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Build pride for your community

For:: Coping with discrimination & stigma ,; Navigating your gender & sexuality ,; Shame

Seek out examples of people with your experiences and background who have positively contributed to society. This helps combat shame and stigma, building inner strength and resilience.

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Connect with others

For:: Coping with discrimination & stigma ,; Navigating your gender & sexuality

Explore spaces in your area or online dedicated to people who share your identities and experiences. Building community with people who understand you is an excellent way to cope with the negative effects of discrimination.

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Consider attending therapy

For:: Worry ,; Anger ,; Burnout ,; Chronic health issues & disabilities ,; Coping with discrimination & stigma ,; Family conflict ,; Grief & loss ,; Guilt ,; Loneliness ,; Non-substance addiction ,; Sadness ,; Shame ,; Substance use ,; Trauma

Therapists and psychiatrists are trained to deal with a range of situations and can reliably hold a safe space for working through things together and develop helpful coping skills.

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Practice positive affirmations

For:: Shame ,; Sadness ,; Coping with discrimination & stigma ,; Navigating your gender & sexuality

Shame unfortunately convinces many that they are unworthy or unlovable. Take time to praise and love yourself; for example, write down three things you like about yourself every day.

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