Thousands of stranded Burning Man attendees were finally headed home in hours-long lines on Monday and Tuesday.

  • correcthorsedickbatterystaple@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    were the kind and caring people more kind and more caring than the people in your community who spend their time and resources in bettering the community? did they shine and/or were their intentions better than volunteers in your community?

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      1 year ago

      To me yes.

      I believe environment opens people up in a way not found commonly outside of the event.

      It’s also a selection bias situation. Those that go are more inclined to bring open maybe.

      I grew as a person, made friends, and shared feelings with strangers openly.

      10/10 experience.

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        1 year ago

        This is what it’s all about. Grew up in the festival scene, met my wife on the dancefloor, in daily contact with friends I’ve had for decades from those days.

        Not everyone can travel to another country for ‘away from home’ experiences but they are vital to a growing mind.

        Festivals like this one are an analogue for that. You meet people you wouldn’t necessarily meet and you rely on one another for safety, entertainment and connection.

        Taking those lessons back to city life is natural and a part of why these events are important experiences for many people.

        So happy you had a 10/10.

        One love.