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It’s International Day Against Homophobia, Trans

It’s International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Observed on May 17, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia marks the decision to remove homosexuality from the International Classifications of Diseases of the WHO in 1990.

132 countries unite on this day each year to raise awareness for LGBTQIA+ rights.

We have come so far in the last century, but we still have a long way to go.

Even the terminology “phobia” is a step in the wrong direction.

This term alludes to fear and anxiety, when in reality, people aren’t scared, they are bigoted and hate-filled.

You can celebrate this important day by educating yourself on the correct terminology, so you can speak confidently and correctly about these issues in the workplace and outside of it.

It is truly disturbing how much hate still exists for the LGBTQIA+ community and it is important that all of us work to be part of the solution to reach true equality and inclusion.

Honoring days like today, and educating ourselves on ways to be a better ally, are small ways in which we can all show support.

How do you feel when it comes to talking about rac

How do you feel when it comes to talking about racism, justice, or equity?

What if someone prompts you or asks you to consider your own internal biases or complicity?

It’s hard & uncomfortable, right?

I know it is.

But no journey worth taking is ever comfortable or easy.

Attempting to protect yourself from that sense of discomfort doesn’t do anyone any good.

Not you, and not the marginalized folks out there who face oppression on a daily basis.

When we start talking about these things, and it makes us uncomfortable, that’s a sign it's time to listen 👂and pay attention 👀.

Think about why it makes you uncomfortable. Consider a change in perspective.

Seek out resources that can help you understand your discomfort and show you a different path (I've got lots I would be happy to share with you!)

None of us are perfect. We will take missteps.

But wouldn’t it be beautiful if we could be kind to ourselves, while also understanding that we are just as responsible for creating change as the next person?

That discomfort is just kinda part of the deal here?

Pretending that we, as individuals, are not part of the problem will never create any sort of solution.

We all need to do this work together if we want to create true and honest change in the world 🌎

Let's be a SAFE space for our kids! 🌈 Did you

Let's be a SAFE space for our kids! 🌈

Did you know that 🏳️‍🌈LGBTQIA+🏳️‍🌈 children are 4x more likely to commit suicide than their peers?

Yes, this is the alarming and terrible reality we live in.

A reality where OUR children suffer:

👉 For something they have NO control over
👉 For being who they are
👉 For NOT conforming to mainstream societal standards

And it needs to stop.

Because we fail as humans when we value someone's identity over their BEING! 🥺 👎
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So…what can we ACTUALLY do to support our children?

Well, for starters, you can learn to respect their pronouns. 💁

Research shows that transgender 🌈 and nonbinary 🌈 youth who reported having pronouns respected by all or most people in their lives attempted suicide at HALF THE RATE 😲 of those who did not have their pronouns respected.

That's right! Something so simple can have such an enormous impact.💥

And I would also like to share my personal experience here.

When my kid was just 10, they told me they were nonbinary and that they wanted to change their name.

Now, a year later, they have explored a variety of names! They have changed their gender identity multiple times. And I'm pretty sure we've used every pronoun to refer to them at one point or another. 😊

Still, at 11, I fully expect that the kiddo I know today is not the final version of themself.

And that's okay!

All they need to know is I stand with them, no matter what name they use, what their pronouns are, etc. 🤗

And this is what EVERY kid needs! Just some SUPPORT! 🫂

The more SUPPORT a kid has, the less likely they are to take their lives. End of discussion. Hard stop.✋🌈

So, LET'S BE A SAFE SPACE FOR OUR KIDS AND ACCEPT THEM FOR WHO THEY ARE! ❤️💚💜

P.S. If you want to go the extra mile, you can advocate for more gender inclusivity and representation in everything, from school to sports, fashion to medical care to media. You can also show your support for inclusive brands! 🏳️‍🌈 Start small and keep learning and expanding!

Source🔗
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2020/?section=Supporting-Transgender-Nonbinary-Youth

There is nothing I love more than when clients are

There is nothing I love more than when clients are blown away by the results they get after working together 💕 🙌 🎉

There are definitely a lot of experts out there, and it can be difficult to know who to trust - especially when conflicting information is involved.

I am grateful to be one of those people that you trust, and I don't take that responsibility lightly!

