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Unapologetically Me: Embracing Authenticity and Love Unapologetically Me: Embracing Authenticity and Love
In this episode, we delve into the journey of self-acceptance and the importance of embracing one's true identity, free from societal and religious constraints. We explore how love, in all its forms, is a divine gift and discuss biblical verses that support living authentically without causing harm to others.
Biblical Verses Highlighted- 1 John 4:7-8: "Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."
- Romans 13:10: "Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law."
- Matthew 22:37-40: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments."
If you or someone you know is seeking support, consider reaching out to the following organizations:
- The Trevor Project: Provides confidential support for LGBTQ youth in crisis, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-866-488-7386
- Text: Text "START" to 678-678
- Chat: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
- SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline: Connects LGBT older adults with friendly responders, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-877-360-LGBT (5428)
- Trans Lifeline: A peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning individuals, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-877-565-8860 (United States)
- Phone: 1-877-330-6366 (Canada)
- LGBT National Help Center: Offers confidential peer support and local resources.
- National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
- Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743
- Senior Hotline: 1-888-234-7243
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Provides 24/7 support for individuals in crisis.
- Phone: 988
- LGBTQI+ individuals under 25 can access specialized support by dialing 988 and then pressing 3, or by texting "PRIDE" to 988.
Remember, embracing your true self is a courageous act of love. Support is available, and you are never alone on this journey.
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By Tony GebhardUnapologetically Me: Embracing Authenticity and Love Unapologetically Me: Embracing Authenticity and Love
In this episode, we delve into the journey of self-acceptance and the importance of embracing one's true identity, free from societal and religious constraints. We explore how love, in all its forms, is a divine gift and discuss biblical verses that support living authentically without causing harm to others.
Biblical Verses Highlighted- 1 John 4:7-8: "Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."
- Romans 13:10: "Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law."
- Matthew 22:37-40: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments."
If you or someone you know is seeking support, consider reaching out to the following organizations:
- The Trevor Project: Provides confidential support for LGBTQ youth in crisis, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-866-488-7386
- Text: Text "START" to 678-678
- Chat: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/
- SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline: Connects LGBT older adults with friendly responders, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-877-360-LGBT (5428)
- Trans Lifeline: A peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning individuals, available 24/7.
- Phone: 1-877-565-8860 (United States)
- Phone: 1-877-330-6366 (Canada)
- LGBT National Help Center: Offers confidential peer support and local resources.
- National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
- Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743
- Senior Hotline: 1-888-234-7243
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Provides 24/7 support for individuals in crisis.
- Phone: 988
- LGBTQI+ individuals under 25 can access specialized support by dialing 988 and then pressing 3, or by texting "PRIDE" to 988.
Remember, embracing your true self is a courageous act of love. Support is available, and you are never alone on this journey.