by Karen | Sep 13, 2024 | Healing and Recovery
Here in Australia, yesterday was R U OK Day. R U OK is a suicide prevention charity that encourages people to connect with others and have meaningful conversations to help them through difficult times. The main event is an annual day where people are encouraged to ask...
by Karen | Jun 3, 2024 | Straight Spouse
*Updated for 2025 Pride Month Pride Month is often difficult and complex for straight spouses. I’ve created a Pride Survival Guide to help you through, but first, let’s take a moment to acknowledge the realities of pride month and the straight spouse. Many...
by Karen | Mar 8, 2024 | Straight Wives
Hey, Straight Sister, I’m thinking of you on this International Women’s Day! The theme for 2024 is “Inspire Inclusion,” so I thought I’d write a post to inspire you to include yourself in your own story and recovery! You are SO totally worth it! If you’re...
by Guest Author | Mar 23, 2023 | Healing and Recovery
As straight spouses and partners of transgender people, we often find ourselves in situations where we are shamed for feeling angry. This can happen when people tell us that we shouldn’t be angry at our ex because they were victims of homophobia. Anger shaming...
by Karen | Jul 14, 2022 | Healing and Recovery
When you first find out your husband is gay, it’s difficult to imagine ever being happy again. Your heart is broken, and the future looks bleak. When thinking about your future, you’re forced to choose from a repertoire of unappealing options. With good...
