Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen

By Heather Hester

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Episodes: 123

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Do you have a child, teen, or young adult who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or any other beautiful sexual orientation or gender identity? Do you feel alone in your effort to support them on their journey or navigate your own? Heather Hester from Chrysalis Mama is here to transform the conversation around loving, raising, and empowering an LGBTQIA+ teenager as well as being a supportive ally to all LGBTQIA+ people. Since 2017, when her son embraced his sexual orientation as a young gay man, Heather and her family have felt every emotion, and have experienced dozens of situations ranging from heartwarming and humorous to terrifyingly life-threatening. She and her husband initially felt alone and overwhelmed, moving her to want to support others traveling a similar path. She discusses taboo topics and works to erase stigmas surrounding the coming out process and parenting an LGBTQIA+ teen. Heather's shows are both interview and solo offering a wide range of fascinating guests as well as her own episodes where she shares wisdom, stories, and strategies. Sitting in the top 2% of all podcasts, Just Breathe is relatable, educational, and warm. Heather's approach is based on four pillars - to Embrace, Educate, Empower, and Love - and most of all, to reinforce to all LGBTQ people, their families, and their allies that they are not alone!

Episode Date
Looking Back, Moving Forward: The Growth of Queer Identity and Family Ties
May 07, 2024
Unveiling the Heart Behind 'Parenting with Pride'
Apr 23, 2024
Celebrating Diversity, Advocacy, and Hope in Leadership with Dean Nelson
Apr 09, 2024
Cultivating Diversity and Empowerment in Children's Books with Michael Tyler
Mar 26, 2024
Navigating the Digital Maze for LGBTQ+ Parental Guidance
Mar 12, 2024
Unconditional Love and the Voyage Beyond Gender Norms with shawndeez, Ph.D.
Feb 27, 2024
The Art of Communicating Love: What is Your Love Language?
Feb 13, 2024
Parenting with Pride
Jan 30, 2024
Beyond Binary: Embracing Fluidity in Family and Identity with Trystan Reese
Jan 16, 2024
Promoting Acceptance: An Allyship Guide for 2024
Jan 02, 2024
Surviving (and Thriving!) During the Holidays! (Encore)
Dec 19, 2023
When Your LGBTQIA+ Loved One Faces Non-Affirming Folks During the Holidays (Encore)
Dec 05, 2023
A Legacy of Unconditional Love
Nov 21, 2023
Beyond Shadows and Shame: Embracing Self-Love with Michael Mammina
Nov 09, 2023
Empowering at Risk Youth: A Deep Dive into Self-Defense, Confidence-Building, and Youth Empowerment with Suzanne Jean
Oct 24, 2023
Breaking Paradigms and Navigating Life with Breath Work with Jennifer Murray
Oct 10, 2023
The Future of Consent, Representation, and Gender in Culture with Michelle Meek
Sep 26, 2023
Stepping into the Light: Confronting Teen Suicide Risks with AnneMoss Rogers
Sep 12, 2023
Decoding the Whispers of Intuition and Inner Energy with Heather McGuire
Aug 29, 2023
Breaking Free: A Therapist's Journey to Queer Identity | David DeVore
Aug 15, 2023
Becoming a Voice: Advocacy, Mindfulness and Storytelling with Yuval David
Aug 01, 2023
Parenting with Love: Research Insights on Sexual Health in LGBTQ+ Youth with Dr. David Huebner
Jul 25, 2023
Our Family's Transformation through Openness
Jul 18, 2023
Transformative Listening: A Path to Deeper Relationships with Candy Motzek
Jul 11, 2023
Unraveling the Power of Breath and Boundaries with Madhur-Nain Webster
Jul 04, 2023
Embracing Identity, Intersectionality, and Authenticity with Dr. Ronnie Gladden
Jun 27, 2023
StereoType: Empowering Authenticity in Fashion with Elizabeth Brunner
