We had Dr. Kristie Overstreet on The Porch to talk about how the LGBTQIA+ community navigates unique challenges in life and how allies can better support them. It was a powerful conversation and Dr. Kristie offered a myriad of ideas on how to be an ally.
There were several takeaways:
- Representation is everything. Being in the LGBTQIA+ is not a fad, the younger generation is seeing their experience represented in society, which is allowing space for them to come out with confidence and in larger numbers.
- We never change someone’s mind through argument and locking heads. Choosing curiosity, asking questions, and modeling kindness goes a long way.
Advice for folks in the LGBTQIA+ Community:
- Remember you are the priority not the person that isn't understanding of you, so take care of yourself at all times.
Advice for Allies:
- Find everyday opportunities to challenge binary systems. It’s not a threat to you to push for changes in the same way it is for a LGBTQIA+ person. Use that privilege.
You can find Dr. Kristie here ⬇️
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristieoverstreet/
Website: https://www.therapydepartment.com
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