During Pride Month, we take time to celebrate and reflect on the efforts and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. A large part of accepting ourselves and our loved ones starts on the inside and works its way out. Loving one another and our own uniqueness takes bravery, self-compassion, and self-discovery. Practicing mindfulness and speaking with intention can help our community overcome uncertainty, navigate injustice, live authentically, find inner safety, cultivate joy, and grow resilience.
This month, try out Headspace and its new meditations for mindful language. Learn how meditation can help us be who we want to be and offer support to the many people in the LGBTQIA+ community as a place to heal and grow. Just search the app for these guided exercises:
- Pride Affirmations meditation. Embrace your whole self through affirmations.
- Living Authentically meditation. Greet your queer self with more kindness and acceptance.
- Growing Compassion meditation. Act as an ally with radical compassion
If you or someone you know is struggling with their self-identity and acceptance, provided below are some helpful resources. Additionally, you and your household members can give the GW EAP a call for free, confidential support and referrals for 24/7 in-the-moment support.
