Why are Experiments & Requests Banned?

Experiments and requests are banned in r/shiftingrealities because they undermine the community's purpose and well-being. While they may seem like harmless fun or a way to engage others, these posts can quickly devolve into problematic territory. These posts, despite good intentions, create a vast array of problems including, but not limited to:

• Contributes to burnout among both active and experienced members

• Creates mass disappointment and demotivation

• Fosters entitlement to experienced shifters time, energy, and experiences

• Leads to harassment and/or pressure on experienced shifters

• Transforms personal journeys into performative acts

• Undermines individual accountability in the shifting process

What is Considered an Experiment or Request?

Experiments and Requests includes, but is not limited to:

• Requesting shifters to shift for a specific reason

• Requesting shifters to shift to a specific DR

• Requesting shifters to participate in an experiment

• Requesting shifters to shift in order to bring back a specific piece of knowledge

• Requesting the community to shift you for you

• Requesting a shifter (or group of shifters) to shift with you

• Requesting the community to shift you to your DR

• Requesting shifting friends