September 15, 2019

Coming Out | We are all worthy of love

I’m not gay. I have read so many beautiful and depressing stories here and as a straight woman, and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, so many of you were failed by our religious community. … Read the rest here

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23 hours ago

For many of us, the “wrong train” represents a path not our own—conformity to societal expectations, suppression of our true selves, or relationships that demand we hide who we are. It’s a journey that may begin with good intentions or external pressures, but the further it carries us from our core, the greater the toll. That cost isn’t just measured in time—it’s the emotional and psychological weight of living inauthentically, a burden many in our community know too well.

Stepping off at the “nearest station” requires courage: coming out despite uncertainty, ending harmful dynamics, or embracing a gender identity that defies convention. The decision can bring challenges—strained family ties, workplace discrimination, or personal doubt—but delaying only compounds the difficulty of returning to one’s truth.

Yet this is also a story of empowerment. 🏳️‍⚧️♥️🏳️‍🌈

Each time we choose to disembark—whether as a proud lesbian, a visible trans advocate, or an affirmed asexual individual—we redefine our trajectory. The initial step may feel daunting, but it paves the way for a life aligned with who we are.

This isn’t just advice—it’s a call to action. If the path you’re on doesn’t fit, exit at the next stop. The return to yourself is worth every effort.

There’s a station approaching, now.

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2 days ago

JK Rowling’s back at it—taking a break from her usual transphobia to swing at asexual folks this time. On International Asexuality Day (April 6), she sneered on X, calling it ‘Fake Oppression Day’ for people who ‘want strangers to know they don’t fancy a shag.’ Oof.

She then doubled down, questioning how asexuals even know if they’re gay or straight—like, Jo, sexual attraction isn’t the same as romantic orientation. Basic stuff.

It’s not her first brush with controversy, but mocking a group still fighting for recognition—on a day meant to spotlight them—lands particularly off-key.

Asexuality, for the uninitiated, is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or low-to-no interest in sexual activity. It’s not celibacy (a choice) but an orientation, often paired with romantic identities. Estimates suggest 1-2% of people identify as asexual—around 70-140 million globally, per researchers like Anthony Bogaert—though stigma means many stay quiet. In a recent interview, singer David Archuleta, shared his own personal experiences of asexuality.

Rowling’s quip ignores the reality of millions of people—reducing a spectrum of experience to a punchline. Asexual activist Yasmin Benoit, who co-founded the day, told PinkNews: “She’s made [asexuality] more visible by hating on it—ironic, really.”

Where Rowling stumbles: this isn’t about attention-seeking. Studies, like the 2018 UK National LGBT Survey, show asexual people are as likely as gay or lesbian individuals to face conversion therapy—pushed to ‘fix’ something that isn’t broken. Benoit’s work with King’s College adds weight: ace folks endure erasure, coercion, and mental health strain from constant invalidation. For an author who built a world celebrating uniqueness, Rowling’s dismissal feels like a betrayal of her own narrative. Maybe it’s time she steps back from X and lets the ace community claim the spotlight they’ve earned. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

A very popular meme has been circulating on social media implying that there is no such thing as a transgender child.

We immediately noticed an error in the meme—so we fixed it.

You’re welcome. ♥️

If you still want to argue about the realities of gender incongruity and diversity, we invite you to stop sharing memes and starting learning more.

The TransYouth Project, led by Kristina Olson at the University of Washington (now at Princeton University), is a pioneering longitudinal study focused on understanding the development, health, and well-being of transgender and gender-nonconforming children. Launched in 2013, it’s one of the largest and most comprehensive efforts to track these kids over time, offering key insights into their gender identity, mental health, and social experiences.

That study is a great place to start—

Just being a decent human is another place to start. It’s not necessary to hurt people because of your lack of understanding and compassion. ... See MoreSee Less

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