Rites of passage represent significant stepping stones throughout one’s personal journey. These observances encompass physical, religious and conceptual changes, proving prevalent in all walks of life across the globe. Throughout these episodes, we will dive into the many aspects of rites of passage, exploring the significance of these events across different cultures and throughout modern and historic literature. Along the way, we will dissect the science behind the theory of rites of passage, and explain how our journeys as teens and young adults are shaped by these events.