The concept of secrecy refers to keeping certain aspects of one's life private from others. Secrecy can have both positive and negative effects depending on the context. In terms of sexual and gender...
As many people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ) seek to explore their sexual orientation and gender identity, they may encounter conflicting feelings...
The politics of shame has been an effective tool for social control throughout human history. It is a way to enforce morals and values that society deems appropriate. Shame can be used to create fear...
Pride and Vulnerability Coexisting in Queer Lived Experiences
Pride and vulnerability are two intertwined emotions that many people in the LGBTQIA+ community experience daily. On one hand, the...
There are many factors that influence the mental health of bisexual people, including their perception of societal attitudes towards bisexuality, whether they have experienced discrimination based on...
The act of hiding one's true self from others for an extended period of time can have significant psychological consequences, particularly when it comes to sexual orientation and gender identity....
Bisexuality is an identity that involves being attracted to both men and women. While some people may feel comfortable openly expressing their attraction to different genders, others may face social...
Reconciling one's own identity is often a difficult process that involves confronting past experiences, values, beliefs, and behaviors to understand oneself better.
When it comes to reconciling a...
Teaching: Love is an act of will, a conscious decision to choose another person. It requires sacrifice, patience, and selflessness. Love must be unconditional and last forever.
Lived Experience: I...
Sexual identity is often perceived to be a private matter that does not affect others unless it becomes public.
Recent research suggests otherwise; when an individual rejects their own sexual...