What is Sacred Ritual?
Sacred ritual is an act performed according to traditional rules that symbolically expresses and reinforces religious or spiritual beliefs. It may involve actions such as...
What is "minority stress" and how can it affect one's life?
Research has shown that people who identify as part of a marginalized group may experience increased levels of stress due to...
How Queer Mourning Contributes to a Collective Ethics of Remembrance
The act of mourning has always been an integral part of human societies. It is a way for individuals and groups to come...
Progressive faith communities are places where people gather to discuss their beliefs, share their experiences, and practice religious rituals that align with their values. These groups may be...
In today's fast-paced world, individuals face numerous demands that can significantly impact their mental health. Stress is one such demand that has become increasingly common due to various factors...
How does the act of "coming out" function as a transformative ritual that reshapes social norms, personal ethics, and community dynamics?
Coming out is an important moment in which someone who...
The concept of "chosen family" has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly among queer communities, people of color, and those who have experienced trauma or alienation from their...
Participating in queer-affirming rituals can have many benefits for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. One of these benefits is enhancing social cohesion within the community. Queer-affirming...
Queer theories are often misunderstood as being solely concerned with identity politics and social justice issues that pertain to LGBTQ+ people.
They have also contributed greatly to the...
I will explore the concept of relational integrity in the context of lesbian experiences, specifically how it can be used to challenge power imbalances and social exclusion. Relational integrity is...