[ It's fine, he knows a spot of self-loathing when he sees it. To that, John cracks a smile. ]

I'm only saying: existentially, when you get down to it, the real magic is the friends we make along the way.

[ He claps his hands together and leans in over his knees. ]

Also, say no to bullying and don't do drugs. Or at least know where to find a healer if the trip goes weird, who knows what kinds of mushrooms they're serving us here.