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Rya's daughter joins us to discuss her journey to accepting Rya's transition. It was not easy for her, especially at first. What is it like to have a parent transition? What emotions did she go through? How does she feel about Rya now?

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Many adults assume that LGBTQ+ youth may just be going through a phase. But the most critical thing we can do as allies and guardians of youth is to find ways to unabashedly affirm and support them. When a parent is surprised that a child is coming out, it demonstrates that there has already been a breakdown in communication. Mel Davis offers guidance on how we can support our LGBTQ+ youth during this crucial window of time.

For more info, go to RainbowAllianceAdvocacy.org.

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We learned a new word and we wanted to share it with you. What is transmisia? And what does it mean for promoting healthier relationships?

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What is it like to be a transgender person in the workforce? How is it different if you stay at the same job you worked before your transition. In this episode, we discuss the topic with one of Rya's childhood friends, a transgender man who works at the local foundary.

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One of the great tragedies of many LGBTQ people's life stories is the frequent non-acceptance by family members. We offer two perspectives on how gay, lesbian, and other queer people experience family life. You never know how much time you have left, so we must all make the most of the relationships we have now.

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Rya and Joe take a moment to stop and reflect on how the podcast has changed since they started.

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This kind of thing happens all the time but often goes unnoticed. In this episode, we share a real-life example of how words can hurt, even when they have the best intentions.

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You've been there. Someone tells an off color joke that set off your alarms. You know you should speak up. But you're not sure what to say. In this episode, we discuss an effective strategy for being a positive influence in that situation without having to become the "wet blanket."

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"Cultivating positive relationships together" means positive for EVERYONE. But what about for the person who has reservations about LGBTQ issues? Or the person who sincerely believes it conflicts with their faith? Is it possible to still make meaningful contributions towards the relationship? We believe it is. In this episode, we discuss things the skeptic can do to work towards healthier conversations with their LGBTQ loved one.

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We all want to have positive relationships. But how can we cultivate them after we've gotten hurt? In this episode we discuss the one thing that is the biggest favor you can do for yourself and for your relationships. It's good for your physical health, it's good for your mental health, and it contributes to your happiness.

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