What are the cognitive and emotional mechanisms by which queer believers reconcile faith and sexual self-acceptance?
To begin understanding this question, it is important to define what we mean...
Faith is an essential aspect of human life that provides a sense of purpose and meaning to individuals. It can also be a source of strength during difficult times and can bring people together in...
Self-liberation practices refer to activities that individuals can perform without external assistance or guidance, often to liberate themselves from emotional, physical, social, or psychological...
The intersection between religion and sexuality has been an issue since the beginning of time. Many religious denominations believe that homosexuality is sinful and unnatural, while others believe it...
How do psychological mechanisms like denial and compartmentalization work to help people reconcile their faith and sexual identities? Denial is the refusal to acknowledge reality, while...
Many adolescent individuals identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ), which can be challenging for them to reconcile with their religious beliefs and practices....
Reconciling Faith and Social Identity for LGBTQ Individuals
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when it comes to reconciling their faith with their social identities. For many people, their...
Psychological Challenges When Devout And Queer
The intersection between religion and queerness can be an especially difficult one to navigate for those who identify with both. Religions often...
Can divine compassion serve as the central ethical principle in reconciling faith and sexuality?
This is an interesting question that has been debated for centuries among religious and...
As a queer believer, I have often struggled to reconcile my faith in a loving God who provides for all needs with the social exclusion and marginalization that comes with being part of an LGBTQ+...