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Countless Sleepless Nights

Countless Sleepless Nights

By: Carina Maggar
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 Countless Sleepless Nights is a collection of coming-out stories and experiences told by those who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Guests are interviewed by Carina Maggar; Author of Countless Sleepless Nights, the book (March 2024) and How to Make Work Not Suck: Honest Advice For People with Jobs (2022).

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Episodes
  • The Straight Pill

    The Straight Pill
    Mar 4 2024
    Join me, Carina Maggar, as I engage in a candid discussion with my good friend and therapist, Fay, on the intricacies of coming-out and the labels we use to define our sexuality. We share our own coming out stories and dissect the connotations that come with terms like 'lesbian', 'gay', and 'bi'. The conversation also explores how stereotypes influence our self-perception and the words we feel comfortable embracing. Our chat offers a personal glimpse into the struggles of self-acceptance and the ongoing journey of reconciling our identities with societal expectations.

    Our heart-to-heart dives into the challenges faced in various environments, from family gatherings to professional settings, and emphasizes the importance of safety and support in the coming out process.

    (00:00) - Coming Out and Identity Labels
    (12:34) - Exploring Gender and Sexual Identity
    (20:13) - Struggles With Coming Out and Acceptance
    (33:52) - Coming Out and Family Reactions
    (41:19) - Challenges of Being Gay and Out
    (56:22) - Navigating Challenges
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    1 hr
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