“The 120 Days of Sodom” – An analysis of the scandal and censorship

The “120 Days of Sodom” by Marquis de Sade is a work that has caused controversy since its creation in the 18th century. This book, written by de Sade during his imprisonment in the Bastille, is a radical testimony of violence, sex and power that challenges the boundaries of human morality and ethics in a … Continue reading “The 120 Days of Sodom” – An analysis of the scandal and censorship

From self-doubt to self-love: body acceptance in new adult literature

New adult novels focus on the phase of life when young adults are learning who they are, what they want, and how to navigate the world. A central part of this journey is understanding and accepting one’s body. Many of us have experienced this struggle: feeling insecure about our own reflection in the mirror, striving … Continue reading From self-doubt to self-love: body acceptance in new adult literature

“Spring COB” in the life of a fraternity

Continuous Open Bidding (COB) is an informal recruitment process used by student fraternities to accept new members outside of the formal main recruitment period, which usually takes place in the fall. Purpose: COB is designed to give fraternities that have not met their quota or their chapter’s total membership after formal recruitment the opportunity to … Continue reading “Spring COB” in the life of a fraternity

The underrated eroticism of calves – A guide for authors

In the world of erotic writing, authors often focus their attention on obviously sensual body parts. But sometimes the real art lies in recognizing the potential in the seemingly mundane details. Today we turn our attention to an often overlooked but fascinating subject: calves. Why calves? Calves are a subtle but powerful element in erotic … Continue reading The underrated eroticism of calves – A guide for authors

The difference between crush parties and mixers

Although both events involve social interactions between members of different fraternities and sororities, a mixer is not the same as a crush party. While mixers are more about meeting new people and making friends, crush parties are designed to promote romantic or platonic relationships between members of different organizations. A crush party in the context … Continue reading The difference between crush parties and mixers

Crush parties in the context of American student fraternities

A crush party (also known as a crush dance) is an established event within the American fraternity system, organized by both fraternities and sororities. This guide explains the concept and the usual procedures. Basic concept and organization The basis of a Crush Party is a structured nomination process: Forms of procedure In the standard form, … Continue reading Crush parties in the context of American student fraternities

Development of an ENF Christmas story: The Perfect Moment

1. The Basic Idea A young woman is planning a private fashion show as a special gift for her partner. She wants to present various outfits, from elegant to seductive. Due to a series of unforeseen events, the evening turns out differently than planned – what at first seems embarrassing ultimately leads to a deeper … Continue reading Development of an ENF Christmas story: The Perfect Moment

The connection between shame and perfectionism: “The Perfect Moment”

Perfectionism is often not, as many think, the pursuit of excellence, but rather a shield against shame and vulnerability. This insight is impressively illustrated in Sandra Manther’s novella ‘The Perfect Moment’. The protagonist Marie is a textbook example of this mechanism: as a successful architect, she has organized her life down to the smallest detail, … Continue reading The connection between shame and perfectionism: “The Perfect Moment”

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