Together Moving Forward: Embrace Your LGBTQ Identity With Pride Through Self Love

Stef Vachon
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Have you ever felt disconnected from your true self, wishing you could embrace your LGBTQ identity with confidence and pride? Together Moving Forward is a podcast helping 2SLGBTQIA+ people embrace self-love and self-respect, so you can celebrate yourself with pride. Hosted by Stef, a queer French-Canadian who’s walked his own path toward healing and acceptance, this show reminds you that you’re never alone in your journey. Each week, you’ll discover: Practical tools to build resilience and strengthen your self-love and identity.Heartfelt reflections and affirmations that help you heal and celebrate who you are with pride.Real, vulnerable stories from the Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and nonbinary community. Tune in every Monday to learn how to embrace self-love and self-respect! Begin with our listener-favorite episode: #47 - How Letting Go of Validation Changed My LGBTQ Identity, Pride, and Healing This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. #81 - Why LGBTQ Pride Alone Won't Help You Love Your Identity & What to Do Instead

    1d ago

    #81 - Why LGBTQ Pride Alone Won't Help You Love Your Identity & What to Do Instead

    Have you ever wondered why embracing your LGBTQ identity publicly can still leave you struggling with self-acceptance privately? Many people assume that coming out or celebrating Pride automatically leads to confidence and freedom. But for many LGBTQ individuals, the deeper journey begins after coming out. In this episode, returning guest Derick Hachey LGBTQ coach, explores the difference between being out and truly feeling free, how internalized shame can linger long after coming out, and why self-love is essential for living authentically. In this episode, you'll discover: Why celebrating Pride and accepting your identity are two different parts of the journeyHow to recognize when you're performing confidence instead of living authenticallyPractical ways to develop self-love, self-validation, and emotional safety within yourself Listen now to learn how embracing self-love can help you move beyond survival, fully accept your LGBTQ identity, and celebrate yourself with genuine pride. Discover Derick Hachey: https://www.derickhcoaching.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derickhcoaching/ New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  2. #80 - How to Reclaim Your LGBTQ Identity Through Self-Love, Pride & Second Chances

    Jun 22

    #80 - How to Reclaim Your LGBTQ Identity Through Self-Love, Pride & Second Chances

    Have you ever walked away from something you loved because shame, fear, or life circumstances made it feel impossible to continue? For many LGBTQ people, the journey toward Pride is about much more than coming out, it's about reclaiming parts of ourselves that were lost to fear, bullying, rejection, or shame. In this deeply personal episode, Stef shares how returning to figure skating after decades away became a powerful journey of healing, self-love, and rediscovering his true identity. You’ll discover: How self-love can help you reconnect with parts of yourself that were hidden by fear, shame, or past experiencesWhy reclaiming your identity is one of the most powerful acts of Pride and personal healingHow it's never too late to return to something you love and create a meaningful new chapter in your life Ready to believe that your story isn't over and that reclaiming your authentic self is still possible? This episode will remind you that your comeback may be closer than you think. New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  3. #79 - How Juelz Reclaimed Her LGBTQ Identity & Found Pride Through Self-Love and Recovery

    Jun 15

    #79 - How Juelz Reclaimed Her LGBTQ Identity & Found Pride Through Self-Love and Recovery

    What happens when you stop hiding who you are and finally choose to live your truth? In this powerful episode of Together Moving Forward, Stef sits down with Juelz — host of Talking T-ea — to talk about LGBTQ identity, Pride, addiction recovery, self-love, and the courage it takes to fully embrace yourself. Juelz shares her deeply personal journey as a trans woman navigating shame, healing, recovery, relationships, and learning how to truly respect herself after years of feeling unheard. Through honest conversation and lived experience, this episode reminds you that your story matters, and that healing begins the moment you stop running from who you are. In this episode, you’ll discover: How self-love can help you heal from shame, addiction, and rejectionWhy embracing your LGBTQ identity with pride takes courage, and daily self-respectHow sharing your story can empower both your healing journey and your community If you’ve ever struggled to feel accepted, worthy, or confident in your identity, this episode will remind you that you are not alone, and that your truth has power. Follow Juelz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juelz_cruzn/ Talking T-ea on Buzzsprout: https://talkingtea.buzzsprout.com New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  4. #78 - Why LGBTQ Identity Is Impacting Your Self-Love & How To Embrace Pride Fully

    Jun 8

    #78 - Why LGBTQ Identity Is Impacting Your Self-Love & How To Embrace Pride Fully

    Are you struggling to fully accept your LGBTQ identity and truly feel pride in who you are? In this powerful episode, Zachary Randles, host of Everything & Anything… and a Bit Gay, shares his deeply personal journey from denial and fear to fully living in authenticity, self-love, and pride. If you’ve ever struggled with accepting who you are or feared how others might react, this conversation will resonate deeply. You’ll hear how real-life experiences, coming out challenges, and honest conversations can transform the way you see your identity, and yourself. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to move from denial to fully embracing your LGBTQ identity with confidenceWhy giving people time, and yourself grace, is key to navigating your identity journeyHow surrounding yourself with the right people can completely change your confidence and self-acceptance Ready to step into your LGBTQ identity with more self-love, confidence, and pride? This is the episode you don’t want to miss, press play now. About Zach: https://everythingandanythingpodcast.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealzachre New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  5. #77 – Why LGBTQ Pride & Identity Are Impacting Your Self-Love Journey More Than You Think

