Don't try to "look like a burner" or act like a burner. Your first year is immensely impactful and might be your best because you don't know what to expect. I've been 10X (2004 was my first year) and coming in at night my first time was so amazing because as I inched closer I saw all the lights and had no idea what was really going on. It felt so magical. It was way more memorable than most other years when I knew what was going on. Embrace your "virginity" and don't try to be too cool. Seriously.
It's very hard for me to understand why are people commenting negatively. Why even watch an informative video regarding BURNING MAN if that's not something you're interested in!! Thanks John for the time taken to make this video & help out!! 💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕
@@tallgiraffelady I definitely think you're on to something. I think there are a lot of....pseudo? burners maybe? Or proto-burners? People who are intrigued or attracted to the Burn but maybe haven't cleared the way for it to enter their lives yet? Like they want to go and want to be ready but have things in themselves or outside that are holding them back?
Please allow me to fill you in : Not everyone agrees with some of your rather nefarious practices, and YT is (at least for now) still a free domain where people are (in theory) allowed to watch & comment on anything they want, whether they enjoy it or not.
Thank you so much for making this. As someone that will be attending as a virgin in the next 3 years, I definitely have lots of questions about nitty gritty things to make my experience as smooth as possible. Plus, just hearing your enthusiasm and love for this event makes me even MORE excited to be involved in something as wonderful as this. I hope to see you out there someday!
So I've watched all of your videos, a many others from people that have posted regarding BM. First I have to say, you're awesome! You're trying (and succeeding) to spread love, and a sense of community, not just within the BM experience, and for that, I can't thank you enough!! Secondly, from seeing the videos, and how you've expressed what BM is, I cannot wait to go! The whole idea behind BM is amazing, and I cannot wait to go (hopefully this year), and I will find you, and give YOU a big hug!
Hi :) I think I might have met you briefly at Youtopia last year. I was standing by this beautiful LED motion sensor flower and I was photographing/taking videos of it as I saw you walk up. I was happy to capture that moment when you looked into the flower and it bloomed open casting the soft glow on your face as you smiled with such gratitude. I saw the love and appreciation in your face and I just lit up with joy. That was my first burning man event and I will be at the playa this year for my first burn. I really appreciate the advice you are sharing. I hope I can find the clip to share with you. I meant to walk up to you and ask if it was ok to keep that moment but you were gone :) I just think this is so funny because I just met another burner who was talking about Pink Heart and how I will totally vibe with that camp! The universe works in mysterious ways. Namaste Laura
I'm soo excited to meet you Halcyon !!! I have been watching your videos for the past six months ... I am a virgin burner and will be going this year !!! YAY !
I can't say as I know who enjoyed it more ... you making this or me receiving it but I believe we're both better for it. The culture and perspective of giving what you have without expectation is a lovely and enlightened place to live in. I will be on the Playa this year for the first time. Being my authentic self, I might be clad in a shirt that reads "Fortune 500 escapee ... may be prone to conformist behavior ... thank you for healing me" Your spirit radiates happiness through these videos :) So ... in the spirit of Burning Man, thank you for your gift.
Fantastic tips and thoughtful delivery! I'll be losing my burner virginity this year and I'm so excited to learn from the pros on RUclips in advance. My gifts will definitely be creative films expressing the essence of La Playa. Hope to see you there!! ❤️
Hey John. Really loved your video, and your delivery! One part really clicked with me, which I have always thought of myself (non-burner, yet): 14:57 how can we make people's life's better? Not just at Burning man, but everywhere in the world!? Really awesome to hear you say this: 16:01 SO EPIC!!!! your delivery almost made me tear up. We all have the opportunity to make a positive effect in the world, and if more people had this that you said in their mind, imagine what this planet would be like?!!!
Thank you all the way from New Zealand :) just wanted that little more detail and advice but you gave such a bigger message! I think burning man virgins and everyone else in general can take something from these tips and tricks. Not only apply them at burning man but in their every day lives as well. I love the passion in your voice and your gentle honesty.. I just woke up and came across your video in bed and your voice is very soothing to listen to in the morning. Thank you for starting my day with love and a smile :)
I can not wait!!! I finally was able to get a ticket for this year. This video seems so helpful for what is in store or at least to a degree and what to be expected. The hardest part is knowing what to bring to such an experience.
