I talked about how toxic masculinity can definitely make the workplace a lot more tough to feel comfortable in, but it also goes beyond that in many occasions. Toxic relationships can start within own families and it was much more common in years past. Social climate dictates a lot of how people respond to minorities … Continue reading Chosen Families
Civic Duty
Are you registered to vote? I know you are probably thinking that I have lost my mind asking this so early in the year. But it is important to know if you are, especially since last year Cuyahoga expunged a large amount of people from the voter rolls. So you really should know your status … Continue reading Civic Duty
Toxic Masculinity in Action
We know that bigotry exists, we see it every day. Sometimes, we forget how far people will go with their judgments. We forget all the people that can be affected just because someone has a dislike for another person. I was reminded of the far-reaching scope of hatred recently, when two of my friends came … Continue reading Toxic Masculinity in Action
Toxic Masculinity
Psychology defines toxic masculinity as traditional cultural masculine norms that can be harmful to men, women, and society overall; this concept of toxic masculinity is not intended to demonize men or male attributes, but rather to emphasize the harmful effects of conformity to certain traditional masculine ideal behaviors such as dominance, self reliance, and competition. … Continue reading Toxic Masculinity
Taking Stock
As the year cycles to an end, it is usually at this time that we reflect on the year that has passed and those that are close to us. While the world around us has been filled with struggles and strife, my own personal one has been filled with surprises and new beginnings. These events … Continue reading Taking Stock
So, This Is Christmas…
Well it is Christmas Eve and much of today will be spent in final preparations for the holiday. That means making sure the tree is decked out with presents, all the lights are up, decorations hung, and cooking is completed. That can truly be stressful and sometimes holiday music just will not cut it. Last … Continue reading So, This Is Christmas…
Movies for Your Holiday-Slay
Most of you, if you read often enough, know that I am a horror fan. Granted my love of horror goes from silent black and white up to the mid 90s. I am not for splatter gore or torture porn horror. Give me a good slasher flick anyday, monsters or zombies that create iminent panic … Continue reading Movies for Your Holiday-Slay
Spirit of Christmas Past
Looking back at my childhood, there are few Christmases that stood out. Sure, I remember odds and ends of many of them. Like the one time when it was about 65 degrees and we got bikes that year and we were out riding them in short sleeve shirts. But there are a few that stand … Continue reading Spirit of Christmas Past
Salvation Army and Discrimination
We have all seen the picture of the Salvation Army bell ringer holding the sign that says they do not help LGBTQ people. For some, this is hard to believe but the truth is that they are a faith based institution that is part of a church. As such, the church's doctrines play pivotal roles … Continue reading Salvation Army and Discrimination
Top Ten Gayest Christmas Songs
So the holiday season is in full swing and I have to admit that I am a bit more in the spirit this year than in previous ones. A new love affair may have a lot to do with it as he is all the Christmas spirits rolled into one person. In honor of that … Continue reading Top Ten Gayest Christmas Songs
Gay in the CLE 