Workplace rituals

Social rituals have formed a part of human culture for tens of thousands of years.... Rituals can aid in creating a firm sense of group identity. Humans have used rituals to create social bonds and even to nourish interpersonal relationships.

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We did Halloween rituals at work today. The CEO judged the best pumpkin and the best Halloween outfit. My plan to go dressed as a witch in a blond wig and a tight black dress foundered on the fact that I didn't acquire any of these items. But the cakes were nice. Other than that, just another busy day in the office. And out of it ...