Queerness is often characterized as an identity based on nonconformity to dominant gender roles and norms. Radical self-affirmation and self-acceptance are therefore crucial for queer individuals...
Pre-20th century queer life was shrouded in secrecy, marginalized, criminalized, and denied legitimacy. As such, there is limited evidence available to reconstruct how people lived their lives beyond...
The concept of embodied queer faith has gained increasing prominence in recent years, as people explore ways to integrate their religious beliefs with their sexual and gender identities. This...
What does it mean to hope queerly, without guarantees, in a world structured around heteronormative futurity? Hope is a powerful force that can motivate people to achieve their goals and aspirations...
There are many ways to understand what it means to be queer and how that meaning is constructed through relationships, social interactions, and self-identification. One approach emphasizes...
Social media platforms have had an immense impact on how individuals identify themselves and present their identities to others. This has been especially true for members of the LGBTQ+ community who...
How do shame and social marginalization interact to influence resistance, expression, and identity development among queer individuals? Research has shown that stigma and exclusion can have a...
In today's world, queer individuals face unique challenges when it comes to forming their identities, resisting oppression, and building community. This article will explore how everyday practices...
Queer people have always had to navigate their way through a world that is hostile towards them. This has been particularly true when it comes to finding meaning, purpose, and joy in life.
Despite...
Mystical practices are ancient traditions that seek to connect individuals to the divine through various means such as meditation, prayer, ritual, and contemplation. These practices have been used...