| Interesting data, though I have to say consistency of MDMA/Ecstasy usage makes me pause for thought. My understanding was that while (assuming purity and correct dosage) MDMA is relatively safe, repetitive use over a long period of time can lead to issues with a person's seratonin system? My experience is far below that of the author, however in general I figured that it was safest to stick to a general list of rules. This goes for everything including alcohol. For me at least these were: 1. Don't consume anything by yourself, especially at home. 2. If you are in a sad mood or similar, think twice before taking anything. Are you doing this to avoid a problem in your life? 3. If you are to take something, make sure you understand what it is, what the dose is, and what the side effects and risks are. 4. Avoid anything with a high possibility of addiction or damage to health. For me this has pretty much resulted in only ever trying: Alcohol, Weed (edible form preferably) and once or twice Psychadelics. Alcohol is a strange one, since it is objectively quite dangerous but very socially acceptable. In this case keeping an eye on how frequently you drink is important. Though I've been offered coke, or MDMA or similar, I have always refused for the above reasons. Maybe it's possible these things can be safely taken / moderated, but having seen people take these and long term go off the rails, it does not seem like a worthwhile risk. |