The AfterMeth: Gay Men Recovering from Crystal Methamphetamine and Chemsex Addiction

13 Mar 2025 · 40 min

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In this solo episode of the Aftermath Podcast, Dr. Dallas Bragg – a former crystal‑meth user turned recovery coach – delivers a 90‑day, seven‑step recovery blueprint aimed at gay and bisexual men (MSM) struggling with chemsex. After a brief introduction, disclaimer, and call for listener support, Bragg walks through each practice: (1) attend 90 twelve‑step meetings in 90 days to create structure and rebuild self‑trust; (2) enlist a transparent, non‑judgmental accountability partner (often a straight woman) who can monitor location and behavior; (3) “go into witness protection” by changing phone numbers, deactivating social‑media and dating apps, and altering daily routines to erase meth‑related identity cues; (4) reframe relapse as data‑driven learning, focus on wins, and adopt a mantra of being the best version of oneself; (5) use frequent masturbation (“post‑nut clarity”) as a harm‑reduction tool to break the meth‑sex association; (6) systemize life with habit‑building frameworks (e.g., Atomic Habits) to block cravings, especially on weekends, by pre‑planning activities and support checks; (7) practice intensive visualization of a future meth‑free life, using all five senses to embed gratitude and motivation. Bragg intersperses personal anecdotes, raw language, and practical tips, emphasizing that these steps are not medical advice but experiential guidance for those able to commit to the process. The episode ends with a call for feedback and sharing.

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