Raves are where you should feel accepted for being you
Raving for me and for a lot of people is a place where we can escape the constraints of society for a night and be free to express ourselves however we may please. Whether it be the music, drugs, dancing, socializing, flow art, etc we all have different reasons for why we choose this life that we do. It’s not for everyone but for those who can connect with the culture and gain a passion for it have always had an eye opening experience. We are such a diverse group of people coming from different backgrounds and at different stages in our lives but we are all united by the love for the music.
Raving should be be about accepting those who want to share this same passion, but I feel like lately there’s been so much negativity and hate towards each other for having different opinions. Who cares what genre of music someone listens to, what they choose to wear to an event, how old they are or their experience within this scene. I don’t discriminate against anyone because it shouldn’t matter granted if they are in it for the right reasons. With EDM and raving becoming so popular there will obviously be a large influx of uneducated and inexperienced people to this scene. Instead of hating them for “ruining” things, maybe realize that you were once new too and think about all the people who helped and educated you along the way. Be that person and help the new ones instead of hating them for wearing flower crowns, only liking mainstream artists or asking for a bracelet because that’s probably all they know for now.
So before you go spreading negative vibes, think before you say something. Educate the newcomers, give hugs to those around you and help those who may seem lost. Build the scene you want to see.
PLUR ✌🏼️
