, and healing, especially for parents of LGBTQ+ kids, overwhelmed allies, and anyone doing emotional labor at home, work, or in advocacy spaces.

    You’ll learn how boundaries actually create safety, clarity, and deeper connection, and why saying "no" can sometimes be the most loving response. Whether you’re navigating family dynamics, protecting your rest, or trying to show up without burning out, this episode gives you compassionate, real-world guidance on how to speak your needs, hold your limits, and model self-worth and mental health for the young people watching you.

    Press play to gain practical phrases, soul-level permission, and renewed energy to create boundaries that feel clear, kind, and fully human because protecting your peace is a vital part of parenting, allyship, and sustainable love.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    8 min
  • Why This Show Is Now More Human. More Kind.: The Story Behind the Rebrand

    What if the antidote to burnout, division, and fear isn’t more perfection, but more humanity and more kindness?

    In this inaugural episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester opens her heart and shares the deeply personal journey from her first podcast, Just Breathe, a lifeline for parents of LGBTQ+ teens, to this wider, more expansive space for healing, allyship, identity, and inclusion. It’s a conversation about change, the kind that’s messy, honest, and necessary.

    Whether you're a parent, educator, or ally feeling overwhelmed in a world full of noise and expectations, this episode offers gentle but transformative guidance. You’ll learn why true kindness is rooted in empathy, courage, and presence, not perfection or performance. This is a space for those craving mental health support, meaningful connection, and permission to be exactly where they are.

    Press play to rediscover what it means to be fully human, fiercely kind, and deeply aligned with what matters most, and walk away with 3 grounding practices you can use today to feel more connected, more real, and more supported.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    10 min
  • More Human. More Kind. Trailer

    This is the beginning of a new season! Welcome!

    More Human. More Kind. is a podcast offering compassionate guidance for LGBTQ+ parenting, allyship, and inclusive living in a complicated world. Hosted by Heather Hester—coach, speaker, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate—this show creates space for honest conversations about identity, love, boundaries, and what it truly means to show up with courage and care.

    Through a lens of parenting, inclusion, and lived experience, Heather explores topics such as:

    1. Parenting LGBTQ+ kids with clarity, confidence, and compassion
    2. Growing into a courageous, informed ally
    3. Kindness vs. niceness—and why boundaries are an act of love
    4. Healing strained relationships and navigating change
    5. Identity, authenticity, and becoming more human in real time

    Rooted in empathy and practical insight, each episode offers reflection, reassurance, and guidance for parents, allies, and anyone committed to building a more inclusive, connected world.

    If you’re parenting an LGBTQ+ child, learning how to be a better ally, or simply seeking thoughtful conversations grounded in humanity and inclusion, More Human. More Kind. will help you feel seen, supported, and less alone.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    2 min
  • Separation of Church and State: What Parents of LGBTQ Kids Need to Know Right Now

    What happens when the line between church and state begins to blur, and most people don't even notice?

    In this urgent episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester continues the Foundations of Freedom series by unpacking the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment, the often-overlooked protection against government-imposed religion. From Thomas Jefferson's letter on the “wall of separation” to the Supreme Court’s shift toward tradition-based rulings, Heather guides listeners through the legal, cultural, and political shifts threatening true religious freedom in the U.S.

    This episode is especially critical for parents, LGBTQ+ families, educators, and allies seeking clarity in an increasingly chaotic cultural moment. You’ll learn how Christian nationalism and selective interpretations of “freedom” are influencing public policy, education, and social justice, and how this impacts not just faith communities, but the safety, inclusion, and identity of those often pushed to the margins. Heather explores what it means to hold space for both belief and balance, and why empathy, courage, and allyship are crucial in defending democracy.

    Press play to gain real guidance on how to talk about the separation of church and state with your kids, how to spot the signs of religious overreach in your community, and how to protect what matters most from mental health and parenting to love and liberty. Because religious freedom isn’t just a right, it’s a responsibility.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    25 min
  • Free Speech Has Limits: What Every Parent of an LGBTQ Kid Should Know Right Now

    Can you really say anything you want under the First Amendment, and what happens when you do?

    In this eye-opening episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester continues the Foundations of Freedom series by breaking down one of the most misunderstood rights in American life: freedom of speech. From symbolic protest (like kneeling during the national anthem) to book bans, social media censorship, and anti-protest laws, Heather guides parents, allies, and advocates through what free speech actually protects and what it doesn’t.

    Whether you're parenting an LGBTQ+ teen, navigating tough conversations at work, or wondering how to protect your family's safety, values, and identity in a polarized world, this episode provides the guidance and clarity you need. You’ll learn how cancel culture differs from government censorship, why that distinction matters for mental health, inclusion, and justice, and how your voice can become a tool for empathy and change, not harm.

    Press play now to unlearn the myths of free speech, explore real-world examples that affect LGBTQ+ families and communities, and walk away with a deeper understanding of how to use your voice with power, compassion, and responsibility. Links for further reading and clarification:

    Banned terminology

    Banned books

    ACLU Guide to Free Speech

    National Constitution Center

    Cornell Legal Info: Freedom of Speech

    Podcast rec: What the Constitution Means to Me

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    23 min
  • Freedom of the Press: What Every Parent of an LGBTQ Kid Needs to Know Right Now

    Can democracy survive if journalism disappears?

