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Otherkin (n)

Literal meaning; Kindred to 'other'
Shorthand; 'Kin. (also used as a Suffix)

The Otherkin phenomenon is a [young] idea, being primarily silent as a concept until the mid to late 80s, coinciding with the popularization of the internet. And so internal [understanding], [interpretation], and methodology is fluid and actively debated. This malleable nature of [understanding] acts to confound concrete definition beyond the following general concept:

"'Otherkin' is an individual or community of individuals that Self-identify as being not completely human, or having been inhuman in a past life/incarnation. This idea is quantified through a combination of Personal and Shared Gnosis." It is a personal recognition of the enduring influence of a non-human aspect (Which can include terrestrial fauna, non-terrestrial fauna, incorporeal/spiritual entities, and mythical beings). Typically sourced in recognition of subtle influences to personality and/or behavioral predisposition. In some cases reference is also made to spiritual talent or natural aptitude towards specific practices. Particularly Shamanism/animism.

Otherkin may be loosely compared to other spiritual and [philosophical] ideas rooted in Shared Personal Gnosis and spiritual Self-realization such as Starseeds, Drop-ins, indigo children, and other practices based in modern new-age concepts.

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