LGBTQ individuals are people who do not identify with traditional gender roles and/or sexual orientations. This can lead to feelings of alienation, discomfort, and isolation within their social...
How do experiences of partial acceptance complicate the pursuit of self-actualization and relational intimacy?
Partial acceptance occurs when an individual is accepted for some aspects of their...
Moral Principles Supporting Authenticity in LGBT Identity
The moral principle that supports the ethical pursuit of authenticity in LGBT identity is self-actualization, which is defined as the...
Can coming out be theorized as an ongoing performance of existential authenticity and relational truth?
Coming out is a process that involves an individual revealing their true identity to others...
The idea that one's identity is shaped by an individual's choices rather than society has been central to existentialist philosophy since its emergence in the late 19th century.
How does this...
In existentialist philosophy, freedom is considered essential for human beings to reach their potential, also known as self-actualization. This can occur when people choose to take responsibility for...
We will explore the concept of queerness from an existentialist perspective to gain a deeper understanding of its implications for personal identity and ethics. Existentialists believe that...
The concept of existentialism is often associated with philosophers such as Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus who proposed that individuals have ultimate freedom to choose their own actions and...
Can the act of existing authentically function as both philosophical practice and political resistance?
Philosophy is an ancient discipline that seeks to understand the nature of reality and...
Self-actualization is a psychological concept that refers to an individual's ability to realize their full potential and achieve personal growth. It is often associated with Maslow's hierarchy of...