Our Family's Transformation through Openness

Welcome to a special celebration on Just Breathe. It's our 100th episode!!!Tune in as I'm joined by my husband Steve, son Connor, and daughter Gray, to reflect on the journey our family has taken over the last six and a half years. We'll be sharing insights into the changes we've experienced, how our family dynamic has shifted to a more relaxed and open state, and the maturity growth we've seen in ourselves. We'll also touch on how this openness has made growing up easier for my daughter Gray and how important conversations can take place without fear of judgment.Our conversation will also cover our shifting perspectives on social issues, particularly our evolving understanding of queerness. You'll hear about the importance of openness to new viewpoints, compromise, and how our experiences and environments have shaped our identities. Connect with Heather:Get Your Ally Toolkit Now, including a free primer! https://toolkit.chrysalismama.com/ally-free-giftYouTube: @chrysalismama9499TikTok: @chrysalismamaLearn how you can make an impact: https://linktr.ee/chrysalismamaSolutions listed on her website: https://chrysalismama.com/solutionsPlease subscribe to, rate, and review Just Breathe. And, as always, please share with anyone who needs to know they are not alone!As we navigate the topic of coming out and supporting family, we'll share advice for families with children coming out and discuss the potential impact of educating children about queerness from a young age. Join us as we take a retrospective look at our journey of growth, acceptance, and mutual support.Mentioned in this episode:Pre-order Parenting with Pride Now: https://chrysalismama.com/bookGet your Free "Pronouns Made Simple" download now: https://learnwith.chrysalismama.com/optin

Om Podcasten

Do you have a child, teen, or young adult who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or any other beautiful sexual orientation or gender identity? Do you feel alone in your effort to support them on their journey or navigate your own? Heather Hester from Chrysalis Mama is here to transform the conversation around loving, raising, and empowering an LGBTQIA+ teenager as well as being a supportive ally to all LGBTQIA+ people. Since 2017, when her son embraced his sexual orientation as a young gay man, Heather and her family have felt every emotion, and have experienced dozens of situations ranging from heartwarming and humorous to terrifyingly life-threatening. She and her husband initially felt alone and overwhelmed, moving her to want to support others traveling a similar path. She discusses taboo topics and works to erase stigmas surrounding the coming out process and parenting an LGBTQIA+ teen. Heather's shows are both interview and solo offering a wide range of fascinating guests as well as her own episodes where she shares wisdom, stories, and strategies. Sitting in the top 2% of all podcasts, Just Breathe is relatable, educational, and warm. Heather's approach is based on four pillars - to Embrace, Educate, Empower, and Love - and most of all, to reinforce to all LGBTQ people, their families, and their allies that they are not alone!