Charlie Hagston: "Stick up for yourself because you deserve it!" From self-hatred to self-acceptance, embracing a non-binary identity and finding your tribe

Charlie Hagston is a non-binary, autistic artist who discovered their passion for dance at the age of 9. Starting with jazz, tap, ballet, and freestyle, Charlie's heart found its true home in contemporary dance. They now lead workshops at Leeds Dance Studio, providing a safe and welcoming space for everyone to express themselves through dance, regardless of their identity. Their mission is to create an inclusive environment for all individuals no matter what body they have.In March 2020, Charlie began exploring their gender identity, embracing they/them pronouns and embarking on a journey of self-love with the support of their partner, extended family, and community.In this  conversation we talk about embracing a non-binary identity, struggling with feelings of not fitting in, pansexuality and  Follow Charlie on instagram 🤝READING LIST Throughout this podcast, we mention incredible LGBTQ+ must-reads. By clicking the links below and purchasing the books you will support the podcast: Buy Queer Up by Alexis Caught 📚💕Buy The Velvet Rage by Alan Downs 📚💕Buy Straight Jacket by Matthew Todd 📚💕Buy Solve for Happy by  Mo Gawdat 📚💕SUPPORT THE PODCASTEden fully funds this podcast to bring the highest quality content, the most interesting guests and inspiring conversations whilst working full-time. Please support the podcast by checking out the affiliate links below:Mister BnBSign up to MisterBnB as a guest or host to support the podcast and find your next adventure.Skin+Meuse my code BBQUEERLOVE at checkout to get 85% off your entire purchase at Skin + Me!www.skinandme.com/?ref=bb-4dddbdBuy Me a CoffeeShow your support for the free content we create by buying us a coffee - mine's a brown sugar oat shaken espresso 😉CREDITSIf you love this podcast leave us a review wherever you're listening to it and don't forget to hit the follow button as it really helps us out.  Queer Love Stories is Hosted by Eden Heath, and Produced and mixed by Benji Antonio.  Follow Eden on Instagram 💕Follow Queer Love Stories on Instagram 💕Follow Benji on Instagram 💕 If you or someone you know has a story to share we'd love to hear from you, send us a message on Instagram or email [email protected] your love story started with Kindling Dating Coaching now 💗 Get your first and fifth Daily Doser for just £3.50 from Skin+Me to finally feel confident in your skin!Support the show