Rituals are often associated with traditional religious or cultural practices that have been passed down from one generation to another.
They can also be personalized to suit an individual's needs...
Emotional resilience refers to an individual's ability to cope with adversity and bounce back from negative experiences such as rejection, desire, and relational turbulence in queer contexts. Queer...
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...