#170 | Five (5) Ways Parents and Allies Fail LGBTQ Kids Without Realizing It—And How to Change That
Pride Month Series | More Human. More Kind. with Heather Hester
What if the words you say in a single moment could shape your child’s inner voice for a lifetime?
Whether you're a parent, ally, or someone striving to lead with compassion in a polarized world, understanding how language—spoken and unspoken—impacts our LGBTQ+ loved ones is crucial. This episode explores how your reactions, tone, and body language can either nurture connection or deepen divides.
In this episode you will:
- Discover how to transform missteps into deeper trust and healing with your child.
- Learn the powerful role of tone, body language, and energy in affirming identity and creating safety.
- Get clear, compassionate answers to the complex question: Is it okay to use the word “queer”?
Press play now to learn how you can use language as a bridge—not a barrier—in your journey toward more human, more kind parenting.
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More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen explores connection, courage, and community for every concerned parent, mom, or ally navigating fear, grief, and bigotry with hope, resilience, and empathy. Through open-minded education, inclusive parenting guidance, and advocacy for mental health, safety, and a human first approach, we support LGBTQ youth and stand for human rights and social justice. More Human. More Kind. empowers listeners to shift their mindset, embrace activism and allyship, and lead with kindness, healing, and purpose.
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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 foster courageous, compassionate connection.
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