Throughout the year I collect cans and bottles and bank that cash, each bottle and can is a step forward and adds up fast. Ask friends and family for their recyclable and pick them up routinely. Purchase silver and gold jewelery from yard sales and sell it to gold dealers. Save your change and even singles, get a 5 gallon water bottle, paint it and decorate it as you TRIP FUND and fill it!
I would probably never go to Burning Man, but watched your video out of curiosity. Love the tenants you're talking about. What a great way to live life. The video alone was inspiring!
Going to burning man for the 1st time in 2o14, and this video is getting me that much more excited! Your personality makes me joyous, if I see you adventuring around there I'm going to run up and give you a huge hug :)
Chances that I'll ever visit Burning Man are remote at best (living on a small Mediterrean island and hitting mid-life crisis), but I thoroughly enjoyed your video. In another lifetime, BM would have been very much my thing, and I like the way you just take 20 minutes to explain things, without the past-paced editing one sees all to often on RUclips.
5 years under my belt since 2004, and this vid is a balm for a jaded old burner heart that hasn't had the joy you exude in a long time of participating. :)
I delivered some mail to you at the end of the Burn this year and mistakenly credited you with the making of the Seuss piece - - had i seen this, I'd have given you kudos for THIS - you're a gem - big hug coming your way for this - love it and you
The moment when you say "people let themselves SHINE" might be one of the loveliest moments I've ever seen on RUclips. Thanks for the tips & see you on the playa!
so true,sexiness is being my own best self and i found how to truly do that at Burning man, Ive gotten sexier as I have gotten older, im sexier at 50 than at 30! thanks for this Halcyon we ARE the show!!
I live in the UK and wanted to do BM for about 6 years... finances proving to be the biggest setback in me actually getting there. I have been on the website like a thousand times looking at the Playa and survival guide but it has been great watching your videos and getting some 1st hand knowledge and experience. Your passion has given me the extra push i need to make sure i go in 2013. Look forward to seeing u there. :) xx
Love your vids always... we met at your bar on Playa this year and I was totally starstruck. My date however, pulled a total Sparklepony move on you. I was mortally embarrassed. Hoping our paths cross again in better company LOL. Much hugs to you and thanks for being such a great force in our community!
One day I will be a burner....someday soon hopefully...this video just made so happy, hearing how much love and happiness is involved and just how happy you are to explain it made me so happy...I love the uniqueness of the community involved, I feel as though I could fit in with ease. "Today You are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive, who is Youer than You!" -Dr. Seuss
You said it perfectly. It was beautiful to watch so many come to you with appreciation of your words, compassion and this knowledge shared. Im very proud of you John
Halcyonstn, I just wanted to THANK YOU for all of your wonderful videos!!!! Great tips coming from such a beautiful soul! Not only are your tips GREAT: but your voice, your aura & demeanor makes me feel so good. It makes me even more excited to get back HOME. )*( Thank you for being one of the MANY things that make Burning Man such an incredible experience!!!! Hopefully I will meet you on the Playa for a "thank you hug"! Love & Light ~ Minxie
I love this video! I in the past year or so got into rave culture and I love the love and happiness that engulfs some of the events! But there are some aspects that I don't care for, such as the giant footprints they can leave on the environment. I've never really known what burning man was, but I became really interested in it this year after seeing pictures. I obviously can't compare rave culture and burning man because I haven't been, but I am so eager to experience it! Thanks so much for making this video! I know I'm thinking pretty far ahead, but I hope I am able to go next summer
this was so good, i loved it, i am still a bm virgin but i will be attending next year with a couple of other virgins, which is scary but the most exciting thing I've done in a while.. can't wait to experience this, thank you for your awesome tips, if I ever cross paths with you, I will gift you a big pink hug
Dude I love you!!! And I totally agree with everything you said. I always tell my "virgins" that the best gift you can give is your time, a conversation, a listening ear. And its so easy to yes, change you life!!! Keep up this beautiful work that you do, you are a gift:) Virgins forever!!!!
I'm not a virgin but thought it would be fun to hear your thoughts. Once again, you word things so thoughtfully and clearly. I really love what you said about how it's the sexiest place b/c of people letting them selves shine, and that, in turn is so sexy. I've tried to figure out how to word it to people, and have struggled, so thanks for that! Hope to see you out there someday.
I loved the messages in this video. The most significant for me: Be kind, it's a gift to help or take care of others (for both), be conscius. It's not only important for burning man, it's also for everyday life ❤️🌈 thank you.
I absolutely LOVE you. I've been trying to go to BM for two years and hopefully this year it will happen. You are such an inspiration and I would love to meet you!!
