One missing consideration here seems to be the overall group dynamics. Hanging out with a group of friends that have all taken molly for example is a totally different experience than hanging out with a mixed group where some are rolling and some not.
I’ve noticed the same occurs with alcohol to a slightly lesser extent. Ability to mirror the energy, jokes, conversations, etc. when not in the same state is often reduced (sometimes significantly).
For large parties, this effect is minimal to non-existent, but with smaller groups, I’ve found it can change the overall group dynamics. Hard to find the right word, but it can lead to less comradery and a less cohesive experience for every member of the group.
This can be true but it varies a decent amount with expectations I think. As my friends get older and more of us have kids to think about it’s becoming more normalized to have a mix of sobriety levels at what would have once been drunk parties.
One missing consideration here seems to be the overall group dynamics. Hanging out with a group of friends that have all taken molly for example is a totally different experience than hanging out with a mixed group where some are rolling and some not.
I’ve noticed the same occurs with alcohol to a slightly lesser extent. Ability to mirror the energy, jokes, conversations, etc. when not in the same state is often reduced (sometimes significantly).
For large parties, this effect is minimal to non-existent, but with smaller groups, I’ve found it can change the overall group dynamics. Hard to find the right word, but it can lead to less comradery and a less cohesive experience for every member of the group.
This can be true but it varies a decent amount with expectations I think. As my friends get older and more of us have kids to think about it’s becoming more normalized to have a mix of sobriety levels at what would have once been drunk parties.
Excellent comment.
What I fear is being left out of certain social outings because I don’t drink and you out it succinctly.