Making Connections
This year I finally bit the bullet and went to EDC solo. Honestly, it was an incredible experience — I vibed on my own, explored at my own pace, and really got lost in the music. But throughout the weekend, there were so many moments where it felt like people around me were trying to connect, and I kept second-guessing myself.
Things like:
-girls slowly moving closer into my space while dancing
-people constantly looking back at me
- little moments like hands brushing against mine or my body
Even though I was rolling and feeling good, part of me still stayed stuck in my head telling me I was probably just being awkward or reading too much into things.
By the end of all three nights, I realized I never actually acted on any of those moments or made any real connections, and I honestly regret it.
For people who’ve gone solo to festivals/raves — what’s your experience with this? When you feel that kind of energy or attention from people around you, how do you actually break the ice without overthinking it? I’m totally open to making friends and meeting people, but in those moments I get shy and freeze up.