Kevin O'Connor - Unveiling Identity: Navigating Grief While Coming Out as a Gay Man
Episode description
Here's what to expect on the podcast:
- What motivated Kevin to come out and embrace his identity as a gay man?
- The importance of support systems and authenticity throughout the coming out process.
- Grief and depression from the loss of identity.
- Kevin's journey in writing and publishing the book "Two Floors Above Grief."
- And much more!
About Kevin:
In addition to writing and publishing Two Floors Above Grief, Kevin O'Connor enjoys chronicling the stories of families and friends through tracing genealogical histories, writing, and picture collections. His prior writing includes personal letters, articles in professional publications, dissertations, anthologies, and presentations delivered at conferences, seminars, and webinars. He brings people together personally and professionally. Collaborating with friends and relatives, he plans family and class reunions.
He has performed in over 30 theater productions since the 1970s. He has been active with SMART Ride, a bicycling group that rode annually from Miami to Key West, raising funds for HIV awareness, treatments, and education. He was an elementary teacher, principal, professor, and curriculum coordinator in California, Illinois, and Florida from 1973-2020. In his final educational position, he authored content and provided training in supporting LGBTQ advocacy and Sexual Health/Family Life. He resides in Ft. Lauderdale with his husband, Leon. Their family includes five sons and seven granddaughters.
Connect with Kevin O'Connor!
Website: https://www.kevinoconnorauthor.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmoconnor/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefnavigator/
Book: https://www.kevinoconnorauthor.com/book-highlights
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