About this episode
DAY 8MORE HUMAN MOMENTS FOR THE MOST WONDERFUL (AND COMPLICATED!) TIME OF THE YEAR12 TINY REBELLIONS TO COUNTER HOLIDAY CHAOSEver found yourself watching your LGBTQ+ child shrink at a family tradition that no longer feels right? You're not imagining it, and you're not alone.In Day 8 of the More Human, More Kind holiday capsule, Heather Hester explores why some holiday rituals, like gendered gift exchanges, no longer fit, and how that discomfort can be a powerful invitation to reimagine connection. Tradition should never come at the expense of belonging.You’ll walk away with:A framework for evaluating family traditions through the lens of inclusionPermission to retire or redesign rituals that no longer reflect your family’s realityCreative ideas for new traditions that center empathy, visibility, joy, and chosen familyA grounding reflection practice to help you reconnect with what truly mattersToday’s Strategy: Redesign traditions that don’t support your LGBTQ+ child’s safety, joy, or sense of belonging. Ask: Does this create connection or exclusion?Creative Ritual:Complete the sentence:This year, we will introduce a ritual that helps us feel ________.(Connected? Seen? Safe? Choose your value—and reflect it in one small new practice.)Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!Are you ready to take action? Let's connect and create a personalized plan!Stay informed - receive my newsletter 2x/monthInvite me to speak at your workshop or eventRead my book, Parenting with Pride. Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review!Connect heather@heather
