Interview was done September 26, 2022!

I love meeting new people willing to let me in and share their “lemon to lemonade” experience!

This story is about Ben who is a gay member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He grew up wanting to be 'fixed' (not being attracted to guys) but he finally had to confront reality and tell his parents he was gay, and they honored him and his choices. He decided he could build a good life by not hiding anymore. Ben has seen that his sexual orientation has brought more love and kindness into his life. He teaches about struggles and triumphs of being a gay Latter Day Saint on his own podcast and his book! What message do you get from this interview?

Book: "A Walk in My Shoes: Questions I'm Often Asked as a Gay Latter-day Saint"

Podcast: "Questions from the Closet"

Instagram: @benschilaty

Website: benschilaty.blogspot.com

ABOUT the LemonAid Stand: Heidi started hosting the LemonAid Stand live radio talk show, over 20 years ago, in 1999! It all came about when Heidi was dealing with thoughts of suicide, inadequacy, and dealing with infertility. She realized as she reached out to others and heard their stories, she would be uplifted and inspired no matter what she was going through. So this podcast has old "Original" shows from that time period. It also has "New" shows that are currently being recorded with new guests. And it has "Update" shows where Heidi reached out to original radio show guests to find out how the past 20 years have been!

Heidi is a motivational speaker and would love to speak at your event about how to elevate your happiness!

Theme song written and recorded by Heidi’s baby brother Shane!

Do you know a story that needs to be shared? Contact Heidi!

Email: HeidisLemonAidStand@gmail.com

Website: https://www.heidislemonaidstand.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeidisLemonAidStand

Mail: PO BOX 926, Orem, Utah 84059

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New Show #256- Ben From The Closet to The Light