The Door We Open Together: National Coming Out Day

The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The Door We Open Together: National Coming Out Day
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On National Coming Out Day, we honor the courage of telling the truth—and the lifesaving power of being believed. This piece shares real stories, clears up myths vs. science, and offers simple, actionable ways to be the safe harbor someone deserves.

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When the World Says “Hide,” Pride Says “Shine”

The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
When the World Says “Hide,” Pride Says “Shine”
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This powerful Pride Month reflection from The Church of Tinkerbell explores how shame and conformity …

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“Detrans Day” Detransition Weaponization: Republicans Undermining Trans Rights

The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
"Detrans Day" Detransition Weaponization: Republicans Undermining Trans Rights
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Republican lawmakers have weaponized the rare phenomenon of detransition to attack transgender rights, using “Detrans Awareness Day” as a political tool rather than an effort to genuinely support detransitioners. In reality, studies show that detransition is rare, with the vast majority of cases occurring due to external pressures such as discrimination, financial barriers, and lack of support—not because individuals regret transitioning. Research confirms that only 1-2% of trans people detransition due to identity-related reasons, while gender-affirming care has extremely low regret rates (below 1%).

By exaggerating detransition cases and falsely presenting transition as inherently dangerous, conservatives are misleading the public, justifying bans on gender-affirming care, and making it harder for trans people to live safely and authentically. The real solution is reducing societal stigma, increasing support for trans individuals, and ensuring access to affirming care. Rather than focusing on misleading narratives, we should work toward a world where all gender-diverse individuals can thrive without fear or coercion.

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The History of Gender Identities and Sexual Orientations Beyond the Binary: Understanding Prejudice and Society

The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The Church of Tinkerbell Podcast
The History of Gender Identities and Sexual Orientations Beyond the Binary: Understanding Prejudice and Society
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Throughout history, diverse expressions of gender identity and sexual orientation have existed across cultures, often …

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