#156 | How the Just Breathe Podcast Evolved Into a Movement of LGBTQ Allyship and Human Kindness

What if the antidote to today’s noise, division, and burnout isn’t more perfection, but more humanity and more kindness?

In this very first episode of More Human, More Kind, Heather Hester shares the deeply personal story behind the evolution of her podcast — from Just Breathe, a resource for parents of LGBTQ+ teens, to a wider, more inclusive space for anyone seeking courage, clarity, and connection. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life, lonely in your healing, or unsure how to show up with both strength and softness, this is for you.

• Learn the simple truth that kindness isn’t about being nice — it’s about being real
• Hear why personal evolution, not perfection, is the root of meaningful change
• Walk away with 3 grounding practices to reconnect with yourself and others today

Press play and join the start of something more honest, more human, and more healing exactly when we need it most.

Hi, I’m Heather Hester, and I’m so glad you’re here!

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At the heart of my work is a deep commitment to compassion, authenticity, and transformative allyship, especially for those navigating the complexities of parenting LGBTQ+ kids. Through this podcast, speaking, my writing, and the spaces I create, I help people unlearn bias, embrace their full humanity, and foster courageous, compassionate connection.

If you’re in the thick of parenting, allyship, or pioneering a way to lead with love and kindness, I’m here with true, messy, and heart-warming stories, real tools, and grounding support to help you move from fear to fierce, informed action.

Whether you’re listening in, working with me directly, or quietly taking it all in—I see you. And I’m so glad you’re part of this journey.

More Human. More Kind. formerly Just Breathe: Parenting Your LGBTQ Teen explores connection, courage, and community for every concerned parent, mom, or ally navigating fear, grief, and bigotry with hope, resilience, and empathy. Through open-minded education, inclusive parenting guidance, and advocacy for mental health, safety, and a human first approach, we support LGBTQ youth and stand for human rights and social justice. More Human. More Kind. empowers listeners to shift their mindset, embrace activism and allyship, and lead with kindness, healing, and purpose.