November 18 - "I Believe You" - The Most Important Thing You Can Say to Your LGBTQ+ Child - 60s - Cu

Heather Hester tells parents of LGBTQ+ children to say
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Here's the truth: identity doesn't need your permission to exist. It already is. What it needs though is your protection to thrive, and that starts with belief. Once again, you don't have to get it to believe it. You just need to allow the possibility. If only for a moment to acknowledge that your child may actually know who they are better than you do. Take one breath before your words and let curiosity lead instead of fear. That pause might be the most powerful sentence you never say. Okay, so here's the nitty-gritty on what to do when your child opens up.
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