Jun 20, 2023
The Intersection of Sexuality, Gender, and Parenting: A Conversation with Court Vox
Jun 13, 2023
The Power of Unity: Strengthening Support and Fighting for a Brighter Future
Jun 06, 2023
Gender Magic: Achieving your Own Gender Freedom with Rae McDaniel
May 30, 2023
How to Become a Savvy Ally with Jeannie Gainsburg
May 24, 2023
The Coming Out Process: Stage 4 (Acceptance) Stage 5 (Pride) and Stage 6 (Synthesis)
May 16, 2023
Fostering Deeper Family Bonds with Emotional Self-Care and Conscious Parenting Techniques with Maureen Spielman
May 09, 2023
Embracing Authenticity: Genderfluidity, Self-Discovery, and Empowerment with Lori Sweetman
May 02, 2023
The Coming Out Process: Stage 3 - Identity Tolerance
Apr 18, 2023
Odyssey Teen Camp: Embracing Diversity and Acceptance with Adam Simon
Apr 04, 2023
The Coming Out Process: Stage 2 - Identity Comparison
Mar 21, 2023
From People Pleaser to Self-Love: The Journey to Embracing Your True Identity with Annie M Henderson
Mar 07, 2023
The Coming Out Process: Stage 1 - Identity Confusion
Feb 21, 2023
Tragedy, Loss and Love Amidst Family Crisis
Feb 07, 2023
Overcoming Gender Inequity in Schools with Jason Ablin
Jan 24, 2023
Gender Fluid Panel: What Does it Mean to Be Non-Binary?
Jan 10, 2023
Rainbow Stories: Creating Connections Through Shared Experiences
Dec 28, 2022
Emotional Support Animals: Uncovering the Mental Health Connection with Daniel Maigler
Dec 13, 2022
When Your LGBTQIA+ Loved One Faces Non-Affirming Folks During the Holidays
Nov 29, 2022
Beyond Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders with Dr. Theresa Bussart
Nov 15, 2022
Bisexuality, DEI, & Strategic Intentionality with Victoria Pelletier
Nov 01, 2022
Uncovering Unconditional Love with Kim Sorrelle
Oct 18, 2022
Positive Masculinity with the Gender Sensei with Mac McGregor
Oct 04, 2022
Critical Therapy with Silvia Dutchevici
Sep 20, 2022
The Trevor Project and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ People
Sep 06, 2022
Navigating the Digital World with Your Kids with Sarah Maynard
Aug 23, 2022
Bringing Curiosity to The Conversation
Aug 09, 2022
Healing Your Mind, Body and Spirit To Reach Your Highest Potential with Jennifer Takagi
Jul 26, 2022
Your Message Can Change People’s Lives with Michelle Abraham
Jul 12, 2022
How To Be a Good Ally
Jun 28, 2022
Building Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging into a Brand’s Core Values with Crystal Whiteaker
Jun 21, 2022
A Beacon of Authenticity for the Community and Allies Alike with Lisa Sugarman
Jun 14, 2022
Raising LGBTQ Allies with Chris Tompkins
Jun 07, 2022
The Journey of Self-Discovery Continues with Connor Hester
May 31, 2022
Unapologetically Me with Katie Miller
May 17, 2022
Be You; Do You with Sam Castle
May 03, 2022
Manifesting Your Desired Outcome with Candy Motzek
Apr 19, 2022
Show the World Your True Self with Rick Clemons
Apr 05, 2022
Removing Labels with Julie Ann Salisbury and Vicente Asaro
Mar 22, 2022
The Power of Being Present with Mia Moran
Mar 08, 2022
The Tao Te Ching Path to Self-Discovery with Jessie Kanzer
Feb 22, 2022
Talks that Save Lives with Jackie Simmons
Feb 08, 2022
The Importance of Inclusive Literature with Middle Grade Novelist, Greg Howard
Jan 25, 2022
Podapalooza
Jan 11, 2022
Surviving (and Thriving!) During the Holidays! 2021 Repost
Dec 02, 2021
A Few Moments of Gratitude
Nov 15, 2021
Aha Moments
Oct 26, 2021
A Unique Journey Through LGBTQ History - An Interview with Robert Steele
Oct 12, 2021
Introducing Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero, An Interview with Anthony Hand
Sep 28, 2021
Talk About It! Suicide Prevention with Cara McNulty
Sep 15, 2021
The Power of Connection - An Interview with Robbin McManne
Aug 12, 2021
Your Questions Answered!
