Storytelling is an ancient form of communication that has been used to transmit knowledge, history, culture, and values across generations. It can be considered as a powerful tool for social change...
How do sacred symbols provide queer individuals with tools for resilience, agency, and personal growth? In recent years, there has been increasing interest in exploring how certain religious and...
The term 'queer spirituality' refers to the spiritual beliefs and practices that do not conform to traditional heteronormative norms. Queer spirituality is often associated with nontraditional...
Mystical experiences have been shown to provide a powerful source of spiritual healing for many people who struggle with religious trauma. For those who identify as LGBTQ+, these experiences may...
How Religious Trauma Affects Queer Identity Formation
Religion is an integral part of many people's lives, providing comfort, guidance, and community.
For some individuals who identify as...
Engagement with queer spiritual practices can be incredibly beneficial for individuals seeking to deepen their sense of self and connection with others. Through exploring alternative forms of...
Traumatic experiences can have a significant impact on an individual's mental health, including their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and physical symptoms. Trauma is often defined as exposure to one...
The purpose of this article is to explore how ritualized prayers or chants may impact emotional resilience in queer individuals and communities. It will examine what research has been conducted on...
Queer Approaches To Happiness
Queer approaches to happiness challenge mainstream conceptions of personal fulfillment, which tend to center on material possessions and status. These approaches...
The term "bodily reclamation" refers to the process through which queer individuals reclaim their bodies from societal oppression and cultural stigmatization. Queer individuals experience a range of...