Dallas Bragg speaks to people using methamphetamine, acknowledging the real comfort and connection the drug provides while encouraging self-compassion over judgment. He compares quitting to a breakup: painful even when necessary, and says the first step is dropping harsh self-criticism and being honest with yourself about what you actually want.
I know it seems impossible, ever quitting meth, ever separating from the life you've created with your Tina buddies. The long nights, the adventures, the thrill of a new guy coming to the hotel room, the possibilities of this one being the hottest ever. The life you found in the Tina world feels comfortable, feels like home, and you can't even begin to comprehend how you'd ever create a life without it. I know you don't really want to quit using, and that is okay. You don't have to hide that desire. Right now, in this moment, drop the harsh judgment of yourself. This is the first step toward healing, and not just healing and recovery from meth, but deep soul healing. Allow yourself to be honest without the follow-up of shame. You don't have to want to quit, but you do want to acknowledge that using meth is out of alignment With your best and highest version. Separating from the Tina world is a process, like a breakup. You know it's toxic, but you can't help but miss it. Be gentle with yourself, knowing that creating a world without Tina is a life where you love yourself first, and that life is closer than you think.