    In this powerful first episode of the Foundations of Freedom series, Heather Hester dives into one of the most critical and most under threat freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment: freedom of the press. From local reporters to national watchdogs, a free and independent press has always been a cornerstone of democracy, social justice, and LGBTQ visibility.

    Whether you’re a parent navigating what your kids are learning in school, an LGBTQ+ ally speaking up against injustice, or someone deeply concerned about truth, trust, and mental health in a post-truth era, this episode offers guidance and clarity. Learn how to spot misinformation, why media literacy matters for safety and inclusion, and how journalism supports democracy, identity, and justice for marginalized communities.

    Press play now to uncover what the First Amendment actually protects, how journalism became the Fourth Estate, and why protecting press freedom might be the most radical act of love, parenting, and allyship you can take today.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    32 min
  • Doom Scrolling, Trolls, and Burnout: Tracy Whitmore on Taking Back Control of Social Media

    Are you constantly scrolling but still feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck?

    In this vulnerable and practical episode, Heather Hester sits down with wellness coach Tracy Whitmore to explore how social media is impacting our mental health, nervous systems, and sense of identity, especially for parents, LGBTQ allies, and anyone striving to show up with love in an exhausting, always-on world.

    Whether you’re a parent trying to model healthy digital habits, a queer teen navigating online spaces, or simply someone who feels fried by the endless scroll, this conversation offers real-world guidance for protecting your peace. You’ll learn how to listen to your body, set boundaries with compassion, and use simple, science-backed tools to stop the digital spiral and return to presence.

    Press play now to understand how social media is wired to keep you hooked and how you can reclaim your agency, energy, and empathy without disconnecting completely.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    Tracy's Bio:

    Tracy Whitmore (she/her) is a Social Worker, Therapeutic Health, Wellness & Life Coach, and the Founder of Indigo Journey. She is also the author of It’s About You Too: Reducing the Overwhelm for Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids. With over 17 years of experience, Tracy provides therapeutic counselling, coaching, and support to 2SLGBTQ+ adults and families across Australia, Canada, and the U.S.

    Outside of her work, Tracy finds joy in travel, beach walks, exploring forests, pickleball, swimming, yoga, meditation, jigsaw puzzles, and reading. She also values time spent with her children, grandchildren, partner, and loved ones.

    Check out Tracy's fun merchandise + her book!

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    36 min
  • Allies: Are You Actually Showing Up or Just Posting About It?

    Do you consider yourself an ally but wonder if you’re actually showing up in the ways that matter most?

    In this honest and empowering solo episode, Heather Hester challenges the comfort zone of “good intentions” and invites you into the deeper, messier, and more impactful work of true allyship.

    • The difference between performative allyship and real, lasting support
    • How to use your voice, presence, and privilege to create safety and inclusion
    • Small, consistent actions that support LGBTQ+ youth, communities of color, and those facing mental health challenges
    • Why allyship is a daily practice rooted in love, empathy, and accountability not perfection

    In a time of rising hate, misinformation, and political attacks on LGBTQ+ rights, authentic allyship is not optional, it’s essential. Whether you're parenting an LGBTQ+ child or simply want to show up more courageously in your community, this episode offers the guidance and clarity you need to move forward with purpose.

    Listen now to become the kind of ally who protects what matters, raises brave kids, and builds a more inclusive world one courageous step at a time.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

    16 min
  • Rest Is Resistance: 10 Ways to Unplug Without Checking Out

    Exhausted by the headlines but still want to keep fighting for what’s right?

    You’re not alone. In this honest and grounding solo episode, Heather Hester recaps some of the most alarming actions from the Trump administration and then offers a lifeline to anyone feeling emotionally, physically, or mentally depleted by it all.

    • 10 simple yet powerful ways to protect your peace while staying engaged
    • How to recognize when your nervous system is overwhelmed and how to gently reset
    • Why real allyship includes caring for yourself so you can keep showing up for others
    • How rest, boundaries, and joy are essential parts of social justice work

    Inclusion, advocacy, and allyship don’t thrive on exhaustion; they thrive on sustainable action and regulated nervous systems. Whether you're parenting an LGBTQ+ child, working on healing, or showing up in the fight for justice, this episode is your permission slip to rest with purpose.

    Press play to stop spiraling, start grounding, and remember that you don’t have to choose between your peace and your power. You need both and this episode will help you reclaim them.

    More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen is a safe and supportive podcast in a heartfelt and empowering space where a mom and advocate offers the wisdom of lived experience and practical guidance and education to parents and allies, teaching empathy, kindness, love, and strong boundaries while supporting LGBTQ teens and the diverse LGBTQ community, including gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, transgender, and queer individuals, through conversations about mental health, grief, gender identity, sexual orientation, human rights, social justice, parenting, parent support, and meaningful LGBTQ allyship and allyship in action.

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

    Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Stay informed - visit my website

    Join the Conversation on Substack

    Read my book, Parenting with Pride.

    Support the Show - Learn more here!

    Watch on YouTube

    Listen * Share * Review *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!

    This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out.

    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 grow their capacity for courageous connection.

    For parents, allies, and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming 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 on this journey with me.

    27 min

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