Total noob hoping to go to Burning Man this year. I had no idea that regionals were even a thing until this video so thank you for that info! will definitely be attending the one in Pennsylvania next year 🙌🏻
First - hugs, that is so neat. Thank you for taking the time to send this out. I wish I was there in the past and I cannot garentee that I will in the future, but know that I am there is spirit. Lov yah all.
Also: thank you so much for this. It's not the act itself, but the motivating force behind the act that's important. Newcomers need to incorporate the spirit of burning man before or during the event, otherwise there's a huge risk of the whole thing becoming polluted over time as wrong expectations get established. Keep educating, don't stop. (Look at what happened to the US when we stopped behaving in the spirit of unity. It's a long way down, I feel like crying.) Don't stop educating.
THANK YOU for this! I have yet to hit BM, but plan on going for 2013. This video helped so much in just planning and getting a head start for next year. You, my friend, are awesome!
I'm going to Burning Man for the first time this year. I've spent the last 5 months preparing to go, and watching a couple of your videos have helped ease some of the anxiety surrounding not being a spectator an just getting involved. I've never been to anything like this in my life, so I believe that it's going to pull at many of the restraints and general fears that I have carried, and call me to truly grow (I look forward to that).
I heard about Burning Man 3 years ago, and wanted to go, but I was a bit young. 21st birthday next year, and I really want to go with a few friends, I'm glad I watched your videos!
I have soo much to say - all in accord! Been watching you for years. Never commented. Tons of love for TRUTH for BM (the lies are funny, but not my style). If time, I will add my hints as we always lived off the grid with luxury and everything fit into a van. Takes practice and pals to share those hints. Magic is the amazing experience of sharing/coming home. FYI my first time, life was changed in 2001 when a huge group from FLA (my Dad had been going for years from West Marin; Bolinas - told me to get my ASS there!) so I did it and never regretted and kept on going. LOVE. A True Burner, as I came BACK to NOR CAL and went every year with MR. B. Sadly, last time (weep time) was to bring my partner's ashes there for Cargo. He passed on Aug. 3, 2013. His being was gracefully placed in the Temple. BM, for me was a first and a last. I've not been back since, sadly. I tend to hit this up every year and WANT TO COME HOME. x.
Ever since i saw that video(after you pointed it out) i havent been able to stop thinking about burning man and continually watching different burning man videos about it and just raw burning man footage. Im loving it and now i know i NEED to go,dont know when but i will go one day! Also thanks for what you do giving insight to what burning man is. (**Subscribed**)
My friend and I have a plan to go to Burning Man before we are 25. This video just made me want to get up and go! I love the idea of gifting by the way :) I love making peoples days.
I'm about to experience this for the first time in my life. I'm scared, I'm excited, I'm ready and I'm open. Thank you for this video! It was a great gift!
Since I saw the "Oh! The places you'll go" from Burning Man.. I' felt the need to go there.. I would love to live the experiences you talk about. I think it's great that a place like that exist and people be able to be themselfs.. Thanks for the tips nad some day i will introduce myself to you at the playa. Untill that.. A big hug from Paraguay - South America
I have never been, but you inspire me to go! Sounds so magical and just a great place to go love and be loved by people! Yay, hope to see you one day, loves!
I love the way you talk about everything so passionately :] This video definitely helped me with some other things I'll need to know and plan for during my first burn this year, thank you :D
Out here in the South east our regional's have done great staying under the radar. Max capacity of around 4,000 but it keeps it intimate and everyone smiles at each other.
Beautiful Halycon, thank you for this, still very relevant and brilliant. Love your Pink Heart and the coconut ice cream, delicious! We’re gonna back home soon. See you there love 🔥💗🔥
This year I'm a first timer.....and honestly....I'm quite afraid...watching your videos over and over again let me feel a bit more confident....thanks for that....
