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A Reset for Parents of LGBTQ Kids Who Are Ready for the Quieter Work of Unlearning
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- Aug 28, 2026
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Summary
The unlearning doesn't stop. It just gets quieter, and quieter isn't the same as finished. This Butterfly Effect episode picks up Tuesday's quarterly check-in with one small practice: catching the reflex to label someone before you actually know anything true about them. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Notice the moment you want to label someone's gender or identity before you've been told anything Sit in uncertainty about someone's identity without reaching for a label to ease your own discomfort Ask yourself what you're still doing on autopilot that deserves a second look Press play for this week's word, tiny action, and one line worth stealing. Hi, I’m Heather Hester , and I’m so glad you’re here! Feeling uncertain or overwhelmed? Download my free guide to take you from Panic to Plan. Stay informed - visit my website Join the Conversation on Substack Read my book, Parenting with Pride . Share More Human. More Kind. Invite me to speak at your workshop or event Watch on YouTube Listen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday! This is a place to feel messy while you're figuring it out. At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship , especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ kids . Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and grow their capacity for courageous connection. For parents, allies , and those pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heartwarming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action. Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in, I see you. And I’m so gla…