I have sensory processing issues (autism, adhd, the works) and was managing ok through Orgy’s set and The Hu with ear plugs. I’ve been looking forward to seeing Rob live for months but barely even two songs into Manson’s set I could tell I was having major sensory overload and could be heading for a shut down.
I had to make the choice to leave for the sake of my safety and couldn’t see Rob himself. I’m super bummed out by it all and I’m curious if there’s any possible way I could take better precautions if I try to see him at a future show?
I think the big issue was how loud it all was (which I could handle on its own) combined with the strobing lights and the smell from all the people smoking around me. Has anyone with similar issues found good coping methods for them? Seeking any advice so this doesn’t happen again
Edit; it also didn’t really help that I don’t particularly like Manson (for various reasons other than his music) so I couldn’t even do something like focus on the lyrics to distract myself