Stacy said: "Meg is a master at digging into my Facebook strategy, posting, advertising, and audience. I had no idea how important audiences were! Her posts always get more engagement than I've had before. She's helped me understand why I should have a strategy, how to build out that strategy, and how to tweak and maintain it specific to my business. I don't have to go out and listen to all the noise out there around Facebook. I know Meg researches to keep up on the latest developments. She provides actionable steps to make it simple to understand and easy to implement."

How do you feel about saying “no” to things th

How do you feel about saying “no” to things that don’t serve you?

As a serial people pleaser for far too much of my life, let me know if this story resonates with you at all:

You know you don't want to do something, but then you feel overwhelmed, anxious, and guilty for your reluctance.

You try to justify yourself, make excuses, and even second-guess your judgment.

The struggle is real. 🥵

But the thing is, when you say yes to everything, you put others' needs before your own. You neglect yourself.

That's a hefty price to pay for people to like you. There are cheaper ways, like ice cream. 😆

So, please dear friends, put yourself first! Because you can’t pour from an empty cup.

Learn to say no without feeling guilty or making excuses. It's not rude, and it's certainly not selfish. 💙

Trust me; it gets easier once you start saying "no" and realize the power that comes with it! 💪

🎊 FUN FACT: I like to channel my inner Alexis Rose and say, "I don't think that's the right journey for me at this point in time," to hype myself up when I have to say "no". 💁🏼‍♀️

Type your favorite way to say "no" below!👇

Here at the Brunson house (on wheels), every month

Here at the Brunson house (on wheels), every month is 🏳️‍🌈Pride month!

We celebrate it with bells on, singing and dancing our little patooties off. 🍑

Want to know why?

Because the world needs it. We need it.

Love is love is love is love. Can I say it one more time? LOVE. IS. LOVE.

As both a parent and business owner, I am committed to honesty, vulnerability, and openness as I continue to work towards educating myself and my children to become more inclusive.

Raising a gender-queer child offers me a unique perspective, but aside from my personal ties, we make a point to celebrate Pride simply because we want to be better humans.

We celebrate it by reading books, listening to podcasts, following social media accounts and watching TV shows and movies that represent the LBGTQIA+ community.

These are some of our household favorites:
🏳️‍🌈 First Day (Hulu)
🏳️‍🌈 The Babysitters Club (Netflix)
🏳️‍🌈 Stephen Universe (Cartoon Network)
🏳️‍🌈 The Owl House (Disney+)
🏳️‍🌈 Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts (Netflix)

We also celebrate it by simply having open conversations with our kids. By letting them know we are here for support, and by being loud and proud about our unwavering support & acceptance for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Sometimes, all they need is to know you care. And that your love has no bounds, regardless of their gender or sexual orientation. It’s not rocket science 🚀, my friends!

We can all be allies, but it will look different for each and every one of us based on our own identities, lived experiences and understanding of both privilege and power.

If you’re feeling uncertain about how to approach a conversation with your child, or even a friend or co-worker, send me a DM. I am happy to chat and share the many, many resources I have cultivated on my own journey toward embracing inclusivity in our lives and household!

I’d love to hear from you — what are your favorite books, podcasts, TV shows or movies that represent the LBGTQIA+ community? Drop a note in the comments! ⤵️

Discover how you can change your approach to socia

Discover how you can change your approach to social media, using Andréa's framework for navigating social media in a more mindful way, with simple actions to help ease the overwhelm and find joy in social media again.

Listen on your favorite podcasting platform - just search for "FamilyPreneur" or click the LINK IN BIO

My dad died two days before I turned 12. And at h

My dad died two days before I turned 12.

And at his funeral, there were these little prayer cards - there were a variety of photos on the front, and on the back was a poem titled, "Miss me, but let me go."

I saved a collection of those cards and committed the poem to memory throughout my early-teen years.

One of the lines from the poem especially touched me, and it goes something like this:

"When you're lonely or sick of heart, Go to the friends we know.
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds - miss me, but let me go."

It's a message that has stayed with me ever since! ❤️

When you are kind to others, they're not the only ones who feel good; you make yourself feel better too. 🌟 And therein lies the beauty of kindness!

A couple weeks ago, a complete stranger yelled at me in the middle of Walmart because he held hate for people who were different from him... once I gathered my composure to continued shopping, I was able to help a person shorter than I am reach an item on the top shelf, and I helped an elderly employee re-route customer traffic around a huge spill while they radioed other employees for help.

