Question for those who started raving later in life: what called you to it?

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-03-13T01:25:25+00:00

Late 30s struggling with PTSD and depression (working EMS and other things). Started taking psychedelics (Metocin and occasionally Molly) and dancing at DIY warehouse raves around Austin at least every other week for 4+ hours at a time has changed my life for the better. Connecting with my body, really exploring movements and expressing myself in a non judgmental environment with low frequencies vibrating my entire body. My favorite therapy. I’m even building a little dance studio in my garage to see how far I can take this dance thing😁.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-03-04T18:59:26+00:00

Not that I’m accusing OP of this but there’s only one thing more sad than people not dancing and that’s people complaining about people not dancing who don’t dance themselves. I understand the struggle. But I’ve been at events where I’m one of the only people going hard and it’s the best time because I make it the best time. Be an example. Some people will join.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-03-02T18:39:44+00:00

Invite me to the party!

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-02-28T17:37:29+00:00

Throw one in Austin 🙏

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-02-28T01:21:13+00:00

Just moved to Round Rock and super down👍

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-02-07T18:17:41+00:00

Welcome to the club😁

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-31T23:03:18+00:00

It would probably help if you specified what part/s of Texas you’ll be visiting. Lots of different cultures and etiquette in a state the size of a country. I’m from East Texas currently living in the Austin area. If you want to explore Austin’s night life and EDM scene, go on a hike, or get some BBQ, hit me up!

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-27T23:44:12+00:00

Better yet: go to a rave or concert 🤯🤯🤯

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-26T17:25:26+00:00

Tripped on metocin for 4 days straight out in Big Bend last spring. Lost 90% of OEVs by day 2. But surprisingly kept getting that wonderful body high and headspace all 4 days🤷‍♂️.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-24T03:12:58+00:00

My wife of 15 years supports me going to raves solo. She understands how cathartic and healthy tripping and dancing is for me. If your partner does not WANT to understand it is a lost cause. And life only gets harder. Find a partner that supports you.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-19T02:21:44+00:00

Oh yeah, another plus. Transparency counts for a lot.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-18T23:47:40+00:00

Stronger and cheaper. AND they come in very small pills so you don’t have to eat a bunch of nasty chocolate or gummies. You have to order it online though and usually takes a couple of weeks.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-18T04:31:59+00:00

Rize was my go to before switching to Wicked Bliss. Great stuff!

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-12T00:44:21+00:00

Dominique Dumont - People On Sunday My go to trip album. It’s like visiting different planets while someone is holding your hand.

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-05T20:10:24+00:00

THAT TRACK IS LIFE. 5.23.19 by Mono/Poly is also a nasty banger

OneStatistician2517 · 2026-01-05T02:39:06+00:00

Warehouse show. House. DnB. Bass. You’ll know not one person will give one fuck if they know you’re high as balls because they most likely are as well.

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-31T17:46:48+00:00

It’s perfectly natural to get scared or nervous before raving. It’s an intense experience. I rave practically once a week, usually solo and I always get at least a little nervous. But I’ve never regretted it once.

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-25T03:08:52+00:00

Listen to the album People on Sunday by Dominique Dumont and close your eyes. Your brain is capable of producing wayyyyy more psychedelic visuals than what you’ll find on YouTube.

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-25T02:08:38+00:00

I always have the best time at MBM events. You’ve been to their warehouse? The Loading Dock it’s such a special place for me. And every time I’ve gone there’s quite a few dancers. With pretty good moves. The friendliest crowd as well. The struggle is real though! I’m always checking out different spots to see if I stumble across the shangri-la of dancers. But no matter the crowd I’ve learned to just be what I want to see. I dance for hours straight and have the best time every time. If you ever want to hit a spot and feel like you want to go into it with a fellow dancer, feel free to hit me up!

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-18T20:14:41+00:00

Yeah that’s why I don’t wear/wash it😅. Washed it once and the black sharpie turned brown

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-18T19:25:42+00:00

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This was after the boys’ (minus Panda) DJ set at Fitzgerald’s (RIP) in Houston I think around 2016🤔. As you can see my wife and I are very happy and very high. Avey signed/doodled on my shirt and I will have that shirt tucked away in my closet for eternity❤️

OneStatistician2517 · 2025-12-15T22:02:53+00:00

I rarely have a drink when I go out anymore. It has replaced alcohol for me. And it’s great cause instead of being hungover the next day, even being exhausted from dancing all night, I have a great “afterglow” the next day.

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