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The Unperformed Version of You: For Parents of LGBTQ Kids Who Are Tired of Saying I'm Fine
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- Aug 21, 2026
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Summary
Have you ever felt like the more put together you are on the outside, the more chaotic you feel on the inside? This Butterfly Effect episode carries Tuesday's conversation about performance and honesty into one small, practical moment you can catch this week: the pause before you say "I'm fine" on autopilot. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Catch the moment you're about to perform "fine" instead of telling the truth Say one honest sentence this week that you'd normally edit out Check in with yourself at the end of one day about the gap between how you looked and how you felt 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…