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Who Is Your LGBTQ Kid Following Online, and What Are They Learning?
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- Jul 7, 2026
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Summary
Your kid has a feed full of people they've never met, and some of those people are quietly teaching them what joy looks and feels like. Do you know what they're learning? For LGBTQ teens especially, finding creators online who live and love the way they do can be genuinely life-changing. But not all joy is created equal. The most successful queer creators have discovered something worth understanding: authentic, lasting joy comes from within, and it shows. In this episode, Heather Hester unpacks the psychology behind your kid's online world and what it means for you as a parent or ally. In this episode you'll learn how to: * Understand what queer creators are actually teaching your LGBTQ+ teen about authentic joy and identity * Recognize the difference between performed happiness and genuine self-expression in the content your kid consumes * Start a curiosity-based conversation with your kid about who they follow and why, without judgment or agenda Press play to understand what's really happening in your kid's online world, and how staying curious keeps you connected to what matters most. 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. Join a private community with other parents and allies just like you! Stay informed - receive my newsletter Invite me to speak at your workshop or event Read my book, Parenting with Pride . Share More Human. More Kind. Please subscribe, rate, and review ! Connect [email protected] Buy Me A Coffee Watch on YouTube Listen to *NEW* episodes every Tuesday and Friday! 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…