I appreciate your video. It's sad that haters in coments spend all their time and energy trying to make themselves feel better by making someone else wrong. And that's exactly why they are miserable and envious of people who actually value growth. People who actually take ownership of their time and energy. People who are strong enough to let go. They are so fearful. They say "get a job" and "come back to the real world". What they really mean is "I am miserable and I want you to be miserable with me. I am scared to accept the responsibility of creating my own life instead of believing life just happens to me. Suffering is part of my identity, and I am right. I don't belive I'm worthy of being free. Suffering is what is real, not being happy. Happiness is not real. You're fake. You must be on drugs. Your freedom is too difficult for me to witness because then it becomes obvious that I have a choice, and I'm not ready to accept responsibility for myself." All of that energy continuously going down the toilet to uphold an identity that does not serve anyone. They project their fear, weaknesses, and shortcomings onto those that are living a life of self-care, freedom, expression and joy. They will remain that way until they are ready to see that they are able to build the life they seek.
awesome video man. i wanted to learn a little more about the burners culture and i think you pretty mutch hit the nail on the head. i work at a grocery store in alturas california cant wait to see more of you guys ;)
Love your enthusiasm, your, stories, your outlook on everything about burning man!! One day I hope to make it there! Its on my list of things to do...one day!!
I'm a big fan of psychedelics, rave culture, VIP's such as Shasha and Ann Shulgin. (Rip Shasha) would have really loved to meet the great Dr. I will for sure one year make it out and can't wait. Surely there's plenty of fun things to try.
coming with my wife and some other friends we hooked up with for a first time from Aspen CO.your videos are great.hope to see you there.hope it will be our home too:-)
***** Are you the guy from the end of the places you'll go video?? If so I would like you to know that video greatly helped me in my quest to kick heroin.
I know I'll get to meet you next year! This was my first year and ohmygah--your're right...it's life changing!!! This is all great advice. I however, found out I was coming VERY last minute (had 1.5 hrs to pack).... so I didn't get to pack outfits in ziplocks.... this made for an extremely PLAYAFIED tent...but it's okay...I kind of love all ther dust i brought back with me.. Thank you Halcyon for all the great tips and tricks :) Much Love
Don't try to "look like a burner" or act like a burner. Your first year is immensely impactful and might be your best because you don't know what to expect. I've been 10X (2004 was my first year) and coming in at night my first time was so amazing because as I inched closer I saw all the lights and had no idea what was really going on. It felt so magical. It was way more memorable than most other years when I knew what was going on. Embrace your "virginity" and don't try to be too cool. Seriously.
I would guess the best way to look like a burner, is to get burnt.
It's very hard for me to understand why are people commenting negatively. Why even watch an informative video regarding BURNING MAN if that's not something you're interested in!! Thanks John for the time taken to make this video & help out!! 💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕💖💕
CHASITY SMITH ikr!! so many haters.
CHASITY SMITH Absolutely agree. But they are watching because they ARE interested. They're just not comfortable with the fact that they're interested.
vanessa m could just be confused Russian hackers trying to sow discord. Clearly they aren't familiar with burning man yet...
@@tallgiraffelady I definitely think you're on to something. I think there are a lot of....pseudo? burners maybe? Or proto-burners? People who are intrigued or attracted to the Burn but maybe haven't cleared the way for it to enter their lives yet? Like they want to go and want to be ready but have things in themselves or outside that are holding them back?
Please allow me to fill you in : Not everyone agrees with some of your rather nefarious practices, and YT is (at least for now) still a free domain where people are (in theory) allowed to watch & comment on anything they want, whether they enjoy it or not.
This is the kindest, most helpful and welcoming introduction I've received to Burning Man yet. Bottomless thank yous!
Thank you so much for making this. As someone that will be attending as a virgin in the next 3 years, I definitely have lots of questions about nitty gritty things to make my experience as smooth as possible. Plus, just hearing your enthusiasm and love for this event makes me even MORE excited to be involved in something as wonderful as this. I hope to see you out there someday!
Dude, so so so so useful and honest. Thank you! Can't wait to live this thing.
So I've watched all of your videos, a many others from people that have posted regarding BM. First I have to say, you're awesome! You're trying (and succeeding) to spread love, and a sense of community, not just within the BM experience, and for that, I can't thank you enough!! Secondly, from seeing the videos, and how you've expressed what BM is, I cannot wait to go! The whole idea behind BM is amazing, and I cannot wait to go (hopefully this year), and I will find you, and give YOU a big hug!
Hi :) I think I might have met you briefly at Youtopia last year. I was standing by this beautiful LED motion sensor flower and I was photographing/taking videos of it as I saw you walk up. I was happy to capture that moment when you looked into the flower and it bloomed open casting the soft glow on your face as you smiled with such gratitude. I saw the love and appreciation in your face and I just lit up with joy. That was my first burning man event and I will be at the playa this year for my first burn. I really appreciate the advice you are sharing. I hope I can find the clip to share with you. I meant to walk up to you and ask if it was ok to keep that moment but you were gone :) I just think this is so funny because I just met another burner who was talking about Pink Heart and how I will totally vibe with that camp! The universe works in mysterious ways.
