Dear Sunnie, heteronormativity is killing me…

Written By Sunnie Townsend (They/Them)
Heteronormative Harm

Micro Aggressions are still Agressions…

When can’t process all the aggressions that come their way, it may be possible for them to rationally believe LGBTQ people are ok but internally it will be extremely difficult and acutely painful for them to believe in their goodness.

When you have been told for many years that being gay is a mental health issue getting mental health care Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.

Be clear, be confident and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve and your site can evolve with it. Your goal should be to make it feel right for right now. Later will take care of itself. It always does.

Sunnie Townsend (They/Them)

Sunnie Townsend is an abolitionist practitioner who provides trauma informed care for Queer and Trans folx who have survived trauma around their gender, sexuality, and or religion. As an experiential educator and wilderness instructor Sunnie walked through the wilderness of intimate and precious parts of their students lives. Sunnie was a Master Educator for 5 years in the Wind River Range of Wyoming & North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Sunnie moved to Seattle to learn more about Trauma. As an experiential educator they witnessed deep trauma their students stories as well as Sunnie’s own life. They received their Masters in Psychology and Theology & Culture and wanted to work with folx who have survived religious trauma. Sunnie believes in the power of becoming oneself through generative safety, belonging, and dignity. They work with folx who want to transition from feeling stuck to living. Sunnie is a trauma specialist and intimacy consultant. They currently work coast to coast with clients.

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