Intimate self-expression can be defined as the act of communicating one's desires, feelings, and needs to another person in an intimate setting. This expression is often seen as a natural part of...
In what ways does introspection mediate the reconciliation of personal desire, relational obligation, and ethical reflection?
Introspection is a process of reflecting on one's thoughts, feelings,...
As humans, we all have desires, and for many of us, these desires are intertwined with our spiritual practices. For members of LGBTQ+ communities, this can be especially challenging because there is...
The concept of "self-acceptance" refers to the process of acknowledging and accepting one's own identity, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs without judgment or criticism. In this context, it is...
LGBTQ+ people face challenges navigating their religious beliefs and sexual orientation. For many, there is an internal conflict between what they want to do and how society expects them to act. This...
Internal dialogue is an important tool that individuals use to navigate their personal desires and social moral expectations. It involves the inner conversation an individual has with themselves...
Conflicts Between Personal Desire and Societal Expectation
Personal desire is an individual's innate urge to pursue pleasure or avoid pain. This may include materialistic possessions, social...
How do queer individuals navigate relational authenticity and personal desire within traditional expectations of heteronormative marriage? Queer individuals often face unique challenges when it comes...
Queer Individuals Reconciling Cultural Expectations of Heterosexual Marriage with Personal Desire
Cultural norms across the world dictate that individuals must marry within their gender assigned...
As society continues to progress towards greater acceptance of gender and sexual diversity, many LGBTQ+ individuals are considering entering into heteronormative marriages. This raises important...