Namaste
Laura
I'm soo excited to meet you Halcyon !!! I have been watching your videos for the past six months ... I am a virgin burner and will be going this year !!! YAY !
I can't say as I know who enjoyed it more ... you making this or me receiving it but I believe we're both better for it. The culture and perspective of giving what you have without expectation is a lovely and enlightened place to live in. I will be on the Playa this year for the first time. Being my authentic self, I might be clad in a shirt that reads "Fortune 500 escapee ... may be prone to conformist behavior ... thank you for healing me" Your spirit radiates happiness through these videos :) So ... in the spirit of Burning Man, thank you for your gift.
Fantastic tips and thoughtful delivery! I'll be losing my burner virginity this year and I'm so excited to learn from the pros on RUclips in advance. My gifts will definitely be creative films expressing the essence of La Playa. Hope to see you there!! ❤️
***** Yes for sure!! I love how long this event lasts.. no pressure to do anything specific besides chilll.. and drink water ;)
Hey John. Really loved your video, and your delivery!
One part really clicked with me, which I have always thought of myself (non-burner, yet):
14:57 how can we make people's life's better? Not just at Burning man, but everywhere in the world!?
Really awesome to hear you say this: 16:01 SO EPIC!!!! your delivery almost made me tear up. We all have the opportunity to make a positive effect in the world, and if more people had this that you said in their mind, imagine what this planet would be like?!!!
Thank you all the way from New Zealand :) just wanted that little more detail and advice but you gave such a bigger message!
I think burning man virgins and everyone else in general can take something from these tips and tricks. Not only apply them at burning man but in their every day lives as well.
I love the passion in your voice and your gentle honesty.. I just woke up and came across your video in bed and your voice is very soothing to listen to in the morning.
Thank you for starting my day with love and a smile :)
I can not wait!!! I finally was able to get a ticket for this year. This video seems so helpful for what is in store or at least to a degree and what to be expected. The hardest part is knowing what to bring to such an experience.
Throughout the year I collect cans and bottles and bank that cash, each bottle and can is a step forward and adds up fast. Ask friends and family for their recyclable and pick them up routinely. Purchase silver and gold jewelery from yard sales and sell it to gold dealers. Save your change and even singles, get a 5 gallon water bottle, paint it and decorate it as you TRIP FUND and fill it!
I would probably never go to Burning Man, but watched your video out of curiosity. Love the tenants you're talking about. What a great way to live life. The video alone was inspiring!
Going to burning man for the 1st time in 2o14, and this video is getting me that much more excited! Your personality makes me joyous, if I see you adventuring around there I'm going to run up and give you a huge hug :)
I love you! And as a Virgin planning her first burn this year the tips were very insightful. Hope to see you there! Would love to give you a hug.
Chances that I'll ever visit Burning Man are remote at best (living on a small Mediterrean island and hitting mid-life crisis), but I thoroughly enjoyed your video. In another lifetime, BM would have been very much my thing, and I like the way you just take 20 minutes to explain things, without the past-paced editing one sees all to often on RUclips.
5 years under my belt since 2004, and this vid is a balm for a jaded old burner heart that hasn't had the joy you exude in a long time of participating. :)
I delivered some mail to you at the end of the Burn this year and mistakenly credited you with the making of the Seuss piece - - had i seen this, I'd have given you kudos for THIS - you're a gem - big hug coming your way for this - love it and you
The moment when you say "people let themselves SHINE" might be one of the loveliest moments I've ever seen on RUclips. Thanks for the tips & see you on the playa!
What does that mean, exactly?
so true,sexiness is being my own best self and i found how to truly do that at Burning man, Ive gotten sexier as I have gotten older, im sexier at 50 than at 30!
thanks for this Halcyon
we ARE the show!!
I live in the UK and wanted to do BM for about 6 years... finances proving to be the biggest setback in me actually getting there.
I have been on the website like a thousand times looking at the Playa and survival guide but it has been great watching your videos and getting some 1st hand knowledge and experience. Your passion has given me the extra push i need to make sure i go in 2013. Look forward to seeing u there. :) xx
Ran into you at Everywhen, it was my first event! Just now finding more of your videos, keep up the great work!
1st event!!? Welcome Home!
