By David W. Wahl — 2021
Why you should embrace labels beyond the traditional binary.
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One of life’s paradoxes is that we are encouraged to “be ourselves,” but are often punished when we do.
Being able to safely affirm one’s gender identity and sexual orientation is crucial to mental and physical well-being. Yet many LGBTQIA+ people face enormous challenges in owning their true identities.
Creating spaces where the need to assimilate, conform, and belong are no longer important
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“Use only that which works, and take it from any place you can find it.” ~ Bruce Lee The premise of his philosophy was efficiency—complete and utter efficiency of the soul.
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