The traditional Tidung people in North Kalimantan believe in a traditional healing ritual known as besitan. This ritual is performed to cure the condition called selinat, which refers to a state in which a person loses control over himself. The advancement of science, the fast information flow, and the development of medical infrastructure have impacted the perspective and lifestyle of most people in North Kalimantan. However, the besitan ritual still has a place among some Tidung people.
Usman Najrid Maulana
Usman Najrid Maulana is a dance artist who was born on 14 December 1983 in Tarakan, North Kalimantan, Indonesia. Usman continued his education in the dance department of ISI (2004-13). He pursued a career as a professional dancer and opened a studio named Pagun Tengara ART in his hometown Tarakan.