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It wasn’t scary. It was beautiful. Magical. Out of this world. It was bizarre and yet it made complete sense. And I was not alone. And I never would be again.
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Trip Report: My Quest For 'Cutting Chai' After a Night on Acid, MDMA and Viagra

I finally knew what everyone meant when they said, “Good morning.”
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Why I Followed My Mum Into Sex Work

She laughs at my anecdotes and evaluates my outfits, but she's also sensitive to the profession's drawbacks.
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If a Loved One Is Struggling With Drug Addiction, Is it Wrong to Cut Ties?

"I have one sibling. Except, at the moment, it feels more like I’m an only child. My younger brother isn’t my brother anymore."
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Hoop Earrings Are My Culture, Not Your Trend

Hoops are worn by minorities as symbols of resistance, and strength. Think twice before you put them on.
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What do you do when the comedown never ends and the club is your only escape?
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Partying with Depression Turned My Life Upside Down

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Why Clubbing Is Never Better Than When You've Got a Fake ID

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Where Did My OCD Come From?

There's always been a big part of me that wanted to believe OCD is genetic, that my mom's DNA, rather than her behavior, gave me OCD. But I've realized that pointing the finger isn't that important when you want to get well.
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The VICE Guide to Mental Health

Where Did My OCD Come From?

There's always been a big part of me that wanted to believe OCD is genetic, that my mom's DNA, rather than her behavior, gave me OCD. But I've realized that pointing the finger isn't that important when you want to get well.
Anonymous
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