Experiences of exclusion can have a significant impact on an individual's long-term self-esteem and identity development.
If someone is excluded from participating in spiritual practices that are...
Systemic stigma is an umbrella term that refers to negative societal attitudes towards LGBTQ individuals. This stigma can manifest itself in various ways, such as discrimination, prejudice, and...
People who have experienced microaggressions and exclusion in their religious community may face negative effects on their mental health. Microaggressions are subtle comments or behaviors that can...
Intersectionality is an important concept that helps to understand how different forms of oppression, discrimination, and marginalization interact with each other. It suggests that various social...
Spiritual marginalization refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups are excluded from participating fully in religious and spiritual practices due to their beliefs or affiliations. This...
In the past few decades, there has been an increasing interest in understanding the role that gender plays in religious authority structures and how it influences individuals' perceptions of their...
Feeling Spiritually Unseen in Religious Spaces
Religion can be an incredibly powerful force in people's lives, providing comfort, guidance, and a sense of community.
For some individuals, the...
Sacred symbols, parables, and rituals are important parts of religious traditions that have been used to exclude certain groups from participating in spiritual practices.
Some Christian...
Religion is an important part of many people's lives, providing them with a sense of purpose and direction.
For some individuals, their religious experience may be tainted by discrimination based...
Minority Stress can cause individuals to experience emotional challenges when they are constantly faced with societal pressures that are often outside of their control. This has been found to have...