“Thank you for this. As a born again Christian, I’m guilty of thinking that G-d was against LGBTQIA+ people. I sincerely apologize for the pain I’ve caused in the past, due to my ignorance. Once again, thank you for this. I needed to be reminded that my words/actions/beliefs have consequences, and have the power to hurt or heal.”

“This is an incredible call to action that is clear, helpful, hopeful, whole, and real.”

“Thank you—for your vulnerability, your bravery, your voice.”

“The writing on this is more than spectacular, as is the actual point made to Black fathers! This is needed greatly in our communities.”

“Your candid & heart-wrenching disclosure and thoughtful commentary is right on time! This has been the topic of discussion in my class for the past couple of weeks and, yes, I’m going to share this with my students. Thank you so much for giving a voice to the young boys & men who suffer in silence.”

“I am, and always will be, grateful for you and your willingness to be vulnerable. Thank you.”

“This is so beautiful and important. Thank you so much. This could save so many people.”

“These affirmations confirm that each person’s experience is valid, and requires no approval. They are well-written, and I know off multiple people with whom I’ll share these.”

“It was a very enlightening piece that helps us to challenge ourselves. Thank you.”

“If you only knew the impact you have on my life. All your work is relevant, timely, and necessary.”

“You are surpassing the lessons taught! You are contributing to the knowledge of others! I’m sharing this far and wide. Keep pushing!”

“I truly appreciate your fair, informed, and measured approach to all you do. Calling out what needs to be called out, but also calling in, when a more nuanced perspective is necessary.”

“I haven’t heard it articulated so honestly and completely before. I’m going to think on this for my next therapy session. You’ve given me a language to say what I’ve struggled saying. And I’ve shared this with my friends.”

“I’m not LGBTQ+ myself, but I couldn’t agree more, especially as a lover of God. I wish and hope all LGBTQ+ persons in the entire world could read this! You’re so strong—please keep fighting! Thank you so much for this thoughtful & beautiful, well-written article.”

“As a queer person of color and an immigrant, it has been so difficult to find a therapist who understood me—in India and also the U.S. I wanted to let you know that I’m glad to have read your work.”