Jul 31, 2021
A Guide for Depression and Anxiety
Jul 18, 2021
Demystifying Pronouns
Jun 30, 2021
An Interview with Trystan Reese: How We Do Family
Jun 16, 2021
The History of Pride
Jun 02, 2021
Let's Talk About Sex with Dr. David Huebner
May 19, 2021
How to Respond to Biphobia and 5 Common LGBTQ+ Myths
May 03, 2021
The Magic of Mindfulness with Andrew Jordan Nance
Apr 13, 2021
What Your Non-Binary Teen Wishes You Knew with Rae McDaniel
Mar 30, 2021
A Substance Use Primer with Richard Capriola
Mar 16, 2021
Tips for Responding to Non-Affirming or Unsupportive Family and Friends
Mar 07, 2021
Hard Days Suck
Feb 17, 2021
A Gay Man's Guide to Life with Britt East
Feb 02, 2021
Parenting an LGBTQ Teen - Buckle Your Seatbelt!
Jan 19, 2021
How Do Hard Times Help Us Heal? An Interview with Kevin Nahai
Jan 05, 2021
How To Be A Good LGBTQ Ally
Dec 08, 2020
The Transgender Experience: One Woman's Journey
Nov 24, 2020
A Dad's Perspective - A Conversation with Steve
Nov 10, 2020
Struggling for 2020 Vision with Kirsten Beverley-Waters
Oct 27, 2020
Depression Awareness 101 with Maureen Kebo
Oct 13, 2020
Understanding Transgender with Susan Buss, LCSW
Sep 29, 2020
Highs and Lows of Our Coming Out Journey
Sep 15, 2020
Connor Shares His Story - Part Three
Sep 01, 2020
Connor Shares His Story - Part Two
Aug 18, 2020
Connor Shares His Story - Part One
Aug 04, 2020
What Are These Boundaries You Speak Of?! An Interview with Diane Becker Part Two
Jul 21, 2020
What Are These Boundaries You Speak Of?! An Interview with Diane Becker Part One
Jul 07, 2020
Raising Hell with Julie Ferwerda
Jun 23, 2020
Differently Wired with Debbie Reber
Jun 09, 2020
Just Breathe Podcast Trailer
Jun 05, 2020
When It Feels Scary
May 26, 2020
015 - Soul Not Skin with Jen Slumac
May 12, 2020
Protect Your Energy!
Apr 28, 2020
Help Your Teen Manage Their Anxiety with Dr. Melanie McNally
Apr 14, 2020
Faith Questions Answered Part 2 with Susan Cottrell
Mar 31, 2020
Faith Questions Answered with Susan Cottrell
Mar 17, 2020
Understanding the Mental Health of Your LGBTQ Teen
Mar 03, 2020
A Powerful Call to End Teen Suicide with Jay Reid
Feb 18, 2020
Self Care - The Ultimate Plan for Taking Care of YOU!
Feb 04, 2020
Hey Parents, This is What Your Teen Wants You to Know!
Jan 21, 2020
Finding a Support System that Works!
Jan 07, 2020
Tips for Surviving Crises During the Holidays
Dec 10, 2019
Parents, You Get a Process, Too!
Nov 26, 2019
Embracing the Messiness of it All!
Nov 05, 2019
Coming Out - It is a Process!
Nov 05, 2019
Welcome to Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen
Oct 22, 2019