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5 Tips for Coming Out to Family During Thanksgiving

By Brittaney Latta

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Posted: November 20, 2023

Thanksgiving is supposed to be a time for gratitude and connection. Still, for those contemplating coming out as an LGBTQIA+ person to their family, it can be a mix of excitement, terror, and dread. In this blog post, we'll explore five helpful tips to help you in this scary but rewarding process. I seriously wish I had the internet when I came out because, boy, did I do it so wrong! But guess what- I still don't regret ripping off the Band-Aid and stepping into my true, authentic self as a bisexual person. 1. Gratitude and Honesty:

How to Find Friends as an Adult

By Brittaney Latta

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Posted: November 20, 2023

You may remember growing up, meeting your best friend on the playground or making friends in French class. As adults, we don't have systems built in to make friends like we did as children. We can't even reach out to loved ones for help, because while it's socially acceptable to say "I'm looking for a boyfriend", its not socially acceptable to say "I'm looking for a best friend." If you want to find a friend as an adult, it's going to be a lot like finding a romantic partner. Envision Your Friend

5 Activities to Help You Love Your Single Life

By Brittaney Latta

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Posted: November 13, 2023

If you believe the many rom-coms filmed throughout the years, singles are sad, miserable, and lonely people who sit around waiting for someone to come along and “complete them.” Why has this myth been perpetuated to such gargantuan proportions? Did you know that studies have found that single people usually have more active lives than married people?

3 Reasons to Stay Single (At Least For a While) After a Breakup

By Brittaney Latta

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Posted: November 8, 2023

There is something to be said about taking a break after a breakup. When you’ve ended a difficult marriage or relationship, you may feel like putting yourself back out there and start dating again. But here are some reasons why it’s best to stay single for a while: You Need to Process.