Exploring Identity

Transgender and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) children need validation and support on their journey toward self-discovery. Unfortunately, due to stigma and misinformation, these kids can be especially vulnerable to bullying, discrimination, and even mental health issues such as anxiety or depression. The good news is that there are steps you can take to empower your child as they explore, understand, and affirm their gender identity. In this guide, a licensed social worker who specializes in gender-nonconforming youth offers real tools to help your child thrive in all aspects of life.

Every child has the right to feel seen, valued, and free to be their unique selves at school. And as educators, we strive to create the conditions that can make it possible for our students to feel this sense of belonging every day. But what are the strategies, lessons, and practical ideas for facilitating these conditions in our classrooms? In this book, Veronica Scott and Rebecca Bellingham present an artful approach to teaching.

Some of the most interesting and debated entities in the Bible are the Sons of GOD in the sixth chapter of the book of Genesis. I certainly agree they are interesting and the subject of much debate, but I believe they are more than that. I believe who and what they are can have a great effect upon one’s understanding of the rest of the Bible. I understand that who and what these entities are is not a salvation issue, but it is an extremely important one. The devil is the great deceiver (John 8:44). It is his goal to deceive every man, woman and child he can. I believe having the incorrect...

Bigfoot research has long been clouded by hoaxes, blurry photographs, and folklore—but Flesh and Blood Bigfoot: Exploring Physical Evidence and the Theories of Sasquatches Identity as a Hominoid cuts through the noise with a grounded, anthropological investigation into one of North America’s most persistent mysteries. Anthropologist Sharon Eby guides readers through decades of reports, field findings, and case studies that point toward a startling possibility: Bigfoot may not be a mythic creature at all, but a surviving hominoid—a physical, biological being that leaves behind ...

FREEDOM * LIBERTY * CITIZENSHIP Have you ever felt that something about the American story doesn’t add up? In this bold and eye-opening book, Kelby Smith of HIS Advocates takes you on a journey to uncover the deeper truth behind what it truly means to be an American. Not the version sold to you by mainstream media or taught in public classrooms, but the foundational identity rooted in state Citizenship. We have unalienable GOD given rights that are still obtainable to this day. Through personal stories, historical insight, and courageous questioning, this book explores the difference ...

In The Language of Human Contradiction, Yavar Dehghani invites readers into a provocative exploration of the paradoxes that shape our lives. Through a tapestry of questions—rather than answers—this book examines how language, belief, and perception collide to form the scaffolding of reality. From the tension between knowing and doubting, to the moral ambiguity of right and wrong, Dehghani challenges us to rethink the binaries we live by. This is not a book of conclusions, but of openings—an invitation to sit with contradiction and discover the clarity that emerges when we stop trying ...

Why is Christ called “the Son of God”? Discover an answer so simple you’ll wonder why you never saw it before—and so beautiful it’ll take your breath away. No matter who you are or what position you have taken on the Sonship of Christ, you have no doubt felt the tension and complexity involved in trying to make sense out of the two apparently contradictory claims in Scripture.

Two worlds. One dream. A race through fear to survive. Every night, Luke closes his eyes and becomes someone else—Aliya, a fierce young woman in a distant world plagued by a deadly sickness that spreads through dreams. At first, Luke thinks it’s just a vivid escape from his own life. But then his sister is diagnosed with cancer, and the nightmares begin to bleed into reality. In Aliya’s world, the plague is growing stronger. In Luke’s, time is running out. Bound by a shared dreamscape, Luke and Aliya must master the dangerous art of dreamwalking and face the fears they’ve both ...

19 Masks People Wear is your guide to unraveling the myriad facades that shape our lives, leading you on a path to self-discovery, enhanced communication, and inner fulfillment.

What if every possible book already existed? What if truth, falsehood, wisdom, and nonsense were all hidden in an infinite library that stretched forever? Jorge Luis Borges’ short story The Library of Babel has fascinated readers for generations, offering one of the most haunting metaphors for infinity, language, and the search for meaning. In Infinite Meaning: Exploring the Philosophical Ideas Found in Borges’ Library of Babel, The Practical Atlas takes readers on a profound journey through the philosophical questions raised by this timeless vision. Across ten engaging chapters, this ...

