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  • The Shocking Truth About Your Hopeless Situation

    When you're faced with a hopeless situation, everything can feel overwhelming. But there is a solution, and it's already there. You just have to find it. No matter what, there is an answer for you. This episode explores the types of hopeless situations you could be facing and suggests ways to get through them even when there seems to be no way.

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    31 min
  • 15 Things Your LGBTQ Loved One Won't Tell You

    Even in the best of relationships, there are things that can be difficult to discuss. We share the secrets that LGBTQ people can be reluctant to talk about. Some are too painful. Others simply go unnoticed. But all are important.

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    35 min
  • Turning Over a New Leaf

    Relationships are a complicated thing. They can be the most rewarding and fulfilling thing in your life, but they can also be the most difficult. It is important to remember that relationships are not just about you. They are about two people who have their own needs and wants, and it is up to you to find a way to make both of those needs and wants work together.

    This episode will help you learn how to turn over a new leaf in your relationships by setting realistic goals for yourself, learning how to communicate better, and understanding what healthy relationships look like.

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    32 min
  • A Culture of Relationships

    What makes a family a family? For some, family is based on blood. For others, family is chosen. Either way, there is a lot we can do to invest in those relationships to make family everything we yearn for it to be.

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    19 min
  • Start Where You Stand

    A listener responds to our first episodes. We seemed to offer an all-or-nothing approach to relationships. But what about when relationships don't work out? What about when a family member refuses to reconcile? Or when the dynamic is too toxic to continue? Is there any wiggle room?

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    35 min
  • Accepting Your LGBTQ Family

    Family is so important, and very few things in life matter more. How do we keep keep ties strong, especially if we don't see eye-to-eye about issues of gender and sexuality? Differences in perspective don't have to result in broken relationships. What are ways we can demonstrate unconditional acceptance despite our differences?

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    38 min
  • Bullying

    LGBTQ family members frequently have to face issues of bullying. What are some coping strategies they can use? And what can those who love them do to help?

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    32 min
  • Preparing to Come Out

    A guide to preparing for that critical moment when you let your loved one know that you are LGBTQ. We discuss the concept of metacommunication and how you can prepare the way so that the big moment goes well.

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    27 min
  • Critical Things to Know Before You Come Out

    How do you know when you're ready to come out? What are the benefits of coming out? What are the risks of coming out? What are some things to consider before coming out? In this episode we discuss the most important things you need to consider before you take that big step.

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    23 min

About Trandescendant

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Father/daughter duo, Joe and Rya, discuss LGBTQ family issues and how to preserve positive relationships