Love your vids always... we met at your bar on Playa this year and I was totally starstruck. My date however, pulled a total Sparklepony move on you. I was mortally embarrassed. Hoping our paths cross again in better company LOL. Much hugs to you and thanks for being such a great force in our community!
One day I will be a burner....someday soon hopefully...this video just made so happy, hearing how much love and happiness is involved and just how happy you are to explain it made me so happy...I love the uniqueness of the community involved, I feel as though I could fit in with ease.
"Today You are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive, who is Youer than You!"
-Dr. Seuss
You said it perfectly. It was beautiful to watch so many come to you with appreciation of your words, compassion and this knowledge shared. Im very proud of you John
Halcyonstn, I just wanted to THANK YOU for all of your wonderful videos!!!! Great tips coming from such a beautiful soul! Not only are your tips GREAT: but your voice, your aura & demeanor makes me feel so good. It makes me even more excited to get back HOME. )*( Thank you for being one of the MANY things that make Burning Man such an incredible experience!!!! Hopefully I will meet you on the Playa for a "thank you hug"! Love & Light ~ Minxie
I love this video! I in the past year or so got into rave culture and I love the love and happiness that engulfs some of the events! But there are some aspects that I don't care for, such as the giant footprints they can leave on the environment. I've never really known what burning man was, but I became really interested in it this year after seeing pictures. I obviously can't compare rave culture and burning man because I haven't been, but I am so eager to experience it! Thanks so much for making this video! I know I'm thinking pretty far ahead, but I hope I am able to go next summer
this was so good, i loved it, i am still a bm virgin but i will be attending next year with a couple of other virgins, which is scary but the most exciting thing I've done in a while.. can't wait to experience this, thank you for your awesome tips, if I ever cross paths with you, I will gift you a big pink hug
Dude I love you!!! And I totally agree with everything you said. I always tell my "virgins" that the best gift you can give is your time, a conversation, a listening ear. And its so easy to yes, change you life!!! Keep up this beautiful work that you do, you are a gift:)
Virgins forever!!!!
I'm stoked about my first Burning Man this year! I've been watching all your videos and they've been fun!
I'm not a virgin but thought it would be fun to hear your thoughts. Once again, you word things so thoughtfully and clearly. I really love what you said about how it's the sexiest place b/c of people letting them selves shine, and that, in turn is so sexy. I've tried to figure out how to word it to people, and have struggled, so thanks for that! Hope to see you out there someday.
i saw a recent docu about BM and fell in love! Its my NYRes to make it to BM2015 and you are my Yoda!!!
Going to my first Burn this year! Thanks for the tips! SO EXCITED!! ❤️
Excellent! See you at home!!! (if you aren't overwhelmed, I just did a 4 part Burning Man Bootcamp series you can get via http:/list.hugnation.com)
I loved the messages in this video. The most significant for me: Be kind, it's a gift to help or take care of others (for both), be conscius. It's not only important for burning man, it's also for everyday life ❤️🌈 thank you.
YES! Exactly. :) ((HUG))
I just found you on RUclips and the way you speak truly touches my heart
I'm honored. Thank you. Were you looking for Burning Man videos?
Great meeting you on the playa, thankyou for the awesome sincere hugs!!!
TY John, I'm revisiting all the things in prep for Cargo Cult. When I find you at home there will be heart felt hugs.
I absolutely LOVE you. I've been trying to go to BM for two years and hopefully this year it will happen. You are such an inspiration and I would love to meet you!!
at 15:27 he proceeds to explain to those of no experience how to act like a nice person ,
beautifully..
Beautiful video! Soo helpful. I particularly loved your piece regarding gifting! Can't wait to see you on the playa!
Total noob hoping to go to Burning Man this year. I had no idea that regionals were even a thing until this video so thank you for that info! will definitely be attending the one in Pennsylvania next year 🙌🏻
Yay! Not sure what your local one is, but I'm sure you'll have a blast. Might look for a local Facebook Group, too.
@@HugNation Great idea! Thank you 😊
First - hugs, that is so neat. Thank you for taking the time to send this out. I wish I was there in the past and I cannot garentee that I will in the future, but know that I am there is spirit. Lov yah all.
Also: thank you so much for this. It's not the act itself, but the motivating force behind the act that's important. Newcomers need to incorporate the spirit of burning man before or during the event, otherwise there's a huge risk of the whole thing becoming polluted over time as wrong expectations get established. Keep educating, don't stop. (Look at what happened to the US when we stopped behaving in the spirit of unity. It's a long way down, I feel like crying.) Don't stop educating.
