The term "social exclusion" refers to the process through which individuals are pushed out of the mainstream society, often due to their gender, age, race, disability, religion, class background,...
Individuals from marginalized communities feel unsafe within traditional institutional structures due to their experiences of discrimination, violence, and lack of representation. This is especially...
Rituals play an important role in shaping one's self-identity, including their gender and sexual orientation. For many queer individuals, participation in ritual activities such as religious services...
Queer affirmation refers to the acceptance and celebration of non-heteronormative identities and relationships, which can include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, pansexual, asexual,...
Religious Observance's Impact On Emotional Resilience, Life Satisfaction, And Meaning-Making
Religion can be defined as a system of beliefs that offer guidance for human behavior, values, customs,...
The intersection between gender identity, sexual orientation, and social expectations can be difficult to navigate for many individuals, especially those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
Ethical Insights from Emotional Fatigue
The concept of emotional fatigue is often used to describe the mental and physical exhaustion that individuals may experience after prolonged periods of...
Participation in queer-affirming religious communities can provide a sense of belonging and social support for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, but it may also have an impact on their spiritual...
Queer practices of affirmation, recognition, and care have significant moral implications that can be traced back to their origins in queer culture. Queer individuals often face discrimination,...
"When it comes to reconciling personal identity with societal norms, there are often times where these expectations can conflict with one's own core values."
Core Values vs Societal Norms
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