Rituals and performances are important elements that can help individuals to achieve their fullest potential and to be true to themselves. For many LGBTQ individuals, these events can provide...
There is no doubt that being lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) comes with its own set of unique challenges and struggles. While progress has been made in recent years to normalize these...
Religious marginalization is an unfortunate phenomenon that occurs when members of a particular faith are excluded from society because they do not fit into traditional social norms. While this may...
Insights from Reconciling Religious Trauma with Self-Affirmation and Authenticity
Religious trauma is a form of spiritual abuse that can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, fear, and confusion. It...
The relationship between spiritual coping and resilience in navigating heteronormative oppression is complicated, but it can be explored through research, literature review, and personal experience....
LGBT Muslims have been struggling to find acceptance and recognition in traditional religious institutions for centuries. While some communities have accepted them, many others still view their...
What is Queer Resilience?
Queer resilience refers to the ability of individuals to cope with adversity related to their gender identity, sexual orientation, or relationship status. It involves...
The term 'minority stress' refers to the unique social and emotional challenges experienced by people who belong to marginalized groups such as racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ communities,...
Sexual minorities face significant challenges when it comes to their social integration. They may experience rejection from friends and family members, exclusion from communities, hostility from...
Resilience is often portrayed as an individual attribute that can be developed through personal effort, but it may also result from collective practices that nurture interdependence and shared...