The Lowdown Blog
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The science of euphoriaThere’s a feeling in the rave that is almost impossible to describe. That point in the night, where you feel at one with the people around you. A tune comes in that totally transports you out of y...
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6 of the best alcohol alternativesFor the majority of ravers, having a drink is an intrinsic part of the night. Pre-drinks at home, a can or a bottle on the way to the club and regular visits to the bar once you’re in - all standa...
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4 hard truths about the seshThere is no denying that plenty of people out there love a good smash up. For some, seshin’ every weekend is a lifestyle choice, rolling from club to club, afters to afters and coming home on Mond...
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5 ways to help a friend who's overdoing itThe party life has many pitfalls. Many ravers lose themselves in a lifestyle that can become toxic and very unhealthy. Whether that’s addiction, depression, or any number of other harmful behaviou...
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5 tips for sober ravingIf you’ve ever considered going sober, even just for a weekend, you may have felt daunted by the prospect. Let’s face it, rave culture is steeped in substance use and going against the grain can b...
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4 ways to level up your summer anticsSummer is well under way and we’re a few months into festival season, which means burnout could be on the cards if you’ve been overindulging. A combination of good weather, debauched days in the p...
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How to deal with peer pressure like a proPeer pressure is inherent to human behaviour. As social creatures we have a need to fit in, to maintain order in the pack and have some semblance of conformity.The result of this is pressure from ...
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4 ways sound can heal youSound and frequency are universal in our world. Everything has a resonance, as the great Nikola Tesla said, "If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency an...
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5 natural ways to boost your energyNatural energy boosters are the way forward, especially if you’re a regular partygoer. Relying on energy drinks that are full of sugar and other nasties can be detrimental to your health and wellb...
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How to avoid peaking too earlyEveryone has peaked too soon at least once in their lifetime. It’s perhaps one of the most common mistakes made when it comes to partying. The fallout is terrible; your night ruined, having to go ...
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4 tips to cope with mid-rave nauseaPartying all night long can impact your wellbeing in many different ways, positive and negative. Occasionally you may end up overindulging and dealing with a case of nausea.We all know that feelin...
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How healthy boundaries enhance the raveEstablishing healthy boundaries is an often overlooked aspect of life itself, not only in the rave. Adopting clearly defined boundaries, learning when to say “No”, protecting your energy and maint...
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10 simple hacks to avoid a hangoverNo one likes a hangover. No one. But they are an all too common by-product of many people’s raving antics. Symptoms of a hangover range from nausea and a headache, to low moods, lethargy, anxiety ...
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How to unlock your happy chemicals naturallyThe human body is an incredible system capable of producing an array of chemicals that boost your mood and trigger feelings of euphoria. Dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin and endorphins are among the ...
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5 ways to cope with insomniaCan’t get no sleep? We’ve all been there. Insomnia is a common by-product of nocturnal (mis)behaviour. Hours spent on the dance floor and beyond can often leave ravers unable to get a proper night...
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4 proven benefits of dancingDancing, whether you’ve got rhythm or not, is a primal form of self-expression that can do wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing. It’s an ancient human practice, rooted in ritual and commu...
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5 festival survival essentialsAfter two years of minimal activity, festival season returns in full force this year. Whether it’s a day-long adventure, a weekend or a full-on seven days of debauchery and al fresco raving, festi...
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How to cope with mid-rave anxietyNo matter how long you’ve been immersed in rave culture, there’s always a chance that you could be overcome with anxiety at the most unexpected moment. Any number of factors lie at the heart of th...
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How to level-up your partying by setting an intentionAs a powerful neurological hack, intention setting is a simple method for ensuring that your actions and activities are performed in a conscious manner. Why is this important to raving? Well, if y...
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5 pro-level party habitsDeveloping healthy habits is a surefire way to not only level up your partying, but your life as a whole. Habitual behaviour is the backbone of our way of being; this can, of course, have both pos...
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What your heart looks like when you go ravingPerhaps not something many of us consider when we’re OUT out is how a night of partying can affect our internal organs. These can be both positive and not-so-positive, of course. A combination of ...
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5 ways to prepare your body for a partyIf you really want to make the most of the weekend’s antics, consider putting your energy into preparation. Raving can be gruelling, putting pressure on your body and mind over a long period of ti...
