> I have friction with my stepchild. He doesn't want me to be a part of his life. [...] he's not even in elementary school yet
Just be an adult, keep working at the relationship. Spend time being there, available for the play that children enjoy. Be open, let the child lead the stories and tell you things. If there is a preschool, visit and volunteer. It can be easier if the other parent is not there while you play.
> I wonder if one-sided interpersonal problems like this can be addressed by giving the adult MDMA and the child a placebo...
Had to laugh at this, you know what you are doing, it will work out.
Just be an adult, keep working at the relationship. Spend time being there, available for the play that children enjoy. Be open, let the child lead the stories and tell you things. If there is a preschool, visit and volunteer. It can be easier if the other parent is not there while you play.
> I wonder if one-sided interpersonal problems like this can be addressed by giving the adult MDMA and the child a placebo...
Had to laugh at this, you know what you are doing, it will work out.