Dallas Bragg argues that saying "I am an addict" locks you into that identity and keeps cravings alive. Instead, he suggests: "This version of me was an addict" and "This version of me is healing." Separating yourself from the behavior weakens the attachment that fuels substance use.
I have a really difficult time with some of the programs requiring me to say, my name is Dallas and I'm an addict. This version of Dallas was an addict, yes. This version of Dallas is healing from beliefs that cause substance abuse. There's a difference. There's so much power in subtle shifts of wording. So, I am declares what you are in the present and calls forth proof to support that So if you can't seem to get past triggers, cravings, and feel peace in your sobriety, then maybe it's your wording you're using. So you aren't an addict. Parts of you were an addict. And when you say, I am, you become identified with the behavior, and that attachment keeps you there. Like, comment, and share if you like this content and want to see more.