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5 signs you need to take a break from partyingIt’s all too easy to get lost in the party and understandably so; raves are where we often make lifelong friends, find an antidote to the rigours of modern life, experience unparalleled highs and ...
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How to detox after a raveOne of the main pitfalls of the party lifestyle is the fallout post-rave. We all know that a night of consuming any kind of intoxicant isn’t necessarily good for your health.The payback can be har...
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ParanoiaParanoia is a debilitating condition that can creep on us without much warning. Ranging from mild symptoms to crippling thoughts that affect every aspect of our behaviour, it’s a consequence of th...
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Disco napsGetting enough Zzzs can make all the difference when it comes to enjoying a night on the dance floor, also playing a critical role in supporting your general mental wellbeing.If you’re knackered b...
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Social anxietyFor some of us, raving and being around lots of people can actually be quite a challenge - more of a challenge than we may care to admit. The mere thought of encountering an environment where ther...
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How to rave til dawn and beyondWe’ve all been there, it’s 3am, a few hours deep into the party, and you’re flagging. Legs aching, body feeling drained and fantasising about being wrapped up in bed, not knee deep in the rave. No...
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GurningEver been knee deep in the rave with your jaw going ten to the dozen? Or maybe you’ve seen others sporting facial contortions worthy of the World Gurning Championships? To be frank, it’s a common ...
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PurityIf you’re unable to get certain nutrients as part of your regular diet, supplements are a must. Everyone’s on it; from yogis and meditators to ravers who want to take the edge off a heavy weekend....
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SleepFor so many of us; DJs, ravers, lighting operators, promoters, club managers… it’s all too easy to prioritise a good time and/or working over getting some kip. Sleep is essential to our overall ...
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Habit and addictionIf you’re unable to get certain nutrients as part of your regular diet, supplements are a must. Everyone’s on it; from yogis and meditators to ravers who want to take the edge off a heavy weekend....
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Serotonin: the happy hormoneYou’ve probably heard of serotonin but want to understand what it actually is, what it does and how your partying affects it? Read on for the skinny.
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Liquid love: how to hydrate when you partyYou’ve heard the advice, “Drink water!”, while you’re raving a thousand times before. It’s raving 101 that if you’re dancing for hours on end in a hot club after consuming substances that mess with your ability to regulate your body temperature it’s going to make sense to stay hydrated.
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Wet January: the case against going dryIt’s a simple idea. Don’t drink alcohol for the first month of the year. But is there any evidence that Dry January is actually worthwhile? Read on to work out whether you should bother.
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Hangover cures: what no-one tells youWouldn’t it be great if all the Christmas and New Year pints, fizz, plonk and shots could be enjoyed without the pounding headache, gut rot and kill-me-now pain of a hangover?
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Happy drugs: your feel good chemicalsWhat’s the secret to happiness? It’s an age-old philosophical question that continues to befuddle many great minds. From a biological perspective though, things are a bit more straightforward.
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The smoking area: your secret wellness sanctuaryAhh the humble smoking area. That gush of fresh air, the crispness of the cold night… and some annoying bloke asking for a lighter. Jokes aside, the smoking area can work wonders on a night out. Read on for the ways it can help you.
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Ears at raves: how to not wreck yoursWearing earplugs to listen to loud music sounds counterintuitive. The whole point is to experience the music, right? But can a few hours in front of a rig actually damage your ears? And more import...
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Hangxiety: why you get anxious after drinkingHaunted by worries about what you said or did last night? Post-drinking feelings of guilt and stress have a name: “hangxiety”. But what causes it?
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Night terrors: what you need to knowMad dreams like you’re in a horror movie. Thrashing around in bed. Shouting out in your sleep. You or your mates may have experienced some or all these after a weekend of partying. But why do people get these night terrors and should you worry about them? Read on to find out…
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After afters: how to recover from a late oneNobody wants to feel like death after a big weekend. So what can you do to soften your landing? Read on to find out...
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Sober raving: your survival guideWhat’s it like going sober - drinks or otherwise - to an all-nighter while your mates are getting on it? Is it possible to maximise your good times while minimising your intake? Read on for the lowdown.
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Brain zaps: do you need to worry?Are you a seasoned raver or festival-goer? Then you’re likely familiar with ‘brain zaps’ – those sharp cranial jolts that feel like nails scratching down your brain stem. But what’s behind this grisly post-party affliction...and can they be avoided? Read on for the 411.
