CONVO: Jodie Patterson, social activist & author // gender, spirit, and activism

from Upbringing · host Parenting For Sanity + Social Change

Jodie Patterson, social activist and author of The Bold World connects with us about:The unconscious biases we hold about gender - when can gender be obsolete?How we can celebrate and support a non-conformist, diverse “lab” of a family The beauty of self-identified labels that can promote fluidity and acceptance Why we struggle to distinguish body from spirit, physicality from identityHow we can consciously work to create a legacy for our kids Why oppression is oppression, be it gender, race, sex or ageThe opportunities we have to support our burgeoning disruptors / activistsWhy we should bravely ask ourselves “am I capable?”How we can “transition” to best ally with the transgender communityVisit: www.jodiepatterson.com to learn more about Jodie, her story and The Bold World, now available at any bookseller. Follow @jodiepatterson on Instagram to stay up to date on her inspiring activism, events and speaking engagements.Relevant links: The Bold World, Human Rights Campaign, Ackerman Institute for the Family, Palaces For The People, Jazz Jennings. Today’s episode is supported by Primary, a baby and children's clothing brand offering quality-made, gender-neutral basics. Primary’s rainbow color wheel of simple basics is ethically manufactured and OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certified, meaning it’s free from harmful chemicals. Support Upbringing by visiting www.Primary.com and stop by our Partner’s page: www.upbringing.co/partners. Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM.We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together.Email us: [email protected] UpBringing on:Instagram: @up_bringingFacebook: @jointheupbringingAnd: Youtube

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Jodie Patterson, social activist and author of The Bold World connects with us about: The unconscious biases we hold about gender - when can gender be obsolete? How we can celebrate and support a non-conformist, diverse “lab” of a family The beauty of self-identified labels that can promote fluidity and acceptance Why we struggle to distinguish body from spirit, physicality from identity How we can consciously work to create a legacy for our kids Why oppression is oppression, be it gender, race, sex or age The opportunities we have to support our burgeoning disruptors / activists Why we should bravely ask ourselves “am I capable?” How we can “transition” to best ally with the transgender community Visit: www.jodiepatterson.com to learn more about Jodie, her story and The Bold World, now available at any bookseller. Follow @jodiepatterson on Instagram to stay up to date on her inspiring activism, events and speaking engagements. Relevant links: The Bold World, Human Rights Campaign, Ackerman Institute for the Family, Palaces For The People, Jazz Jennings. Today’s episode is supported by Primary, a baby and children's clothing brand offering quality-made, gender-neutral basics. Primary’s rainbow color wheel of simple basics is ethically manufactured and OEKO-Tex Standard 100 certified, meaning it’s free from harmful chemicals. Support Upbringing by visiting www.Primary.com and stop by our Partner’s page: www.upbringing.co/partners. Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together. Email us: [email protected] Follow UpBringing on: Instagram: @up_bringing Facebook: @jointheupbringing And: Youtube

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