Karen Anne Coccioli had a traumatic childhood that left her broken for years.  For a lot of years, many things didn’t get better. But, she played by “their” rules and, inside, never gave up. She always managed to see a light of hope no matter how dim at times until finally, she was free to be herself.

Today, she discusses:

• When she knew she was gay and when she finally lived that
• Why non-hetero people are still being stigmatized… or being stigmatized again
• The anger and fear about people who don’t fit traditional socio-political-theological expectations
• What she says to young people who don’t know how to “come out”
• What she says to older people who can’t get their head around a child or grandchild “coming out”
• and… encouragement for any older folk who are just now realizing they aren’t living their truth

Karen shares her Trauma, but her joy and optimism shine through – she is quite an inspiration.

Find Karen at https://www.karenannecoccioli.com/

Learn more about Karen and find all her links at: https://boomwithabang.com/the-boomer-womans-podcast-karen-anne-coccioli/

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