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

What’s been your experience with chemsex recovery and Grindr? Tell us about your experience in the c

12 Sept 2026 · 1 min

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In this brief monologue, the speaker reflects on a compulsive pattern of using Grindr to seek validation and masculine approval, describing it as an addiction driven by a desire to be seen and chosen. Recognizing the behavior as problematic, they made a conscious decision a few months ago to stop using dating apps altogether, opting instead for real, organic connections while remaining open to whatever may come. The speaker emphasizes that this is a personal choice and not a judgment on others who find partners through apps. They also note that practicing semen retention has helped them stay present in their body and avoid relapse into the compulsive behavior, framing it as a supportive tool in their recovery journey.

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So one of the other compulsive behaviors for me was my addiction to Grindr. And I was on Grindr a lot. And again, looking for validation, looking for my worth on other people's bodies, looking for that masculine to finally choose me. And what I really wanted was just to be seen, was just to be chosen, right? So I made the conscious decision a couple of months ago that I'm not going to be on the apps anymore. I do want to meet someone. I am open to receiving whatever is coming, but I want it to be real, organic, not through the apps. And this is just a personal choice. I'm not saying that people can't find a partner in the apps, right? But for me, it was a problem. So it's been fine. I actually— and I think the semen retention part has allowed me to, you know, to really be present in my body and not relapse in that specific sense.