Getting married to your partner is the start of something wonderful. The two of you will soon be able to build the life together that you have in your mind. Still, there will be plenty of challenges along the way. Once the reception is completed and you’ve come back from your honeymoon adventure, you may […]

If you are in a same-sex relationship but have conservative parents, chances are you’ve put off having them meet each other for fear of an awkward situation, family arguments or hurt feelings. Now that you and your partner have decided to take your relationship to the next level and get married, you can’t keep putting […]

A wedding is more than a ceremony and reception. From parties before the day of the big event to the honeymoon, the coming together of two people in marriage is a true event. Traditionally, women have had bridal showers in addition to their bachelorette parties. Bridal showers were once meant for the bride and close […]

Starting a new relationship can be scary. The first few months after meeting a romantic partner are typically packed with intense emotions and in-depth internal musings related to this person’s potential as your significant other. Of course, it doesn’t always become easier with time. For many same-sex couples, the struggle comes from understanding the best […]

Many queer people have understood the need to be selective about who they reveal their gender identity and sexual orientation to. For many, it can be a matter of life and death with respect to protection against harm. For many who are LGBTQ+, their quality of life can be negatively impacted by others knowing that […]

Trans individuals who are attracted to people of the same gender are often on the receiving end of ignorant comments, discrimination, and outright rejection by friends, family, and potential romantic partners. Transgender people who do not identify as heterosexual can also benefit from the experiences of coming out and living authentically. One example is author […]

Creators wishing to entertain, enlighten and express their artistic visions have always harnessed new, innovative media forms. It is no different with role-playing video games, which have evolved a long way in the last several decades. From their genesis in the 1960s with the Magnavox Odyssey to modern versions, this medium has introduced many cutting-edge […]

One of the joys about watching your child grow is seeing them learn more about the world around them. Part of this development includes exploration and knowledge of self. Sexual orientation and gender identity are two characteristics that some children become aware of long before being able to articulate their thoughts. The decision to share […]

Drug addiction is a terrifying disease. Though some people might be genetically predisposed to addiction, it is entirely possible for almost anyone to succumb to the downfalls associated with using specific substances. The LGBT community is no stranger to this disease. Addiction is incredibly present amongst gays, lesbians, and transgendered individuals. There are numerous studies […]

Many LGBTQ+ people have experienced discrimination at some point in their lives. For people living at the intersections of sexual or gender identity with race and ethnicity, these experiences are often compounded, with many being harmed by others who are also a part of marginalized groups. We can all benefit from knowing how to better […]