People in the United States vary widely in their acceptance of the sexual and gender choices and orientations. The impact of those with views of lesser acceptance is felt the hardest by the most vulnerable among us- our children. Watch the following video of a Ft. Worth City Councilman speaking about his experiences as a young man marginalized based on his sexual orientation and consider the impact such a message would have on a young person in a similar situation and on an adult who is intolerant of the LGBTQ community. · Joel Burns: It Gets Better https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ax96cghOnY4 (transcript located on YouTube site) Compare and contrast what you believe the experiences of these two individuals (the insecure LGBTQ youth and the intolerant adult) viewing this message would be. How might it reinforce existing beliefs about themselves or motivate them to see themselves and/or the world differently? What additional information would you propose to share with either or both of these individuals to persuade them into such a paradigm shift?

Week 3 Topic:"Stress Management"In Chapter 12 we are provided with several strategies to reduce stress levels, including breathing exercises, progressive relaxation, and visualization. Select one of the strategies provided in pages 219-226. Conduct your own research on how to implement this strategy and then try it yourself. Here is a good video on how to practice progressive muscle relaxation:YouTube URL: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYsuvRNZfxEDiscuss your experience. Did you find the strategy effective? Is this a strategy that you would recommend to athletes? Why or why not?2. Your initial post (your response to the topic) must contain a citation. It is your ideas supported by research. Please refer to the APA Power Point in the Start Here section of the classroom for information on proper formatting. There will be a deduction of 20 points for failure to cite a source within your initial post and to provide a reference at the end of your initial post.3. Your initial post must be a minimum of 300 words