103. How to Handle Post-Election Workplace and Family Conversations Without Sacrificing Your Well-Being

Teaching While Queer: Advocacy For LGBTQ Folks In Schools & Education To Live & Work As Your Authentic Self

How do you protect your mental and emotional well-being while navigating challenging conversations with family, friends, or colleagues during emotionally charged times?

The holiday season and post-election period often bring opportunities for connection but can also spark conflicts or stress—especially when values, identities, or politics come into play. If you’re grappling with setting boundaries or preparing for tricky conversations, this episode offers tools and strategies tailored for you.

Through Our Conversation, you will:

• Learn actionable steps to set and enforce boundaries that protect your emotional well-being during family or workplace discussions.
• Discover practical ways to handle microaggressions, difficult topics, or the pressure to conform to family traditions.
• Gain a toolkit of clear, prepared responses and self-care tips to maintain composure and foster mutual respect, even in tense situations.

Tune in now to equip yourself with empowering strategies for handling tough conversations while honoring your needs and boundaries.

The podcast explores the challenges and successes of Queer representation in education, addressing issues such as burnout, tokenism, doxing, and the importance of advocacy in creating inclusive classrooms, safe spaces, and anti-bullying strategies, with a focus on supporting non-binary teachers and gender identity in schools to combat the feeling of isolation and lack of community.

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