GUIDE: FIND OUT if you are a THERIAN + your THERIOTYPES! | Therianthropy

Summary

The video script offers an in-depth guide for individuals exploring whether they identify as Therians, which refers to people who feel a deep, intrinsic connection with a non-human animal identity. The host, Thorne, emphasizes the importance of understanding the term 'Therian' and its distinctions from related concepts like Therianthropy, Therian Mythic, and fictionkin. The guide outlines steps to discern non-human behaviors and differentiate them from human instincts, suggesting research into various types of Therian experiences. It also advises against relying solely on meditation or dream shifts for identification, instead advocating for a comprehensive self-examination that includes personal behaviors, habitat preferences, and social tendencies. The video encourages an open-minded approach to exploring one's Therian identity, acknowledging that it can be a fluid and evolving process.

Takeaways

• 📚 **Research Therianthropy**: Understand the term 'Therianthropy' and its misconceptions to ensure you are identifying with the correct term.
• 🧐 **Self-Reflection**: Question whether your experiences are truly non-human behaviors and take your time with this process, it may take months or years.
• 🌐 **Explore Different Types**: Recognize that there are various types of Therianthropy, including Paleotherianthropy, Cloud Therianthropy, and Polymorphs.
• 📝 **Consider Other Labels**: Be aware of other labels like Otherkin, Therian Mythic, and Fictionkin that might better describe your experiences.
• 🚫 **Avoid Misconceptions**: Do not confuse Therianthropy with spirituality, beliefs, or connections as these are not inherent parts of the identity.
• 🤔 **Identify Non-Human Behaviors**: Determine if you experience non-human behaviors involuntarily, which is a key aspect of Therianthropy.
• 🐾 **Compare with Human Instincts**: Differentiate between human and potential non-human behaviors by researching human and ape instincts.
• 🌱 **Look into the Community**: Investigate common Therian experiences like shifts and species dysphoria to see if they resonate with you.
• 🧬 **Connection to Animal Traits**: When identifying your Therian type, consider connections to habitat, diet, sleep patterns, social behavior, and other animalistic traits.
• 🧘‍♂️ **Meditation and Dreams**: While these can be helpful, do not rely solely on meditation or dreams to determine your Therian type; focus on actual non-human behaviors.
• 🔄 **Fluid Identity**: Accept that your Therian identity can be fluid and change over time, and it's okay to be wrong in your initial identification.