Benjamin
My Story
Meet Benjamin!
Benjamins coming out story
Benjamin shares about his father and childhood
Decisions that changed the course of life
Sobriety and it’s importance to Benjamin
On knowing and defining yourself
Ideas on standing up for yourself
Loved Ones
In response to the question, “What have your learned about Love?”
Experiencing and moving through heartbreak
Advice on moving from romantic love to friendship
Thoughts on how to handle disagreements
Benjamin shares about caring for his dad at the end of his life
Thoughts on dealing with hate
Reflections on living through the AIDS crisis
Final thoughts on love and relationships
Challenges & Accomplishments
Finding comfort in difficult times
Life’s biggest challenges
Influences on moving through adversity
Qualities Benjamin hopes to be remembered for, and thoughts on honesty
Defining success
Developing resilience
Regrets and Fears
In response to the question, “What is one thing you would do differently in your life?”
Benjamin’s current and past fears
Advice for 12 year-old Benjamin
Values
Thoughts on spirituality and religion
Learning to trust oneself
Daily practices and self care
In response to “Do you think you’ve met other’s expectations or gone another way?”
Some final thoughts on honesty