Identity
Shorty-Shorts :: 10-Minutes or Less
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4m 38s
After struggling with anxiety for years, 17-year-old Shoye discovers that she's a member of the LGBTQ community. Overwhelmed by fear of rejection from her family, Shoye has a vision of her loved ones abandoning her after she comes out. However, Shoye finds solace in a podcast, The Observation Podcast, hosted by a man named Keeon Hill, who shares his thoughts and offers his support to listeners struggling with their identity.
Encouraged by the podcast, Shoye decides to confront her fears and come out to her family. As Shoye tries to navigate the challenges of being a young, queer woman, she must also confront her own anxiety and self-doubt. With the help of the podcast host, Shoye learns to embrace her true identity and to find the strength to stand up for herself, even in the face of rejection and misunderstanding.
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