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Why I like to go to festivals sober

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Why I like to go to festivals sober
Brooke Lyn Landon

It's that time again folks! The spring and summer festivals begin full of glitter, face paint, costumes, loud music, psychedelic art, and drugs. I have nothing against any of those things, in fact, I think festivals are great fun, but I like to experience them in a different way than many.

Festivals are in many ways a place to connect with others, express yourself creatively, and have a good time. Many people think that doing drugs will enhance their connection, creativity, and experience, but I don't feel the same way. Sure, drugs can certainly do those things, but is it really connection, or a chance to escape?

I believe we can enhance our experience without drugs by being happy with our choices, and appreciating what we have. I like to go to festivals sober because I enjoy making connections, being creative, having experiences, and making the most of it as I am. Is that to say I will never go to a festival and have a drink? No. Generally speaking however, I prefer to be in a clear, conscious, and sober state.

Why you may ask? Well, aside from what I have mentioned above, a part of my feels like pure consciousness itself in those environments. I am observing hundreds of people experiencing a completely different reality than my own. Though that is always the case because everyones reality and life is different, I feel even more aware of my state of being, and that of others. I'm sure one could say that's what drugs do for them, but I like to get high off life.

Another reason I like to go to festivals sober is because of how much better and energetic I feel the next day. Instead of having to rush to the bottle to cure the hangover, or do drugs to get my energy back, I can wake up and start my day with a clear mind. Also, I can't even imagine the comedown after the festival is over having put all of those toxins in my body.

I have nothing against those who choose to go down that path, and have those experiences, for I think everyone does what is right for them in that moment, and everything can have its benefits. That being said, if you haven't yet experienced a festival sober, I encourage you to do so. Not so that you can be sober, but so you can experience something in a way that may take you out of your comfort zone, yet still bring you joy. Don't be afraid to do something different. There will always be another festival.


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