Pride Month 2025: Social Change, Activism, and Mental Health

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, identity, and resilience in the LGBTQ+ community. This year’s theme, “Social Change and Activism,” reminds us that Pride is not just a celebration—it’s a powerful movement rooted in courage and the fight for equality.

At Ground Me, we stand in solidarity with LGBTQ+ individuals and honour the deep connection between identity, mental health, and lived experience.

The Hidden Struggles: Dissociation in the LGBTQ+ Community

Social stigma, discrimination, and identity-based trauma can have lasting impacts on mental health. For many LGBTQ+ people, dissociation becomes a coping mechanism, a way to mentally disconnect from environments or experiences that feel unsafe, invalidating, or overwhelming.

You might:

• Feel emotionally numb during conversations about your identity.
• "Zone out" during moments of conflict or rejection.
• Struggle to stay present in your body or surroundings when faced with discrimination. These are not signs of weakness—they are signs of survival.

Activism and Healing Go Hand in Hand

Activism is powerful. But so is rest. While fighting for change, many queer individuals also carry the weight of trauma, erasure, and invisibility. Dissociation can surface when the world feels too heavy.

At Ground Me, we believe activism and healing must co-exist.

• You deserve to feel grounded while changing the world.
• You deserve to feel present in your identity, not dissociated from it.

How Ground Me Supports You During Pride (and Beyond)

We created Ground Me for everyone navigating dissociation—but especially for those whose mental health is shaped by marginalisation. Whether you’re marching at Pride or quietly surviving, we’re here to support you with:

• Grounding tools to bring you back to the present moment
• Personalised guidance based on your dissociation levels
• Encouragement to explore your feelings without judgment
• Community-informed content that recognises your lived reality

This Pride Month, Ground Yourself in You

Activism can be loud or quiet. It can be showing up at a protest or simply taking care of your mental health when the world feels too much. If you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community and have ever felt like you’re “not really here,” Ground Me is here to remind you: you belong, you matter, and your presence is powerful. Let this month be a reminder to celebrate not just your identity, but also your healing.

With love, presence, and pride! The Ground Me Team