LGBTQ+

9 Non Binary Celebrities That You Need to Follow

January 9, 2020 By Cade Hildreth 1 Comment

Whether you identify as gender nonbinary or not, following non-binary celebrities on social media can be an amazing thing.

If you’re not nonbinary, you can see what it’s like to live as a nonbinary person. If you are nonbinary, you can get validation and hope from seeing someone like you do amazing things in the world with their brilliance and talents.

There are a number of amazing non-binary celebrities today who deserve your follow.

8 of the Best Nonbinary Names, Ever!

January 7, 2020 By Cade Hildreth Leave a Comment

A nonbinary name is one that is gender-neutral and is commonly used by men, women and anyone in-between. There are many reasons why you might want to use a nonbinary name for your child or yourself.

Whether it’s to prevent gender stereotyping or because it’s desirable to have, choosing a nonbinary name is a great way to go in today’s modern world.

Continue reading and I’ll walk you through some of my favorite nonbinary names, including what they mean and why they’re compelling. [Read more…] about 8 of the Best Nonbinary Names, Ever!

The Gender Spectrum: A Scientist Explains Why Gender Isn’t Binary

January 4, 2020 By Cade Hildreth 6 Comments

The gender spectrum is an understanding that gender is not binary (female/male), but a rather a spectrum of biological, mental and emotional traits that exist along a continuum.

In contrast, the gender binary, also called gender binarism or genderism, is the belief that gender is composed of two distinct and opposite genders (female and male) in which there is not overlap.

Unfortunately for those who believe in a gender binary, it is not scientifically or medically correct.

Today, numerous scientific fields, including biology, endocrinology, physiology, genetics, neuroscience, and reproductive science, have confirmed that sex and gender exist as a spectrum, both for humans and across the animal kingdom. [Read more…] about The Gender Spectrum: A Scientist Explains Why Gender Isn’t Binary

What Does It Mean to Identify as Cisgender?

January 3, 2020 By Cade Hildreth Leave a Comment

What does cigender mean and how did the term come about? If you’re asking this question, you’re not alone. The short answer is that a cisgender person is someone who identifies with the same gender that they were assigned at birth.

The term “cis” is a Latin prefix that means:

“On this side”

In contrast, “trans” is a Latin prefix that means:

“On the other side”

11 of the Best LGBTQ Friendly Colleges in USA

January 2, 2020 By Cade Hildreth Leave a Comment

Looking for a LGBTQ friendly college? I understand and encourage this, because some colleges are unquestionably more LGBTQ+ friendly than others.

College is a time to discover who you are without feeling restrained by other’s opinions. When you’re coming of age as part of the LGBTQ+ community, it’s critical to live and learn within an atmosphere that will support who you are at your core.

Choosing the wrong college could also affect your mental health, your safety and your future. [Read more…] about 11 of the Best LGBTQ Friendly Colleges in USA