hmm.. My friend got me and my close friend to come to a little get together at one of his friends house. I didn't know that kid, or most of the people there that well. We got the bowl sparked and everyone started talking and laughing and having a grand old time. I think it depends. In most of my expiriances weed loosens people up and gets everyone into a really good mood. I've never had a situation where people felt uncomfertable.