    Jun 1

    #77 – Why LGBTQ Pride & Identity Are Impacting Your Self-Love Journey More Than You Think

    Are you celebrating Pride… or still struggling to truly love yourself behind the scenes? For many in the LGBTQ community, Pride looks joyful on the outside, but internally, self-love can feel out of reach. This episode dives into the deeper truth behind Pride and Identity, exploring how healing, not celebration, is often where real transformation begins. In this episode, you’ll discover: How LGBTQ Pride & Identity connect directly to your ability to build real self-loveWhy external achievements won’t fix internal struggles, and what actually willThe small but powerful steps you can take to start reclaiming your identity and worth Are you ready to move beyond surface-level Pride and start building real self-love from within? This episode will guide you forward, one step at a time. New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  6. #76 - How to Set Boundaries to Protect Your LGBTQ Identity, Pride & Self-Respect

    May 25

    #76 - How to Set Boundaries to Protect Your LGBTQ Identity, Pride & Self-Respect

    Ever feel like you’re shrinking yourself just to keep the peace in your LGBTQ identity and relationships? If you’ve ever struggled to balance compassion for others with staying true to who you are, this episode will hit home. In this conversation with Heather Hester, speaker, coach, and founder of More Human, More Kind, we dive into the real, messy process of unlearning old beliefs, embracing your LGBTQ identity, and setting boundaries that protect your pride without losing your humanity. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to set healthy boundaries without guilt, even with close familyPractical ways to stop people-pleasing and stay true to your LGBTQ identityHow protecting your pride actually strengthens your self-respect and relationships Tune in now to learn how to confidently set boundaries and fully embrace your LGBTQ identity with pride. Everything about Heather: https://www.heatherhester.net New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
  7. #75 - How One LGBTQ Voice Found Pride & Identity By Letting Go of Labels

    May 18

    #75 - How One LGBTQ Voice Found Pride & Identity By Letting Go of Labels

    Are you struggling to feel confident in your LGBTQ identity, even when you’re doing “everything right”? In this episode, Cal Lerchi, a San Francisco-based creative, performer, and advocate, shares how they’ve navigated identity, self-expression, and self-love through singing, cycling, and drag. As someone who challenges labels and embraces fluidity, Cal offers a refreshing perspective on what it really means to live authentically within the LGBTQ community. By listening, you’ll discover: How to build genuine self-love without relying on labels or external validationWhy embracing fluidity can strengthen your LGBTQ identity and sense of prideHow joy and self-expression can become powerful tools for healing and confidence Listen now to reconnect with your identity, embrace your pride, and start building real self-love from within. New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  8. #74 - How He Turned Pain Into LGBTQ Pride & Identity By Simply Taking the Next Step

    May 11

    #74 - How He Turned Pain Into LGBTQ Pride & Identity By Simply Taking the Next Step

    Have you ever felt like it’s too late to fully embrace your LGBTQ identity and truly feel pride in who you are? In this episode, Alan Lessik shares his powerful journey featured in From Pain to Purpose, from living with chronic illness and personal setbacks to discovering self-love, purpose, and expression through ice skating later in life. His story is a reminder that your identity isn’t something you find someday, it’s something you choose to live, right now. By listening, you’ll discover: How to reconnect with your LGBTQ identity and build self-love, no matter your age or pastWhy embracing the present moment is the key to feeling real pride in who you areHow to turn life’s challenges into a path toward purpose, confidence, and authenticity Ready to stop waiting and start embracing your LGBTQ identity with pride? This episode will inspire you to take your next step forward. Discover Alan: https://alanlessik.com From Pain to Purpose: A film by Hendrik Welling: https://www.dw.com/en/adult-ice-skating-from-pain-to-purpose/video-76568833 New episodes every Monday. More from Together Moving Forward: Click here to contact me through the website to become a featured guest on the podcast or to get more information. Or visit: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com Now booking keynote speaking engagements: From Survival to Self-Love How I Finally Learned to Embrace My LGBTQ Identity With Pride — And How You Can Too Click here for more information Or click here: https://togethermovingforwardpodcast.com/speaking/ Click here to follow us on Instagram. Or click here: https://www.instagram.com/togethermovingforwardpodcast/ This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Have you ever felt disconnected from your true self, wishing you could embrace your LGBTQ identity with confidence and pride? Together Moving Forward is a podcast helping 2SLGBTQIA+ people embrace self-love and self-respect, so you can celebrate yourself with pride. Hosted by Stef, a queer French-Canadian who’s walked his own path toward healing and acceptance, this show reminds you that you’re never alone in your journey. Each week, you’ll discover: Practical tools to build resilience and strengthen your self-love and identity.Heartfelt reflections and affirmations that help you heal and celebrate who you are with pride.Real, vulnerable stories from the Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and nonbinary community. Tune in every Monday to learn how to embrace self-love and self-respect! Begin with our listener-favorite episode: #47 - How Letting Go of Validation Changed My LGBTQ Identity, Pride, and Healing This podcast celebrates LGBTQ, LGBTQ+ and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity and Pride, sharing stories of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and nonbinary people who are healing, building resilience, and embracing self-love, self-respect, and community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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