Celebrate Pride Month

Growing up in the 70's and 80's in a strict Catholic parish, I didn't know what gay meant. I know it sounds ridiculous now, but it's true.

I think about friends and classmates who had to hide who they were and the courage it took for them to come out. And I think about the countless others who have shared their story. There's a truth-telling that's contagious.

So as we celebrate Pride Month, here's recent work that moved and inspired me from some members of the LBGTQ+ community:

  • Abby Wambach's Commencement Speech at Loyola Marymount University where she reminds us to keep fighting for what's right.

  • The Design Matters Podcast, with Debbie Millman where she highlights the incredible work of creatives.

  • Ashley C. Ford's memoir, Somebody's Daughter, was my favorite book of the past year.

  • Roxanne Gay's TED Talk, Confessions of a Bad Feminist. While this was taped in 2015, I just recently discovered it. The title says it all!

  • Queer Eye - I love watching The Fab 5 support individuals in their personal transformation with humor, love, and compassion. While every episode is great, Season 7 Episode 3, Speedy for Life, is my all-time favorite!

I hope some of these inspire you too!

Winn Clark