🌈 Get ready for a profoundly empowering episode of "Touched and Empowered" with your hosts Katie and Ace! 🎙️ In this installment, they unravel the transformative journey of building your own self-built muscle in cheerleading – a metaphor for breaking through the fear of being seen.
💪 Part of the family mission for teen suicide prevention, the episode takes a poignant turn as Katie shares about her sister's first suicide attempt. Navigate through the complexities of self-discovery as Austin tackles the challenges of figuring out his identity.
🌈 Both sides of the fence are explored, delving into the importance of preferred names and pronouns, the power of photography for transgender youth, and the significance of a LGBTQIA+ center in Los Angeles.
🏳️⚧️ Balancing hormones, navigating middle school, and the evolution of LGBTQIA+ terminology from the old alphabet to the present day are discussed. Get a glimpse into what it felt like to transition in the 90s and the impact of cultural influences like the first episode of "Sex and the City."
💖 "Take me as I am, or leave me" becomes a mantra as the hosts emphasize the importance of embracing diversity in all its forms. Discover the challenges of transitioning in the state of Florida and the humorous journey of names, from blaming Katrina for a hurricane to the evolution of Mary Grace.
😂 Unleashing the humor in family dynamics, Katie and Ace declare themselves as soul sisters, recounting tales of working with teens as young as seven and the undeniable humor that comes with family bonds.
🌺 The episode concludes with a profound message – healing is not only possible but essential. Katies share about becoming a safe space for family, and the joy of reconnecting with sisters after years of silence.
Tune in for laughter, tears, and a journey towards self-discovery and acceptance. 🔥🌟 #EmpowermentJourney #AuthenticityMatters #TouchedAndEmpowered 🚀✨
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