Dallas Bragg describes the "Wizard of Oz Willie" archetype: someone who hides their true self behind false images to control how others see them. This pattern blocks vulnerability and honest admission of cravings, making recovery from meth addiction impossible without stepping out from behind the curtain.
All right, this week's Tina archetype is Wizard of Oz Willie. Willie learned early on in his life to pretend to be someone he isn't because he was told his true self was wrong, ugly, or embarrassing. Willie adapted to this by creating false images of himself for those around him so that he could control how others see him. This translates into meth addiction by Willie never fully admitting his vulnerability His cravings, and never being completely transparent with anyone. He has a secret identity that is highly protected. If you are Willie, you will never fully heal and grow out of meth use until you step out of the curtain and reveal your true thoughts and desires to those around you. It is time to be vulnerable and courageous by allowing us to see the real you.
