Rae McDaniel returns to the show to discuss topics covered in their new book, “Gender Magic: Live Shamelessly, Reclaim Your Joy, & Step into Your Most Authentic Self.” In this episode, Rae and I talk about how to move from anxiety and self-doubt to a proactive state of mind, the keys to developing self-love, and how to design relationships that light you up. 

For those of you new to Rae McDaniel, let me tell you a little about them. Rae is a non-binary gender and sex therapist-turned-coach who works with transgender/non-binary/questioning folks feeling lost while transitioning their gender identity. Even if you are someone who is not non-binary, transgender, or questioning their identity – Rae and I talk about several topics that are relative to everyone. Definitely tune into this episode, I think you will enjoy it!

Featured topics:

• How to move from anxiety, self-doubt, and fear to a confident, proactive state of mind (4:41)
• Navigating discomfort and celebrating your inherent worth (14:05)
• How to design relationships that light you up (21:36)
• Creating a sex life that lights you up whether you are partnered or not (26:00)
• Body respect versus body love (27:15)
• Practical tools to align your gender identity and expression with your most authentic self through play, pleasure, and possibility (36:47)

Resources:
Rae on Instagram @theraemcdaniels
Rae’s book
Episode 395: Transgender and Non-binary Allyship with Rae McDaniel

Book recommendations:
I love a good personal development book, and you do too, right? I’ve compiled a list of book recommendations, as mentioned in past episodes. Check out these amazing book recommendations here. Happy reading!  

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Rae McDaniel is a non-binary gender and sex therapist-turned-coach who works with transgender/non-binary/questioning folks feeling lost while transitioning their gender identity. They are the creator of GenderFck: The Club, a one-of-a-kind, research-based online group coaching community of transgender/non-binary/questioning folks who are on a mission to transition with less suffering and more ease. Rae is the founder of Practical Audacity, a gender and sex therapy practice in Chicago. They also provide training for medical and mental health professionals wishing to uplevel their knowledge in trans-affirming care. Rae holds a Master's of Education in community counseling.