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Nonbinary Gender: On Being Beyond, Both, and In-Between

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Nonbinary, what does it really mean? Whether you’re involved with the mental health system, the medical system, the educational system, or aspiring to be a more informed person, the term nonbinary is unquestionably increasing in its frequency and use.

You might see this term written as “nonbinary” (one word) or as “non-binary” (hyphenated), but either way, it means the same thing.

Given the rapid rise of this gender identity in recent years, let’s dive into its meaning below. [Read more…] about Nonbinary Gender: On Being Beyond, Both, and In-Between

10 Wild Facts You Never Knew About Raven the Drag Queen

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RuPaul’s Drag Race is an Emmy-winning reality show where multiple divas show off their talents to see who will win the race.

There have been 12 seasons of RuPaul’s Drag Race (the 12th season concluded on May 29, 2020) and the show is responsible for several contestant’s careers, such as Raven.

Raven is one of the most beloved contestants, an absolute fan favorite. Raven, whose real name is David Petruschin, competed in both Season 2 and All Stars Season 1. [Read more…] about 10 Wild Facts You Never Knew About Raven the Drag Queen

Keyhole Top Surgery: The Procedure, Ideal Patient, and Recovery

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Transmasculine and nonbinary individuals have a number of personal decisions to make about their gender presentation. If you would prefer a flatter or masculine appearing chest, an important choice is how to pursue this goal.

For some, chest binding is a long-term or permanent solution to gender dysphoria. For others, the idea of having breast tissue permanently removed by undergoing top surgery is more appealing.

Different types of top surgery will work best on different people depending on their chest size. There are many options to choose from, distinguished by their incision type. [Read more…] about Keyhole Top Surgery: The Procedure, Ideal Patient, and Recovery

How to Come Out as Nonbinary (12 Tactical Tips)

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Did you know that 42% of American adults say forms should offer over two gender options? Better yet, more than half of Americans ages 18 to 29 (53%) believe forms should include nonbinary gender options.

This progressiveness is a breath of fresh air. If you’re ready to come out to your loved ones as nonbinary, then you’re probably asking yourself whether now is the right time to do it.

If you’re like most folks, you’ll also feel a bit anxious, especially if you’re unsure of how they’ll respond. Within this guide, you’ll learn how to prepare, execute and share your truth. If you’re ready, let’s dive in.

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Beyond the Rainbow: Your Ultimate Guide to Pride Flags

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Did you know that the number of people who identify as LGBTQ is rising? Today, over 11.5 million adults in the U.S identify as LGBTQ and one in ten youth identifies this way. These numbers are growing because society is becoming more accepting of people for who they are.

Despite this progress, change still needs to happen. It is challenging to be proud of who you are when there are still people and laws that that discriminate against LGBTQ+ individuals.

Nonetheless, showing off your pride can be incredibly rewarding. There’s so much history behind the different kinds of pride flags that exist today. [Read more…] about Beyond the Rainbow: Your Ultimate Guide to Pride Flags