Lesbian Chronicles: Coming Out Later in Life

Christine Sellers and Anne Brendle join the show to talk all things perimenopause and how it impacts so many aspects of women's lives.  Learn more about Nourish and Flourish Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa and Alli talk about coping with their respective breakups -- and Melisa shares what she wishes she could have told herself on Day 1 of the breakup.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Claire Holt joins the show to talk about how she became a queer fashion influencer with 350k+ followers on TikTok. She also shares her own coming out story!  Follow Claire_Holt12 on...  TikTok Instagram YouTube Pinterest Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli shares a life update -- and we discuss the importance of healing from heartbreak.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Our friend KT joins the show to talk about how she got involved with Stonewall Sports and went on to become the National Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Stonewall Sports, Inc. KT also shares her very "But I'm a Cheerleader" coming out story! Learn more about Stonewall Sports Join the QueenDom Athletix on Instagram Meet KT Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

This week we chat with Danie, a Sapphic Sexologist living in Denver, Colorado. We discuss how shame and guilt from a religous upbringing can continue to live in your body -- and bust the myth of lesbian bed death.  To learn more about Danie's work visit her website at sapphicsexologist.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-l...

Our friend Ally joins Melisa and Alli to talk about how alcohol is often used as a coping mechanism and tools to get your life back on track.  Books mentioned in this episode include: This Naked Mind , We Are The Luckiest , Easy Way to Control Alcohol , and  Sober Curious Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/suppo...

Alli and Melisa take on more unsolicited advice -- offering opinions on if she should tell a date it's your first time kissing another woman to if you should be friends with an ex.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Our friend Christine joins the pod to answer listener questions and give our very unprofessional opinions! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Happy Pride! This week, Melisa and Alli elaborate on some dating icks -- and the biggest ick of them all, not being a grown up and avoiding tough conversations!  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa dive into dating icks -- and Melisa shares a list of "icks" that might prompt her to swipe left.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Being a mom means your time isn't always your own -- which makes it really tough to find the time and space to focus on your own healing from heartbreak.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Michele from the Live Out Loud podcast joins the show to share her views on navigating the dating scene and relationships. And how she's focusing on "dating her friends" and cultivating the relationships with people who are already in her life.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

This week we address a listener question about how to come out when you're still in a hetero marriage. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa share some quotes on letting go and how sometimes we cling to things in life that are no longer meant for us.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa and Alli dive into what it's like raising kids as lesbian moms and how to handle possible bullying.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Why is everyone is such a rush to do all the things? Commit to a relationship? Meet the kids? Move in together? Combine finances? Our friend Heather joins us to discuss why we all need to just chill! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa and Alli discuss JoJo Siwa's ever evolving image -- and why people should cut her some slack. We also dive into attachment styles and how they show up at different stages of a relationship.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

This week we talk about the importance of throwing other people's ideals and expectations out the window! You do you! And also, a few tips on how not to get catfished on dating apps! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Psychologist Courtney Simpson joins us to talk about Dialectical Behavior Therapy and the coping skills that have helped her in her own coming out journey -- along with how she got comfortable with the lesbian label. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Are you an over 50 lesbian, feeling like there's no one out there for you so why bother even trying to date? You're not alone! There's so many people with a similar viewpoint -- but if everyone doesn't make an effort, won't it stay that way?  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Rae joins the show to share her coming out story of how she married her catalyst and how she is now working on developing better coparenting skills and shedding her co-dependent nature.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa explore the topic of fear -- from phobias like snakes and drowning -- to one majority of people can relate to... the fear of being alone. Is that fear of being alone keeping you stuck in a situation that's no longer right for you? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Allie joins us for a third time to give an update on her coming out process -- and why she's choosing not to date at this time and instead focus on her own well-being. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

We've noticed a common theme about catalysts (first relationships) in many of our listener emails -- today we discuss possibilities as to why.... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .