The initiation of a new shaman is an important ritual that is deeply rooted in indigenous cultures around the world. During this ceremony, the individual experiences a symbolic death and rebirth,...
Queer individuals experience ritualized acts of purification differently than cisgender and heterosexual people. This is due to their unique experiences of societal stigma, oppression, and...
Depiction of Sensual Bathing Rituals in Literature
Baths, hot tubs, and showers have long been used as settings for intimate moments between lovers, friends, family members, and even strangers in...
Erotic magazines are known for their use of explicit imagery and sexually suggestive language. These publications often feature photographs of nude models posing provocatively or engaging in various...