Rite of Passage

Overview

There's a saying 'Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional'. The transition from childhood to adulthood is inevitable. Cultures all over the world signify this coming of age with rituals and rites of passage - requiring a special feat or test be overcome, symbolising the courage and confidence needed to take on bigger challenges in life. In western culture, have we lost the art of 'growing up'? Do young people lack the guidance they need to navigate this change? The team discuss the tools needed to embrace this shift of responsibility in a healthy way.