Cue Needy by Ariana Grande In recent years, the concept of attachment styles has gained increasing attention, particularly in conversations about relationships and emotional health. For many, including those in the LGBTQ+ community, understanding a…
If Being Anxious Was a Form of Exercise, I’d Be Jacked Body image pressure is a prevalent source of anxiety for many gay men. The "perfect" body—often imagined as tall, muscular, and traditionally masculine—has become the standard…
Let’s Assess Sexual Behavior Rather Than Sexual Orientation In May 2023, the United States lifted its longstanding restrictions on blood donations from men who have sex with men, marking a significant victory for the LGBTQ+ community. This po…
As Nina Sayers Says in Black Swan, “I Just Want to be Perfect.” Perfectionism is a complex personality trait that manifests across various aspects of our lives, including career success, body image, and personal achievements. At its cor…
I'm Just Gonna Say It: Brian Kinney Was Insufferable When I first watched Queer as Folk (at 21 years old, shortly after coming out of the closet), it was a stark contrast to the shy, inexperienced person I was at the time. The show’s unapolog…
The Only Thing Scarier Than Straight People is Queer Horror Stereotypes In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in LGBTQ+ representation in film, including the horror genre. However, the connection between horror and queerness is not a ne…
Why Are Straight Coworkers' Life Events Celebrated, While LGBTQ+ Identities are Seen as “Flaunting” In the journey of being our authentic selves, the workplace stands out as one of the most challenging environments for LGBTQ+ individual…
Pride Messaging is Nice, But Those Social Media Rainbows Don't Actually Protect the LGBTQ+ Community As Pride Month rolls around each year, we are met with a familiar sight: a sea of rainbow-colored merchandise, corporate Pride messages, and compan…
My Coming Out Was Nothing Like the Joyful Celebration Diana Ross Sang About Gay men have various coming out experiences, ranging from joyous celebrations filled with love and acceptance to painful rejections marked by sorrow and disappointment. Eac…
Orange is the New Threat Over the past few years, it has become increasingly evident how much politics shapes the lives of the LGBTQ+ community. While this has always been true—dating back to landmark moments like the Stonewall Riots and the …
