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Hey guys- press space to look at more therians :3 If you're confused: Therians are individuals who identify—spiritually, psychologically, or personally—as one or more non‑human animals, an identity known as therianthropy, which typically involves a specific “theriotype” such as wolves, cats, or other real or extinct species. What Therians Are Therians (or therianthropes) identify internally as non‑human animals on a personal or spiritual level. This identity is considered involuntary and integral to the self. A theriotype is the species with which a therian identifies; common examples include wolves, dogs, foxes, and felines, though any real or extinct species is possible. Some therians identify with multiple animals (“polytherians”) or with broader taxonomic groups (“cladotherians”). How Therian Identity Manifests Many therians experience their identity through instincts, emherianguide.comotions, or behaviors associated with their theriotype. Examples include movement styles, sensory associations, or “shifting,” a psychological state where they feel closer to their animal identity. Some report sensations like phantom limbs (e.g., tails, wings, ears) or feel most themselves when engaging in behaviors tied to their theriotype. Origins and Community The modern Western therian community emerged in the early 1990s through online forums such as alt.horror.werewolves. The term “therianthropy” has older roots in Greek and historical folklore referring to human–animal transformation. Psychology and Misconceptions Psychology generally does not classify therian identity as a disorder; instead, it is viewed as a form of identity exploration, especially among adolescents. Therians differ from furries: furries enjoy anthropomorphic animal characters, while therians identify as an animal on a personal or spiritual level. Therian identity is not part of the LGBTQ+ spectrum, though individuals may hold both identities separately. Why People Identify as Therians Motivations may include spiritual beliefs, psychological resonance with certain animal traits, or a sense of belonging within a community. For some, the identity provides emotional grounding, self‑expression, or a symbolic connection to traits like freedom, strength, or sensitivity. Therianthropy today is recognized as a diverse identity phenomenon shaped by personal meaning, community culture, and individual self‑understanding. So... I made this so i can tell you guys that... i've been a therian for about two years now... i've just been scared to say anything because of everyone at school and what they... think of me and do to me... ANWAYYYY Theriotype (Not sure... But I do feel all three of these animals. BUUUT i think i can only have one-): Red Fox, Wolf, and a Black Cat Ty guys for reading my yap! <333 Alex/Minnie, Out! :3