That ugly situation could have ruined my day - but I was able to feel a bit sorry for him and his narrow-mindedness - and turn to doing good deeds.

And it truly helped me turn the situation around.

Hence, consider this a sign to start being KIND, spread LOVE, and make the world a truly BETTER place. ✨🌍

I often look for parents that I can compliment, because we need to stick together - or even just complimenting someone else on their appearance ... just trying to spread kindness in any way possible.

Drop a ❤️ below to affirm!

Sometimes, people don’t realize how tricky Mothe

Sometimes, people don’t realize how tricky Mother’s Day can be.

As a mom, I can’t deny that I love spending the day with my kiddos and being spoiled a little more than usual by my husband.

But, I am also cognizant of the fact that not all families look like mine, and for some, it can actually be a tough day.

Women grieving the loss of a child or praying to get pregnant, sisters who are primary caretakers, families with two dads, children grieving their mothers, the list goes on.

Mothers Day is a day of reflection for all and should be treated with a wider understanding of motherhood.

I hope you spend this Mothers Day giving thanks to the maternal figures in your life, no matter what that may look like. 💐

You know when you just find your people? The Famil

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We lean on each other, have access to a growing library of training resources from industry-leading experts and we understand what it’s like to be lucky to get 20 uninterrupted minutes in a day!

We’ve also learned a valuable lesson: accessing training opportunities, accountability and support in a community of like-minded entrepreneurs saves us money 💰 and time ⌚ in the day for the things that matter — like hanging out with your sweet kiddos!

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Hi friends! With so many national holidays swirlin

Hi friends! With so many national holidays swirling around (eh em, National Submarine Day? National Sourdough Bread Day?), things can get lost in the vortex.

Sometimes, an important one will pass by without much commotion. It’s hard to know and appreciate the background of all national holidays.

I do love to speak about some of the national and international holidays, though, particularly when they help promote inclusivity, culture, and acceptance in our country.

✨ National Day of Prayer is one of them ✨

National Day of Prayer occurs on the first Thursday of May (May 5 this year!) and is meant to be a day for people of ALL faiths to unite in a prayer for peace.

Despite what many may believe, it is not an exclusively Christian holiday. Even if you do not practice any particular faith, meditation and positive thoughts are also lovely ways to celebrate the day!

National Day of Prayer is recognized by Americans of many religions, including Christians of many denominations, Protestants, Catholics, Sikhs, Muslims, Hindus, and Jews.

Which, I think, is a beautiful reflection of the diverse demographics of the United States. Traditionally, the President of the United States issues an official National Day of Prayer proclamation each year.

Americans celebrating the day often assemble in prayer in front of courthouses, and houses of worship, such as churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples.

Luncheons, picnics, and music performances revolving around praying for the nation are also popular observances, so feel free to celebrate however you want, in any way that feels good to you! 🙏 ❤️

Cinco de Mayo needs no introduction! 😀 It's t

Cinco de Mayo needs no introduction! 😀

It's the American favorite Mexican holiday that falls on May 5.

Today, it involves celebrating Mexican heritage and culture with parties, parades, traditional Mexican food and mariachi music. 💃

It’s a wildly popular holiday here in the States, and many, many Americans think that it marks Mexican Independence Day.

The Coles Notes of the History Behind Cinco De Mayo:

Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration which marks the anniversary of the day when the Mexican army celebrated a military victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

The event is seen as quite significant in changing the trajectory of the history of the United States, and North America as a whole.

Struggling economically at the time, Mexico was intervened by the French (for the 2nd time) with hopes of gaining control of the country under the rule of Napoleon 111.

They planned to overthrow Benito Juarez, the Mexican president at the time, but things didn’t go as planned. The Mexican Army managed to successfully win over their opponents, and Cinco De Mayo was declared a national holiday days later.

There is much, much more to the story - but that’s the gist of it!

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For many, celebrating Cinco de Mayo doesn’t mean much more than eating tacos 🌮and getting drunk off tequila🍸, but it is a significant historical event that deserves to be recognized.

There's a thin line between (cultural) appropriation and appreciation.

When you celebrate a holiday without educating yourself on the history or culture of the holiday, that's appropriation. Plain and simple. 🤨

So this Cinco de Mayo, dig into the story behind it, friend! It is a fascinating time in history that is well worth learning about!

Here's an article to help you get started with exploring the history of Cinco de Mayo👇 https://www.history.com/topics/holiday

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