THANK YOU for this! I have yet to hit BM, but plan on going for 2013. This video helped so much in just planning and getting a head start for next year. You, my friend, are awesome!
I never thought of going to the burning man, but I feel so welcome and loved right now, that I might have to rethink. Thank you for the video.
thanks John very helpful, just moved to Reno in april, and never even heard of burning man until recently. Will try to go next year!
Hi Hunny!! I just rediscovered your CD!! Yay!! LOVE YOU TOO!!!
I'm going to Burning Man for the first time this year. I've spent the last 5 months preparing to go, and watching a couple of your videos have helped ease some of the anxiety surrounding not being a spectator an just getting involved. I've never been to anything like this in my life, so I believe that it's going to pull at many of the restraints and general fears that I have carried, and call me to truly grow (I look forward to that).
Ten years later : How did it go??
Incredibly lovely and generous video. Thank you.
I heard about Burning Man 3 years ago, and wanted to go, but I was a bit young. 21st birthday next year, and I really want to go with a few friends, I'm glad I watched your videos!
Thank you. This was some of the most positive advice I've heard. You sir are the burner I hope to meet when go 2022.
I'll look forward to sharing a dusty hug!
Thank you so much for gifting these videos, they've been very helpful :)
I have soo much to say - all in accord! Been watching you for years. Never commented. Tons of love for TRUTH for BM (the lies are funny, but not my style). If time, I will add my hints as we always lived off the grid with luxury and everything fit into a van. Takes practice and pals to share those hints. Magic is the amazing experience of sharing/coming home. FYI my first time, life was changed in 2001 when a huge group from FLA (my Dad had been going for years from West Marin; Bolinas - told me to get my ASS there!) so I did it and never regretted and kept on going. LOVE. A True Burner, as I came BACK to NOR CAL and went every year with MR. B. Sadly, last time (weep time) was to bring my partner's ashes there for Cargo. He passed on Aug. 3, 2013. His being was gracefully placed in the Temple. BM, for me was a first and a last. I've not been back since, sadly. I tend to hit this up every year and WANT TO COME HOME. x.
Thanks for sharing, Lesa. ((HUG))
Thank you so much!!! Great tips, listening while getting my gear ready for my first Burning Man! :)
Ever since i saw that video(after you pointed it out) i havent been able to stop thinking about burning man and continually watching different burning man videos about it and just raw burning man footage. Im loving it and now i know i NEED to go,dont know when but i will go one day!
Also thanks for what you do giving insight to what burning man is.
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My friend and I have a plan to go to Burning Man before we are 25. This video just made me want to get up and go! I love the idea of gifting by the way :) I love making peoples days.
I'm about to experience this for the first time in my life. I'm scared, I'm excited, I'm ready and I'm open. Thank you for this video! It was a great gift!
Never been to a Burning Man event and may attend one someday. Your video eased a lot of apprehensions I had. Thank you.
Awesome message. I'm going in 18 and I can't wait- and I realize now I don't have to. I can do this NOW! Thank you!
YES! You get it. See you at Home!
I love the way he describes sexiness its so true have never been to the big guy but I go to burning man regonials and that feeling is so true
Yay! Which regionals?
This video... is a gift! Thanks a lot man! I am looking forward to the future. Cant wait to experience such a place.
Great ideas! Off to break my burner virginity next week and I'll be taking all my outfits in separate ziplock bags. Thanks!!
Since I saw the "Oh! The places you'll go" from Burning Man.. I' felt the need to go there.. I would love to live the experiences you talk about.
I think it's great that a place like that exist and people be able to be themselfs..
Thanks for the tips nad some day i will introduce myself to you at the playa.
Untill that.. A big hug from Paraguay - South America
This was awesome! Thank you for putting this all together and I'm very excited for my first Burning Man! :)
I have never been, but you inspire me to go! Sounds so magical and just a great place to go love and be loved by people! Yay, hope to see you one day, loves!
I love the way you talk about everything so passionately :] This video definitely helped me with some other things I'll need to know and plan for during my first burn this year, thank you :D
NYC Burner Baby here about to join the experience. Great info! Love the way you describe it. Can't wait to come & share. :)
You're GREAT, thank you! This will be my first year at the playa! Love and Light your way
your videos are amazing inspiration for my first year on the playa! thank you for your positivity and kindness! see you on the playa brother!
