If you've never taken MDMA before, you're in for a treat. You probably have an idea of the drug's effects based on stock video footage played ad nauseam on the news or various documentaries: the dancing, smiling, sweating and incessant desire to form cuddle puddles. While my days of rolling on E are behind me, I still look back fondly on them. MDMA in its pure form is one of the most enjoyable drugs a person can experience. It shines in both therapeutic and recreational settings, enhancing one's sense of empathy as well as bodily sensations like touch and hearing.
This article is for new users who are thinking of taking the drug for the first time as well as those looking to plan the perfect trip. It is not a harm reduction article: the internet is full of scare stories and safety tips on how to avoid dying on MDMA. Please do your research before taking this or any drug.
I think of MDMA as a sensory enhancer... a sensual drug rather than a sexual one. Therefore, to plan a great MDMA experience you should focus on the 5 senses. Here's a quick guide to get you started:
Sight: MDMA dilates the pupils, letting in more light than usual. Therefore you'll probably prefer a dimmer setting than somewhere bright. However don't plan on sitting in the dark. There's a reason people are entranced by light shows at raves. So dim those bulbs & put on some Christmas lights or other colorful/sparkly lights! Glow sticks are also fun. A bubble or fog machine can add to the ambiance as well. Just make sure not to light a bunch of candles or other actual fire sources that can be hazardous. Stick to safer options that you won't have to attend to while high, like colorful neon or LED lights. You'll thank me later.
Smell: This one is interesting. All kinds of aromatherapy are nice on MDMA, but menthol is a favorite among ravers. Vicks inhalers (which incidentally contain levmetamfetamine, the levo isomer of methamphetamine) and other off-brand menthol inhalers send a tingly rush of mint to the brain that's said to reinvigorate the MDMA high. Wear it around your neck for easy access. Scented lotions & oils are also nice if you're doing massages, as are essential oils. But again, don't use anything that has to be plugged in or lit on fire while you're intoxicated.
Sound: This is probably the most essential part of an MDMA experience: Music. Uptempo, spaced-out, funky, electronic. Doesn't matter. Any genre you normally like will sound infinitely better, but try to branch out and mix in some new artists with your standard faves. Make a long playlist and have it ready to go. Better yet, attend a live music show or play your own. Just stay away from anything depressing, somber or angry. You'll likely want to dance spontaneously so keep that in mind when planning. The MDMA high is not like psychedelics where you'll want to meditate in silence or get lost in your thoughts; it specifically enhances music & makes it sound amazing, so go big & get creative with your choice of tunes.
Touch: After music, touch is probably the second most vital part of a good MDMA trip. Ecstasy turns up the sensitivity to touch in a way that's hard to put into words. Everything feels SO GOOD. Soft things. Cool water. Human touch. Stretching your muscles like a cat. Feathers, fur, beads. A cool breeze. I like to keep a spray bottle & spritz myself randomly or, better yet, spray it into my floor fan & let it blow back into my face. Massages & cuddling are also otherworldly. As long as the touch is consensual it's all good.
Taste: You probably won't be particularly hungry while on MDMA as it has appetite suppressing effects, but sweet things like Gatorade & suckers taste yummy. Pop Rocks & sour candy are also fun. MDMA tends to cause the jaw to tense up and trigger an effect called "gurning," so have some gum nearby to prevent tooth grinding. Fruit flavored sweets like Skittles or actual fruit are another a good choice. Whatever you pick, make sure to have plenty of cold water on hand to prevent dehydration. Add a twist of lemon or lime to your water to make it taste amazing.
What To Do/Where To Do It
As for activities to do on MDMA, the possibilities are endless. You don't have to take it at some crowded dance party or festival, though it complements those events nicely--it's also great in more intimate settings. Many of my rolls were with just me and my (now) ex at home by ourselves. It can affect some people a bit differently. I always got the typical euphoric energy rush while she fell asleep shortly after dosing. But the effects are pretty predictable for the most part, unlike LSD or other hallucinogens that can cause panic, ego death & uncomfortable bodyloads. Set and setting are less important with MDMA as freakout potential is lower. It's the next-day comedown that's rough for some folks.
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| My ideal MDMA trip setting, minus the heat and fire. |
I can imagine it being ideal in many settings including a Fall camping trip, date night with your spouse, concerts, holiday parties (New Year's Eve or 4th of July come to mind), a pool party*, Vegas-type shows or at an arcade. Anywhere with lots of sensory stimulation that's not too hot. Personally, my dream MDMA experience would be taking it with my crush with some music playing while we chill in a heated pool at sunset... alone, of course. I can't imagine anything better than the combined highs of this drug plus the natural endorphin rush of being with someone you like romantically. The feeling would probably be on par with winning the lottery, honestly.
This isn't an experience to "waste" by taking it alone or while nobody else is rolling in my opinion. It's definitely more special if other people are on your level, chemically speaking. This is likely due to the drug's effect on empathy. There's a bittersweet feeling to MDMA: you know it's an artificial high that will eventually end, so you want to maximize the pleasure as much as possible & make memories that will last forever. And again, the comedown can be harsh for some so it's not something to re-dose or take every weekend. 3 months between doses is the recommended waiting period.
*Safety first! Only enter the water if you can swim, feel safe doing so and have sober trip sitters present. Do not combine MDMA with alcohol or other intoxicants as this increases the risk of self-injury. The main risks of this drug are overheating and dehydration, so be aware of the ambient temperature & drink plenty of water. Always test your MDMA with fentanyl test strips prior to dosing & start with half a pill to avoid overdosing.
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