{"podcast":{"title":"More Human. More Kind. | Parenting LGBTQ Kids, Unlearning Fear, Becoming More Human","slug":"more-human-more-kind-allyship-guidance-for-parents-of-lgbtq-teens-955717","podcast_index_feed_id":955717,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/more-human-more-kind/","website_url":"https://heatherhester.net/podcast","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/741094ec-1943-4614-9af5-11cdfec32910/x3jj435Mv_xWN4iW4xAmzm8T.jpg","author":"Heather Hester | Advocate for Parents of LGBTQ Teens","episode_count":299,"summary":"\"Mom, I think I might be_____.\" Whether that sentence ended in gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, or something they're still figuring out — you're in the right place. Maybe you're scared. Maybe you're grieving something you can't quite name yet. Maybe you're desperate to get this right and terrified you already got it wrong. This show is for you, exactly where you are right now. More Human. More Kind. is hosted by Heather Hester, author of Parenting with Pride and a fierce advocate for LGBTQ kids and the parents who love them. Each week Heather brings lived experience, practical guidance, and the kind of honest conversation that helps you move from fear and confusion to grounded, loving action. Whether you're a parent in the early days of your child coming out, an ally deepening your understanding, or someone unlearning old beliefs to show up better for the people you love, this is your place. Every episode gives you something real: tools for navigating the hard moments, having difficult conversations, guidance on loving boundaries, and the steady reminder that you don't have to figure this out alone. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. 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In this episode of More Human. More Kind. , Heather Hester explores two of the biggest fears parents face when supporting LGBTQ+ or questioning teens: “I think I already messed this up.” “What if I say the wrong thing?” You’ll learn why fear often creates distance in parent-child relationships, how repair rebuilds trust, and why connection matters more than perfect parenting. This episode offers grounded support for parents navigating hard conversations with LGBTQ+ teens, including: how to repair after a parenting mistake what to say when your mind goes blank why emotional safety matters how to stay connected during identity conversations practical phrases that build trust instead of fear If you’re parenting through uncertainty, anxiety, or fear of getting it wrong, this episode will help you feel steadier, calmer, and less alone. Listen to the episode now and download Heather’s free companion guide: Panic to Plan — a grounding resource for parents navigating difficult conversations with LGBTQ+ or questioning teens. 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 heather@heatherhester.net 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…","meta_description":"Download Panic to Plan Here What if you already got it wrong with your child… or you’re terrified you’ll say the wrong thing next? 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