Giving Strangers Acid on Christmas

A personal anecdote from Christmas 2014 in New Zealand serves as an educational cautionary tale regarding the risks of using psychedelics around unfamiliar people. While camping in a remote area, the narrator and his partner crossed paths with another couple and decided to share LSD with them. The narrative emphasizes the vulnerability of seeking altered states of consciousness while in the presence of strangers, as this can trigger paranoia, anxiety, and a feeling of losing control over one safety. The recount serves to underscore the importance of set and setting, advising against tripping with strangers. It cautions that unknown individuals can unintentionally ruin an experience by fostering distrust or paranoia. By sharing the uncomfortable emotions encountered during this trip, the aim is to highlight how vital a secure and familiar environment is when using substances such as LSD.