Dallas BraggFormer crystal methamphetamine user, I help men who have sex with men break free from the addictive patterns associated with Chemsex. Currently expanding my expertise by seeking to become a Certified

August 8, 2023

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In this brief monologue, Dallas Bragg explains how practicing awareness allows one to detach from habitual emotional reactions. He emphasizes that while awareness does not instantly eliminate a habit, it shines a light on it, reducing its grip on emotions. Through objective self‑observation, one can identify which internal parts are acting out, trace the origin of those reactions, and recognize the brain’s tendency to repeat familiar safety‑and‑comfort cycles. By understanding these cycles, a person can begin to break the automatic patterns that drive their behavior.

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Practicing awareness. Now that the habit is detached, begin to imagine it, examine it through self-observation. When the light of awareness doesn't— it doesn't eliminate the habit, but it does expose it for what it is, which diffuses its power over you and its power over your emotions. Objective observation says, I see that parts of me are acting out right now. Let's see if we can figure out where that's coming from. Which cycle is my brain fighting to repeat? The brain is always looking for safety and comfort, and that safety and comfort comes from repeating that cycle.