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When family acceptance is partial and performative

I came out as non-binary on Instagram six months ago and some of my family still refuses to use my pronouns but they like all my other posts and I do not know how to handle this selective support.

Juana
Online
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Digital engagement is allowing loved ones to maintain superficial connection while avoiding deeper acceptance of your authentic identity.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Identity and social media performance?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.