Nicco Annan: “[My advice is to] listen and control your fire.
Sometimes we have so much spark in us.
That’s not just because you are queer.
Words were given.
That is because you are who you are.
Embrace your identity and don’t let others use it as something that can be weaponized against you.
It makes you who you are.
There is nothing wrong with you.”
That’s hard to do, but joy is a form of acceptance of yourself.
Joy is a celebration of your sexuality and a celebration of who you love.
When you start from that point and invest in that, it helps."
Shea Coulee: “Know your worth and don’t be afraid to take up space.
Don’t shrink for anybody else.”
“Jericho” artist INIKO: “Be yourself.
Don’t stop yourself from experiencing something that can be life-changing because of fear.
You should always do thingsdespitethe fear.
you’re free to be afraid but do it anyway.
You’ll probably have fun.”
Jonica BoothofBad Girls ClubSeason 12 andRap Sh!t: “Be proud of yourself.
There is a whole community that supports you and is just like you.
Own that shit.”
This is the only life we get to live.
This is the only body we have.
Make the most of your experiences while you have the opportunity to do so."
