Ritualized prayers and meditations are an important aspect of many religious practices around the world, including those followed by people who identify as LGBTQ+. For these individuals, these...
What is Collective Memory?
Collective memory refers to the shared memories and experiences of a group of individuals or community, which can be passed down from one generation to another through...
Throughout history, human beings have sought solace and support from their communities and traditions to cope with hardship, adversity, and trauma. Spiritual practice is one such tradition that has...
We will explore how engagement with sacred art, music, and ritual can enhance identity integration and personal agency. Identity integration refers to the process of integrating different aspects of...
Dual Identity Living: Understanding its Impact on Authenticity and Belonging
What is Dual Identity Living?
In today's world, more individuals are identifying with multiple aspects of their...
There has been an increase in the visibility and acceptance of individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, leading to greater representation in mainstream culture and society. Participation in LGBTQ+...
Rituals are an integral part of human life, and they have been studied extensively by anthropologists, sociologists, and psychologists alike. From religious ceremonies to cultural celebrations,...
Ritualized storytelling is an ancient tradition that has been used for centuries to pass down culture, beliefs, values, and practices from one generation to another within communities. In modern...
A large portion of LGBTQ+ people have experienced some sort of trauma related to their gender identity or sexual orientation throughout life, which can lead to feelings of isolation and alienation....
Narrative Storytelling and Constructing a Bisexual Self
Bisexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by an attraction to individuals of multiple genders, often described as both males and...