#88 | 6 Signs Your LGBTQ Teen Is Seeking Identity Support — And How Parents Can Help With Courage and Connection

Today's podcast delves into stage three of the coming out process, focusing on identity and orientation tolerance. This stage is crucial as individuals begin to realize they are not alone and actively seek out supportive communities, such as LGBTQ social groups and safe online spaces. Host Heather Hester emphasizes the importance of understanding these stages to better support children and loved ones navigating their identities. She also highlights the potential challenges, such as living a double life, and the need for healthy coping mechanisms. As always, the episode encourages open communication and understanding, reminding listeners that they are not alone on this journey.Connect with Heather:Receive a free excerpt and reflection guide from Heather's book, Parenting with Pride. Find out what kind of ally you are!Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review!Connect [email protected] the Kind Space on PatreonBook a call! Watch on YouTubeListen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday!Takeaways: Stage three of the coming out process is about seeking community support and connection. Understanding the stages of coming out helps parents better support their LGBTQ children. Creating safe spaces for LGBTQ youth is crucial for their emotional well-being and growth. Parents should encourage open conversations with their children about their feelings and identities. Being aware of the challenges of a double life can help parents provide essential support. Engaging with community resources can empower parents and their LGBTQ children through the coming out journey. This show 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 and safety, 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.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy