A Liberating Vision of New Thought:
Embracing Trans Inclusion in Sports
Throughout history, spiritual and philosophical traditions have evolved to reflect the expanding consciousness of humanity. New Thought, at its core, is a living, breathing philosophy—one that recognizes the divinity in all people and seeks to remove the barriers that limit human potential. In this light, the inclusion of transgender athletes in both male and female sports is not only a question of fairness but a profound expression of the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) that are foundational to an enlightened and evolving society.
The New Thought Mandate: Oneness and Inclusion
New Thought teaches that we are all divine expressions of the One Mind, each uniquely gifted and inherently valuable. If we truly believe in the omnipresence of Spirit, then exclusion, segregation, and discrimination are contradictions to our faith. Inclusion, by contrast, is the natural outpicturing of a consciousness rooted in wholeness.
From the metaphysical perspective, denying transgender individuals full participation in sports—just as they are—is an act of fear and separation. It is rooted in the false belief that our physical form alone defines who we are, rather than recognizing that each of us is a dynamic, evolving expression of the Infinite. To exclude trans athletes is to perpetuate the idea that some human beings are less worthy of full participation in life—a notion that is completely out of alignment with the principles of New Thought.
The Evolution of Fairness and Equity
Some argue that fairness in sports requires rigid adherence to sex-based classifications, but fairness is not about exclusion. Fairness is about creating systems that allow all people to thrive, not just those who fit into historically dominant categories. The notion of fairness itself is evolving—just as our understanding of race, gender, and ability has expanded over time.
Equity, as a principle, requires us to look at the broader picture: sports have never been purely about biology. They have always involved training, access to resources, and societal advantages or disadvantages. Transgender athletes, like their cisgender counterparts, dedicate themselves to their craft, train with discipline, and compete with integrity. To deny them the right to participate as their authentic selves is to enforce an outdated model of competition that fails to reflect our growing understanding of human diversity.
Belonging: A Spiritual Imperative
Beyond fairness, the deepest spiritual question is one of belonging. Belonging is more than just being allowed to exist—it is being welcomed, valued, and recognized as integral to the whole. When we exclude transgender people from full participation in sports, we send the message that they are less than, that their identities are conditional, that their existence is a problem to be managed rather than a gift to be embraced.
New Thought calls us to rise beyond such limiting ideas. If we affirm that every individual is a perfect and whole expression of the Divine, then our actions must reflect that truth. Inclusion is not just a progressive stance; it is a spiritual necessity.
The Call to Evolve
New Thought has always been a pioneering philosophy—one that challenged outdated theological doctrines, broke free from restrictive dogma, and embraced a higher vision of what is possible. Today, we are called to continue that evolution by affirming, without hesitation, that transgender athletes belong in sports and in every facet of society.
This is not about compromise; it is about transformation. It is about moving beyond fear-based narratives and into a new paradigm where all people, regardless of gender identity, are seen as full and equal participants in the game of life.
To stand for inclusion is to stand for love, justice, and the boundless potential of the human spirit. It is to affirm, in the clearest and most unequivocal terms, that trans rights are human rights, and that belonging is not a privilege to be granted—it is a birthright to be honored.
New Thought teaches us that we create our reality through our beliefs, intentions, and actions. Let us, then, create a world where every person is seen, celebrated, and fully included. Anything less is not of Spirit. Anything less is not New Thought.
This is an important area of solidarity that we must stand on in New Thought. This issue is manufactured out of fear, bad science and outdated notions of binary thinking. It's a fake moral crisis that preys on our children.