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'''Set and setting''' describes the context for psychoactive and particularly hallucinogenic drug experiences. One's mindset (shortened to "set") is the mental state a person brings to the experience, like thoughts, mood and expectations. Setting is the physical and social environment. Social support networks have shown to be particularly important in the outcome of the psychedelic experience.[2] They are able to control or guide the course of the experience, both consciously and subconsciously. Since psychedelics often [[emotion enhancement|enhance one's emotions]], stress, fear, or a disagreeable environment may result in an unpleasant experience ([[bad trip]]). Conversely, a relaxed, curious person in a warm, comfortable, and safe place is more likely to have a pleasant experience.

==Setting==

Choosing an appropriate and safe place for a person to undergo the effects of a substance is extremely important and plays a huge factor in determining the outcome of an experience. The best place for an inexperienced user is a familiar, safe and indoor environment that is completely devoid and free of certain factors which can cause a direct negative influence.

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+'''Set and setting''' describes the context for psychoactive and particularly hallucinogenic drug experiences. One's mindset (shortened to "set") is the mental state a person brings to the experience, like thoughts, mood and expectations. Setting is the physical and social environment. Social support networks have shown to be particularly important in the outcome of the psychedelic experience.[2] They are able to control or guide the course of the experience, both consciously and subconsciously. Since psychedelics often [[emotion enhancement|enhance one's emotions]], stress, fear, or a disagreeable environment may result in an unpleasant experience ([[bad trip]]). Conversely, a relaxed, curious person in a warm, comfortable, and safe place is more likely to have a pleasant experience.
 ==Setting==
 Choosing an appropriate and safe place for a person to undergo the effects of a substance is extremely important and plays a huge factor in determining the outcome of an experience. The best place for an inexperienced user is a familiar, safe and indoor environment that is completely devoid and free of certain factors which can cause a direct negative influence.