It represents the danger of sacrificing individuality and deep emotion for a superficial, manufactured happiness. 2. The Ancient Mystery: Vedic Rituals
In today's pharmacy, is the brand name for Carisoprodol , a prescription muscle relaxant.
Characters take it for a "holiday" from reality, experiencing bliss without the hangovers or side effects common in real-world substances.
In Aldous Huxley's 1932 novel, Brave New World , Soma is a state-sponsored antidepressant and hallucinogen used to maintain social stability.