The Impact of Affirming Theological Discourse on LGBTQ Individuals Experiencing Religious Trauma or Guilt
For many people who identify as LGBTQ, their experience within religious communities can...
How do queer adherents reinterpret ritual practices to create spaces of empowerment and affirmation?
A ritual is an act that is performed regularly and according to a prescribed set of rules and...
Rituals are an integral part of many cultures and religions around the world. They can be used to mark significant occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and holidays. These ceremonies often involve...
In the past few decades, researchers have explored the effects of different types of educational environments on individual psychological development. One area of particular interest is how these...
Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being, and it involves a person's emotional, psychological, and social functioning. It encompasses one's thoughts, feelings, behaviors, mood,...
The article will discuss how experiences of exclusion, devotion, and affirmation shape theological understandings of human flourishing and divine purpose. In the first section, it explores how...
The practice of blessing has been used for centuries to promote physical and mental health.
For individuals who have faced religious persecution due to their identities or beliefs, traditional...
The article will explore the idea that acts of self-expression, embodiment, and affirmation can be viewed as sacred, transformative spiritual practices. It will examine how these actions can help...
Desire is a fundamental human need that drives people to seek out pleasure, fulfillment, and completion. In queer love, this desire takes on a unique form where individuals look to connect with...
The following article provides an overview of how the level of community support influences the recovery of queer individuals from internalized shame and guilt.
Queer individuals are those who...