A safer, identity-affirming workbook created for LGBTQPIA2S+ people of all ages — including youth, adults, professionals, and allies exploring identity(ies), healing, belonging, and lived experience. Exploring My Identity(ies) is written by Van Ethan Levy (they elle) — a queer, non binary, trans, neurodivergent therapist, educator, author, and advocate dedicated to identity-affirming practice and lived-experience-centered healing. This workbook creates a safer space to explore: ✔ identity(ies) ✔ emotions & self-understanding ✔ lived experience ✔ community & belonging ✔ harm, ...

Meet Swami and Latha, two intrepid souls embarking on a journey of self-discovery that promises to challenge, enlighten, and entertain. Their conversations unfold against the backdrop of everyday life—amidst the humdrum of bustling streets, the tranquillity of nature, and the warmth of shared laughter. This exploration of these two characters takes us through the intricate pathways of identity, reflecting on the multifaceted nature of our existence. The dialogues between these two vibrant characters have illuminated our understanding of self, revealing that our identities are not merely ...

This volume offers an accessible investigation of the Naassene discourse embedded in the anonymous Refutation of All Heresies (completed about 222 CE), in order to understand the theology and ritual life of the Naassene Christian movement in the late second and early third centuries CE. The work provides basic data on the date, genre, and provenance of the Naassene discourse as summarized by the author of the Refutation (or Refutator).

What does it mean to be gay and a Christian? Beginning with how the Bible describes the Church, author Nate Collins outlines a vision for community life that challenges Christians to examine obstacles that inhibit spiritual unity. This new vision calls straight and non-straight believers alike...

Between Grace & Fire A Platinum Chocolate Psychological Saga** Some lives are shaped by love. Others are forged by survival. And a few are tempered—slowly, painfully—between grace and fire. Between Grace & Fire is a psychologically layered, emotionally searing literary saga that traces one woman’s interior life from childhood into adulthood—not through spectacle, but through consequence. This is not a story about what happened. It is a story about what it cost. At its center is Aurie—a woman raised inside precision, performance, and expectation, groomed for appearance rather than ...

When Jesus declared, “Upon this rock I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18), He revealed His plan for a victorious, Spirit-filled, world-impacting people. But what does it truly mean to be the Church that Jesus Himself is building? In this compelling and Scripture-rich book, Myron T. Powell takes readers on a journey through the Word of God to uncover the Church’s true identity, eternal purpose, and glorious destiny. From its foundation in Christ to its mission in the world and its triumph in eternity, this book reveals how God ...

Understanding Gender Bending An exciting bedroom activity for the adventurous couple In and out of your bedroom

Have you ever felt lost, like you’re just going through the motions? Do you ever wake up and wonder who you are outside of the endless roles you fill and the expectations you have to meet? If you've ever felt disconnected or needed a reminder of your worth, it’s time to stop searching for your identity in a world that constantly changes. Discover Your True Self, Find Lasting Peace In a world that tells you your worth is in what you do, it's easy to lose sight of who you are. The Heart, Your True Identity is an invitation to rediscover the person you were always meant to be, deeply loved...

If you are a transgender and gender-nonconforming teen, you may experience unique challenges with identity and interpersonal relationships. In addition to experiencing common teen challenges such as body changes and peer pressure, you may be wondering how to express your unique identity to others. The Gender Quest Workbook incorporates skills, exercises, and activities from evidence-based therapies—such as cognitive behavioral therapy—to help you address the range of struggles you may encounter related to gender identity, such as anxiety, isolation, fear, and depression.

A historical fiction book set in the northern frontier of Canada during the 19th century. Step into the wild, uncharted territories of 19th century Canada in "Jesuit on the Frontier," where faith, struggle, and discovery intertwine. Follow the journey of Luc Sienna, a young man poised on the brink of transforming his life under the watchful eyes of two Jesuit priests—Father Marcus, a weary yet compassionate guide, and Father Rafael, a strict disciplinarian. As Luc embarks on an extraordinary quest of self-discovery and redemption, he is forced to confront not just the external dangers of ...