Internalized stigma looks, sounds, and feels different for everyone
Hailey, she/her, 24, CA
Internalized stigma is when you absorb societal discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and direct it at yourself. This can sound like self-hating, judgmental, or mean thoughts that repeat over and over inside your head. This can feel like doubting your self-worth, feeling angry at yourself, and feeling afraid of your ability to survive.
Sometimes you may not even be aware of your own internalized stigma, as it’s sometimes buried deep inside. In this activity, we’ll explore some of the things you might be internalizing:
What to do next
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