Cultural ceremonies are practices that mark significant events in an individual's life and help to define their social status and roles within their community. These ceremonies can take many forms...
In many cultures around the world, sexual initiation has been viewed as an important rite of passage marking significant spiritual, psychological, or social transformations.
For some Native...
The concept of queer suffering is one that has been explored extensively within various disciplines such as philosophy, sociology, psychology, and literature. It refers to the experience of...
Gender transition is an important aspect of contemporary society that involves individuals changing their gender identity to align with their true self. This process can be viewed as a ritualized...
The social media platform TikTok has been increasingly popular among young adults since its launch in 2016. It allows users to create and share short video clips of themselves lip-syncing to music,...
Indigenous cultures have long been known for their rich and varied spiritual beliefs and practices that often extend to matters of sexuality. From ancient tribes to modern day groups, traditional...
The word "initiation" has many meanings, but one of its most interesting is its association with rites of passage into adulthood. Initiation ceremonies are often seen as a way to mark the transition...
Sexual Education and Rites of Passage
Some cultures have unique rituals related to coming of age, adulthood, or transitioning from one stage of life to another that involve learning about...
The Role of Erotic Play in Prehistoric Societies
In ancient times, erotic play played an important role in social bonding and courtship within communities. Archaeologists have uncovered evidence...
Rites of Passage Exist in Kink
Some players mark going from "novice" to "initiated" via ceremonies—like being tied for the first time or publicly collaring, These moments solidify growth and...