Health & Wellbeing Posts

April 22, 2025

LGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness: The Crisis, Causes, and Critical Need for Support

Protect LGBTQ+ Homeless Youth LGBTQ+ homelessness, particularly among youth, remains a pressing yet often overlooked issue. Across the United States, LGBTQ+ individuals, especially young people, are disproportionately affected by housing insecurity…

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April 15, 2025

LGBTQ+ Alcoholism: Unpacking Societal Challenges, Cultural Factors, and the Path to Recovery

The Double-Edged Sword of Social Drinking in LGBTQ+ Culture Social drinking has long been intertwined with LGBTQ+ culture, tracing back to the era when gay bars served as vital safe havens for queer individuals seeking connection and community in a…

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April 8, 2025

Building Genuine Self-Confidence for Gay Men: Embracing Vulnerability, Mindfulness, and Self-Acceptance

“If I Have the Choice Between Disappointing You and Myself, I'm Probably Gonna Pick You.” Many gay men pour a tremendous amount of effort into looking “attractive.” We hit the gym religiously, splurge on stylish clothes, per…

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April 3, 2025

Breaking the Cycle of Comparison and Competition Among Gay Men

Survival of the Fiercest? In the world of dating, particularly within the gay community, it’s common to find oneself comparing to others, especially potential partners. Thoughts like “Is he more muscular?” or “Does he seem m…

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March 20, 2025

Rooted in Mindfulness: How Houseplants Foster Self-Care and Growth for Gay Men

Men May Let You Down, But Succulents Never Disappoint In recent years, a growing trend on social media has sparked conversations around the rise of the "plant daddy" and "plant gay" identities. Whether it's a Millennial phenomenon, a queer cultural…

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Feb. 20, 2025

Self-Deprecating Humor’s Effect on LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Self-Esteem

Am I Crying or Laughing? We’re all too familiar with the “sassy gay best friend” trope—a character armed with campy humor and sharp wit, always ready with a quick comeback. While entertaining, these stereotypes have bled int…

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Feb. 11, 2025

The Critical Gap in Sex Education: Addressing the Needs of LGBTQ+ Youth

Because Putting a Condom on a Banana Doesn’t Cut It Growing up gay comes with its own set of unique experiences, setting us apart from our straight peers in ways that extend far beyond the obvious. For many of us, these differences impact our…

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Feb. 4, 2025

Anxiety in Gay Men: Understanding Unique Challenges and Effective Coping Strategies

It’s Giving Anxious Anxiety is a universal experience that affects everyone, regardless of sexual orientation. It's natural to feel anxious in certain situations—whether you're preparing for a big presentation at work or anticipating a …

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Jan. 2, 2025

Opening Your Heart: How Gay Men Can Embrace Kindness and Build Healthier Relationships

Be Nice, But Not Too Nice As we begin a new year, many of us embrace the idea of a fresh start. For some, this includes wading back into the dating pool, eager for love and connection. However, without addressing unresolved issues from the past, we…

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Dec. 30, 2024

Create Your Own Closure: How to Let Go and Embrace a Fresh Start for the New Year

And That, My Friend, is What They Call Closure As each year draws to a close, it's natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions. We often look back on the highs and lows, reflecting on how much has changed. For some, the end of the year brings a sense o…

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