Out here in the South east our regional's have done great staying under the radar. Max capacity of around 4,000 but it keeps it intimate and everyone smiles at each other.
This will be my first Burning Man. Thank you for the informative and entertaining video.
"How can I make other people's day a little better?" - such a great attitude to bring to festivals! ...and to bring back once you go home!
Absolutely! life changing!
You're such a beautiful human being. Trying to make Burning Man 2013 happen, it'll be my first one. Thank you for this video!
Going to Burning man this year for the first time. This post was helpful. Thanx
Beautiful Halycon, thank you for this, still very relevant and brilliant. Love your Pink Heart and the coconut ice cream, delicious! We’re gonna back home soon. See you there love 🔥💗🔥
Thank you, Guzel! ((HUG))!
I freaking love your vibe! Thank you for sharing these tips ❤️❤️❤️
12:55 the classic Cover Your Ass statement the lawyer tells you to slip in on the side haha
Great video, can't wait to go next year. Its nice to see someone radiate love and compassion
This year I'm a first timer.....and honestly....I'm quite afraid...watching your videos over and over again let me feel a bit more confident....thanks for that....
This was extremely helpful and eye opening you worded everything so perfectly I can't wait to experience my first burning man❤️ thank you for you help
Let out your inner Superhero!! Become more than you thought you could be!! You are the event!!
Yes! Exactly! A perfect definition of sexiness. Thank you.
I appreciate your video. It's sad that haters in coments spend all their time and energy trying to make themselves feel better by making someone else wrong. And that's exactly why they are miserable and envious of people who actually value growth. People who actually take ownership of their time and energy. People who are strong enough to let go. They are so fearful. They say "get a job" and "come back to the real world". What they really mean is "I am miserable and I want you to be miserable with me. I am scared to accept the responsibility of creating my own life instead of believing life just happens to me. Suffering is part of my identity, and I am right. I don't belive I'm worthy of being free. Suffering is what is real, not being happy. Happiness is not real. You're fake. You must be on drugs. Your freedom is too difficult for me to witness because then it becomes obvious that I have a choice, and I'm not ready to accept responsibility for myself." All of that energy continuously going down the toilet to uphold an identity that does not serve anyone. They project their fear, weaknesses, and shortcomings onto those that are living a life of self-care, freedom, expression and joy. They will remain that way until they are ready to see that they are able to build the life they seek.
This is a wonderfully thoughtful video. Thank you for posting it. :)
Can't wait! Thank you for being amazing :) xx
Thanks for making this video!!! I watched it before my burn this year, and it was super super helpful!!!!!!!!!
That makes me so happy to hear!
this makes me so excited about participating next year. Thanks!!
awesome video man.
i wanted to learn a little more about the burners culture and i think you pretty mutch hit the nail on the head.
i work at a grocery store in alturas california cant wait to see more of you guys ;)
Love your enthusiasm, your, stories, your outlook on everything about burning man!! One day I hope to make it there! Its on my list of things to do...one day!!
I've never been but know so many people that have gone. Enjoyed this
I'm a big fan of psychedelics, rave culture, VIP's such as Shasha and Ann Shulgin. (Rip Shasha) would have really loved to meet the great Dr. I will for sure one year make it out and can't wait. Surely there's plenty of fun things to try.
I think I'm the most excited 12 year old in the world right now. I'm going to burning man! And going purple. Thanks for this!
Thanks! :)
Thanks John! I watched this video today, Thanks for sharing! :)
coming with my wife and some other friends we hooked up with for a first time from Aspen CO.your videos are great.hope to see you there.hope it will be our home too:-)
***** Are you the guy from the end of the places you'll go video?? If so I would like you to know that video greatly helped me in my quest to kick heroin.
***** Thank you sir, yes that vid always picked me up when i was down. I'll make it to black Rock one day, hope to see you there!
I want to hug you so badly, partially because of your shirt mostly because you seem like a good person to hug.
I know I'll get to meet you next year! This was my first year and ohmygah--your're right...it's life changing!!! This is all great advice. I however, found out I was coming VERY last minute (had 1.5 hrs to pack).... so I didn't get to pack outfits in ziplocks.... this made for an extremely PLAYAFIED tent...but it's okay...I kind of love all ther dust i brought back with me..
Thank you Halcyon for all the great tips and tricks :) Much Love
Watching this made me feel very happy, I have to make a burning man festival....soon.
Thank you. Your mix of utility and ideology is so helpful.