Hold onto your hats, because we're officially back after a brief hiatus!Episode ten features Elena Joy Thurston, an inspirational LGBTQ+ speaker, trainer, and founder of the nonprofit Pride and Joy Foundation. Elena lost her marriage, her church, and her community when she came out as a lesbian, leaving this mother of four no choice but to find herself, her voice, and her place.Elena’s viral TEDx talk on surviving conversion therapy has been viewed 45,000+ times and landed her media and speaking opportunities with ABC, CBS, Logitech, Michael’s, and more.  Elena Joy recently launched Pride and Joy Publishing, the only publisher of solely LGBTQ+ empowerment and business books.Her high explores how something as seemingly simple as sifting through photos of strangers being their true, authentic selves helped her realize that maybe she too could find love and happiness.*To learn more about the Pride and Joy Foundation and support this amazing cause, visit the following links:https://www.prideandjoyfoundation.comwww.prideandjoyparents.comhttps://www.instagram.com/pridejoyfoundation/https://www.facebook.com/PrideJoyFoundhttps://twitter.com/PrideJoyFound Want to share a time when you experienced a second-hand high? Then don't be shy! Sharing is caring.To have your story featured on the podcast, email [email protected]. To show your support and keep the podcast moving onward and upward, you can leave a glowing review wherever you stream your podcasts. Also, please like, follow, and rate on social media!Facebook Instagram

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