gael & kayla chatted with jonathan van ness to learn about what it means to have the courage to live authentically. also spoke to them about their experience setting boundaries with their family, recovery after hitting rock bottom, the importance of chosen family, and everything they wish they knew in their 20s.

SOCIAL LINKS

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownk1d/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grownkid

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3C6oJYFLbesR2ELhXIk7dz?si=6acdcba455dc4323

Website: grownkid.com

About Our Partners:

GrownKid is made possible by the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to helping young people unlock their full potential and successfully navigate to fulfilling careers.

GrownKid is made in partnership with Joy Coalition where purpose driven content meets powerful storytelling. From 13 reasons Why to unprisoned, Joy Coalition projects are made to bridge generations and drive groundbreaking conversations.

Interested in a career in mental health? Check out the Youth Mental Health Corps – a new program created by the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest and AmeriCorps - where anyone with a high school degree can gain experience, skills, and a credential during a year of paid service in the mental health field. Learn more at youthmentalhealthcorps.org

Resources:

Together Estranged - About: "Family challenges can really hurt. Our mission is to support and empower those estranged from family, while working to destigmatize estrangement in the public sphere. We acknowledge people who've lost family relationships due to childhood trauma, abuse, lack of acceptance for being who they are, promoting their strength and inner healing." https://www.togetherestranged.org/

Adult Child Podcast - About: "Adult Child illuminates the impact and symptoms of growing up in a dysfunctional family, and offers support and guidance for healing." https://www.adultchildpodcast.com/

The LGTBQ+ Center NYC - About: "The Center is a safe and affirming community center for LGBTQ+ New Yorkers to access lifesaving services and make meaningful connections." https://gaycenter.org/

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices