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This Arab is Queer - by Elias Jahshan
This Arab Is Queer is a powerful anthology amplifying LGBTQ+ voices from across the Arab world and diaspora. Through personal essays, the book explores identity, faith, migration, family, colonialism and resistance, challenging stereotypes about Arab and Muslim queer lives. Essential reading for those interested in intersectionality, Queer Arab experiences and decolonising LGBTQ+ narratives. Click here for more
Saquib Ahmad
Feb 271 min read


Queer Body Power: Finding Your Body Positivity - by Essie Dennis
Queer Body Power explores body liberation, queer identity and resisting beauty norms. Essie Dennis examines how LGBTQ+ people can reclaim embodiment, strength and self-worth beyond societal expectations. Click here for more
Saquib Ahmad
Feb 201 min read


Straight Jacket - by Mathew Todd
Straight Jacket explores the lasting psychological impact of homophobia on gay men, even in supposedly “post-gay” societies. Drawing on personal insight and research, Matthew Todd examines shame, anxiety, body image, addiction and trauma within the LGBTQ+ community, offering a powerful and compassionate guide to healing and self-acceptance. An essential read for anyone interested in queer mental health, internalised homophobia and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy. Click here for m
Saquib Ahmad
Feb 191 min read


Low-self Esteem and Mental Illness
Low self-esteem almost always stems from trauma. Sometimes that trauma is obvious and unmistakable. Abuse. Assault. Bullying. Accidents. Violence. Racism. Homophobia. Transphobia. Growing up in unsafe or unpredictable environments. And sometimes it’s quieter. So quiet it often gets dismissed or minimised. And sometimes it’s quieter. So quiet it often gets dismissed or minimised. Being compared unfavourably to siblings.
Saquib Ahmad
Feb 95 min read


The Wounds We Carry, The Change We Fight For: Trauma and Activism Are Deeply Linked
These are the activists who don’t just say “Free Palestine” — they also understand how capitalism is funding genocide..z
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 304 min read


Inclusive Therapy That Actually Includes You - FREE and Low Cost Therapy
Because we’ve seen what happens when people are denied Queer affirming therapy.
The misdiagnoses. The shame. The years wasted in therapy…
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 263 min read


Cyberbullying - The two sides of the Depressed coin
Cyberbullying is not harmless banter.It is not something people should “just ignore.” And it is not a personality flaw or a bit of online drama. It is a serious mental health issue — one that harms victims, corrodes perpetrators, and thrives in cultures that excuse cruelty as honesty or free speech.
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 175 min read


Season 2 Episode 3
Darly and Pat talk about their experience of raising 3 Queer kids in Sydney Australia. Exploring some of the challenges and tips that helped them.
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 141 min read


Season Two, Episode 1
Lukasz speaks about being Queer and sober, a movement we are seeing across the LGBTQ+ community where people, but especially young people are choosing to be sober and social and party sober.
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 141 min read


Season One: Episode Six
Dena, Queer Iranian Belgian Comedian
Queer Talk
Dec 2, 20251 min read


Sex, Intimacy and Relationships in Queer community
Sex, intimacy, and relationships in Queer communities are shaped by far more than attraction or desire. This blog explores how shame, trauma, gender norms, power, and social exclusion influence how Queer people connect, attach, and relate. It challenges mainstream relationship models and centres consent, communication, safety, and emotional honesty, offering a compassionate, affirming perspective on Queer intimacy beyond stereotypes.
Saquib Ahmad
Jan 1, 20232 min read
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