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

Reality of crystal meth addiction. #gayandsober #lgbtqia

6 Jul 2024 · 1 min

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In this personal monologue, Dallas Bragg describes the constant, pervasive fear that accompanies living with crystal meth addiction. He outlines how everyday situations—boredom at work, seeing a shirtless man, loneliness, gaps in schedule, or even the sound of a grinder—can act as triggers that tempt relapse. Bragg emphasizes the need for proactive safeguards, treating oneself gently, and employing a mental exercise he calls "playing the tape forward" to imagine the consequences of using. He urges listeners, especially those in the LGBTQIA sober community, to recognize these triggers and choose not to use, framing his message as a plea for empathy and self‑preservation.

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I wish more people understood what it's like to live each day scared that you'll be bored at work because you'll be triggered. Scared that you'll see a man running down the street with his shirt off because you'll be triggered. Scared that you might be lonely tonight and the wrong person texts you and you'll be triggered. Scared that there's going to be a gap in your schedule this week And you have to put in safeguards and treat yourself like a baby so that you don't go use. Scared that the grinder ding will be just another opportunity for you to use 5 steps down the street. I want you to play the tape forward next time you want to use. Think about living in that existence. Or if you're thinking about using, please don't.