Transgender contemplatives are individuals who experience their gender identity beyond societal expectations of binary sex assigned at birth. They often experience intense spiritual awakenings that...
Ritual Improvisation: An Opportunity for Queer Individuals to Find Empowerment, Creativity, and Psychological Resilience
Ritual improvisation is a unique practice that involves creating customized...
Contemplative practices are activities that involve self-reflection, mindfulness, and meditation to cultivate insight into oneself and one's surroundings. They have been shown to be effective in...
How do queer individuals reconstruct a sense of identity after prolonged exposure to environments that deny or suppress their authenticity? The answer is complicated, but it begins with an...
I will explain how cognitive strategies can help individuals maintain their mental wellbeing when faced with socially hostile or restrictive contexts. These strategies include cultivating resilience,...
Individuals can cope with fragmentation by accepting their whole selves and acknowledging all aspects of who they are, including those that may be perceived as negative or unacceptable. By embracing...
What is Chronic Cognitive Dissonance?
Chronic cognitive dissonance occurs when an individual's belief system does not align with their actions or behaviors. It is a form of mental stress that can...
Queer spiritual practices have been used to help individuals cope with various forms of grief, including personal trauma, losses, and existential anxieties. These practices involve honoring and...
Faith is a powerful force that can transform an individual's life for the better. It has been shown to have numerous benefits such as increased happiness, reduced stress, improved physical health,...
Creative and performative spiritual practices have been found to significantly improve individuals' physical, mental, emotional, and social health and well-being. These activities include meditation,...