Sexual initiation rituals are an important part of Islamic culture that have been passed down for centuries. These rituals serve to teach young people about their physical, emotional, and spiritual...
Sexual Curiosity, Conflicting Values, and Personal Commitment
Sexual curiosity is an innate human drive that can be both exciting and perplexing. It is a natural and healthy part of being alive,...
Sexual encounters with forest spirits have been a popular subject matter in many cultures for centuries. These stories often involve supernatural beings who appear to humans as beautiful maidens or...
Cultural stories play an important role in shaping collective understanding and empathy through their ability to teach morals, values, and ethics to individuals within a community. These tales can...
Sexual development is an essential part of adolescent life, but it can be complicated by conflicting messages about what is acceptable or desirable behavior from family, peers, and culture. This...
LGBTQ Youth: Conflicts Between Personal Sexual Ethics and Religious Moral Teachings
Sexual identity is an integral part of adolescent development, but it can be challenging for young people who...
The practice of religion is deeply rooted in the moral teachings and values passed down from generation to generation. These principles guide how people live their lives, making them respectful of...
Animal Spirit Legends: Sexualized Motifs and Moral Teachings
Sexuality is a powerful force that can be found throughout nature. Many cultures have used this natural phenomenon to teach their...
How Moral Teachings Shape Emotional Conflict
Moral teachings about sin and virtue can have a significant impact on the emotional conflict that queer believers may experience when they struggle...
I will discuss how adolescents can reconcile their experience of sexual curiosity with moral and ethical teachings they receive from different caregivers. As an experienced educator, I have noticed...