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What To Wear on Your Same-Sex Wedding Day

When it comes time for your special day, you want everything to be absolutely perfect. The venue, the flowers, the music — each and every detail needs to come together to create your dream wedding. One of the biggest factors to consider is what to wear for your wedding.  What Not To Wear It’s important […]

Addressing Drug Abuse in the LGBT Community

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 […]

How Ancient Cultures Viewed Homosexuality

The LGBT community is often the target of a lot of debate in the media. While same-sex couples gained the right to marry in 2015, there are still contentious opinions on the matter. It might seem as if this is a battle that has been raging since the dawn of time. In reality, that’s not […]

Five Things LGBTQ+ People of Color Wish You Knew

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 […]

Conversion Therapy Questions That Need Answering

Although attitudes towards LGBTQ+ people appear to be moving in a positive direction, there is still a long way to go when it comes to widespread acceptance. People in these communities still experience discrimination, prejudice and violence from others. Conversion therapy involves the practice of converting one’s homosexuality or bisexuality to heterosexuality using psychological, physical […]

Infusing Music by LGBT Artists Into Your Wedding

As you and your partner begin to prepare for your wedding day, you are probably having a lot of conversations surrounding how your ceremony will go. Each detail of your special day will play a part in the overall success of the occasion. While it is not wise to stress out over the planning stages, […]

What LGBTQ+ People Should Know About Homeowners’ Associations

With more queer couples formalizing their unions with marriage, it should be no surprise that many are considering homeownership. Buying a house in the United States is a complex process. It’s often more complicated than buying a car or major appliance for most people. Between finding a good realtor, checking your credit history, securing a […]

Five Ideas for Same-Sex Weddings

With same-sex marriages being legal in the United States, many couples are solemnizing their union as partners in ceremonies that resemble the traditions common in heterosexual weddings. Gay or straight, there are only a few requirements that make a marriage legal, and none of them involve an expensive white dress or a stirring rendition of […]

Pride Flags 101: A Quick Guide

It’s a common tendency among humans to create or co-opt symbols to represent themselves or their larger communities. LGBTQ individuals are no different, crafting emblems and logos infused with deeper meanings. Some of these symbols, particularly pride flags, have been recreated in various iterations to represent the communities and identities falling under the LGBTQ umbrella. […]

Dealing With Drama: Combat Negativity Before Your Wedding

Weddings can bring out both the best and the worst in people. Most of your friends, family, and acquaintances will offer warm congratulations on your engagement. You’ll likely also share your excitement with those in your inner circle. However, you may encounter a few thoughtless, prying, rude, or blatantly unsupportive people whose words and antics […]